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Evenings in the Engine
2025-08-12 18:00:00 2025-08-12 19:30:00 America/New_York Evenings in the Engine Do you work a daytime job, or are you just not able to come to the Ingenuity Engine during daytime business hours? If so, Evenings in the Engine are for you! Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine

Tuesday, August 12
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-12 18:00:00 2025-08-12 19:30:00 America/New_York Evenings in the Engine Do you work a daytime job, or are you just not able to come to the Ingenuity Engine during daytime business hours? If so, Evenings in the Engine are for you! Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine

Chelsea District Library

Ingenuity Engine

Do you work a daytime job, or are you just not able to come to the Ingenuity Engine during daytime business hours? If so, Evenings in the Engine are for you!

Stop by this August for a tour, to get your questions answered, or to start a project.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Workshops & Presentations | Music, Arts, & History | Crafts and DIY |

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Chelsea District Library
Phone: 734-475-8732
Hours
Mon, Jul 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 16 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 17 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 18 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 19 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Jul 20 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

Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Wed, Jul 16, 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 Tuesdays and Fridays. Stop by to find resources and support.
Wild Wednesdays - Eddy Discovery Center: Become a Scientific Illustrator
Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Art and natural science combine in this fun program with the Eddy Discovery Center! For kids ages 6-11
Registration is now closed
Thrilling Thursdays - Yoga Storytime
Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - Reading Garden
Super special storytimes, guests, and activities just right for little ones ages 2-6!
Teen Summer Thursdays - The Art of Face Painting
Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Join KJ Art for a professional face painting class
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Thu, Jul 17, 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.
Kids Stage - Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights
Thu, Jul 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Katie's Korner on the Library Lawn,Library Lawn
Kids will enjoy acts like magicians, circus acts, jugglers, face painters, balloon artists, the 'How to Chalk' themed art stage and much more.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Fri, Jul 18, 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.
Read to the Library Dog - Read with Grace and Barnaby
Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Kidspot
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.
Read to the Library Dog - Read with Grace and Barnaby
Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Chelsea District Library - 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.
Yoga on the Lawn - Chelsea Wellness Center's Yoga on the Library's Lawn
Sat, Jul 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Chelsea District Library - Library Lawn
Join Yoga on the Lawn, a refreshing outdoor session for all levels. Breathe, stretch, and unwind, as you flow through mindful movements. Bring your mat and enjoy the fresh air, sunshine, and serenity!
Outdoor Book Club
Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Robin Hills Farm
Join us at Robin Hills Farms to discuss 52 Ways to Walk
Mobee at Detroit Bookfest - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Sun, Jul 20, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Eastern Market
Detroit Bookfest is dedicated to promoting the joy of reading and the rich culture surrounding it.
Mobile CDL @ North Lake United Methodist Church - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Jul 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
North Lake United Methodist Church
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, Jul 22, 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 Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Tue, Jul 22, 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.
The Rookery Chess Clinics - (renamed from Chess Clinics with Chase)
Tue, Jul 22, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn how to play chess, or get tips on how to be a better player!
Mobile CDL @ Rec It Tuesday - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip
Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
- Dana Baseball fields
Mobee, CDL's bookmobile, is on the road! Come see us at Rec It Tuesday to sign up for library cards, borrow books, and more!
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Wed, Jul 23, 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 Tuesdays and Fridays. Stop by to find resources and support.
Summer Reading Finale! - Cotton Candy Science
Wed, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
CDL celebrates the end of the summer reading program with a Cotton Candy Science Show, where kids can discover the delicious science of cotton candy.
Summer Reading Finale! - Cotton Candy Science
Wed, Jul 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
CDL celebrates the end of the summer reading program with a Cotton Candy Science Show, where kids can discover the delicious science of cotton candy.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Thu, Jul 24, 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.
Kids Stage - Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights
Thu, Jul 24, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Katie's Korner on the Library Lawn,Library Lawn
Kids will enjoy acts like magicians, circus acts, jugglers, face painters, balloon artists, the 'How to Chalk' themed art stage and much more.
Kidzone - Sounds & Sights Festival
Fri, Jul 25, All day
Chelsea District Library - Katie's Korner on the Library Lawn,Library Lawn
KidZone features bounce houses, live entertainment, crafts, games, freebies and so much more!
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Fri, Jul 25, 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.
Teen Finale Party
Fri, Jul 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library - 1st Floor Youth Area,Kidspot
If you were one of the first 50 teens to complete the Summer Reading Program by reading 20 hours, you get an invitation to this party!
Kidzone - Sounds & Sights Festival
Sat, Jul 26, All day
Chelsea District Library - Katie's Korner on the Library Lawn,Library Lawn
KidZone features bounce houses, live entertainment, crafts, games, freebies and so much more!
Mobile CDL @ Silver Maples - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Jul 28, 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, Jul 29, 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.
Rescheduled
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
