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❗TIME CHANGE❗
Ann Arbor Art + Feminism 2026 will kick off with a panel of University of Michigan faculty members on creating a feminist, inclusive, & more equitable internet. A Wikipedia and Wikidata Edit-a-thon will follow the presentation.
Sunday, March 15 from 1–4 PM at the Downtown Library.
Photo of a musician performing on a front porch with a heavy, orange overlay and white text that reads, "Musicians Wanted, Venues Wanted". Logos for Make Music Day and AADL are accompanied by the event date and URL along the bottom of the graphic.
Want to be part of Make Music Day? 🎶
We're searching venues to host performers and musicians eager to to share their sound for this all-day, citywide celebration of live music on June 21.
Find details on how to participate at aadl.org/makemusic!
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Join us for an African Dance Presentation with TeMaTe Institute—where tradition meets innovation and the spirit of Africa comes alive on stage!
Sunday, March 22 at 12 PM at the Downtown Library.
→ https://aadl.org/node/647177
Promo graphic for an upcoming AADL event titled, "Matthew Dear: Creativity, Process, and Performance," followed by the event details and an AADL byte. Features a side profile photo of DJ Matthew Dear.
Join world-renowned electronic music producer and DJ Matthew Dear for an inside look at his creative process, culminating in a captivating live performance!
Friday, March 20 at 6 PM at the Downtown Library.
→ https://aadl.org/node/663984
A purple illustration of a Stegosaurus skeleton is on a peach background. Bold purple text reads "Dino Day." followed by the event details and an AADL byte.
Celebrate Dino Day at AADL! Step into prehistoric times with fossils from the UofM Museum of Natural History. Learn about archaeology, make dinosaur-themed crafts, and unearth fossils at our dino dig sites!
Sunday, March 29, 11 AM–4 PM at the Downtown Library.
🦕 https://aadl.org/dinoday
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If you have excess yarn, fabric, or sewing notions, or are looking to pick some up, AADL's fiber-art swap is for you!
Drop your donations at any library location through March 20 and join us on Saturday, March 28, 2–4 PM at the Downtown Library for the swap.
🧶 https://aadl.org/node/664551
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Vol 13 of The Coolidge-Wagner Anthology of Recorded Poetry features Carmen Malis King.
Carmen is a Detroit-rooted writer, mother, community herbalist, and National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach. She is also a former editor of Critical Moment.
Now streaming at aadl.org/coolidgewagner!
Collage of people playing musical instruments in various outdoor and indoor settings. Stylized white text reads, "Make Music Ann Arbor, June 21, 2026, aadl.org/makemusic." on an orange background.
Make Music Day returns!
On June 21, musicians will pour into streets, parks, & plazas to share their sounds with friends, neighbors, & strangers. All genres. All ages. All free.
Mark your calendars for a day of citywide music & watch out for our call for musicians and venues.
🎶 aadl.org/makemusic
Promotional poster for Record Store Day. Text reads: "Record Store Day, Sat, April 18, 11AM-5PM. Pop-up Record Fair, Downtown Library." The design features a red and black vinyl record pattern.
Record Store Day returns to AADL this April—a day dedicated to music fanatics!
Enjoy a pop-up record fair in the lobby with vendors selling used records & gear; DJs will be spinning vinyl while you check out vendors.
Saturday, April 18, 11AM–5PM at the Downtown Library.
🎶 aadl.org/recordstoreday
Dancer in colorful attire performs energetically in front of a mural and a group of fellow dancers in traditional Mexican costumes. Text displays the event title and details with an AADL byte.
Experience the richness of Mexico’s cultural landscape through a Ballet Folklórico de Detroit dance performance!
Through choreography, music, & costumes, each dance illuminates the distinct rhythms & narratives of Mexico’s diverse regions.
🕺🏼 Sunday, March 15 at 12 PM at the Downtown Library.
Join Spinning Dot Theatre for a reimagining of Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot! On Christmas Eve, Itzel & Dakota, wait for a bed at the local homeless shelter—dreaming of a warm place to sleep with their families.
Sunday, March 15 at 3 PM at the Downtown Library.
