Adult

Make a difference in someone’s life by donating blood. Schedule your appointment at redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS.

Presented by Jerry Berg, Swordsmanship Museum Join Swordsmanship Museum and Academy historian Jerry Berg as he leads us through the history of the use of swords, bayonets, cutlasses, sabers, pikes, and more as they were used in the American Civil War. He will help uncover the hidden history of the actual military use of these […]

Join your community friends for some coffee, tea, and yummy treats while having lively discussions.

Create a fun craft for free! This month you will be making button flowers that you can proudly take home to display.

Bring your knitting, crocheting, embroidery, coloring, or other lap projects and sit by the fireplace creating with friends.

Ashley Sayles, Real Estate Agent with Berkshire Hathaway Cody Barkowski, Loan Officer with Consumers Credit Union The home purchasing process can feel daunting and confusing, but when you are armed with knowledge and local professionals on your side, homeownership is an achievable goal! Please join us to learn everything you need to know about the […]

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.

Michigan Notable Author, Susie Finkbeiner In this 1950s coming-of-age story, two sisters are left reeling when their father is accused of being a member of the Communist party. Both sisters discover how much good there is in the world, even in the hardest of circumstances. Susie Finkbeiner is the author of The All-American and All […]

Join your community friends for some coffee, tea, and yummy treats while having lively discussions.

Create a fun craft for free! This month you will be making a rustic wooden pumpkin that you can proudly take home to display.  

Bring your knitting, crocheting, embroidery, coloring, or other lap projects and sit by the fireplace creating with friends.

Carla Chase with CanDo Acres A Saturday class will open from 1 - 3:30 PM if the above classes fill. Learn the technique of wet felting using fiber from alpacas. You can turn fiber into fabric by using warm, soapy water and a little friction. You will create two small vessels that you can use […]

Carla Chase with CanDo Acres A Saturday class will open from 1 - 3:30 PM if the above classes fill. Learn the technique of wet felting using fiber from alpacas. You can turn fiber into fabric by using warm, soapy water and a little friction. You will create two small vessels that you can use […]

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!

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.

Join your community friends for some coffee, tea, and yummy treats while having lively discussions.

Create a fun craft for free! This month you will be creating some holiday home decor that you can proudly take home to display.

Bring your knitting, crocheting, embroidery, coloring, or other lap projects and sit by the fireplace creating with friends.

January 1 – March 31 Sign up to be part of the Read & Dine: Adult Winter Reading Club! Read ten books to earn an entry for 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 […]

Meets on the 3rd Friday at 10 AM February 21, March 21, April 18, May 16 Let’s build community by sharing coffee or tea, treats, and conversations!

Meets on the 3rd Friday at 1 PM February 21, March 21, April 18, May 16 Who doesn’t like free? Join your friends and make a fun, free craft. Each month we’ll have a different craft to make and take home to display. Up and coming crafts will feature spring and Americana themes that incorporate […]

Jackie Davidson and Gary Brandt Classic and original songs and stories are featured from the Folk Era of the 1960’s into the 70’s. This show is loaded with lively audience interaction, participation, sing-along, and comedy. Jackie was an original member of the Grammy award winning New Christy Minstrels, and Gary is a folk performer and […]

Monday, March 3 from 11 AM – 4:15 PM You can make a difference by donating blood! Make your appointment at redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS.

Author, Sarah Steele Sarah Steele is a dynamic artist and spoken word performer whose powerful voice and rhythmic delivery bring emotions and stories to life. Her ability to weave complex ideas into relatable experiences comes through in her Amazon #1 Top New Release poetry memoir, An Ocean Without. Walk with Sarah as she shares her […]

Author, Ron Rademacher Thursday, March 20 at 6:30 PM Discover a group of walking trails in Michigan that are low on difficulty but way up there on fun and history. Most trails are gentle and family friendly, some are handicap accessible, and no special equipment is needed. All of these trails have unique characteristics and […]

Meets on the 3rd Friday at 10 AM February 21, March 21, April 18, May 16 Let’s build community by sharing coffee or tea, treats, and conversations!

