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Spring Break for Teens/Tweens

March 16, 2023 | See all Announcements

SPRING BREAK for Teens/Tweens (Middle School – High School)
Come on over to the library during spring break for some springtime magically fun programs!

LEGO Lunacy
Monday, April 3 at 2 PM
Compete in a LEGO adventure building competition.
This event is for upper elementary- high school.

Design a Cricut T-Shirt
Tuesday, April 4 at 2 PM
Bring a t-shirt (in your size) to create with a pre-made Cricut design. Let the staff know if you’re unable to bring a shirt and would like to participate.

Pinocchio Movie Day
Wednesday, April 5 at 2 PM
(Rated: PG • Run Time: 1 hr 45 min)
Join us to watch the latest version of Disney’s Pinocchio while snacking on popcorn!

Sharpie Flower Pots
Thursday, April 6 at 2 PM
Use Sharpie markers to create a one-of-a -kind flower pot. Fill the flower pot with dirt and a plant provided by the library.

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Blandford Nature Center Circulating Pass

March 15, 2023 | See all Announcements

This circulating membership allows adult resident library members to use their library card to check out a free day pass to the Blandford Nature Center. The Otsego District Public Library recomends that you call and plan your vist ahead of time. The museum hours may change or the museum may be hosting special or free events. 

  • This pass allows FREE admission for up to six attendees in one visit.
  • The circulating membership allows adult resident library members to use their library card to check out a free admission pass to Blandford Nature Center.
  • Patrons must abide by all the policies and procedures of the nature center.
  • The circulating membership program is not eligible for early and discounted registration for programs, camps, CSA or other paid experiences.
  • ODPL patrons must be 18 years of age or older and a resident of Otsego District Public Library (nonresident reciprocal patrons excluded) to borrow a membership. They must present a current Otsego District Public Library library card OR a photo ID. A patron has 3 days to pickup a reserve circulating membership.
  • The pass must be returned directly to the ODPL staff at the circulation desk during regular library hours.
  • If the pass is not returned after 7 days, a late fee of $25.00 will be added to the patron’s account.
  • If the pass is damaged or lost while in patron’s possession which requires a replacement circulating pass, $110.00 will be added to the patron’s account.
  • If a patron has a circulating membership checked out, they cannot checkout another circulating membership.

Blandford Nature Center
1715 Hillburn Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 735-6240

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Allegan Brass Collective

March 10, 2023 | See all Announcements

March 16 @ 6:30 PM

The Allegan Brass Collective formed in 2017 as a fun way to spend a Sunday afternoon playing music. Since then, they have performed in the local area at festivals, churches, weddings, and schools.

This will be the Collective’s third time playing at the Otsego District Library, and they have a fun evening of oldies prepared for you. Join us for this family friendly concert with the Allegan Brass Collective.

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Abraham Lincoln A New Birth of Freedom

February 15, 2023 | See all Announcements

February 16 @ 6:30 PM

Presented by Kevin Wood

President Abraham Lincoln, in period dress, talks about his own life and the history of the USA from Independence through the Civil War, with a special emphasis on 12 turbulent years from 1854 to 1865 which nearly destroyed our young nation but instead eventually resulted in a “new birth of freedom”.

President Lincoln is portrayed by Kevin Wood, a professional Lincoln portrayer, who bears a remarkable resemblance to The Great Emancipator and who is extremely knowledgeable about his life and times. For more info about the presenter and the program, visit mrlincoln.com.

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Gerald R.Ford Presidential Museum Circulating Pass

February 1, 2023 | See all Announcements

This circulating membership allows adult resident library members to use their library card to check out a free day pass to Grand Rapids Children’s Museum (GRCM).

  • The circulating membership allows adult resident library members to use their library card to check out a free admission pass to Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum.
  • The pass entitles up to 6 guests (adults or children) to visit the museum one time free of charge, once per month.
  • Library patron must present circulating pass to the front desk of the museum.
  • A patron may only check out the circulating admission pass one time per year.
  • Patron is responsible to check the museum hours as they change regularly.
  • Patrons must abide by all the policies and procedures of the museum.
  • ODPL patrons must be 18 years of age or older and a resident of Otsego District Public Library (nonresident reciprocal patrons excluded) to borrow a membership. They must present a current Otsego District Public Library card OR a photo ID. A patron has 3 days to pickup a reserve circulating membership.
  • The pass must be returned directly to the ODPL staff at the circulation desk during regular library hours.
  • If the pass is damaged or lost while in patron’s possession which requires a replacement circulating pass, $10.00 will be added to the patron’s account.
  • If a patron has a circulating membership checked out, they cannot checkout another circulating membership.

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Read & Dine

January 3, 2023 | See all Announcements

Adult Winter Reading Program
January – March 31

Sign up to be part of Read & Dine Adult Winter Reading Program this winter! Read ten books and you can enter a drawing to 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 10 books will receive a cookbook (while supplies last).

Thank you to the Friends of the Library (2 Kindles and cookbooks) and local restaurants for sponsoring this program!

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Grand Rapids Children’s Museum Circulating Pass

December 28, 2022 | See all Announcements

This circulating membership allows adult resident library members to use their library card to check out a free day pass to Grand Rapids Children’s Museum (GRCM).

  • The pass entitles up to 6 guests (adults or children) to visit the museum one time free of charge.
  • Library patron must present photo ID and circulating pass to the front desk at GRCM.
  • A patron may only check out the GRCM circulating pass one time per year.
  • The pass is not valid at GRCM special events.
  • Patrons must abide by all GRCM policies and procedures.
  • ODPL patrons must be 18 years of age or older and a resident of Otsego District Public Library (nonresident reciprocal partons excluded) to borrow a membership.
  • They must present a current Otsego District Public Library library card OR a photo ID.
  • The pass must be returned directly to the ODPL staff at the circulation desk during regular library hours.
  • If the pass is not returned after 7 days, a late fee of $25.00 will be added to the patron’s account.
  • If the pass is damaged or lost while in patron’s possession which requires a replacement circulating pass, $25.00 will be added to the patron’s account.
  • If a patron has a circulating membership checked out, they cannot checkout another circulating membership.

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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

December 20, 2022 | See all Announcements

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl | Books & Writing AminoEarly Literacy Fundraiser
Tuesday, December 27 – Saturday, January 21

You’ve got a Golden Ticket for fun this winter at your library! Sponsored by generous donations from local businesses, the library’s large program room will be transformed into a life-size Wonka factory.

Tour the factory with your family and play a game based on the beloved books by Roald Dahl. The library collects a free-will donation during this event which will go towards new children’s materials. You don’t want to miss out on this SWEET event!

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Now Accepting Snow Plow Bids

October 31, 2022 | See all Announcements

The Otsego District Library is now accepting bids for plowing the entire library parking lot. Plowing is requested for when there are 3 inches of snow or more.

When needed, plowing must be done before library opens (9 AM Mon-Sat).

Please, contact Andrea Estelle, Library Director, with questions. Bids can be submitted in person at the library or via email to aestelle@otsegolibrary.org

Bids accepted through Tuesday, November 8, 2022

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Staff Training Day

September 30, 2022 | See all Announcements

Staff Training Day | LibraryThe library will be closed Monday, October 10 for staff training.

Thank you for your patience and allowing the staff to stay on top of the latest library procedures.

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