Preschool Small Group Story Time

Preschool Small Group Story TimeWednesday mornings at 11:00 amJanuary 14 – February 25First Floor Youth Program Room Please register just once for the whole session by using this link – click here to registerRegistration required and begins on Wednesday, December 17Regi......More

Preschool Small Group Story TimeWednesday mornings at 11:00 amJanuary 14 – February 25First Floor Youth Program Room Please register just once for the whole session by using this link – click here to registerRegistration required and begins on Wednesday, December 17Registration is required for 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. Please register for only 1 spot per family by including your child’s first and last name in the registration. Please add the name of the caregiver and additional children in the comments section.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. contact: Ruth Jansen –  [email protected]

Chess Club

Kids and Teens – Registration required, see below. Please enter grade in the comments field.Wednesday, February 4 from 6:30 – 7:30 pmRegistration begins Wednesday, January 7.If you enjoy playing chess, join us for our monthly chess games. Compete in tournament-style pla......More

Kids and Teens – Registration required, see below. Please enter grade in the comments field.Wednesday, February 4 from 6:30 – 7:30 pmRegistration begins Wednesday, January 7.If you enjoy playing chess, join us for our monthly chess games. 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.location: Lower Level Meeting Room, Dexter District Librarycontact: Mollie Hall, [email protected]

Gentle Restorative Yoga for Stress and Anxiety Relief

Relax and Restore with this gentle, stress relieving yoga practice. Create harmony and balance of body and mind through physical postures, breathing techniques and an extended guided relaxation at the end of class. Suitable for most fitness and experience levels. Modifi......More

Relax and Restore with this gentle, stress relieving yoga practice. Create harmony and balance of body and mind through physical postures, breathing techniques and an extended guided relaxation at the end of class. Suitable for most fitness and experience levels. Modifications are offered for both dialing back and going deeper into your practice. This class is a perfect introduction to yoga.About the Instructor:Andrea Astley Dinsdale is a RYT Certified Yoga Instructor who has been practicing yoga for over 20 years. In addition to the Dexter District Library, she teaches with Dexter and Chelsea Adult Community Education, as well as Verapose Yoga. Andrea is also a Certified Clinical Reflexologist and sees clients in the Dexter area. Her main areas of focus are building and maintaining mental and physical balance, strength and flexibility through a lens of self-care for stress relief and optimal wellness.Yoga classes will be onsite in the Library’s lower-level meeting room.  Classes are for adults (18+). Registration is mandatory for each class.  Space is limited. Please register online at the Library’s Event Calendar, at the Adult Service desk or call the library at 734-426-4477.Additional Winter Yoga Class Dates: Thursday, January 15, January 22, January 29, February 5, February 12, February 19, February 26, March 5, March 12, March 19, March 26.(Note: you must register for each class date separately)Note: Participants will be required to sign an Accident Waiver and Release of Liability form prior to class. If possible, please bring a yoga mat or beach towel to class. 

Drop-In Story Time at the Library

Drop-In Story Time at the LibraryMonday & Thursday mornings at 11:00 amJanuary 12 – February 26Lower Level Large Meeting RoomNo registration requiredDrop-In Story Time for ages 5 & under will start on Monday, January 12 and run through Thursday, February 26. We will be ......More

Drop-In Story Time at the LibraryMonday & Thursday mornings at 11:00 amJanuary 12 – February 26Lower Level Large Meeting RoomNo registration requiredDrop-In Story Time for ages 5 & under will start on Monday, January 12 and run through Thursday, February 26. We will be meeting in the Large Meeting Room on the lower level of the Library.Story Time will be held on Mondays and repeated on Thursdays at 11:00 am. Books and activities are geared for toddlers and preschoolers. Each program lasts approximately 30 minutes.Our story times will include picture, pop-up and interactive books, flannel-board stories, songs, puppets, finger plays and other activities that encourage a love of reading. contact: Ruth Jansen –  [email protected]

Android Phones & Tablets

In this class, you will be shown how to organize apps, bookmark websites, close non-responsive apps, and various other beginner’s topics.  Please bring your own device so that you may practice on it.

