A Record Store Day graphic of a black record sticking out of a red, white, and black album cover.

The album cover of Nina Simone's "I Put a Spell on You." Nina Simone is wearing a blue dress and has a serious expression on her face.

A photo of an outdoor birthday party.

A photo of Timothy Monger standing on a trail and facing right.

@aadl.org put the needle on the record 10 years ago. In April 2016, the library reintroduced vinyl to its collection to coincide with Record Store Day. With AADL gearing up for RSD on 4/18, we took a closer look at some of the most popular records in AADL’s collection. pulp.aadl.org/node/669111

Black promo graphic featuring a film countdown screen showing the number three. Bold white text reads, "The World of Film with Back Alley Cinema" followed by the event details and an AADL byte.

Join Darian & Nicholas from Back Alley Cinema as they demonstrate the key elements involved with film projection, encompassing many eras of film history and technological breakthroughs.

Thursday, May 7 at 6 PM at the Downtown Library.

🎥 https://aadl.org/node/663410

A vinyl record lies on a white surface, partially covered by a vibrant, red and black bookmark for AADL's Record Store Day. To the right, a "Gardening & Farm Fest" bookmark and a potted plant.

THIS WEEKEND!

Record Store Day & Gardening and Farm Fest at the Downtown Library. Don't miss out!

🎶🌿 aadl.org/festivals

All AADL locations will open at 10 AM today! We hope to see you later this morning!

hey Ann Arbor-area folks! My "Inside the Local Music Community" students and I are leading a fabulous event this evening hosted by @aadl.org

Join us, @saratea.bsky.social, Kyler Wilkins, Laura McAndrew, Daniel Long, and @loriastratton.bsky.social downtown tonight at 6 PM!

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Poster for "Native Applique and Beadwork with Heron Hill Designs" event at Downtown Library. Scheduled for Sunday, April 26 at 12 PM. Background features detailed beadwork in pink, red, and orange tones.

Heron Hill Designs focuses on creating with sustainability, respect, and conscientious consumption in mind. Learn about the cultural history of Native beadwork and applique and learn some simple beading techniques!

Sunday, April 26 at 12 PM at the Downtown Library.

https://aadl.org/node/663844

Excited to be part of this event tomorrow @aadl.org.

Image of a live performance by Maize Mirchi, a vocal group, at an event titled "Sa Re Ga Ma Pella." The performers are energetically singing into microphones. Event details are displayed in bold, gold text on a brown background.

Join Maize Mirchi, a student vocal group at the University of Michigan, as they perform a cappella songs from a variety of both South Asian and Western genres!

Wednesday, April 29 at 6:30 PM at the Downtown Library.

🎤 https://aadl.org/node/666416

Art by Noah Camp! 💛

Colorful cartoon characters made of playful objects surround the text "Play the Summer Game 2026" in white text on a blue background. Characters include a donut, popcorn, and a pinball machine. The event dates are June 9 to August 30. A colorful logo for play.aadl.org is in the bottom left corner.

Meet the crew! We can’t explain them…but we love them. 🫶

THE 2026 AADL SUMMER GAME BEGINS TUESDAY, JUNE 9!!!

A grpahic featuring a photo of a laptop displaying the MLive.com website. Text on the right side of the image reads, "MLive.com access for AADL cardholders." Two logos are at the bottom, one for MLive Media Group and another for AADL

We're excited to announce a new service for AADL cardholders — access to MLive.com! You can create an MLive account and get unlimited access to the site.

Check out aadl.org/mlive to get started!

Please allow 12-24 hours for access to take effect when first creating your account.

Green graphic with tan text, "Flip the Script Poetry Workshop." featuring event details and illustrations of a book, typewriter, quill, ink jar, and colorful letters.

Flip the Script is a poetry workshop inviting participants to rewrite stories they’ve been told. Build a poem that flips a personal narrative—turning doubt into truth, pain into power, or silence into self-expression.

Friday, April 24 at 6:30 PM at the Downtown Library.

