Otsego District Public Library

Construct & Create
2026-09-29 16:00, 2026-09-22 16:00, 2026-09-15 16:00, 2026-09-08 16:00 (America/Detroit)
Tuesdays @ 4 PM
September 8 – November 17
Preschool – 5th Grade
Join your friends after school to build with different materials and create beautiful art projects. Get ready to use your imagination and get your creativity flowing!

Tiny Tots
2026-09-29 10:00, 2026-09-22 10:00, 2026-09-15 10:00, 2026-09-08 10:00
Tuesdays @ 10 AM
September 8 – November 17
Ages 0 – 24 months
Sing, read, and play with other library tiny tots!

Mahjong Mondays
2026-09-28 13:00 - 15:00
2nd and 4th Mondays from 1 – 3PM
September 28th – January 25 (No Meetup December 21)
Join us twice a month for a friendly American Mahjong meetup open to all skill levels. Enjoy relaxed games, meet fellow enthusiasts, and build your skills in a welcoming, social atmosphere.
New players are always welcome!

Sweet & Salty Book Club
2026-09-24 16:00
4th Thursday @ 4 PM
September 24 and October 22
Discuss what you are reading over snacks. Choose any book you are reading to share with the group.
Ask a staff member about book suggestions!

Storytime
2026-09-24 10:00, 2026-09-17 10:00, 2026-09-10 10:00
Thursdays @ 10 AM
September 10 – November 19
Ages 0 – 5
Stories, songs, and crafts focusing on a new theme each week.
Thursday, October 29 – Wear your spookiest attire or costume!
Thursday, December 3 – Santa Storytime – Wear your favorite Christmas pajamas!

Music & Movement
2026-09-23 10:00, 2026-09-16 10:00, 2026-09-09 10:00
Wednesdays @ 10 AM
September 9 – November 18
Ages 0 – 5
Move and grove with exciting songs, stories, interactive play, and sensory activities.

Get Crafty - Make and Take Crafts for Adults
2026-09-18 13:00
3rd Friday @ 1 PM
August 21, September 18, October 16, November 20
Create a fun craft for free! Learn new crafting techniques in a low-pressure environment – no skill required. Bring your friends or connect with new friends while creating a fun decoration that you can proudly take home to display.
Note: These are ADULT ONLY events.

Coffee and Conversations
2026-09-18 10:00
3rd Friday @ 10 AM
August 21, September 18, October 16, November 20
Join your community friends for some coffee, tea, and yummy treats while having lively discussions.

Medicare and Social Security Explained
2026-09-17 18:30
Preparing for Retirement Series
Presented by Ginger Titus, CFP® Financial Advisor – Edward Jones
Medicare and Social Security Explained
Guest Speaker Miranda Pearson, Program Supervisor – Area Agency on Aging 3A
Thursday, September 17 @ 6:30 PM
Maximize your retirement income and protect your future. This session reveals how to strategically claim Social Security benefits for you and your spouse, and guides you through Medicare, supplemental coverage choices, and long-term care insurance so you can make informed, confident decisions.
Understanding and Creating Your Estate Plan
Guest Speaker Elizabeth Robinson, Attorney – Hettinger & Robinson PLC
Thursday, October 15 @ 6:30 PM
Everyone has an estate—everything you own, from your home and finances to personal belongings. What happens to your estate when you pass, at any age, can either be guided by your own decisions or determined by state laws and others on your behalf. Join us to explore your options and gain the knowledge you need to create a thoughtful, personalized estate plan.

Art Hub
2026-09-17 16:00
3rd Thursday @ 4 PM
September 17, October 15, and November 19
Create beautiful pieces of art that are more advanced and hand picked just for teens/tweens.
You will be drawing, painting, crafting, and so much more!

Library Board Meeting
2026-09-16 17:00
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 PM.