Friends of the Library Used Book Sale

The Book Sales offer a variety of material including picture books and young readers, mystery, science fiction, horror, romance, general fiction, non-fiction, and much more.Donated used materials are sold during regular library hours and are stocked on a shelf located n......More

The Book Sales offer a variety of material including picture books and young readers, mystery, science fiction, horror, romance, general fiction, non-fiction, and much more.Donated used materials are sold during regular library hours and are stocked on a shelf located near the circulation desk. Prices Adult hardcover and trade paperback $1.00Adult mass market paperback $0.50Children’s hardcover $0.50Children’s paperback and board books $.25DVDs and books on CD $0.50VHS and audio tapes $0.25 or five for $1.00Vintage and specialty books $2.00Discount shelf—all books $0.25 or five for $1.00The Friends canvas book bags are available at book sales and at the circulation desk for only $12. Or, you may also purchase a canvas bag at the book sale for $15 and fill it with as many items at the sale, for free.

Take Your Child to the Library Day

Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library DayTake Your Child to the Library Day is an international initiative that encourages families everywhere to take their children to their local library. We will celebrate with crafts, a book character eye spy game, and a variety o......More

Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library DayTake Your Child to the Library Day is an international initiative that encourages families everywhere to take their children to their local library. We will celebrate with crafts, a book character eye spy game, and a variety of building activities. Stop by and join in the fun!For children of all agesNo registration required.

TAG: Teen Advisory Group

Grades 7 through 12 only – Registration required, see below. Please enter grade in the comments field.Registration begins Saturday, January 10.Saturday, February 7 from 1:00 to 2:00 pmTeens in grades 7 through 12 meet to enjoy a pizza lunch then work on projects to make......More

Grades 7 through 12 only – Registration required, see below. Please enter grade in the comments field.Registration begins Saturday, January 10.Saturday, February 7 from 1:00 to 2:00 pmTeens in grades 7 through 12 meet to enjoy a pizza lunch then work on projects to make the Library a better place. TAG members also get to give input on Library events for teens and tweens. Make your voice heard!Pizza lunch will be provided. Please enter preference for cheese or pepperoni and any dietary restrictions in the comments field.location: Youth Program Room (1st floor), Dexter District Librarycontact: Mollie Hall, [email protected]

Drop-In Story Time at the Library

Drop-In Story Time at the LibraryMonday & Thursday mornings at 11:00 amJanuary 12 – February 26Lower Level Large Meeting RoomNo registration requiredDrop-In Story Time for ages 5 & under will start on Monday, January 12 and run through Thursday, February 26. We will be ......More

Drop-In Story Time at the LibraryMonday & Thursday mornings at 11:00 amJanuary 12 – February 26Lower Level Large Meeting RoomNo registration requiredDrop-In Story Time for ages 5 & under will start on Monday, January 12 and run through Thursday, February 26. We will be meeting in the Large Meeting Room on the lower level of the Library.Story Time will be held on Mondays and repeated on Thursdays at 11:00 am. Books and activities are geared for toddlers and preschoolers. Each program lasts approximately 30 minutes.Our story times will include picture, pop-up and interactive books, flannel-board stories, songs, puppets, finger plays and other activities that encourage a love of reading. contact: Ruth Jansen –  [email protected]

Somewhere in Time Book Club

This history book discussion club meets in the Library's lower level meeting room,  on the second Monday of every month from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. This is a history reading group, but historical fiction may be selected occasionally.  This club is open to anyone wishing to jo......More

This history book discussion club meets in the Library's lower level meeting room,  on the second Monday of every month from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. This is a history reading group, but historical fiction may be selected occasionally.  This club is open to anyone wishing to join, but you must be a registered member of the group to participate. Upon registration, a book will be placed on hold for members that have an active Dexter District Library card or an active library card from a TLN participating library.  Group members that do not have an active library card will be responsible for procuring their own copy of the assigned book.The book club is currently filled.  If you would like to be put on a waiting list, please contact Lisa Ryan at 734-426-4477 (ext 119) or [email protected]

Getting the Most out of Your Smart Phone

This is a follow-up class to the iPhone/Android classes.  In this class, you will be shown more advanced topics like backing up your photos/videos, subscribing to podcasts, and using your app store to the fullest (Library apps, how to buy apps without using a credit car......More

This is a follow-up class to the iPhone/Android classes.  In this class, you will be shown more advanced topics like backing up your photos/videos, subscribing to podcasts, and using your app store to the fullest (Library apps, how to buy apps without using a credit card, and some of our favorite apps.)

