Non-Fiction Book Club
2026-05-14 18:00, 2026-06-11 18:00 (America/Detroit)
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 Ron Chernow
June 11
The Underworld by Susan Casey
July 9
The Gales of November by John Bacon

Coffee and Conversations
2026-05-15 10:00
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, treats, and conversations!

Friends of the Library Meeting
2026-05-18 13:00
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!

Library Board Meeting
2026-05-20 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.

Get Crafty Make and Take Crafts for Adults
2026-05-22 13:00
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 May meetup is the 4th Friday)
Join your friends each month to create a fun make-and-take project. Upcoming crafts will highlight winter and spring themes. Enjoy hands on instruction while you create a craft to display at home.
Note: These are ADULT ONLY events.

LIBRARY CLOSED
2026-05-23 00:00 - 2026-05-25 23:59
The library will be closed for the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
CLOSED: Saturday, May 23 – Monday, May 25
Have a safe and happy holiday with your family and friends!

2nd Monday Book Club
2026-06-08 14:00
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 Ariel Lawhon
June 8
An Echo In Time by Boo Walker
July 13
Iron Lake by William Kent Krueger
August 10
Back of Beyond by CJ Box

Scholastic Book Fair
2026-06-09 00:00 - 2026-06-27 23:59
June 9 – 27
DURING OPEN LIBRARY HOURS
Let your children and grandchildren select some fun summer reading materials to celebrate their accomplishments in school this past year and encourage a love of reading all summer long! The library earns 50% of the profits to use toward FREE books for the library’s collection and future programs.

Sprout & Seek: Downtown Otsego Scavenger Hunt
2026-06-15 00:00 - 2026-07-27 23:59
June 20 – August 1 (All Ages)
Downtown Otsego is blooming for the Summer Reading Program!
Local businesses and community organizations have different “sprouts” hidden in their windows, including flowers, fruits, and veggies. Pick up a list at the library and dig into this fun, garden themed scavenger hunt. Once you’ve gathered them all, return your sheet to the library and harvest a special prize!

Little Seeds, Big Stories: Watch Us Grow! Summer Reading Program 2026
2026-06-20 00:00 - 2026-08-01 23:59
Saturday, June 20 – Saturday, August 1
Get ready to grow your reading garden!
Sign up for summer reading from June 15 – 19 to get a prize! Registration stays open through Saturday, July 11, so there’s still time to jump in and grow. Set your reading goal, dig into great books, and turn in your completed finisher slips for a FINISHER Prize bag full of goodies, pick out a FREE book, and get entered for a chance to win of our SPROUT-tacular Grand Prizes!
Finisher bags will be ready to harvest starting Monday, July 13.
SPROUT-tacular Grand Prizes
Summer Reading Program finishers can enter for a chance to win:

$300 Meijer Gift Card + Plant Stuffy + Needoh
$200 Meijer Gift Card + Plant Stuffy + Needoh
$100 Meijer Gift Card + Plant Stuffy + Needoh
Indoor Amusement Center + Plant Stuffy + Needoh
Frederick Meijer Garden Membership + Plant Stuffy + Needoh
John Ball Zoo Membership + Plant Stuffy + Needoh
PLUS: SPROUT-TACULAR GRAND PRIZE PICKS you can enter for a chance to win!

﻿Little Seeds, Big Stories: Watch Us Grow Kick-Off Party
2026-06-20 10:00 - 12:00
Saturday, June 20 from 10 AM – NOON

(Outdoors – Weather Permitting) (All Ages)
Celebrate the kick-off of summer reading by signing up at our Kick-Off Party! Enjoy an inflatable bounce house, inflatable obstacle course, craft stations, air-brush tattoos, popsicles, popcorn, and more!

Nature Tales & Trails
2026-06-23 10:00, 2026-06-30 10:00, 2026-07-07 10:00
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!

Botanical Coaster Painting
2026-06-23 14:00
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!
Botanical Coaster Painting • June 23 @ 2 PM
Put down roots in creativity and paint nature-inspired coasters that are sure to grow on you!

Tiny Sprouts
2026-06-24 10:00, 2026-07-01 10:00
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.

Magic By Thomas
2026-06-24 14:00
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 Thomas • June 24 @ 2 PM
The show features a colorful fast-paced program of family friendly magic and laughs. Thomas specializes in close-up magic, parlor magic, stage illusions, and magic with puppets.

