Little Lit
Wednesday, October 27 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
English Language Learning Conversation Group
Wednesday, October 27 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
ELL conversation group is open to all who wish to practice their English language skills in a relaxed and informal setting. The topics vary widely, and it is a great learning experience as well as an opportunity to meet people.
Little Lit
Wednesday, October 27 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
Halloween Storytime
Friday, October 29 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
Join all of your favorite youth librarians in costume as they lead you in a Halloween themed storytime with music, dancing, stories, and fun. A costume parade through the library follows this fun filled event!
Take and Make: Yarn Banners
Saturday, October 30 from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
- Adults
You will find all the supplies and instructions to create a unique and colorful yarn banner wall hanging in this take home kit. All Take and Make supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 9:30 am on the day of the program.
Halloween Family Escape Room K-5
Saturday, October 30 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Families
- Elementary Age
You must figure out all of
the clues and unlock the locks before the monster mayhem and witches spell
locks you in the room on All Hollow's Eve! Each escape room and the level of
difficulty is different based on age. Please register for your appropriate age group.
Escape Rooms start on the hour exactly.
Halloween Family Escape Room K-5
Saturday, October 30 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Families
- Elementary Age
You must figure out all of
the clues and unlock the locks before the monster mayhem and witches spell
locks you in the room on All Hollow's Eve! Each escape room and the level of
difficulty is different based on age. Please register for your appropriate age group.
Escape Rooms start on the hour exactly.
Halloween Teen Escape Room
Saturday, October 30 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Middle School Age
- High School Age
You must figure out all of
the clues and unlock the locks before the monster mayhem and witches spell
locks you in the room on All Hollow's Eve! Each escape room and the level of
difficulty is different based on age. Please register for your appropriate age group.
Escape Rooms start on the hour exactly.
Creepy Concoctions
Saturday, October 30 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Youth Activity Room
- Elementary Age
Create some delicious and spooky treats to scare up some fun at your house. Registration is required.
Halloween Adult Escape Room
Saturday, October 30 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Adults
You must figure out all of
the clues and unlock the locks before the monster mayhem and witches spell
locks you in the room on All Hollow's Eve! Each escape room and the level of
difficulty is different based on age. Please register for your appropriate age group.
Escape Rooms start on the hour exactly.
Little Lit
Monday, November 1 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
Little Lit
Monday, November 1 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
Think Link After School
Monday, November 1 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Middle School Age
LOCS 6th-8th graders can register with their school and receive a special bus pass to come to the library Mondays after school. Students can socialize, study, use the library, and participate in the day's planned activity like art projects, board games, video games, makerspace projects, and more! *Special registration with school required*
Little Lit
Tuesday, November 2 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
Little Lit
Tuesday, November 2 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
Teen Tuesday
Tuesday, November 2 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- High School Age
- Middle School Age
Teen Tuesday is a casual hang-out for teens who enjoy anything from anime, comics, video games, board and card games, D&D, crazy YouTube clips, crafts, and more! If you're looking for something to do with some friends, hang with us for a bit. Snacks always provided and new faces always welcome!!
Little Lit
Wednesday, November 3 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
English Language Learning Conversation Group
Wednesday, November 3 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
ELL conversation group is open to all who wish to practice their English language skills in a relaxed and informal setting. The topics vary widely, and it is a great learning experience as well as an opportunity to meet people.
Little Lit
Wednesday, November 3 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
Lost Restaurants of Detroit
Wednesday, November 3 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Adults
The library is excited to welcome Detroit author Paul Vachon for a presentation about the lost restaurants of Detroit which is based on his book by the same name. This presentation will share the stories behind some of Detroit's storied eateries including Carl's Chop House, Little Harry's, and Topinka's. He will also share information about a few existing bistros and watering holes. After the presentation, Paul will stick around to sign and sell copies of any of his six published titles including his new book, Becoming the Motor City: A Timeline of Detroit's Auto Industry.
