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Spring Break for Kids

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“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 for Teens

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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.)

The Healing Power of Handwork

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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.

Local Author’s Fair

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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.

BIG Spring Book Sale

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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.

The Otsego Art Competition

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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.

Now Hiring – Substitute Library Clerk

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The Otsego District Library currently has (0) open positions.
Applications/Resumes are only accepted when an open position is available.

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION 

 

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.

Understanding and Creating Your Estate Plan

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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!

Cricut Maker 101 Classes

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November 13 @ 2:00 PM

Attend either class to learn about the library’s Cricut Maker, Heat Press, and the Design Space software. This beginner’s level class will feature permanent vinyl and heat transfer vinyl.

Dino Dance Party

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Saturday, November 23 from 10 AM – 12 PM

Preschool – 5th Grade

Get ready to party, because everyone knows dinosaurs love to dance! A fun and active dinosaur-themed dance party will have dinosaur crafts, activities, snacks, and of course, dino dancing!