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  • Magic By Thomas

    Wild Wonders Wednesday Wednesdays @ 2 PM (Preschool – 5th Grade) Get ready for exciting presenters, interactive activities, and unforgettable experiences all centered around the wonders of nature. Magic By […]

  • Plots & Petals Book Club

    Every Other Wednesdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) June 24, July 8, and July 22 A blooming book club—bring what you’re reading, share your favorites, and watch […]

  • Nature Makers Science Club

    June 25 - July 30 Thursdays @ 10 AM (Preschool – 5th Grade) A perfect blend of creativity and curiosity! Experiment, craft, and explore your way through nature-themed projects designed for hands-on learning and discovery.

  • Painted Flower Pots

    Nature Studio Thursdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) Teens and tweens are welcome to join us to get crafty in the Nature Studio! Creat a fun piece of art to take home. Painted Flower Pots • July 25 @ 2 PM Spruce up a plain flower pot and give your creativity a place […]

  • Nature Tales & Trails

    June 23 - July 28 Tuesdays @ 10 AM (Preschool – 5th Grade) Explore, imagine, and create in the great outdoors! We’ll share stories, enjoy nature-based activities, and make fun crafts inspired by the world around us. Special Event: Bugs, Books and Beyond with Don Newman on June 30 @ 10 AM!

  • Bloom & Brush: Botanical Watercolor Basics with Kristina Spitzner of Redbriar Studio

    Branching Out! Tuesdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) Let your curiosity bloom! Teens/tweens are invited to dig into hands-on art, nature, gardening, and pollinator adventures with special guest presenters! Bloom & Brush: Botanical Watercolor Basics with Kristina Spitzner of Redbriar Studio • June 30 @ 2 PM Learn how to paint vibrant […]

  • Tiny Sprouts

    June 24 - July 29 Wednesdays @ 10 AM (Birth – 5 Years Old)  Perfect for our littlest learners! Explore nature through songs, sensory play, and simple activities designed to spark curiosity and connection.

  • All About Bugs!

    Wild Wonders Wednesday Wednesdays @ 2 PM (Preschool – 5th Grade) Get ready for exciting presenters, interactive activities, and unforgettable experiences all centered around the wonders of nature. All About Bugs! • July 1 @ 2 PM Join us as we paint a cute bug-themed canvas featuring some of nature’s tiniest creatures. From bright butterflies […]

  • Ink & Ivy Writing Club

    Every Other Wednesdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) July 1, July 15, and July 29 Where nature meets creative writing—fun prompts and challenges where ideas twist, climb, and grow.

  • Non-Fiction Book Club

    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 […]

  • Nature Makers Science Club

    June 25 - July 30 Thursdays @ 10 AM (Preschool – 5th Grade) A perfect blend of creativity and curiosity! Experiment, craft, and explore your way through nature-themed projects designed for hands-on learning and discovery.

  • Movie Day – The Secret Garden

    Nature Studio Thursdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) Teens and tweens are welcome to join us to get crafty in the Nature Studio! Creat a fun piece of art to take home. Movie Day – The Secret Garden • July 2 @ 2 PM © 2020 • Family/Fantasy/Drama • 1h 40m • […]

  • LIBRARY CLOSED

    The library will be closed for the holiday. CLOSED: Independence Day Friday, July 3 – Saturday, July 4 Have a safe and happy holiday with your family and friends!

  • Nature Tales & Trails

    June 23 - July 28 Tuesdays @ 10 AM (Preschool – 5th Grade) Explore, imagine, and create in the great outdoors! We’ll share stories, enjoy nature-based activities, and make fun crafts inspired by the world around us. Special Event: Bugs, Books and Beyond with Don Newman on June 30 @ 10 AM!

  • Nature Close Up – Kalamazoo Nature Center – LIVE ANIMALS!

    Branching Out! Tuesdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) Let your curiosity bloom! Teens/tweens are invited to dig into hands-on art, nature, gardening, and pollinator adventures with special guest presenters! Nature Close Up – Kalamazoo Nature Center • July 7 @ 2 PM Drop in for a wild experience featuring two LIVE animals, plus fun […]

  • Tiny Sprouts

    June 24 - July 29 Wednesdays @ 10 AM (Birth – 5 Years Old) Perfect for our littlest learners! Explore nature through songs, sensory play, and simple activities designed to spark curiosity and connection.

  • Movie Day – The Lorax

    Wild Wonders Wednesday Wednesdays @ 2 PM (Preschool – 5th Grade) Get ready for exciting presenters, interactive activities, and unforgettable experiences all centered around the wonders of nature. Movie Day – The Lorax • July 8 @ 2 PM © 2012 • Animated/Family/Adventure • 1h 26m • PG Join us for a fun family movie […]

  • Plots & Petals Book Club

    Every Other Wednesdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) June 24, July 8, and July 22 A blooming book club—bring what you’re reading, share your favorites, and watch new stories grow.

