If you happen to be in the Ypsi/A2 area this weekend, join me for the YpsiWrites Anthology celebration at @YpsiLibrary! There’ll be lots of wonderful people there and readings from local writers (including me!).
ypsiwrites.com/events/launch…
TY @YpsiLibrary for displaying our Sun Day event poster!! ♥️ And picking the version I did with the water tower lol.
Anyways! Join us in Ypsilanti 9/21 for a day of climate action and community or find an event near you: sunday.earth ☀️
ALT Ypsilanti library climate action display with a printout of event flyer for Sun Day
This September, the Ypsilanti District Library is celebrating National Library Card Sign-up Month.
Click the link to learn more:
easternecho.com/article/2025…
ALT Exterior of the Michigan Avenue Ypsilanti District Library branch, a stone building with large windows and two tall lampposts flanking the entrance. A banner above the doorway reads, “Get a FREE Library Card Today! National Library Card Sign-Up Month.” The image caption reads, “News. Ypsilanti District Library celebrates September's library card sign up month.”
It's October! Meaning the spooky season is right around the corner and EMU students and Ypsilanti residents have plenty to look forward to. Check out our roundup of local events happening all month long!
See the full list on our website:
easternecho.com/article/2025…
ALT There is a yellow background with The Echo's cartoon mascot, Scoop in the center, jumping and surrounded by falling leaves. The caption reads: "Local. Check out these EMU, Ypsilanti Halloween events."
ALT The 1800s-style colorful buildings housing the shops and restaurants of Depot Town line the street. The image caption reads “What's the Move? Ypsilanti events June 3-9.”
ALT White text on a green background with the Echo’s eagle mascot, Scoop, in the corner. The information reads ““Our Stories” Ypsilanti Pride Event. Date: Friday, June 6, 2025. Time: 5–9 p.m. Location: Depot Town, Ypsilanti. Admission: Free, no registration required.”
ALT Time: Friday 7:30 p.m., Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m. Location: Ypsilanti Performance Space, 218 N. Adams St., Ypsilanti. Admission: Tickets from $10–15.”
ALT White text on a green background with the Echo’s eagle mascot, Scoop, in the corner. The image caption reads “Mahjong Meetup. Date: every Monday, June–August. Time: 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Location: Ypsilanti District Library Whittaker Branch, 5577 Whittaker Road, Ypsilanti. Admission: Free, no registration required.”
Free Ride Weekends with a valid @aadl or @YpsiLibrary card are back starting June 14! Learn details on riding our fixed-routes for FREE every Saturday and Sunday through August 24 at: bit.ly/4kqEX6Q.
ALT An infographic with a yellow background showing the first part (points 1-4) of "7 Things the ILMS Funds in Michigan" with detailed descriptions of each service provided through ILMS funding.
Impacts of Dismantling the Institute of Museum & Library Services:
7 Things the ILMS Funds in Michigan
Michigan eLibrary (MeL)
ILMS funds statewide online access to millions of subscription magazines, newspapers, books, journals & more.
MeLCat Catalog
Statewide access to items from 435 Michigan libraries. Over 1,000,000 items were loaned through MeLCat in 2024.
Workforce Development
Statewide access to tests, tutorials, and preparation materials for K-16 students & job seekers in LearningExpress at MeL.org
Improved Community Services
Training for MI librarians on MeL content a ton of library programming & community services. 3.1 million people attended Michigan public library events in 2024.
ALT The continuation of the infographic with a yellow background showing the remaining points (5-7) of "7 Things the ILMS Funds in Michigan" and a conclusion section labeled "Bottom Line" with a quote from the State Librarian.
7 Things the ILMS Funds in Michigan
Early Literacy Support
Summer reading, early literacy materials & training for public librarians to support family literacy. Resulted in 651,603 children's visits to MI public libraries in 2023.
Local History Support
Training and materials to assist libraries, museums, and historical societies in preserving their community local history.
Tech Support
Assistance & training for library staff to improve & expand community access to technology and the internet. This support enables 97% of public libraries to offer public Wi-Fi. Michiganders made 10.7 million Wi-Fi connections & checked out 100,000 hotspots at libraries in 2024.
Bottom Line
"Michigan's 1,277 public, school, academic, Tribal, & special libraries are anchors for liter
Today we celebrate 2 years of making memories at the Superior branch! Thank you all for your unending support - you've helped make YDL-Superior a warm, beloved communal space. Kudos to our incredible team for their hard work and dedication, and here's to many more years! 🎉
📣 INTRODUCING Hoopla's new BingePass! The Creative Coping Toolkit is a series of film and evidence-based mental health education programs for all ages.
Self care is for everyone! Learn more: buff.ly/3CsxuTL
Thanks for your patience! We will post an update when the Internet has been restored.
ALT Image of a WiFi error symbol with the text: YDL buildings are experiencing Internet outages. We are still able to check items out at this time, but the process may be slower, and WiFi is unavailable in the buildings.
Venture into the shadowy world of film noir this November! Take a peek at the Film Noir DVD Collection at Whittaker, perfect for a night of suspense and moral ambiguity. 🎥 🎞️
Or use your YDL card to watch movies from Kanopy's Noirvember film festival: buff.ly/48DAc4y
Don't miss Graphic Novel Book Club this Tuesday (11/12)! A special guest from The Humane Society of Huron Valley will stop by to talk about feral cats. 🐈
Unleash your inner scientist at STEMfest this Saturday (11/9)! Enjoy dazzling hands-on demos, from crystallizing salt to plating pennies in silver and gold. 🧬