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Bounce and Boogie

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
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

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 "Adults" group

Dungeons and Dragons

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
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!

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

GAP @ OTPL

2:30pm–4:00pm
6th - 8th Grade
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 "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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Alzheimer's Caregivers 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.

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

Doggone Readers

6:30pm–7:30pm
Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: K - 2nd Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Youth Department
Age Group: Elementary: K - 5th Grade, Elementary: K - 2nd Grade, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Visit with one of our therapy dogs to practice your reading skills with a silent listener - the dog! Readers can collect stamps for a free book. Readers will be assigned a 15-minute timeslot upon arrival. 

Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sips and Pages Book Club

7:00pm–8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults
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 "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
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. 

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

Book Bunch

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, 21+, Seniors
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Adults, 21+, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

This month's book will be O, Pioneer's by Willa Cather.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Room B
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 "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! 

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

Hop into Hoopla

4:30pm–5:30pm
Adults, 21+, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: James Ingram Room
Age Group: Adults, 21+, Seniors
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hoopla is a digital borrowing service for libraries that provides access to audiobooks, eBooks, music, movies, magazines and tv shows, all free for Orion Township Public Library patrons!

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Senior Social Hour

11:00am–12:00pm
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!

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

Art Class with Ms. Halli: Collage

2:00pm–3:15pm
Youth, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Youth, Elementary: 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Youth" group

Dragon Tales

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

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

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Library Branch: Orion Township Public Library
Room: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Join Dr.

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

GAP @ OTPL

2:30pm–4:00pm
6th - 8th Grade
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Dine, Drink, and Discuss

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Orion Grill
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join us at Orion Grill, 3667 S, Baldwin Rd. for this monthly book discussion.

Mondays | 7 pm

This event is in the "Adults" group

Orion Historical Society

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