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Nutcracker Ballet Storytime
2024-12-05 09:15:00 2024-12-05 10:00:00 America/New_York Nutcracker Ballet Storytime Ages 2-6 can join this special storytime featuring dancers from Ballet Chelsea! Chelsea District Library - McKune Room

Thursday, December 05
9:15am - 10:00am

Add to Calendar 2024-12-05 09:15:00 2024-12-05 10:00:00 America/New_York Nutcracker Ballet Storytime Ages 2-6 can join this special storytime featuring dancers from Ballet Chelsea! Chelsea District Library - McKune Room

Ages 2-6 can join this special storytime featuring dancers from Ballet Chelsea!

Our friends from Ballet Chelsea are back with a preview of The Nutcracker! Hear stories about ballet, view selections from the show with dancers in costume, and dance together! 

This program is so popular we are running two sessions! Each will be exactly the same, so please plan to attend only one session.

AGE GROUP: | Babies to Preschool |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytimes | Music, Arts, & History |

TAGS: | storytime | Nutcracker | dance | Ballet Chelsea | ballet |

Chelsea District Library
Phone: 734-475-8732
Hours
Mon, Nov 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 20 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Nov 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 22 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 23 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Nov 24 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

Toddlertime
Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Our storytime program for toddlers ages 18-36 months.
makerChelsea: Barn signs
Thu, Nov 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Join us as we make lovely WELCOME barn signs.
Registration is now closed
That Thursday Thing - Punch Needle Patches
Thu, Nov 21, 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.
Crafty Corner Workshop
Sat, Nov 23, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Ingenuity Engine
The Ingenuity Engine is full of maker equipment that can help your crafting ideas come to life. Each month we will try a new craft that uses one of our machines.
100 Kids Who Care Chelsea
Sun, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
***In McKune Room. This is the first meeting for 100 Kids Who Care. A new group for the kids of Chelsea, MI. For additional information contact Laurie Cigan at lauriecigan1@gmail.com.
Mobile CDL Stop - Silver Maples
Mon, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
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!
Chess Clinics with Chase
Tue, Nov 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn or improve at chess with Chase!
Cancelled
History Book Club - Book TBD
Tue, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Chelsea District Library
Join us every second Tuesday for our new History Book Club, led by local Tom Drinkwater. Stop by the checkout desk to request a copy of the book.
Library Closes Early
Wed, Nov 27, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library
The Library will close at 5pm on Wednesday, November 27.
Closed for Thanksgiving Day
Thu, Nov 28, All day
Chelsea District Library
The Library is Closed
Closed for Thanksgiving
Fri, Nov 29, All day
Chelsea District Library
The Library is Closed
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Sun, Dec 01, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
Cozy Classics - You've Got Mail
Sun, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Stop by the library most Sundays in December & the first Sunday in January for popcorn with cocoa, coffee, or tea and a classic winter movie. This week, watch You've Got Mail with Tom Hanks & Meg Ryan
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Mon, Dec 02, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
LEGO® Club
Mon, Dec 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Calling all LEGO® aficionados ages 5-11!
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Tue, Dec 03, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
Babytime
Tue, Dec 03, 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.
Chess Clinics with Chase
Tue, Dec 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn or improve at chess with Chase!
Reading Glasses
Tue, Dec 03, 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).
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Wed, Dec 04, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Thu, Dec 05, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
Nutcracker Ballet Storytime
Thu, Dec 05, 9:15am - 10:00am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Ages 2-6 can join this special storytime featuring dancers from Ballet Chelsea!
Nutcracker Ballet Storytime
Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Ages 2-6 can join this special storytime featuring dancers from Ballet Chelsea!
That Thursday Thing - Snow/Ice Tie Dye
Thu, Dec 05, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Chelsea District Library - Kidspot
That Thursday Thing is exclusively for teens. Join teen librarian Stacey for crafts, games, or just hangout time.
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Fri, Dec 06, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
Therapy Dogs for Adults
Fri, Dec 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Chelsea District Library - 2nd Floor Lobby
Need to a way to relax during the holidays? Come pet a therapy dog!
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Sat, Dec 07, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
Tween & Teen Homemade Gifts for the Holidays
Sat, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Kids and teens ages 10-17 will make several gifts at this annual event!
Holiday Volunteer Appreciation Party - All Current & Past Adult Volunteers Invited
Sat, Dec 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Celebrate Our Library Volunteers!
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Sun, Dec 08, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
makerChelsea: Holiday greens centerpieces
Sun, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Chelsea District Library
'Tis the season for creating a beautiful holiday centerpiece!
Registration opens Monday, November 25 2024 at 9:30am
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Mon, Dec 09, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
Adult Sit and Stitch - Non-library program
Mon, Dec 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Large Study Room
Meets 2nd Mondays. Extension of makerChelsea embroidery with Ann Arbor Embroidery Club. Contact Bonnie Rahn for more information: brahn1229@att.net
Greystone Homeowners Group
Mon, Dec 09, 5:30pm - 7:15pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Homeowners association meeting for Greystone Homeowners Group. For more information contact Dave Miller at 734-216-8019 or dlm327350@gmail.com or Kathy Baker at 734-604-6106.
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Tue, Dec 10, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
Babytime
Tue, Dec 10, 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.
Chess Clinics with Chase
Tue, Dec 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn or improve at chess with Chase!
Friends of the Library Meeting
Tue, Dec 10, 4:45pm - 7:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Large Study Room
The Friends of the Chelsea District Library meet every second Tuesday of the month.
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Wed, Dec 11, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Storytime introduces the world of books to kids ages 3-5 years old!
Books & Banter - White Elephant Book Exchange
Wed, Dec 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
This month bring a wrapped book for a white elephant book exchange! Every member will leave with a new book to read. Refreshments will be served.
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Thu, Dec 12, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
Toddlertime
Thu, Dec 12, 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 Grace & Bella
Thu, Dec 12, 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.
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Fri, Dec 13, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
CDL Board Meeting
Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Official Board Meeting of the Library
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Sat, Dec 14, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
Friends Fill a Bag Book Sale
Sat, Dec 14, 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.
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
Cozy Classics - Holiday Inn
Sun, Dec 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Stop by the library most Sundays in December & the first Sunday in January for popcorn with cocoa, coffee, or tea and a classic winter movie. This week, watch Holiday Inn with Bing Crosby.
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Mon, Dec 16, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
Youth Creativity Zine - Winter Wonderland
Mon, Dec 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Join Librarian Amelia for a fun afternoon of crafts and exploration! This program is for kids ages 5-18.
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Tue, Dec 17, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
Babytime
Tue, Dec 17, 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.
Chess Clinics with Chase
Tue, Dec 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn or improve at chess with Chase!
Pizza and Paperbacks - Bravely by Maggie Stiefvater
Tue, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Large Study Room
Join us every month for delicious pizza and discussion about a teen book for ages 13-17.
Magic of the Holidays - with David Rodgers
Tue, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Enjoy a concert of winter holidays songs from musician David Rodgers.
Rescheduled
CDL Board Meeting
Tue, Dec 17, 6:45pm - 8:30pm
New date Friday, December 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Chelsea District Library
Official Board Meeting of the Library
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Wed, Dec 18, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Storytime introduces the world of books to kids ages 3-5 years old!
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Thu, Dec 19, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
Toddlertime
Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Our storytime program for toddlers ages 18-36 months.
That Thursday Thing - Holiday Hacks
Thu, Dec 19, 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.
Teen Supply Drive - Sponsored by CDL & CHS Interact Club
Fri, Dec 20, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Help us collect needed supplies for the teens at Ozone House, in partnership with the CHS Interact Club.
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