Baldwin Public Library

As we head into summer to "unearth" the past, let's take a look at the ancient art of Mesopotamia. Join Detroit Institute of Arts docent Kathleen McBroom for a presentation on the history and art of this ancient civilization through examples from this special collection at the DIA.
Tuesday, June 23 at 7pm. Virtual event, register at baldwinlib.org/calendar

Class of 2030...we spotted this sweet message for you outside the Library!

Join us next Monday, June 22 as we welcome Jennifer Ott of My Thyme Gardens for our Gardening for Pollinators event!
Jennifer will introduce practical, easy steps to create a garden that supports bees, butterflies, and birds. Learn why pollinators matter, how native plants play a critical role, and which simple changes can transform your landscape into thriving habitat.
7pm, in-person or virtual. Register at baldwinlib.org/calendar for your seat or the Zoom link!

Please be reminded that BPL will be closed Friday, June 19 for Juneteenth. Electronic resources will remain available at baldwinlib.org. Library hours are scheduled to resume on Saturday, June 20 at 9:30am.

Don't miss your chance to create a mini Jurassic jungle with real plants to take home at our Dinosaur Gardens event, coming up Thursday, June 18 at 7pm. Open to grades 7-12. All supplies provided. Register at baldwinlib.org/calendar

Get a behind the scenes look at the library with Director Rebekah Craft at her tour on Wednesday, June 17! Meet at 11am in the Atrium to hear about new services and programs, acquire a little BPL history, get a sneak peek into staff areas, and learn more about how items come to be a part of our collection.

Today's the day! Join us from 3-5pm at the Library for the official kickoff event for our summer reading program! Visit the ice cream truck, play games, and decorate the patio with chalk art. All ages welcome.

Can't make it today? You can sign up and track your reading at baldwinlib.org/summer-reading

Summer reading runs until August 7, and there is a challenge for everyone!

Wanted: detectives in grades 6-12 willing to help us solve a mystery! Fans of the board game Clue, or future detectives will have fun playing a life size version of the board game.
Register at baldwinlib.org/calendar; Wednesday, June 17 at 6pm

A few spots still remain in this Saturday's Dungeons & Dragons session; snag one while you can! In this classic role-playing game, choose how your character interacts with the story, using dice to decide the outcome. All players are welcome to join, no experience necessary. Snacks will be provided.
June 13 at 1pm; open to grades 7-12. Register at baldwinlib.org/calendar.

Just two weeks until the next meeting of our Teen Culinary Club! Learn more about the art of cooking and baking as we launch a new format for this group, open to grades 7-12. June 24 at 4:30pm - register and see full details at baldwinlib.org/calendar