December 2025 Events Booklet
Take a look at the digital version of the Detroit Public Library's December 2025 Events booklet. Find crafts, cookie decorating parties, storytimes and more to help you celebrate the holidays.
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Upcoming Events
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All Ages
Kwanzaa Celebration
December 27, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Redford Branch
Children/Family
Kid's Kwanzaa! Crafts & Stories
December 30, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Children's Library at Main
Children/Family
New Year's Party
December 30, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sherwood Forest Branch
MLK SPEAKS POSTER CONTEST
January 3, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Duffield Branch
All Ages
MLK Jr. Dream Wall at Wilder
January 3, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Wilder Branch
Teens/Young Adults
Vision Boards: Manifestation Station
January 3, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
HYPE Teen Center at Main
Adults
Cord Cutters
January 5, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Hubbard Branch
Adults
Everyday Tech Confidence
January 6, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Douglass Branch
Patents 101
January 6, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Main Library
Full STEAM Ahead Thursdays @ Duffield
January 8, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Duffield Branch
Adults
Tai Chi with Vernice
January 10, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Edison Branch
Children/Family
Teens/Young Adults
MLK Craft & Scavenger Hunt
January 13, 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sherwood Forest Branch
Children/Family
Storytime: Martin’s Big Words
January 13, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Franklin Branch
Children/Family
Super Storytime: Winter Session
January 14, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Bowen Branch
Adults
Community Doula Workshop Series
January 14, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Sherwood Forest Branch
Adults
All Ages
Lincoln Branch Celebrates MLK Day with Martin’s Wonderful Words
January 15, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Lincoln Branch
Adults
All Ages
History of Hats - Where Fashion Meets Function
January 15, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Detroit Main Library
Children/Family
MLK Day Crafts and Activities
January 17, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Bowen Branch
Cold Weather Emergency Shelter Resources
Call 866-313-2520 for emergency shelter assistance, operated 24-hours. All locations of the Detroit Public Library and all Detroit Recreation Centers are available to warm up in during open hours.
Learn MoreNeed Food Assistance?
Many local organizations are available to help individuals and
families facing food insecurity. For referrals to nearby food banks and
soup kitchens, contact the Library’s TIP Service at 313-481-1400 or call
Michigan’s Food & Other Resources Helpline at 888-544-8773.
2025 Holiday Display Case Competition
Take part in our 4th Annual "Holiday Windows at Main" Competition and vote for your favorite display case. Our library staff has crafted magical displays for the holiday season. Which one will take home first place?
Place Your VoteAuthor Series Events
The Detroit Public Library's Author Series Committee welcomes you to hear the voices behind the books at our in-person author talks.
View EventsFriday Concert Series
Check out our lineup for free, live music throughout the fall on Fridays at 4:00pm. Concerts take place in the Music Room on the third floor of the Main Library.
View ScheduleArt & Architecture Tours
Join for a guided tour of the art and architecture at the Main Library. Tours take place on the third Sunday of each month from October through May.
Learm MoreAfrican-American Booklist 2025
The Detroit Public Library has published its African American Booklist for more than 50 years. Read the 2025 booklist, Voices Heard: African American Young Adult Authors, online today!
Read the BooklistGrand Gesture in the DPL Galleria
The Detroit Public Library’s Galleria showcases artwork from local and national artists, offering a vibrant platform for diverse artistic expression. The Galleria's current exhibit is Grand Gesture, which celebrates the scale, energy, and emotion that emerge when artists think big.
Learn MoreLibrary Card Perks!
Your library card comes with a variety of exciting and useful perks! Enjoy free access to E-books through Hoopla and Libby, Full-Access to LinkedIn Learning, ABC Mouse for children and so much more. Check out the full list of perks here.
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