Up & Coming Wild Wonders Wednesday Events:

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 to busy ladybugs, you’ll create your own masterpiece to take home while learning about the amazing insects that help our gardens grow.
Movie Day – The Lorax • July 8 @ 2 PM
© 2012 • Animated/Family/Adventure • 1h 26m • PG
Join us for a fun family movie about a boy who learns the importance of caring for the world around him. Free popcorn included!
NOTE: The library does not allow pillows or blankets.
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, and burn off some energy as the foam flies. Be sure to wear clothes that can get wet and messy, and don’t forget a towel for afterward.
Blake Harms, WOOD TV8 – Meteorologist • July 22 @ 2 PM
Ever wonder how meteorologists predict the weather? Join Storm Team 8 meteorologist Blake Harms for a fun and fascinating presentation about weather, forecasting, and the science behind storms. Get ready to explore the world of weather and have your questions answered by a real meteorologist!
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, work together, and play a vital role in pollinating the plants we depend on every day. Discover the inner workings of a hive, how honey is made, and what you can do to help protect these incredible insects. This educational presentation is perfect for curious minds of all ages!

Plots & Petals Book Club
2026-06-24 14:00
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.

Library Board Meeting + Budget Committee Meeting
2026-06-24 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.
The Budget Committee meeting will take place before this meeting at 3 PM.
These meetings are held once a month on Wednesdays at 5 PM.

Nature Makers Science Club
2026-06-25 10:00, 2026-07-02 10:00
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
2026-06-25 14:00
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 to take root.

Up & Coming Nature Studio Events:

Movie Day – The Secret Garden • July 2 @ 2 PM
© 2020 • Family/Fantasy/Drama • 1h 40m • PG
Explore a magical garden filled with wonder, friendship, and adventure. Free popcorn included!
NOTE: The library does not allow pillows or blankets.

Bird-feeder Art • July 9 @ 2 PM
Scatter a little creativity and craft a feeder that’s sure to attract a flock of fans.
Wood Wind Chimes • July 16 @ 2 PM
Branch out with a handmade wind chime that brings a little garden music to the breeze.
Cottagecore Rock Painting • July 23 @ 2 PM
Unearth your artistic side and transform ordinary rocks into charming cottagecore creations.
Metal Beaded Bookmarks • July 30 @ 2 PM
Leaf your place in style with a custom bookmark that’s ready to grow your reading adventures.

Bloom & Brush: Botanical Watercolor Basics with Kristina Spitzner of Redbriar Studio
2026-06-30 14:00
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 flowers and leafy designs step-by-step, then leave with your own finished botanical masterpiece. Registration Required.

All About Bugs!
2026-07-01 14:00
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 to busy ladybugs, you’ll create your own masterpiece to take home while learning about the amazing insects that help our gardens grow.

Up & Coming Wild Wonders Wednesday Events:

Movie Day – The Lorax • July 8 @ 2 PM
© 2012 • Animated/Family/Adventure • 1h 26m • PG
Join us for a fun family movie about a boy who learns the importance of caring for the world around him. Free popcorn included!
NOTE: The library does not allow pillows or blankets.
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, and burn off some energy as the foam flies. Be sure to wear clothes that can get wet and messy, and don’t forget a towel for afterward.
Blake Harms, WOOD TV8 – Meteorologist • July 22 @ 2 PM
Ever wonder how meteorologists predict the weather? Join Storm Team 8 meteorologist Blake Harms for a fun and fascinating presentation about weather, forecasting, and the science behind storms. Get ready to explore the world of weather and have your questions answered by a real meteorologist!
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, work together, and play a vital role in pollinating the plants we depend on every day. Discover the inner workings of a hive, how honey is made, and what you can do to help protect these incredible insects. This educational presentation is perfect for curious minds of all ages!

Ink & Ivy Writing Club
2026-07-01 14:00
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.

Movie Day – The Secret Garden
2026-07-02 14:00
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 • PG
Explore a magical garden filled with wonder, friendship, and adventure. Free popcorn included!
NOTE: The library does not allow pillows or blankets.

Up & Coming Nature Studio Events:

Bird-feeder Art • July 9 @ 2 PM
Scatter a little creativity and craft a feeder that’s sure to attract a flock of fans.
Wood Wind Chimes • July 16 @ 2 PM
Branch out with a handmade wind chime that brings a little garden music to the breeze.
Cottagecore Rock Painting • July 23 @ 2 PM
Unearth your artistic side and transform ordinary rocks into charming cottagecore creations.
Metal Beaded Bookmarks • July 30 @ 2 PM
Leaf your place in style with a custom bookmark that’s ready to grow your reading adventures.

LIBRARY CLOSED
2026-07-03 00:00 - 2026-07-04 23:59
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 Close Up – Kalamazoo Nature Center - LIVE ANIMALS!
2026-07-07 14:00
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 bio-facts and an up-close look.
