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Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Teen" group

Student Volunteering

12:00pm–2:00pm
Teen
Dundee Library
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registration for this program will open on Tuesday, November 25, at 9 a.m. 

New for middle and high school students, earn volunteer hours and work on a project to benefit the community.

Disclaimer(s)

We often take photographs during library events. These photos are for library use only and may be used for promotion in print, digital, and social media. Attending a library event provides expressed consent to take and utilize photographs of you/your family. If you prefer not to be photographed, please alert a staff member.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Grab 'N Go - Wool Gnome Pin

All Day 12/15–12/19
Teen, Adult
Dundee Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Take Home
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stitch your own wool felt gnome pin that will be the perfect winter accessory! 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We often take photographs during library events. These photos are for library use only and may be used for promotion in print, digital, and social media. Attending a library event provides expressed consent to take and utilize photographs of you/your family. If you prefer not to be photographed, please alert a staff member.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Tape Town: Santa's Sleigh

10:00am–10:30am
Youth
Randall Oaks Library
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: S.T.E.M./Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registration for this program will open on Tuesday, November 25, at 9 a.m. 

Las inscripciones para este programa se abrirán el martes 25 de noviembre a las 9 a.m.

 

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Jingle Bell Jamboree

3:30pm–4:30pm
Youth, Family
Dundee Library
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culinary Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sip, craft, and celebrate! Build your dream cocoa at the hot chocolate bar, then make festive crafts to gift, or keep for yourself. Grades K-3, caregiver required.

 

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

We often take photographs during library events. These photos are for library use only and may be used for promotion in print, digital, and social media. Attending a library event provides expressed consent to take and utilize photographs of you/your family. If you prefer not to be photographed, please alert a staff member.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Hygge Night

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teen, Adult
Dundee Library
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registration for this program will open on Tuesday, November 25, at 9 a.m. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We often take photographs during library events. These photos are for library use only and may be used for promotion in print, digital, and social media. Attending a library event provides expressed consent to take and utilize photographs of you/your family. If you prefer not to be photographed, please alert a staff member.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Homeschool Hangout

11:00am–12:00pm
Youth, Family
Dundee Library
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, S.T.E.M./Maker
Event Details:

Learn, discover, and meet new friends! Join us for a monthly hands-on activity. Parents and caregivers are welcome to connect during this program! All ages. 

Disclaimer(s)

We often take photographs during library events. These photos are for library use only and may be used for promotion in print, digital, and social media. Attending a library event provides expressed consent to take and utilize photographs of you/your family. If you prefer not to be photographed, please alert a staff member.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Pixel Art: Ornaments

6:00pm–7:00pm
Youth
Randall Oaks Library
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registration for this program will open on Tuesday, November 25, at 9 a.m. 

Design a few pixel art ornaments for the winter season.  Grades 3-8

Disclaimer(s)

We often take photographs during library events. These photos are for library use only and may be used for promotion in print, digital, and social media. Attending a library event provides expressed consent to take and utilize photographs of you/your family. If you prefer not to be photographed, please alert a staff member.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Drop-in Tech Help / Asistencia de Tecnología

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adult
Dundee Library
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Classes
Event Details:

Need some quick tech assistance? Drop by for some help with basic tech needs.  

 

¿Necesita ayuda con algo técnica? Visítenos para obtener respuestas a preguntas técnicas. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Board of Trustees Meeting

7:00pm–9:00pm
Adult
Dundee Library
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board of Trustees generally meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM in the meeting room at Dundee Library. The Board is elected by taxpayers to serve in a volunteer capacity. Meetings are open to the public.