Ann Arbor District Library

Hey friends! We’re no longer actively posting here on X. Keep up with us on Instagram at @aadlgram and Facebook/BlueSky at @aadl.org 👋🏼

@MarcGregor @MichiganDiscord Thanks we’d love to! When the book is printed, you can get it to any of our libraries to the attention of SARA WEDELL, DTN

A dear friend and massive IU fan (nobody's perfect) emailed me: "Just backed your kickstarter! (...) but I signed up for a local pickup of the copy. Please give the hard copy to someone of your choice" @aadl would you take his copy? (Suggest by @MichiganDiscord)

Free Ride Weekends with a valid @aadl or @YpsiLibrary card are back starting June 14! Learn details on riding our fixed-routes for FREE every Saturday and Sunday through August 24 at: bit.ly/4kqEX6Q.

@judy_banker band sounds fantastic at soundcheck. Show starts at 6:30 pm at our downtown library!

TONIGHT! 5/30 6:30-7:30 my whole band (John Sperendi, Dave Roof, Tony Pace, Jim Latini & Alan Pagliere) will be performing a free concert at the Ann Arbor District Library. Would love to have you join us! @aadl @a2pulp @loriastratton

Thank you @a2pulp! Looking forward to our show tomorrow 5/30, 6:30-7:30 at @aadl !

LAST CALL!! Apply by Sunday, June 1 to rent inexpensive retail space in the heart of Downtown!

All AADL locations will be closed for the day tomorrow, May 26. We will reopen at 10 AM on Tuesday, May 27. See you then!

2025 has brought many changes to the rights of LGBTQ people. Join Naomi Goldberg, director of a think tank focused on speeding equality for LGBTQ people, to learn about the state of equality locally & nationally. Thursday, June 5 at 6 PM Downtown. → aadl.org/node/640732

From June 16-21, join us at the Downtown Library for Japan Week, featuring art, music, hands on activities and more! Presented in partnership with @UMCJS Full schedule and details → aadl.org/japanweek

Drop your used toys and games at any AADL location through May 27, then join us at our swap to find something new to you! Sunday, June 1 at 10:30 AM at the Downtown Library. → aadl.org/node/638588

Join us for storytime and a hands-on art activity in partnership with Black Men Read! BMR will engage attendees by reading stories, asking questions, listening, and sharing their own personal experiences. Saturday, May 31 at 10:30 AM at Pittsfield. → aadl.org/node/637404

Woodlawn Cemetery has served as a resting place for 150+ African Americans whose lives were central to the history of Ypsilanti & Washtenaw County. Join our friends on Saturday, May 24 for a community project to help preserve and protect the cemetery. → bit.ly/4k6Ltzk

Join comic artist Kamron Reynolds for a comic workshop and concert! Learn the basics of building your own comic strip as Kool Ade Kam performs a handful of songs. Saturday, May 31 at 1 PM at the Downtown Library. → aadl.org/node/637477

Join Ann Arbor singer-songwriter @Judy_Banker and her band for a live show at AADL! The Americana band combines compelling lyrics with traditional country instruments for an unforgettable experience. Friday, May 30 at 6:30 PM at the Downtown Library. → aadl.org/node/635464

Coming up a week from Friday! @judy_banker Band @aadl Free show! Event info: aadl.org/node/635464

Imagine a dream library without worrying about location, money, HVAC systems, or reality in general! It's your dream—anything goes! Share your creations online. We'll post some of our favorites leading up to our LEGO contest on August 3! More details at aadl.org/dreamlibrary

All AADL locations will be closed for the day on Monday, May 26. We will reopen at 10 AM on Tuesday, May 27.

Sustainable Energy Utility (SEU) is a game-changer for local clean energy! Join the final A2ZERO Sustainability Forum of 2025 to learn what the SEU means for you, with Missy Stults from the Office of Sustainability. Thursday, May 29 at 6 PM Downtown. → aadl.org/node/634765

Make way, there's a new stuffie in town. #summergame25