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.

Friday, March 21st 2025

9:00am
Library Board Meeting

The Library Board of Trustees meets on the third Friday of each month at 9:00 a.m. at the Library. The meetings are open to the public.

Walled Lake City Library
1499 E. West Maple Rd., Walled Lake, MI 48390
Event Series
10:15am
Little Ones Story Hour!

Join us for back to school fun!

Little Ones Story Hour is for children ages 0-5. Homeschool families are welcome. Join us for stories, listening and speaking activities. Explore reading, writing,…

Putnam District Library
327 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073
Event Series
10:15am
Tiny Tots Playgroup

Bring your little ones (ages 0-18 months) to this fun playgroup. Chat with other caregivers while you watch your babies play with a variety of age appropriate toys. EC

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
Event Series
11:00am
Baby Storytime

Join Miss Ann for Baby Storytime! Babies up to 24 months, and their caregivers, are welcome for stories and music followed by some informal playtime. Caregivers will learn early literacy…

Walled Lake City Library
1499 E. West Maple Rd., Walled Lake, MI 48390, Library Meeting Room
Event Series
11:00am
Toddler Storytime B

This storytime is the same as Toddler Storytime A. 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
Storytime with Dani

Bring your children, ages birth to five, for a fun storytime for the spring! We'll read books, do crafts or color, and sing songs as we go!

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

This storytime is the same as Toddler Storytime A. 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
Toddler Storytime B!

Bring your toddler to this fun, engaging storytime led by Miss Heather! We will share books, songs, flannel stories, and activities all designed to help build your child’s literacy skills.…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346, Community Meeting Room
Event Series
11:30am
Storytime

Tuesdays, 01/14, 02/04, 02/11, 03/11, 04/08, 04/15, 5:30-6:30pm, Friday, 01/10, 03/21, 11:30am-12:30pm, Youth Room: Come for our Storytime at the library. Each month, we will have different age groups and…

Pontiac Public Library
60 East Pike Street, Pontiac, MI 48342, Youth Room
Event Series
1:00pm
Friday Movie Matinee - Philomena (2013)

In 1952, Irish teenager Philomena (Judi Dench) became pregnant out of wedlock and was sent to a convent. When her baby, Anthony, was a toddler, the nuns took Philomena's child…

Baldwin Public Library
300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009
3:00pm
Pop Up Art Exhibit by Mohamed Rashad

Stop by Qahwati Coffee to grab a cup of coffee and see a pop up art exhibit by the talented Egyptian artist Mohamed Rashad. All artwork was commissioned by…

Main Street Ferndale
22754 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220
3:00pm
GAME NIGHT - CHARADES

Grab your friends, family, coworkers or come solo to join us in an evening of fun playing Charades! This game night event is FREE and OPEN to the public. 

Main Street Ferndale
430 West Nine Mile, Ferndale, MI 48220, ENTER THROUGH SCHIFFER PARK
4:00pm
Carl Rippberger Youth Drop-In Center

Ages: 13-18
When: Fridays at 4 pm-7 pm
Where: Affirmations | 290 W. 9 Mile Rd, Ferndale

A safe space for LGBTQIA2S+ youth to build community and have fun in a…

Main Street Ferndale
290 West Nine Mile, FERNDALE, MI 48220

Saturday, March 22nd 2025

All Day
March Is Reading Month Reading Bingo

Celebrate March is Reading Month with a month long BINGO game. Write in the book title that fits the squares that you read this month. You may use the same…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
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
11:00am
Yoga for Kids

Children ages 6-10 years old are invited to join us for age-appropriate yoga and movement- including breathing, poses, games, stories, music, relaxation, meditation, and more. Kids will need to bring…

Brandon Township Public Library
304 SOUTH ST, ORTONVILLE, MI 48462, Community Room
Event Series
11:00am
Elaine B Jewelry

