Otsego District Public Library

Music & Movement
2023-04-26 10:00, 2023-04-19 10:00, 2023-04-12 10:00, 2023-03-29 10:00 (America/Detroit)
Wednesdays at 10 AM
February 1 – May 10 (No meeting on April 5)
Ages 0-5
Join us for a wild adventure each week while we sing, dance, move, and experience sensory play!

STEAM
2023-04-25 16:00, 2023-04-18 16:00, 2023-04-11 16:00
Tuesdays at 4 PM
January 31 – May 9 (No meetup on April 4)
For Kindergarten – 5th Grade
Drop in each week and choose one or several stations to investigate and discover new STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) concepts.

Tiny Tots
2023-04-25 10:00, 2023-04-18 10:00, 2023-04-11 10:00
Tuesdays at 10 AM
January 31 – May 9 (No meeting on April 4)
Ages 0 – 24 months
Songs, books, rhymes, and fun group play for our youngest patrons!

Social Scene
2023-04-21 17:00 - 18:00
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.

Coffee and Conversations
2023-04-21 10:00
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.

Pelvic Health
2023-04-20 18:30
Kara Weber (Physical Therapist Assistant) and Lauren Smithson (Physical Therapist)
For generations postpartum, urinary, bowel, and any problems within the pelvis have been “hush hush.” Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy is a specialized branch targeted to find solutions and treat aches, pains, and problems originating in the abdominal and pelvic region. This presentation will be for those that would like to know some basic information to help themselves with pelvic health.
Though all are welcome, the presentation will be geared toward pregnant women, women who have had a baby (even if it has been years), or women who generally struggle with similar issues as mentioned. Join us for a conversation about an important topic!

Creative Writing Club
2023-04-20 16:00
Thursday, February 16 – May 18
3rd Thursday at 4 PM
Do you LOVE to write? Join us each month to share short stories, original writing pieces, and ideas.
We welcome all writing styles – poetry, memoir, graphic novel, non-fiction, fiction, and prose.

Storytime
2023-04-20 10:00, 2023-04-13 10:00, 2023-03-30 10:00
Thursdays at 10 AM
February 2 – May 11 (No meeting on April 6)
Ages 0 – 5
Each week will have a new theme while we read stories, sing songs, and make a themed craft!

Library Board Meeting
2023-04-19 17:30
The Library Board of Trustees meets on a monthly basis to discuss library business and housekeeping. Meetings are open to the public and include a period of time for patrons to discuss comments and concerns.

These meetings are held once a month on Wednesdays at 5:30 PM. The board meetings are tentative and could be subject to change at any time. Keep an eye out for deviations in scheduled dates/times of these meetings.

Art Hub
2023-04-13 16:00
Thursday, February 9 – May 11
2nd Thursday at 4 PM
Create beautiful and fun pieces of art at this art club! Join us for drawing, painting, crafting and more!
The crafts at these classes are more advanced and picked with teens and tweens in mind. Registration is not required.

Non-Fiction Book Club
2023-04-12 18:00
Meets on the 2nd Wednesday at 6 PM
Newcomers are always welcome!
January 11 The Nine by Jeffrey Toobin
February 8 Lincoln on the Verge by Ted Widmer
March 8 Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown
April 12 Rough Magic by Lara Prior-Palmer
May 10 Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin
June 14 The Planets by Dava Sobel
July 12 Trail of Tears by John Ehle
August 9 The Falcon Thief by Joshua Hammer

2nd Monday Book Club
2023-04-10 14:00
Meets on the 2nd Monday at 2 PM
Newcomers are always welcome!
January 9 Mysterious Death of Miss Jane Austen by Lindsay Ashford
February 13 The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides
March 13 One Perfect Lie by Lisa Scottoline
April 10 The One Hundred Years of Lenni & Margot by Marianne Cronin
May 8 Dearest Mother & Dad by Christina Thompson
June 12 Gentleman In Moscow by Amor Towles
July 10 Little Fires Everywhere by Celesste Ng
August 14 The Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline

LIBRARY CLOSED
2023-04-08
The library will be closed for the holiday.
CLOSED:
Easter Weekend
Saturday, April 8
Have a safe and happy holiday with your family and friends!

Mixed Media Madness
2023-04-07 13:00 - 15:00
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!

Spring break (TEEN/TWEEN) Sharpie Flower Pots
2023-04-06 14:00
This Spring Break event is for middle school – high school aged teens/tweens.
Thursday, April 6 at 2 PM
Use Sharpie markers to create a one-of-akind flower pot. Fill the flower pot with dirt and a plant provided by the library.

Spring Break (KIDS) Joel Tacey Magical Comedy Show
2023-04-06 10:00
Spring Break for Kids!
Preschool Through 5th Grade
Come on over to the library during spring break for some springtime magically fun programs!
Springtime Bingo and Scavenger Hunt
Tuesday, April 4 at 10 AM
Play a fun game of bingo and win some prizes and books! Then you can have an adventure in the library while you go on a scavenger hunt. Find all of the hidden items and you will win another prize!!!
Big and Little Kids’ Springtime Storytime
Wednesday, April 5 at 10 AM
Enjoy a couple of springtime stories, songs, and make a craft to go along with them. This will be fun for kids of all ages!
The Joel Tacey Magical Comedy Show
Thursday, April 6 at 10 AM
This show is a HUGE hit with family audiences everywhere! Amazing magic, dazzling juggling, goofy stunts, and LOTS of audience participation highlight this exciting show. Joel puts on a wonderful performance that your whole family will love!

Spring Break (TEEN/TWEEN) Pinocchio Movie Day
2023-04-05 14:00
This Spring Break event is intended for middle school – high school aged teens/tweens but all ages are welcome!
(Rated: PG • Run Time: 1 hr 45 min)
Join us to watch the latest version of Disney’s Pinocchio while snacking on popcorn!

Spring Break (KIDS) Big & Little Kids' Springtime Storytime
2023-04-05 10:00

Spring Break (TEEN/TWEEN) Design a Cricut T-Shirt
2023-04-04 14:00
This Spring Break event is for middle school – high school aged teens/tweens.
Bring a t-shirt (in your size) to create with a pre-made Cricut design.
Let the staff know if you’re unable to bring a shirt and would like to participate.

Spring Break (KIDS) Springtime BINGO & Scavenger Hunt
2023-04-04 10:00

Spring Break - LEGO Lunacy
2023-04-03 14:00
Compete in a LEGO adventure building competition.
This event is for upper elementary- high school.
