The library event One Fought On A WWI Soldier’s Story presented by Norm Hinga that was scheduled for Thursday, November 9 at 7 PM has been canceled. Keep an eye out in our newsletter as we do not have a reschedule date at this time. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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Friends of the Library – Fall Book Sale
The Friends of the Library are putting together another AMAZING Book Sale for the public to enjoy. All of the money raised at the Book Sale comes back to the library. These funds are used to encourage reading in the early literacy category. The Friends of the Library are also a huge source in funding the Summer Reading Program.
Book Sale Dates:
Thursday, October 19
9am – 8pm
Friday, October 20
9am – 5:30pm
Saturday, October 21
9am – 1pm
All Things Taxidermy
Thursday, October 26 at 7 PM
Presented by Terry Weich of Weik’s Taxidermy Unlimited
What does a taxidermist do in his studio all day? Terry Weick will share the history of taxidermy and the steps of preservation. He has received many awards and is a world renowned taxidermist, instructor, sculptor, and judge.
He will bring examples of forms (including game heads, fish, and birds), skins, eyes, and supplies that he uses. There will be a time for Q & A. Weick’s Taxidermy is a premier wildlife art and taxidermy studio. Check out his website: taxidermyartist.com.
Now Accepting Bids: 2017/2018 Snow Season
The Otsego District Library is now accepting bids for plowing the entire library parking lot and salting the lot upon request. Plowing is requested for when there are 3 inches of snow or more. Please note price for plowing and salting separately in bid.
When needed, plowing must be done before library opens (9 AM Mon-Sat).
Also accepting bids for sidewalk shoveling: Shovel back staff walkway and areas in the front not plowed out by our snowplows (sidewalks out to the lot and front entry area). Spread salt on sidewalks when icy. Please submit a bid per time. This would be done on an as-needed basis and only upon request by the library.
Please contact Andrea Estelle, Library Director, with questions.
Bids can be submitted in person at the library or via email to aestelle@otsegolibrary.org
Bids accepted through October 30, 2017.
Ferdinand Fiesta!
Saturday, October 14, 2017 from 10 AM – Noon
Join us for all of the fun! Celebrate 75 years of the classic story of Ferdinand by Munro Leaf at this fun family event as we anticipate the new movie “Ferdinand” (Blue Sky Studios, creators of Ice Age) coming out in December.
Meet a live baby bull, listen to the story of Ferdinand, watch the 1938 Ferdinand Disney short, create Ferdinand crafts, and play Ferdinand games.
Enjoy a fun-filled fiesta at the library while munching on chips, cheese and salsa (chips and salsa donated by Casa Real).
Scandalous History of Allegan County
Thursday, October 12, 2017 at 7 PM
Presented by Scott Kuykendall of the Allegan Historical Society
Every community has a few skeletons hiding in its closet. Local historian, Scott Kuykendall, will delight us with a unique and sometimes humorous look into Allegan County’s more colorful past including some of the funny (and not so funny) crimes going back to the late 1800’s.
Find out all the shocking details and discover Allegan County’s shady secrets during this entertaining event.
Jumanji – Things are going to get wild!
Be on the lookout for things to get WILD at the library the end of December! An interactive game of Jumanji will come to life in the large program room.
Opens Tuesday, December 26, 2017 – and will run through Thursday, January 18, 2018.
There will be a special surprise program at the end of January. Real LIVE wild animals come to visit on Saturday, January 20, 2018!
American Red Cross Blood Drive
September 12, 2017 from Noon – 5:45pm
Calling all donors! The library will be hosting another blood drive.
The American Red Cross will be taking the lead at this blood drive by accepting any and all donors in the Lura Sanford Room in honor of 9/11.
Full STEAM Ahead – The Halloween Edition
Tuesdays at 4 PM
September 26 – October 24, 2017
Five week series focusing on a different aspect of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) each week.
Kindergarten – 5th Graders
September 26, 2017
Science – Batty Static Electricity & Echolocation
October 3, 2017
Technology – Ghostly Robotic Hands
October 10, 2017
Engineering – Haunted House Creations
October 17, 2017
Art – Spooky Night & Spider Webs
October 24, 2017
Math – Which Witch Did It? Witchy Fingerprints
Chess Club
Wednesdays at 4 PM
September 13 – November 15, 2017
- Elementary through high school.
- Join fellow students to learn, play and improve your chess skills.
- Newcomers are always welcome!