New date Tuesday, July 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Chelsea District Library
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.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Tue, Jul 29, 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.
The Rookery Chess Clinics - (renamed from Chess Clinics with Chase)
Tue, Jul 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn how to play chess, or get tips on how to be a better player!
Mobile CDL @ Rec It Tuesday - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
TimberTown
Mobee, CDL's bookmobile, is on the road! Come see us at Rec It Tuesday to sign up for library cards, borrow books, and more!
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Wed, Jul 30, 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 Tuesdays and Fridays. Stop by to find resources and support.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Thu, Jul 31, 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.
Kids Stage - Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights
Thu, Jul 31, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Katie's Korner on the Library Lawn,Library Lawn
Kids will enjoy acts like magicians, circus acts, jugglers, face painters, balloon artists, the 'How to Chalk' themed art stage and much more.
YSG Volunteer Party
Fri, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Pierce Park - By the Rock
Where you a Youth Services Group volunteer this summer? If so, join us for ice cream and shenanigans at Pierce Park.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Fri, Aug 01, 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.
Yoga on the Lawn - Chelsea Wellness Center's Yoga on the Library's Lawn
Sat, Aug 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Chelsea District Library - Library Lawn
Join Yoga on the Lawn, a refreshing outdoor session for all levels. Breathe, stretch, and unwind, as you flow through mindful movements. Bring your mat and enjoy the fresh air, sunshine, and serenity!
Music in the Air
Sat, Aug 02, 11:00am - 11:45am
TBA
The Giacopuzzi's are returning to delight us with their internationally renowned music. We will have a family-friendly concert in the morning, and a traditional concert in the afternoon.
Music in the Air
Sat, Aug 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
TBA
The Giacopuzzi's are returning to delight us with their internationally renowned music. We will have a family-friendly concert in the morning, and a traditional concert in the afternoon.
Summer LEGO® Club
Mon, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Kids ages 3-11 can play and build with our giant collection of bricks!
Where's Waldo Party - with Serendipity Books
Tue, Aug 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Chelsea District Library - Kidspot,Reading Garden
Join us for a Waldo party aimed at 5-10 year olds. Enjoy Waldo-themed games and activities, prizes, and take-home goodie bags. RVSPs are necessary (visit www.serendipity-books.com to sign up.)
Adult Learners Institute of Chelsea Fall 2025 Kick-off
Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Join ALI for light snacks, drawing for ALI gift certificates, and the opportunity to meet a few of ALI's Fall instructors.
Cancelled
Babytime
Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library
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 Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Tue, Aug 05, 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.
Mobile CDL @ The Pines - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Tue, Aug 05, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
The Pines
Mobee, CDL's bookmobile, is on the road! Come see us to sign up for library cards, borrow books, and more!
The Rookery Chess Clinics - (renamed from Chess Clinics with Chase)
Tue, Aug 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn how to play chess, or get tips on how to be a better player!
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Wed, Aug 06, 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 Tuesdays and Fridays. Stop by to find resources and support.
Youth Creativity Zine
Wed, Aug 06, 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.
Reading Glasses
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Valiant Bar and Grill
Reading Glasses meets the first Wednesday of each month. Join us for good books and good brews! (CDL does not provide beverages).
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Thu, Aug 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 Tuesdays and Fridays. Stop by to find resources and support.
Tech Take Apart
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
We provide the tech... teens provide the take-apart.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Fri, Aug 08, 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.
CommUNITY Picnic - Breakfast Edition!
Sat, Aug 09, 9:00am - 11:00am
Chelsea District Library - Katie's Korner on the Library Lawn,Library Lawn
Join Chelsea Area Chamber of Commerce and the Library for the 3rd annual community picnic, this time for breakfast! Chat with old friends and meet new neighbors while enjoying tasty food.
Friends Fill a Bag Book Sale
Sat, Aug 09, 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.
Mobile CDL @ CRC Dancey House - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Aug 11, 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!
The Great Puzzle Race Returns!
Mon, Aug 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Can your team complete a 500-piece puzzle in record time?
Registration opens Monday, July 28 2025 at 9:30am
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Tue, Aug 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.
The Rookery Chess Clinics - (renamed from Chess Clinics with Chase)
Tue, Aug 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn how to play chess, or get tips on how to be a better player!
Evenings in the Engine
Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
Do you work a daytime job, or are you just not able to come to the Ingenuity Engine during daytime business hours? If so, Evenings in the Engine are for you!
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Wed, Aug 13, 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 Tuesdays and Fridays. Stop by to find resources and support.
Books & Banter Book Club - Revenge of the Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell
Wed, Aug 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Large Study Room
Books available at the Checkout Desk on July 10.
Mobile CDL @ Sylvan Crossing - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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!
Thrilling Thursdays - Yoga Storytime
Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - Reading Garden
Super special storytimes, guests, and activities just right for little ones ages 2-6!
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Thu, Aug 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 Tuesdays and Fridays. Stop by to find resources and support.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Fri, Aug 15, 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.
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