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Lyrics on the Lawn – Tyler Roy

August 1, 2025 | See all Announcements

THURSDAYS IN AUGUST AT 7 PM!

Visit the library FOUR Thursday evenings in August for an outdoor concert on the lawn. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and your family and friends to enjoy great FREE entertainment. Popcorn will be provided by the Friends of the Library and bottled water will be available for $1.

THIS WEEK:

Tyler Roy
Thursday, August 14
Originating from Battle Creek, Michigan, Tyler Roy is a Nashville-recorded country artist celebrated for his high-energy shows that blend original songs with country and rock covers. With over a decade of touring experience, he has opened for notable famous artists, and his songwriting prowess earned him top 10 placements on WOTV Idol in Grand Rapids for two consecutive years.

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UP AND COMING CONCERTS:

LaJoye Quartet
Thursday, August 21
Based in Hastings, LaJoye Quartet comprises seasoned West Michigan musicians whose collective experience exceeds 200 years. Specializing in jazz and easy listening, they perform timeless tunes from the Great American Songbook, drawing inspiration from legends like Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, and Diana Krall.

Allegan Brass Collective
Thursday, August 28
The Allegan Brass Collective, formed in 2017, is a dynamic brass ensemble known for delivering vibrant performances at community events, churches, and festivals across West Michigan. Their repertoire spans various genres, including pop, showcasing their versatility and commitment to engaging audiences with lively brass music.

Lyrics on the Lawn – LaJoye Quartet

August 1, 2025 | See all Announcements

THURSDAYS IN AUGUST AT 7 PM!

THIS WEEK:

LaJoye Quartet
Thursday, August 21
Based in Hastings, LaJoye Quartet comprises seasoned West Michigan musicians whose collective experience exceeds 200 years. Specializing in jazz and easy listening, they perform timeless tunes from the Great American Songbook, drawing inspiration from legends like Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, and Diana Krall.

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UP AND COMING CONCERT:

Allegan Brass Collective
Thursday, August 28
The Allegan Brass Collective, formed in 2017, is a dynamic brass ensemble known for delivering vibrant performances at community events, churches, and festivals across West Michigan. Their repertoire spans various genres, including pop, showcasing their versatility and commitment to engaging audiences with lively brass music.

Lyrics on the Lawn – Allegan Brass Collective

August 1, 2025 | See all Announcements

THURSDAYS IN AUGUST AT 7 PM!

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Now An Official Libby Partner Library!

July 28, 2025 | See all Announcements

The Otsego District Public Library is officially a “Partner Library” in the Libby App! This is HUGE news!

Get more access with your Southwest Michigan Digital Library member library card! Borrow titles from any of these collections:

Download Destination
Great Lakes Digital Libraries
Lakeland Digital Library
Metro Net Library Consortium
Midwest Collaborative for Library Services
Suburban Library Cooperative
Up North Digital Library Consortium
Mideastern Michigan Digital Consortium
White Pine Library Cooperative (Fuel Your Mind)
Woodlands Downloadable Library
St. Clair County Library System
Genesee District Library
Traverse Area District Library

What does this mean?
Libby partner libraries are libraries that allow users to borrow eBooks and audiobooks from each other using their home library card within the Libby app. This feature expands access to a wider collection of digital materials without needing separate accounts at each participating library.

How to find and add partner libraries in Libby?

Open the Libby App
Sign into your library account if not already signed in.
Go to MENU > ADD LIBRARY
Search for the Partner Library and select it.
Tap SIGN IN WITH MY CARD
Under PARTNER LIBRARIES, choose your home library from the list and sign in.
Select NEXT
Follow these steps for all participating library partners to enjoy even more books – it’s just a tap away!

What Is Libby?

FREE eBooks, Audiobooks, and Magazines with your library card!

Libby is a free app where you can enjoy ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your public library. You can stream titles with Wi-Fi or mobile data, or download them for offline use and read anytime, anywhere. All you need to get started is a library card.

CLICK HERE to download the Libby app!

Incorrect Hours in the Library’s 2025 Fall Newseltter

July 24, 2025 | See all Announcements

We discovered an error in the library hours listed in our latest newsletter and we’re so sorry for the confusion!

The correct hours are:

Monday • Wednesday • Friday – – – – 9 AM – 6 PM

Tuesday • Thursday – – – – – – – – – 9 AM – 7 PM

Saturday – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – 9 AM – 3 PM

This error has been corrected in our digital newsletter to reflect the above days/times. We made this change in hours this past spring to better accomodate our local patrons and the busiest times in library patronage.

Thank you for your patience and understanding. We appreciate our amazing library community and always want to keep you informed and welcomed!

— The Otsego District Public Library

Color Our World – Summer Reading Program

June 25, 2025 | See all Announcements

JUNE 21 – AUGUST 2

Children can sign up for summer reading from June 16 – 21 to get a prize!

Sign-ups continue through Saturday, July 12.

Set a reading goal, read, and bring your completed finisher slips to the library for a finisher prize bag full of goodies, pick out a FREE book, and enter to win one of our Colortastic Grand Prizes!

