This Spring the Dexter District Library offers a variety of youth programs including Story Times, book clubs, STEM events, and craft programs. Some programs may required registration. Please read the program description carefully when registering for an event.
SPRING STORY TIMES
Drop-In Story Times at the Library
Combined Story Time on Monday & Thursday mornings at 11:00 am
Toddler Story Time on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 am
Preschool Story Time on Tuesday mornings at 11:00 am
March 25 – May 9
Lower Level Large Meeting Room
No registration required
Combined Story Time for ages 5 & under will be held on Monday and Thursday mornings at 11:00 am.
Toddler Story Time for children 18 months to 3 years of age will be held on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 am.
Preschool Story Time for children 3 to 5 years of age will be held on Tuesday mornings at 11:00 am.
Children under 18 months may attend, however books and activities are geared for toddlers and preschoolers. Infants are welcome at story times with their siblings. Parents or caregivers are required to attend. Each program lasts approximately 30 minutes.
Our story times include picture, pop-up and interactive books, flannel-board stories, songs, puppets, finger plays and other activities that encourage a love of reading.
Registered Story Time
Toddler Small Group Story Time on Wednesday mornings at 10:00 am
Preschool Small Group Story Time on Wednesday mornings at 11:00 am
March 27 – May 8
First Floor Youth Program Room
Registration required and begins on Monday, March 4
Registration is required for Toddler Small Group Story Time and Preschool Small Group Story Time as space is limited. Parents or caregivers of children may register on our website through our calendar of events or by calling 734-426-4477. Children may only be registered for one 7-week session. Registration will be on a first come first served basis.
Toddler Small Group Story Time for children 18 months to 3 years of age will be held on Wednesday mornings at 10:00 am.
Preschool Small Group Story Time for children 3 to 5 years of age will be held on Wednesday mornings at 11:00 am.
Children under 18 months may attend, however books and activities are geared for toddlers and preschoolers. Infants are welcome at story times with their siblings. Parents or caregivers are required to attend. Each program lasts approximately 30 minutes.
Our story times include picture, pop-up and interactive books, flannel-board stories, songs, puppets, finger plays and other activities that encourage a love of reading.
MARCH
Lego Club
Tuesday, March 5
4:30 – 5:30 pm
Grades K – 8
Drop-In Program
Kids in grades K through 8 are invited to spend an afternoon making their own Lego creations while visiting with old friends and making new ones. Everyone is welcome – Legos will be provided by the Library. Registration is not required.
Chess Club
Wednesday, March 6
6:30 – 7:30 pm
Children and Teens
Registration begins Wednesday, February 7
If you enjoy playing chess, join us for our monthly chess games this fall. Compete in tournament-style play or a casual game and improve your skills. All kids and teens with at least a basic knowledge of chess gameplay are welcome to attend. Chess sets will be provided by the Library to use during Chess Club. Registration is required.
Preschool Makerspace
Friday, March 8
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Ages 5 and under
Drop-In Program
Make, try, create and play at the Library. Young children will explore a variety of stations with open-ended creative activities designed to encourage early learning. Children need an active adult partner to help them. Registration is not required
Super Stories Book Club
Tuesday, March 12
4:30 – 5:15 pm
For Young Fives and Kindergartners
Registration begins Tuesday, February 13
This is a story and craft program for kids transitioning out of story time and into book club. Adults should attend this program with their children. Each month Miss Ruth will read books related to a theme and then the kids will do a theme related craft or activity. The March theme is Reptiles and Amphibians. Registration is required.
Club Create Book Club
Thursday, March 14
4:30 – 5:15 pm
Grades 1 – 2
Registration begins Thursday, February 8
Club Create is an independent book club for first and second graders. Each month Ms. Krista will read longer picture books centered on a theme and the group will participate in activities and crafts related to the theme. The March theme is Games & Puzzles. Registration is required
Drop-In Ballet Story Time and Preview Performance
Friday, March 15
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Children of all ages
Drop-In Program
Join us for a special Ballet Story Time and then watch Chelsea Ballet, who will share a preview of their spring ballet, Cinderella. We’ll begin with a short story time, followed by dancers performing parts of their show while in costume. Registration is not required.
