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Be Ingenious Workshops

Wooden Cover Notebook
2026-05-12 18:00:00 2026-05-12 19:30:00 America/New_York Be Ingenious Workshops Join us in the Ingenuity Engine for a quick and easy workshop! All materials will be provided with instructions and Q&A in the lab. Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine

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

Add to Calendar 2026-05-12 18:00:00 2026-05-12 19:30:00 America/New_York Be Ingenious Workshops Join us in the Ingenuity Engine for a quick and easy workshop! All materials will be provided with instructions and Q&A in the lab. Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine

Chelsea District Library

Ingenuity Engine

Join us in the Ingenuity Engine for a quick and easy workshop! All materials will be provided with instructions and Q&A in the lab.

Come check out the Maker Space and create a specialized notebook!  We will use the Laser Cutter to create a customized wooden cover for a spiral bound notebook.  Join us on a Tuesday OR Saturday each month for this exciting workshop series! Registration opens one month before the workshop date and closes 24 hours before the workshop start time.

Tuesday, May 12 OR Saturday, May 16  

(There is one Be Ingenious workshop each month that we offer on two dates.  Please only register for one each month!)

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

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

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Phone: 734-475-8732
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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.

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Mobile CDL @ Silver Maples - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Apr 13, 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!
Mobile CDL @ CRC Dancey House - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Apr 13, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
CRC 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
Mon, Apr 13, 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.
Comic Writing Workshop - with Meggie Ramm!
Mon, Apr 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Join local comic artist Meggie Ramm for the basics of making your very own comics.
Registration is now closed
Babytime
Tue, Apr 14, 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, Apr 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.
Mobile CDL @ The Pines - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Tue, Apr 14, 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
Tue, Apr 14, 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.
Friends Meeting
Tue, Apr 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Large Study Room
Monthly meeting of the Friends of CDL.
Family D&D - with Dungeon Master Mark!
Tue, Apr 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
An intro to 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons!
Registration is now closed
Hometown Book Club - Join our joint quarterly book club!
Tue, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Serendipity Books
Meets at Serendipity Books--119 S Main St.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Wed, Apr 15, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
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 Writing Workshop
Wed, Apr 15, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Kids ages 8-12 will hone their creative writing skills at this popular workshop.
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Comic Writing Workshop - with Meggie Ramm!
Wed, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Monday, April 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library
Join local comic artist Meggie Ramm for the basics of making your very own comics.
Toddlertime
Thu, Apr 16, 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, Apr 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.
Teen D&D
Thu, Apr 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Large Study Room
Learn how to play D&D 5e!
Registration is now closed
Evenings in the Engine
Thu, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library
For anyone who works a 9–5 job or is just busy during the day, join us for Evenings in the Engine!
CDL Board Meeting
Thu, Apr 16, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Monthly Library Board Meeting
That Thursday Thing - Giant Friendship Bracelets
Thu, Apr 16, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Apr 17, 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, Apr 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Study Room B
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, Apr 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.
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That Friday Thing - Giant Friendship Bracelets
Fri, Apr 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Chelsea District Library
That Thursday Thing is exclusively for teens. Join teen librarian Stacey for crafts, games, or just hangout time.
Nathan W. Pyle - Teen Presentation and Book Signing
Fri, Apr 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Calling all teens, you're invited to meet Nathan W. Pyle, the author of Strange Planet and one of this year's Lit Walk authors! Open to grades 6-12. Snacks and a free copy of Strange Plant provided!
Midwest Literary Walk
Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 6:00pm
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We are thrilled to welcome visiting authors Nathan W. Pyle, Chris La Tray, and Carmen Bugan for the 2026 Midwest Literary Walk! New this year - LIt Walk will open with a play reading at Purple Rose!
Hybrid! Purple Rose Theatre Play Reading - Start Midwest Lit Walk at the Purple Rose Theatre!
Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Purple Rose Theatre - 137 Park Street, Chelsea, MI
Join CDL for a play reading and share your feedback. Enjoy the reading in-person at The Purple Rose (150-person limit) or watch from home or the library on Zoom!
Mobile CDL @ Silver Maples - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Apr 20, 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!
Mobile CDL @ CRC Dancey House - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Apr 20, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
CRC 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!
Babytime
Tue, Apr 21, 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, Apr 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 Tuesdays and Fridays. Stop by to find resources and support.
Mobile CDL @ The Pines - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Tue, Apr 21, 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
Tue, Apr 21, 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.
Family D&D - with Dungeon Master Mark!
Tue, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
An intro to 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons!
This event is full
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Wed, Apr 22, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
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 Writing Workshop
Wed, Apr 22, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Kids ages 8-12 will hone their creative writing skills at this popular workshop.
Foundation Building Church - Life principles
Wed, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Biweekly session on various topics from the Foundation Building Church. For additional information contact Eric Beda at foundationbuilding.church@gmail.com.
Ballet Storytime - with Ballet Chelsea
Thu, Apr 23, 9:15am - 10:00am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
This special storytime for kids ages 2-6 takes the place of our regular Storytime and Toddlertime programs this week.
Ballet Storytime - with Ballet Chelsea
Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
This special storytime for kids ages 2-6 takes the place of our regular Storytime and Toddlertime programs this week.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Thu, Apr 23, 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 D&D
Thu, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn how to play D&D 5e!
This event is full
Drop-in Tech Help - Get help with basic computing and technology needs
Fri, Apr 24, 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, Apr 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.
R.E.A.D to Library Dogs - Read with Quinn
Fri, Apr 24, 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.
R.E.A.D to Library Dogs - Read with Nugget
Fri, Apr 24, 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.
Mobee @ Saturday Soccer - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Sat, Apr 25, 9:00am - 11:00am