🎭 https://aadl.org/node/648228
Silhouette of Alfred Hitchcock against a dark background within a square frame. Text below reads "New Episode" with a microphone icon and an AADL byte.
Installment #85 of Presenting Alfred Hitchcock Presents follows Joe, Madge, & Maxey on a search for $100,000 hidden in a Mojave Desert mine shaft. But can they trust each other and will any of them survive?
Listen NOW: https://aadl.org/hitchcock
A teal promotional image for a "Kintsugi Demonstration with Aki Motoyama" featuring a repaired ceramic bowl with visible gold seams. The event details are displayed in grey text along with an AADL byte.
Delve into the Japanese art of Kintsugi with artist Aki Motoyama. Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery by mending breakage with urushi lacquer, mixed with powdered gold, silver, or platinum.
Thursday, March 12 at 5:30PM at the Downtown Library.
https://aadl.org/node/664921
Promo graphic for an upcoming 2026 Academy Awards Preview hosted at AADL's Downtown Library. Featuring a golden silhouette of an Oscar award on the left against a dark background with scattered golden glitter. Gold text displays the event title, details, and an AADL byte.
Join movie buffs from the Michigan Theater & Martin Bandyke as they discuss who will win, and who should win Oscars at the 98th Academy Awards. This Oscars preview will include lots of movie clips & audience participation.
Wed, March 11 at 6 PM at the Downtown Library.
https://aadl.org/node/664470
A cabin in a wooded area is warmly lit, surrounded by trees. Large yellow text reads, "Cozy RPG with Luna Alexander", accompanied by the event details and an AADL byte
Embark on a role playing adventure to explore themes of storytelling and heroism while you craft the perfect bedtime story with Luna Alexander—host of The Inn at the End of Things podcast!
🕯️Saturday, March 7 at 2 PM at the Downtown Library.
https://aadl.org/node/66333
A photo of Yasu Ishida in a blue jacket performing a magic trick with playing cards and origami. The text reads, "Japanese Magical Journey with Yasu Ishida." along with the event details and an AADL byte.
Combining traditional Japanese theatre, lion dance, music, origami, magic, and storytelling, Yasu Ishida will guide you to the enchanting land of Japan!
Join us for a magical journey, Saturday, February 28 at 1 PM at the Downtown Library.
https://aadl.org/node/645807
The image is a promotional poster for "Mario Day (Observed)" with a picture of a Mario in blue overalls, and a red shirt. A star hovers above the character. Text includes "aadl.org/marioday" and "Sunday March 8, 11AM-4PM, Downtown Library." A white AADL logo is at the bottom right.
Celebrate Super Mario Day on Sunday, March 8, from 11 AM – 4 PM at the Downtown Library!
We're observing Mario Day with themed activities like Bingo, Mario Kart, and more! Costumes welcome!
AADL's mascot, Akako, will be available for pictures from 1 – 1:30 PM.
🍄 https://aadl.org/marioday
Colorful handmade heart-shaped pieces embroidered facial features, including eyes and noses, displayed on a blue cloth. One black keychain has the word "BOOM" stitched in white.
Colorful skeins of yarn are displayed, featuring vivid hues of pink, orange, yellow, green, and blue. The yarns are arranged artistically, showcasing their vibrant and varied textures
A person stands behind a table display of colorful textiles and handmade crafts at a market. Other people are browsing nearby, and the background features a brick wall and windows.
A busy indoor market scene with numerous people browsing and purchasing colorful yarns and crafting supplies. Tables are filled with a variety of yarns, threads, and accessories. The setting appears lively and communal.
AAFAX is happening now at the Downtown Library until 5 PM! Dozens of vendors offering handmade accessories, patterns, books, dyes, and all things fiber-related! Talks and hands-on demos and drop-in crafting as well!
All the details at aadl.org/AAFAX
Promo graphic for an AADL author event for "The Ex Dilemma" by Elle Wright. The image includes a photo of Elle Wright and the book cover, and black text with the event title and details.
Join authors Elle Wright & Nicole Falls, as they discuss Elle’s new book, The Ex Dilemma. Elle & Nicole will discuss highlights from the book, the genre of Black romance, and second chances.
