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Free Senior Trip to the Detroit Institute of Arts

 Civic Center Library, Seniors
Apr 242024
 

Thursday, May 30, 2024, 12:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Calling all seniors aged 55 and up! Join us for a memorable day trip to the Detroit Institute of Arts.

Hop on our FREE shuttle for an afternoon filled with soulful tunes and cultural exploration featuring a musical performance by G-Note 7 performing iconic Motown classics from the 1960s and 1970s and a self-guided museum tour. Dive into the world of art with a  stroll through the museum’s incredible exhibits!

  • Pick-up/Drop-Off Location: Front of Warren City Hall (One City Square, Warren, MI, 48093). There is free parking in the parking structure adjacent to City Hall as well as the streets surrounding City Hall.
  • Pick-Up Time at City Hall: 12:15 pm – Please plan to arrive at City Hall no later that 12:00 pm.
  • Estimated Arrival Time at DIA: 1:00 pm
  • Musical Performance: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Self-Guided Visit: 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
  • Departure from the DIA: 3:00 pm
  • Return to City Hall: 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Limited space is available. To secure your spot, please call the Civic Center Library at 586.751.0770. Reservations will be honored on a first-come, first-served basis, with preference given to Warren residents first.

Hoopla, Freegal, and More

 Adults, Busch Branch, Databases, eResources
Apr 092024
 

Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 6:00 pm, Busch Branch Library

Unlock the potential of your library card! Learn how you can get eBooks, eAudiobooks, music, movies, and more with hoopla, our latest eResource. We will also discuss other resources including digital music service Freegal and other resources, such as Mango Languages!

Register online or call 586-353-0580. Space is limited.

Preserving Your History

 Adults, Civic Center Library, Programs, Seniors
Feb 092024
 

Tuesday, February 13, 2024, 6:00 pm, Civic Center Library

Ever wondered why saving bits and pieces of your past matters? Dive into the magic of preserving memories and stories for generations to come. From cherished family recipes to precious photographs and treasured letters, every piece holds a story waiting to be shared.

Join us in exploring the art of preservation: What to save, why it’s essential, and how to do it best! Plus, don’t miss out on our exciting new oral history and digital archive program at the library, where your tales can find a forever home.

Register online or call 586.751.0770.

Arthur Miller Branch Open House

 Miller Branch
Jan 042024
 

Friday, January 12, 2024, 5:30-7:30 pm, Arthur Miller Branch

We are happy to announce that we will be hosting an open house on Friday, January 12 to show some of the new improvements at the Arthur Miller Branch Library, including two new study rooms, an exterior electronic sign, and a newly painted interior. We hope you will be able to attend this special after-hours event. We will be providing light refreshments and will have live entertainment. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Warren Public Library.

To RSVP please call 586.751.5377 or register online.

We look forward to seeing you and showing off the new look of the Miller Library!

Get to Know the Libby App and OverDrive

 Adults, Busch Branch, Databases, eResources, Programs, Technology
Jan 062024
 

Monday, January 8, 2024 6:00 pm, Dorothy Busch Branch

Do you have a smartphone, tablet, or Amazon Kindle? Have you heard about the Libby app, and need to know how it works? If so, plan on attending our Get to Know the Libby App and OverDrive class to discover how to take the library with you on your mobile device or home PC.

You will learn how easy it is to check out, read and listen to, and return eBooks and audiobooks from the library. You will never be stuck without a great read!

Register online or by calling the Busch Branch Library at 586.353.0580.

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