Event Category: Events for Families

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Image of puzzle pieces

Do you have jigsaw puzzles that you would like to rehome? Are you looking for a new puzzle to work on? HTPL can help! Introducing “HTPL’s Great Puzzle Swap.” Drop off gently used jigsaw puzzles to the library during library hours April 8-10.  After we sort the puzzles, patrons will be able to come and […]

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Cuddle in with the kiddos and tune in to one of our social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn) for a link to a story recorded by HTPL staff or a member of our community. Are you interested in recording a story? Contact jdries@htlibrary.org to get started!

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Calling all young scientists! Let’s celebrate Earth Day by completing hands-on STEM activities that help us reduce, reuse, and recycle. Supplies needed: Newspaper Miscellaneous recycled materials like shoe boxes, plastic containers, egg cartons Glue, scissors, crayons or markers Small flower seeds (wildflower, zinnia, or any other small seed) Cheerios or any cereal with a hole […]

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The Great Puzzle Swap, two figures trading puzzle pieces

Do you have jigsaw puzzles that you would like to rehome? Are you looking for a new puzzle to work on? HTPL can help! Introducing “HTPL’s Great Puzzle Swap.” Gently used jigsaw puzzles were dropped at the library.  All size puzzles and ages were accepted. Each puzzle donation received a ticket for a “new to […]

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Cuddle in with the kiddos and tune in to one of our social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn) for a link to a story recorded by HTPL staff or a member of our community. Are you interested in recording a story? Contact jdries@htlibrary.org to get started!

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Puzzle pieces

Do you have jigsaw puzzles that you would like to rehome? Are you looking for a new puzzle to work on? HTPL can help! Introducing “HTPL’s Great Puzzle Swap.” Gently used jigsaw puzzles were dropped off at the library.  Each puzzle donation received a ticket for a “new to you” puzzle. We’ve sorted the puzzles […]

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Image of Detroit Industry Mural

Let’s explore the art museum from home! The Detroit Institute of Arts will join us on Zoom for a special “Behind the Seen” presentation about Diego Rivera’s famous mural at the D.I.A. Learn the complex and intriguing story behind Diego Rivera and his Detroit Industry murals, which have now been declared a National Historic Landmark. […]

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Blip is a quirky alien who has come to earth with his friend Zari to learn about art. Grab some paper, a pencil, and an eraser for a quick drawing lesson from him! Catch the video premieres on Facebook or watch them afterward on the HTPL YouTube channel. HTPL Episode #1: Draw a Moose. Saturday, […]