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Five libraries across Ann Arbor offering more than you can imagine!
Hours: 10 AM - 8 PM daily
Website: aadl.org
Phone: 734-327-4200
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@aadl.orgTiny Expo 2026 is Saturday, December 12 from 11 AM–6 PM at the Downtown Library!
Join us for a full day browsing unique handmade wares from artists and crafters, right here at the Library.
@aadl.orgJoin us for a reception celebrating Andrew Sack's "f/8" and "Be There", two exhibits featuring Sacks’ early black and white editorial work, and his later professional photography which will be on display Oct 16–Jan 8!
Friday, October 23 at 5 PM at the Downtown Library.
@aadl.orgJoin us for a reading and conversation with Zayd Ayers Dohrn, author of memoir "Dangerous, Dirty, Violent, and Young". This masterpiece of personal and social history brings us inside an infamous family and their lives underground.
Fri, Oct 23 at 6 PM at the Downtown Library.
@aadl.orgHeads up! All AADL locations will be closed for the day on Monday, October 12 for a staff in-service day.
We'll be back to business as usual on Tuesday, October 13!
@aadl.orgSinaboro: Korean Percussive Ensemble at the University of Michigan, was in the house last Friday night as part of Korea Week 2026! Attendees enjoyed a performance by Sinaboro and learned about traditional Korean drumming, even getting to play these percussive instruments as well. 🎶
@aadl.orgJoin Dale Carlson for a newly authored version of Epic Stained Glass, featuring new material from counties neighboring Washtenaw. See stellar examples from Jackson, Brighton, Howell, Plymouth, Northville, and more!
Thursday, October 22 at 2 PM at AADL's Traverwood Branch.
@aadl.orgHub New Music presents the world premiere of Systems of Similitude by composer Elijah Daniel Smith.
Smith's work draws inspiration from the literary dystopias of Lois Lowry, Aldous Huxley, Ray Bradbury, & George Orwell.
Thursday, October 22 at 6 PM at the Downtown Library.
@aadl.orgAADL honored the life of Dolly Parton on 9/25 with Dolly Day! Dolly was, among many things, an extraordinary singer-songwriter and philanthropist. Her Imagination Library has donated hundreds of millions of free books to children. Rest in Peace, Dolly. The world is less sparkly without you in it. 💖
@aadl.orgJoin Max Schikora, bar manager at Echelon Kitchen and Bar and Huna Bar, for a look at his journey through the restaurant and bar industry. He’ll share his expertise, stories, and a few of his favorite creations to sample!
Tuesday, October 20 at 6 PM at the Downtown Library. 🍸
@michaelklamerus.bsky.socialReposted by @aadl.orgVery excited to take my kids to the @aadl.org's SynthFest next week
@aadl.orgIt can be hard to make friends as adults, so we're making space for that to happen. Show up to this themed meet-up, no lecture, no craft, just a gathering of people who want to meet someone new.
Wednesday, October 21 at 6 PM at AADL's Traverwood Branch.
@aadl.orgA2CAF: Small + Indie Press is happening now at the Downtown Library! 🌟
Come browse the tables, meet the artists, and have your favorite comics signed! We’re here until 5 PM.
@aadl.orgArtist Jiyoung Kim introduced the AADL community to the philosophy and beauty of traditional Korean painting (Hangukhwa) through an engaging demonstration as part of Korea Week 2026! Participants watched 2 live painting demonstrations and then got to try their own hands at creating a piece of art.
@aadl.orgJohn Dunlap & Mary Katharine Goddard risked their lives to print & distribute the first copies of the Declaration of Independence. This play shares what is known about their lives & their commitment to American independence.
Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 6:30 PM at the Downtown Library.
@aadl.orgAADL Printmaking Festival is Saturday, November 14, 11 AM–5 PM at the Downtown Library!
Print Fest celebrates letterpress, screen printing, block printing, and other hand-printed goods. Join us for talks by local printmakers, try your hand at printmaking, and drop in for demos!
@aadl.orgThe color! The fabric! The design! The symbolism! Korea Week 2026 at AADL started off with exploring the beauty of both traditional and modern Korean hanbok.
Check out aadl.org/koreaweek for the rest of the event line-up for this year! 🇰🇷
@aadl.orgOCTOBER IS HERE! 🍂🎃
Check out everything happening at AADL this Halloween at aadl.org/halloween!
@aadl.orgWe're gearing up for a BIG weekend at the Downtown Library...
A2CAF: Small + Indie Press returns this Saturday (Oct. 3) from 11 AM–5 PM!
Then, on Sunday (Oct. 4) from 11 AM–4 PM, Tattoo Art Fest makes its grand AADL debut!
🌟 Explore day of details at aadl.org/a2cafsip and aadl.org/tattooart.
@aadl.orgWhether you’re reading 1,000 books before kindergarten or for a personal challenge, track your progress and reward yourself along the way with Akako G. Shins milestone stickers!
Pick up a Read 1,000 Books booklet and milestone stickers at the staff desk at any of our libraries.
@aadl.orgJoin us for a group discussion about "True Biz" by Sara Nović!
Charlie, Austin, & February find their lives inextricable from one another and changed forever in this story of sign language, great persistence, daring, and joy.
Sat., Oct. 17 at 3 PM at AADL's Pittsfield Branch.
