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Join Author Lindsay Fryc at 27th Letter Books as she launches her debut middle grade novel, Emma and the Queen of Featherstone. There will be a Q&A session after the reading, along with her autographing books and a STEM activity.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 6-7 p.m. March 10, 2023
Teens can join local poets, Desirae Simmons and Leslie McGraw at the library as they do a poetry reading revolving around Earth Day.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 1-3 p.m. April 22, 2023
On the second Monday of each month, adult and teens with intellectual or developmental disabilities (along with their caregivers) can join the library for songs, interactive stories, art projects and sensory crafts.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 11 a.m.-noon March 13, 2023
Celebrate the end of this year's Family Read with a virtual visit by award-winning author Lisa Yee and a conversation led by their tween book group. There will be snacks and an art project after the reading.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 3-4:30 p.m. April 15, 2023
At this event, you'll make a family photo and stories album, bottle cap magnet or coaster. Bring your own photos or digital file for us to print for you. Write positive fortunes and eat snacks from the book.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 3-4 p.m. March 11, 2023
Make a family story album with the help of our friends at YpsiWrites and Detroit Free Press, visit our Polaroid booth, make clay fortune cookies and more.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 2-3:30 p.m. March 11, 2023
Come out to the Fraser Public Library for a used book sale, sponsored by the Friends of Fraser Public Library.
Event cost: Free admission; fees for books
Event times: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Tuesday, March 25, 27-28, 2023
Join Fraser Public Library to watch their favorite episodes of Bluey, make crafts and play games. No registration required.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 11 a.m.-noon March 11, 2023
Families can enjoy a story read by local author, Glenys Nellist, get their picture taken with the bunny and purchase sweet treats from the Detroit Mini Donut food truck. The egg hunt will be after the story time and will be broken up by age. Make sure to bring...
Join Waltonwood Carriage Park for a special family reading event for Read Across America Day. Bring your little ones for a reading of The Hungry Caterpillar, a fun playscape and a healthy to-go lunch. RSVP required by Feb. 23 by calling 734-844-3060.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 11-12:30 p.m. March 2,...
Children ages 0-5 can join Miss Alex to hear a few St. Patrick’s themed stories and make a rainbow chair craft afterwards. Registration required.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 11 a.m.-noon March 11, 2023
Children can enjoy a St. Patrick's Day party which includes a story time, crafts and snacks. Registration required.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 2-3 p.m. March 18, 2023
