The Dexter District Library offers a variety of youth programs including Story Times, book clubs, STEM events, and craft programs. Some programs may require registration. Please read the program description carefully when registering for an event.
FALL STORY TIMES
Drop-In Story Times at the Library
Combined Story Time on Monday & Thursday mornings at 11:00 am
Toddler Story Time on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 am
Preschool Story Time on Tuesday mornings at 11:00 am
September 22 – November 13
Lower Level Large Meeting Room
No registration required
Combined Story Time for ages 5 & under will be held on Monday and Thursday mornings at 11:00 am.
Toddler Story Time for children 18 months to 3 years of age will be held on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 am.
Preschool Story Time for children 3 to 5 years of age will be held on Tuesday mornings at 11:00 am.
Children under 18 months may attend, however books and activities are geared for toddlers and preschoolers. Infants are welcome at story times with their siblings. Parents or caregivers are required to attend. Each program lasts approximately 30 minutes.
Our story times include picture, pop-up and interactive books, flannel-board stories, songs, puppets, finger plays and other activities that encourage a love of reading.
Registered Small Group Story Times
Toddler Small Group Story Time on Wednesday mornings at 10:00 am
Preschool Fall Story Time on Wednesday mornings at 11:00 am
September 24 – November 12
First Floor Youth Program Room
Registration required and begins on Wednesday, September 10
Registration is required for Toddler Small Group Story Time and Preschool Small Group Story Time as space is limited. Parents or caregivers of children may register on our website through our calendar of events or by calling 734-426-4477. Children may only be registered for one 8-week session. Registration will be on a first come first served basis.
Toddler Small Group Story Time for children 18 months to 3 years of age will be held on Wednesday mornings at 10:00 am.
Preschool Small Group Story Time for children 3 to 5 years of age will be held on Wednesday mornings at 11:00 am.
Children under 18 months may attend, however books and activities are geared for toddlers and preschoolers. Infants are welcome at story times with their siblings. Parents or caregivers are required to attend. Each program lasts approximately 30 minutes.
Our story times include picture, pop-up and interactive books, flannel-board stories, songs, puppets, finger plays and other activities that encourage a love of reading.
SEPTEMBER
Super Stories Book Club
Tuesday, September 9
4:30 – 5:15 pm
For Young Fives and Kindergartners
Registration begins Tuesday, August 12
This is a story and craft program for kids transitioning out of story time and into book club. Adults should attend this program with their child. Each month Miss Ruth will read books related to a theme and then the kids will do a theme related craft or activity. The September theme is Dragons. Registration is required.
Chess Club
Wednesday, September 10
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Children and Teens
Registration begins Wednesday, August 13
If you enjoy playing chess, join us for our monthly chess games this fall. Compete in tournament-style play or a casual game and improve your skills. All kids and teens with at least a basic knowledge of chess gameplay are welcome to attend. Chess sets will be provided by the Library to use during Chess Club. Registration is required.
Club Create Book Club
Thursday, September 11
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Grades 1 – 2
Registration begins Thursday, August 14
Club Create is an independent book club for first and second graders. Each month Ms. Krista will read longer picture books centered on a theme and the group will participate in activities and crafts related to the theme. The September theme is School. Registration is required.
KinderConcert!
Saturday, September 13
12:00 pm – 12:30 pm
Ages 5 and under
Drop-In Program
Children ages five and younger and their caregivers will find that music comes alive during this 30-minute concert. Don’t worry about wiggly tots sitting still for a concert – they will be encouraged to dance and move while listening to the music, hearing a story being told with musical accompaniment and learning about a special orchestral instrument. Members of the A2SO lead children on a guided introduction to the instruments of the orchestra. Registration is not required.
All Star Readers Book Club
Thursday, September 18
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grades 3 – 4
Registration begins Thursday, August 21
All Star Readers is an independent book club for third and fourth graders. Each month we will play an icebreaker game, have a book discussion, and do an activity related to the book we discuss. Books will be available to pick up at the library after you register. Our September book will be World According to Humphrey by Betty G. Birney. Registration is required.
