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Children’s Summer Reading Program
(Birth – 5th Grade)
Saturday, June 27 – August 1

Once Upon a Time…this is how most fairy tales begin. The Otsego District Library is writing a revised tale for our Summer Reading Program. Ironically, the theme for this year’s Summer Reading Programs is “IMAGINE YOUR STORY”. We all need to re-imagine the world we are presently living in. The library is excited for you to IMAGINE YOUR STORY along with us this summer.

This is an easy program to record your child’s reading progress and set personal goals. The minimum goal for children is to read 20 days, but we encourage you to set the amount of days that seems right for your story.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE CHILDREN’S SUMMER READING PROGRAM – Registration begins Monday, June 22.

Library programs in the building will not be allowed this summer, but we are busy imagining what virtual programs we can offer.

We hope you and your children can “IMAGINE YOUR STORY” this summer along with the library.

Grand Prizes & Finisher Prize Bags (For all ages)
All participants who reach their reading goal will receive an awesome finisher bag filled with a book plus activities they can do at home and in their own backyards.

Finisher Prize Bags donated by the Friends of the Library – bags will be available for pickup late summer.

Gift cards will be awarded as Grand Prizes to some of the lucky participants donated by Meijer!
–   First Prize $300 Meijer Gift Card
–   Second Prize $200 Meijer Gift Card
–   Third Prize $100 Meijer Gift Card
–   EIGHT $50 Meijer Gift Cards

Do you have a middle school or high school student? Click HERE for more information on the Teen & Tween Summer Reading Program!

Click HERE for the Summer Newsletter with all of the details on summer reading!

Teen & Tween Summer Reading Program
(Middle School – High School)
Saturday, June 27 – August 1

For the first time in Otsego Library history we will be offering an ONLINE summer reading program through Wandoo Reader. Set a goal and track your reading while participating in online challenges. The minimum goal for each teen and tween is to read FIVE age appropriate books.

Library programs in the building will not be allowed this summer, but we are busy imagining what virtual programs we can offer. Check out the Children’s Summer Reading Program Page for details on Grand Prizes and Finisher Prize Bags.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE TEEN AND TWEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM – Registration begins Monday, June 22.

Grand Prizes & Finisher Prize Bags (For all ages)
All participants who reach their reading goal will receive an awesome finisher bag filled with a book plus activities they can do at home and in their own backyards.

Finisher Prize Bags donated by the Friends of the Library – bags will be available for pickup late summer.

Gift cards will be awarded as Grand Prizes to some of the lucky participants donated by Meijer!
–   First Prize $300 Meijer Gift Card
–   Second Prize $200 Meijer Gift Card
–   Third Prize $100 Meijer Gift Card
–   EIGHT $50 Meijer Gift Cards

Do you have an elementary school or younger aged child? Click HERE for more information on the Children’s Summer Reading Program!

Click HERE for the Summer Newsletter with all of the details on summer reading!

We are so excited to be offering a Drive-Thru Pickup Window to our patrons!

The window is located directly after our materials return slots. Please, return materials before the pick-up window.

Log into your library account and place your reserves at otsegolibrary.org and pick them up after you have been emailed that they are available. All you need is your library card number. Give us a call at (269)694-9690 if you are having trouble logging into your account. NO REQUESTS AT THE DRIVE UP WINDOW.

Please remember that the drive-thru has one way access. Do not pass other vehicles. For your safety we are not allowing walk-up or bicycle access – please remain in your vehicle.

Open window hours will be: Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat 10-3.

Because we do not know the volume of cars to expect at first, we request that you enter on Platt Street and pull up to the library’s marked drive thru pickup window (just beyond the drive thru book drop). Please do not block Dix Street waiting in line. Use the Platt Street entrance instead.

Library staff will be at the curbside window. There is a two-way intercom. Staff will request your library card number, please have this handy to read to them. They will not be collecting your physical card. If you do not have a library card, they will ask an identifying verification question to confirm your identity. Staff will checkout your holds to you, and deliver them through the window. Your items will be slid out the window to you in a bag inside a tub.

Items requested will be held for 7 days before being returned to the shelves. Fines may not be paid at the window. Please utilize the book drop for book returns. Staff will NOT take returned items at the window. Please call the library with any issues with your library card do not address library issues at the curbside window. The drive thru pickup is for drive thru pickup of holds ONLY. ABSOLUTELY NO WALK-UP or BICYCLE CHECKOUTS at the window, FOR YOUR SAFETY THE DRIVE-UP WINDOW IS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES ONLY and all patrons must remain inside of their vehicle.

