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Be Ingenious Saturday Workshops
2024-08-17 11:30:00 2024-08-17 13:00:00 America/New_York Be Ingenious Saturday Workshops Learn what the Ingenuity Engine has to offer! Chelsea District Library -

Saturday, August 17
11:30am - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-08-17 11:30:00 2024-08-17 13:00:00 America/New_York Be Ingenious Saturday Workshops Learn what the Ingenuity Engine has to offer! Chelsea District Library -

Learn what the Ingenuity Engine has to offer!

Be Ingenious Saturday Workshop Series

Saturdays* | 11:30–1:00pm | Ingenuity Engine | Registration Preferred


Join us one Saturday a the month to learn about some of the many exciting pieces of equipment and their uses.


Jun. 29  | CNC Router

July 20 | Laser Cutter

Aug. 17 | Sewing Machine

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Families | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Workshops & Presentations | Science, Health, or Technology | Crafts and DIY |

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Chelsea District Library
Phone: 734-475-8732
Hours
Mon, Jan 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jan 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jan 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jan 16 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jan 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 18 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Jan 19 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

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.

Upcoming events

Yoga Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Yoga just right for littles ones ages 2-6!
Teen Money Mojo
Wed, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Spend, save, invest? Grades 6-12 will learn all about money management.
Registration is now closed
Toddlertime
Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Our storytime program for toddlers ages 18-36 months.
Read to the Library Dog - Read with Barnaby
Thu, Jan 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Kidspot,McKune Room
Children read books to our friendly therapy dogs who listen carefully to every single word! Please register for a 15-minute time slot in advance by calling 734-475-8732, ext. 209.
CDL Board Meeting
Thu, Jan 16, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Monthly library board meeting.
That Thursday Thing - Hobbit Holes & Fairy Doors
Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
That Thursday Thing is exclusively for teens. Join teen librarian Stacey for crafts, games, or just hangout time.
Cancelled
Community Social Worker - Emilee Fetters
Fri, Jan 17, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library
The Community Social Worker is at the Library on Tuesdays between 3-8pm and Fridays between 2-6pm for appointments and walk-ins.
KinderConcert - with the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra
Sat, Jan 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Sing, dance, and learn about orchestral instruments at this concert just right for little ones ages 2-6.
Euchre Sunday
Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Come solo or grab some friends for an afternoon of euchre!
Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Mon, Jan 20, All day
Chelsea District Library - 1st Floor Youth Area,2nd Floor Lobby,Ingenuity Engine,Katie's Korner on the Library Lawn,Kidspot,Large Study Room,Library Basement,Library Lawn,Library Lobby,McKune Room,Reading Garden,Study Room A,Study Room B,Study Room C,Study Room D,Teenspace,Zoom
The Library will be closed on MLK Jr. Day to allow staff to participate in this day of service. Don't forget that you can still borrow books, audiobooks, and more through the Libby and Hoopla app!
Library Closed
Mon, Jan 20, All day
Chelsea District Library
CDL is closed, but you have 24/7 access to our digital collections. Find ebooks, audiobooks, movies and more with apps like Hoopla, Kanopy & Libby. All you need is a library card!
Babytime
Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
A circle time lap-sit for babies ages 0-24mos and their caregivers! Thirty minute program followed by fifteen minutes of open play.
Community Social Worker - Emilee Fetters
Tue, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Study Room C
The Community Social Worker is at the Library on Tuesdays between 3-8pm and Fridays between 2-6pm for appointments and walk-ins.
Chess Clinics with Chase
Tue, Jan 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn or improve at chess with Chase!
Wellness Within Reach: An Intro to Ayurveda - with Sue Whitmarsh
Tue, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn about Ayurveda from Sue Whitmarsh.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Storytime introduces the world of books to kids ages 3-5 years old!
Toddlertime
Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Our storytime program for toddlers ages 18-36 months.
Community Social Worker - Emilee Fetters
