Ypsilanti District Library
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Proudly serving Ypsilanti, Michigan since 1868.
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Our director Lisa Hoenig talked with WEMU about what makes libraries essential, and her answer was simple: "We are gathering spaces, we are learning spaces."
We're here for whatever you need: storytimes for your toddler, free tax help, knitting clubs, or WiFi you can use in our parking lot at 2am.
We're here for whatever you need: storytimes for your toddler, free tax help, knitting clubs, or WiFi you can use in our parking lot at 2am.
November 28, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Our director Lisa Hoenig talked with WEMU about what makes libraries essential, and her answer was simple: "We are gathering spaces, we are learning spaces."
We're here for whatever you need: storytimes for your toddler, free tax help, knitting clubs, or WiFi you can use in our parking lot at 2am.
We're here for whatever you need: storytimes for your toddler, free tax help, knitting clubs, or WiFi you can use in our parking lot at 2am.
Reminder! 🦃 The Ypsilanti District Library will close early today at 5pm, and we'll be closed tomorrow & Friday for Thanksgiving. We'll be back to our normal hours on Saturday morning!
November 26, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Reminder! 🦃 The Ypsilanti District Library will close early today at 5pm, and we'll be closed tomorrow & Friday for Thanksgiving. We'll be back to our normal hours on Saturday morning!
Libraries just won a major court victory! 🎉 A federal court ruled that the administration's attempt to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) was unlawful.
What does the IMLS actually do? It's the only federal agency dedicated to libraries and museums.
What does the IMLS actually do? It's the only federal agency dedicated to libraries and museums.
November 26, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Libraries just won a major court victory! 🎉 A federal court ruled that the administration's attempt to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) was unlawful.
What does the IMLS actually do? It's the only federal agency dedicated to libraries and museums.
What does the IMLS actually do? It's the only federal agency dedicated to libraries and museums.
Teens! TODAY at 4:30pm, the Teen Advisory Group is hosting Friendsgiving in the Youth Department at our Whittaker branch! Drop in to celebrate, play games, and learn how TAG members earn service hours while making the library better for everyone. (Yes, there will be mini pies. 🥧)
November 25, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Teens! TODAY at 4:30pm, the Teen Advisory Group is hosting Friendsgiving in the Youth Department at our Whittaker branch! Drop in to celebrate, play games, and learn how TAG members earn service hours while making the library better for everyone. (Yes, there will be mini pies. 🥧)
Gobble gobble! 🦃 The Ypsilanti District Library will close early on Wednesday at 5pm, then we're closed Thursday & Friday for Thanksgiving. We'll be back to our normal hours on Saturday morning!
November 24, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Gobble gobble! 🦃 The Ypsilanti District Library will close early on Wednesday at 5pm, then we're closed Thursday & Friday for Thanksgiving. We'll be back to our normal hours on Saturday morning!
plot twist: this IS the therapy 😌
November 24, 2025 at 5:31 PM
plot twist: this IS the therapy 😌
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Some things remain timely! Thanks to YDL staff @ Michigan Avenue, especially Aaron Smith, for making this happen. ☀️ @third-act-michigan.bsky.social
☀️ Some bright ideas deserve their moment in the sun! From practical solar solutions to climate science deep-dives, this display at our downtown branch (created with Third Act Michigan) proves that every day is a good day to power up your environmental knowledge.
November 23, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Some things remain timely! Thanks to YDL staff @ Michigan Avenue, especially Aaron Smith, for making this happen. ☀️ @third-act-michigan.bsky.social
Need a break from holiday prep? We've got mahjong, meditation, knitting, and book clubs at the library Monday-Wednesday. We're closed Thursday & Friday, but Saturday brings guitar club, writing sprints at Vertex, and chess for all ages--perfect for post-turkey recovery. 🦃
November 23, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Need a break from holiday prep? We've got mahjong, meditation, knitting, and book clubs at the library Monday-Wednesday. We're closed Thursday & Friday, but Saturday brings guitar club, writing sprints at Vertex, and chess for all ages--perfect for post-turkey recovery. 🦃
The Friends Holiday Book Sale starts TODAY and they've been hoarding the good stuff all year for this moment. 👀 Find the perfect gift for the person who "doesn't need anything" but definitely needs more books. (Sunday's 50% off if you're feeling extra thrifty, but come today for first pick!)