Elaine B Jewelry is offering folks the opportunity to learn how to hand-stamp their own Forever Linked disc charms during our store hours (11:00 - 4:00 PM) on Saturday the…

Main Street Ferndale
22961 Woodward, Ferndale, MI 48220
11:00am
CPR & AED Training

Join us to learn CPR and how to operate an automatic external defibrillator (AED) to be prepared for a crisis situation! Participants will be certified in CPR at the end…

Walled Lake City Library
1499 E. West Maple Rd., Walled Lake, MI 48390
12:00pm
TRASH GERAF diy ACRYLIC PAINTING & SEMINAR

Join us for a fun painting workshop in part with Downtown Ferndale & Ferndale Arts And Beautification’s Art March. Your local Trash Geraf will be walking you through the…

Main Street Ferndale
430 West Nine Mile, Ferndale, MI 48220, ENTER THROUGH SCHIFFER PARK
12:00pm
3JB STUDIO OPEN HOUSE

Visit the Gallery & Studio of artist Jarrad Tacon-Heaslip.  The New Zealand native Jarrad Tacon-Heaslip creates works which combine his knowledge of architecture with his ongoing exploration of symmetry and…

Main Street Ferndale
542 Hilton, Ferndale, MI 48220
12:30pm
Saturday Beginner Yoga

Join Claire from Road to Clarity for an hour long, beginner yoga practice at the library to find your inner peace. Please bring your own mat. When you register for…

Brandon Township Public Library
304 SOUTH ST, ORTONVILLE, MI 48462, Community Room
Event Series
1:00pm
Read to Paws

Sign up for a 15 minute session to read with a therapy dog. These furry friends are great listeners because they are specially trained to provide comfort and…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346
1:00pm
Mobile Escape Room

Choose between a Wild West Saloon by doing the Cowboy’s challenge and finding the stash of gold or the Supervillian Lair where you break into the lair of a supervillain…

Rochester Hills Public Library
500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307
2:00pm
Teen Book Tasting

Saturday, 03/22, 2-4pm, Auditorium: Try a variety of different novels and genres at this celebration of reading month. Featuring an array of books geared towards teens, come see what type…

Pontiac Public Library
60 East Pike Street, Pontiac, MI 48342, Auditorium
2:30pm
Family Board Game Club: Grades K to 6

Grades K to 6 with grown up(s).

Saturdays at 2:30 p.m.

March 22, April 12, May 31

Kids and caregivers are invited to play a variety of fun children's board games at the…

Baldwin Public Library
300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Grams Discovery Room
Event Series
3:00pm
Free Sew

Join us for an afternoon of sewing. We will have our library's sewing machines set up and staff will be on hand to show you the basics. You can also…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346
3:00pm
Pop Up Art Exhibit by Mohamed Rashad

Stop by Qahwati Coffee to grab a cup of coffee and see a pop up art exhibit by the talented Egyptian artist Mohamed Rashad. All artwork was commissioned by…

Main Street Ferndale
22754 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220

Sunday, March 23rd 2025

1:00pm
DROP IN - DIY SKATEBOARD DECK

Create a work of art in the from of a skateboard deck! Each attendee will receive a DIY skateboard deck design and Alpha 6 paint kit.  *Limited number available* This…

Main Street Ferndale
430 West Nine Mile, Ferndale, MI 48220, ENTER THROUGH SCHIFFER PARK
2:00pm
Author Event: Daggie Lacis

In celebration of Women’s History Month, Inscribe Books and CIDL are excited to welcome author Dagnija Lacis!  In her new memoir titled THE WALL FALLS, A WOMAN RISES, Daggie tells…

Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346
2:00pm
VITAL SIGNS MID MONTH RECEPTION

This show is presented by The National Women Caucus for The Arts - Mi Chapter. We are an advocacy group for women in the arts ranging from environmental to political…

Main Street Ferndale
22620 Woodward Avenue, Ferndale, MI 48220
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