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Take Home Teen Craft Kits – Dragon & Fairy Jars
Take Home Teen Craft Kits – Dragon & Fairy Jars
Teens, stop by the Adult Services Desk to pick up a kit! Supplies are limited so hurry in. No registration required.
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Memoir Writers’ Group–No Meeting
Memoir Writers’ Group–No Meeting
The group is not meeting on this date--December 28--due to the holidays. They will resume in January on their regularly scheduled day. This group meets the second and fourth Tuesdays each month from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Participants meet informally to share stories and writing ideas. No obligation to bring material […]
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Literary Scavenger Hunt
Literary Scavenger Hunt
Join Ms. Nicole, via Zoom, as you go on a scavenger hunt around your home looking for things based on some of the best books for ages 10-13. Space is limited. Must be aged 10-13 years to register.
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Teen & Adult Escape Room
Teen & Adult Escape Room
Come join us for an hour or two of fun with our break-out box escape room! Thursday, December 30, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. It’s a race against time as teams compete to solve the mystery first! Both Teens & Adults are invited to play. Email askteen@btpl.org to sign up. Registration required.
Storybook STEM
Storybook STEM
Join us on the Youth Terrace for an interactive story that will include reading the book, experiments, and crafts based on the story! We will be outside so please dress for the weather! The program will be cancelled if the weather doesn't cooperate. This program is geared for ages 5-10 years.
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Coloring Craft Kit available
Kits will be available the Adult Services Desk beginning January 3, 2022. No registration is required.
On Demand Video: Magazine Databases
Karrie demonstrates how to access online magazines available to you for free with your Bloomfield Township library card. This video will be available for on demand viewing at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, January 3.
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Knitting Plus Club-canceled
Knitting Plus Club-canceled
The Knitting Plus Club meets the first Tuesday of every month from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Library. Join other knitters and needle-workers to work on your projects in a supportive group setting. To sign up, email AskAdult@btpl.org or call the library at 248-642-5800 and ask for the Adult Services Desk.
Virtual Family Story Time – Canceled
Virtual Family Story Time – Canceled
Join your BTPL youth librarians for stories, songs, fingerplays, & movement! Register one time for the entire 4-week session. A unique Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants 1 hour before each story time.
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Movie Discussion Club-canceled
Movie Discussion Club-canceled
This new club will meet the first Wednesday of the month at 11:00 a.m. Watch the selected movie at home before joining the discussion on Zoom or at the Library. All movies are available in the Library’s media collection and on Kanopy or hoopla. Open to Bloomfield Township patrons. To sign up, email AskAdult@btpl.org or call the […]
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Outdoor Winter Family Story Time – Canceled
Outdoor Winter Family Story Time – Canceled
Join us outside for story time this winter on the Youth Services Terrace! Grab your coats, hats, mittens, & blankets and get cozy while we share stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Register once for a three week session. Please dress for the weather. Program will be cancelled if the weather doesn’t cooperate! Space is limited.
Hygge & Cocoa for Tweens – Canceled. New date coming soon!
Hygge & Cocoa for Tweens – Canceled. New date coming soon!
Hygge (pronounced hoo-gah) is a Danish concept meaning to surround yourself with things that make you feel comfortable, content, and cozy. Join us on Zoom, in the comfiest spot you can find, where we will talk about this concept and share our ideas of what hygge means to each of us. We will have a […]
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English Language Conversation Group
English Language Conversation Group
The English Language Conversation Group is a weekly drop-in meeting for non-native speakers to get more comfortable with the English language in a social setting. The group is co-moderated by a BTPL librarian and an English tutor with the Oakland Literacy Council. All levels of comfort with English are welcome to join and participate. The […]
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Intro to Excel
Intro to Excel
Learn basic spreadsheet skills and explore more in-depth Excel courses. Basic computer skills are required. Classes are limited to 8 persons. Register on EventBrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/intro-to-excel-tickets-224368802127
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Sensory Story Time for Adults and Teen
Sensory Story Time for Adults and Teen
Join us the second Monday of every month at 11:00 a.m. Adults and teens along with a caregiver are invited for a stoytime will be filled with interactive stories, songs, art projects, and sensory crafts. No registration needed.
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Virtual Family Story Time
Virtual Family Story Time
Join your BTPL youth librarians for stories, songs, fingerplays, & movement! Register one time for the entire 4-week session. A unique Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants 1 hour before each story time.
Memoir Writers’ Group
Memoir Writers’ Group
The Memoir Writers’ Group meets the second and fourth Tuesdays each month from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Participants meet informally to share stories and writing ideas. No obligation to bring material – just come and become familiar with the idea of sharing your life experiences with others. Registration is required. As of […]
Virtual Family PJ Story Time
Virtual Family PJ Story Time
The entire family, of all ages, is welcome to attend this family bedtime story time filled with stories, songs, fingerplays, and more. Settle into a comfy space at home in your PJs and join us on Zoom!
