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DPL ShortCuts
Your Digital News & Updates
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The Detroit Public Library announces a partnership with Vision To Learn, a national program which provides free eye exams and glasses for children and young adults aged 4 – 21.
During the Summer, the Library will be hosting the Vision to Learn mobile clinics at Main Library and branches across the city.
“This year, families will be able to walk to their local branch and take advantage of this free and needed service," according to Vernadette McAllister, Coordinator of Children’s Services. "This free service will prepare youth for the coming school year, enhancing their ability to learn and boost their confidence in the classroom.”
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Find your adventure at the Detroit Public Library this summer! Attend a program, learn something new, listen to stories, play games, get crafty, make new friends…and READ! | The theme for Summer Reading this year is “Adventure” and there are many ways you can have an adventure—right in your own backyard. | |
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Family Storytime
Tuesday, July 2, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Local author Amy Nielander joins us for stories!
Family Musical Storytime
Tuesday, July 16, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join us for a bilingual sing-along with music by Miss Ana.
Shakespeare in Detroit
Friday, July 19, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
This interactive STEAM program for young people focuses on the science of theater.
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Fairytale Bingo
Wednesday, July 10, 4:00 pm
Dress up as your favorite fairytale character and enjoy a night of games and prizes!
Encanto Comes to Life
Thursday, July 18, 4:00 pm
Step into the magical world of Encanto, meet your favorite character, enjoy a storytime, and participate in exciting activities inspired by the movie.
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What's Living in my Backyard?
Thursday, July 11, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Explore the hidden world of everyday creatures that live in your backyard with Wayne County Parks.
Lego Day
Thursday, July 18, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Show off your brick building skills!
Drum Circle
Thursday, July 25, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Judith and Baba from First Circle bring rhythm to the library.
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Family Storytime
Thursday Events in July,
6:00 - 7:00 pm
An evening storytime for kids and their families.
TreeKeeper Kids
Friday, July 19, 1:00 - 2:00 pm
The Greening of Detroit will teach kids about urban tree planting.
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Lego Day
Every Wednesday, August 7, 14, 21 & 28,
3:00 - 5:00 pm
Come in to play with Lego and Duplo bricks. Ages 3 and up.
Monday Crafternoons
Mondays at 2:00 pm or drop in any time afterwards for a fun craft each week.
August 5—Bottle Cap Magnets
August 12—Ceramic Paintings
August 19—Craft-a-Palooza
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Ming the Magician
Friday, July 12, 12:30 - 1:30 pm
Magic show at Scripps Park!
Jump into Juicing
Friday, July 19, 12:30 – 1:30 pm
Dr. Erica Robertson of the Little Black Girl Adventures Publishing House leads us through a literary and healthful adventure making fruit juice smoothies and reading. Each child will receive their own copy of Dr. Robertson’s book to keep!
An Afternoon of Korean Gaming
Friday, July 26, 12:30 - 1:30 pm
Students from the Nam Canter for Korean Studies will visit to teach us traditional Korean games.
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Drummunity Drum Circle
Thursday, July 11, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
High-energy, fun-filled community drum circle for the whole family.
Summer Adventure Paint Party
Thursday, July 18, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Create a fun painting in this guided workshop led by Paint Party Detroit.
Youth Caricature Workshop
Friday, July 26, 3:00 - 5:00 pm
Caricature artist Andrew Sigman will lead children through the steps to sketch cartoon faces.
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Storytime with a Dog
Every Monday, 12:30 pm
Join Ms. Katie and adoptable dogs from the FDACC for a story and a craft!
Lego Club
Every Thursday, 4:00 pm
Make the Lego build of your dreams and have it displayed for a week at the circulation desk!
Summer Reading Finale in the Park
Wednesday, July 31, 3:00 - 6:00 pm
Come to the playground area at Joy and Spinoza for a Summer Reading Finale celebration!
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Shadow Puppet Workshop with the Detroit Puppet Company
Wednesday, July 24, 4:00 pm
Learn about shadow puppeteering and create your own shadow puppet. For ages 6-13. Registration required.
King Wesley- Actor and Producer
Thursday, August 1, 5:00 - 6:30 pm
Learn the ins and outs of getting into the local film industry as an actor or producer through the power of reading and literacy. Open to all ages.
Customer Appreciation Day!
Friday, August 2, 11:00 am - 5:30 pm
A full day of exciting events planned to show appreciation for our community!
11:00 am: Crawling Cuties with the Huron-Clinton Metroparks
12:30 - 2:30 pm: Hot Dogs and Raffle
4:00 pm: Family Movie
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Adventures in Art
Tuesdays, July 9, 16 & 23, 2:00 – 3:00 pm
Weekly activities with clay, watercolors and more!
Adventures in Science
Thursdays, July 11, 18 & 25, 2:00 – 3:00 pm Weekly activities include rocks, soap and more!
