Southfield, MI

Southfield is a city in Oakland County, Southeast Michigan. According to the 2010 census, the city had a population of 71,739. In 1823, John Daniels was the first to settle in the area. Southfield is a commercial and businesses center for Metro Detroit, but it has 775 acres of parks, nature preserves, and historic properties. Southfield is named for being the “south fields” of Bloomfield Township. It is known for its “Golden Triangle”, which is a collection of five golden skyscrapers. Southfield’s motto is “The Center of it All”. Popular attractions are Park West Gallery, Star Theatres Southfield, and Detroit Kid City. Visitors will enjoy events, such as Winterfest, Fishing Derby, and the Taste of Southfield.

Monday, July 7th 2025

All Day
Walk & Talk with SPL - Summer Edition!

Walking has many benefits and so does your library! Join our walking group to get some fresh air and exercise, socialize with your community and learn a little about SPL.…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Meet in the Tower Lobby
Event Series
10:00am
Walk & Talk with SPL - Summer Edition!

Walking has many benefits and so does your library! Join our walking group to get some fresh air and exercise, socialize with your community and learn a little about SPL.…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Meet in the Tower Lobby
Event Series
12:00pm
Red Cross Blood Drive

Save a life or three. Donate blood. Save a life by donating blood with the American Red Cross. Register at www.redcrossblood.org. Walk ins are accepted but those with an appointment…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Meeting Room
Event Series
2:00pm
Storytime Al Fresco

Fun under the sun with stories, songs and crafts! SF

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Imaginarium Garden
Event Series
4:00pm
Outside Adventures

Adventure beyond the library building and spend time in the fresh air. Explorer Packs will be available for patron use. AF

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Imaginarium Garden
Event Series

Tuesday, July 8th 2025

10:30am
Pages In The Park

Southfield, Oak Park and Huntington Woods Libraries are joining forces and meeting families at the Parks this year to provide ooodles of storytime fun - there may even be a…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Local Parks
Event Series
10:30am
Info Hour

Want to learn more about our new mobile app, digital library and accessibility center? Stop by to ask questions about all the library’s digital offerings. AG

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Tower Lobby or Circulation Lobby
Event Series
10:30am
Info Hour

Want to learn more about our new mobile app, digital library and accessibility center? Stop by to ask questions about all the library’s digital offerings.

Join us on July 8 at…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, 7/8 Inglenook Park, 8/15 Civic Center
Event Series
12:00pm
Chair Yoga

Join us for 30 minutes of gentle stretching and movement.  No yoga experience or mat required. This program is designed for beginners but all levels are welcome! No registration required.…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Meeting Room
Event Series
12:00pm
Detroit Institute of Arts Guided Tour

A FREE program for adults 55 and over.

 

The DIA welcomes adults 55 and older for a guided tour of our collections.

 

12:00 pm - departure (entrance of the Library)
12:30 pm…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Meet at the Library entrance.
12:00pm
Detroit Institute of Arts Guided Tour

The DIA welcomes adults 55 and older for a guided tour of our collections. Groups of 25 or more in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties can receive free bus transportation.  

Receive…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Meet at the library entrance
2:00pm
PC and Internet Basics

Join us as we cover the basics of operating your home computer and accessing the Internet. TE RP

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, 1st Floor Computer Lab
Event Series
6:30pm
Tuesday Evening Book Club reads Warrior Girl Unearthed by Angeline Boulley

The Tuesday Evening Book Club will be discussing Warrior Girl Unearthed by Angeline Boulley. Join us on July 8th in the Meeting Room or join virtually on Zoom! This book…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Meeting Room

Wednesday, July 9th 2025

1:00pm
BookShelf OPEN

Enjoy gently used books and more all at affordable prices. All proceeds benefit the Friends programs and events. Friends members receive a 10% discount on BookShelf purchases. Cash only sales.…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Event Series
2:00pm
PC and Internet Basics

Join us as we cover the basics of operating your home computer and accessing the Internet. TE RP

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, 1st Floor Computer Lab
Event Series
2:00pm
PC and Internet Basics

Join us as we cover the basics of operating your home computer and accessing the Internet. TE RP

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, 1st Floor Computer Lab
Event Series
2:00pm
STEAM in the Summer

Inspired by the book The Mona Lisa Vanishes: a Legendary Painter, a Shocking Heist and the Birth of a Global Celebrity by Nicholas Day, each Wednesday in July the librarians…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
Event Series
2:00pm
STEAM in the Summer

Inspired by the book The Mona Lisa Vanishes: a Legendary Painter, a Shocking Heist, and the Birth of a Global Celebrity by Nicholas Day, each Wednesday in July the librarians…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
7:00pm
Southfield Public Library Board Meeting

PUBLIC NOTICE

SOUTHFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD

MEETING NOTICE

2025

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In accordance with Act 267 of the Public Acts of 1976 of the State of Michigan, Section 5(2), the following notice is hereby posted.

 

Regular meetings…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Southfield Room
Event Series

Thursday, July 10th 2025

All Day
Cat Kid is looking for Dogman and needs your help!

Cat Kid needs your help finding Dogman!  Each week starting June 16 Dogman will be in a different location on the Youth Floor. Find him then fill out his location…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Room
Event Series
11:00am
Draw to the Beat

Join SPL on the Fountain Terrace during Eat to the Beat to enjoy the music and get creative with drawing and doodling challenges. AF

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Whale Terrace
Event Series
1:00pm
BookShelf OPEN

Enjoy gently used books and more all at affordable prices. All proceeds benefit the Friends programs and events. Friends members receive a 10% discount on BookShelf purchases. Cash only sales.…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Event Series
6:00pm
Trivia Night!

Drop in with some friends or family to answer some general trivia questions. Teams can be between 2 - 6 people and for ages 13 and up. There will be…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Meeting Room
Event Series
6:30pm
Pages In The Park - Evening Edition

Southfield, Oak Park and Huntington Woods Libraries are joining forces and meeting families at the Parks this year to provide ooodles of storytime fun - there may even be a…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Local Parks
Event Series

Friday, July 11th 2025

All Day
2025 Summer Reading Program

Summer Reading is back at SPL! The fun begins at our Messy Art Night on Monday, June 16. Pick up your reading log and record each day that you read…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Event Series
10:15am
Summertime Little Explorers - Outdoors Edition!

Join us for some outside summertime fun in the Imaginarium Garden.  We'll have centers set up for your little ones to explore, create and learn.  Come prepared to get a…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Imaginarium Garden (canceled if inclement weather)
Event Series
1:00pm
BookShelf OPEN

Enjoy gently used books and more all at affordable prices. All proceeds benefit the Friends programs and events. Friends members receive a 10% discount on BookShelf purchases. Cash only sales.…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Event Series

Saturday, July 12th 2025

All Day
Adult Summer Reading Program

Color Your World

Splash your summer with a rainbow of reading! This sunny season is your golden ticket to break free from the hustle and bustle.  Dive into your dreamland! Let…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Event Series
10:30am
The Cozy Coffee Book Club

Love a cozy cup of coffee & a good book? Join us every other month for coffee & casual conversation in the Library's Meeting Room. Perfect for adults who like…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Meeting Room
1:00pm
BookShelf OPEN

Enjoy gently used books and more all at affordable prices. All proceeds benefit the Friends programs and events. Friends members receive a 10% discount on BookShelf purchases. Cash only sales.…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Event Series
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