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Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
TEEN ADVISORY BOARD JANUARY 12 @ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Wednesday, January 12th, 4:00 p.m. Teen Advisory Board (TAB) – In person and/or online, the choice is yours! All teens are welcome to attend our TAB meetings. We will discuss books, arts & crafts, play games & more. TAB meets quarterly in the Board Room here at […]
Writers’ Rendezvous
Writers’ Rendezvous
**This group will be meeting virtually until further notice. Writers’ Rendezvous is a workshop for fiction and nonfiction writers. The group meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., in Meeting Room 1 in the Lower Level, unless otherwise noted. Virtual attendance is also available. The group is […]
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Outdoor Winter Family Story Time
Outdoor Winter Family Story Time
Join us outside for story time this winter on the Youth Services Terrace! Grab your coats, hats, mittens, & blankets and get cozy while we share stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Register once for a three week session. Please dress for the weather. Program will be cancelled if the weather doesn’t cooperate! Space is limited.
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English Language Conversation Group
English Language Conversation Group
The English Language Conversation Group is a weekly drop-in meeting for non-native speakers to get more comfortable with the English language in a social setting. The group is co-moderated by a BTPL librarian and an English tutor with the Oakland Literacy Council. All levels of comfort with English are welcome to join and participate. The […]
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30 Minute Lunchtime Book Club
30 Minute Lunchtime Book Club
The 30 Minute Lunchtime Book Club meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:00pm, starting in September. We read popular fiction and nonfiction. We are planning on offering these discussions in-person at the Library beginning in September. A Zoom option will also be available for those who wish to participate from home. To […]
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On Demand Video: Virtual Read-Aloud with Emily
On Demand Video: Virtual Read-Aloud with Emily
William Wordsworth (1770 – 1850) was an English poet who championed the rise of the Romantic Movement in Europe. He is best known for the publication Lyrical Ballads, a collection of poetry written in collaboration with fellow poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge. “Goody Blake and Harry Gill” is one of many poems written for that collection, […]
Tuesday Book Club
Tuesday Book Club
The Tuesday Book Club meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. We are planning on offering these discussions in-person at the Library beginning in September. A Zoom option will also be available for those who wish to participate from home. Registration for the 2021-2022 year, begins Monday, August 2. To register, […]
Virtual Family Story Time
Virtual Family Story Time
Join your BTPL youth librarians for stories, songs, fingerplays, & movement! Register one time for the entire 4-week session. A unique Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants 1 hour before each story time.
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Mystery Book Club
Mystery Book Club
The Mystery Book Club meets the third Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. every month. We are planning on offering these discussions in-person at the Library beginning in September. A Zoom option will also be available for those who wish to participate from home. Registration for the 2021-2022 year begins Monday, August 2. To register, email AskAdult@btpl.org or call […]
Crafting Conversations – Book Club & Crafts
Crafting Conversations – Book Club & Crafts
Join teens at a student-led book club centered around bringing underrepresented voices and authors into the limelight. Teens will discuss books, make recommendations, & create crafts that go along with the theme of the month. All teens are welcome at our 'Crafting Conversations'! Club meets in-person, or online - your choice! Zoom link for program will […]
Google Apps
Google Apps
This class will introduce you to all the free applications available to you with your Google account. Get an introduction to Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, Calendar, and Email. Classes are limited to 8 persons. Register on Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/google-apps-tickets-224371730887
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Outdoor Winter Family Story Time
Outdoor Winter Family Story Time
Join us outside for story time this winter on the Youth Services Terrace! Grab your coats, hats, mittens, & blankets and get cozy while we share stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Register once for a three week session. Please dress for the weather. Program will be cancelled if the weather doesn’t cooperate! Space is limited.
Nonfiction Book Club-Canceled
Nonfiction Book Club-Canceled
This club has been canceled indefinitely. Please contact Adult Services at 248-64-5800 ext. 171 or askadult@btpl.org for more information.
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English Language Conversation Group
English Language Conversation Group
The English Language Conversation Group is a weekly drop-in meeting for non-native speakers to get more comfortable with the English language in a social setting. The group is co-moderated by a BTPL librarian and an English tutor with the Oakland Literacy Council. All levels of comfort with English are welcome to join and participate. The […]
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BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Book Club
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Book Club
Now meeting at the Rusty Bucket (Square Lake and Telegraph.) Bring Your Own Book meets on the fourth Monday at 6:00pm each month, starting in September. We read popular fiction and nonfiction. To register, email AskAdult@btpl.org or call the library at 248-642-5800 and ask for the Adult Services Desk.
