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Maker Fair

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, Makerspace
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Teens, 6th - 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade, Adults, 21+, Seniors

Join hosts from i3Detroit Makerspace, Lake Orion High School & Waldon Middle School Robotics Teams, and the Library’s own Makerspace team to learn about creative & maker technology, augmented reality, experiment with fun

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

Join hosts from i3Detroit Makerspace, Lake Orion High School & Waldon Middle School Robotics Teams, and the Library’s own Makerspace team to learn about creative & maker technology, augmented reality, experiment with fun

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

Oakland University Faculty Recital Series - Drake Dantzler, tenor and Victoria Shively, piano

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

The Oakland University School of Music, Theatre, and Dance faculty recital series continues with tenor Drake Dantzler and pianist Victoria Shively.

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

The Oakland University School of Music, Theatre, and Dance faculty recital series continues with tenor Drake Dantzler and pianist Victoria Shively.

This event is in the "Adults" group

SNAP

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Adults with special needs and their caregivers can join us for stories, songs, movement, and activities.  

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

Adults with special needs and their caregivers can join us for stories, songs, movement, and activities.  

This event is in the "6th - 8th Grade" group

GAP @ OTPL

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
ThinkLink
Age Group:
6th - 8th Grade

Join the latest GAP activity at the library. Lake Orion Middle school students in grades 6-8 are invited to participate in an exciting after-school program featuring crafts, activities, games, snacks, and more.

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: 6th - 8th Grade
Program Type: ThinkLink
Event Details:

Join the latest GAP activity at the library. Lake Orion Middle school students in grades 6-8 are invited to participate in an exciting after-school program featuring crafts, activities, games, snacks, and more.

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, 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 "Infants" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Intergenerational Storytime @ Pomeroy Senior Living

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Pomeroy Living Orion at Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers

We welcome caregivers and children ages 0-5 to join senior residents for a storytime, encouraging social interaction between generations.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Pomeroy Living Orion
Age Group: Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

We welcome caregivers and children ages 0-5 to join senior residents for a storytime, encouraging social interaction between generations.

This event is in the "Adults" group

English Language Learners (ELL)

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
James Ingram Room at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

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 great learning experience as well as an opportunity to meet people. 

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

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 great learning experience as well as an opportunity to meet people. 

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

Windows 11

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
James Ingram Room at Orion Township Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, 21+, Seniors

Come learn the fundamentals of navigating Windows 11. Learn how to find what you need, organize your files, and personalize your experience.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Adults, 21+, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come learn the fundamentals of navigating Windows 11. Learn how to find what you need, organize your files, and personalize your experience.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group

1, 2, 3, Play with Me

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers

Spend time together at this four-week parent child workshop. Have time to play, experience art activities, and meet new friends.

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spend time together at this four-week parent child workshop. Have time to play, experience art activities, and meet new friends.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group

1, 2, 3, Play with Me

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers

Spend time together at this four-week parent child workshop. Have time to play, experience art activities, and meet new friends.

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spend time together at this four-week parent child workshop. Have time to play, experience art activities, and meet new friends.

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.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, February 26, 2026 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
This event is in the "Adults" group

The Write Stuff Writer's Workshop

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
James Ingram Room at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
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: James Ingram Room
Age Group: 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 "Seniors" group

Senior Social Hour

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
James Ingram Room at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Seniors

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!

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
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!

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

5th Grade Battle of the Books 2026

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Waldon Middle School at Off Site
Program Type:
ThinkLink
Age Group:
Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade

Teams of 5th graders converge to battle quiz show style at Waldon Middle School. Parents, teachers, and mentors are invited to watch!   

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Waldon Middle School
Age Group: Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: ThinkLink
Event Details:

Teams of 5th graders converge to battle quiz show style at Waldon Middle School. Parents, teachers, and mentors are invited to watch!   

This event is in the "Adults" group

Become a Local Historian

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
James Ingram Room at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Centennial, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

If you're interested in helping preserve Orion history, join us for this informative program.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Centennial, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you're interested in helping preserve Orion history, join us for this informative program.

This event is in the "6th - 8th Grade" group

GAP @ OTPL

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
ThinkLink
Age Group:
6th - 8th Grade

Join the latest GAP activity at the library. Lake Orion Middle school students in grades 6-8 are invited to participate in an exciting after-school program featuring crafts, activities, games, snacks, and more.

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: 6th - 8th Grade
Program Type: ThinkLink
Event Details:

Join the latest GAP activity at the library. Lake Orion Middle school students in grades 6-8 are invited to participate in an exciting after-school program featuring crafts, activities, games, snacks, and more.

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 "Adults" group

English Language Learners (ELL)

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
James Ingram Room at Orion Township Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

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 great learning experience as well as an opportunity to meet people. 

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

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 great learning experience as well as an opportunity to meet people. 

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 4:30pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library

Be a lifesaver!  Donate blood at the Orion Library!

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Event Details:

Be a lifesaver!  Donate blood at the Orion Library!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Altered Book Club

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B at Orion Township Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Come explore your creative side with an altered book journal! We will make no or low-pressure raw technique and experimental "journals" by using old books; the cover and pages will be our canvas!

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

Come explore your creative side with an altered book journal! We will make no or low-pressure raw technique and experimental "journals" by using old books; the cover and pages will be our canvas!

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

Bounce and Boogie

Saturday, March 7, 2026 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

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!

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

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

Orion Library Film Society

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
James Ingram Room at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Let’s talk movies! Watch the movie with us at the Library, or come prepared to talk about the movie after viewing it from Kanopy or our DVD collection. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let’s talk movies! Watch the movie with us at the Library, or come prepared to talk about the movie after viewing it from Kanopy or our DVD collection. 

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

Dungeons and Dragons

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Linda Sickles Meeting Room A at Orion Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

During the first hour, learn to create your own custom Dungeons and Dragons character.  In the second hour, you will be able to put your new character into action in a one-shot campaign!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

During the first hour, learn to create your own custom Dungeons and Dragons character.  In the second hour, you will be able to put your new character into action in a one-shot campaign!