2nd Monday Book Club
2026-09-14 14:00
The 2nd Monday Book Club meets on the 2nd Monday of each month @ 2 PM.
July 13
Iron Lake by William Kent Krueger
August 10
Back of Beyond by C.J. Box
September 14
James by Percival Everett
October 12
The Little Liar by Mitch Album
November 9
These Silent Woods by Kimi Cunningham Grant
December 14
Holiday Book of Choice!
January 11
The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters

Creative Café – Wreath Workshop
2026-09-12 10:00 - 11:30
Laurel Day with Do Something Co.
Friday, September 11 from 1 PM – 2:30 PM
or
Saturday, September 12 from 10 AM – 11:30 AM
Create a beautiful fall wreath in this fun, hands-on workshop! Using a 12-inch frame, you’ll design a custom faux foliage wreath, finished at approximately 14–16 inches—perfect for adding a seasonal touch to your home.
All supplies are included, with a variety of foliage to choose from, and an experienced instructor will be there to guide you along the way.
Class size is limited to 30 participants (ADULTS ONLY). $45 (non-refundable) registration required.

Creative Café - Wreath Workshop
2026-09-11 13:00 - 14:30

Creative Writing Club
2026-09-10 16:00
2nd Thursday @ 4 PM
September 10, October 8, and November 12
Do you LOVE to write? Join us as we write together and share short stories, personal writing pieces, and ideas.
All writing styles are welcome.

Non-Fiction Book Club
2026-09-09 17:00
The Non-Fiction Book Club meets the following Wednesdays @ 5 PM
July 1
The Gales of November by John U. Bacon

August 12
The Crisis of Islam (Book 1) and What Went Wrong? (Book 2) by Bernard Lewis

September 9
Master Slave Husband Wife by Ilyon Woo

October 7
Democracy in America by Harvey C. Mansfield & Delba Winthrop

November 4
I Will by Sheron Wyant-Leonard

December 2
History Matters by David McCullough

January 13
Get the Picture by Bianca Bosker

LIBRARY CLOSED
2026-09-05 00:00 - 2026-09-07 23:59
The library will be closed for the holiday.
CLOSED: Labor Day
September 5 – September 7
Have a safe and happy holiday with your family and friends!

Teen Scene
2026-09-03 16:00
1st Thursday @ 4 PM
September 3, October 1, and November 5
Hang out with us! Play games, watch movies, and eat snacks. Featuring Nintendo Switch consoles and some fun new tabletop games.

Tiny Michigan Art Gallery
2026-09-01 00:00 - 2026-11-30 23:59
Pick up a tiny canvas when you sign up to create a Michigan masterpiece. Bring it to life using any medium — paint, mixed media, clay, and more. Capture Michigan’s charm through water, bridges, sunsets, farms, animals, or whatever inspires you.
Tiny Canvas Pickup ● Between September – October
Canvas Drop-Off ● October 1 – 31
Art Display & Voting ● November 1 – 30
Pickup Artwork ● First Week of December
There are six age groups (Preschool, Kindergarten–2nd Grade, 3rd–5th Grade, Middle School, High School, and Adult) and two prize categories (Best in Show and Most Creative). Patrons vote in November, and winners are selected for each group and category.
Artwork should be picked up the first week of December; unclaimed pieces will be discarded after January 1, 2027.

Lyrics on the Lawn - Fox Rogers Project
2026-08-27 19:00
Are you ready for the Lyrics on the Lawn Summer Concert Series?!
THURSDAYS IN AUGUST AT 7 PM
Visit the library Thursday evenings in August for an outdoor concert on the lawn. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and your family and friends to enjoy some great FREE entertainment.
Popcorn will be provided by the Friends of the Library and bottled water will be available for $1.
DONNY ROD
Rod Stewart Impersonator
August 6 @ 7 PM
Donny Rod delivers an electrifying tribute to Rod Stewart with signature vocals, style, and stage presence. This performance will keep you singing from beginning to end.
HARK UP
Community Band and Ensemble
August 13 @ 7 PM
Hark Up is a West Michigan music group performing a variety of music for all types of events. Their horns and harmonies are their trademark.
THE LUKE LENHART BAND
Acoustic Bluegrass
August 20 @ 7 PM
The Luke Lenhart Band performs beloved Beatles classics along with standout solo hits from the Fab Four. Their nostalgic performances keep audiences singing along.
FOX ROGERS PROJECT
Country & Classics
August 27 @ 7 PM
Fox Rodgers brings a versatile live show with favorites from multiple genres to the stage. You don’t want to miss this performance.