Finisher bags will be available beginning Monday, July 14.

COLORTASTIC GRAND PRIZES (All Ages)
Summer Reading Program finishers can enter for a chance to win:
• 1st Place • $300 Meijer Gift Card + Red Reading Pillow
• 2nd Place • $200 Meijer Gift Card + Blue Reading Pillow
• 3rd Place • $100 Meijer Gift Card + Yellow Reading Pillow

Plus: Enter you name in the drawings for the COLORTASTIC GRAND PRIZE PICKS – you could win!

Colortastic Grand Prize Picks (Children 0 – 5th Grade)

Step2 Flip & Doodle Easel Desk With Stool
MAGNA-TILES – Two Magnetic Construction Sets
Crayola Art Set – Light Up Tracing Pad, Art Case, and Spin & Spiral Station
LEGO Classic Creative Fun and Brick Box Sets
Pix Brix Pixel Art Puzzle Bricks and Starry Night Sets
Magnetic Blocks – Grassland and Forest Building Block Sets including Chicken Jockey!
65” Inflatable Wheel Roller, Pool Toys and Beach Towel
Giant Outdoor Set – Kite, Frisbee, and Ladder Toss

Colortastic Grand Prize Picks (Teens/Tweens in Middle-High School)

3D Printing Pen with Filament Refills
Harry Potter LEGO Bundle
Franklin Disc Golf Basket with Discs and Bag
Kodak Printomatic Camera, Case, and Film
Deluxe Artists Easel and Painting Set

* Please note that grand prize winners are not eligible for grand prize picks. *

COLOR OUR WORLD KICK-OFF EVENT (All Ages)
Saturday, June 21 from 10 AM – NOON (Outdoor Event – Weather Permitting)
Colorful bounce houses, fun art stations, disc golf, chalk art, color scavenger hunt, popcorn, plus more. Drop in for some colorful fun!

MESSY COLORFUL PLAY (0-5 Years Old)
Mondays at 10 AM • June 23 – July 28
Colorful play stations will be set up so children can explore fun and interactive activities. Spoiler alert – you may get messy!

ART-TASTIC EVENTS (All Ages)

Benjammin’s Color Our World Interactive Concert Tuesday, June 24 @ 10 AM
Joel Tacey’s Foam Party (Outdoors) Tuesday, July 1 @ 10 AM
Movie & Popcorn – “Harold and the Purple Crayon” (PG, 1hr 29 min) Tuesday, July 8 @ 10 AM
Jeff Wawrzaszek’s Art of Magic Tuesday, July 15 @ 10 AM
Mosaics with Meijer – Mosaic Art & Cupcakes Tuesday, July 22 @ 10 AM
Cotton Candy Colors – Science That Tastes Good! Tuesday, July 29 @ 10 AM

Color Pop Art Lab (Middle-High School)
Tuesdays @ 2 PM • June 24 – July 29
Teens and tweens can create fun and exciting art projects.

COLORFUL STORIES & SONGS (0-5 Years Old)
Wednesdays at 10 AM • June 25 – July 30
Stories, songs, colorful play, creative crafts, and lots of fun!

CREATIVE STATIONS (K-5th Grade)
Wednesdays at 2 PM • June 25 – July 30
Create art, make crafts, and construct with building sets

BRIGHT & BOLD BOOK CLUB (Middle-High School)
Every other Wednesdays @ 2 PM • JUNE 25, JULY 9, & JULY 23
Share what you are reading or your favorite book!

INK & IMAGINATION WRITING CLUB (Middle-High School)
Every other Wednesday @ 2 PM • JULY 2, JULY 16, & JULY 30
Write, explore, and share with fellow young authors.

MASTERPIECE MAKERS (K-5th Grade)
Thursdays at 10 AM • June 26 – July 31
Learn about famous artists and create artwork inspired by their masterpieces.

Canvas & Chaos (Middle-High School)
Weekly Art sessions on Thursdays @ 2 PM
Get excited about art ans we create chaotic yet fun projects!

FELIX COLORS OTSEGO (All Ages)
June 21 – August 2
Felix the Fox is painting downtown Otsego! Find Felix and his colorful paintbrushes during this fun, interactive activity. Find them all, return your completed sheet to the library, and receive a prize!

SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR (All Ages)
Mark your calendars as the Scholastic Book Fair returns June 11 – 28!

WEEKLY PRIZE DRAWINGS (All Ages)
Take part in weekly art activities or attend programs to earn tickets for our weekly prize drawings. The children’s weekly art activity will be located at the tables in the childeren’s section and the teen/tween weekly art activity will be located in the Teen Room.

Friends of the Library – Fall Book Sale

June 19, 2025 | See all Announcements

The Friends of the Library are hosting a TWO DAY Fall Book Sale!

Friday, October 10 from 9 AM – 6 PM
Saturday, October 11 from 9 Am – 1 PM

Who loves a book bargain?! We sure do!

Books will be on sale at discounted rates. Shelves inside the bookstore will be restocked with new titles after each sale.

Friends of the Library Meeting

June 19, 2025 | See all Announcements

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!