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Registration opens:
November 20th, 2026

Tween Book Club

Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell
2027-01-19 15:30:00 2027-01-19 16:30:00 America/New_York Tween Book Club This book club for kids ages 9-12 meets every other month for a book discussion and activities. Chelsea District Library - McKune Room

Tuesday, January 19
3:30pm - 4:30pm

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This book club for kids ages 9-12 meets every other month for a book discussion and activities.

Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell | Christopher learns he's a gatekeeper to the Archipelago and the source of the world's magic. As magical creatures are harmed and the glimourie magic destabilizes, he must team up with Mal, a girl in a flying coat who is on the run from a murderer, to save the world.

At book club, we'll discuss the story, enjoy a snack, and do an activity related to the book. Register to get a free copy of the book (pick up at the 1st Floor Information Desk). Supplies are limited!

AGE GROUP: | Youth |

EVENT TYPE: | Bookclubs & Author Talks |

TAGS: | tweens | middle grade | book club |

Chelsea District Library
Phone: 734-475-8732
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Fri, Oct 16 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 17 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Oct 18 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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The Chelsea District Library is a single branch library serving the City of Chelsea and surrounding townships. The library has 4 small study rooms, one medium meeting room, and the McKune room, our main programming room.

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Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
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Kids Halloween Costume Exchange
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Drop off outgrown costumes and take a "new" one home!
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Drop off outgrown costumes and take a "new" one home!
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Chelsea District Library - 1st Floor Youth Area
Drop off outgrown costumes and take a "new" one home!
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Chelsea District Library - Kidspot
YUM!
Kids Halloween Costume Exchange
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Chelsea District Library - 1st Floor Youth Area
Drop off outgrown costumes and take a "new" one home!
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Kids Halloween Costume Exchange
Sun, Oct 25, All day
Chelsea District Library - 1st Floor Youth Area
Drop off outgrown costumes and take a "new" one home!
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Mon, Oct 26, All day
Chelsea District Library - 1st Floor Youth Area
Drop off outgrown costumes and take a "new" one home!
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Kids Halloween Costume Exchange
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Chelsea District Library - 1st Floor Youth Area
Drop off outgrown costumes and take a "new" one home!
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Chelsea District Library - Kidspot
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Tue, Oct 27, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
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Kids Halloween Costume Exchange
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Library Connections Day - The library at your fingertips!
Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Chelsea Senior Center
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Chelsea District Library - McKune Room,Zoom
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Drop off outgrown costumes and take a "new" one home!
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Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
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Drop off outgrown costumes and take a "new" one home!
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Chelsea District Library - Study Room C
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Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
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Fri, Nov 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Study Room D
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Fri, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Study Room C
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Mon, Nov 09, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
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Mon, Nov 09, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
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Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
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Tue, Nov 10, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
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Stop by the IE, CDL's makerspace, for a tour, advice on a project, and to ask all your maker-related questions! Learn about the laser cutter, 3D printer, heat press, CNC Router, and more!
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Join our Volunteer of the Year 2025, Glenn Clapp, and learn how to play chess, or sharpen your skills.
Friends Meeting
Tue, Nov 10, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Large Study Room
Monthly meeting of the Friends of CDL.
Tea Brewing Techniques - with S.TEA.P. Teas
Tue, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn the art of brewing the best cup of tea.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Wed, Nov 11, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Study Room C
Emilee Fetters, the Community Social Worker for the City of Chelsea, holds open office hours at the Library on Tuesdays and Fridays. Stop by to find resources and support.
Books & Banter Book Club - Meets 2nd Wednesdays
Wed, Nov 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Large Study Room
CDL's fun daytime book discussion group!
Creatures in the Community - with Creature Conservancy
Wed, Nov 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Kids ages 6-11 will love meeting and learning all about unique animals!
Ingenuity Engine Walk-In Hours
Wed, Nov 11, 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
Stop by the IE, CDL's makerspace, for a tour, advice on a project, and to ask all your maker-related questions! Learn about the laser cutter, 3D printer, heat press, CNC Router, and more!
Toddlertime
Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Our storytime program for toddlers ages 18-36 months.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Thu, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Study Room C
Emilee Fetters, the Community Social Worker for the City of Chelsea, holds open office hours at the Library on Tuesdays and Fridays. Stop by to find resources and support.
K-2 Books & Fun - Frog and Toad are Friends by Arnold Lobel
Thu, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Chelsea District Library - Kidspot
A special book club just for new readers, ages 5 to 8! Sign up, pick up the book and read it ahead, then join in the fun! We will play games, read from the book, and more!
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Storytime introduces the world of books to kids ages 3-5 years old!
Tech Help By Request - Get help with basic computing and technology needs
Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Study Room D
Need help using your smartphone, tablet, or computer? Library staff can assist with basic questions like setting up email, navigating websites, using library apps, and more.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Fri, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Study Room C
Emilee Fetters, the Community Social Worker for the City of Chelsea, holds open office hours at the Library on Tuesdays and Fridays. Stop by to find resources and support.
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