No pass or appointment needed! Our Play Village & Art Zone (previously names drop in art) is $15 per child! Adults are free! Babies 12 and under too! Tinker Bar art is included too! larger art projects are for purchase!
Join Miss Rachel and Mr. Bear for stories and songs. Recommended for ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome. No registration required. Image Source
Enjoy twenty minutes of interactive stories, rhymes, and riddles followed by an engaging craft activity. This program is intended for children five and younger and their caregivers with no registration required. Family Storytime is held at 11 AM on Wednesdays, and repeats the next day, Thursday at 6 PM.
Let your little ones explore, jump, and play! Open Play is the perfect opportunity for kids ages 6 & under to burn off energy and get comfortable in the gym environment. They’ll love bouncing on trampolines, swinging on bars, and diving into the foam pit! Image Source
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Join us every Wednesday afternoon in October for a different Halloween inspired craft! All supplies will be provided as well as instructions on how to create your craft, plus Miss Mo will be there to give a hand! Image Source
Bring the whole family for a night of fun at the library! Family Fun Night features games, puzzles coloring and Lego’s designed for all ages Image Source
Library Street Collective is excited to announce HORSE: A Game for Everyone by artist Tyrrell Winston, supported by Bedrock Detroit. Opening to the public on August 1, 2025, this dynamic installation transforms the boundaries between sport, art, and community participation. HORSE reimagines the basketball court as a site of creativity, memory, and public engagement. Inspired by Winston’s signature use of found and culturally charged materials, this interactive experience invites visitors to engage with art through motion, reflection, and […]
Join us for a FRESH 2025 season! The CHASS Mercado offers fresh produce, community resources and fun for the whole family! The CHASS Mercado is a vibrant hub for community resources located in the heart of Southwest Detroit. Come with friends and family to enjoy locally grown fruits and vegetables available for sale! Farmer’s Market Cooking demonstrations Kids activities Community resources Local vendors Fresh Rx Program Cash, Credit/Debit, EBT, WIC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) For more information and […]
Join the Youth Services Librarians for thirty minutes of songs, rhymes, and a story. Located in City Hall Council Chambers. Image Source
Get ready for a colorful, creative adventure at Messy Mornings—a special tie-dye class designed for toddlers (ages 3-6) and their adult companions! Created by Montessori teachers, this workshop focuses on fostering independence, focus, and concentration in young children, all while diving into the vibrant world of tie-dye. In this engaging, hands-on class, you and your little one will work together to create beautiful tie-dye masterpieces, exploring various folding and dyeing techniques. The art environment has […]
Thursdays, September 11-December 11 at 10:00 am Suggested ages 2 and up. Come jam out with Marge. Come sing songs, play instruments and listen to stories! *No storytime Nov. 27* No registration required. Image Source
Ages 10 months – 5 years Escape the elements and join us for an exciting “open play” session indoors! Explore climbers, slides, bikes, wagons, scooters, and more in a safe and dry environment. Please note that parents must supervise their children during this drop-in program, as no instructor will be present. Let’s make chilly days fun days at our Indoor Park! Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00am – noon September 16 – December 18 (no class 11/4, […]
No pass or appointment needed! Our Play Village & Art Zone (previously names drop in art) is $15 per child! Adults are free! Babies 12 and under too! Tinker Bar art is included too! larger art projects are for purchase!
Join Miss Jane for stories, songs and fun! No registration necessary. Image Source
During this 30-minute Story Thyme, children from birth to 24 months and their caregivers will explore their growing world through books, fingerplays, music, and more. Image Source
Mondays | Thursdays 10:30-11:30am Open Plays return September 4th! $10/child, cash only. No advanced registration is necessary, but each child must have a waiver on file before participating.
We will have fun with some movement activities, read a few stories from our collection, and finish up with a craft the kiddos can take home. All are welcome, so join us for good fun! Questions? Contact the Children’s Library at 313-481-1409 *We kindly request that you refrain from utilizing the “Ask A Question” feature, as it may cause delays in receiving a response. Thank you for your cooperation and we look forward to your […]
Join your PBS KIDS Education Team for a Party in the Neighborhood. Únanse al Equipo Educativo de PBS KIDS para una fiesta en el vecindario. Image Source
Let your little ones explore, jump, and play! Open Play is the perfect opportunity for kids ages 6 & under to burn off energy and get comfortable in the gym environment. They’ll love bouncing on trampolines, swinging on bars, and diving into the foam pit! Image Source
CELEBRATE 20 YEARS WITH US! We turn a parking lot into a farmers’ market every Thursday where the vibes are brimming with flavor, creativity, and community spirit. Fresh and affordable fareEnjoy crisp produce, pasture raised eggs, baked delights, and small batch treats, all grown or crafted by Detroit farmers and makers you can greet by name. Community vibesMore than a shopping trip, the market is a weekly gathering where friends and neighbors swap recipes, share […]
Library Street Collective is excited to announce HORSE: A Game for Everyone by artist Tyrrell Winston, supported by Bedrock Detroit. Opening to the public on August 1, 2025, this dynamic installation transforms the boundaries between sport, art, and community participation. HORSE reimagines the basketball court as a site of creativity, memory, and public engagement. Inspired by Winston’s signature use of found and culturally charged materials, this interactive experience invites visitors to engage with art through motion, reflection, and […]
Join us weekly as we watch anime, eat snacks, and discuss Japanese culture! Image Source
Paper People is an early childhood life skills program designed to promote the physical and emotional well-being of children. Topics covered include positive behavior, self-esteem, managing emotions, problem-solving, communication skills, medication safety, and personal safety. Image Source