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Be Ingenious Workshop
2026-01-05 18:00:00 2026-01-05 19:30:00 America/New_York Be Ingenious Workshop Adults, Teens, Families | Ingenuity Engine | Registration Required Chelsea District Library -

Monday, January 05
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-05 18:00:00 2026-01-05 19:30:00 America/New_York Be Ingenious Workshop Adults, Teens, Families | Ingenuity Engine | Registration Required Chelsea District Library -

Adults, Teens, Families | Ingenuity Engine | Registration Required

Come check out the Maker Space and complete a cool project to bring home!

January is a great time of year in Michigan... to stay inside and play some games!  Customize a dice tower to "roll the bones" with a little more style!

Dates:  Jan. 5 | Make a Custom Dice Tower

Maker Space Program days:

Jan. 5 | Feb. 2 | 6pm - 7:30pm

Jan. 10 | Feb. 14 | 11:30 - 1pm

(The Ingenuity Engine has a project each month that we offer on two dates.  Please only register for one each month!)

AGE GROUP: | Youth | Teens | Families | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Workshops & Presentations | Crafts and DIY |

TAGS: | Maker | Games | DIY |

Chelsea District Library
Phone: 734-475-8732
Hours
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Mon, Dec 01 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 06 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Dec 07 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

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Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Sat, Dec 06, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
Tween & Teen Homemade Gifts for the Holidays
Sat, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Kids and teens ages 10-17 will make several gifts at this annual event!
Registration is now closed
Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Sun, Dec 07, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
makerChelsea: Holiday Village - with Rachel Mae Smith
Sun, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Creative, Colorful Crafting!
Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Mon, Dec 08, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
Mobile CDL @ CRC Dancey House - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Dec 08, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Mobile CDL
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!
Mobee @ Culver's 4th Anniversary Celebration - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Dec 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Culver's of Chelsea
Come celebrate with custard, cheese curds, and library cards!
Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Tue, Dec 09, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
Babytime
Tue, Dec 09, 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.
Cancelled
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Tue, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
The Rookery Chess Club
Tue, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Kidspot
The Rookery Chess Club, led by Glenn Clapp, meets at the library on Tuesdays (beg. Sep. 9, no Chess Club Sep. 23 or Nov. 18) and is open to drop-ins! Join in to practice chess. Beginners welcome!
Chelsea Meadows HOA Meeting (in McKune)
Tue, Dec 09, 5:30pm - 7:15pm
Chelsea District Library - Library Lawn
Home owners assoc. meeting for Chelsea Meadows.
Merry Makerspace
Tue, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
Join us in the Ingenuity Engine to decorate a holiday-themed book nook!
Registration is now closed
Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Wed, Dec 10, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
Books & Banter Book Club - Meets 2nd Wednesdays
Wed, Dec 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Join us this month for some holiday fun--A White Elephant Book Exchange. All are welcome. Extra wrapped books will be available.
Sylvan Township residents meeting with DTE Energy (McKune)
Wed, Dec 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Library Lawn
Sylvan Township residents meeting with DTE Energy in the McKune Room. For additional information contact Jamal Robertson at jamal.robertson@dteenergy.com.
Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Thu, Dec 11, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
Toddlertime
Thu, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Our storytime program for toddlers ages 18-36 months.
Cuppa Conversations - Enjoy tea, biscuits, and conversation with Director Coryell
Thu, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Share ideas and learn more about how ideas come to life at the library!
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Thu, Dec 11, 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.
Drop-in Tech Help - Get help with basic computing and technology needs
Thu, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
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.
Merry Makerspace: Teen Edition
Thu, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
Create a holiday-themed book nook!
Winter Wellness - with Sue Whitmarsh
Thu, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Join us and Sue Whitmarsh for some winter relaxation.
Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Fri, Dec 12, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Storytime introduces the world of books to kids ages 3-5 years old!
Drop-in Tech Help - Get help with basic computing and technology needs
Fri, Dec 12, 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, Dec 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.
Merry Makerspace: Teen Edition
Fri, Dec 12, 3:30pm - 5:15pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
Create a holiday-themed book nook!
This event is full
Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Sat, Dec 13, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
Friends Fill a Bag Book Sale
Sat, Dec 13, 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.
Merry Makerspace
Sat, Dec 13, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
Join us in the Ingenuity Engine to decorate a holiday-themed book nook!
This event is full
Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Sun, Dec 14, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
Sonic Sunday - Featuring the band, Kedron!
Sun, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Join us as we welcome Chelsea's own, Kedron. Playing energic Americana, with some holiday tunes thrown in, you won't want to miss this musical treat!
Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Mon, Dec 15, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
Youth Creativity Zine
Mon, Dec 15, 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.
Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Tue, Dec 16, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
Babytime
Tue, Dec 16, 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, Dec 16, 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 Club
Tue, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Kidspot
The Rookery Chess Club, led by Glenn Clapp, meets at the library on Tuesdays (beg. Sep. 9, no Chess Club Sep. 23 or Nov. 18) and is open to drop-ins! Join in to practice chess. Beginners welcome!
Pizza and Paperbacks - Snowglobe
Tue, Dec 16, 4:45pm - 6:15pm
Chelsea District Library - Large Study Room
Join us every month for delicious pizza and discussion about a teen book for ages 13-17.
CDL Board Meeting
Tue, Dec 16, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Monthly library board meeting.
Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Wed, Dec 17, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Thu, Dec 18, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
Toddlertime
Thu, Dec 18, 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, Dec 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.
R.E.A.D.to the Library Dog
Thu, Dec 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
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.
R.E.A.D. to the Library Dog
Thu, Dec 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
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.
Violin/Viola Student Recital (in McKune)
Thu, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Library Lawn
Violin/Viola Student Recital. For additional information contact Ian Cummings at IAN@ISCUMMING.COM.
Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Fri, Dec 19, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
Drop-in Tech Help - Get help with basic computing and technology needs
Fri, Dec 19, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Storytime introduces the world of books to kids ages 3-5 years old!
Cancelled
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Fri, Dec 19, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Sat, Dec 20, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Sun, Dec 21, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
Helping Hands Teen Supply Drive
Mon, Dec 22, All day
Chelsea District Library - Library Lobby
Donate health and home supplies to the unhoused youth at Ozone House in Ann Arbor.
Mobile CDL @ Silver Maples - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Dec 22, 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!
Cancelled
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Tue, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Library Closed
Wed, Dec 24, 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!
Library Closed
Thu, Dec 25, 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!
Drop-in Tech Help - Get help with basic computing and technology needs
Fri, Dec 26, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
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.
Cancelled
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Tue, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Library Closed
Wed, Dec 31, 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!
Library Closed
Thu, Jan 01, 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!
Cancelled
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Thu, Jan 01, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Drop-in Tech Help - Get help with basic computing and technology needs
Fri, Jan 02, 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.
PWNED Teen Gaming Club
Fri, Jan 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
Play more games!
Registration opens Saturday, December 13 2025 at 9:30am
Mobile CDL @ Silver Maples - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Jan 05, 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!
LEGO® Club
Mon, Jan 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Calling all LEGO® aficionados ages 5-11!
Be Ingenious Workshop
Mon, Jan 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library
Adults, Teens, Families | Ingenuity Engine | Registration Required
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