5th Grade Battle of the Books Kickoff
Thursday, November 4 from 5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Elementary Age
Register for Battle of the Books 2022 and find out more information including how to form teams, who can mentor, new 2022 activities and more. Also reviled is our 2022 featured author!
5th Grade Battle of the Books Kickoff
Thursday, November 4 from 7:00 PM to 7:45 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Elementary Age
Register for Battle of the Books 2022 and find out more information including how to form teams, who can mentor, new 2022 activities and more. Also reviled is our 2022 featured author!
Take and Make - Break in Bags
Saturday, November 6 from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Location: Lobby
- Elementary Age
Use your detective and puzzle solving skills to break into this goodie bag.
Starbucks Coffee Tasting
Saturday, November 6 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Starbucks
- Adults
- High School Age
Sat, Nov 6 | Traditional Coffees
International Games Day
Saturday, November 6 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- All Ages
Join libraries across the world for a day of tabletop gaming. Bring your friends and family and choose one of over 100 board games to play. Refreshments will be provided.
Little Lit
Monday, November 8 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
Little Lit
Monday, November 8 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
Orion Historical Society (OHS)
Monday, November 8 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
Come to an OHS meeting to learn about our township's history and work on projects to preserve the past. Newcomers are always welcome!
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Michigan Works @ Your Library
Tuesday, November 9 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
Oakland County Michigan Works will assist you with upcoming workshops, youth and adult programs, resume ideas, job searches, interview skills and more. They can point you in the right direction for inquiries about local resources, Department of Health & Human Services and much more.
Little Lit
Tuesday, November 9 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group
Tuesday, November 9 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room B
Little Lit
Tuesday, November 9 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
Teen Tuesday
Tuesday, November 9 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- High School Age
- Middle School Age
Teen Tuesday is a casual hang-out for teens who enjoy anything from anime, comics, video games, board and card games, D&D, crazy YouTube clips, crafts, and more! If you're looking for something to do with some friends, hang with us for a bit. Snacks always provided and new faces always welcome!!
Friends of the Library Board Meeting
Tuesday, November 9 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Adults
Monthly meeting of the Friends of the Orion Township Library Board of Directors.
Little Lit
Wednesday, November 10 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
English Language Learning Conversation Group
Wednesday, November 10 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
ELL conversation group is open to all who wish to practice their English language skills in a relaxed and informal setting. The topics vary widely, and it is a great learning experience as well as an opportunity to meet people.
Little Lit
Wednesday, November 10 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
Book Bunch Book Club
Wednesday, November 10 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
- Adults
All are welcome to join this lively book discussion held on the second Wednesday of the month.
Wed, Sept 8: The Giver of Stars, by Jojo Moyes
Wed, Oct 13: This Tender Land, by William Kent Krueger
Wed, Nov 10: Women of the Copper Country, by Mary Doria Russell
Virtual: Writer's Workshop
Wednesday, November 10 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
Meet the second Wednesday of each month and connect with a group of like-minded writers to learn from each other, share ideas, and practice your writing skills.
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Take and Make: Building Motor Skills
Thursday, November 11 from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Location: Lobby
- Preschool
Help your preschooler work on their motor skills with these fun activities! Recommended for ages 3-5.
GFWC General Meeting
Thursday, November 11 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room B
- Adults
Makerspace Office Hours
Thursday, November 11 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Maker Space
- Adults
Interested in learning about makerspace equipment? Have a question? Need some guidance or inspiration for your project? Drop in and meet with our makerspace librarian and start creating. Assistance will be available on a first-come-first-served basis.
SENSEsational Storytime
Friday, November 12 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
A welcoming, interactive environment designed for children with special needs and sensory seeking kids.
Lions Club Vision Screening
Saturday, November 13 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Babies
- Toddlers
- Elementary Age
The Lake Orion Lions Club is partnering with the Orion Library to offer FREE vision screenings to children over 5 months old. The test is quick and painless. If caught early, 95% of vision issues can be corrected.