📝 aadl.org/node/665610

A box filled with fresh green peppers is overlaid with text promoting the "Finding the Green Photo Contest" by AADL. The contest is open to kids, teens, and adults, with submissions accepted through May 15. The AADL logo and website are included.

ONE Week until our Finding the Green photo contest begins!

As the season turns to spring, now is the time to go in search of the GREEN! Your pictures don't need to be outdoors, be creative and find GREEN in all its shades and places. Accepting entries April 15 – May 15.

🍀 aadl.org/findingthegreen

Light blue graphic with black text displaying an AADL byte and "Downtown Library Alert"

The Downtown Library will open at Noon on Weds 4/8 due to sewer work. This only affects the Downtown Library; all other locations will open as usual at 10 AM. Thank you for your understanding and we'll see you Downtown at Noon!

Announcement from Ann Arbor District Library stating it will be closed on Sunday, April 5. It will reopen at 10AM on Monday, April 6.

❗All AADL locations will be closed tomorrow, April 5. We will reopen at 10 AM on Monday, April 6.

See you then!

→ aadl.org/aboutus/closures

Event poster for "VISIONS 2026" focused on technology and services for the blind, low vision, and physically disabled. It takes place on Wednesday, June 3, 11 AM to 4 PM. Includes logos for the Bureau of Services for Blind Persons and Ann Arbor District Library. Website: aadl.org/visions.

VISIONS is June 3, 11 AM–4 PM at the Downtown Library!

Join a variety of exhibitors for demos of the latest products & services for the blind, low vision, & physically disabled. Presentations will also be offered on topics related to vision health & assistive technology.

→ aadl.org/visions

Illustration of various vegetables and a sunflower with stylized text displaying "AADL's Seed Sampler." Vegetables include squash, bell pepper, tomato, onion, and radish against a watercolor background.

Spring is here and AADL’s Seed Sampler is ready to supply you with starter seeds to kick-start your gardening adventure!

Beginning April 1, find our Seed Sampler display at your local branch, peruse the selection, & take up to 5 packets for your garden.

Visit aadl.org/2026SeedSampler for more!

Blue and white graphic with text: "Arab American Heritage Month." Includes a white AADL byte logo and website link to aadl.org/ArabAmericanHeritageMonth.

AADL recognizes April as Arab American Heritage Month with a featured in-person event, as well as videos from past events and content for all ages.

Learn more at aadl.org/ArabAmericanHeritageMonth!

A scenic view of Mackinac Island featuring a large white building surrounded by trees. A small red boat is on the water in the foreground. The image includes text for an upcoming AADL event: "Forts, Furs & Fun: The Architecture of Mackinac Island with Dale Carlson. Tues | Apr 14 at 2PM at Malletts Creek.

Join author, photographer and historian Dale A. Carlson as he discusses the compelling architectural legacy of Michigan’s world-renowned summertime vacation destination, Mackinac Island.

Tuesday, April 14 at 2 PM at Malletts Creek.

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Announcement from Ann Arbor District Library stating it will be closed on Sunday, April 5. It will reopen at 10AM on Monday, April 6.

Heads up! All AADL locations will be closed this Sunday, April 5. We will reopen at 10 AM on Monday, April 6!

→ aadl.org/aboutus/closures

A promo graphic for an event titled "Inside the Local Music Community." Featuring images of musical instruments including a guitar, harp, violin, and drum set, arranged in colorful squares. Brown text displays the event title and details alongside an AADL byte.

Join musicians Laura McAndrew, Sara Tea, & Kyler Wilkins alongside media members Daniel Long (WEMU) & Lori Stratton (Pulp) in a rare conversation about the joys, challenges, & future of the Ann Arbor music scene.

Tuesday, April 14 at 6 PM at the Downtown Library.

🎼 aadl.org/node/663994

A purple graphic featuring an example of 'Tazhib' art on the left, painted gold with a circular mandala design. Tan text to the right displays the event title and details.