Makerspace
Thursday, September 25
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grades K – 8
Drop-In Program
Make, build, craft and explore. Participate in a variety of open-ended activities. We supply the materials and you supply the imagination. Registration is not required.
Drop-in Fall Crafts
Saturday, September 27
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Children of all ages
Drop-In Program
Celebrate the autumn season by making a variety of seasonal crafts including a fall leaf wind chime. Registration is not required.
Lego Club
Tuesday, September 30
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grades K – 8
Drop-In Program
Kids in grades K through 8 are invited to spend an afternoon making their own Lego creations while visiting with old friends and making new ones. Everyone is welcome – Legos will be provided by the Library. Registration is not required.
OCTOBER
Super Stories Book Club
Tuesday, October 7
4:30 – 5:15 pm
For Young Fives and Kindergartners
Registration begins Tuesday, September 9
This is a story and craft program for kids transitioning out of story time and into book club. Adults should attend this program with their child. Each month Miss Ruth will read books related to a theme and then the kids will do a theme related craft or activity. The October theme is Nocturnal Animals. Registration is required.
Chess Club
Wednesday, October 8
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Children and Teens
Registration begins Wednesday, September 10
If you enjoy playing chess, join us for our monthly chess games this fall. Compete in tournament-style play or a casual game and improve your skills. All kids and teens with at least a basic knowledge of chess gameplay are welcome to attend. Chess sets will be provided by the Library to use during Chess Club. Registration is required.
Club Create Book Club
Thursday, October 9
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Grades 1 – 2
Registration begins Thursday, September 11
Club Create is an independent book club for first and second graders. Each month Ms. Krista will read longer picture books centered on a theme and the group will participate in activities and crafts related to the theme. The October theme is Monsters. Registration is required.
Preschool Makerspace
Friday, October 10
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Ages 5 and under
Drop-In Program
Make, try, create and play at the Library. Young children will explore a variety of stations with open-ended creative activities designed to encourage early learning. Children need an active adult partner to help them. Registration is not required.
Drop-in Spooky Crafts
Tuesday, October 14
2:30 – 3:30 pm
Children of all ages
Drop-in and create seasonal crafts inspired by spooky things that go bump in the night. Registration is not required.
All Star Readers Book Club
Thursday, October 16
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grades 3 – 4
Registration begins Thursday, September 18
All Star Readers is an independent book club for third and fourth graders. Each month we will play an icebreaker game, have a book discussion, and do an activity related to the book we discuss. Books will be available to pick up at the library after you register. Our October book will be Donut the Destroyer by Sarah Graley & Stef Purenins. Registration is required.
Storybook Tales with Bright Star Touring Theatre
Saturday, October 18
11:00 am – 11:45 am
Children of all ages
Drop-In Program
Whether it’s dashing through the streets of Gepetto’s Italian village, or romping through the enchanted forest with Hansel & Gretel, comic duo Lenny and Mabel, “The Greatest Actors In The World” are sure to delight in this fun collection of stories. Join Lenny and Mabel as they bring their traveling show featuring Gepetto and his little wooden boy Pinocchio. Learn lessons of responsibility and parental love as Pinocchio struggles to become real. Then travel to Germany with Hansel & Gretel! These tales are sure to delight any young audience, or anyone who is young at heart. Registration is not required.
Makerspace
Thursday, October 23
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grades K – 8
Drop-In Program
Make, build, craft and explore. Participate in a variety of open-ended activities. We supply the materials and you supply the imagination. Registration is not required.
Drop-In Halloween Story Time and Craft
Saturday, October 25
11:00 am – 11:30 am
Ages 5 and under
Join us for a fun Halloween story time filled with spooky books, songs, and flannel board fun! Geared for children ages five and under but everyone is welcome. A simple craft will follow the story time. Registration is not required.