Starbucks Coffee Tasting
Saturday, November 13 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Starbucks
- Adults
- High School Age
Sat, Nov 6 | Traditional Coffees
Bounce & Boogie
Saturday, November 13 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Preschool
A music and movement-based program just for ages 0-5! Join us as we dance, groove, jump, and move to our favorite songs and rhymes!
Big Chief Chorus Barbershop Concert
Sunday, November 14 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- All Ages
The Pontiac-Waterford Big Chief Chorus is an organization of men that has been sharing the joy of song throughout the Oakland County area since 1943. Bring the whole family to enjoy their unique barbershop style harmony!
Little Lit
Monday, November 15 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
Little Lit
Monday, November 15 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
Sleepy Storytime and Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Monday, November 15 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Preschool
Bring your blanky and stuffed animal for a warm and cozy pajama storytime! Then your stuffed animals get to have a slumber party at the library!
Monday Evening Book Discussion
Monday, November 15 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
New members are always welcome for this monthly book discussion!
Little Lit
Tuesday, November 16 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: Reading Garden
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
Little Lit
Tuesday, November 16 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Reading Garden
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
Teen Tuesday
Tuesday, November 16 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- High School Age
- Middle School Age
Teen Tuesday is a casual hang-out for teens who enjoy anything from anime, comics, video games, board and card games, D&D, crazy YouTube clips, crafts, and more! If you're looking for something to do with some friends, hang with us for a bit. Snacks always provided and new faces always welcome!!
Bad Art Night
Tuesday, November 16 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Youth Activity Room
- Families
This night is about all of us who don't have an artistic interest.
Come and create an awful piece of art. No rules (besides not trashing the
library), but lots of fun materials to use.
Little Lit
Wednesday, November 17 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
English Language Learning Conversation Group
Wednesday, November 17 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
ELL conversation group is open to all who wish to practice their English language skills in a relaxed and informal setting. The topics vary widely, and it is a great learning experience as well as an opportunity to meet people.
Little Lit
Wednesday, November 17 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
- Toddlers
- Babies
A storytime for all ages! Children ages 0-5 and their families are invited for stories, songs, and activities that promote the five staple early literacy practices: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing! Limit 20 children.
Gemstone Charm Bracelets
Wednesday, November 17 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Adults
Learn about different semi-precious gemstones, crystals, and minerals and create a unique charm bracelet out of the stone of your choice.
Thursday Afternoon Book Club
Thursday, November 18 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
September
16: Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo
October 21: The Sanatorium by Sarah
Pearse
November 18: The 7 /12 Deaths of Evelyn
Hardcastle by Stuart Turton
Library Board Meeting
Thursday, November 18 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Adults
The Orion Township Public Library Board of Trustees will hold its monthly board meeting on Thursday, November 18th at 6:30 PM.
- View the Meeting Agenda and Discussion Packet
- Contact the Board with any questions or comments before the meeting
- For additional assistance to attend this meeting virtually, please contact Kathleen Kwiatkowski at (248) 693-3000 x412.
North Oakland Genealogical Society (NOGS)
Thursday, November 18 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
Anyone with an interest in genealogy and family history research is encouraged to attend!
Glowforge: Engraved Slate Coasters
Saturday, November 20 from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Location: Maker Space
- Adults
Get a head start on holiday gifts by learning to make a custom engraved slate coaster.
Ring of Steel: S.H.I.E.L.D. Combat Training
Saturday, November 20 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Middle School Age
- High School Age
Captain America, the Winter Soldier, and combat specialists prepare S.H.I.E.L.D operatives for the Avengers' next enemies - Hydra, Chitauri, Thanos, or even your average supervillain. This stage combat panel covers hand-to-hand, movement, weapon disarms, and everything you need to help save the world. Join Ring of Steel: Action Theater and Stunt Troupe, at Orion Library as they prepare you for the next enemy.
