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Michigan in the Civil War Traveling Exhibit

All Day 2/1 - 4/30
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Lobby
Event Details:

Although no battles occurred on state soil, Michigan residents played a crucial role in the American Civil War, from the first shots at Fort Sumter, South Carolina until the final surrender at Appomattox Courthouse, Virginia.

English Language Learners (ELL)

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Wednesdays | 10:30 am 

Little Lit

11:00am - 11:45am
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
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.

Pet Pals

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

March is National Craft Month and we're going to make fun pet-themed crafts!

Malware, Spyware and Viruses

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults, 21+, Seniors
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Adults, 21+, Seniors
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Malware, spyware and viruses oh my! Learn how to protect yourself and your private data against thieves who want to steal it.

Minecraft Mania

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade, 6th - 8th Grade
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade, 6th - 8th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Enjoy creating in Minecraft? Try Minecraft fun IRL. Games, crafts, and more for the avid Minecraft fan. 

The Write Stuff Writer's Workshop

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
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.

Senior Social Hour

11:00am - 12:00pm
Seniors
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
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 of other seniors!

Techno Tag: Laser Tag

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade, 6th - 8th Grade
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade, 6th - 8th Grade
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Back by popular demand! Techno Tag, the ultimate mobile laser tag experience, returns to OTPL just in time to cap off Spring Break with an unforgettable adventure!

Little Lit

10:00am - 10:45am
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
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.

Little Lit

11:00am - 11:45am
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
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.

Supervisors Meeting

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room

Celebration Committee Meeting

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room

Little Lit

10:00am - 10:45am
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
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.

Little Lit

11:00am - 11:45am
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
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.

English Language Learners (ELL)

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Wednesdays | 10:30 am 

American Red Cross Blood Drive

10:30am - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Event Details:

Be a Lifesaver!  Donate blood at the Orion Library.  To schedule an appointment, visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive and enter the sponsor code:  orionlibrary.  Appointments can also be scheduled with Lori

Professional Headshot Photos

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Event Details:

Interested in taking a professional photo of yourself? A professional photography set-up is in the library to help you look your best.

Altered Book Art Club

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Event Details:

Come explore your creative side with an altered book journal! We will make fun crafty art "journals" by using old books; the cover and pages will be our canvas! Each month will feature a theme or prompt to explore.

Community Helpers Storytime: Police Officers

11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary: K - 2nd Grade
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary: K - 2nd Grade
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a special Storytime and meet officers from the Lake Orion Police Department and the Orion Township substation. We will read stories, dance, sing and learn more about these special helpers in our community. 

Dragon Tales

11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled hour of learning and creativity designed specifically for children in kindergarten through 3rd grade.

Little Lit

10:00am - 10:45am
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
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.

Little Lit

11:00am - 11:45am
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
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.

Special Needs Adult Programming (SNAP)

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Adults with special needs and their caregivers can join us for stories, songs, movement, and activities.  This month, participants will be making art with an instructor from the Orion Art Center.