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After School Science & Snacks

Nature's Building Blocks
2022-12-14 16:00:00 2022-12-14 17:00:00 America/New_York After School Science & Snacks Discovery more about Michigan's natural wonders in this special after school series! Chelsea District Library - McKune Room

Wednesday, December 14
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-12-14 16:00:00 2022-12-14 17:00:00 America/New_York After School Science & Snacks Discovery more about Michigan's natural wonders in this special after school series! Chelsea District Library - McKune Room

Discovery more about Michigan's natural wonders in this special after school series!

Join Katie McGlashen from the Gerald E Eddy Discovery center for an afternoon of earth science! Identify a set of minerals by testing their properties through the scientific process.  Learn about minerals that you use in your everyday life.

AGE GROUP: | Youth |

EVENT TYPE: | Workshops & Presentations | Science, Health, or Technology |

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Chelsea District Library
Phone: 734-475-8732
Hours
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Mon, May 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 20 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 22 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 23 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, May 24 Closed
(Closed May 24 for system servicing and May 25 for Memorial Day)
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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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Toddlertime
Thu, May 21, 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 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.
Evenings in the Engine
Thu, May 21, 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!
That Thursday Thing - World Goth Day: Geode Skulls
Thu, May 21, 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.
Drop-in Tech Help - Get help with basic computing and technology needs
Fri, May 22, 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, May 22, 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, May 22, 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.
That Friday Thing - World Goth Day: Geode Skulls
Fri, May 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
That Thursday Thing is exclusively for teens. Join teen librarian Stacey for crafts, games, or just hangout time.
Teen After Hours: Get Your Game On! - BOARD GAMES ONLY!
Fri, May 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library - 1st Floor Youth Area,McKune Room
Are you bored at home?
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Library Closed
Sun, May 24, All day
Chelsea District Library
The library closes on board-approved days for holidays, staff training, and system maintenance. Our digital services like Hoopla, Libby, and Kanopy are available 365 days of the year!
Library Closed
Mon, May 25, All day
Chelsea District Library
The library closes on board-approved days for holidays, staff training, and system maintenance. Our digital services like Hoopla, Libby, and Kanopy are available 365 days of the year!
Cancelled
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Tue, May 26, 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.
Mobile CDL @ The Pines - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Tue, May 26, 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!
Library Connections Day - The library at your fingertips!
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Chelsea Senior Center
Get the most out of your library! CDL staff will be at Chelsea Senior Center for library card sign-ups and information about the myriad of resources available to the community
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Wed, May 27, 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.
Foundation Building Church - Life principles
Wed, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Weekly session on various topics from the Foundation Building Church. For additional information contact Eric Beda at foundationbuilding.church@gmail.com.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Thu, May 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.
TSG Orientation
Thu, May 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
The YSG has a new name!
Sun Times News Student Showcase - See Chelsea 6th grade student ad artwork
Thu, May 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Come celebrate sixth grade artists at an open house showcasing ad artwork created by Chelsea School District students!
Drop-in Tech Help - Get help with basic computing and technology needs
Fri, May 29, 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 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.
Mobile CDL @ Silver Maples - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Jun 01, 11:00am - 11:45am
Silver Maples
Mobee, CDL's bookmobile, is on the road! Come see us at any of our weekly stops to sign up for library cards, borrow books, and more!
Mobile CDL @ CRC Dancey House - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Jun 01, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Dancey House
Mobee, CDL's bookmobile, is on the road! Come see us at any of our weekly stops to sign up for library cards, borrow books, and more!
TSG Orientation
Mon, Jun 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
The YSG has a new name!
Sit & Stitch - Non Library Program
Mon, Jun 01, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library
Monthly Sit & Stitch group; first Monday of every month.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Tue, Jun 02, 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, Jun 02, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
The Pines
Mobee, CDL's bookmobile, is on the road! Come see us at any of our weekly stops to sign up for library cards, borrow books, and more!
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Reading Glasses
Wed, Jun 03, 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).
Foundation Building Church - Life principles
Wed, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Weekly session on various topics from the Foundation Building Church. For additional information contact Eric Beda at foundationbuilding.church@gmail.com.
Be Ingenious Workshop
Wed, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
Try your hand at a simple crafting project in the Engine! Please note, this workshop is offered twice a month. The projects are the same for both workshops, please only register for one a month.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Thu, Jun 04, 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.
Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights
Thu, Jun 04, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Katie's Korner on the Library Lawn,Library Lawn
Music & entertainment performances are every Thursday in June and July. Each week brings something new, family-friendly, and free! Sounds & Sights is a non-library program run by CACC.
Summer Reading Kickoff - Unearth A Story
Fri, Jun 05, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Chelsea District Library - 1st Floor Youth Area,Katie's Korner on the Library Lawn,Kidspot,Library Lawn,Library Lobby,McKune Room
School is out and Summer Reading is in! Celebrate on the Librayr Lawn at our annual kickoff with crafts, activities, and delicious ice cream. This year's theme is Unearth A Story!