Drop-In Toddler Story Time

Drop-In Toddler Story Time at the LibraryTuesday mornings at 10:00 amJanuary 13 – February 24Lower Level Large Meeting RoomNo registration requiredDrop-In Story Time for Toddlers will start on Tuesday, January 13 and run through Tuesday, February 24. We will be meeting ......More

Drop-In Toddler Story Time at the LibraryTuesday mornings at 10:00 amJanuary 13 – February 24Lower Level Large Meeting RoomNo registration requiredDrop-In Story Time for Toddlers will start on Tuesday, January 13 and run through Tuesday, February 24. We will be meeting in the Large Meeting Room on the lower level of the Library. Each program lasts approximately 30 minutes.Our story times will include picture, pop-up and interactive books, flannel-board stories, songs, puppets, finger plays and other activities that encourage a love of reading. contact: Ruth Jansen –  [email protected]

Drop-In Preschool Story Time

Drop-In Preschool Story Time at the LibraryTuesday mornings at 11:00 amJanuary 13 – February 24Lower Level Large Meeting RoomNo registration requiredDrop-In Story Time for Preschoolers will start on Tuesday, January 13 and run through Tuesday, February 24. We will be me......More

Drop-In Preschool Story Time at the LibraryTuesday mornings at 11:00 amJanuary 13 – February 24Lower Level Large Meeting RoomNo registration requiredDrop-In Story Time for Preschoolers will start on Tuesday, January 13 and run through Tuesday, February 24. We will be meeting in the Large Meeting Room on the lower level of the Library. Each program lasts approximately 30 minutes.Our story times will include picture, pop-up and interactive books, flannel-board stories, songs, puppets, finger plays and other activities that encourage a love of reading. contact: Ruth Jansen –  [email protected]

Super Stories Book Club

Super Stories Book ClubFor Young Fives and KindergartnersTuesday, February 104:30 pm – 5:15 pmRegistration begins Tuesday, January 13This is a story and craft program for kids transitioning out of story time and into book club. Adults should attend this program with the......More

Super Stories Book ClubFor Young Fives and KindergartnersTuesday, February 104:30 pm – 5:15 pmRegistration begins Tuesday, January 13This is a story and craft program for kids transitioning out of story time and into book club. Adults should attend this program with their child. Each month Miss Ruth will read a book related to a theme and then the kids will do a theme related craft or activity. The February theme is Friendship.Please include your child’s first and last name in the registration and put your child’s grade in the comments.  contact: Ruth Jansen – [email protected]

Tween Book Club

Grades 5 and 6Registration Required – see below; please add grade in comment field.Registration begins Tuesday, January 13.Tween Book Club – Tuesday, February 10 from 4:30 - 5:30 pmRead this month’s book and then join us for snacks, icebreakers, discussion, and a fun ac......More

Grades 5 and 6Registration Required – see below; please add grade in comment field.Registration begins Tuesday, January 13.Tween Book Club – Tuesday, February 10 from 4:30 - 5:30 pmRead this month’s book and then join us for snacks, icebreakers, discussion, and a fun activity. Get a copy of the book at the youth reference desk after you register.This month’s book title is Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt.        location: Youth Program Room (1st floor), Dexter District Librarycontact: Mollie Hall, [email protected]

Toddler Small Group Story Time

Toddler Small Group Story TimeWednesday mornings at 10:00 amJanuary 14 – February 25First Floor Youth Program Room Please register just once for the whole session by using this link - click here to registerRegistration required and begins on Wednesday, December 17Regist......More

