Calendar

Assistive Tech Talk: Device Week!

July 15, 2019, 12:00 PM - July 19, 2019, 5:00 PM @ Taylor Community Library

Need some assistive technology help? Call 734-287-4840 and make an appointment with our Tech Guru this week! Appointments can be made Monday through Friday between 12pm and 5pm.

Afternoon Movie: Rogue One

July 19, 2019, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Drop by the library for a different movie screening every week.

Book Sale by Friends of Library

July 20, 2019, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM @ Taylor Community Library

Find great deals on cookbooks, technical books, children's books, fiction and non-fiction. Please note: Books are not grouped by subject, and inventory of a particular type of book or specific title is not guaranteed.

Books & Bites: Of Poseidon

July 22, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Taylor Community Library

Join us for our monthly Young Adult book club! Whether you're 13 or 110, we invite you to read and discuss a monthly young adult book with us. This month we will be discussing "Of Poseidon" by Anna Banks.

LEGO Club

July 22, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Calling all builders! Take on our weekly LEGO challenge, and build your own creation with our blocks and bricks. We will display it at the library until the next session.

Toddler Story Time

July 23, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Taylor Community Library

Stories and activities for children age three and under.

Toddler Free Play

July 23, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Taylor Community Library

Let your toddler (aged 3 and under) enjoy 60-minutes of unstructured free play at the library! We will provide all the educational toys for your toddler to play with. Just bring a smile and a sharing attitude. Registration is not required.

Youth SRP: Wildlife Safari

July 23, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Sheridan Center Open Air Pavilion

See and touch live animals both great and small here at the library! This program combines live animals with a comic adventure for a program you'll never forget! Program is intended for teens and children (ages 3 and older), but all ages are welcome. You need tickets from the library to attend this event. All tickets are free. *Program attendance merits one-hour of reading time for the Summer Reading Program*

Youth SRP: Wildlife Safari

July 23, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Sheridan Center Open Air Pavilion

See and touch live animals both great and small here at the library! This program combines live animals with a comic adventure for a program you'll never forget! Program is intended for teens and children (ages 3 and older), but all ages are welcome. You need tickets from the library to attend this event. All tickets are free. *Program attendance merits one-hour of reading time for the Summer Reading Program*

Itch to Stitch

July 23, 2019, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM @ Taylor Community Library

Knitters and crocheters gather every Tuesday at 6 p.m. to work on their latest projects. Bring your projects, enjoy company while you work, and get help from experienced knitters.

Visually Impaired People's Support Group

July 24, 2019, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM @ Taylor Community Library

Come prepared to discuss the challenges of life with a vision impairment. Learn about, and suggest, ways to make positive impacts in life. Family, friends, drivers, and caregivers are welcome. Light refreshments provided. July's topic is Beat the Heat! Join in and share tried and true Summertime hobbies and activities.

Carolyn's Captivating Crafts

July 24, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Taylor Community Library

Do you consider yourself a beginner-level crafter? Join Carolyn's Captivating Crafts! In this 1-hour program we offer coloring, scrap-booking and simple crafts for beginners. No judgment is allowed and all materials are provided. Adults only.

Youth SRP: Alex Thomas and Friends Puppet Show

July 25, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Taylor Community Library

Enjoy this fun and interactive puppet show with Alex Thomas and Friends! At the end of the show be sure to stick around and you may be able to receive a complimentary photo & autograph from our star. *Program attendance merits one-hour of reading time for the Summer Reading Program*

Quilting for Beginners

July 25, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Taylor Community Library

Learn the basics of quilt making from start to finish. You will learn traditional and modern techniques while having fun putting together sample squares. All sessions will include demonstration and hands on. Online registration required.

Teen SRP: Alex Thomas Stop Motion Animation

July 25, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Taylor Community Library

Welcome to the world of stop-motion animation! Every participant will build their very own custom, stop-motion puppet and bring it to life using the art and magic of stop-motion animation. Only ages 12+ will be admitted into Teen programming. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. *Program attendance merits one-hour of reading time for the Summer Reading Program*

Pop Art Collage Workshop with Michael Albert

July 26, 2019, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Taylor Community Library

Learn about modern pop art and make your own collage with New York-based author/artist Michael Albert. Includes a free signed poster.

Afternoon Movie: Gravity

July 26, 2019, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Drop by the library for a different movie screening every week.

Drone Club

July 29, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Taylor Community Library

Test out the library's drones on homemade obstacle courses and explore with other drone enthusiasts. Drone Club meets inside the library and moves outside, weather permitting.

LEGO Club

July 29, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Calling all builders! Take on our weekly LEGO challenge, and build your own creation with our blocks and bricks. We will display it at the library until the next session.

Toddler Story Time

July 30, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Taylor Community Library

Stories and activities for children age three and under.

Toddler Free Play

July 30, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Taylor Community Library

Let your toddler (aged 3 and under) enjoy 60-minutes of unstructured free play at the library! We will provide all the educational toys for your toddler to play with. Just bring a smile and a sharing attitude. Registration is not required.

Youth & Teen Summer Reading Program Wrap-Up: Froyo Social

July 30, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Taylor Community Library

Let's end the summer reading program with frozen yogurt provided by Menchie's! Enjoy a froyo bar, pick up your grab bag, and enjoy fun activities!