  • Non-Fiction Book Club

    The Non-Fiction Book Club meets on the 2nd Thursday at 6 PM New members are always welcome to attend one or all sessions! February 12 Lions of the West by Robert Morgan March 12 Kalamazoo Gals by John Thomas April 9 Mark Twain (1st Half) by Ron Chernow May 14 Mark Twain (2nd Half) by […]

  • Nature Makers Science Club

    June 25 - July 30 Thursdays @ 10 AM (Preschool – 5th Grade) A perfect blend of creativity and curiosity! Experiment, craft, and explore your way through nature-themed projects designed for hands-on learning and discovery.

  • Bird-Feeder Art

    Nature Studio Thursdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) Teens and tweens are welcome to join us to get crafty in the Nature Studio! Creat a fun piece of art to take home. Bird-Feeder Art • July 9 @ 2 PM Scatter a little creativity and craft a feeder that’s sure to attract […]

  • 2nd Monday Book Club

    The 2nd Monday Book Club meets on the 2nd Monday of each month at 2 PM. New members are always welcome to attend one or all sessions! February 9 The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods March 9 The Housemaid by Frieda McFadden April 13 Bright Young Women by Jessica Knoll May 11 Frozen River by […]

  • Nature Tales & Trails

    June 23 - July 28 Tuesdays @ 10 AM (Preschool – 5th Grade) Explore, imagine, and create in the great outdoors! We’ll share stories, enjoy nature-based activities, and make fun crafts inspired by the world around us. Special Event: Bugs, Books and Beyond with Don Newman on June 30 @ 10 AM!

  • Clay Geode Art

    Branching Out! Tuesdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) Let your curiosity bloom! Teens/tweens are invited to dig into hands-on art, nature, gardening, and pollinator adventures with special guest presenters! Clay Geode Art • July 14 @ 2 PM Get your hands dirty and watch your creativity bloom as you sculpt colorful geode-inspired art.

  • Tiny Sprouts

    June 24 - July 29 Wednesdays @ 10 AM (Birth – 5 Years Old) Perfect for our littlest learners! Explore nature through songs, sensory play, and simple activities designed to spark curiosity and connection.

  • Wacky Foam Party with Joel Tacey

    Wild Wonders Wednesday Wednesdays @ 2 PM (Preschool – 5th Grade) Get ready for exciting presenters, interactive activities, and unforgettable experiences all centered around the wonders of nature. Wacky Foam Party with Joel Tacey • July 15 @ 2 PM Join Joel Tacey for an unforgettable foam party filled with music and dancing. Run, play, […]

  • Ink & Ivy Writing Club

    Every Other Wednesdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) July 1, July 15, and July 29 Where nature meets creative writing—fun prompts and challenges where ideas twist, climb, and grow.

  • Library Board Meeting

    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.

  • Nature Makers Science Club

    June 25 - July 30 Thursdays @ 10 AM (Preschool – 5th Grade) A perfect blend of creativity and curiosity! Experiment, craft, and explore your way through nature-themed projects designed for hands-on learning and discovery.

  • Wood Wind Chimes

    Nature Studio Thursdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) Teens and tweens are welcome to join us to get crafty in the Nature Studio! Creat a fun piece of art to take home. Wood Wind Chimes • July 16 @ 2 PM Branch out with a handmade wind chime that brings a little […]

  • Nature Tales & Trails

    June 23 - July 28 Tuesdays @ 10 AM (Preschool – 5th Grade) Explore, imagine, and create in the great outdoors! We’ll share stories, enjoy nature-based activities, and make fun crafts inspired by the world around us. Special Event: Bugs, Books and Beyond with Don Newman on June 30 @ 10 AM!

  • Chula Vista Garden Club

    Branching Out! Tuesdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) Let your curiosity bloom! Teens/tweens are invited to dig into hands-on art, nature, gardening, and pollinator adventures with special guest presenters! Chula Vista Garden Club • July 21 @ 2 PM Sow some new skills and discover how gardens grow as you create something beautiful […]

  • Tiny Sprouts

    June 24 - July 29 Wednesdays @ 10 AM (Birth – 5 Years Old) Perfect for our littlest learners! Explore nature through songs, sensory play, and simple activities designed to spark curiosity and connection.

  • Community Forum

    Community Forums: Otsego District Public Library Wednesday, July 22 10 AM - 11:30 AM and 5:30 PM - 7 PM Join us for coffee at an upcoming Community Forum at the library, where Library Director Andrea and Assistant Director Leesa will be available for an open Q & A session. This is a great opportunity […]

  • Ms. Frizzle’s Weather Festival

    Wild Wonders Wednesday Wednesdays @ 2 PM (Preschool – 5th Grade) Get ready for exciting presenters, interactive activities, and unforgettable experiences all centered around the wonders of nature. Ms. Frizzle's Weather Festival • July 22 @ 2 PM Hop aboard for Ms. Frizzle's Weather Festival at the library! Explore the wonders of weather with hands-on […]

  • Plots & Petals Book Club

    Every Other Wednesdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) June 24, July 8, and July 22 A blooming book club—bring what you’re reading, share your favorites, and watch new stories grow.