November 22, 2025 at 2:38 PM
The Friends Holiday Book Sale starts TODAY and they've been hoarding the good stuff all year for this moment. 👀 Find the perfect gift for the person who "doesn't need anything" but definitely needs more books. (Sunday's 50% off if you're feeling extra thrifty, but come today for first pick!)
This weekend at YDL: teens can engage, eat, and enter to win gift cards tonight at STEAM Cafe (6-8pm), battle monsters tomorrow morning with D&D (10:30am), and young writers can craft stories at noon with 826Michigan. Free and infinitely more fun than scrolling. 🐉📚
November 21, 2025 at 8:02 PM
This weekend at YDL: teens can engage, eat, and enter to win gift cards tonight at STEAM Cafe (6-8pm), battle monsters tomorrow morning with D&D (10:30am), and young writers can craft stories at noon with 826Michigan. Free and infinitely more fun than scrolling. 🐉📚
The author and I are no longer on the same page 😵💫
November 20, 2025 at 8:01 PM
The author and I are no longer on the same page 😵💫
Only 8 spots left for FRIDAY'S felt ornament crafternoon! ✂️ Join us at our downtown branch and make tiny masterpieces like snowflakes, stars, woodland creatures, or whatever else strikes your fancy.
📅 Nov 21 | 2pm | YDL-Michigan
🔗 Register: ypsilibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=212...
📅 Nov 21 | 2pm | YDL-Michigan
🔗 Register: ypsilibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=212...
November 19, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Only 8 spots left for FRIDAY'S felt ornament crafternoon! ✂️ Join us at our downtown branch and make tiny masterpieces like snowflakes, stars, woodland creatures, or whatever else strikes your fancy.
📅 Nov 21 | 2pm | YDL-Michigan
🔗 Register: ypsilibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=212...
📅 Nov 21 | 2pm | YDL-Michigan
🔗 Register: ypsilibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=212...
Exactly where I'm meant to be 🥰
November 18, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Exactly where I'm meant to be 🥰
SATURDAY: Make your own greeting cards and engage in mindful coloring at our Whittaker branch! 🎨 Learn how mindful coloring can reduce holiday stress while you make something special to gift or keep. All supplies will be provided! Ages 55+
RSVP: ypsilibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=243564
RSVP: ypsilibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=243564
November 17, 2025 at 9:29 PM
SATURDAY: Make your own greeting cards and engage in mindful coloring at our Whittaker branch! 🎨 Learn how mindful coloring can reduce holiday stress while you make something special to gift or keep. All supplies will be provided! Ages 55+
RSVP: ypsilibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=243564
RSVP: ypsilibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=243564
Tournament-style Euchre is THIS THURSDAY at our Whittaker branch! Walk-ins welcome as space allows, or RSVP at ypsilantilibrary.org/events to guarantee your spot. We'll bring the cards and scorecards, you bring the competitive spirit (and optionally, a partner for your first game). ♠️♦️
November 17, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Tournament-style Euchre is THIS THURSDAY at our Whittaker branch! Walk-ins welcome as space allows, or RSVP at ypsilantilibrary.org/events to guarantee your spot. We'll bring the cards and scorecards, you bring the competitive spirit (and optionally, a partner for your first game). ♠️♦️
Just your typical week at YDL: absolutely packed! Crafts, games, movement, reading groups, creative workshops, and more across all our branches. Find our full schedule with more info at ypsilibrary.org/events. All adults welcome (especially newcomers!) ✨
November 17, 2025 at 1:50 AM
Just your typical week at YDL: absolutely packed! Crafts, games, movement, reading groups, creative workshops, and more across all our branches. Find our full schedule with more info at ypsilibrary.org/events. All adults welcome (especially newcomers!) ✨
Finally getting around to the classics 🔎
![Tweet from Jon (@ArfMeasures) overlaid on autumn leaves background. Tweet reads: '[closes book, slowly removes glasses, and thoughtfully cleans them with a small cloth] I honestly don't think Waldo is in there](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:tl45qhm5dxcdwf23gohh6ect/bafkreiawkksdlmgg24kyvkh55i4b5svwatbljkvituyp4giixxi34553hm@jpeg)
November 16, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Finally getting around to the classics 🔎
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If you live anywhere near America's Mitten-Thumb, I encourage you to support the YDL.
