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DIY Apothecary Jar

DIY Apothecary Jar Craft

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, 6th - 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade
Event Details:

Who’s ready to decorate for Halloween? Create a spooky ambiance for your Halloween decor with these eerie DIY apothecary jars. Perfect for adding a touch of gothic charm to your ro...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Teens, 6th - 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Who’s ready to decorate for Halloween? Create a spooky ambiance for your Halloween decor with these eerie DIY apothecary jars. Perfect for adding a touch of gothic charm to your room.

A blue penguin is reading next to a stack of books

Little Lit

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Little Lit:

A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writin...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime

A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.

A blue penguin is reading next to a stack of books

Little Lit

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Little Lit:

A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writin...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime

A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.

Three dogs are reading a book

Doggone Readers

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Department at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: K - 2nd Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade
Event Details:

Visit with one of our six therapy dogs to practice your reading skills with a silent listener - the dog! Readers can collect stamps for a free book. Readers will be assigned a 15-m...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Youth Department
Age Group: Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: K - 2nd Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Visit with one of our six therapy dogs to practice your reading skills with a silent listener - the dog! Readers can collect stamps for a free book. Readers will be assigned a 15-minute timeslot upon arrival. 

Indian Flavor Every Day

Cook the Book

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Room A at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

You select and prepare a recipe from the cookbook chosen, and we meet to sample and discuss recipes from that month’s cookbook! Call (248) 693-3001 if you need assistance acquiring...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

You select and prepare a recipe from the cookbook chosen, and we meet to sample and discuss recipes from that month’s cookbook! Call (248) 693-3001 if you need assistance acquiring a cookbook.

A blue penguin is reading next to a stack of books

Little Lit

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Little Lit:

A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writin...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime

A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.

People in a discussion

Alzheimer's Caregiver's Support Group

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
James Ingram Room at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This monthly support group for individuals who care for those with Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias is led by a trained facilitator and sponsored by the Alzheimer's ...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

This monthly support group for individuals who care for those with Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias is led by a trained facilitator and sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association Michigan Chapter.

A blue penguin is reading next to a stack of books

Little Lit

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Little Lit:

A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writin...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime

A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.

Friends of the Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Room B at Orion Township Public Library
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Room B

Sips and Pages Book Club

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
9th - 12th Grade, Adults, 21+, Seniors
Event Details:

Calling all romance lovers— Sips and Pages, OTPL’s first romance book club is just for you! We’ll read a different romance book geared toward a specific romance genre/trope. Come p...

Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: 9th - 12th Grade, Adults, 21+, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Calling all romance lovers— Sips and Pages, OTPL’s first romance book club is just for you! We’ll read a different romance book geared toward a specific romance genre/trope. Come prepared to share all your favorite juicy details!

A blue penguin is reading next to a stack of books

Little Lit

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Little Lit:

A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writin...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime

A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.

A group of people are in conversation

English Language Learners (ELL)

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
James Ingram Room at Orion Township Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Wednesdays | 10:30 am  The group is open to all who wish to practice their English language skills in a relaxed and informal setting.  The topics vary widely, and it i...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Wednesdays | 10:30 am 

A blue penguin is reading next to a stack of books

Little Lit

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Little Lit:

A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writin...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime

A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.

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Book Bunch @ the Orion Center

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Orion Center Branch
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

All are welcome to join this lively book discussion held on the second Wednesday of the month. Sept 11: You Were Aways Mine by Christine Pride and Jo Piazza  Octobe...

Library Branch: Orion Center Branch
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

All are welcome to join this lively book discussion held on the second Wednesday of the month.

Sept 11: You Were Aways Mine by Christine Pride and Jo Piazza 

Photo of dumplings on a plate

NEW DATE - Dumpling Making Class

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Mmm, dumplings. Join us for a special hands-on cooking class where Chef Mary teaches techniques to craft the perfect Asian-style dumpling.

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Mmm, dumplings. Join us for a special hands-on cooking class where Chef Mary teaches techniques to craft the perfect Asian-style dumpling.

The Write Stuff Writer's Workshop

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
James Ingram Room at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Meet the second Wednesday and fourth Thursday of each month and connect with a group of like-minded writers to learn from each other, share ideas, and practice your writing skills....

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Meet the second Wednesday and fourth Thursday of each month and connect with a group of like-minded writers to learn from each other, share ideas, and practice your writing skills.

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Busy Baby

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Youth Activity Room at Orion Township Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Infants
Event Details:

This is a meetup for infants 0-12 months old and their caregivers. Come play together and meet new friends. Best suited for non-walkers.  

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Infants
Event Details:

This is a meetup for infants 0-12 months old and their caregivers. Come play together and meet new friends. Best suited for non-walkers.  

New Staff onboarding

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Conference Room at Orion Township Public Library
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Conference Room

Library Board Fund Raising Committee Meeting

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Room B at Orion Township Public Library
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Room B
Senior Social Hour

Senior Social Hour @ the Orion Center Branch Library

Friday, October 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Orion Center Branch
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Join us the 2nd and 4th Fridays of most months for a chance to get out and socialize.  Each week will feature a different topic so that participants can enjoy the company...

Library Branch: Orion Center Branch
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:

Join us the 2nd and 4th Fridays of most months for a chance to get out and socialize.  Each week will feature a different topic so that participants can enjoy the company of other seniors!

Family dancing on a colorful stage

Bounce & Boogie

Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

A music and movement-based program just for ages 0-5! Join us as we dance, groove, jump, and move to our favorite songs and rhymes, promoting gross motor skills alongside early lit...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Games & Activities, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A music and movement-based program just for ages 0-5! Join us as we dance, groove, jump, and move to our favorite songs and rhymes, promoting gross motor skills alongside early literacy!

Slice of pizza with a face, arms, and legs that is smiling and holding up double peace signs

Pizzapalooza

Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade
Event Details:

October is National Pizza Month! Join us for pizza-themed crafts and activities. Pizza and pizza-flavored snacks will be served.

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Event Details:

October is National Pizza Month! Join us for pizza-themed crafts and activities. Pizza and pizza-flavored snacks will be served.

Mushrooms on a branch

Guided Mushroom Hunt

Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off Site
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join the Michigan Mushroom Hunters for a guided hunt of mushrooms in the thick of mushroom season! What fungi do the woods of Orion Township hold? Learn to identify mushrooms on a ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Join the Michigan Mushroom Hunters for a guided hunt of mushrooms in the thick of mushroom season! What fungi do the woods of Orion Township hold?

Closed for Staff In-Service

All Day
Orion Township Public Library, Orion Center Branch, Virtual, Off Site

The Orion Library will be closed Monday, October 14th for Staff In-Service. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, October 15th.

Closing
Branches:
Orion Township Public Library, Orion Center Branch, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

The Orion Library will be closed Monday, October 14th for Staff In-Service. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, October 15th.