Make an Activity Bag for Spring Break
Tuesday, March 19
4:30 am – 5:30 pm
Children of all ages
Drop-In Program
Drop-in and put together your own craft and activity bag to take with you on your travels or use at home during spring break. Registration is not required
All Star Readers Book Club
Thursday, March 21
4:30 – 5:30 pm
Grades 3 – 4
Registration begins Thursday, February 15
All Star Readers is an independent book club for third and fourth graders. Each month we will play an icebreaker game, have a book discussion, and do an activity related to the book we discuss. Books will be available to pick up at the library after you register. Our March book is Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library, The Graphic Novel by Chris Grabenstein. Registration is required.
Drop-in Paint a Mini Canvas Craft
Saturday, March 23
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Children of all ages
Drop-In Program
Create your own miniature masterpiece with a little paint and a lot of imagination. Registration is not required.
Drop-in Sticker Swap
Monday, March 25
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Children of all ages
Drop-In Program
Children of all ages love stickers. Each child will receive a small notebook to decorate with stickers. We have lots of stickers to choose from and you can even bring stickers from home to trade with others, if you like. Registration is not required.
Solar Eclipse Program presented by Longway Planetarium
Wednesday, March 27
Session 1 – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Session 2 – 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Grades K – 4
Registration begins Monday, February 26
Daytime turns dark as night and the stars come out. It even feels a little cooler! What happened to the sun? Get ready for the April 8th solar eclipse while making a simple eclipse viewer, using a pair of sun viewing glasses (weather permitting), making a piece of eclipse, art and other fun activities. Registration is required.
Makerspace
Thursday, March 28
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Grades K – 8
Drop-In Program
Make, build, craft and explore. Participate in a variety of open-ended activities. We supply the materials and you supply the imagination. Registration is not required.
APRIL
Lego Club
Tuesday, April 2
4:30 – 5:30 pm
Grades K – 8
Drop-In Program
Kids in grades K through 8 are invited to spend an afternoon making their own Lego creations while visiting with old friends and making new ones. Everyone is welcome – Legos will be provided by the Library. Registration is not required.
Drop-in Solar Eclipse Viewing Party
Monday, April 8
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
All Ages
Drop-In Program
A near total solar eclipse is happening on April 8, 2024! In Dexter, the eclipse will begin at 1:57pm with the maximum occurring at 3:13pm. These rare events only occur when the Earth, Moon, and Sun align just right. Weather permitting, gather on the terrace of the Library, adjacent to Mill Creek Park North, to view the progression of the eclipse. Please remember it is never safe to directly view the Sun without special equipment. A limited supply of eclipse glasses will be available. A live stream of the eclipse will also be available in our lower level meeting room. Registration is not required.
Super Stories Book Club
Tuesday, April 9
4:30 – 5:15 pm
For Young Fives and Kindergartners
Registration begins Tuesday, March 12
This is a story and craft program for kids transitioning out of story time and into book club. Adults should attend this program with their children. Each month Miss Ruth will read books related to a theme and then the kids will do a theme related craft or activity. The April theme is Spring. Registration is required.
Chess Club
Wednesday, April 10
6:30 – 7:30 pm
Children and Teens
Registration begins Wednesday, March 6
If you enjoy playing chess, join us for our monthly chess games this fall. Compete in tournament-style play or a casual game and improve your skills. All kids and teens with at least a basic knowledge of chess gameplay are welcome to attend. Chess sets will be provided by the Library to use during Chess Club. Registration is required.
Club Create Book Club
Thursday, April 11
4:30 – 5:15 pm
Grades 1 – 2
Registration begins Thursday, March 14
Club Create is an independent book club for first and second graders. Each month Ms. Krista will read longer picture books centered on a theme and the group will participate in activities and crafts related to the theme. The April theme is Space. Registration is required.
Drop-in Petting Farm
Saturday, April 13
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Children of all ages
Drop-In Program
Farm animals visit the Library at this petting zoo program for children of all ages. Chamberlin is bringing a wonderful assortment of small and medium-sized farm animals to the Library for children to pet and interact with. Stop by any time during the program. Registration is not required.
