Nature Tales & Trails
2026-07-21 10:00, 2026-07-28 10:00 (America/Detroit)
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
2026-07-21 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!
Chula Vista Garden Club • July 21 @ 2 PM
Sow some new skills and discover how gardens grow as you create something beautiful with the experts from Chula Vista Garden Club.

Tiny Sprouts
2026-07-22 10:00, 2026-07-29 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.

Community Forum
2026-07-22 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-22 17:30 - 19:00
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 to learn updates and facts about the current state of the library, ask questions, share feedback, and connect with others in the community. Whether you’re curious about programs, resources, or future plans, we’d love to hear from you. All are welcome!

Ms. Frizzle's Weather Festival
2026-07-22 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.
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 activities, fun crafts, and exciting experiments—because the forecast calls for a day full of discovery!
Please note that Blake Harms, WOOD TV8 – Meteorologist was originally planned for this day but can no longer attend. Please join us for a fun new event at the same date/time!

Up & Coming Wild Wonders Wednesday Events:

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
2026-07-22 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.

Nature Makers Science Club
2026-07-23 10:00, 2026-07-30 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.

Cottagecore Rock Painting
2026-07-23 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.
Cottagecore Rock Painting • July 23 @ 2 PM
Unearth your artistic side and transform ordinary rocks into charming cottagecore creations.

Up & Coming Nature Studio Events:

Metal Beaded Bookmarks • July 30 @ 2 PM
Leaf your place in style with a custom bookmark that’s ready to grow your reading adventures.

Beekeeping with Abbott Farms
2026-07-28 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!
Beekeeping with Abbott Farms • July 28 @ 2 PM
Get the buzz on bees! Meet a local beekeeper and discover how honey bees run the hive, make honey, and help keep our world blooming.

Beekeeping with Abbott Farms
2026-07-29 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.
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
2026-07-29 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.

Metal Beaded Bookmarks
2026-07-30 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.
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 Board Meeting
2026-08-06 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.
Please Note: The Regular August Library Board meeting has been rescheduled to August 6 instead of August 19. Still at 5PM. Thank you!
These meetings are held once a month on Wednesdays at 5 PM.

Lyrics on the Lawn - Donny Rod
2026-08-06 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.

2nd Monday Book Club
2026-08-10 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

Non-Fiction Book Club
2026-08-12 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

Lyrics on the Lawn - Hark Up
2026-08-13 19:00

Friends' Meeting
2026-08-17 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!

Lyrics on the Lawn - The Luke Lenhart Band
2026-08-20 19:00

Coffee and Conversations
2026-08-21 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.

Get Crafty - Make and Take Crafts for Adults
2026-08-21 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.

Lyrics on the Lawn - Fox Rogers Project
2026-08-27 19:00

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.

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.

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!

Tiny Tots
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!
