Things to Do This Week in Detroit, MI

Your weekly guide to events and activities in Detroit, MI. Concerts, classes, outdoor fun, and more.

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Bookmobile Stop- Troy Union Elementary School

Starts in 2 hrs · Fri, Apr 17, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Troy Public Library · 510 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI

Come visit the Troy Public Library Bookmobile! The Bookmobile is a library on wheels with a collection of over 1,000 books and other materials for all ages! Visitors of the Bookmobile can browse and check out materials, register for a library card, place holds, renew items, manage library...

Cinema Nights at the Museum: Sudan, Remember Us + Discussion

Fri, Apr 17, 2:00 PM UTC · Arab American National Museum · 2905 Beaufait St, Detroit, MI 48207, Detroit, MI

Cinema Nights at the Museum is pleased to bring the award-winning Sudanese documentary, Sudan, Remember Us, directed by Hind Meddeb. Immediately following the

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FCL Coding Lab! (Grades 3-5)

Starts in 2 hrs · Fri, Apr 17, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Farmington Community Library · 32737 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI

Library events are always free to the public! The Farmington Community Library has two locations. This event will be held in the Meeting Room at the FCL Farmington location at 23500 Liberty St., Farmington, MI 48335. Registration is not required. Learn how to code with the Library’s Fiero Code...

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Board Game Afternoon

Sat, Apr 18, 5:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Plymouth District Library · 223 S Main St, Plymouth, MI

Spend a fun afternoon at the library with tabletop board and card games for adults, teens, and families with kids over 10! (If your children are not yet teens, please plan to stay and play with them.) We’ll provide and teach games from our collection, or bring your own.

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Make & Mingle: Trash Flower Art

In 6 days · Thu, Apr 23, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Royal Oak Public Library · 222 E Eleven Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI

Make & Mingle is a program designed as both a craft and social event. Bring a friend or family member to craft together. Don't have anyone to bring? You're still welcome to come, just know that the spirit of the program will encourage you to socialize with new people! Children ages 10-13 are...

2026 Battle of the Books: Battle Day!

Sat, Apr 18, 2:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Troy Public Library · 510 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI

Fourth and fifth grade students in the Troy School District will meet for Battle at Troy High School. Teams must be there by 9:45 a.m. Teams must be registered to participate. For more information, including how to register your team, visit: 2026 Battle of the Books

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Dinosaur Fun! A 1,000 Books before Kindergarten Celebration

Sat, Apr 18, 2:30 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Farmington Community Library · 32737 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI

Library events are always free to the public and you do not need a library card to attend! The Farmington Community Library has two locations. This event will be held in the Auditorium at the FCL Farmington Hills location at 32737 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hill, MI 48334. No registration is...

Talking Hands: ASL Club (All Ages)

Sat, Apr 18, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Plymouth District Library · 223 S Main St, Plymouth, MI

Come practice your American sign Language (ASL) skills with others in the community. There will be some ASL history, some games and some great conversation.

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Paws to Read! (Saturday Session)

Sat, Apr 18, 2:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Troy Public Library · 510 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI

Help your child gain confidence and reading fluency by reading to a therapy dog! To get your full reading time, you must arrive on time and with a book. Registration required, space is limited. You may sign up for the Monday session OR the Saturday session. Click here to reserve your time slot!...

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Community Art Project (Grades 6-12)

Sat, Apr 18, 5:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Farmington Community Library · 32737 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI

Library events are always free to the public and you do not need a library card to attend! The Farmington Community Library has two locations. This event will be held in the Meeting Room at the FCL Farmington location at 23500 Liberty St., Farmington, MI 48335 Registration is required. Help us get..

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Intro to Canva

Sat, Apr 18, 2:30 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Plymouth District Library · 223 S Main St, Plymouth, MI

Get started using Canva, a free online tool for creating graphics. Create flyers, cards, invites, social media post images and more. Learn to create a great looking file from scratch with Canva's graphic elements, plus, learn how to modify Canva templates to achieve a polished result with little..

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Spanish Language Club (Club de lengua española)

Sat, Apr 18, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Troy Public Library · 510 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI

Spanish speakers and language students are welcome to join this friendly conversation club. A great way to meet friends, speak in Spanish, and share cultural activities. Meets on the 1st Friday and the 3rd Saturday of each month. Drop in when you are able; registration not required. Los...

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Pokémon Club: Learn to Battle: Grades 1 to 12

In 6 days · Thu, Apr 23, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Royal Oak Public Library · 222 E Eleven Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI

Join us in learning how to battle in the Pokémon Trading Card Game! Beginners are welcome. No prior experience needed. Intermediate players are welcome to join, too! The Library will provide decks for beginners, but players are welcome to bring their own decks. Registration is required. Please...

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Arab American Heritage Fest

Tomorrow · Sun, Apr 19, 5:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Farmington Community Library · 32737 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI

Library events are always free to the public and you do not need a library card to attend! The Farmington Community Library has two locations. This event will be held at the FCL Farmington Hills location at 32737 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, MI 48334. Celebrate our Arab American communities...