Toddler Small Group Story TimeWednesday mornings at 10:00 amJanuary 14 – February 25First Floor Youth Program Room Please register just once for the whole session by using this link - click here to registerRegistration required and begins on Wednesday, December 17Registration is required for Toddler 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. Please register for only 1 spot per family by including your child’s first and last name in the registration. Please add the name of the caregiver and additional children in the comments section.Toddler Small Group Story Time for children 18 months to 3 years of age will be held on Wednesday mornings at 10:00 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. contact: Ruth Jansen –  [email protected]

Preschool Small Group Story Time

Preschool Small Group Story TimeWednesday mornings at 11:00 amJanuary 14 – February 25First Floor Youth Program Room Please register just once for the whole session by using this link – click here to registerRegistration required and begins on Wednesday, December 17Regi......More

Preschool Small Group Story TimeWednesday mornings at 11:00 amJanuary 14 – February 25First Floor Youth Program Room Please register just once for the whole session by using this link – click here to registerRegistration required and begins on Wednesday, December 17Registration is required for 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. Please register for only 1 spot per family by including your child’s first and last name in the registration. Please add the name of the caregiver and additional children in the comments section.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. contact: Ruth Jansen –  [email protected]

February Card Making Workshop

Join us for a February Card Making Workshop. Participants will create 3 beautiful handmade cards for Valentines Day, a Wedding or just a special person in your life. All materials will be supplied.If you prefer a morning card making class, this program will be repeated ......More

Join us for a February Card Making Workshop. Participants will create 3 beautiful handmade cards for Valentines Day, a Wedding or just a special person in your life. All materials will be supplied.If you prefer a morning card making class, this program will be repeated on February 4 at 10:00 a.m.Registration is mandatory (age 18+ only). Registration will open on January 5, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Please scroll down to register online, visit the 2nd floor Adult Reference Desk, or call the library at 734-426-4477. This program will be in the Library’s Lower Level meeting room.

Gentle Restorative Yoga for Stress and Anxiety Relief

Relax and Restore with this gentle, stress relieving yoga practice. Create harmony and balance of body and mind through physical postures, breathing techniques and an extended guided relaxation at the end of class. Suitable for most fitness and experience levels. Modifi......More

Relax and Restore with this gentle, stress relieving yoga practice. Create harmony and balance of body and mind through physical postures, breathing techniques and an extended guided relaxation at the end of class. Suitable for most fitness and experience levels. Modifications are offered for both dialing back and going deeper into your practice. This class is a perfect introduction to yoga.About the Instructor:Andrea Astley Dinsdale is a RYT Certified Yoga Instructor who has been practicing yoga for over 20 years. In addition to the Dexter District Library, she teaches with Dexter and Chelsea Adult Community Education, as well as Verapose Yoga. Andrea is also a Certified Clinical Reflexologist and sees clients in the Dexter area. Her main areas of focus are building and maintaining mental and physical balance, strength and flexibility through a lens of self-care for stress relief and optimal wellness.Yoga classes will be onsite in the Library’s lower-level meeting room.  Classes are for adults (18+). Registration is mandatory for each class.  Space is limited. Please register online at the Library’s Event Calendar, at the Adult Service desk or call the library at 734-426-4477.Additional Winter Yoga Class Dates: Thursday, January 15, January 22, January 29, February 5, February 12, February 19, February 26, March 5, March 12, March 19, March 26.(Note: you must register for each class date separately)Note: Participants will be required to sign an Accident Waiver and Release of Liability form prior to class. If possible, please bring a yoga mat or beach towel to class. 

Drop-In Story Time at the Library

Drop-In Story Time at the LibraryMonday & Thursday mornings at 11:00 amJanuary 12 – February 26Lower Level Large Meeting RoomNo registration requiredDrop-In Story Time for ages 5 & under will start on Monday, January 12 and run through Thursday, February 26. We will be ......More

Drop-In Story Time at the LibraryMonday & Thursday mornings at 11:00 amJanuary 12 – February 26Lower Level Large Meeting RoomNo registration requiredDrop-In Story Time for ages 5 & under will start on Monday, January 12 and run through Thursday, February 26. We will be meeting in the Large Meeting Room on the lower level of the Library.Story Time will be held on Mondays and repeated on Thursdays at 11:00 am. Books and activities are geared for toddlers and preschoolers. Each program lasts approximately 30 minutes.Our story times will include picture, pop-up and interactive books, flannel-board stories, songs, puppets, finger plays and other activities that encourage a love of reading. contact: Ruth Jansen –  [email protected]