Lego Afternoons
Thursdays, August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29,
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Make amazing Lego creations and see your creations on Facebook and Instagram!
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Hubbard Branch Story Squad
Tuesdays, July 9 and 23, 11:00 - 11:30 am
For children age 7 and under and their families, we'll read a picture book aloud together and then do an activity related to the book.
My Community Dental for Pre-K Children
July 16, Noon - 4:00 pm
Starting in the 2024-2025 academic year, children entering kindergarten or the first year of school are required to have dental assessments. We are pleased to partner with My Community Dental to offer free dental assessments, so your future kindergartener is ready!
Lego Party
Friday, August 2, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Use your imagination with fun Lego challenges, for ages 6 - 13.
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Surprise Disney Movie Showings!
July 3, 9, 16, 23, & 30, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Weekly surprise Disney Movie showings! Call the day of the program.
Design your “Adventure Begins at the Library Camper Passport”
July 17, 3:00 – 4:00 pm and 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Create your passport and take a trip around the world with a scavenger hunt to win a prize.
World Tourism Day
Thursdays in August, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Take a travel adventure via video. Trips will include: India (August 1st) Australia (August 8th) New Zealand (August 15th) Alaska (August 22nd) and Hawaii (August 29th)
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Summer Reading Kick-off with Animal Magic!
Tuesday, July 2, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Live animal presentation featuring a variety of rescue animals.
Gardening with DPSCD
Tuesdays, July 16, 23 & 30; August 6,
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Four-week adventure where children will learn about the different aspects of gardening and good healthy habits.
Detroit Puppet Company Shadow Puppet Workshop/Book Reading
Thursday, July 18, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
We'll read popular children's books followed by a puppet-making workshop where children make a puppet to take home.
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Adventure Begins on the Tabletop
Mondays, July 8 - Aug 19, 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Adventure through book genres in our teen tabletop game series.
Adventure Begins at Storytime
Tuesdays, July 9 - Aug 20, Noon - 1:00 pm
A story, a craft, and a song or other activity from different genres of storytelling.
Adventure Begins at the Movies
Wednesdays, July 10- Aug 21, 5:00 - 7:30 pm
Family Movie Night with popcorn and a movie in a different genre each week.
Adventure Begins With a Challenge
Thursdays, July 11- Aug 22, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Each week we will be exploring a new book genre, and challenge
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Bees are Beautiful
Tuesday, July 2, 4:00 pm
Come learn how Detroit Hives is transforming vacant lots with gardens and bee hives.
Animal Adventures with the Exotic Zoo
Friday, July 12, 3:00 pm
Learn all about wild animals from various habitats with this unique traveling zoo.
Mad Science
Thursday, July 25, 11:00 am
Let's go on an adventure using science! We'll take off by creating a hot air balloon, go bungee jumping with our friend Earl N. Meyer, and create our own flaming dragon's breath.
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Outstanding Owls
Friday, July 26, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Learn about owls with our friends from the Huron-Clinton MetroParks.
Summer Reading Finale Celebration!
Wednesday, July 31, 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Join us for our Free Summer Reading Program Finale Celebration at Parkman!
All ages. Adult supervision required for children under 11 years old.
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Visit with a Park Ranger
Friday, July 19, 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Learn all about our local wildlife and conservation with park rangers from the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge.
Bubble Painting
Friday, July 26, 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Unleash your inner artist creating colorful masterpieces using bubble painting techniques!
Summer Reading Finale
Friday, August 9, 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Make glow-in-the-dark slime, crafts, and get prizes for completing Summer Reading.
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Gardening for Birds with Detroit Bird Alliance
Thursday, July 11, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Learn how to create a bird-friendly garden right in your backyard with tips on choosing the right plants, setting up feeders, and creating a welcoming habitat for our feathered friends.
Nature Program: Outstanding Owls with Metroparks!
Thursday, July 18, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Explore “wide-eyed owls” with all their neat features, from hooked beaks to silent wings to sharp talons, through movement, artifacts and taxidermy.
Adventures with Ring of Steel Action Theatre
Thursday, July 18, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
An exciting family-friendly combat theater demonstration from Ring of Steel Action Theatre. Get a chance to see examples of whips, swords, and other items used on adventures in the past.
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Plant Parts and Seed Dispersal
Wednesday, July 17, 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Learn about plant parts and how seeds move around (sponsored by Huron-Clinton Metroparks)
Insects are Everywhere!
Wednesday, July 24, 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Learn about insects and their life cycles (sponsored by Huron-Clinton Metroparks)
Oceans Alive
Wednesday, July 31, 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Explore our oceans and aquatic animals (sponsored by the Michigan Science Center)
Weather Watch
Wednesday, August 7, 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Explore weather and climate related to weather events (sponsored by the Michigan Science Center)
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