Otsego District Public Library
INNOVATE • INTERACT • INSPIRE
September 9 – November 18
Ages 4 Years Old – 5th Grade
Join your friends after school to build great structures and create beautiful art projects. Each week there will be different building sets and art materials to get your imagination and creative juices flowing!
September 19 @ 10:00 AM
Coffee & Conversations meets on the 3rd Friday of each month at 10 AM.
August 15, September 19, October 17, and November 21
Join your community friends for some coffee, tea, and yummy treats while having lively discussions.
September 19 @ 1:00 PM
Get Crafty – Make and Take Crafts meets on the 3rd Friday at 1 PM
August 15, September 19, October 17, and November 21
Create a fun craft for free! Learn new crafting techniques in a low-pressure environment – no skill required. These are adult only events.
August – Fancy Upcycled Envelopes
September – Birch Tree Resist Paintings
October – Yarn Wrapped Pumpkins
November – Holiday Decor
The library will be closed for the holiday.
CLOSED: Labor Day
August 30 – September 1
Have a safe and happy holiday with your family and friends!
The Otsego District Library currently has (1) open position.
Applications/Resumes are only accepted when an open position is available.
LIBRARY CLERK – JOB POSTING AND DETAILS
Please see above employment application and job posting
information above. Applicants must apply for an open position using the method of application mentioned in the job posting descrtiption details. Paper applications are not accepted. The library only accepts applications 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.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a fundamental principle at the Otsego District Public Library, where employment opportunities, development and advancement are based on job qualifications without discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, height, weight, familial status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
The Otsego District Public Library’s commitment to equal opportunity is applied to all personnel policies and practices, including but not limited to, recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination as well as social and recreational activities. The library will make reasonable accommodations for employees and job applicants with disabilities.
The library respects the diversity that exists within our community and among our employees and strives to maintain a workplace culture based on inclusiveness where respect, equity and positive recognition of differences are cultivated.
The Otsego District Public Library is officially a “Partner Library” in the Libby App! This is HUGE news!
Get more access with your Southwest Michigan Digital Library member library card! Borrow titles from any of these collections:
What does this mean?
Libby partner libraries are libraries that allow users to borrow eBooks and audiobooks from each other using their home library card within the Libby app. This feature expands access to a wider collection of digital materials without needing separate accounts at each participating library.
How to find and add partner libraries in Libby?
> ADD LIBRARY
What Is Libby?
FREE eBooks, Audiobooks, and Magazines with your library card!
Libby is a free app where you can enjoy ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your public library. You can stream titles with Wi-Fi or mobile data, or download them for offline use and read anytime, anywhere. All you need to get started is a library card.
CLICK HERE to download the Libby app!
Visit the library FOUR Thursday evenings in August for an outdoor concert on the lawn. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and your family and friends to enjoy great FREE entertainment. Popcorn will be provided by the Friends of the Library and bottled water will be available for $1.
The Kennedy Affair
Thursday, August 7
Hailing from Kalamazoo, The Kennedy Affair delivers a raw Texas blues sound infused with elements of R&B, rock, and soul. Known for their captivating, high-energy performances, they play a mix of 60’s to contemporary blues hits and original compositions, making them a sought-after act for festivals and live music venues throughout West Michigan.
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UP AND COMING CONCERTS
Tyler Roy
Thursday, August 14
Originating from Battle Creek, Michigan, Tyler Roy is a Nashville-recorded country artist celebrated for his high-energy shows that blend original songs with country and rock covers. With over a decade of touring experience, he has opened for notable famous artists, and his songwriting prowess earned him top 10 placements on WOTV Idol in Grand Rapids for two consecutive years.
LaJoye Quartet
Thursday, August 21
Based in Hastings, LaJoye Quartet comprises seasoned West Michigan musicians whose collective experience exceeds 200 years. Specializing in jazz and easy listening, they perform timeless tunes from the Great American Songbook, drawing inspiration from legends like Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, and Diana Krall.
Allegan Brass Collective
Thursday, August 28
The Allegan Brass Collective, formed in 2017, is a dynamic brass ensemble known for delivering vibrant performances at community events, churches, and festivals across West Michigan. Their repertoire spans various genres, including pop, showcasing their versatility and commitment to engaging audiences with lively brass music.
Visit the library FOUR Thursday evenings in August for an outdoor concert on the lawn. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and your family and friends to enjoy great FREE entertainment. Popcorn will be provided by the Friends of the Library and bottled water will be available for $1.
THIS WEEK:
Tyler Roy
Thursday, August 14
Originating from Battle Creek, Michigan, Tyler Roy is a Nashville-recorded country artist celebrated for his high-energy shows that blend original songs with country and rock covers. With over a decade of touring experience, he has opened for notable famous artists, and his songwriting prowess earned him top 10 placements on WOTV Idol in Grand Rapids for two consecutive years.
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UP AND COMING CONCERTS:
LaJoye Quartet
Thursday, August 21
Based in Hastings, LaJoye Quartet comprises seasoned West Michigan musicians whose collective experience exceeds 200 years. Specializing in jazz and easy listening, they perform timeless tunes from the Great American Songbook, drawing inspiration from legends like Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, and Diana Krall.
Allegan Brass Collective
Thursday, August 28
The Allegan Brass Collective, formed in 2017, is a dynamic brass ensemble known for delivering vibrant performances at community events, churches, and festivals across West Michigan. Their repertoire spans various genres, including pop, showcasing their versatility and commitment to engaging audiences with lively brass music.
Visit the library FOUR Thursday evenings in August for an outdoor concert on the lawn. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and your family and friends to enjoy great FREE entertainment. Popcorn will be provided by the Friends of the Library and bottled water will be available for $1.
THIS WEEK:
LaJoye Quartet
Thursday, August 21
Based in Hastings, LaJoye Quartet comprises seasoned West Michigan musicians whose collective experience exceeds 200 years. Specializing in jazz and easy listening, they perform timeless tunes from the Great American Songbook, drawing inspiration from legends like Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, and Diana Krall.
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UP AND COMING CONCERT:
Allegan Brass Collective
Thursday, August 28
The Allegan Brass Collective, formed in 2017, is a dynamic brass ensemble known for delivering vibrant performances at community events, churches, and festivals across West Michigan. Their repertoire spans various genres, including pop, showcasing their versatility and commitment to engaging audiences with lively brass music.
Visit the library FOUR Thursday evenings in August for an outdoor concert on the lawn. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and your family and friends to enjoy great FREE entertainment. Popcorn will be provided by the Friends of the Library and bottled water will be available for $1.
THIS WEEK:
Allegan Brass Collective
Thursday, August 28
The Allegan Brass Collective, formed in 2017, is a dynamic brass ensemble known for delivering vibrant performances at community events, churches, and festivals across West Michigan. Their repertoire spans various genres, including pop, showcasing their versatility and commitment to engaging audiences with lively brass music.