Club Create Book Club

Club Create Book Club for First and Second GradersThis is an independent book club for first and second graders held in person at the library. Ms. Krista will read longer picture books centered on a theme and the group will participate in activities and crafts related t......More

Club Create Book Club for First and Second GradersThis is an independent book club for first and second graders held in person at the library. 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 February theme is Friendship.Registration is Required beginning Thursday, January 8Please include your child’s first and last name in the registration. Please put your child’s grade in the comments.

Getting the Most out of Your Smart Phone

This is a follow-up class to the iPhone/Android classes.  In this class, you will be shown more advanced topics like backing up your photos/videos, subscribing to podcasts, and using your app store to the fullest (Library apps, how to buy apps without using a credit car......More

This is a follow-up class to the iPhone/Android classes.  In this class, you will be shown more advanced topics like backing up your photos/videos, subscribing to podcasts, and using your app store to the fullest (Library apps, how to buy apps without using a credit card, and some of our favorite apps.)

Drummunity

DrummunityFriday, February 1311:00 am – 12:00 pmChildren of All AgesDrop-In Program Join Lori Fithian for Drummunity! She'll bring the drums – YOU get to play them! Children of all ages get to drum, sing and dance in this fun and energizing program. Lori brings all kind......More

DrummunityFriday, February 1311:00 am – 12:00 pmChildren of All AgesDrop-In Program Join Lori Fithian for Drummunity! She'll bring the drums – YOU get to play them! Children of all ages get to drum, sing and dance in this fun and energizing program. Lori brings all kinds of drums and percussion instruments, so everyone can make music together!Registration is not required.  contact: Ruth Jansen – [email protected]

Polymer Clay Mini Charms

Grades 5 through 12 - Registration required, see below. Please enter grade in the comments field.Polymer Clay Mini CharmsFriday, February 13 from 2:00 to 3:15 pm (Dexter Schools no school)Registration begins Tuesday, January 13.Make cute mini figurines with polymer clay......More

Grades 5 through 12 - Registration required, see below. Please enter grade in the comments field.Polymer Clay Mini CharmsFriday, February 13 from 2:00 to 3:15 pm (Dexter Schools no school)Registration begins Tuesday, January 13.Make cute mini figurines with polymer clay that you can turn into charms for jewelry or keychains.location: Youth Program Room (1st floor), Dexter District Librarycontact: Mollie Hall, [email protected]

Friday Night Movie for Adults: The Call of the Wild (2020)

Starring: Harrison Ford, Dan Stevens, Omar Sy and Karen GillanBuck is a big-hearted dog whose blissful domestic life gets turned upside down when he is suddenly uprooted from his California home and transplanted to the exotic wilds of the Alaskan Yukon in the 1890s. As ......More

Starring: Harrison Ford, Dan Stevens, Omar Sy and Karen GillanBuck is a big-hearted dog whose blissful domestic life gets turned upside down when he is suddenly uprooted from his California home and transplanted to the exotic wilds of the Alaskan Yukon in the 1890s. As the newest rookie on a mail-delivery dog sled team, Buck experiences the adventure of a lifetime as he ultimately finds his true place in the world.Rated: PG, 1 hour 40 minutesThis program will be in the Library’s lower-level meeting room. Registration is appreciated. Scroll down to register on the Library’s events calendar or call 734-426-4477 (ext. 120)This program is part of the Neighbors Read: Dexter-Chelsea Community Read. Pick up a free copy of Dead Moose on Isle Royale, by Jeffrey M. Holden from the Chelsea OR Dexter District Library, or purchase a copy from Serendipity Books. 

Drop-in Valentine's Day Crafts

Drop-in Valentine's Day CraftsGet creative at the library. Drop-in and make a variety of Valentine's Day crafts.For children of all agesNo registration required.