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Monitor and Virginia

Battle Between Monitor vs Merrimac

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Event at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
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Presented by Don Batkins. The naval battle of Hampton Roads was the first between two ironclad warships. This talk provides background on the two vessels, their design-construction...

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Virtual Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
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Seats Remaining: 86
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Presented by Don Batkins. The naval battle of Hampton Roads was the first between two ironclad warships. This talk provides background on the two vessels, their design-construction, and an overview of the battle.

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Library events may be recorded in photo and/or video.  By attending one of our events or programs, you consent to being photographed or recorded. These images and recordings may be used for promotional purposes both in print and online, including our social media channels. 

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services, who are planning to attend Library programs or meetings, should notify the Library Director, Shauna Anderson at sanderson@plymouthlibrary.org or 734-453-0750 ext. 218.  Reasonable advance notice is required. 

Jodi Picoult

Online Author Talk: Jodi Picoult

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Event at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Specific Event Details:

Register for this author talk and submit questions for the author hereStep into Spring with us as we chat with the highly acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult a...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Virtual Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Specific Event Details:

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SCORE: IRS Payment Options for Small Business

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Virtual Event at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Specific Event Details:

This workshop will cover key topics including 2025 tax updates, filing tips, payment options such as Offer-In-Compromise, installment agreements, estimated payments, and more! Don'...

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Virtual Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
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This workshop will cover key topics including 2025 tax updates, filing tips, payment options such as Offer-In-Compromise, installment agreements, estimated payments, and more!

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Life happens in the blink of an eye! Learn how to Save, Organize & Share Your Memories Today & For Generations

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Walldorf/ Dunning Room at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
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SAVE - ORGANIZE - SHARE Your Memories today and for Generations. Did you know that 55% of people who take photos find managing and organizing them to be overwhelming? Where sh...

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Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Walldorf/ Dunning Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
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Seats Remaining: 22
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SAVE - ORGANIZE - SHARE Your Memories today and for Generations. 

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Photography & Accessibility Information

Library events may be recorded in photo and/or video.  By attending one of our events or programs, you consent to being photographed or recorded. These images and recordings may be used for promotional purposes both in print and online, including our social media channels. 

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services, who are planning to attend Library programs or meetings, should notify the Library Director, Shauna Anderson at sanderson@plymouthlibrary.org or 734-453-0750 ext. 218.  Reasonable advance notice is required. 

Matthew Fleming

Online Author Talk: Smithsonian Gardens Greenhouse Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Event at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Specific Event Details:

Register for this author talk and submit questions for the author hereJoin us as Smithsonian Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming, guides us through the secret world of trees as is rev...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Virtual Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Specific Event Details:

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Learn to Play Chess

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Walldorf Room at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation, Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults, Teens, Youth & Families
Specific Event Details:

Interested in sharpening your chess skills? Join us for convenient and casual classes at the Plymouth District Library! This class welcomes participants of all ages and skill level...

Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Walldorf Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Teens, Youth & Families
Program Type: Presentation, Workshop
Specific Event Details:

Interested in sharpening your chess skills? Join us for convenient and casual classes at the Plymouth District Library! This class welcomes participants of all ages and skill levels.

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Photography & Accessibility Information

Library events may be recorded in photo and/or video.  By attending one of our events or programs, you consent to being photographed or recorded. These images and recordings may be used for promotional purposes both in print and online, including our social media channels. 

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services, who are planning to attend Library programs or meetings, should notify the Library Director, Shauna Anderson at sanderson@plymouthlibrary.org or 734-453-0750 ext. 218.  Reasonable advance notice is required. 

What's the Solution to Pollution?

What's the Solution to Pollution? (Ages 5-12)

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Youth & Families, Middle School, Elementary, Preschool/Kdg
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This interactive environmental program, hosted by Wayne County Parks, teaches kids & families about the beautiful wildlife and man-made pollution that threatens it in our local...

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Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth & Families, Middle School, Elementary, Preschool/Kdg
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
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This interactive environmental program, hosted by Wayne County Parks, teaches kids & families about the beautiful wildlife and man-made pollution that threatens it in our local area. There will be hands-on-learning, so dress for mess.

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Library events may be recorded in photo and/or video.  By attending one of our events or programs, you consent to being photographed or recorded. These images and recordings may be used for promotional purposes both in print and online, including our social media channels. 

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services, who are planning to attend Library programs or meetings, should notify the Library Director, Shauna Anderson at sanderson@plymouthlibrary.org or 734-453-0750 ext. 218.  Reasonable advance notice is required. 

Engaged Adult Participation

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

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

Ford

Ford in the Upper Peninsula, 1920-1954

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Walldorf/ Dunning Room at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Specific Event Details:

Presented by Ken Hafeli, retired Ford Presidential Library Archivist. This presentation covers the 35-year period when the Ford Motor Company built Model T’s, Woody station wagons,...

