Books & Boogie Story Time: All Ages

All ages with grown up(s).Join Ms. Alyssa for stories and songs that get you moving.Story times use a first come, first served ticketing system. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before story time begins and will be handed out until 5 minutes after the scheduled star......More

All ages with grown up(s).Join Ms. Alyssa for stories and songs that get you moving.Story times use a first come, first served ticketing system. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before story time begins and will be handed out until 5 minutes after the scheduled start time. Please see baldwinlib.org/storytime or click More Information for complete details.

300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Grams Discovery Room

Books & Boogie Story Time: All Ages

All ages with grown up(s).Join Ms. Alyssa for stories and songs that get you moving.Story times use a first come, first served ticketing system. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before story time begins and will be handed out until 5 minutes after the scheduled star......More

All ages with grown up(s).Join Ms. Alyssa for stories and songs that get you moving.Story times use a first come, first served ticketing system. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before story time begins and will be handed out until 5 minutes after the scheduled start time. Please see baldwinlib.org/storytime or click More Information for complete details.

300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Grams Discovery Room

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

Get involved with the Library by joining our Teen Advisory Board (TAB). Anyone in grades 7-12 is welcome. Share your opinions on teen programs, prizes, social media posts, and more while eating pizza and making friends. Meeting attendance will count as a volunteer hour,......More

Get involved with the Library by joining our Teen Advisory Board (TAB). Anyone in grades 7-12 is welcome. Share your opinions on teen programs, prizes, social media posts, and more while eating pizza and making friends. Meeting attendance will count as a volunteer hour, and members of TAB will be considered first for other volunteer opportunities. If you are passionate about teen library services, the Library would love to have you join TAB! Spring session: March 20, April 17, and May 15You only need to register once for the entire winter session.TAB Participants have the ongoing opportunity to take part in developing library social media posts, promoting programs and materials. Library posts are shared on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok. Parents of registrants under 18 must consent for your child's facial image to appear in posts. Posts which do not include faces, but which may include first names, will not require parental permission.*PLEASE NOTE THAT PARENTS AND YOUNGER SIBLINGS MAY NOT ATTEND TEEN PROGRAMS.**CONTACT TEEN@BALDWINLIB.ORG TO SPECIFY ANY FOOD ALLERGIES OR DIETARY RESTRICTIONS.

300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Lower Level

Kids Library Society: Grades 3 to 6

Registration opens on February 20. You only need to register once for the entire spring session.Grades 3 to 6. Caregivers must stay in the building if the participant is ten years of age or younger.Spring session: March 20, April 17, May 15Do you want to be more involve......More

Registration opens on February 20. You only need to register once for the entire spring session.Grades 3 to 6. Caregivers must stay in the building if the participant is ten years of age or younger.Spring session: March 20, April 17, May 15Do you want to be more involved with the Library? Would you like to hang out with friends and play some games? Join us for monthly meetings to talk about Library programs and play games. Registration required.

Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Grams Discovery Room

Friday Movie Matinee - The Donut King (2020)

The Donut King is a 2020 American documentary film which tells the life story of California donut shop owner Ted Ngoy.

300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009

Socrates Cafe

This group meets at the library on the 3rd Sunday of every month at 2:00 P.M. for thoughtful conversation on different topics. Contact the group's facilitator Annis Pratt at avpratt@aol.com for an invitation to the event.

Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill, Birmingham, MI 48009

Brick Builders - Build a Bridge: Grades 1 to 3

Registration opens one month before the program. Grades 1 to 3. Caregivers must stay in the building during the program if the participant is ten years old or younger.March 31: Build a MegafigApril 28: Build a CastleMay 19: Build a Bridge Weight Holding ChallengeJunior ......More

Registration opens one month before the program. Grades 1 to 3. Caregivers must stay in the building during the program if the participant is ten years old or younger.March 31: Build a MegafigApril 28: Build a CastleMay 19: Build a Bridge Weight Holding ChallengeJunior builders are welcome to join in the fun of building with Lego bricks. Create your own unique idea or participate in a building challenge. Registration required.

300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Grams Discovery Room

Cozy Teen Writing Club

Cozy Writing Club is for grades 7 to 12.Do you fancy yourself a writer? Do you simply like to dabble with the written word? Are you a teenager? If the answer for these questions is yes, then have we got a club for you. The Cozy Teen Writing Club is a writing club for te......More

Cozy Writing Club is for grades 7 to 12.Do you fancy yourself a writer? Do you simply like to dabble with the written word? Are you a teenager? If the answer for these questions is yes, then have we got a club for you. The Cozy Teen Writing Club is a writing club for teens who wish to join the pantheon of wordsmiths that we as a library hold in glorious esteem. So come join us on the 3rd Monday of every month as we develop our craft and to give feedback to one another. Spring session: March 17th, April 21st, May 19thYou only need to register once for the entire Spring session.*PLEASE NOTE THAT PARENTS AND YOUNGER SIBLINGS MAY NOT ATTEND TEEN PROGRAMS.**CONTACT TEEN@BALDWINLIB.ORG TO SPECIFY ANY FOOD ALLERGIES OR DIETARY RESTRICTIONS.

