Winter-Spring PROGRAMS
MLK Day Family Storytime
Bring your children to the library to hear stories and songs, and make a wintry craft.
Monday, January 21 1:00 p.m.
Pre-School Storytime
Children aged 3-5 are invited to share fun stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Each storytime ends with a simple craft.
Mondays, 1:00 – 1:45 p.m.
Session 1: January 28 – February 25
Session 2: March 18 – April 22
Tot Time
Walking tots up to 3 yrs. old, and their caregivers, are invited to share stories, songs, and finger plays, followed by unstructured playtime.
Tuesdays, 11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Session 1: January 8 – February 12
Session 2: March 5 – April 23
Saturday Crafts
One Saturday each month, children ages 6 – 12 can drop in to do a fun craft. No registration necessary.
First Saturdays, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6
After School Explorers — Grades K-2
Kids in grades K-2 are invited to discover new things, have fun, make friends, and make crafts. Please pre-register.
Every other Tuesday, 4:00 – 4:45 p.m.
January 8, 22; February 5, 19; March 5, 19; April 9, 23
NEW! Young Librarians’ Club — Grades 3-6
We’ll have fun, learn libray skills, have scavenger hunts, read and play book bingo.
Twice a month on Tuesdays, 4:00 – 4:45 p.m.
January 15, 29; February 12, 26; March 12, 26; April 16, 30
Paws for Reading
Children of all ages can come to the library and read to a certified therapy dog. Drop in Thursdays after school (no registration necessary).
Thursdays, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
January 10 – May 30
PRIME TIME Family Reading
Join us for a reading experience for families with children aged 6-12. Adults and children will participate together; reading excellent books, discussing big ideas and learning tips for reading together at home. Questions about siblings or transportation to the library? Talk to a librarian. Pre-registration is required, in person or over the phone.
Mondays, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
February 4 – March 18
FAMILY NIGHTS
Please sign up for these programs in the Children’s Department, over the phone, or via the online Library Program Calendar.
“Minute to Win It” Family Game Night
Get crazy with your family and friends in this zany, fast and fun game night.
Tuesday, January 22, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Storyteller Mr. Ivory Williams
Celebrate Black History Month with a family fun night that promises to be an interactive, entertaining and educational storytelling presention. Watch him on Channel 7 in a story from 2011, here.
Tuesday, February 26, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Terry Murphy Band
Come to a musical night that will be fun for the whole family. The band’s focus is on folk and Celtic music, so you’ll be ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day after hearing them!
Wednesday, March 13, 6:30 p.m.
Lego Mania
Come one, come all. A Lego representative will be here to show you some cool new projects. Bring your own Legos too and build, build, build. Amaze your friends with your creations and get ideas for new ones. Large Duplo-style blocks are available at the library for younger children.
Tuesday, March 19, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Family Movie Night
During Spring Break, come to the library to watch Rise of the Guardians. Snacks will be provided and you can wear your pajamas if you want.
Tuesday, April 2, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Other Fun Stuff
McDonald’s Books and Backpacks
It’s easy! Every time you check out books, get your bookmark stamped (ask a librarian for a bookmark). After your bookmark is full (5 stamps), take it to McDonald’s for a free Happy Meal or Mighty Kids Meal. Repeat! Thanks to McDonald’s for this great promotion.
Birthday Book Club
Children ages birth to 5 can receive a free book and bag during the month of their birthday. Parents, just show your Harper Woods library card to a children’s librarian. Made possible by the Harper Woods School District and Friends of the Library. For questions or concerns regarding your child’s development, please contact The Harper Woods School District: Linda Kelly (313.245.5307) and Robin Barone (313.245.5309).
Harper Woods Public Library Kids' Page 
Are non- harper woods residents allowed to sign up for your summer programs?
Yes, you may. However, you do need a library card to check out materials or use the computers.
I am a local mother who brings her 2 year old son in 1-2 times a week for the childrens programs, I just want to say Thank You to everyone involved who makes this such a special experience for my son! He loves it each week and always looks forward to seeing Ms. Beth, Mr. Tucker and each of the children who also participate. He also loves the weekly ritual of checking out his videos and books at the counter. Thank You Harper Woods Public Library for providing my son this time of learnig and sharing.