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Composite image showing the front cover of the novel Buckeye and a color photo of the author, Patrick Ryan.

Patrick Ryan, author of the New York Times bestselling novel Buckeye, will talk about his sweeping, highly acclaimed novel on Wednesday, April 22, at 6:30 p.m., at Temple Beth El. Event registration is now open for Bloomfield Township residents.

Two completed U.S. tax forms, assorted coins, and a calculator arranged on a wooden table surface.

Feb. 10 update:
• State of Michigan 1040 forms and instructions are available for pickup.
• Federal 1040 and 1040-SR forms and instructions are available for pickup.
• Other state and federal forms are available online and you may request them to be printed at the Adult & Teen Services desk.
• All AARP Tax Aide appointments have been reserved.

line drawing of a stick figure standing between two full shelves of books, a question mark over their head and arms raised in frustration

There are lots of ways to zero in on the books that interest you. The first is to ask a librarian for a book recommendation—staff are avid readers and keep up on new releases and book reviews. We’re always happy to talk books! But you’ve got lots of other options.

STEM Kits with science icons.

Calling all hobbyists, tinkerers, and budding engineers! The Library has a wonderful STEM kit collection with topics ranging from astronomy to codebreaking to cytology to robotics. Many kits feature games that introduce a topic and then challenge the user to solve a puzzle.

Graphic for Join a Library Book Club showing a line drawing of a stack of 4 books

A book is a natural launching point for great conversation. Hear other readers’ opinions and perspectives; share your own insights. A new season of book clubs begins in September. Registration is now open!