Fri, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Study Room C
The Community Social Worker is at the Library on Tuesdays between 3-8pm and Fridays between 2-6pm for appointments and walk-ins.
Friends of CDL Annual Meeting
Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 11:30am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
The Friends of Chelsea District Library host their Annual Meeting. For more information, contact Friends President Dayle Wright at dwright192900mi@comcast.net.
Pathway to Renewal Workshops - Pennants
Sat, Jan 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Kidspot
Join us this winter for a series of art workshops to beautify Chelsea! Make a pennant flag that will become part of banners strung in the downtown alleys.
Pathway to Renewal Workshops - Clay Tiles
Sat, Jan 25, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Join us this winter for a series of art workshops to beautify TimberTown's Pathway to Renewal. Make a clay tile that will become part of a permanent installation in the park.
This event is full
Mobile CDL @ Silver Maples - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Jan 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
Silver Maples
Mobee, CDL's bookmobile, is on the road! Come see us at any of our monthly stops to sign up for library cards, borrow books, and more!
Babytime
Tue, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
A circle time lap-sit for babies ages 0-24mos and their caregivers! Thirty minute program followed by fifteen minutes of open play.
Community Social Worker - Emilee Fetters
Tue, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Study Room C
The Community Social Worker is at the Library on Tuesdays between 3-8pm and Fridays between 2-6pm for appointments and walk-ins.
Chess Clinics with Chase
Tue, Jan 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn or improve at chess with Chase!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Storytime introduces the world of books to kids ages 3-5 years old!
McKune Agency: Spy Club
Wed, Jan 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
This is an intro into secret codes and cyphers for kids ages 8-12
Toddlertime
Thu, Jan 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Our storytime program for toddlers ages 18-36 months.
Blood Drive
Fri, Jan 31, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
The library is hosting a blood drive in the McKune Room at the Chelsea District Library.
Community Social Worker - Emilee Fetters
Fri, Jan 31, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Study Room C
The Community Social Worker is at the Library on Tuesdays between 3-8pm and Fridays between 2-6pm for appointments and walk-ins.
Take Your Child to the Library Day - Family Storytime
Sat, Feb 01, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Your child's lifelong learning starts at the library with this storytime for kids ages 2-6 and their families.
Take Your Child to the Library Day - Library Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Feb 01, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Chelsea District Library - 1st Floor Youth Area
Kids ages 6-11 will explore the library in new ways with this scavenger hunt!
Connecting with the Past Through Historical Fiction
Sun, Feb 02, 2:30pm - 4:15pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
This program is sponsored by Chelsea First United Methodist Church and featuring guest speaker, Dwight Wilson. For additional info contact Laura Damschroder at ldamschroder@gmail.com.
LEGO® Club
Mon, Feb 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Calling all LEGO® aficionados ages 5-11!
Parenting Connections - Middle School Social Scene
Mon, Feb 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Zoom
This parenting series will focus on a different topic and age group each quarter, with a goal to foster impactful connections with your child!
Babytime
Tue, Feb 04, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
A circle time lap-sit for babies ages 0-24mos and their caregivers! Thirty minute program followed by fifteen minutes of open play.
Mobile CDL @ The Pines - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Tue, Feb 04, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
The Pines
Mobee, CDL's bookmobile, is on the road! Come see us at any of our monthly stops to sign up for library cards, borrow books, and more!
Community Social Worker - Emilee Fetters
Tue, Feb 04, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Study Room C
The Community Social Worker is at the Library on Tuesdays between 3-8pm and Fridays between 2-6pm for appointments and walk-ins.
Chess Clinics with Chase
Tue, Feb 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn or improve at chess with Chase!
Reading Glasses
Tue, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Valiant Bar and Grill
Reading Glasses meets the first Tuesday of each month. Join us for good books and good brews! (CDL does not provide beverages).
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Storytime introduces the world of books to kids ages 3-5 years old!