All Star Readers Book Club
Thursday, April 18
4:30 – 5:30 pm
Grades 3 – 4
Registration begins Thursday, March 21
All Star Readers is an independent book club for third and fourth graders. Each month we will play an icebreaker game, have a book discussion, and do an activity related to the book we discuss. Books will be available to pick up at the library after you register. Our April book is Klawde by Johnny Marciano and Emily Chenoweth. Registration is required.
Drop-in Spring Crafts
Saturday, April 20
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Children of all ages
Drop-In Program
Celebrate the season by making a variety of spring crafts to decorate your home. Registration is not required.
Makerspace
Thursday, April 25
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grades K – 8
Drop-In Program
Make, build, craft and explore. Participate in a variety of open-ended activities. We supply the materials and you supply the imagination. Registration is not required.
MAY
Chess Club
Wednesday, May 1
6:30 – 7:30 pm
Children and Teens
Registration begins Wednesday, April 10
If you enjoy playing chess, join us for our monthly chess games this fall. Compete in tournament-style play or a casual game and improve your skills. All kids and teens with at least a basic knowledge of chess gameplay are welcome to attend. Chess sets will be provided by the Library to use during Chess Club. Registration is required.
Drop-in Mother’s Day Craft
Saturday, May 4
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Children of all ages
Drop-In Program
Stop by the library and make a card and a special suncatcher craft for your mom. Registration is not required.
Lego Club
Tuesday, May 7
4:30 – 5:30 pm
Grades K – 8
Drop-In Program
Kids in grades K through 8 are invited to spend an afternoon making their own Lego creations while visiting with old friends and making new ones. Everyone is welcome – Legos will be provided by the Library. Registration is not required.
Club Create Book Club
Thursday, May 9
4:30 – 5:15 pm
Grades 1 – 2
Registration begins Thursday, April 11
Club Create is an independent book club for first and second graders. Each month Ms. Krista will read longer picture books centered on a theme and the group will participate in activities and crafts related to the theme. The May theme is Spring. Registration is required.
KinderConcert!
Saturday, May 11
12:00 pm – 12:30 pm
Ages 5 and under
Drop-In Program
Children ages five and younger and their caregivers will find that music comes alive during this 30-minute concert. Don’t worry about wiggly tots sitting still for a concert – they will be encouraged to dance and move while listening to the music, hearing a story being told with musical accompaniment and learning about a special orchestral instrument. Members of the A2SO lead children on a guided introduction to the instruments of the orchestra. Registration is not required.
Super Stories Book Club
Tuesday, May 14
4:30 – 5:15 pm
For Young Fives and Kindergartners
Registration begins Tuesday, April 9
This is a story and craft program for kids transitioning out of story time and into book club. Adults should attend this program with their children. Each month Miss Ruth will read books related to a theme and then the kids will do a theme related craft or activity. The May theme is Music. Registration is required.
All Star Readers Book Club
Thursday, May 16
4:30 – 5:30 pm
Grades 3 – 4
Registration begins Thursday, April 18
All Star Readers is an independent book club for third and fourth graders. Each month we will play an icebreaker game, have a book discussion, and do an activity related to the book we discuss. Books will be available to pick up at the library after you register. Our May book is Who Was Series, book of your choice. Registration is required.
Makerspace
Thursday, May 23
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grades K – 8
Drop-In Program
Make, build, craft and explore. Participate in a variety of open-ended activities. We supply the materials and you supply the imagination. Registration is not required.
Preschool Makerspace
Friday, May 31
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Ages 5 and under
Drop-In Program
Make, try, create and play at the Library. Young children will explore a variety of stations with open-ended creative activities designed to encourage early learning. Children need an active adult partner to help them. Registration is not required.
JUNE
Chess Club
Wednesday, June 5
6:30 – 7:30 pm
Children and Teens
Registration begins Wednesday, May 1
If you enjoy playing chess, join us for our monthly chess games this fall. Compete in tournament-style play or a casual game and improve your skills. All kids and teens with at least a basic knowledge of chess gameplay are welcome to attend. Chess sets will be provided by the Library to use during Chess Club. Registration is required.
Club Create Book Club
Thursday, June 6
4:30 – 5:15 pm
Grades 1 – 2
Registration begins Thursday, May 9
Club Create is an independent book club for first and second graders. Each month Ms. Krista will read longer picture books centered on a theme and the group will participate in activities and crafts related to the theme. The June theme is Adventure. Registration is required.