Glowforge: Engraved Slate Coasters
Saturday, November 20 from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: Adult Department
- Adults
Get a head start on holiday gifts by learning to make a custom engraved slate coaster.
Think Link After School
Monday, November 22 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Middle School Age
LOCS 6th-8th graders can register with their school and receive a special bus pass to come to the library Mondays after school. Students can socialize, study, use the library, and participate in the day's planned activity like art projects, board games, video games, makerspace projects, and more! *Special registration with school required*
Dine, Drink & Discuss Book Discussion
Monday, November 22 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Johnny Black's Lakehouse
- Adults
For the fall quarter, this group will meet at Johnny Black's Lakehouse in Downtown Lake Orion located at 21 W Flint St, Lake Orion, MI 48362
- Mon, Sept 27: The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner
- Mon, Oct 25: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
- Mon, Nov 22: Instructions for Dancing by Nicola Yoon
Press Here...No, Don't Touch the Button a Fun Interactive Storytime
Tuesday, November 23 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room A
- Preschool
Hear some great interactive stories and then make an interactive
story book of your own.
Teen Tuesday
Tuesday, November 23 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- High School Age
- Middle School Age
Teen Tuesday is a casual hang-out for teens who enjoy anything from anime, comics, video games, board and card games, D&D, crazy YouTube clips, crafts, and more! If you're looking for something to do with some friends, hang with us for a bit. Snacks always provided and new faces always welcome!!
Holiday Closing
Wednesday, November 24 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: All Locations
The Orion Library will close at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, November 24 and remain closed through Friday, November 26 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Normal hours will resume on Saturday, November 27.
Holiday Closing
Thursday, November 25 from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Location: All Locations
The Orion Library will close at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, November 24 and remain closed through Friday, November 26 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Normal hours will resume on Saturday, November 27.
Holiday Closing
Friday, November 26 from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Location: All Locations
The Orion Library will close at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, November 24 and remain closed through Friday, November 26 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Normal hours will resume on Saturday, November 27.
Cake Day Creations
Saturday, November 27 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Elementary Age
Celebrate National Cake Day with cake-themed crafts and a delicious cupcake to decorate.
Teen Taste Test Challenge
Saturday, November 27 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Middle School Age
- High School Age
Do you know how many different flavors there are of Oreo cookies? You think you know all the Oreo flavors by taste alone? If your up for the challenge, test your taste buds with "America's Favorite Cookie!"
Sign up begins on Wednesday, October 27.
Teen Tuesday
Tuesday, November 30 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- High School Age
- Middle School Age
Teen Tuesday is a casual hang-out for teens who enjoy anything from anime, comics, video games, board and card games, D&D, crazy YouTube clips, crafts, and more! If you're looking for something to do with some friends, hang with us for a bit. Snacks always provided and new faces always welcome!!
English Language Learning Conversation Group
Wednesday, December 1 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
ELL conversation group is open to all who wish to practice their English language skills in a relaxed and informal setting. The topics vary widely, and it is a great learning experience as well as an opportunity to meet people.
Custom Holiday Mugs
Saturday, December 4 from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Location: Maker Space
- Adults
Using our Cricut Explore cutting machine and Cricut Mug Press, print a custom design on a coffee mug. Perfect for holiday gifting!
Sign up begins on Monday, November 22.
Custom Holiday Mugs
Saturday, December 4 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Location: Maker Space
- Adults
Using our Cricut Explore cutting machine and Cricut Mug Press, print a custom design on a coffee mug. Perfect for holiday gifting!
Sign up begins on Monday, November 22.
Cook the Book
Monday, December 6 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room B
- Adults
English Language Learning Conversation Group
Wednesday, December 8 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
ELL conversation group is open to all who wish to practice their English language skills in a relaxed and informal setting. The topics vary widely, and it is a great learning experience as well as an opportunity to meet people.
