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Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Program Type: Exhibition
Event Details:

This exhibit will be in the library's lobby during the month of April and May.  It provides details about the events and individuals involved with the Underground Railroad in Michigan and was developed by the Birmingham Museum.

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

6:30pm–7:30pm
Youth, Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: K - 2nd Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade
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.

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Trail Entrance / Parking Lot
Program Type: Lecture, Workshop
Event Details:

UPDATE: Due to visibility, the telescope/moon viewing session will take place on Monday, April 27 at 7pm.  The session on April 29 with be an indoor educational session.

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

Big Lit

10:00am–11:00am
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
Event Details:

Join your OTPL librarians in this big, huge, and highly interactive program where we reenact stories, lead dances, and other early literacy fun for a bigger crowd!

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

Little Lit

10:00am–10:45am
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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! 

This event is in the "Adults" group

English Language Learners (ELL)

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
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. 

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

Little Lit

11:00am–11:45am
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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! 

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

Moon Viewing with the Oakland Astronomy Club: Part 2

7:30pm–9:00pm
Youth, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

UPDATE: Due to visibility, the telescope/moon viewing session will take place on Monday, April 27 at 7pm.  The session on April 29 with be an indoor educational session.

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

Little Lit

10:00am–10:45am
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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! 

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

Little Lit

11:00am–11:45am
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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! 

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

Set-up and prep for the Library Celebration fundraising event.

Closing at 1:00 PM

1:00pm–7:00pm
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Denim & Diamonds Birthday Celebration

7:00pm–10:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Centennial
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Kick up your boots and add a little sparkle at this lively celebration of everything the library offers.

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Program Type: Exhibition
Event Details:

This exhibit will be in the library's lobby during the month of April and May.  It provides details about the events and individuals involved with the Underground Railroad in Michigan and was developed by the Birmingham Museum.

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

Free Comic Book Day

9:30am–4:30pm
Youth, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Youth, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Exhibition, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join the nationwide celebration of comics by picking up a free comic book! One per person, while supplies last.

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

Orion Library Film Society

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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 "6th - 8th Grade" group
This event is in the "9th - 12th Grade" group

Terracotta Pot Glow Up Party

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teens, 6th - 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Teens, 6th - 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get creative and give a simple terracotta pot a total glow-up! We’ll bring the paint, markers, stencils, and all the fun extras—you bring your imagination.

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Adult Department
Event Details:

Calling all artists!

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

Classic Michigan Food and Drinks

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lecture
Event Details:

Come learn about the many Michigan food and drink brands we know and love. Sure, Michigan invented ready-to-eat cereal (Kellogg's) and baby food (Gerber) - but did you know that Germack was the first company in America

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 - 2nd Grade" group

Community Helpers Storytime: Chefs

10:00am–11:00am
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 a chef from Palazzo di Bocce. We will read stories, dance, sing, and learn more about these special helpers in our community. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

English Language Learners (ELL)

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
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. 

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

Motor and Mingle: Sensory Play

10:00am–11:00am
Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Event Details:

Your little ones will enjoy moving around and exploring their gross and fine motor skills while you enjoy some time connecting with other adults.   

This event is in the "Adults" group

Altered Book Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
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!