Otsego District Public Library
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The Friends of the Library are hosting a TWO DAY BIG Spring Book Sale!
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.
Dates:
Friday, April 26 – – – – – 9 AM – 6 PM
Saturday, April 27 – – – – 9 AM – 2 PM
Barb Bennett of ABC Barn Quilts
Friday, May 3 from 1-3:30 PM and Saturday, May 4 from 9-11:30 AM
A third class will be offered on Saturday from 12:30-3:00 PM if classes fill.
Back by popular demand! We are excited to have Barb back to help you create your own painted quilt block. Guided instruction will take you through the process of barn quilt painting from beginning to end.
All supplies included: 18”x18” primed board, paints, tools, patterns, AND cheerful instruction. Barn quilts will get framed and returned so they will be safe to display outdoors. Class size is limited to 25 participants (ADULTS ONLY).
The cost is $40 and pre-registration is required (non-refundable). The cost covers the instruction of class, your finished product, and refreshments.
Susie Marsh with Susie’s Organization Solutions
Thursday, March 28 at 6:30 PM
This presentation will help kick start your de-cluttering and organizing projects as the winter fades and the anticipation of spring is in the air!
Susie Marsh will share tips & tricks for organizing spaces in your home. She will also show you how to utilize organizing products and give you strategies to maximize the functionality of your spaces.
Let’s get organized!
Saturday, March 16 from 10 AM – Noon
Preschool – 5th Grade
“What’s up, party people?!”
Bluey is the wildly popular Disney+ cartoon about an Australian dog family of four. If your child is a fan of the Heeler pup family and their crew of lovable pals, then you will definitely want to attend (Mum and Dad too!).
Drop in to have some fun with Bluey and Bingo at this lively party. Celebrate with the whole Heeler family while you enjoy games, crafts, activities and snacks.
This is going to be a whackadoo party – hope to see you there, Matey!
January 1 – March 30
Sign up to be part of Read & Dine Adult Winter Reading Program this winter! Read ten books and you can enter a drawing to possibly win a Kindle Fire or a $25 gift card to a local restaurant.
Reading logs will be available at the circulation desk or at our drive-thru pickup window.
ALL Participants who finish reading all 10 books will receive a cookbook (while supplies last). Thank you to the Friends of the Library (Kindle and cookbooks) and local restaurants for sponsoring this program!
Tiny Tots
January 30 – May 7 (No meet-up on April 2)
Tuesdays at 10 AM
Ages 0-24
Months Sing, read, and play with your little ones and friends!
Music and Movement
January 31 – May 8 (No meet-up on April 3)
Wednesdays at 10 AM
Ages 0-5
Relieve cabin fever with singing, dancing, movement activities, and sensory play!
Storytime
February 1 – May 9
Special Pajama Storytime April 3 – See Spring Break Info
Thursdays at 10 AM
Ages 0-5
Each session includes a fun theme with stories, songs, and a craft.
Teen Scene
February 1 and March 7 (Special Spring Break Event – April 4)
1st Thursday at 4 PM
Hang out with us – play games, watch movies, and eat snacks. Featuring Nintendo Switch consoles and fun tabletop games.
Art Hub
March 14 and April 11 (Special Valentine’s Day Art Party – February 8)
2nd Thursday at 4 PM
Create beautiful and fun pieces of art at this art club! The crafts at these meetups are more advanced and picked for teens/tweens – drawing, painting, crafting and more!
Creative Writing Club
February 15, March 21, and April 18
3rd Thursday at 4 PM
Do you LOVE to write? Join us as we write together and share short stories, original writing pieces, and ideas. All writing styles are welcome.
Sweet & Salty Book Club
February 22, March 28, and April 25
4th Thursday at 4 PM
Discuss what we are reading over snacks! Choose any book to read and share with the group! Ask a staff member about new/popular book suggestions!
Monday, March 4
11 AM – 4:15 PM
Be a hero and donate blood! Make your appointment at www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS.
Gary Miller, Certified Green Industry Professional – Wedel’s Nursery
Thursday, March 7 at 6:30 PM
Native plants – we hear the term, but what exactly does it mean? In this green thumb program, you will learn the benefits of using native plants in your home gardens and landscapes.
Native plants are low maintenance, conserve water, and provide the necessary food and habitats for wildlife. Many of our beloved butterflies and pollinators depend on very specific plant species.
Learning about and incorporating these native plants in your yard will help to support these nature superstars!
Chasing North Star
Presented by Author Heidi McCrary
Thursday, October 19 at 6:30 PM
An Otsego graduate, author Heidi McCrary’s debut novel, Chasing North Star borrows heavily from her time growing up in Alamo, just a short drive from Otsego. Described as dark humor, the story tells the tale of a band of siblings growing up with a mentally unstable mother who can’t help herself, and their journey to finding forgiveness. This bittersweet coming-of-age story features many locations and events that local readers will find especially entertaining. Learn more about Heidi at www. heidimccrary.net and www.facebook.com/HeidiMcCraryAuthor. Signed copies of “Chasing North Star” will be available for purchase after the presentation.
PLEASE NOTE:
Call the library at the Drive-Thru Pickup Window or ring the doorbell for reserve pickup service.