NEXT WEEKEND: The Friends of YDL Holiday Book Sale returns to our Whittaker branch! 🦃📚 Stop by Saturday, Nov 22 or Sunday, Nov 23 (with a big 50% off sale on Sunday). Your holiday gift shopping just got a whole lot better! Find gifts, stock your own shelves, and support the library.
November 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
If you live anywhere near America's Mitten-Thumb, I encourage you to support the YDL.
NEXT WEEKEND: The Friends of YDL Holiday Book Sale returns to our Whittaker branch! 🦃📚 Stop by Saturday, Nov 22 or Sunday, Nov 23 (with a big 50% off sale on Sunday). Your holiday gift shopping just got a whole lot better! Find gifts, stock your own shelves, and support the library.
November 15, 2025 at 5:49 PM
NEXT WEEKEND: The Friends of YDL Holiday Book Sale returns to our Whittaker branch! 🦃📚 Stop by Saturday, Nov 22 or Sunday, Nov 23 (with a big 50% off sale on Sunday). Your holiday gift shopping just got a whole lot better! Find gifts, stock your own shelves, and support the library.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. 🫡
November 14, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Thank you for your attention to this matter. 🫡
TOMORROW is packed with free programs for all ages! Start with Food Fun Storytime at 11am, drop by STEMfest for hands-on science experiments (plus take-home projects!), and a movie afternoon for teens at 3pm. See you there! 🍑🧬🎬
November 14, 2025 at 5:47 PM
TOMORROW is packed with free programs for all ages! Start with Food Fun Storytime at 11am, drop by STEMfest for hands-on science experiments (plus take-home projects!), and a movie afternoon for teens at 3pm. See you there! 🍑🧬🎬
TWO MILLION OverDrive checkouts in 2025! Our regional borrowing community has borrowed over 2,000,000 ebooks and audiobooks through Download Destination this year. Thank you for being such prolific readers! 🎉
November 13, 2025 at 8:31 PM
TWO MILLION OverDrive checkouts in 2025! Our regional borrowing community has borrowed over 2,000,000 ebooks and audiobooks through Download Destination this year. Thank you for being such prolific readers! 🎉
We love a fan! And we are honored 🥹🥹
Look, I don't know what to tell you folks, but the YDL has been killing it lately. I haven't been to Ypsilanti since I was in college -- the first time. I have no deep YDL ties, but I'm telling you that you owe it to yourself to follow this account.
Technically we weren't lying 📏
November 12, 2025 at 6:05 PM
We love a fan! And we are honored 🥹🥹
Technically we weren't lying 📏
November 12, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Technically we weren't lying 📏
📣 TODAY at 1pm! Dr. Erin Klukas from University of Michigan's Kellogg Eye Center will join us to discuss age-related eye changes and how to protect your vision as you get older. Free and open to everyone!
YDL-Whittaker | 5577 Whittaker Rd, Ypsilanti
YDL-Whittaker | 5577 Whittaker Rd, Ypsilanti
November 12, 2025 at 2:37 PM
📣 TODAY at 1pm! Dr. Erin Klukas from University of Michigan's Kellogg Eye Center will join us to discuss age-related eye changes and how to protect your vision as you get older. Free and open to everyone!
YDL-Whittaker | 5577 Whittaker Rd, Ypsilanti
YDL-Whittaker | 5577 Whittaker Rd, Ypsilanti