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K-2 Books & Fun

Extraordinary Warren by Sarah Dillard
2025-02-27 16:00:00 2025-02-27 17:00:00 America/New_York K-2 Books & Fun 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! Chelsea District Library - McKune Room

Thursday, February 27
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-27 16:00:00 2025-02-27 17:00:00 America/New_York K-2 Books & Fun 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! Chelsea District Library - McKune Room

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!

Just in time for Authors in Chelsea, K-2 Books & Fun is reading Extraordinary Warren by Sarah Dillard! Warren is a fun loving, glasses wearing chicken who is OVER being a chicken. Being a chicken is BORING! All chickens do is peck, feed, and cluck. So Warren decides to leave his home and explore what's out there. Join Librarian Amelia for snacks, crafts, and fun! 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: | Literacy | Early Readers | Book Club | 5-8 |

Chelsea District Library
Phone: 734-475-8732
Hours
Mon, Jan 27 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jan 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jan 29 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jan 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jan 31 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 01 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Feb 02 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

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.
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
Tue, Feb 04, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
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 Tues-Fri. Stop by to find resources and support.
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!
Community Social Worker
Wed, Feb 05, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
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 Tues-Fri. Stop by to find resources and support.
Community Social Worker
Thu, Feb 06, 1:00pm - 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 Tues-Fri. Stop by to find resources and support.
Toddlertime
Thu, Feb 06, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Study Room D
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
Fri, Feb 07, 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 Tues-Fri. Stop by to find resources and support.
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
Tue, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
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 Tues-Fri. Stop by to find resources and support.
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!
Community Social Worker
Wed, Feb 12, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
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 Tues-Fri. Stop by to find resources and support.
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.
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.
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!
Community Social Worker
Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
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 Tues-Fri. Stop by to find resources and support.
Attend Neighbors Read Virtually - A Conversation with Ellen Airgood Live Zoom
Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Zoom
Unable to go to the Dexter library to hear from Ellen Airgood? You may register here to attend virtually (you'll receive the zoom link via email the week of the event). As always, there is no charge.
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
Fri, Feb 14, 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 Tues-Fri. Stop by to find resources and support.
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!
One World One Family (in McKune)
Sun, Feb 16, 2:30pm - 4:15pm
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
One World One Family meeting. For additional information contact Joanne Ladio at jladio21@comcast.net.
Library Closed
Mon, Feb 17, 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!
Rescheduled
Youth Creativity Zine - Valentine's Day
Mon, Feb 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New date Monday, February 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.
Babytime
Tue, Feb 18, 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
Tue, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
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 Tues-Fri. Stop by to find resources and support.
Chess Clinics with Chase
Tue, Feb 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn or improve at chess with Chase!
Hometown Book Club - Join our joint quarterly book club!
Tue, Feb 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Serendipity Books
Meets at Seredipity Books--108 E. Middle St.
This event is full
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 19, 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 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Our storytime program for toddlers ages 18-36 months.
Community Social Worker
Thu, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
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 Tues-Fri. Stop by to find resources and support.
CDL Board Meeting
Thu, Feb 20, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Kidspot
Monthly library board meeting.
That Thursday Thing - Watercolor String Art
Thu, Feb 20, 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.
Community Social Worker
Fri, Feb 21, 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 Tues-Fri. Stop by to find resources and support.
Pizza and Paperbacks - The Inheritance Games
Fri, Feb 21, 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.
Pathway to Renewal Workshops - Pennants
Sat, Feb 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
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.
Mobile CDL @ Silver Maples - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Feb 24, 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, Feb 25, 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
Tue, Feb 25, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
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 Tues-Fri. Stop by to find resources and support.
Chess Clinics with Chase
Tue, Feb 25, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn or improve at chess with Chase!
Rescheduled
Pizza and Paperbacks - The Inheritance Games
Tue, Feb 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
New date Friday, February 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Chelsea District Library
Join us every month for delicious pizza and discussion about a teen book for ages 13-17.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Storytime introduces the world of books to kids ages 3-5 years old!
Community Social Worker
Wed, Feb 26, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
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 Tues-Fri. Stop by to find resources and support.
Modern Journey through the Ancient Mayan World
Wed, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Chelsea District Library
Thousands of Mayan sites lay beneath the forest canopy and have yet to be uncovered and examined.
Toddlertime
Thu, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Our storytime program for toddlers ages 18-36 months.
K-2 Books & Fun - Extraordinary Warren by Sarah Dillard
Thu, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
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!
Community Social Worker
Thu, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
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 Tues-Fri. Stop by to find resources and support.
Library Closed
Fri, Feb 28, 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!
Welcome, Spring! Singalong
Sat, Mar 01, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Kids ages 2-6 can join us for a musical morning!
Purple Rose Theatre Play Reading - Zoom only; login emailed week of reading
Sat, Mar 01, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Zoom Webinar
Join CDL for a play reading and share your feedback.
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