Fall 2023 Storytimes

 Burnette Branch, Busch Branch, Civic Center Library, Miller Branch, Programs, Storytime
Aug 312023
 

Registration is open for our fall 2023 storytime sessions! Warren residents will be accepted first. This fall we will have the following seven-week sessions beginning the week of September 10th:

  • Baby Lapsit for children up to 12 months (with parent or caregiver). Join us for this special storytime for infants. There will be stories, rhymes, songs, and chance to play and meet other parents.
    • Miller Branch Library on Wednesdays at 2 pm. Register online or call 586.751.5377.
  • Book Tots for children 1 to 2 ½ years (with parent or caregiver). This fun and interactive storytime for the young toddlers will include stories, songs, and movement. There will also be a time for play and simple crafts
    • Miller Branch Library on Fridays at 10 am. Register online or call 586.751.5377.
  • Toddler Storytime for children 2 to 3 years (with parent or caregiver) includes stories, songs, rhymes, and a craft.
    • Civic Center Library on Thursdays at 9:30 am, or Thursdays at 11 am. Register online for 9:30 am or 11 am or call 586.751.0770.
  • Preschool Storytime for children 3½ to 5 years (with a parent or caregiver). Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and a craft.
    • Civic Center Library on Tuesdays at 10 am. Register online or call 586.751.0770.
  • Family Storytime is a storytime for the whole family. We’ll have stories, songs, rhymes, and a craft. Children of all ages are welcome to attend, but stories are chosen for ages 4 to 8.
    • Busch Branch Library on Mondays at 6:30 pm. Register online or call 586.353.0580.
  • Burnette Branch Storytime for children ages 3-9 (with a parent or caregiver). Join us for stories, songs rhymes, and a craft.
    • Bring your teddy bear or other stuffed animal for Teddy Bear Storytime on Saturday, September 9 at 2:00 pm. Register online or call 586.353.0579.
  • PJ Storytime for children ages 3-9 (with a parent or caregiver). Wear your jammies for a bedtime storytime with stories, songs, and a craft.
    • Civic Center Library on Wednesday, September 27 at 6:00 pm. Register online or call 586.751.0770.

High Times in the Dry Times

 Adults, Miller Branch, Programs
Aug 162023
 

Thursday, August 17, 2023, 6:00 pm, Arthur Miller Branch

Take a step back in time with storyteller Lois Sprengnether Keel for an interactive look at Prohibition in the Detroit metropolitan area and how our two-year head start led Michigan to provide 3/4 of the smuggled alcohol during national Prohibition.

1920s attire is encouraged!

Registration is requested but drop-ins are welcome for this program. Register online or by phone at 586.751.0700.

Friends of the Library Used Book Sale

 Books, Friends of the Warren Public Library, Miller Branch
Aug 042023
 

Saturday, August 5, 2023, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, Arthur Miller Branch

Looking to expand your home library? Seeking amazing deals on books? Look no further! Make your way to the Miller Branch Library on Saturday, August 5 for the Friends of the Library Used Book sale. Discover a wide selection of books, including DVDs and CDs, all at unbeatable prices. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enrich your collection and support your local library.

  • Cookbooks – $1.00 – $2.00
  • Children’s Books – $.25 – $.50
  • Adult Hardcovers – $2.00
  • Trade Paperbacks – $1.00
  • DVDs – $1.00
  • CDs – $.50
  • Paperbacks – $.50

We hope to see you there and appreciate your support of the Friends!

Gro-Town Seeds Now Available

 Burnette Branch, Busch Branch, Children, Civic Center Library, Miller Branch
Apr 182023
 

Civic Center, Arthur Miller Branch, Dorothy Busch Branch, Maybelle Burnette Branch

Children ages 3-9 can stop by any Warren Public Library branch to pick up seeds to plant vegetables or flowers in their gardens at home. Seeds provided by a generous donation from Gro-Town. (While supplies last, child must be present).

Juneteenth

 Adults, Miller Branch, Programs
Jun 012023
 

Thursday, June 8, 2023, 6:00 pm, Arthur Miller Branch

Did you know Juneteenth is the oldest known holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the US?

Join Professor of African-American Studies Kefentse Chike, Ph.D., of Wayne State University at the Miller Library on Thursday, June 8 at 6 pm. Dr. Chike will give an engaging presentation of the historical context and significance of Juneteenth.

Registration is requested but drop-ins are welcome for this program. Register online or by phone at 586.751.0700.

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