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This event is in the "Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade" group

Chess Club

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Activity Room at Orion Township Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: K - 2nd Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade

Already know how to play chess? Come join the club! This is a casual meetup for kids who enjoy playing chess and want to face off against other players.

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: K - 2nd Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade
Event Details:

Already know how to play chess? Come join the club! This is a casual meetup for kids who enjoy playing chess and want to face off against other players.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 5th Grade" group
This event is in the "Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade" group

Virtual: 5th Grade Battle of the Books Final Meetup

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade

Let's get together one more time before our final Battle of the Books competition! During this meet up we will answer any final questions, perform a "mock" battle so participants know what to expect, and play a few battle related games.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade
Event Details:

Let's get together one more time before our final Battle of the Books competition! During this meet up we will answer any final questions, perform a "mock" battle so participants know what to expect, and play a few battle related games.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 5th Grade" group
This event is in the "Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade" group

Battle of the Books Victory Celebration

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
ThinkLink
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: ThinkLink
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 5th Grade" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 2nd Grade" group
This event is in the "Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade" group

Doggone Readers

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 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

Visit with one of our 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. 

Full
Registration 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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Visit with one of our 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. 

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 5th Grade" group

Hats Off to 100!

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade

We are celebrating the library’s 100th birthday with a special hat. Customize a hat by adding your favorite colors and wear it all year to help us celebrate!  

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade
Registration Required
Event Details:

We are celebrating the library’s 100th birthday with a special hat. Customize a hat by adding your favorite colors and wear it all year to help us celebrate!  

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 5th Grade" group

Doggone Family Movie

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Youth, Preschoolers, Elementary: K - 5th Grade

Join our furry therapy friends as we gather to relax and watch a movie about some four-legged companions. Snacks provided.

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

Join our furry therapy friends as we gather to relax and watch a movie about some four-legged companions. Snacks provided.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 5th Grade" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 2nd Grade" group
This event is in the "Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade" group

Chess Club

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Activity Room at Orion Township Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: K - 2nd Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade

Already know how to play chess? Come join the club! This is a casual meetup for kids who enjoy playing chess and want to face off against other players.

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: K - 2nd Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade
Event Details:

Already know how to play chess? Come join the club! This is a casual meetup for kids who enjoy playing chess and want to face off against other players.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 5th Grade" group

A-Maze-Ing Fun

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade

Mazes of all sorts will be available to decipher and enjoy.

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

Mazes of all sorts will be available to decipher and enjoy.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 5th Grade" group

Trolls Dance-a-long Movie Night

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Youth, Preschoolers, Elementary: K - 5th Grade

Create your own Troll hairpiece and enjoy the original Trolls movie. Dancing is strongly encouraged! 

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

Create your own Troll hairpiece and enjoy the original Trolls movie. Dancing is strongly encouraged! 

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Infants" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 5th Grade" group

Splish, Splash, Pout-Pout Fish Bash

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary: K - 5th Grade

Join Deborah Diesen, the beloved Michigan author of The Pout-Pout Fish series, to celebrate the new Pout-Pout Fish movie! Enjoy lively read-alouds and creative activities for children of all ages.

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary: K - 5th Grade
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Deborah Diesen, the beloved Michigan author of The Pout-Pout Fish series, to celebrate the new Pout-Pout Fish movie! Enjoy lively read-alouds and creative activities for children of all ages.

Closed - Easter

All Day 4/4 - 4/5
Orion Township Public Library, Virtual, Off Site

The Orion Library will be closed on Saturday, April 4 and Sunday, April 5 in observance of the Easter Holiday. Normal hours will resume on Monday, April 6.

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

The Orion Library will be closed on Saturday, April 4 and Sunday, April 5 in observance of the Easter Holiday. Normal hours will resume on Monday, April 6.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 5th Grade" group

Staying Safe Outdoors

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
James Ingram Room at Orion Township Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade

This presentation reviews emergency preparedness and outdoor safety for children grades K-5 including water activities, seasonal hazards, wildlife and plant safety and more!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade
Registration Required
Event Details:

This presentation reviews emergency preparedness and outdoor safety for children grades K-5 including water activities, seasonal hazards, wildlife and plant safety and more!

This event is in the "Elementary: K - 5th Grade" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 2nd Grade" group
This event is in the "Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade" group

Doggone Readers

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 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

Visit with one of our 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. 

Upcoming
Registration 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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Visit with one of our 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. 

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 5th Grade" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 2nd Grade" group
This event is in the "Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade" group

Chess Club

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Activity Room at Orion Township Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: K - 2nd Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade

Already know how to play chess? Come join the club! This is a casual meetup for kids who enjoy playing chess and want to face off against other players.

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: K - 2nd Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade
Event Details:

Already know how to play chess? Come join the club! This is a casual meetup for kids who enjoy playing chess and want to face off against other players.

Closing at 1:00 PM

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Orion Township Public Library, Virtual, Off Site

The Orion Library will close at 1:00 PM in preparation for our Denim and Diamonds Library Celebration event to be held from 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM.

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

The Orion Library will close at 1:00 PM in preparation for our Denim and Diamonds Library Celebration event to be held from 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM.

Closed - Mother's Day

All Day
Orion Township Public Library, Virtual, Off Site

The Orion Library will be closed on Sunday, May 10 in observance of Mother's Day. Regular hours will resume on Monday, May 11.

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

The Orion Library will be closed on Sunday, May 10 in observance of Mother's Day. Regular hours will resume on Monday, May 11.

This event is in the "Elementary: K - 5th Grade" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 2nd Grade" group
This event is in the "Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade" group

Doggone Readers

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 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

Visit with one of our 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. 

Upcoming
Registration 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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Visit with one of our 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. 

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 5th Grade" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Light it Up, Library Birthday Candles

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Teens, Adults

We are celebrating our 100th birthday with some candles that you design. We’ll have pool noodles that you can decorate in your own style.

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

We are celebrating our 100th birthday with some candles that you design. We’ll have pool noodles that you can decorate in your own style.

Closed - Memorial Day

All Day 5/23 - 5/25
Orion Township Public Library, Virtual, Off Site

The Orion Library will be closed Saturday, May 23 through Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26.

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

The Orion Library will be closed Saturday, May 23 through Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary: K - 5th Grade" group

Bike Safety

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Trail Entrance / Parking Lot at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade

Bring your bikes or scooters and try out obstacles in the library’s parking lot! Kids will practice maneuvering and learn important safety skills using roadway signs and cones.

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Trail Entrance / Parking Lot
Age Group: Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Bring your bikes or scooters and try out obstacles in the library’s parking lot! Kids will practice maneuvering and learn important safety skills using roadway signs and cones.

Closed - Summer Hours

All Day
Orion Township Public Library, Virtual, Off Site

The Orion Library is closed on Sundays during the summer months.

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

The Orion Library is closed on Sundays during the summer months.

Closed - Summer Hours

All Day
Orion Township Public Library, Virtual, Off Site

The Orion Library is closed on Sundays during the summer months.

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

The Orion Library is closed on Sundays during the summer months.

Closed - Summer Hours

All Day
Orion Township Public Library, Virtual, Off Site

The Orion Library is closed on Sundays during the summer months.

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

The Orion Library is closed on Sundays during the summer months.

Closed - Juneteenth

All Day
Orion Township Public Library, Virtual, Off Site

The Orion Library will be closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. Regular hours will resume on Saturday, June 20.

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

The Orion Library will be closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. Regular hours will resume on Saturday, June 20.