Toddlertime
Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Our storytime program for toddlers ages 18-36 months.
That Thursday Thing - Bing-GLOW!
Thu, Feb 06, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
That Thursday Thing is exclusively for teens. Join teen librarian Stacey for crafts, games, or just hangout time.
Henry Ford Health - Community Connect (in McKune) - Community Connect Leadership Retreat
Fri, Feb 07, 10:30am - 4:15pm
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Henry Ford Health leadership team needed a central location to meet to for an all-day planning session.
Community Social Worker - Emilee Fetters
Fri, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Study Room C
The Community Social Worker is at the Library on Tuesdays between 3-8pm and Fridays between 2-6pm for appointments and walk-ins.
Rescheduled
PWNED Teen Gaming Club - But our princess is in another castle!
Fri, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
New date Friday, February 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Chelsea District Library
Play more games!
Friends Fill a Bag Book Sale
Sat, Feb 08, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Library Basement
Stop by the Library for a used book sale provided by the Friends of the Chelsea District Library.
Pathway to Renewal Workshops - Clay Tiles
Sat, Feb 08, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Join us this winter for a series of art workshops to beautify TimberTown's Pathway to Renewal. Make a clay tile that will become part of a permanent installation in the park.
This event is full
Mobile CDL @ Dancey House
Mon, Feb 10, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Dancey House
Mobee, CDL's bookmobile, is on the road! Come see us at any of our monthly stops to sign up for library cards, borrow books, and more!
Youth Creativity Zine - Valentine's Day
Mon, Feb 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library
Join Librarian Amelia for a fun afternoon of crafts and exploration! This program is for kids ages 5-18.
Housing in Washtenaw County: Where We Are, What We Can Do
Mon, Feb 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
It's no secret housing prices have soared in recent years.
Babytime
Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
A circle time lap-sit for babies ages 0-24mos and their caregivers! Thirty minute program followed by fifteen minutes of open play.
Community Social Worker - Emilee Fetters
Tue, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Study Room C
The Community Social Worker is at the Library on Tuesdays between 3-8pm and Fridays between 2-6pm for appointments and walk-ins.
Chess Clinics with Chase
Tue, Feb 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn or improve at chess with Chase!
Friends of the Library Meeting
Tue, Feb 11, 4:45pm - 7:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Large Study Room
The Friends of the Chelsea District Library meet every second Tuesday of the month.
Yoga Storytime
Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Yoga just right for littles ones ages 2-6!
Books & Banter Book Club - Enough to Lose
Wed, Feb 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Large Study Room
This month Books & Banter reads a short story collection by Michigan author RS Deeren ( also author of Dearborn: Stories). Explore Michigan's rural communities in nine stories.
Cupid is Stupid Party
Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Cupid, draw back your bow...
Toddlertime
Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Our storytime program for toddlers ages 18-36 months.
Mobile CDL @ Sylvan Crossing - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Thu, Feb 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Sylvan Crossing
Mobee, CDL's bookmobile, is on the road! Come see us at any of our monthly stops to sign up for library cards, borrow books, and more!
Read to the Library Dog - Read with Grace and Milo
Thu, Feb 13, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Kidspot,McKune Room
Children read books to our friendly therapy dogs who listen carefully to every single word! Please register for a 15-minute time slot in advance by calling 734-475-8732, ext. 209.
Neighbors Read - A Conversation with Ellen Airgood
Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Dexter District Library - Main programming room, basement
Hear from Ellen Airgood, author of this year's community read pick, Tin Camp Road! The interview will take place at Dexter District Library. No tickets or registration required to attend
Community Social Worker - Emilee Fetters
Fri, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Study Room C
The Community Social Worker is at the Library on Tuesdays between 3-8pm and Fridays between 2-6pm for appointments and walk-ins.
PWNED Teen Gaming Club - But our princess is in another castle!
Fri, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
Play more games!
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