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.

Wednesday, February 19th 2025

1:00pm
Digital Library & Internet of Things Drop-In

Want to learn more about our Digital Library or our Internet of Things? Stop by anytime between 1 - 3 pm to ask questions about Libby & hoopla, to test…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Tower Lobby
Event Series
6:30pm
Canceled Jazz & Blues - Chris Buzzelli

Sorry due to boiler issues this concert is canceled but will be rescheduled 

 

Besides having a lengthy career as an educator, Chris Buzzelli has performed with jazz artists from Dizzy Gillespie…

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

Thursday, February 20th 2025

1:30pm
Walk & Talk with SPL

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
4:00pm
Cook by the Book!

Calling all aspiring 9-11 year old chefs! Come create recipes taken from the pages of some of the fantastic cookbooks featured in our youth collection. If you wish to participate…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
Event Series
4:00pm
Book It then Cook It!

A unique spin on the traditional book club. Aspiring foodies in grades 4 and 5 will read the same title which members will then discuss while creating a delicious dish(es)…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
4:00pm
Cook by the Book!

Calling all aspiring 9-11 year old chefs! Come create recipes taken from the pages of some of the fantastic cookbooks featured in our youth collection. If you wish to participate…

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

Saturday, February 22nd 2025

All Day
Black History Mystery: Rediscovering Moments in Time

Pick up a form at the youth desk, and use this to record your answers as you follow the clues and learn about events in Black History.

During the month of…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Room
Event Series
1:00pm
Black History Month Open Mic Celebration

Join us in Celebrating Black History Month 

Showcase your talent or enjoy and applaud the creative performances of others! Original spoken word done solo, in duets or trios and more, are…

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

Monday, February 24th 2025

10:15am
Mellow Movers

For toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers who are seeking a calmer storytime environment. 

Limited to the first 15 children and their caregivers to arrive. SF

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
Event Series
4:00pm
Maker Monday

Get creative at this drop-in program that will feature different making projects each month. SF

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

Tuesday, February 25th 2025

10:00am
Southfield Stamp

You may have heard of the Newbery Award, a prize given “to the most distinguished American children's book published in the last year” and now Southfield is ready to award…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Event Series
10:15am
Toddler Storytime

Toddlers will enjoy an interactive mix of stories, movements, music, fingerplays and socialization. Caregivers will learn tips and tools to make any time storytime!  For adult caregivers and toddlers 18…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
Event Series
5:00pm
Anime Club - cancelled

Our apologies that Anime Club is cancelled but we have lots of anime to check out both in books, movies and online with hoopla.

 

At SPL Anime Club we encourage everyone…

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

Wednesday, February 26th 2025

10:15am
Preschool Storytime

Bring your preschooler for some fun stories, rhymes, songs, activities and crafts! For kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. ML

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
Event Series
4:00pm
Cinema and Stories

A drop in program broken into three 15 minute blocks. Each one will open with a lively video then stories and crafting will follow. SF

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
Event Series
6:30pm
Spy Academy

Has reading the Spy School series by Stuart Gibbs made you curious about spying techniques? Learn how to write codes and what cyphers are. I can't tell you the rest,…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
Event Series
6:30pm
Spy Academy - canceled

Sorry Spy Academy has been canceled.

 

Has reading the Spy School series by Stuart Gibbs made you curious about spying techniques? Learn how to write codes and what cyphers are. I…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room

Thursday, February 27th 2025

10:15am
Baby Bounce

Babies 6-18 months and caregivers are invited to join us for 15 minutes of stories and songs. Plan to stay in the library for social time with others. Please be…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
Event Series
10:30am
SPL Senior Social

This is a recurring program for seniors to enjoy some fellowship at the library. We will have crafts, games, music and coffee. Bring a friend or meet new ones! Seniors…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Meeting Room
Event Series
12:00pm
Melodies at the Museum-Detroit Institute of Arts

Enjoy music and art at the DIA! The Southfield Library and Southfield Parks & Recreation are excited to collaborate on this event. There will be a musical performance and afterwards…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Meet at library entrance
1:30pm
Walk & Talk with SPL

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

Friday, February 28th 2025

10:15am
Tiny Tots Playgroup

Bring your little ones (ages 0-18 months) to this fun playgroup. Chat with other caregivers while you watch your babies play with a variety of age appropriate toys. EC

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

Saturday, March 1st 2025

All Day
March Is Reading Month Reading Bingo

Celebrate March is Reading Month with a month long BINGO game. Write in the book title that fits the squares that you read this month. You may use the same…

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 at Just Baked Café & Bakeshop, located just across the…

Southfield Public Library
26583 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI 48076

Monday, March 3rd 2025

10:15am
Mellow Movers

For toddlers and preschoolers along with their caregivers who are seeking a calmer storytime environment. 

Limited to the first 15 children and their caregivers to arrive. SF

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
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
6:00pm
Teen Volunteer Night

Teens (grades 6-12) are invited to help out around the library and earn some volunteer hours. Please bring any volunteer paperwork with you. AF

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

Tuesday, March 4th 2025

10:00am
Southfield Stamp

You may have heard of the Newbery Award, a prize given “to the most distinguished American children's book published in the last year” and now Southfield is ready to award…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Event Series
10:15am
Toddler Storytime

Toddlers will enjoy an interactive mix of stories, movements, music, fingerplays and socialization. Caregivers will learn tips and tools to make any time storytime!  For adult caregivers and toddlers 18…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
Event Series
10:30am
SPL Senior Social

This is a recurring program for seniors to enjoy some fellowship at the library. We will have crafts, games, music and coffee. Bring a friend or meet new ones! Seniors…

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