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Be Ingenious Workshop
2026-02-02 18:00:00 2026-02-02 19:30:00 America/New_York Be Ingenious Workshop Adults, Teens, Families | Ingenuity Engine | Registration Required Chelsea District Library -

Monday, February 02
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-02 18:00:00 2026-02-02 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.

February is a month for Love!  And nothing says "I Love You" more than a customized Valentine!  Give your holiday an extra boost by crafting that perfect note of affection.

Feb. 2 | 6PM to 7:30PM - Make a Custom Valentine

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: | Families | Adults |

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

TAGS: | Valentine | Maker | DIY | Craft |

Chelsea District Library
Phone: 734-475-8732
Hours
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Mon, Dec 29 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 31 Closed
(New Year's Eve Holiday)
Thu, Jan 01 Closed
(New Year's Eve Holiday)
Fri, Jan 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 03 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Jan 04 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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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
Babytime
Tue, Jan 06, 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, Jan 06, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Mobile CDL
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
Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Kidspot
Join our Volunteer of the Year 2025, Glenn Clapp, and learn how to play chess, or sharpen your skills.
Rescheduled
Be Ingenious Workshop
Tue, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
New date Monday, January 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library
Adults, Teens, Families | Ingenuity Engine | Registration Required
Reading Glasses
Wed, Jan 07, 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).
Toddlertime
Thu, Jan 08, 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, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Share ideas and learn more about how ideas come to life at the library!
Drop-in Tech Help - Get help with basic computing and technology needs
Thu, Jan 08, 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.
That Thursday Thing - Book Bedazzling
Thu, Jan 08, 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.
Fact and Fiction: The Art of British Spycraft
Thu, Jan 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Zoom
Delve into modern British spy novels and the real-life characters and circumstances that inspired countless plot twists.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jan 09, 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, Jan 09, 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.
That Friday Thing - Book Bedazzling
Fri, Jan 09, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
That Thursday Thing is exclusively for teens. Join teen librarian Stacey for crafts, games, or just hangout time.
Friends Used Book Sale
Sat, Jan 10, 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.
Purple Rose Theatre Play Reading - Join CDL for a play reading and share your feedback.
Sat, Jan 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Chelsea District Library
UNCLE VODKA by McAdoo Greer & Rebecca Reynolds
Be Ingenious Workshop
Sat, Jan 10, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
Adults, Teens, Families | Ingenuity Engine | Registration Required
Mobile CDL @ CRC Dancey House - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Jan 12, 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!
Babytime
Tue, Jan 13, 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.
Tween Book Club - Ban This Book by Alan Gratz
Tue, Jan 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
This book club for kids ages 9-12 meets every other month for a book discussion and activities.
The Rookery Chess Clinics
Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Kidspot
Join our Volunteer of the Year 2025, Glenn Clapp, and learn how to play chess, or sharpen your skills.
Books & Banter Book Club - Meets 2nd Wednesdays
Wed, Jan 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Large Study Room
Books available from the Checkout Desk beginning December 10.
Toddlertime
Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Our storytime program for toddlers ages 18-36 months.
R.E.A.D. to the Library Dog
Thu, Jan 15, 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, Jan 15, 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.
Winter Wellness - with Sue Whitmarsh
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Join us and Sue Whitmarsh for some winter relaxation.
Drop-in Tech Help - Get help with basic computing and technology needs
Fri, Jan 16, 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, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Storytime introduces the world of books to kids ages 3-5 years old!
We Are the Dream screening - in celebration of MLK Jr. Day
Fri, Jan 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Join us to watch We Are the Dream: The Kids of the Oakland MLK Oratorical Fest in honor of MLK Jr. Day. This film is rated G and Common Sense Media recommends for viewers 8 and up.
KinderConcert - with the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra
Sat, Jan 17, 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.
Sonic Sundays - Phil Hale Jazz Quartet
Sun, Jan 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
An hour-long concert featuring The Phil Hale Jazz Quartet, a traditional and modern jazz ensemble.
Closed for MLK Jr. Day of Service
Mon, Jan 19, 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,Privacy Booth - Solo,Privacy Booth Duo,Reading Garden,Study Room A,Study Room B,Study Room C,Study Room D,Teenspace
The Library will be closed on January 20.
Babytime
Tue, Jan 20, 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.
The Rookery Chess Clinics
Tue, Jan 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Kidspot
Join our Volunteer of the Year 2025, Glenn Clapp, and learn how to play chess, or sharpen your skills.
We Are the Dream screening - in celebration of MLK Jr. Day
Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Join us to watch We Are the Dream: The Kids of the Oakland MLK Oratorical Fest in honor of MLK Jr. Day. This film is rated G and Common Sense Media recommends for viewers 8 and up.
Hometown Book Club - Join our joint quarterly book club!
Wed, Jan 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Serendipity Books
Meets at Serendipity Books--1119 S Main St.
Toddlertime
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Our storytime program for toddlers ages 18-36 months.
Drop-in Tech Help - Get help with basic computing and technology needs
Thu, Jan 22, 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.
That Thursday Thing - Don't Press That Button!
Thu, Jan 22, 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.
Drop-in Tech Help - Get help with basic computing and technology needs
Fri, Jan 23, 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.
Yoga Storytime
Fri, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Yoga just right for littles ones ages 2-6!
That Friday Thing - Don't Press That Button!
Fri, Jan 23, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
That Thursday Thing is exclusively for teens. Join teen librarian Stacey for crafts, games, or just hangout time.
Friends of CDL Annual Meeting
Sat, Jan 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Enjoy refreshments, fellowship, and learn more about the Friends of CDL!
Meeting for Special Road Project - Queen Oaks Road Meeting
Sat, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Meeting about maintenance of Queen Oaks Road. For additional information contact Holly Taylor at 904-7088.
Intro to Urban Watercolor Sketching Workshop
Sun, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Dive into the world of urban watercolor sketching with our hands-on workshop designed for beginners!
This event is full
Babytime
Tue, Jan 27, 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.
The Rookery Chess Clinics
Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Kidspot
Join our Volunteer of the Year 2025, Glenn Clapp, and learn how to play chess, or sharpen your skills.
Toddlertime
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Our storytime program for toddlers ages 18-36 months.
Drop-in Tech Help - Get help with basic computing and technology needs
Thu, Jan 29, 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.
Preschool Storytime copy
Fri, Jan 30, 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, Jan 30, 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.
Early Childhood Resource Fair
Sat, Jan 31, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Calling all parents! Learn about local childcare resources, support services, and more.
LEGO® Club
Mon, Feb 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Calling all LEGO® aficionados ages 5-11!
Be Ingenious Workshop
Mon, Feb 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library
Adults, Teens, Families | Ingenuity Engine | Registration Required
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