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Saturday, June 1st, 2013

Come hear traditional Asian folktales with storyteller Ming Louie!  

Storytelling by Ming Louie: 2-3 pm
Family Storytelling Workshop: 3:30-5 pm

All ages welcome. 

No registration required.

Wednesdays (May 1st to June 5th)

Toddler Storytime (10:30 - 11:00 AM)

Join us for stories and songs for toddlers ages 2 & 3.

Preschool Storytime (6:00 - 6:45 PM)

An hour of stories, songs, and crafts for kids ages 4 & 5.

No registration required.

*Parents/caregivers must remain with their children.

Thursday, June  6th, 2013

6:00 - 7:00 PM

This is a book club for kids in Kindergarten and 1st grade. Every month on the first Thursday we'll meet to discuss a book and do an activity. You can pick up a copy of the book at the library.  We'll meet in the Story Hour Room in the Children's Area. 

No registration required.

Thursday, June 13th, 2013

6:30 - 7:30 PM

Find new books to read and discuss in this fun book club for kids in grades 2 and 3. Pick up copies of the book at the library.  We'll meet in the Story Hour Room in the Children's Area.

No registration required.

Saturday, June 15th, 2013

1:00 - 2:30 pm

Come enjoy a scoop of dreamy ice cream from Treat Dreams and sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge!

All ages welcome.

No registration required.

Thursday, June 20th, 2013

6:30pm - 7:30 PM

Find new books to read and discuss in this fun book club for kids in grades 4 and 5. Pick up copies of the book at the library.  We'll meet in the Story Hour Room in the Children's Area.

No registration required.

Saturday, June 22nd, 2013

2:00 - 3:00 pm

They bring the scraps, you make the art! Join us for a journal-making workshop for kids in grades kindergarten through 5th grade. Registration is required and begins June 15th. Call the library at 248-546-2504 or visit the Children's Desk to register.

Thursday, June 27th, 2013

6:30 -7:30 pm

Join us for a monthly book discussion. Everyone in grades 6-8 is welcome. Pick up a copy of the book at the library. We'll meet in the Story Hour Room in the Children's Area.

No registration required.

Saturday, June 29th, 2013

2:00 pm

Want to see a baby alligator? Join us for a live animal show with Animal Encounters!

All ages welcome. 

No registration required.

Saturday, July 6th, 2013

12:00 pm

Saturday, July 13th, 2013

2:00 pm

Learn a whole host of new and exciting board and card games!

Children under 12 should be
accompanied by an adult.

No registration required.

Saturday, July 20th, 2013

2:00 pm

DanceAbility instructor Cara Graninger will guide children with special needs and various abilities through a series of movements to promote body awareness and acceptance.

No registration required.

Saturday, July 27th, 2013

2:00 pm

Join us at the library as teachers from Detroit Waldorf School lead us in a fun hour of stories and music.

All ages.

No registration required.

Saturday, August 3rd, 2013

12:00 pm

Celebrate science with Ferndale Public Library and the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum! Activities include measurement, magnets, animal adaptations, mixing colors and more.

All ages welcome. 

Registration is required. 

The library staff has compiled lists of recommended books to read for a variety of ages. Print copies of these booklists are available in the Youth Area of the library. This area also includes links to websites related to children's books.

Need help with your homework? Why not try out some of these resources including databases and websites designed to help you complete your projects, essays, and assignments.

Some fun websites for kids.

Check here for some parent related links for play groups, websites, etc.

Ferndale Public Library welcomes children, caregivers, classes and groups to the library for programs, tours and special events. Please call ahead if you have a large group.

Check the Event Calendar or the library's Facebook Kids Events page for details about each program, or call us at the Children's Desk at 248-546-2504.