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Virtual Family Story Time
Virtual Family Story Time
Join your BTPL youth librarians for stories, songs, fingerplays, & movement! Register one time for the entire 4-week session. A unique Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants 1 hour before each story time.
Memoir Writers’ Group
Memoir Writers’ Group
The Memoir Writers’ Group meets the second and fourth Tuesdays each month from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Participants meet informally to share stories and writing ideas. No obligation to bring material – just come and become familiar with the idea of sharing your life experiences with others. Registration is required. As of […]
My First Book Club
My First Book Club
Join us for a lively book discussion on Zoom with other Kindergartners and 1st graders, along with their grown-up. Discussion and activities following led by one of our Youth Librarians. Paper copies of the book (title coming soon!) will be available for registered participants at the Youth Desk. Book will also be available for download. […]
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Writers’ Rendezvous
Writers’ Rendezvous
**This group will be meeting virtually until further notice. Writers’ Rendezvous is a workshop for fiction and nonfiction writers. The group meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., in Meeting Room 1 in the Lower Level, unless otherwise noted. Virtual attendance is also available. The group is […]
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Thursday Book Club
Thursday Book Club
The Thursday Book Club meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. We are planning on offering these discussions in-person at the Library beginning in September. A Zoom option will also be available for those who wish to participate from home. Registration for the 2021-2022 year, begins Monday, August 2. To register, […]
Outdoor Winter Family Story Time
Outdoor Winter Family Story Time
Join us outside for story time this winter on the Youth Services Terrace! Grab your coats, hats, mittens, & blankets and get cozy while we share stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Register once for a three week session. Please dress for the weather. Program will be cancelled if the weather doesn’t cooperate! Space is limited.
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English Language Conversation Group
English Language Conversation Group
The English Language Conversation Group is a weekly drop-in meeting for non-native speakers to get more comfortable with the English language in a social setting. The group is co-moderated by a BTPL librarian and an English tutor with the Oakland Literacy Council. All levels of comfort with English are welcome to join and participate. The […]
Sensory-friendly Movies for Adults and Teens
Sensory-friendly Movies for Adults and Teens
Adults, teens and caregivers are invited to enjoy an hour-long documentary in a stress-free environment with the lights up and the sound down. Movies are shown on the fourth Friday every month at 11:00 a.m. No registration needed. January 28: Animal Babies: First Year on Earth- First Steps
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Tiny Art Exhibition
Registration has filled! Be sure to check out the fantastic display of tiny art in March! Display your artistic talents in our Tiny Art Exhibition! Participants must be 5-13 years old. Registration and Mini Art Kit pick up begins on Monday, January 31st. All kits must be picked up by Sunday February 13th. Each kit […]
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Knitting Plus Club
Knitting Plus Club
The Knitting Plus Club meets the first Tuesday of every month from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Library. Join other knitters and needle-workers to work on your projects in a supportive group setting. To sign up, email AskAdult@btpl.org or call the library at 248-642-5800 and ask for the Adult Services Desk.
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Movie Discussion Club–VIRTUAL
Movie Discussion Club–VIRTUAL
Today's discussion will be held online via Zoom due to the building closure. Email AskAdult@btpl.org if you have not received the online meeting link. This club will meet the first Wednesday of the month at 11:00 a.m. Watch the selected movie at home before joining the discussion on Zoom or at the Library. All movies […]
Book Worms
Book Worms
Join us for a lively book discussion on Zoom! For 2nd and 3rd graders. Discussion and activities following led by one of our Youth Librarians. Paper copies of the book (title coming soon!) will be available for registered participants at the Youth Desk. Book will also be available for download. Please note: registration will end […]
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Teen Book Club–Postponed
Teen Book Club–Postponed
This book discussion is being rescheduled for a future date. Please email askteen@btpl.org if you are interested in participating in this discussion. ____________________ Join us for a fun book discussion and snacks. We will be discussing the book The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins.
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English Language Conversation Group
English Language Conversation Group
The English Language Conversation Group is a weekly drop-in meeting for non-native speakers to get more comfortable with the English language in a social setting. The group is co-moderated by a BTPL librarian and an English tutor with the Oakland Literacy Council. All levels of comfort with English are welcome to join and participate. The […]
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Intro to Scanning and Photo Editing
Intro to Scanning and Photo Editing
Learn the basics of scanning and photo editing in our computer lab. Systems staff will show you the basics so you can get started digitizing your old photos. Basic computer skills are required. Classes are limited to 8 persons. Register on Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-scanning-and-photo-editing-tickets-224373496167
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