Adult

Presented by Terri DeBoer, Author As a television meteorologist, Terri DeBoer has delivered West Michigan’s “wake up” weather for three decades. She also co-hosts a daily lifestyle show eightWest. Terri’s public journey took her through the many seasons in life. In her debut book, Brighter Skies Ahead: Forecasting a Full Life When You Empty The […]

Presented by Jay Follis, Curator of the Gilmore Car Museum April 15 is the 110th Anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic. The story of the Titanic is well-known, but did you know that Michigan has several connections to the disaster? During this program you’ll hear the amazing, yet little-known stories of several West Michigan […]

August - December Meets on the 3rd Friday from 10 - 11 AM Let’s build community by sharing coffee and conversations! Coffee and light refreshments will be ready for you to enjoy at the library while we discuss current topics, books you’ve enjoyed, or whatever else you want to chat about.

August - December Meets on the 4th Wednesday from 1 - 2 PM Crafting in community… come create and work on your projects with your friends and neighbors while enjoying a cup of coffee. Bring along your own projects (that you can do on your lap) and supplies – knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, coloring, sketching, etc. […]

Save a life by donating blood at the library! The American Red Cross will be at the library to accept donors via appointment and walk in. Schedule an appointment at redcrossblood.org (Sponsor Code: OPL) or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). View eligibility requirements here: https://rcblood.org/2UY0p7F.

Presented by Fred Abbas with A-Way Hunting Fred is well known for developing his own unique and innovative deer hunting tactics that he will share in this program. Participants will learn how to: Create long lasting bedding areas based on trail camera time frames. Profile certain bucks. Use oak trees to produce maximum hunter success. […]

August – December Meets on the 3rd Friday from 10 – 11 AM Let’s build community by sharing coffee and conversations! Coffee and light refreshments will be ready for you to enjoy at the library while we discuss current topics, books you’ve enjoyed, or whatever else you want to chat about.

August - December Meets on the 4th Wednesday from 1 - 2 PM Crafting in community… come create and work on your projects with your friends and neighbors while enjoying a cup of coffee. Bring along your own projects (that you can do on your lap) and supplies – knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, coloring, sketching, etc. […]

Preparing for Retirement Series Presented by Ginger Titus, Financial Advisor at Edward Jones Social Security: Your Questions Answered Thursday, September 29 at 7 PM A discussion on how to maximize Social Security benefit amounts for the individual and spouse based on age, life expectancy, employment, and needs. Future Programs in this series: Health Care and […]

Presented by Dianna Stampfler of Promote Michigan What is it about lighthouses that attract ghostly spirits? Maybe it’s simply a passion that will not go away. Lighthouse keepers were known to be extremely dedicated to their profession and it seems that many were never able to give it up — even after death. More than […]

August – December Meets on the 3rd Friday from 10 – 11 AM Let’s build community by sharing coffee and conversations! Coffee and light refreshments will be ready for you to enjoy at the library while we discuss current topics, books you’ve enjoyed, or whatever else you want to chat about.

August - December Meets on the 4th Wednesday from 1 - 2 PM Crafting in community… come create and work on your projects with your friends and neighbors while enjoying a cup of coffee. Bring along your own projects (that you can do on your lap) and supplies – knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, coloring, sketching, etc. […]

Preparing for Retirement Series Presented by Ginger Titus, Financial Advisor at Edward Jones Health Care and Your Retirement * GUEST SPEAKERS Elizabeth Robinson, Attorney at Law & Miranda Pearson, Medicare State Representative Thursday, October 27 at 7 PM An introduction of Medicare coverage, available options for supplemental health care, and long-term care insurance. Future Programs […]

Presented by the Kalamazoo Bee Club By the time a person becomes an adult they normally know a little something about honeybees. They know they are good for the planet as a pollinator insect and they sting. They may even know  that honeybees are in peril due to a host of issues. Are you interested […]

Presented by Judi Hayward -Snell of 2Creative Art Studio in Plainwell Friday, November 4 and Saturday, November 5 9:30 AM – 12 PM (both days) An afternoon class will open if these classes fill. Create a beautiful wooden sign for your home, the holidays, or as a gift. Cost is $20 and pre-registration is required […]

Presented by Judi Hayward -Snell of 2Creative Art Studio in Plainwell Friday, November 4 and Saturday, November 5 9:30 AM – 12 PM (both days) An afternoon class will open if these classes fill. Create a beautiful wooden sign for your home, the holidays, or as a gift. Cost is $20 and pre-registration is required […]

August – December Meets on the 3rd Friday from 10 – 11 AM Let’s build community by sharing coffee and conversations! Coffee and light refreshments will be ready for you to enjoy at the library while we discuss current topics, books you’ve enjoyed, or whatever else you want to chat about.

Preparing Your Estate Plan * GUEST SPEAKER Elizabeth Robinson, Attorney at Law Thursday, DECEMBER 1 at 7 PM (Rescheduled from a previous date) A basic overview of estate planning - account registration, beneficiary designation, will, trust, tax information, life insurance, and TOD.

August – December Meets on the 3rd Friday from 10 – 11 AM Let’s build community by sharing coffee and conversations! Coffee and light refreshments will be ready for you to enjoy at the library while we discuss current topics, books you’ve enjoyed, or whatever else you want to chat about.

August – December Meets on the 4th Wednesday from 1 – 2 PM Crafting in community… come create and work on your projects with your friends and neighbors while enjoying a cup of coffee. Bring along your own projects (that you can do on your lap) and supplies – knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, coloring, sketching, etc. […]

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 […]

January – May 3rd Friday at 10 AM Let’s build community by sharing coffee and conversations! Coffee and light refreshments (provided by the Friends of the Library) will be ready for you to enjoy at the library while we discuss current topics or anything else you would like to discuss.

January - May 4th Wednesday at 1 PM Crafting in community… come create and work on your projects with your friends and neighbors while enjoying a cup of coffee if you like. Bring along your own projects (that you can do on your lap) and supplies – knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, coloring, sketching, etc. We will […]

February - May 1st Friday from 1 – 3 PM Drop in to create a unique piece of art using the library’s resources and a variety of media. Each month you will be making a seasonal/holiday craft you will be proud to display!

Wednesday, February 8 and March 8 at 1 PM Choose either date to come and learn about the library’s Cricut Maker cutting machine. This class will showcase the basics of the Cricut Design Space software and how to create your own project. The Cricut is available for patron use any time the library is open. […]

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”. […]

January – May 3rd Friday at 10 AM Let’s build community by sharing coffee and conversations! Coffee and light refreshments (provided by the Friends of the Library) will be ready for you to enjoy at the library while we discuss current topics or anything else you would like to discuss.

Adults - Post High School through Mid-30s February – May 3rd Friday at 5 PM Tired of trying to find something to do with other adults your age? Gather with other young adults for games, activities and social time! Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

January - May 4th Wednesday at 1 PM Crafting in community… come create and work on your projects with your friends and neighbors while enjoying a cup of coffee if you like. Bring along your own projects (that you can do on your lap) and supplies – knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, coloring, sketching, etc. We will […]

February - May 1st Friday from 1 – 3 PM Drop in to create a unique piece of art using the library’s resources and a variety of media. Each month you will be making a seasonal/holiday craft you will be proud to display!