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The Write Stuff Writer's Workshop

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Youth Activity Room at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Writer's Workshop:

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: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Linocut Printmaking

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
James Ingram Room at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Professional artist Ashley Waddell will teach the basics of linocut printmaking and instruct patrons on how to make tiles which can be printed next to each other to create a seamle...

Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Professional artist Ashley Waddell will teach the basics of linocut printmaking and instruct patrons on how to make tiles which can be printed next to each other to create a seamless pattern.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Language Learners (ELL)

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 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 is a ...

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

Wednesdays | 10:30 am 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cook the Book

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Room B 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 B
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.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Language Learners (ELL)

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 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 is a ...

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

Wednesdays | 10:30 am 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pewabic Pottery

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Founded in 1903, Pewabic is one of the oldest continually operating potteries in the country.  Explore images from the Pewabic archives during this presentation as they guide ...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lecture
Event Details:

Founded in 1903, Pewabic is one of the oldest continually operating potteries in the country.  Explore images from the Pewabic archives during this presentation as they guide you through over a century of handcrafting pottery and

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "21+" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Cutting the Cord: Sports Edition

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
James Ingram Room at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults, 21+, Seniors
Event Details:

Sick of cable? Want to watch the Big Game but don’t know what to choose? Come check out information on the different options and cut that cord, just in time for the 2025 Super Bowl...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Adults, 21+, Seniors
Program Type: Lecture
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Sick of cable? Want to watch the Big Game but don’t know what to choose? Come check out information on the different options and cut that cord, just in time for the 2025 Super Bowl. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Take & Make: Bird Seed Ornament

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30pm
Friends Reading Room at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Take & Make
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Pick up a kit to make a winter treat for our flying feathered friends. You will get all the supplies to create DIY bird seed ornament, including a cookie cutter made on our Makersp...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Friends Reading Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Take & Make
Event Details:

Pick up a kit to make a winter treat for our flying feathered friends. You will get all the supplies to create DIY bird seed ornament, including a cookie cutter made on our Makerspace 3D printer.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Women of the Watch

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Youth, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

“Women of the Watch, Keepers of the Light,” written and performed by Anna Kamryn Marck, is an uplifting 45-minutes of music, laughter, and simple honest storytelling. The play foll...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

“Women of the Watch, Keepers of the Light,” written and performed by Anna Kamryn Marck, is an uplifting 45-minutes of music, laughter, and simple honest storytelling.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Alzheimer's Caregiver's Support Group

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 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.

This event is in the "9th - 12th Grade" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "21+" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Sips and Pages Book Club

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
In the Community at 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...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: In the Community
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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Language Learners (ELL)

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 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 is a ...

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

Wednesdays | 10:30 am 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Novel Connections

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends Reading Room at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Held in our Friends Reading Room, this organized read-up for ADULTS ONLY is a social time for readers as an alternative to the bar scene. Bring a book that you are currently readin...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Friends Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Held in our Friends Reading Room, this organized read-up for ADULTS ONLY is a social time for readers as an alternative to the bar scene.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sensory Movie

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Kick off your summer with a sensory-friendly movie experience! We welcome adults with special needs and sensory-seeking adults to this program for ages 18+. Chairs will be availabl...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Kick off your summer with a sensory-friendly movie experience! We welcome adults with special needs and sensory-seeking adults to this program for ages 18+.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dine, Drink, and Discuss

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Opa Food & Spirits at Off Site
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us at Opa Food & Spirits, 600 S Lapeer Rd. for this monthly book discussion.Mondays | 7 pmDecember 16: The House of Broken Angels by Luis Alberto UrreaJanuary 13...

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Opa Food & Spirits
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join us at Opa Food & Spirits, 600 S Lapeer Rd. for this monthly book discussion.

Mondays | 7 pm

December 16: The House of Broken Angels by Luis Alberto Urrea

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Orion Historical Society

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
James Ingram Room at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
OHS:

Visit the Orion Historical Society and learn about LOcal history. New meeting dates (the 3rd Monday of the month at 7 pm) and a fresh new format, including a theme and/or speaker e...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Meeting

Visit the Orion Historical Society and learn about LOcal history. New meeting dates (the 3rd Monday of the month at 7 pm) and a fresh new format, including a theme and/or speaker each meeting. Join us to get involved in projects to preserve and promote the history of Orion Township and The Village. New members are always welcome. No December or July meetings. Check us out on Facebook.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Language Learners (ELL)

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 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 is a ...

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

Wednesdays | 10:30 am 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Electric Vehicles: Are We There Yet? with Skalnek Ford

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

What’s the deal with electric cars? Learn the ins and outs of electric vehicles and all you need to know about the infrastructure surrounding it. Car fans and curious minds, we hop...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Event Details:

What’s the deal with electric cars? Learn the ins and outs of electric vehicles and all you need to know about the infrastructure surrounding it. Car fans and curious minds, we hope to show you some cool new electric vehicles.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Thursday Afternoon Book Club

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
James Ingram Room at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

December 19: Bring your 2024 Favorite  January 16: Table for Two by Amor Towles  February 20: The Briar Club by Kate Quinn

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

December 19: Bring your 2024 Favorite 
January 16: Table for Two by Amor Towles 
February 20: The Briar Club by Kate Quinn

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Makerspace Office Hours

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Makerspace at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Interested in learning about makerspace equipment? Have a question? Need some guidance or inspiration for your project? Drop in and meet with our makerspace librarian and start cre...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Event Details:

Interested in learning about makerspace equipment? Have a question? Need some guidance or inspiration for your project? Drop in and meet with our makerspace librarian and start creating.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "21+" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

North Oakland Genealogical Society (NOGS)

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
James Ingram Room at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Adults, 21+, Seniors
NOGS:

For anyone with an interest in genealogy and family history research.

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Adults, 21+, Seniors
Program Type: Meeting

For anyone with an interest in genealogy and family history research.

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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "6th - 8th Grade" group.
This event is in the "9th - 12th Grade" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "21+" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Maker Fair

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade, Teens, 6th - 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade, Adults, 21+, Seniors
Event Details:

Join hosts from i3Detroit Makerspace, Lake Orion High School and Waldon Middle School Robotics Teams to learn about creative technology, create in augmented reality, play with robo...

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade, Teens, 6th - 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade, Adults, 21+, Seniors
Program Type: Makerspace
Event Details:

Join hosts from i3Detroit Makerspace, Lake Orion High School and Waldon Middle School Robotics Teams to learn about creative technology, create in augmented reality, play with robots, explore coding, and much more! This program is generously

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Language Learners (ELL)

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 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 is a ...

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

Wednesdays | 10:30 am 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "21+" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Family Feud Library Edition

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 21+, Seniors
Event Details:

Survey Says, get ready for a fun and educational twist on the classic game show with Family Feud: Library Edition! In this interactive program, teams of family, friends, or library...

Required
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults, 21+, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Survey Says, get ready for a fun and educational twist on the classic game show with Family Feud: Library Edition! In this interactive program, teams of family, friends, or library patrons go head-to-head to answer survey-based questions.