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, October 6th 2024

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, Birmingham, MI 48009, Delos Board Room
1:00pm
IN PERSON ONLY: Manhattan Short Film Festival

Back by popular demand! View and vote on the Finalists' Films in the 27th annual MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL. 

Baldwin Public Library
300 West Merrill, Birmingham, MI 48009, Rotary Donor
2:00pm
The Swing Syndicate

The Swing Syndicate Big Band serves jazz classics with a fresh, hip sound, including tunes from the Great American Songbook, big band classics, funky blues, and scorching hot swing.

Rochester Hills Public Library
500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Multipurpose Room
2:00pm
The Boogie Woogie Kid

Join the piano & song man of 5 million YT views for this family program of music fun.  Matthew Ball aka The Boogie Woogie Kid performs New Orleans Song, Boogie-Woogie…

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

Monday, October 7th 2024

All Day
October Teen Take-and-Make Craft: Doodle Pumpkins

MAKE YOUR OWN FALL OR HOLIDAY THEMED DECORATION!

 

This month's Teen Take-and-Make craft kit contains supplies to create your own fall or holiday themed doodle pumpkin. Kits will be available the…

Springfield Township Library
12000 Davisburg Rd, Davisburg, MI 48350, Check-Out Desk
Event Series
All Day
Photo Contest Voting Period Begins

Help us share the beauty of Springfield Township through photographs! Photos will be displayed in the library for community voting from October 7 to October 26. Winners will be announced…

Springfield Township Library
12000 Davisburg Rd, Davisburg, MI 48350
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 fun, and a simple craft. When you register…

Brandon Township Public Library
304 SOUTH ST, ORTONVILLE, MI 48462, Community Room
Event Series
10:00am
Early Lit Group: Little Listeners (Monday, 10 AM)

For children ages 0-5 and their caregiver, please register all children attending.

Little Listeners storytime offers a fun way to introduce early literacy concepts to young children in a traditional storytime…

Rochester Hills Public Library
500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Storyroom
Event Series
10:00am
Sing & Tell Story Time: Ages 2.5 to 3.5

Best for ages 2.5 to 3.5 and their grownups.

Join Ms. Susan as she reads stories and rhymes, sings songs, and more!

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

Baldwin Public Library
300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Grams Discovery Room
Event Series
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
10:15am
Mellow Movers

For those seeking a calmer storytime environment that will still provide plenty of movement and social interaction. 

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
10:15am
Little Me Storytime

Join us as we talk, sing, read, write, and play with our youngest patrons to help prepare them for reading readiness. We encourage children to participate by answering questions, making…

Springfield Township Library
12000 Davisburg Rd, Davisburg, MI 48350, Storytime Room
Event Series
10:30am
Yarn Around: Knit & Crochet Group

Grab that unfinished craft and bring it to the Library! Join us on Mondays as we finish that craft, help another crafter, or just come get inspired.

Walled Lake City Library
1499 E. West Maple Rd., Walled Lake, MI 48390
Event Series
10:30am
Monday Morning Movies

Monday Morning Movies

Mondays @ 10:30am

No registration required

September 9: The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, PG-13, 2011, 2h 4m

October 7: Unsung Hero, PG, 2024, 1hr 52m

November…

Walled Lake City Library
1499 E. West Maple Rd., Walled Lake, MI 48390
Event Series
11:00am
Early Lit Group: Little Listeners (Monday, 11 AM)

For children ages 0-5 and their caregiver, please register all children attending.

Little Listeners storytime offers a fun way to introduce early literacy concepts to young children in a traditional storytime…

Rochester Hills Public Library
500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Storyroom
Event Series
11:00am
Toddler Storytime A

This storytime is the same as Toddler Storytime B. Please attend one or the other! Bring your toddler to this fun, engaging storytime led by Miss Heather! We will share…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346, Community Meeting Room
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. When you register…

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

This storytime is the same as Toddler Storytime B. Please attend one or the other! Bring your toddler to this fun, engaging storytime led by Miss Heather! We will share…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346, Community Meeting Room
Event Series
11:15am
Sing & Tell Story Time: Ages 2.5 to 3.5

Best for ages 2.5 to 3.5 and their grownups.

Join Ms. Susan as she reads stories and rhymes, sings songs, and more!

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

Baldwin Public Library
300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Grams Discovery Room
Event Series
1:00pm
NEXT Popular Reads

Join Rebekah Craft, Director of the Baldwin Public Library, to discuss Real Americans By Rachel Khong. 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
Outside Adventure Days

Adventure beyond the library building and spend time in the fresh air. Explorer Packs will be available for patron use. Meet in the Imaginarium Garden on the 1st Monday of…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Imaginarium Garden
Event Series
4:00pm
Building Committee Meeting

NOTICE OF COMMITTEE MEETING

 

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a meeting of the

Building Committee of the Baldwin Public Library Board

will take place on

                   …

Baldwin Public Library
300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Delos Board Room
4:00pm
Outside Adventure Days

Adventure beyond the library building and spend time in the fresh air. Explorer Packs will be available for patron use. Meet in the Imaginarium Garden on the 1st Monday of…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Imaginarium Garden
Event Series
4:00pm
Dungeons & Dragons Club

Join our roleplaying group for an exciting campaign of the world's most popular roleplaying game! Roll dice, make friends, and battle monsters. Registering for one session will automatically register you…

Brandon Township Public Library
304 SOUTH ST, ORTONVILLE, MI 48462, Study/Meeting Room
Event Series
6:00pm
The Political Lincoln: Honest Abe on Campaigns and Elections

Mr. Lincoln describes his many interesting campaign and election experiences over a long and eventful career, during a time of political intrigue and tumult when the very destiny of our…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346
6:00pm
Teen Volunteer Night

Teens are invited to help out around the library and earn some volunteer hours. Please bring any volunteer paperwork with you. AF

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

Girl Scout Meeting

Brandon Township Public Library
304 SOUTH ST, ORTONVILLE, MI 48462, Meeting Room
6:30pm
Seed Saving 101 with Bevin Cohen

Learn how to save the seeds from your flowers,vegetables and herbs to use them for next year in this informative program with author and seed farmer Bevin Cohen. Using a…

Redford Township District Library
25320 W. Six Mile Rd, Redford, MI 48240, Meeting Room North/South
6:30pm
Music with Matthew Duncan

Immerse yourself in a captivating evening of music with a performance by Matthew Duncan, a versatile and classically trained singer/pianist whose velvety vocals echo the soulful resonance of Josh Groban…

Brandon Township Public Library
304 SOUTH ST, ORTONVILLE, MI 48462, Community Room
7:00pm
Pajama Storytime

Sing, read, dance, and play with friends, old and new, at our exciting pajama storytime.

All ages.  Space is limited, tickets available 60 minutes before storytime begins.  

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