Staff will only bring items to the window that are already on hold via the methods described above. Please do not pull up the window and then request your items.

Regular material limits and checkout rules, and fees for lost/damaged items apply.

We will also offer Interlibrary loan via curbside pickup when the Melcat service returns.

Enjoy the new Drive Thru Window Pickup Service at YOUR library!

Learn a new language for FREE in your own time!

Rocket Languages is an award-winning interactive online language learning system.

The multi-faceted, comprehensive system allows patrons to learn conversational language at their own pace. The DRM-free program allows patrons to fully utilize Rocket Language’s easy to access downloadable lessons, games and more. Patrons continue to access their program until they determine they have completed the course.

CLICK HERE to speak and understand a new language faster!

Each Language Learning Program Includes:
• 62 hours of interactive instruction
• 17 grammar and culture lessons
• Over 340 grammar exercises
• Self-testing
• Interactive Audio tracks
• MegaWord word building games

Library Features:
• Unlimited simultaneous usage
• Unlimited patron downloads (MP3) that never expire
• Unlimited patron streaming anywhere
• No DRM
• Real-time reporting on usage
• Library system authentication

Have you looked at the MeL eResources list yet?

The Michigan eLibrary (MeL) is a statewide service of the Library of Michigan, an agency of the Michigan Department of Education. The Library of Michigan works with the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) to provide MeL services.

There are a ton of amazing databases that you can access from home. These resources cover a variety of topics that cover auto repair, scholastic educational courses, career exploration, and so much more!

These eResources are for children, teens, and adults.

Go to https://mel.org/az.php to find out more about what you can learn in your free time!

ODL Coronavirus Disease 2019 Update (COVID-19)

The Otsego District Library truly cares about our community, our patrons, and our staff.

Many of our patrons fall into the at-risk category for Coronavirus. We urge you to stay home and not visit the library if you feel sick or have any of the symptoms of Coronavirus or if you are an at-risk individual.

In light of the recommendations of Governor Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to slow the spread, we are closely monitoring the situation and taking the preventative measures recommended, including:

• The Otsego District Library is Temporarily Closed until further notice
• Per recommendations to limit large group gatherings, all library programs are cancelled until further notice.
• We request that staff and patrons who are feeling sick stay home.
• The community puzzle has been put away temporarily, as well as toys that are hard to sanitize in the children’s area.
• There is a hand sanitizer station available at the entry to the library.
• There are disinfectant wipes available to wipe down computer workstations.
• The library will remain open during regular hours. We hope to continue to provide you with the WiFi and access to information that you need to continue your daily school and business work.
• The library will not be disinfecting library materials (books and movies), as the CDC has declared this as ineffective. However, library staff will work diligently to clean surfaces and touch points in the library.
• We urge patrons to check out some of the library’s digital services: Rocket Languages and Libby!

Helpful Coronavirus information can be found at:

https://www.michigan.gov/coronavirus 

Thank you for your patience and understanding during this time. You are truly an awesome community and we will do our best to continue to serve you in the safest way possible!

Andrea Estelle
Otsego District Library Director

NOTE: There will be no library fines accrued during the closure, late fees will be waived. If you feel like you would prefer to stay home you do not need to return materials during this time period. Fines from before this time period and lost/damaged items are not included. Please see the previous posting about an update from the library regarding Coronavirus. 

Click HERE to read the recommendation from Governor Gretchen Whitmer.

For those who are limiting their exposure by staying home but still wish to use library services, remember that ODLP offers a large variety of digital materials through Overdrive/Libby, Rocket Languages, and so many more. Click HERE for more information on digital downloads.

Celebrate winter at the library during your winter school break!

Winter Crafternoon
Wednesday, February 19 at 2 PM
Create fun winter-themed crafts.
Take your creations home, but leave the mess behind.

Winter Lego Creations
Friday, February 21 at 2 PM
Use the library’s Lego collection and your imagination to create winter wonderland scenes with your friends.

Friday, February 14 at 4 PM

Single…? Taken…? Who cares, YOU’RE AWESOME!!

Join us to celebrate being “in love” with your date, your friends, or just yourself!

Games, crafts, prizes, and snacks.