Bookmobile Stop- Emerald Lakes Village

Sat, Apr 18, 3:45 PM–4:45 PM UTC · Troy Public Library · 510 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI

Come visit the Bookmobile! The Bookmobile is a library on wheels with a collection of over 1,000 books and other materials for all ages! Visitors of the Bookmobile can browse and check out materials, register for a library card, place holds, renew items, manage library accounts and learn about...

English Language Learners (ELL) Conversation Group - ZOOM staff

In 2 days · Mon, Apr 20, 2:00 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Plymouth District Library · 223 S Main St, Plymouth, MI

English Language Learners (ELL) Conversation Group Conference room reserved for Katy to run the Zoom ELL group.

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Technology One-on-One

Happening now · Fri, Apr 17, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Farmington Community Library · 32737 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI

Library events are always free to the public and you do not need a library card to attend! The Farmington Community Library has two locations. This event will be held at the FCL Farmington Hills location at 32737 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, MI, 48334. This service is available by...

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Large Friends Donations (3+ Boxes)

Sat, Apr 18, 2:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Troy Public Library · 510 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI

To help us better manage donations, we ask all individuals wanting to donate three or more boxes of material to register for an appointment. You may arrive anytime between 10 am and 12 noon with your donation. All donated items must be secured in bags, boxes or otherwise bundled together. We only..

Bookmobile Stop- Rochester Villas Apartments

Sat, Apr 18, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Troy Public Library · 510 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI

Come visit the Bookmobile! The Bookmobile is a library on wheels with a collection of over 1,000 books and other materials for all ages! Visitors of the Bookmobile can browse and check out materials, register for a library card, place holds, renew items, manage library accounts and learn about...

Bookmobile Stop-Three Oaks Apartments

Tomorrow · Sat, Apr 18, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Troy Public Library · 510 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI

Come visit the Bookmobile! The Bookmobile is a library on wheels with a collection of over 1,000 books and other materials for all ages! Visitors of the Bookmobile can browse and check out materials, register for a library card, renew items, manage library accounts and learn about the latest in...

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Lego Club (Ages 5-12)

In 4 days · Tue, Apr 21, 8:30 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Plymouth District Library · 223 S Main St, Plymouth, MI

Drop in Lego Club is great fun for Lego Aficionados of all types! Each month will have a special creation theme that is STEAM related but open Lego building is also encouraged. All Legos are provided by the Library.

Bookmobile Stop- Northfield Hills Condos

Tomorrow · Sat, Apr 18, 7:15 PM–8:15 PM UTC · Troy Public Library · 510 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI

Come visit the Bookmobile! The Bookmobile is a library on wheels with a collection of over 1,000 books and other materials for all ages! Visitors of the Bookmobile can browse and check out materials, register for a library card, renew items, manage library accounts and learn about the latest in...

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Donuts & Writing Club (Ages 9-12)

In 6 days · Thu, Apr 23, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Plymouth District Library · 223 S Main St, Plymouth, MI

Come for encouragement, for writing activities, or just to eat donuts.* Age Group: 9-12. Registration required. Sponsored by Friends of PDL. (*Gluten/dairy free snacks also available.)

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LOC Kids Financial Education Fair (Grades K-8)

In 6 days · Thu, Apr 23, 8:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Farmington Community Library · 32737 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI

Library events are always free to the public and you do not need a library card to attend! The Farmington Community Library has two locations. This event will be held in the Children's Program Room at the FCL Farmington Hills location at 32737 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, MI, 48334. No...

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Fake News and Misinformation

In 5 days · Wed, Apr 22, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Plymouth District Library · 223 S Main St, Plymouth, MI

Why is fake news such a big deal, who creates digital misinformation, and how does all this junk spread around? Join us to learn about these "alternative facts", how to identify them, and how to best protect yourself online.

Hook & Needle Craft Social Group

In 3 days · Tue, Apr 21, 2:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Plymouth District Library · 223 S Main St, Plymouth, MI

Meets every Tuesday from 10:30am-12:30pm. Calling all craft enthusiasts! Bring your current project and hang out with others. There's no pressure to arrive “on time” or stay the full time. Drop in, no registration needed. All makers are welcome!

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Thursday Afternoon Club (Grades 3-5)

In 6 days · Thu, Apr 23, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Farmington Community Library · 32737 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI

Library events are always free to the public and you do not need a library card to attend! The Farmington Community Library has two locations. This event will be held in the Auditorium at the FCL Farmington Hills location at 32737 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, MI 48334. Registration is...

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Checkmate: Chess for Adults

In 2 days · Sun, Apr 19, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Troy Public Library · 510 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI

American chess grandmaster and world champion Bobby Fischer famously said, "Chess is life." If you've always wanted to learn how to play but missed the chance, here's your opportunity! Topics covered during this 4-week session are: 1. The Very Basics 2. Pawns: The Soul of Chess 3. The Other Pieces..

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Writing Group

In 3 days · Tue, Apr 21, 5:30 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Plymouth District Library · 223 S Main St, Plymouth, MI

Whether you are working on your memoir, your novel, poetry or other writing, you are invited to join this meetup of fellow adult writers. No speaker or presentation is generally included in these meetings, just writers sharing their work and providing each other with support and feedback. Writing..