Pierce Lake Soccer Fields
Come see us to sign up for (or renew) library cards, borrow books, and more!
Dahlias 101
Sat, Apr 25, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Dahlias for beginners. For additional information contact Michigan Dahlias at michigandahlias@gmail.com.
Earth Day 2026 - AI, Data Centers, and the Hidden Environmental Costs
Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Michigan Friends Center
UofM Doctoral Candidate Keanu Heydari discusses AI's environmental impact.Register here: https://www.mfcenter.org/event-details/earth-day-2026-ai-data-centers-and-the-hidden-environmental-costs/form
Mobile CDL @ Silver Maples - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Apr 27, 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!
Mobile CDL @ CRC Dancey House - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Apr 27, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
CRC 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!
makerChelsea: Straw Flower Vases
Mon, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn to make easy bubble tea straw vases with dried flowers, great for brightening any area of your home! Must be 18+ with a Chelsea District Library card. One per family.
Registration opens Monday, April 13 2026 at 9:30am
Babytime
Tue, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 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
Tue, Apr 28, 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.
Pizza and Paperbacks - Good Girl's Guide to Murder
Tue, Apr 28, 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.
Family D&D - with Dungeon Master Mark!
Tue, Apr 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
An intro to 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons!
This event is full
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Wed, Apr 29, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
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 Writing Workshop
Wed, Apr 29, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Kids ages 8-12 will hone their creative writing skills at this popular workshop.
Foundation Building Church - Life principles
Wed, Apr 29, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Biweekly session on various topics from the Foundation Building Church. For additional information contact Eric Beda at foundationbuilding.church@gmail.com.
Toddlertime
Thu, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 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 D&D
Thu, Apr 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn how to play D&D 5e!
This event is full
Yoga Storytime
Fri, May 01, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Yoga just right for littles ones ages 2-6!
Drop-in Tech Help - Get help with basic computing and technology needs
Fri, May 01, 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, May 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.
PWNED Teen Gaming Club - You're the King of second bananas!
Fri, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
Play more games!
Free Comic Book Day
Sat, May 02, All day
Chelsea District Library - 1st Floor Youth Area
Pick up a free comic for kids and teens ages 4-17!
Mobee @ Saturday Soccer - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Sat, May 02, 9:00am - 11:00am
Pierce Lake Soccer Fields
Come see us to sign up for (or renew) library cards, borrow books, and more!
KinderConcert - with the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra
Sat, May 02, 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.
Mobile CDL @ Silver Maples - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, May 04, 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!
Mobile CDL @ CRC Dancey House - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, May 04, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
CRC 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!
LEGO® Club
Mon, May 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Calling all LEGO® aficionados ages 5-11!
Sit & Stitch - Non Library Program
Mon, May 04, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library
Monthly Sit & Stitch group; first Monday of every month.
Babytime
Tue, May 05, 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, May 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, May 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
Tue, May 05, 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.
Family D&D - with Dungeon Master Mark!
Tue, May 05, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
An intro to 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons!
This event is full
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Wed, May 06, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
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 Writing Workshop
Wed, May 06, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Kids ages 8-12 will hone their creative writing skills at this popular workshop.
Reading Glasses
Wed, May 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).
Toddlertime
Thu, May 07, 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, May 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.
Cuppa Conversations - Enjoy tea, biscuits, and conversation with Director Coryell
Thu, May 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Share ideas and learn more about how ideas come to life at the library!
Teen D&D
Thu, May 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Kidspot
Learn how to play D&D 5e!
This event is full
Vacation! The 19th Century Rise of Leisure
Thu, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn the history of how vacations came about in the United States.
That Thursday Thing - National Nurses' Appreciation Month
Thu, May 07, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, May 08, 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, May 08, 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.
Meridian Member Experience Summit
Fri, May 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Focus on provider engagement. For additional information contact Stephanie Daniels at 269-252-1904.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Fri, May 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.
That Friday Thing - National Nurses' Appreciation Month
Fri, May 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
That Thursday Thing is exclusively for teens. Join teen librarian Stacey for crafts, games, or just hangout time.
Mobee @ Saturday Soccer - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Sat, May 09, 9:00am - 11:00am
Pierce Lake Soccer Fields
Come see us to sign up for (or renew) library cards, borrow books, and more!
Friends Used Book Sale
Sat, May 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.
The Irving Berlin Story - with ALI Michigan
Sat, May 09, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room,Zoom
Join Instructor John Hauger, a devoted fan of music and history, as he brings Irving Berlin’s remarkable story to life. His enthusiasm and perspective make this class both engaging and memorable.
Family Concert - with the Chelsea Chamber Players
Sun, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
The Chelsea Chamber Players and the Chelsea District Library present a concert for all ages. Enjoy an instrument petting zoo with Duncan Harris.
Mobile CDL @ Silver Maples - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, May 11, 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!
Mobile CDL @ CRC Dancey House - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, May 11, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
CRC 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!
Babytime
Tue, May 12, 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, May 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.
Mobile CDL @ The Pines - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Tue, May 12, 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!
Tween Book Club - Faker by Gordon Korman
Tue, May 12, 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, May 12, 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.
Friends Meeting
Tue, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Large Study Room
Monthly meeting of the Friends of CDL.
Family D&D - with Dungeon Master Mark!
Tue, May 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
An intro to 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons!
This event is full
Be Ingenious Workshops - Wooden Cover Notebook
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
Join us in the Ingenuity Engine for a quick and easy workshop! All materials will be provided with instructions and Q&A in the lab.
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