Taylor Community Library

Creative Writing Challenge
2025-06-09 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit) | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Creative Writing Challenge
Calling all creative writers! We will meet at one of the front Community Rooms the second Monday of every month, from 3:00-4:00pm. Everyone will be given a prompt, and your job will be to take this prompt to find words on signs, pictures, artwork, book spines, overheard phrases/quotes, etc. on library grounds and write them down. When everyone has something, they will come back to the room and we will put together what we have found.

Hooks & Needles
2025-06-09 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Trolley (North) Unity Room, 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Hooks & Needles

Come and join other yarn enthusiasts in our community who love to knit and crochet. This is a weekly event to share ideas, projects, and do a little yarning. Bring your own projects to work on.

TCL Tour*
2025-06-07 15:00 - 17:30 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
TCL Tour
Just got your TCL (Taylor Community Library) card and want a tour to know what all your new library has to offer? Or are you a long-time card holder, but want to help support it by attending an event or are just curious? Sign up for one of our TCL tours! Our Adult Librarian will be leading these tours a couple times throughout the summer so if this time doesn’t work for you be sure to check for the other times we’re offering them. During these tours our Adult Librarian will lead you around the library to show you where all the collections can be found and answering any questions you may have.
This event is intended for: Families, Teens, and Adults
*Sign up for a Tour Below:
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastPhone Number *City you live in *You do not need to be a Taylor resident to attendChoose Your Tour Date *Saturday, June 7Monday, June 9Saturday, August 2Choose Your Tour Time for Saturday, June 7 *3:15pm3:40pm4pm4:30pm5pmChoose Your Tour Time for Monday, June 9 *5:30pm6pm6:30pm7pmChoose Your Tour Time for Saturday, August 2 *3:30pm4pm4:30pm5pmWould you like a reminder call the day before the event? *YesNoI understand that this registration only counts for one person and that it is strongly recommended I do not bring any non-registered guests. *YesSubmit

Outdoor Mindful Meditation
2025-06-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Outdoor Mindful Meditation
Learn about meditation with an outdoor perspective from Mike with Project Mindfully Outdoors and then be led through a simple outdoor walking meditation. All meditation practice levels are welcome! We will meet inside the library in the north community room and then move outdoors (weather permitting).
This event is intended for: Adults

Father's Day Painting with Dad!
2025-06-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Father’s Day Painting with Dad!
Join us to celebrate a day with dad and build some fun new memories painting birdhouses. There will also be snacks, photo opportunities, and games!
The program will be supplied with 10 birdhouses first come first serve while supplies last! feel free to bring your own masterpiece to paint as well.

Bug Out with Art in the Park
2025-06-05 16:00 - 18:30 | Sheridan Pavilion, 12111 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Bug Out with Art in the Park
Join the Guidance Center in collaboration with the Taylor Community Library for our annual Art in the Park event with a Bugged-Out twist! This year we will have crafts and plenty of activities to soak up the early summer sun. Some activities include a live music & movement, balloon animals, face painting, bubble play area, bug catching kits, a bug exhibit on wheels and more. We will also have free snacks, water, and ice cream while supplies last. This event is for families, please register using the link below, (walk-ins are welcome).
www.guidance-center.org/kids-art-in-the-park

Silent Book Club
2025-06-04 17:30 - 19:30 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Silent Book Club
Ever wanted to join a book club, but felt like it was too much pressure? Join this super low-key book club where you show up with a book of your choice and read! At each meeting the first 15 minutes will be designated for sharing what you’re reading/socializing with other members and then the rest of the time will be designated for reading. We will have an ambience room playing at low volume in the background and different options for seating. Feel free to bring a snack, beverage, or blanket to make this event extra cozy. This book club meets every Wednesday.
This event is intended for: Adults

Teen Volunteer Group*
2025-06-04 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-05-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Teen Volunteer Group*
Are you a teen who’s looking for volunteer hours? Join our Teen Volunteer Group!
Teen volunteers help plan, implement, and promote ways to improve services offered at TCL. Joining our group builds your resume, earns you volunteer hours, and gives you a chance to be heard. Tasks will include helping the library with collection maintenance, programming prep, maintaining the TCL Tiny Taylor Library, and more!
We meet every other Wednesday at 4 p.m. in person at the library.
*Want to earn volunteer hours for this? Visit our Volunteer page to see if space is available and to sign up!

