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.
SPRING 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
March 24 – May 8
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 Story Time
Toddler Small Group Story Time on Wednesday mornings at 10:00 am
Preschool Small Group Story Time on Wednesday mornings at 11:00 am
March 26 – May 7
First Floor Youth Program Room
Registration required and begins on Monday, March 3
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 7-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.
MARCH
St. Patrick’s Day Story Time
Saturday, March 1
11:00 – 11:30 am
Children of all ages
Drop-In Program
Join us for this special story time celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. Geared for children ages five and under but everyone is welcome. A simple craft will follow the story time. Registration is not required.
Lego Club
Tuesday, March 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, March 5
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Children and Teens
Registration begins Wednesday, February 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.
Preschool Makerspace
Friday, March 7
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.
Super Stories Book Club
Tuesday, March 11
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
For Young Fives and Kindergartners
Registration begins Tuesday, February 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 March theme is Dinosaurs. Registration is required.
Club Create Book Club
Thursday, March 13
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Grades 1 – 2
Registration begins Thursday, February 20
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 March theme is Leprechauns. Registration is required.
Make Your Own Spring Break Craft Bag
Wednesday, March 19
4:30 – 5:30 pm
Children 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 spring break. Registration is not required.
All Star Readers Book Club
Thursday, March 20
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grades 3 – 4
Registration begins Thursday, February 27
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 March book will be a graphic novel. Registration is required.
Creature Conservancy’s Live Animal Program for Grades K-4
Tuesday, March 25
Session 1 – 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
Session 2 – 2:15 pm – 3:00 pm
Grades K – 4
Registration required
School-aged children in grades K – 4 are invited to reserve a spot at one of the sessions to see live animals, such as a sloth or armadillo, up close. To minimize stress on the animals, the audience size will be limited and age restrictions will be observed. Any adults accompanying K-4th grade children must also register to reserve a spot. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, February 25.
Makerspace
Thursday, March 27
2:30 pm – 3:30 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.
Dog Man Party
Friday, March 28
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Children of all ages
Drop-In Program
Drop in and celebrate all things Dog Man! This Supa Awesome Party will include crafts, games, and activities inspired by your favorite Dav Pilkey character. Registration is not required
Drop-In Duck Decorating Craft
Saturday, March 29
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Grades K – 8
Drop-In Program
Join us at the Dexter District Library for a Drop-In Duck Decorating craft. Transform ordinary rubber ducks into imaginative creations. We’ll have a variety of art supplies so you can decorate your duck however you’d like! Registration is not required.
Movie & Popcorn for Kids
Moana 2 (PG – 2024)
Monday, March 31
1:00 pm – 2:45 pm
Children of all ages
Drop-In Program
Kids of all ages are invited to stop by the Library and watch Moana 2 (2024) on the big screen while enjoying a free bag of popcorn. Registration is not required.
“Moana 2” reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.
Rated PG – 100 minutes
APRIL
Lego Club
Tuesday, April 1
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, April 2
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Children and Teens
Registration begins Wednesday, March 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, April 8
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
For Young Fives and Kindergartners
Registration begins Tuesday, March 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 April theme is Spring. Registration is required.
Club Create Book Club
Thursday, April 10
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Grades 1 – 2
Registration begins Thursday, March 13
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 April theme is Spring. Registration is required.
Cotton Candy Science Show
Saturday, April 12
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Children of all ages
Drop-In Program
Check out the sweetest science show around and discover the delicious science of cotton candy. Learn how it’s made, who invented it, see some fun experiments done with this wonderful, sugary treat, and have an opportunity to try some at the end of the show. Children of all ages will enjoy this fascinating program. Registration is not required.
All Star Readers Book Club
Thursday, April 17
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grades 3 – 4
Registration begins Thursday, March 20
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 April book will be The Mouse and the Motorcycle by Beverly Cleary. Registration is required.
Makerspace
Thursday, April 24
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 Spring Crafts
Saturday, April 26
Children of all ages
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Drop-In Program
Celebrate the season by decorating a flower photo frame and creating a Cheerio bird feeder. Registration is not required
MAY
Lego Club
Tuesday, May 6
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, May 7
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Children and Teens
Registration begins Wednesday, April 2
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, May 8
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Grades 1 – 2
Registration begins Thursday, April 10
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 May theme is Flight. Registration is required.
KinderConcert!
Saturday, May 10
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.
Super Stories Book Club
Tuesday, May 13
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
For Young Fives and Kindergartners
Registration begins Tuesday, April 8
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 May theme is Transportation. Registration is required.
All Star Readers Book Club
Thursday, May 15
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grades 3 – 4
Registration begins Thursday, April 17
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 May book will be The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies. Registration is required.
Preschool Makerspace
Saturday, May 17
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.
Makerspace
Thursday, May 22
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.
Chess Club
Wednesday, June 4
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Children and Teens
Registration begins Wednesday, May 7
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, June 5
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Grades 1 – 2
Registration begins Thursday, May 8
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 June theme is Color Our World. Registration is required.