NOVEMBER
Lego Club
Tuesday, November 4
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grades K – 8
Drop-In Program
Kids in grades K through 8 are invited to spend an afternoon making their own Lego creations while visiting with old friends and making new ones. Everyone is welcome – Legos will be provided by the Library. Registration is not required.
Chess Club
Wednesday, November 5
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Children and Teens
Registration begins Wednesday, October 8
If you enjoy playing chess, join us for our monthly chess games this fall. Compete in tournament-style play or a casual game and improve your skills. All kids and teens with at least a basic knowledge of chess gameplay are welcome to attend. Chess sets will be provided by the Library to use during Chess Club. Registration is required.
Drop-in Nutcracker Crafts
Thursday, November 6
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Children of all ages
Drop-in and create Nutcracker crafts to decorate your home. Registration is not required.
Ballet Story Time and Preview Performance
Saturday, November 8
11:00 am – 11:45 am
Children of all ages
Drop-In Program
Join us for a special Ballet Story Time and then watch Ballet Chelsea, who will share a preview of their winter ballet, The Nutcracker. We’ll begin with a short story time, followed by dancers performing parts of their show while in costume. Registration is not required.
Super Stories Book Club
Tuesday, November 11
4:30 – 5:15 pm
For Young Fives and Kindergartners
Registration begins Tuesday, October 7
This is a story and craft program for kids transitioning out of story time and into book club. Adults should attend this program with their child. Each month Miss Ruth will read books related to a theme and then the kids will do a theme related craft or activity. The November theme is Fall. Registration is required.
Club Create Book Club
Thursday, November 13
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Grades 1 – 2
Registration begins Thursday, October 9
Club Create is an independent book club for first and second graders. Each month Ms. Krista will read longer picture books centered on a theme and the group will participate in activities and crafts related to the theme. The November theme is Food. Registration is required.
All Star Readers Book Club
Thursday, November 20
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grades 3 – 4
Registration begins Thursday, October 16
All Star Readers is an independent book club for third and fourth graders. Each month we will play an icebreaker game, have a book discussion, and do an activity related to the book we discuss. Books will be available to pick up at the library after you register. Our November book will be I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic by Lauren Tarshis. Registration is required.
Drop-In Thanksgiving Story Time and Craft
Saturday, November 22
11:00 am – 11:30 am
Ages 5 and under
Join us for this seasonal story time celebrating Thanksgiving, food, and families. Geared for children ages five and under but everyone is welcome. A simple craft will follow the story time. Registration is not required
Make Your Own Craft Bag for Thanksgiving Break
Monday, November 24
4:30 – 5:30 pm
For kids of all ages
Drop-In Program
Drop-in and put together your own craft and activity bag to take with you on your travels or use at home during the holiday break. Registration is not required
Makerspace
Thursday, November 29
11:00 am – 12:0 pm
Grades K – 8
Drop-In Program
Make, build, craft and explore. Participate in a variety of open-ended activities. We supply the materials and you supply the imagination. Registration is not required.
DECEMBER
Lego Club
Tuesday, December 2
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grades K – 8
Drop-In Program
Kids in grades K through 8 are invited to spend an afternoon making their own Lego creations while visiting with old friends and making new ones. Everyone is welcome – Legos will be provided by the Library. Registration is not required.
Chess Club
Wednesday, December 3
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Children and Teens
Registration begins Wednesday, November 5
If you enjoy playing chess, join us for our monthly chess games this fall. Compete in tournament-style play or a casual game and improve your skills. All kids and teens with at least a basic knowledge of chess gameplay are welcome to attend. Chess sets will be provided by the Library to use during Chess Club. Registration is required.
Super Stories Book Club
Tuesday, December 9
4:30 – 5:15 pm
For Young Fives and Kindergartners
Registration begins Tuesday, November 11
This is a story and craft program for kids transitioning out of story time and into book club. Adults should attend this program with their child. Each month Miss Ruth will read books related to a theme and then the kids will do a theme related craft or activity. The December theme is Food. Registration is required.