Eat Smart Live Strong for Seniors
2025-06-04 14:00 - 15:00 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Eat Smart Live Strong for Seniors
Join us for this 6-week course where you will get nutrition and exercise education, learn how to prepare quick healthy snacks, and get the opportunity to win a free prize. Dates include: May 21, 28, June 4, 11, 18, and 25th. This event is partnered by Leaders Advancing & Helping Communities.
This event is intended for: Seniors
Want a reminder call for this program? Fill out our form:
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastPhone Number *City you live in *You do not need to be a Taylor resident to attendHow often would you like a reminder call? *Remind me about the first class I attendRemind me about all the classes in this seriesSubmit

Audio Described Movie Day
2025-06-04 12:00 - 14:00 | Trolley (North) Unity Room, 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Audio Described Movie Day
Pop in the 1st Wednesday of each month to watch a new, popular film with the Audio Description (AD) narration track added.
June’s film:
White Bird

World Clubfoot Day!
2025-06-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
World Clubfoot Day!
Come join us in celebrating World Clubfeet Awareness Day & Our Clubfoot Warriors! There will be a special Storytime, Comradery, Snacks, and a Craft.
This event is intended for: Babies, Tots, Kids, and Family’s

Sew Crafty
2025-06-03 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-05-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Sew Crafty
Sew Crafty is a weekly lab for textile crafters to come together and work on their projects. If you love to quilt, sew, knit, crochet, embroider, needlepoint, or any other textile crafting, this is the place for you! This is a weekly lab that is open on Tuesdays from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. This is a collaborative, inter-generational crafting group intended for kids, teens, and adults. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Toddler Storytime
2025-06-03 10:30 - 11:15 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Toddler Storytime
Join us for stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Toddler Storytime is for ages 2-4, but older and younger siblings are welcome. Bring your toddler for a chance to learn and practice some early reading skills. We will reserve some time at the end for creative play or a craft.

LEGO Club
2025-06-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
LEGO Club
Do you love Legos? Join our Lego Club! Every Monday at 6 p.m. come in and start building. Everyone is welcome to free build. If you are up for it, we will provide a challenge or theme for you to make something related to that week’s challenge or theme. We will display your creation for one week and will tear them apart at the next event. This event is open to kids, tweens, teens, and parents. No registration is required, just stop in and build!

Book Speed Dating for Adults
2025-06-02 17:30 - 19:30 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Book Speed Dating for Adults
Join us for a fun night to hopefully find the love of your life: a 5-star book! When you walk-in you will find tables with different books at each and will choose a table to start at. During this timed event you will have a form for each book you meet at each of the tables to guide you through getting to know them and rating them. At the end you will be given a sheet to write down the books you would like to get to know further. Our staff will place those books on hold for you at the frequency you would prefer throughout the summer. We will be hosting this event once a month for the summer and will have different books to meet at each.
This event is intended for: Adults
Want to be reminded about this event? Fill out our registration form:
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastPhone Number *City you live in *You do not need to be a Taylor resident to attendSubmit

Versiti Blood Center Blood Drive
2025-06-02 12:00 - 16:30 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Versiti Blood Center Blood Drive
Did you know that even though approximately 38% of the population is eligible to donate blood, less than 5% actually do? And that every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood? Consider donating at our Versiti Blood Center Blood Drive to help ensure patients get the treatment they need and even help save a life.
Things to keep in mind when donating:

Donating blood takes about an hour of your time from when you first arrive
You will need to show a valid ID
You will need to answer a series of health questions before being able to donate (to speed up the process you can download the Versiti Donor App and answer them ahead of time)
Be sure to wear a loose sleeved or short sleeved shirt as they will need access to the majority of your arm

Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Call 866-MIBLOOD or visit www.versiti.org/MI to schedule your appointment.
This event is intended for: Teens and Adults

Pride Month Movie Day
2025-05-31 15:00 - 17:00 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Pride Month Movie Day
Treat yourself to a free movie, where you don’t have to bother with sneaking in snacks. Come join us for a movie, bring your own snacks, and enjoy some time away from home. We will be watching To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! (PG-13). Open to teens (13+) and adults.

