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Proudly serving Ypsilanti, Michigan since 1868.
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Cancelling tomorrow's Houseplants workshop due to dangerously cold temps. Keep your plants (and yourselves) warm! 🌿❄️
January 24, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Today's all-ages CircuitLab program has been cancelled. Stay warm out there! ❄️
January 24, 2026 at 4:22 PM
We're postponing tomorrow's Make-it, Take-it Reading Kit event; it's too cold for our littlest library friends! New date TBA. Stay warm! ❄️
January 23, 2026 at 5:25 PM
Need a place to warm up? We've got heat, books, and (at YDL-Superior and YDL-Whittaker) literal fireplaces. 🔥 Stay as long as you need.
January 23, 2026 at 2:43 PM
TONIGHT: Join Jean Winborn (YDL Board Member and WAAGS co-founder) to learn how to trace your family's story 🗂️ Navigate online databases, organize your research, and preserve what you find.

6:30pm | YDL-Superior | 1900 Harris Rd | Free and open to all
January 22, 2026 at 5:22 PM
The Bookmobile is in the shop due to mechanical issues and will be off the road tonight. We're working to get it back up and running as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding! 🔧
January 21, 2026 at 5:47 PM
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I want to hear from every member of the community when we draft our strategic plan this year! Tell us what we do well, and where we need more focus. I need to hear every little niche gripe you have and how we can support your special interest!
Want the full picture of where we've been? Our current plan is live at ypsilibrary.org/about/connect/strategic-plan. Last time, the community asked for a social worker, and we delivered. Stay tuned; we'll be asking the community for feedback on our new plan!
Strategic Plan - Ypsilanti District Library
YDL's ambitious and exciting 2017 Strategic Plan will drive library improvements and new community collaborations over five years.
ypsilibrary.org
January 21, 2026 at 3:54 PM
Still plenty of time to catch this week's kids events! Writing workshops with 826 Michigan, STEM careers exploration, read to Quinn the Library Dog, Teen Book Club, circuit building, make your own reading kit, and more. Complete details at ypsilibrary.org/events.
January 20, 2026 at 10:03 PM
Our Bookmobile is temporarily out of service for mechanical repairs. 🔧 We're working to get it back on the road and serving the community ASAP. In the meantime, please visit us at any of our branches or use our digital services. Questions? Call 734-482-4110 x1316 or email [email protected].
January 20, 2026 at 3:26 PM
At their best, libraries embody what Dr. King fought for: spaces that are open to all, where belonging isn't conditional, and where barriers are removed rather than reinforced.

We're grateful to work in a community that challenges us to live up to these values. Happy MLK Day from everyone at YDL.🖤
January 19, 2026 at 10:26 PM
YDL has big plans for 2026! Check out Community Relations Coordinator Sam Killian's interview with WEMU to learn more about our upcoming strategic plan.
January 19, 2026 at 5:58 PM
Start the week with purpose ✨ Join us for an MLK Day service project Monday, then explore everything from fiber crafts to Canva tutorials throughout the week. Full lineup at ypsilibrary.org/events.
January 19, 2026 at 1:46 AM
Spend MLK Day with the library! Start the day with KinderConcerts with the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra (10am or 11am at YDL-Whittaker), then spend the afternoon honoring Dr. King's legacy through service and reflection.
January 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM
HAPPENING TODAY! ❄️ Wilderness expert Rodney Cole is back at Whittaker to teach teens essential winter survival skills. Fire-building, shelter, cold weather safety--the works.

🔥 Free, no registration needed. 3:30pm at YDL-Whittaker, Ages 10-16
January 17, 2026 at 3:46 PM
Ready to be a candy sushi chef? 🍣🍬 SATURDAY from 2-4pm at our downtown branch, kids can create their own sweet sushi rolls using Rice Krispies, gummy candies, and tons of yummy toppings! We'll bring the supplies, just show up ready to build, create, and taste your delicious masterpieces!
January 17, 2026 at 1:17 AM
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Lower Mitten folks!
Books on books on books on books! 📚 The Friends of YDL sale is in full swing at our Whittaker branch. All proceeds support our library programming, so you're basically doing a good deed AND filling your TBR. Win-win!

TODAY: 11am-5pm
SATURDAY: 11am-3pm
SUNDAY: 1-3pm
January 16, 2026 at 2:35 PM
Books on books on books on books! 📚 The Friends of YDL sale is in full swing at our Whittaker branch. All proceeds support our library programming, so you're basically doing a good deed AND filling your TBR. Win-win!

TODAY: 11am-5pm
SATURDAY: 11am-3pm
SUNDAY: 1-3pm
January 16, 2026 at 2:23 PM
She means well 💙
January 15, 2026 at 7:52 PM
The Bookmobile is off the road today (Thursday, Jan 15) due to icy conditions, but all of our library branches are now back open! The Bookmobile will be back to its regular route on Monday. Questions? Call 734-482-4110 x1316 or email [email protected]
January 15, 2026 at 6:04 PM
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Stay safe and remember that Hoopla and Libby are still open!
UPDATE: YDL buildings will open at 1pm today due to the weather conditions.
January 15, 2026 at 2:40 PM
UPDATE: YDL buildings will open at 1pm today due to the weather conditions.
January 15, 2026 at 1:13 PM
The digital drought is over! 🎉 Our catalog and online resources are back up and running. Sorry for the inconvenience, and thank you for your patience while we waited out the regional outage.
January 14, 2026 at 8:41 PM
Safety first! 🚍❄️ The Bookmobile is staying parked tonight due to icy road conditions. Questions? Call 734-482-4110 x1316 or email [email protected]
January 14, 2026 at 7:57 PM
We're experiencing a regional outage affecting our digital resources and catalog. We'll keep you posted as we learn more. Thank you your patience! 🙏
January 14, 2026 at 3:05 PM
The Friends of YDL Book Sale starts THURSDAY at the Whittaker branch. 📚 Hardcovers are $1, mass market paperbacks are 50¢, and kids books are 25¢! Friends of YDL members get first pick on Thursday. (Memberships start at $10 and you can join at the door!)
January 14, 2026 at 1:23 AM