Holiday Cookie Exchange and Tea
Wednesday, December 8 from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Adults
Sign up begins on Monday, November 22.
Writer's Workshop
Wednesday, December 8 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
Meet the second Wednesday of each month and connect with a group of like-minded writers to learn from each other, share ideas, and practice your writing skills.
Winter Workshop
Saturday, December 11 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- All Ages
Drop in to this open house to celebrate the start of winter! Activities include fun photo ops, hot chocolate, snacks, and take home crafts.
Lions Club Vision Screening
Saturday, December 11 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Babies
- Toddlers
- Elementary Age
The Lake Orion Lions Club is partnering with the Orion Library to offer FREE vision screenings to children over 5 months old. The test is quick and painless. If caught early, 95% of vision issues can be corrected.
Think Link After School
Monday, December 13 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Middle School Age
LOCS 6th-8th graders can register with their school and receive a special bus pass to come to the library Mondays after school. Students can socialize, study, use the library, and participate in the day's planned activity like art projects, board games, video games, makerspace projects, and more! *Special registration with school required*
Michigan Works @ Your Library
Tuesday, December 14 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
Oakland County Michigan Works will assist you with upcoming workshops, youth and adult programs, resume ideas, job searches, interview skills and more. They can point you in the right direction for inquiries about local resources, Department of Health & Human Services and much more.
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group
Tuesday, December 14 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Room B
Teen Tuesday
Tuesday, December 14 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- High School Age
- Middle School Age
Teen Tuesday is a casual hang-out for teens who enjoy anything from anime, comics, video games, board and card games, D&D, crazy YouTube clips, crafts, and more! If you're looking for something to do with some friends, hang with us for a bit. Snacks always provided and new faces always welcome!!
English Language Learning Conversation Group
Wednesday, December 15 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
ELL conversation group is open to all who wish to practice their English language skills in a relaxed and informal setting. The topics vary widely, and it is a great learning experience as well as an opportunity to meet people.
Thursday Afternoon Book Club
Thursday, December 16 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
Thur, Dec 16: Bring your 2021 Favorite
Thur, Jan 20: The Maidens by Alex Michaelides
Thur, Feb 17: The Women of Copper Country by
Mary Doria Russel
Library Board Meeting
Thursday, December 16 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- Adults
The Orion Township Public Library Board of Trustees will hold its monthly board meeting on Thursday, December 16th at 6:30 PM.
- View the Meeting Agenda and Discussion Packet
- Contact the Board with any questions or comments before the meeting
- For additional assistance to attend this meeting virtually, please contact Kathleen Kwiatkowski at (248) 693-3000 x412.
Cookies for Krampus
Sunday, December 19 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: Linda Sickles Meeting Rooms A and B
- High School Age
- Middle School Age
Celebrate the holidays with Krampus, as we decorate
Krampus cookies and watch the movie, pizza also provided for lunch!
Sign up begins on Friday, November 19.
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Monday Evening Book Discussion
Monday, December 20 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- Adults
New members are always welcome for this monthly book discussion!
Teen Tuesday
Tuesday, December 21 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: James Ingram Room
- High School Age
- Middle School Age
Teen Tuesday is a casual hang-out for teens who enjoy anything from anime, comics, video games, board and card games, D&D, crazy YouTube clips, crafts, and more! If you're looking for something to do with some friends, hang with us for a bit. Snacks always provided and new faces always welcome!!
Holiday Closing
Friday, December 24 from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Location: All Locations
The Orion Library will be closed Friday, December 24 through Monday, December 27 for the Christmas Holiday. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, December 28.
Holiday Closing
Saturday, December 25 from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Location: All Locations
The Orion Library will be closed Friday, December 24 through Monday, December 27 for the Christmas Holiday. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, December 28.
Holiday Closing
Sunday, December 26 from 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Location: All Locations
The Orion Library will be closed Friday, December 24 through Monday, December 27 for the Christmas Holiday. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, December 28.
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