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Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Walldorf/ Dunning Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Specific Event Details:

Presented by Ken Hafeli, retired Ford Presidential Library Archivist.

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Library events may be recorded in photo and/or video.  By attending one of our events or programs, you consent to being photographed or recorded. These images and recordings may be used for promotional purposes both in print and online, including our social media channels. 

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services, who are planning to attend Library programs or meetings, should notify the Library Director, Shauna Anderson at sanderson@plymouthlibrary.org or 734-453-0750 ext. 218.  Reasonable advance notice is required. 

night sky with light pollution

Light Pollution -Michigan Dark Skies

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Walldorf Room at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults
Specific Event Details:

Light pollution is unintended illumination and intensity from artificial lights, causing light trespass, glare, and sky glow. This fundamentally alters the natural night environmen...

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Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Walldorf Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 46
Specific Event Details:

Light pollution is unintended illumination and intensity from artificial lights, causing light trespass, glare, and sky glow.

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Photography & Accessibility Information

Library events may be recorded in photo and/or video.  By attending one of our events or programs, you consent to being photographed or recorded. These images and recordings may be used for promotional purposes both in print and online, including our social media channels. 

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services, who are planning to attend Library programs or meetings, should notify the Library Director, Shauna Anderson at sanderson@plymouthlibrary.org or 734-453-0750 ext. 218.  Reasonable advance notice is required. 

Gregg Hurwitz

Online Author Talk: Gregg Hurwitz

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Event at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Specific Event Details:

Register for this author talk and submit questions for the author hereDo you love action-packed adventure? Are you ready for the thrill? You’re invited to a riveting conversation w...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Virtual Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Specific Event Details:

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Liz Wiseman

Authors365: Liz Wiseman

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Event at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Specific Event Details:

Register for this author talkWhat makes certain professionals rise above the rest? Why do some individuals consistently take initiative, solve problems, and inspire those around th...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Virtual Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
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102nd Colored Troops

Michigan's Civil War African Americans

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Walldorf/ Dunning Room at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Specific Event Details:

Presented by Michigan Notable Book author Jack Dempsey. Discover the role of the 102nd United States Colored Troops, Michigan’s only regiment of color, during the Civil War. We’ll ...

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Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Walldorf/ Dunning Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
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Seats Remaining: 15
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Presented by Michigan Notable Book author Jack Dempsey. Discover the role of the 102nd United States Colored Troops, Michigan’s only regiment of color, during the Civil War.

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Photography & Accessibility Information

Library events may be recorded in photo and/or video.  By attending one of our events or programs, you consent to being photographed or recorded. These images and recordings may be used for promotional purposes both in print and online, including our social media channels. 

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services, who are planning to attend Library programs or meetings, should notify the Library Director, Shauna Anderson at sanderson@plymouthlibrary.org or 734-453-0750 ext. 218.  Reasonable advance notice is required. 

Dr. David H. Rosmarin

Online Author Talk: How to Use Anxiety to Thrive

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Event at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Specific Event Details:

Register for this author talk and submit questions for the author hereLet’s face it: Everyone has anxiety. Furthermore, our incessant quest to rid ourselves of this ubiquitous huma...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Virtual Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
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The Page Turner by Viola Shipman

An Evening with Viola Shipman

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off-Site Location
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Specific Event Details:

Friends of PDL, in collaboration with the Penn Theatre, are thrilled to host an evening with popular author Viola Shipman! Join us for a reading, presentation, and book-signing eve...

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-Site Location
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 281
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Friends of PDL, in collaboration with the Penn Theatre, are thrilled to host an evening with popular author Viola Shipman! Join us for a reading, presentation, and book-signing event.

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Library events may be recorded in photo and/or video.  By attending one of our events or programs, you consent to being photographed or recorded. These images and recordings may be used for promotional purposes both in print and online, including our social media channels. 

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services, who are planning to attend Library programs or meetings, should notify the Library Director, Shauna Anderson at sanderson@plymouthlibrary.org or 734-453-0750 ext. 218.  Reasonable advance notice is required. 

Nico Lang American Teenager

Nico Lang: Trans Life

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Walldorf Room at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Specific Event Details:

For their groundbreaking book American Teenager, Nico Lang spent a year documenting the lives of transgender, nonbinary, and genderfluid teens and their families. Drawing on hundre...

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Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Walldorf Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Presentation
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Seats Remaining: 28
Specific Event Details:

For their groundbreaking book American Teenager, Nico Lang spent a year documenting the lives of transgender, nonbinary, and genderfluid teens and their families.

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Photography & Accessibility Information

Library events may be recorded in photo and/or video.  By attending one of our events or programs, you consent to being photographed or recorded. These images and recordings may be used for promotional purposes both in print and online, including our social media channels. 

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services, who are planning to attend Library programs or meetings, should notify the Library Director, Shauna Anderson at sanderson@plymouthlibrary.org or 734-453-0750 ext. 218.  Reasonable advance notice is required. 