Meets on the 3rd Friday at 1 PM February 21, March 21, April 18, May 16 Who doesn’t like free? Join your friends and make a fun, free craft. Each month we’ll have a different craft to make and take home to display. Up and coming crafts will feature spring and Americana themes that incorporate […]

Beth Tidd, Beth's Glass Creations Friday, April 4 from 1-3 PM or Saturday, April 5 from 10 AM-Noon (A third class will be offered on Saturday from 1-3:00 PM if classes fill.) Beth will teach you the art of fused glass. Fusing glass is fun and makes great gifts! Class size is limited to 25 […]

Beth Tidd, Beth's Glass Creations Friday, April 4 from 1-3 PM or Saturday, April 5 from 10 AM-Noon (A third class will be offered on Saturday from 1-3:00 PM if classes fill.) Beth will teach you the art of fused glass. Fusing glass is fun and makes great gifts! Class size is limited to 25 […]

Meets on the 3rd Friday at 10 AM February 21, March 21, April 18, May 16 Let’s build community by sharing coffee or tea, treats, and conversations!

Meets on the 3rd Friday at 1 PM February 21, March 21, April 18, May 16 Who doesn’t like free? Join your friends and make a fun, free craft. Each month we’ll have a different craft to make and take home to display. Up and coming crafts will feature spring and Americana themes that incorporate […]

Carla Chase with CanDo Acres 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Meets on the 3rd Friday at 1 PM February 21, March 21, April 18, May 16 Who doesn’t like free? Join your friends and make a fun, free craft. Each month we’ll have a different craft to make and take home to display. Up and coming crafts will feature spring and Americana themes that incorporate […]

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.

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 […]

 Monday, September 8 from 11 AM – 4:15 PM You can make a difference by donating blood! Make your appointment at redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS.

Presented by Jennifer Patrick, M.A. CFLE Discover how we are “wired to connect” with each other and how our relationships either improve our health or diminish it! Learn to identify life-giving elements of healthy relationships and toxic features of destructive relationships. Gain tools to set boundaries and set the path for healthier, happier living! Jennifer […]

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.

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 […]

Led by Sara Sparrow with West Michigan Fitness and Cardio Drumming Thursday, October 2 at 2 PM and 6:30 PM (If both classes fill, then a third class will open Saturday, October 4 at 10 AM) Cardio drumming is a fun and low-impact fitness class that combines drumming with aerobic exercise. Participants use drumsticks to […]

Led by Sara Sparrow with West Michigan Fitness and Cardio Drumming Thursday, October 2 at 2 PM and 6:30 PM (If both classes fill, then a third class will open Saturday, October 4 at 10 AM) Cardio drumming is a fun and low-impact fitness class that combines drumming with aerobic exercise. Participants use drumsticks to […]

 Presented by Stephanie Wilson - Vice President at United Bank Fraud prevention has become more critical than ever! Learn about the best ways to protect yourself and your identity from scams, fraud, and identity theft. Stephanie will share insights, practical tips, and real-world experiences. Her goal is to equip our community with the tools and […]

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.

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 […]

Presented by John Beck 50 years ago, the infamous Great Lakes freighter, SS Edmund Fitzgerald, sank on Lake Superior and it remains the largest Great Lakes shipwreck to this day. Revisit the life and death of this legendary ship during this presentation, which includes a 13-foot LEGO model of the ship! John Beck, who teaches […]

Rachel Helder & Shelly Freeman with Joy Farms Friday, November 14 from 1-3:30 PM Saturday, November 15 from 9:30 AM – 12 PM (If both classes fill, then a third class will open Saturday, November 15 from 1 - 3:30 PM) Use stencils, paint, and embellishments to create a beautiful sign to put on your […]

Rachel Helder & Shelly Freeman with Joy Farms Friday, November 14 from 1-3:30 PM Saturday, November 15 from 9:30 AM – 12 PM (If both classes fill, then a third class will open Saturday, November 15 from 1 - 3:30 PM) Use stencils, paint, and embellishments to create a beautiful sign to put on your […]

Presented by Licensed Falconer, Angel Green Angel will talk about the hunting sport of Falconry from its earliest history to modern day practice, including the steps involved in becoming a falconer. She will bring a lot of falconry equipment, discuss how it’s used in the sport, and detail the process of trapping and training a […]

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.

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 […]

January 2 – March 31 Sign up to be part of the Read & Dine Adult Winter Reading Program this winter! Read ten books and you can enter a drawing […]

Coffee and Conversations meets on the 3rd Friday @ 10 AM January 16, February 20, March 20, April 17, and May 15 Let’s build community by sharing coffee or tea, […]

Get Crafty Make and Take Crafts for Adults meets on the 3rd Friday @ 1 PM January 16, February 20, March 20, April 17, and May 22 (Please Note: the […]