Itch to Stitch

July 30, 2019, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM @ Taylor Community Library

Knitters and crocheters gather every Tuesday at 6 p.m. to work on their latest projects. Bring your projects, enjoy company while you work, and get help from experienced knitters.

Adult Summer Reading Get Together

July 31, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Taylor Community Library

Get together to talk about your favorite books from the summer and hear from library staff on the best books they've read as well. Adults only. Snacks provided.

Taylor Farmer's Market, presented by Beaumont

July 19, 2019, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Sheridan Center Open Air Pavilion

The Taylor Farmer's Market returns for the 2019 season. It will run from noon-6 p.m. each Friday from June 7 through August (but will be closed June 28 for the Taylor Summer Festival). Meet Nicole Hellar, our new master master. Over 20 vendors have already signed up. We will hold various special events through the season. Senior citizens may be eligible for a $20 discount coupon!

WCCCD PARTY IN THE PARK: Free concert featuring SpaceCat

July 19, 2019, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM @ Sheridan Center Open Air Pavilion

WCCCD's Party in the Park free summer concert series continues with SpaceCat, SpaceCat is a hip, fun band that specializes in performing high-energy dance music for weddings, corporate events, private parties, and anywhere else they might be needed ... great reviews on this band!

Music & Arts in the Gardens continues with LL7

July 24, 2019, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

The Taylor Conservatory & Botanical Gardens will continue its popular summer music series, “Music & Arts in the Gardens,” with LL7, a spicy Latin Jazz and Salsa band. Early seating opens at 5:30 p.m., with the shows beginning at 6:30. Tickets are $5 general admission on the lawn. A limited number of chairs are provided, so visitors are wise to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. Parking is free at the Heritage Park Petting Farm and the adjoining grass lot off Northline Road. The conservatory main lot is reserved for handicapped parking, motorcycles and band and artist vehicles participating in the show.

Taylor Farmer's Market, presented by Beaumont

July 26, 2019, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Sheridan Center Open Air Pavilion

The Taylor Farmer's Market returns for the 2019 season. It will run from noon-6 p.m. each Friday from June 7 through August (but will be closed June 28 for the Taylor Summer Festival). Meet Nicole Hellar, our new master master. Over 20 vendors have already signed up. We will hold various special events through the season. Senior citizens may be eligible for a $20 discount coupon!

Midwest Persian Tabby Fanciers & Motor City Jazz Club Allbreed CFA Cat Show

July 27, 2019, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM @ Taylor Sportsplex

Midwest Persian Tabby Fanciers & Motor City Jazz Club Allbreed CFA Cat Show

July 28, 2019, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM @ Taylor Sportsplex

Music & Arts in the Gardens continues with Crossbow, lively Celtic band

July 31, 2019, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

The Taylor Conservatory & Botanical Gardens continues its popular summer music series, “Music & Arts in the Gardens." Crossbow, appearing on July 31, marks a first for the series. They are a lively Celtic Band that will offer the best of Irish and Scottish folk music. Early seating opens at 5:30 p.m., with the shows beginning at 6:30. Tickets are $5 general admission on the lawn. A limited number of chairs are provided, so visitors are wise to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. Parking is free at the Heritage Park Petting Farm and the adjoining grass lot off Northline Road. The conservatory main lot is reserved for handicapped parking, motorcycles and band and artist vehicles participating in the show.

Downriver Senior Olympics

July 22, 2019, 7:00 AM - July 26, 2019, 12:00 PM @ Hosted by City of Southgate. See brochure for various locations.

Opening ceremonies begin on Monday, July 22 and variety of events go on throughout the week. On Friday, July 26th, the Unity Banquet will be held at Crystal Gardens. Be sure to stop in and cheer on your fellow Taylor seniors! You can check at the front desk of the senior center for a schedule of events.

Plarning-Mats for the Needy

July 24, 2019, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Plarning is making yarn from out of plastic strips (plarn) cut from grocery bags. The strips are crocheted into 3'x6' mats that are distributed to the homeless. The mats are lightweight, washable, bug resistant and also benefit our environment by putting the plastic bags to good use instead of our landfills. Approximately 700-1000 bags are used to complete one mat. This group meets every Wednesday from 9:30 - 11:30 am. We always need volunteers to sort, cut or crochet. If this interests you, why not join in and help provide a means for a needy cause and pass a good deed forward. We'd love to have you!

Non-denominational Bible Study

July 25, 2019, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

All are welcome - held in Classroom 2.

Birthday Bash

July 25, 2019, 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Cakes are sponsored by Edna Moss (Cake Lady); Howe Peterson sponsors Karaoke and Regency Healthcare provides the treat bags. Sign up at the front counter or call 313-291-7740 by the last Monday of the month. You are more than welcome to join in the fun even if it's not your birthday month!

Plarning-Mats for the Needy

July 31, 2019, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Plarning is making yarn from out of plastic strips (plarn) cut from grocery bags. The strips are crocheted into 3'x6' mats that are distributed to the homeless. The mats are lightweight, washable, bug resistant and also benefit our environment by putting the plastic bags to good use instead of our landfills. Approximately 700-1000 bags are used to complete one mat. This group meets every Wednesday from 9:30 - 11:30 am. We always need volunteers to sort, cut or crochet. If this interests you, why not join in and help provide a means for a needy cause and pass a good deed forward. We'd love to have you!

Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting

July 24, 2019, 7:00 PM