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SCORE: Customer Communication Tips to Protect Your Small Business

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Walldorf Room at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Specific Event Details:

Are you protecting your small business legally when you communicate? Join our discussion panel to learn what you should put in an email to customers and/or suppliers...

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Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Walldorf Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 59
Specific Event Details:

Are you protecting your small business legally when you communicate? 

Liann Zhang

Online Author Talk: Liann Zhang

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Event at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Specific Event Details:

Register for this author talk and submit questions for the author hereGrab your popcorn, grab your friend, and join us for an propulsive online conversation with author Liann Zhang...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Virtual Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Specific Event Details:

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Berlin

Berlin: History and Highlights of a Great City

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Walldorf Room at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Specific Event Details:

Berlin has been called edgy, poor (financially), rich (culturally), liberal, exciting, historical, international, and never-ending. Mariya Fogarasi spent ten years in Berlin and fo...

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Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Walldorf Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Specific Event Details:

Berlin has been called edgy, poor (financially), rich (culturally), liberal, exciting, historical, international, and never-ending.

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Photography & Accessibility Information

Library events may be recorded in photo and/or video.  By attending one of our events or programs, you consent to being photographed or recorded. These images and recordings may be used for promotional purposes both in print and online, including our social media channels. 

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services, who are planning to attend Library programs or meetings, should notify the Library Director, Shauna Anderson at sanderson@plymouthlibrary.org or 734-453-0750 ext. 218.  Reasonable advance notice is required. 

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Learn to Play Chess

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Walldorf Room at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation, Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults, Teens, Youth & Families
Specific Event Details:

Interested in sharpening your chess skills? Join us for convenient and casual classes at the Plymouth District Library! This class welcomes participants of all ages and skill level...

Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Walldorf Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Teens, Youth & Families
Program Type: Presentation, Workshop
Specific Event Details:

Interested in sharpening your chess skills? Join us for convenient and casual classes at the Plymouth District Library! This class welcomes participants of all ages and skill levels.

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Photography & Accessibility Information

Library events may be recorded in photo and/or video.  By attending one of our events or programs, you consent to being photographed or recorded. These images and recordings may be used for promotional purposes both in print and online, including our social media channels. 

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services, who are planning to attend Library programs or meetings, should notify the Library Director, Shauna Anderson at sanderson@plymouthlibrary.org or 734-453-0750 ext. 218.  Reasonable advance notice is required. 

Rachelle Bergstein

Online Author Talk: How Judy Blume Rewrote Childhood for All of Us

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Event at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Specific Event Details:

Register for this author talk and submit questions for the author hereYou’re invited to an online intimate conversation with bestselling author Rachelle Bergstein as she chats abou...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Virtual Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Specific Event Details:

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Dan Heath

Authors365: Dan Heath

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Event at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Specific Event Details:

Register for this author talkWe’ve all been there—facing a system that’s inefficient, a team stuck in a rut, or a process that drains time and energy. In business, as in life, the ...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Virtual Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
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Rouge River Revived by Dr. John Hartig

Rouge River Revived

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Walldorf Room at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Specific Event Details:

Celebrate World Environment Day with an environmental history of the Rouge River, from Native Americans through industrialization and now revival. Dr. Hartig, author of Rouge River...

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Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Walldorf Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Specific Event Details:

Celebrate World Environment Day with an environmental history of the Rouge River, from Native Americans through industrialization and now revival. Dr.

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Photography & Accessibility Information

Library events may be recorded in photo and/or video.  By attending one of our events or programs, you consent to being photographed or recorded. These images and recordings may be used for promotional purposes both in print and online, including our social media channels. 

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services, who are planning to attend Library programs or meetings, should notify the Library Director, Shauna Anderson at sanderson@plymouthlibrary.org or 734-453-0750 ext. 218.  Reasonable advance notice is required. 

Picture of black chess pieces on a chess board in the starting position. The image is grayscale. Pieces in the foreground are clear, pieces furthe back are blurred.

Learn to Play Chess

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Walldorf Room at Plymouth District Library
Program Type:
Presentation, Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults, Teens, Youth & Families
Specific Event Details:

Interested in sharpening your chess skills? Join us for convenient and casual classes at the Plymouth District Library! This class welcomes participants of all ages and skill level...

Library Branch: Plymouth District Library
Room: Walldorf Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Teens, Youth & Families
Program Type: Presentation, Workshop
Specific Event Details:

Interested in sharpening your chess skills? Join us for convenient and casual classes at the Plymouth District Library! This class welcomes participants of all ages and skill levels.

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Photography & Accessibility Information

Library events may be recorded in photo and/or video.  By attending one of our events or programs, you consent to being photographed or recorded. These images and recordings may be used for promotional purposes both in print and online, including our social media channels. 

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services, who are planning to attend Library programs or meetings, should notify the Library Director, Shauna Anderson at sanderson@plymouthlibrary.org or 734-453-0750 ext. 218.  Reasonable advance notice is required.