Family Storytime
2025-05-30 13:00 - 13:30 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Family Storytime
Come join us for Family Storytime with songs, Storytime and crafts!

Stuffy Sleepover Storytime
2025-05-29 18:00 - 18:30 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Stuffy Sleepover Storytime
Wear your pjs and bring your favorite bedtime pal for this sleepy storytime! This storytime is special because we are asking you to leave your stuffy for a sleepover at the library! Us librarians will take extra special care of your stuffy and document their night so when you pick them up the next day, you’ll also take home some printed pictures and a slideshow of all the adventures they had at the library. This event for ages 2-8.
*Parents, if your child isn’t ready to leave their stuffy with us feel free to still join us for our sleepy storytime.*

Eat Smart Live Strong for Seniors
2025-05-28 14:00 - 15:00 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Eat Smart Live Strong for Seniors
Join us for this 6-week course where you will get nutrition and exercise education, learn how to prepare quick healthy snacks, and get the opportunity to win a free prize. Dates include: May 21, 28, June 4, 11, 18, and 25th. This event is partnered by Leaders Advancing & Helping Communities.
Want a reminder call for this program? Fill out our form:
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastPhone Number *City you live in *You do not need to be a Taylor resident to attendHow often would you like a reminder call? *Remind me about the first class I attendRemind me about all the classes in this seriesSubmit

VIP Support Group
2025-05-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Trolley (North) Unity Room, 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
VIP Support Group (Visually Impaired Persons)
The VIP meeting is a monthly support group for people experiencing vision loss and their caregivers. Each month, we meet to discuss important topics and connect over shared concerns, with occasional speakers.
Meet in person or join in remotely.
To join remotely by phone, please call 267-807-9601 and use Access Code: [REDACTED], or join virtually by visiting bit.ly/TCLbtbcall

Baby & Toddler Free Play
2025-05-27 10:30 - 11:15 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Baby & Toddler Free Play
Bring your babies and toddlers for a time of unstructured free play. Babies and toddlers can play with one another while caregivers can socialize as well!

LIBRARY CLOSED
2025-05-26, 2025-05-24 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States

Bark for Books*
2025-05-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Bark for Books
Celebrate reading month with our favorite furry friends. Read aloud to a trained therapy dog for 15 minutes. Children and teens can also use their 15 minutes to practice book reports or speeches for school, or whatever you think will build their confidence in their reading and speaking skills. There are 16 slots open to read or speak aloud to a therapy dog and registration is required. They love to hear all the stories and get all the pets, so call or stop in the library to sign up starting 10 a.m. May 8!
*Registration Required

Adult Book Club*
2025-05-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Adult Book Club*
Join us as we read fiction from all walks of life and perspectives. For our next discussion, we’ll be reading The Little Liar by Mitch Albom.

Beloved bestselling author Mitch Albom returns with a powerful novel that moves from a coastal Greek city during the Holocaust, to America, where the intertwined lives of three survivors are forever changed by the perils of deception and the grace of redemption.

*Please call ahead to make sure we have room for new members

Silent Book Club
2025-05-21 17:30 - 19:30 | Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley), 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Silent Book Club
Ever wanted to join a book club, but felt like it was too much pressure? Join this super low-key book club where you show up with a book of your choice and read! At each meeting the first and last 15 minutes will be designated for sharing what you’re reading/socializing with other members and then the hour and half in-between will be designated for reading. We will have an ambience room playing at low volume in the background and different options for seating. Feel free to bring a snack, beverage, or blanket to make this event extra cozy. This book club meets every Wednesday.