300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009

Behind the Scenes Library Tour

Join Director Rebekah Craft for a behind the scenes tour of the library. You'll visit staff areas, learn how items are added to the collection, and hear about new programs and services. The tour will meet in the atrium.

300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009

Library Board Meeting

NOTICE OF MEETING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a regular meeting of the Baldwin Public Library Board Will take place on Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. In the Rotary/Donor Room at Baldwin Public Library300 West Merrill St., Birmingham, MI, 48009 Approved minutes of t......More

NOTICE OF MEETING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a regular meeting of the Baldwin Public Library Board Will take place on Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. In the Rotary/Donor Room at Baldwin Public Library300 West Merrill St., Birmingham, MI, 48009 Approved minutes of the meeting will be available in the Library’s Administrative Office. A meeting of the Baldwin Public Library Trust will meet directly following the Board Meeting. The public may participate via Zoom:Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88033156263Meeting ID: 880 3315 6263One tap mobile+13017158592,,88033156263# US (Washington DC)+13126266799,,88033156263# US (Chicago) THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN in accordance with Act 261, 1968 Public Act 267.DATE POSTED: April 22, 2025Persons with disabilities that may require assistance for effective participation in this public meeting should contact the Library at the number (248) 647-1700, or (248) 644-3405 (for the hearing impaired) at least one day before the meeting to request help in mobility, visual, hearing, or other assistance.Las personas con incapacidad que requieren algún tipo de ayuda para la participación en esta sesión pública deben ponerse en contacto con la oficina del escribano de la biblioteca en el número (248) 647-1700 o al (248) 644-3405 (para las personas con incapacidad auditiva) por lo menos un dia antes de la reunión para solicitar ayuda a la movilidad, visual, auditiva, o de otras asistencias. (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964).

Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Rotary Tribute & Donor Room

ELL Talk Time

Join us to practice English conversation skills. We’ll meet every Tuesday at the library. All levels are welcome. Coffee, tea, and snacks will be provided.Attend in person only.

300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009

Ruff Readers: Ages 6 & up

Registration opens one month before the program. Ages 6 & upSign up for a ten minute time slot to read to a registered therapy dog from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Therapy dogs enjoy being read to and offer a non-judgmental, creative, and fun opportunity for children ......More

Registration opens one month before the program. Ages 6 & upSign up for a ten minute time slot to read to a registered therapy dog from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Therapy dogs enjoy being read to and offer a non-judgmental, creative, and fun opportunity for children while encouraging reading confidence. Registration required.

300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Grams Discovery Room

Hybrid: Google Slides

Create and share an online slideshow with Google Slides, a solid alternative to PowerPoint. Registration required. Once registered, you will receive a Zoom link a half hour before class.

300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009

HYBRID: 3RD Tuesday Book Club

Join us for our book club on the third Tuesday of every month! We feature mostly fiction selections with occasional non-fiction titles.This month's book club pick is "James" by Percival EverettWe are meeting both in person and online (hybrid). To join the virtual meetin......More

Join us for our book club on the third Tuesday of every month! We feature mostly fiction selections with occasional non-fiction titles.This month's book club pick is "James" by Percival EverettWe are meeting both in person and online (hybrid). To join the virtual meeting please contact adult services librarian Vicki Sower at vicki.sower@baldwinlib.org.

Baldwin Public Library 300 W Merrill, Birmingham, MI 48009

Animanga Club: Grades 6-12

Animanga Club is for grades 6-12.Welcome to Animanga Club, the ultimate hangout for anime and manga enthusiasts! If you’re passionate about Japanese animation and comic books, this is the place for you. Whether you’re a seasoned fan or just starting your journey into th......More

Animanga Club is for grades 6-12.Welcome to Animanga Club, the ultimate hangout for anime and manga enthusiasts! If you’re passionate about Japanese animation and comic books, this is the place for you. Whether you’re a seasoned fan or just starting your journey into the world of anime and manga, our club offers a fun and engaging environment for everyone. Join us for anime watch parties, fandom discussions, new manga recommendations from fellow readers– and snacks!Register here for this IN PERSON program. For more information please contact Haylie, haylie.may@baldwinlib.org.

300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009

Story Time Battle: Bunnies vs. Bugs

All ages with grown up(s).Two librarians will battle it out through stories, songs, and activities. Who will win? Vote for your favorite at the end of the program. Weather permitting, we will be outside on the Baldwin Plaza. No registration required.

300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Baldwin Plaza (outside the front doors, by the planter)

Hybrid: Staying Safe Online

The Staying Safe Online class empowers participants with essential strategies to protect their personal information and devices in an increasingly digital world. Participants will learn how to identify common online threats, such as phishing scams and malware, and imple......More

The Staying Safe Online class empowers participants with essential strategies to protect their personal information and devices in an increasingly digital world. Participants will learn how to identify common online threats, such as phishing scams and malware, and implement best practices for creating strong passwords, managing privacy settings, and avoiding unsafe websites. By the end of the class, attendees will feel confident navigating the internet safely while minimizing risks to their online security.

300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009

Friday Movie Matinee - Minari (2021)

A Korean American family moves to an Arkansas farm in search of its own American dream. Amidst the challenges of new life in the strange and rugged Ozarks, they discover the undeniable resilience of family and what really makes a home.

300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009