Otsego District Public Library
INNOVATE • INTERACT • INSPIRE
Author, Ron Rademacher
Thursday, March 20 at 6:30 PM
Discover a group of walking trails in Michigan that are low on difficulty but way up there on fun and history. Most trails are gentle and family friendly, some are handicap accessible, and no special equipment is needed.
All of these trails have unique characteristics and are perfect for a wilderness walk with children or those who who struggle with difficult trails. This program is based roughly on his book, Trails & Treasures.
Beth Tidd, Beth’s Glass Creations
Friday, April 4 from 1-3 PM or Saturday, April 5 from 10 AM-Noon
(A third class will be offered on Saturday from 1-3:00 PM if classes fill.)
Beth will teach you the art of fused glass. Fusing glass is fun and makes great gifts!
Class size is limited to 25 participants (ADULTS ONLY). The cost is $25 (non-refundable) and pre-registration is required. The cost covers the instruction of class, your finished product (including the candle), and refreshments.
Visit Beth’s Facebook page at Beth’s Glass Creations to see more of her creations.
“Everything is Awesome”
LEGO Spring Break Events
Awesome LEGO Challenge
Monday, April 7 at 2 PM
Grades 3 – 12
Challenges will be given throughout the hour to make some awesome LEGO creations using the Library’s LEGO collection!
(Note: This program is for 3rd grade – high school.)
LEGO Construct and Create
Tuesday, April 8 at 10 AM
4 years old – 5th Grade
Construct with LEGOs and use LEGOs to create some fun art projects.
LEGO Bingo
Wednesday, April 9 at 10 AM
4 years old – 5th Grade
Play a fun game of LEGO Bingo and win awesome prizes!
The LEGO Movie
Thursday, April 10 @ 10 AM
Fun for the whole Family Come and watch The LEGO Movie while munching on popcorn. Discover how an ordinary LEGO construction worker is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil tyrant and makes everything awesome again.
(Note: Pillows and blankets are not allowed in the Library.)
Spring Break Programs
Awesome LEGO Challenge
Monday, April 7 at 2 PM
Grades 3 – 12
Challenges will be given throughout the hour to make some awesome LEGO creations using the Library’s LEGO collection!
(Note: This program is for 3rd grade – high school.)
Morse Code Bracelets
Tuesday, April 8 @ 2 PM
Middle School – High School
Make fun and fashionable bracelets that have a deep and inspirational meaning.
Acrylic Bookmarks
Wednesday, April 9 @ 2 PM
Middle School – High School
Use your imagination to create beautiful custom designed bookmarks.
The LEGO Movie
Thursday, April 10 @ 10 AM
Fun for the whole Family
Come and watch The LEGO Movie while munching on popcorn. Discover how an ordinary LEGO construction worker is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil tyrant and makes everything awesome again.
(Note: Pillows and blankets are not allowed in the Library.)
Carla Chase with CanDo Acres
Thursday, April 24 @ 6:30 PM
Using your hands in a creative way that allows you to give your mind a break, even if only briefly, can be benificial in many ways.
In this presentation we will explore the science behind this concept through a little experiment and learn ways to incorporate these ideas more fully into our lives.
Thursday, May 1 from 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
The library is hosting an Author’s Fair and you are invited to join the fun. Discover just how many local authors are in our community!
Authors will have a table and space to promote their work, sell books, and discuss writing with the community.
If you are a local author and are interested in joining the fair, please call or visit the library to reserve your spot.
The Friends of the Library are hosting a TWO DAY BIG Spring Book Sale!
Friday, April 25 from 9 AM – 6 PM
Saturday, April 26 from 9 AM – 1 PM
Who loves a book bargain?! We sure do!
Books will be on sale at discounted rates. Shelves inside the bookstore will be restocked with new titles after each sale.
Sponsored by the Otsego Arts Council
Saturday, May 3 –Saturday, May 10
The Otsego Art Competition 2025 will take place in the library’s large program room May 3-10. The public is welcome to view the art all week during open library hours.
Each person may vote for their favorite piece in both the adult and junior divisions. Voting will end Saturday, May 10 at Noon and the Awards Ceremony will take place immediately following from 1 – 2 PM.
Artists may contact Carmen Moore, cncmoore91@yahoo.com, (269) 286-9494 or Elizabeth Abbott, elizabeth.joy.abbott@gmail.com, (269)-355-0947.
The Otsego District Library currently has (0) open positions.
Applications/Resumes are only accepted when an open position is available.
If you have applied in the past at Otsego District Library and are still interested in working for the library, please reapply by updating and resending your application packet! Each round of applications, we only consider the submitted applications.
– Thank You
The Otsego District Library serves 14,230 residents with a budget of $518,000 and a staff of fifteen. In 2009, a beautiful new 18,000 square foot, LEED-Silver Level building opened for service to the community. A dedicated library millage voted in perpetuity provides 75% of the library’s operating revenue. The library has a staff known for its commitment to outstanding customer service and a supportive board that is responsive to the community. Otsego is located in beautiful southwest Michigan, fifteen miles north of Kalamazoo, thirty miles south of Grand Rapids, and only forty minutes from Lake Michigan. The Otsego area offers affordable living, excellent schools, convenient shopping, and an outstanding quality of life.
Applying for a position as a high school student? Questions on how to write a first time resume when you are still in high school? Click HERE for a helpful link.
Thursday, November 7 @ 6:30 PM
Elizabeth Robinson, Attorney at Law
Ginger Titus, CFP® Financial Advisor – Edward Jones
Everyone has an estate. What happens to your estate when you pass at any age can either be decided by you or by others. Come and learn how to understand all of the options to create your estate plan!