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Fri, Jun 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.
Be Ingenious Workshop
Sat, Jun 06, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
Try your hand at a simple crafting project in the Engine! Please note, this workshop is offered twice a month. The projects are the same for both workshops, please only register for one a month.
Mobile CDL @ Silver Maples - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Jun 08, 11:00am - 11:45am
Silver Maples
Mobee, CDL's bookmobile, is on the road! Come see us at any of our weekly stops to sign up for library cards, borrow books, and more!
Summer LEGO® Club
Mon, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Kids ages 3-11 can play and build with our giant collection of bricks!
Mobile CDL @ CRC Dancey House - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Jun 08, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Dancey House
Mobee, CDL's bookmobile, is on the road! Come see us at any of our weekly stops to sign up for library cards, borrow books, and more!
A Sew Helpful Place - Sewing Help in the IE!
Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Ingenuity Engine
Need a hand with a tricky sewing project? Want to learn a bit about mending clothes? Want to start a project but don't know how? Join us for help from our volunteer sewist!
Babytime
Tue, Jun 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.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Tue, Jun 09, 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, Jun 09, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
The Pines
Mobee, CDL's bookmobile, is on the road! Come see us at any of our weekly stops to sign up for library cards, borrow books, and more!
Friends Meeting
Tue, Jun 09, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Large Study Room
Monthly meeting of the Friends of CDL.
Oddities and Rarities - with Michigan Back Roads
Tue, Jun 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Join us and Ron Rademacher to uncover all sorts of strange places in Michigan.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Wed, Jun 10, 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.
Wild Wednesdays - Leslie Science Center: Living Fossils
Wed, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn about evolutionary traits with the Leslie Science Center! Best for kids ages 6-11
Wild Wednesdays - Leslie Science Center: Living Fossils
Wed, Jun 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Learn about evolutionary traits with the Leslie Science Center! Best for kids ages 6-11
Books & Banter Book Club - Meets 2nd Wednesdays
Wed, Jun 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Large Study Room
CDL's fun daytime book discussion group!
Foundation Building Church - Life principles
Wed, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Weekly session on various topics from the Foundation Building Church. For additional information contact Eric Beda at foundationbuilding.church@gmail.com.
Thrilling Thursdays - Worms, Slugs, and Mud!
Thu, Jun 11, 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, Jun 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.
Teen Summer Thursdays - Frankentoys VII: Re-DUCK-Oration
Thu, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Quack quack quack, Mr. Ducksworth!
Friends Used Purse & Jewelry Sale - Fundraising sale by the Friends of CDL
Thu, Jun 11, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library - Reading Garden
Find the perfect new-to-you accessories and support the Friends of CDL!
Mobee @ Sounds & Sights - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Thu, Jun 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Middle Street
Mobee is heading to Middle Street!
Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights
Thu, Jun 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Katie's Korner on the Library Lawn,Library Lawn
Music & entertainment performances are every Thursday in June and July. Each week brings something new, family-friendly, and free! Sounds & Sights is a non-library program run by CACC.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Fri, Jun 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.
Friends Used Book Sale
Sat, Jun 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.
Mobee Mondays at the Park - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Jun 15, 9:30am - 10:15am
TimberTown
Come see us to sign up for (or renew) library cards, borrow books, and more!
Mobile CDL @ Silver Maples - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 11:45am
Silver Maples
Mobee, CDL's bookmobile, is on the road! Come see us at any of our weekly stops to sign up for library cards, borrow books, and more!
Mobile CDL @ CRC Dancey House - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Mon, Jun 15, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Dancey House
Mobee, CDL's bookmobile, is on the road! Come see us at any of our weekly stops to sign up for library cards, borrow books, and more!
Babytime
Tue, Jun 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.
Wild Wednesday - Dinosuar Day w/ PaleoJoe
Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Join us for a fun afternoon of fossils with Paleontologist, Author, and Storyteller PaleoJoe! 
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Tue, Jun 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.
Mobile CDL @ The Pines - Driven to Engage, Inspire, Equip!
Tue, Jun 16, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
The Pines
Mobee, CDL's bookmobile, is on the road! Come see us at any of our weekly stops to sign up for library cards, borrow books, and more!
CDL Board Meeting
Tue, Jun 16, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Monthly Library Board Meeting
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Wed, Jun 17, 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.
Foundation Building Church - Life principles
Wed, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Weekly session on various topics from the Foundation Building Church. For additional information contact Eric Beda at foundationbuilding.church@gmail.com.
Thrilling Thursdays - Yoga Storytime
Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:15am
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Super special storytimes, guests, and activities just right for little ones ages 2-6!
Teen Summer Thursdays - Friendship By Heather
Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Chelsea District Library - McKune Room
Make friendship and charm bracelets with special guest Heather, owner of Friendship by Heather.
Registration opens Saturday, May 30 2026 at 9:30am
Read to the Library Dog - Read with Clarisse
Thu, Jun 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.
Community Social Worker Walk In Hours - Emilee Fetters
Thu, Jun 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.
Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights
Thu, Jun 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Chelsea District Library - Katie's Korner on the Library Lawn,Library Lawn
Music & entertainment performances are every Thursday in June and July. Each week brings something new, family-friendly, and free! Sounds & Sights is a non-library program run by CACC.
Library Closed
Fri, Jun 19, All day
Chelsea District Library
The library closes on board-approved days for holidays, staff training, and system maintenance. Our digital services like Hoopla, Libby, and Kanopy are available 365 days of the year!
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