Oakland County, MI

Oakland is the second most populous county in Michigan and is located northwest of Detroit. According to the 2010 census, Oakland County has a population of 1,202,362. The county consists of 62 cities, townships, and villages. The county’s five townships are Farmington, Bloomfield, Troy, Oakland, and Pontiac. Oakland County was originally known as “Old Northwest” when the U.S. bought it from France in 1803. It was officially organized as a county in 1819. Some fun things to do include: Stony Creek Metropark, Detroit Axe, and Detroit Kid City. A popular event is the Michigan Renaissance Festival, which takes place in late summer until early fall.

Sunday, May 5th 2024

12:30pm
Friends of the BPL Used Book & Media Sale - Bag Day

Stuff a bag full of sale items for just $5!

Baldwin Public Library
300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009
1:00pm
Revenge of the Fifth

It's not a TRAP, we are celebrating May the Fourth and Revenge of the Fifth at SPL! Stop by to look for droids (and more!) during the scavenger hunt and…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Room and Meeting Room
1:00pm
Scavenger Hunt - Jewish Heritage Month

Stop by the Youth Desk to pick up a clue sheet for our Scavenger Hunt. Learn about Jewish inventors, entrepreneurs and designers who created many of the fun games you…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Room
Event Series
1:00pm
Hybrid: Page to Screen

Which one was better? The book or the movie? Each month we get together to decide who told the story better.

Discuss a book and a related film. This month's selections…

Baldwin Public Library
300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, 2nd Floor Delos Board Room
2:00pm
Country Blues Narrative With Songs with Leonardo Gianola

Over the last 20 years, Leonardo Gianola has performed his "Country Blues Narrative with Songs" at local public libraries, historical societies, and for private groups. It is performed using two…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346

Monday, May 6th 2024

10:00am
American Culture

Join Mariano for an informal group discussion. This group is open to all ELL students and newcomers. We will discuss and share our own experiences and observations regarding the customs…

Rochester Hills Public Library
500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307
Event Series
10:00am
Reading and Rhythm With Miss Fran

Bring your children ages birth to five years old for a fun storytime consisting of stories, songs, exercises to music, fingerplays, parachute activity and a simple craft.

Brandon Township Public Library
304 SOUTH ST, ORTONVILLE, MI 48462, Community Room
Event Series
10:15am
Mellow Movers

 A calmer, quieter approach to storytime with a focus on movement and music.

Limited to the first 15 children and their caregivers to arrive. SF

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
Event Series
10:30am
Monday Morning Movies

Monday Morning Movies

Mondays @ 10:30am

No registration required

 

Feb 5: Barbie, PG-13, 2023

March 4: Oppenheimer, R*, 2023

April 1: A Haunting in Venice, PG-13, 2023

May…

Walled Lake City Library
1499 E. West Maple Rd., Walled Lake, MI 48390
Event Series
10:30am
Little Explorers

Come get messy with us as we explore with our five senses! We will have a variety of sensory stations to facilitate exploration with activities such as: kinetic sand, water…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346, Ms. Jamie
Event Series
11:00am
Reading and Rhythm With Miss Fran

Bring your children ages birth to five years old for a fun storytime consisting of stories, songs, exercises to music, fingerplays, parachute activity and a simple craft.

Brandon Township Public Library
304 SOUTH ST, ORTONVILLE, MI 48462, Community Room
Event Series
11:00am
Storytime @ Rotary Park

For children ages birth-5 years and their caregiver, no registration required.
Join your favorite youth librarians for a fun storytime in the park! Please bring a blanket for your family.…

Rochester Hills Public Library
500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Rotary Park
12:00pm
Red Cross Blood Drive

Save a life or three. Donate blood. Save a life by donating blood with the American Red Cross. Register at www.redcrossblood.org. Walk ins are accepted but those with an appointment…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Meeting Room
Event Series
1:00pm
NEXT Popular Reads

Join Rebekah Craft, Director of the Baldwin Public Library, to discuss "North Woods" by Daniel Mason. This book club meets in person at Birmingham Next. Attendees may also attend the…

Baldwin Public Library
2121 Midvale Street, Birmingham, MI 48009
4:00pm
Dungeons and Dragons