  • Community Forum

    Community Forums: Otsego District Public Library Wednesday, July 22 10 AM - 11:30 AM and 5:30 PM - 7 PM Join us for coffee at an upcoming Community Forum at the library, where Library Director Andrea and Assistant Director Leesa will be available for an open Q & A session. This is a great opportunity […]

  • Nature Makers Science Club

    June 25 - July 30 Thursdays @ 10 AM (Preschool – 5th Grade) A perfect blend of creativity and curiosity! Experiment, craft, and explore your way through nature-themed projects designed for hands-on learning and discovery.

  • Cottagecore Rock Painting

    Nature Studio Thursdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) Teens and tweens are welcome to join us to get crafty in the Nature Studio! Creat a fun piece of art to take home. Cottagecore Rock Painting • July 23 @ 2 PM Unearth your artistic side and transform ordinary rocks into charming cottagecore […]

  • Nature Tales & Trails

    June 23 - July 28 Tuesdays @ 10 AM (Preschool – 5th Grade) Explore, imagine, and create in the great outdoors! We’ll share stories, enjoy nature-based activities, and make fun crafts inspired by the world around us. Special Event: Bugs, Books and Beyond with Don Newman on June 30 @ 10 AM!

  • Beekeeping with Abbott Farms

    Branching Out! Tuesdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) Let your curiosity bloom! Teens/tweens are invited to dig into hands-on art, nature, gardening, and pollinator adventures with special guest presenters! Beekeeping with Abbott Farms • July 28 @ 2 PM Get the buzz on bees! Meet a local beekeeper and discover how honey bees run […]

  • Tiny Sprouts

    June 24 - July 29 Wednesdays @ 10 AM (Birth – 5 Years Old) Perfect for our littlest learners! Explore nature through songs, sensory play, and simple activities designed to spark curiosity and connection.

  • Beekeeping with Abbott Farms

    Wild Wonders Wednesday Wednesdays @ 2 PM (Preschool – 5th Grade) Get ready for exciting presenters, interactive activities, and unforgettable experiences all centered around the wonders of nature. Beekeeping with Abbott Farms • July 29 @ 2 PM Buzz into the fascinating world of bees! Join a local beekeeper to learn how honey bees live, […]

  • Ink & Ivy Writing Club

    Every Other Wednesdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) July 1, July 15, and July 29 Where nature meets creative writing—fun prompts and challenges where ideas twist, climb, and grow.

  • Nature Makers Science Club

    June 25 - July 30 Thursdays @ 10 AM (Preschool – 5th Grade) A perfect blend of creativity and curiosity! Experiment, craft, and explore your way through nature-themed projects designed for hands-on learning and discovery.

  • Metal Beaded Bookmarks

    Nature Studio Thursdays @ 2 PM (Middle School – High School) Teens and tweens are welcome to join us to get crafty in the Nature Studio! Creat a fun piece of art to take home. Metal Beaded Bookmarks • July 30 @ 2 PM Leaf your place in style with a custom bookmark that’s ready to […]

  • Library Board Meeting

    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. Please Note: The Regular August Library Board meeting has been rescheduled to August 6 instead of August 19. Still at […]

  • Lyrics on the Lawn – Donny Rod

    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 […]

  • 2nd Monday Book Club

    The 2nd Monday Book Club meets on the 2nd Monday of each month at 2 PM. New members are always welcome to attend one or all sessions! February 9 The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods March 9 The Housemaid by Frieda McFadden April 13 Bright Young Women by Jessica Knoll May 11 Frozen River by […]

  • Non-Fiction Book Club

    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 […]

  • Lyrics on the Lawn – Hark Up

    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’ Meeting

    The Friends of the Library will be meeting to discuss volunteer and library related business. “The Friends”  are always looking for new members. The Friends run a used bookstore and volunteer at library programs. Your donations of gently used books and DVDs help support the many wonderful programs offered at the library!

  • Lyrics on the Lawn – The Luke Lenhart Band

    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 […]

  • Coffee and Conversations

    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.

  • Get Crafty – Make and Take Crafts for Adults

    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 […]

  • Lyrics on the Lawn – Fox Rogers Project

    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 […]

  • Teen Scene

    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.

  • LIBRARY CLOSED

    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!

  • Tiny Tots

    Tuesdays @ 10 AM September 8 - November 17 Ages 0 - 24 months Sing, read, and play with other library tiny tots!