Dearest Gentle Readers, The Detroit Public Library (main branch) wishes to invite all Bridgerton fans, Janeites, and Regency-era enjoyers to our SECOND Annual Romantic Regency Afternoon ball in our beautiful Adam Strohm Hall on Saturday, May 9th, 2026 at 2pm. Entertainment shall include: * A dance caller who will teach proper period dances * DIY dance cards and paper fans * Light refreshments * A photo booth with a photographer on site to commemorate your experience Period dress or modern formalwear is encouraged but not required! The first 100 debutantes and escorts to arrive at the ball will receive a small token of our esteem. Supplies are limited, so do be on time! Craft supplies and refreshments will be first come, first served. See the below link to this new event, which is where you can register. This event is free and open to the public! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-romantic-regency-afternoon-tickets-1... Any questions, please contact one of the hosts at our emails below! Thank you to everyone who supported us last year, and we look forward to seeing you all at this year's event! Flyer is attached in case anyone wants to print and share! * Jessica Bostian; jbostian@detroitpubliclibrary.org * Jennifer Noble; jnoble@detroitpubliclibrary.org Jessica Bostian Assistant Manager Social Science, Education, Religion Business, Science, Technology Detroit Public Library 5201 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI 48202 Patent and Trademark Resource Center Representative jbostian@detroitpubliclibrary.org 313-481-1403