Teens can join our Dungeons and Dragons group to play the 5th edition of the world's most popular tabletop roleplaying game! Slay dragons and conquer dungeons with other excitable players…

Brandon Township Public Library
304 SOUTH ST, ORTONVILLE, MI 48462, Study/Meeting Room
Event Series
4:30pm
LEGO Club

LEGO Club is back! We provide the bricks and base plate, you supply the imagination. Complete building challenges, or just build whatever suits your mood. Leave your personally-owned LEGO bricks…

Springfield Township Library
12000 Davisburg Rd, Davisburg, MI 48350, Storytime Room
Event Series
6:00pm
Battle of the Books Competition

For teams registered for Battle of the Books and their families only.

Brandon Township Public Library
304 SOUTH ST, ORTONVILLE, MI 48462, Community Room
6:00pm
Teen Volunteer Night

Teens interested in volunteering at the Southfield Public Library should attend this drop in session.  AF

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Event Series
6:15pm
Room Reservation

Room Reservation

Brandon Township Public Library
304 SOUTH ST, ORTONVILLE, MI 48462, Study/Meeting Room
6:30pm
In Person: Into No Man’s Land: An Evening with Holocaust Survivor Irene Miller

It is a story of courage, determination, perseverance, and the power of the human spirit. Irene Miller, a Holocaust survivor, author, speaker, and educator will take you on an extraordinary…

Baldwin Public Library
300 West Merrill, Birmingham, MI 48009, Rotary/Donor
7:00pm
Idea Lab Class - Drawing 101: Designing a Character Turnaround

In this Idea Lab class, we’ll use the Procreate iPad app to teach you how to design a character, then create a Turnaround Sheet. This 360-degree view of your character…

Baldwin Public Library
300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009
7:00pm
Video Gaming Club: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe - Grades 4 to 6

Registration opens one month before the program. 

Grades 4 to 6

Meet up with other gamers to play a video game together. All gaming abilities welcome. Registration required. 

March 4: Mario Party Superstars

April…

Baldwin Public Library
300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Jeanne Lloyd Room
7:00pm
Fairy Tale Storytime

Join us for a magical Fairy Tale Storytime for all ages! Our special guest, Belle from Beauty and the Beast, will be here to share a delightful story and answer…

Redford Township District Library
25320 W. Six Mile Rd, Redford, MI 48240
Event Series

Tuesday, May 7th 2024

9:30am
Reading and Rhythm With Miss Fran

Bring your children ages birth to five years old for a fun storytime consisting of stories, songs, exercises to music, fingerplays, parachute activity and a simple craft.

Brandon Township Public Library
304 SOUTH ST, ORTONVILLE, MI 48462, Community Room
Event Series
10:00am
Scavenger Hunt - Jewish Heritage Month

Stop by the Youth Desk to pick up a clue sheet for our Scavenger Hunt. Learn about Jewish inventors, entrepreneurs and designers who created many of the fun games you…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Room
Event Series
10:00am
English Matters: ELL Conversation Group

Our conversation groups are a time to come together and discuss hometowns, food, hobbies, jobs, and other informal topics.  Joining a group will introduce you to new friends and a…

Rochester Hills Public Library
500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307
Event Series
10:00am
Wiggle & Rhyme Story Time: Birth to 18 Months

Best for ages birth to 18 months.

Join Ms. Stephanie for a lapsit story time with singing, clapping, tapping, and more. 

Story times use a first come, first served ticketing system. Tickets…

Baldwin Public Library
300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Grams Discovery Room
Event Series
10:00am
A Good Yarn Knitting and Crochet Group

Join fellow yarn enthusiasts to socialize while knitting or crocheting! All experience levels are welcome. Bring your own project, or choose from one of the patterns provided. We have a…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Rd, Clarkston, MI 48346, Conference Room
Event Series
10:15am
Toddler Storytime

Featuring songs, stories and time for play, peppered with tips and tricks for caregiver to make every day storytime! SF

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
Event Series
11:15am
Wiggle & Rhyme Story Time: Birth to 18 Months

Best for ages birth to 18 months.

Join Ms. Stephanie for a lapsit story time with singing, clapping, tapping, and more. 

Story times use a first come, first served ticketing system. Tickets…

Baldwin Public Library
300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Grams Discovery Room
Event Series
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