Monday, February 23 at 6 PM at the Downtown Library.
https://aadl.org/node/663073
We had a great time talking about AAFAX with a few of our local vendors on @clickondetroit.com earlier this week! Check out the segment at the link and make sure to come by the Downtown Library on Sunday, February 8th from 10am-5pm! 🧵
https://bit.ly/45MlgRF
Tan promo graphic for an upcoming Author Event at AADL. The event title and details are displayed in bold, black text, beside and AADL byte. The graphic features an image of the book cover. and a smaller photo of the author, Maurice Imhoff.
Join us for the remarkable story of Michigan’s 1st African American regiment during the Civil War. Author Maurice Imhoff will illuminate the resilience & patriotism of those who fought for freedom in a nation divided.
Sunday, February 22 at 1PM at the Downtown Library.
https://aadl.org/node/648124
Calling all young artists! Submissions for the @neutral-zone.bsky.social Potential Art Exhibit 2026 are due in a week! Learn more here: www.neutral-zone.org/potential202...
@michigandaily.bsky.social wrote a great article on last night’s lecture from U-M Nam Center for Korean Studies scholar Dr. John G. Grisafi, hosted at our Downtown location!
Read it here:
www.michigandaily.com/.../nam-cent...
Colorful cubes floating in a cloud of mist. White text that reads, "From Puzzles to People. Exploring the Cubing Universe" is accompanied by event details and an AADL byte.
Champion speedcuber Abner Brijesh introduces puzzles beyond the classic Rubik’s Cube! Discover how this hobby builds focus, creativity, and problem-solving skills through live demos, stories and insights into the cubing community.
Saturday, Feb 21, 11 AM at our Wesgate Branch.
aadl.org/node/663412
Red poster for a Chinese New Year Celebration hosted by AADL with Ann-Hua Chinese School. Features a decorative horse illustration and event details in gold text.
Celebrate Chinese New Year with the Ann-Hua Chinese School at AADL! Learn how to use a Chinese yaogu drum, make fun crafts, take home a traditional Chinese treat, and more!
Saturday, February 21 at 2 PM at the Downtown Library.
🇨🇳 🐎 https://aadl.org/node/647020
Photos of four AAPI entrepreneurs are featured in this promotional graphic, which features the Marupo Acts and AADL logos along with event information
Join local AAPI food entrepreneurs as they share the stories, struggles, and triumphs of bringing their cultural cuisines to Southeast Michigan—and what community means to them.
Sunday, February 15, 3pm at the Downtown Library
This event is in partnership with Marupo ACTS.
🥢 aadl.org/node/663152
A family poses with Akako, who wears glasses and a yellow hat. The backdrop is bright yellow. A man photographs the scene, with everyone smiling for the camera.
Two children engage in activities at AADL's Groundhog Party in a library. A bright stage and colorful banner on the lobby screen creates a playful, lively atmosphere.
Children color Akako coloring sheets at a table. Colorful crayons and markers are in a blue container. The scene is creative and cheerful.
Children gather around a table for a button-making activity, guided by an adult.
AADL hosted a Groundhog Party today, featuring our own mascot and friend, Akako G. Shins! Buttons, stickers, coloring sheets, and plenty of photo ops!
Learn more about Akako at AADL.org/akakogshins
Colorful blue and orange graphic with bold white text that displays, "Black History Month" beside an AADL byte.
This February, AADL recognizes Black History Month with a number of in-person and online events, as well as videos from past events and content for all ages.
Explore all month long at aadl.org/blackhistorymonth!
Promotional poster for a lecture titled "The History of Black Towns and Settlements in America" with Anthony Brogdon. The event is at AADL's Westgate Branch on Sunday, February 15, at 2 PM. Features a historic black-and-white photo of a Black Town on a green background with bold, white text..
Detroit-based historian & author Anthony Brogdon shares the history of Black towns & settlements, including the first African American to own land, the first black community in America, migration movements, and more.
Sunday, February 15 at 2 PM at our Westgate Branch.
https://aadl.org/node/664380
