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Alzheimer's Caregiver's Support Group

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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.

Little Lit

11:00am - 11:45am
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
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.

Sips and Pages Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
9th - 12th Grade, Adults, 21+, Seniors
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!

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.

Book Bunch

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Seniors
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

All are welcome to join in this lively book discussion!

The Write Stuff Writer's Workshop

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

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

12:00pm - 1:00pm
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!

Art Class with Ms. Halli

2:00pm - 3:15pm
Youth
Registration
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Learn and explore different art techniques and materials while you create your very own masterpieces.

Storytelling with Anna (from Frozen)

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

Join local youth actors and storytellers from Oxford Wildcat Professional Theatre Co. As they lead a fun storytelling event starring Anna from Frozen. Includes craft activities.  

Novel Connections

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
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.

Sensory Movie

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
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+.

Dine, Drink, and Discuss

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
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

Orion Historical Society

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
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.

Geri-Fit Exercise Program for Seniors

10:30am - 11:30am
Seniors
Registration
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Room B
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Have fun with others while exercising in a chair with weights. Following videos and led by a trained coach, Geri-Fit classes combine strength and balance training to rebuild strength that's been lost through the aging process. 

Wafflin' Around

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
Event Details:

We will celebrate everything waffles. Create some crafts and enjoy waffle themed activities. 

Rather Be Reading Book Club

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Youth, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade
Event Details:

If you would rather be reading, then join us for this book club. Read the title ahead of the meeting date and then we will gather to discuss and enjoy activities based on the book. Titles for the meetings are:  

Electric Vehicles: Are We There Yet? with Skalnek Ford

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
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.

Baby Art

11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth, Infants, Toddlers
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Infants, Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Little artists birth to age 2 are invited to make their own masterpieces.

Thursday Afternoon Book Club

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults
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

Makerspace Office Hours

6:00pm - 9:00pm
Adults
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.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Room B

North Oakland Genealogical Society (NOGS)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults, 21+, Seniors
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.

Maker Fair

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade, Teens, 6th - 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade, Adults, 21+, Seniors
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