Join artist Behnaz Karjoo for a presentation on the art of illumination (tazhib). Tazhib, is a traditional art of decorating manuscripts, calligraphic texts, and Qur'ans using gold paint and vibrant natural pigments.

Monday, April 6 at 5 PM at the Downtown Library.

https://aadl.org/node/668388

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Yellow background featuring logos for AADL and play.aadl.org in the bottom corners and a silhouette of a figure centered around a colorful circle border.

Green background featuring logos for AADL and play.aadl.org in the bottom corners and a silhouette of a figure centered around a colorful circle border.

Red background featuring logos for AADL and play.aadl.org in the bottom corners and a silhouette of a figure centered around a colorful circle border.

Chilly in Ann Arbor today? Bummer. Over here, our mindset's SUMMER!

Mind if we just drop these here? 👀

Arduino Days 2026 Workshop, Sat, Mar 28, 2026, 12:00 PM | Meetup **Arduino Days 2026 Workshop: Build a Digital Weather Station, Tape Measure, or Dice!** *The first six registrants who attend get to take home an Arduino Nesso N1 and Modu

Join our friends at All Hands Active to celebrate Arduino Days 2026! David "ishotjr" Groom will walk participants through the basics of development with the Arduino Nesso N1 and guide groups through their own projects.

Saturday, March 28 at 2 PM at AHA!

→ https://bit.ly/41z2QB6

Poster for the 64th Ann Arbor Film Festival. Dates listed: March 24-29, 2026, with Awards Programs from March 30 - April 13, 2026. Website: aafilmfest.org. Tagline: "The world's oldest experimental and avant-garde film festival." Background features colorful, swirling patterns.

The 64th Ann Arbor Film Festival is HERE!

Check out the schedule of films at aafilmfest.org and use code 64AAFFAADL for $5 off to our partnered program, Almost All Ages at 1:30 PM on Saturday, March 28!

Promotional image for Spinning Dot Theatre's event 'Playwright Slam' at Downtown Library. Features abstract designs and the date, Saturday, April 11, at 2 PM.

Local playwrights José Casas & Adam Weisman have worked in our community to foster creativity, youth empowerment, and access for diverse voices in playwriting. Join them to hear new voices and plays brought to life!

Saturday, April 11 at 2 PM at the Downtown Library.

🎭 https://aadl.org/node/648168

A graphic with three outlined figures with arms wrapped around one another, on an orange background. Navy blue text displays title and details for an upcoming "Let's be friends! Board Games" event at AADL.

It can be hard to make friends as adults; AADL is making space for that to happen. Show up to this board game themed meet up, no lecture, no craft, just a gathering of people who want to meet someone new.

Thursday, April 9 at 6 PM at our Pittsfield Branch.

♟️ https://aadl.org/node/646894

Green background with white text reading: "Ann Arbor District Library Annual Report Fiscal Year 2025, July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025." A white AADL byte is on the left.

AADL's Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Report depicts another busy year, as our biggest events and services just keep getting bigger!

Check out the full rundown at aadl.org/annualreport25.

Image of an event poster with the title "Pickin' Morels with the Champ" featuring an arrangement of morel mushrooms. The event title and details are in bold, brown text, accompanied by an AADL byte.

5x National Morel Hunting Champ Anthony Williams teaches morel picking from A to Z! Join him for a talk about getting out and enjoying Michigan's woodlands and some of his personal morel picking stories.

Tuesday, April 7 at 6 PM at the Downtown Library.

https://aadl.org/node/666686

Promo graphic for RPG Day at AADL, featuring the inside walls of a grey stone castle. featuring black stairs and large windows, where a green creature is peering through. "RPG DAY" is displayed in the centered of a circular window in stylized white text.

AADL presents RPG Day—Saturday, May 16, at the Downtown Library.

RPG Day is a celebration of tabletop RPGs, mixing elements of past events like Role Playing Game Fest, Game Designer Expo, & Game Con. Sit in on a session to experience a game, paint a miniature figure, and more!

🎲 aadl.org/rpgday