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.

Thursday, September 28th 2023

All Day
2023 Homecoming Spirit Week: Throwback Thursday

Take a tour of some of Pontiac's iconic locations and see how the city's history unfolds!

Pontiac Collective Impact Partnership
1051 Arlene Ave, Pontiac, MI 48340
10:00am
Bag O' Books Sale

Buy a bag for $3.00 & fill it with all the books you can! Or get an even better deal and buy 2 bags for $5.00. Thursday, September 28 from…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Tower Lobby
Event Series
10:00am
ELL Book Club: Me Talk Pretty One Day

Meet with Rebecca and other English language learners to read a book and talk about it in a friendly setting. Copies of the book will be available at the first…

Rochester Hills Public Library
500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Conference Room B
Event Series
10:00am
Books and Boogie Story Time for 3 to 5 years

Best for ages three to five years.

Join Ms. Alyssa for stories and songs that get you moving.

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

Baldwin Public Library
300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Grams Discovery Room
Event Series
10:00am
Early Lit Group: Preschool STEAM

For children ages 3-5 years and a caregiver. Register all children attending with their own library card. Please only register for one story group, one registration covers the whole 6…

Rochester Hills Public Library
500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307
Event Series
10:15am
Baby Bounce Storytime

Babies 6-18 months and caregivers are invited to join us for 15 minutes of stories and songs. Plan to stay in the library for social time with others. Please be…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
Event Series
10:15am
On-My-Own Storytime

This interactive program is designed for children ages 4 and 5 to attend on their own (we ask that caretakers do remain in the library, however!). Intended to help reduce…

Springfield Township Library
12000 Davisburg Rd, Davisburg, MI 48350, Storytime Room
Event Series
10:30am
SPL Senior Social

This is a recurring program for seniors to enjoy some fellowship at the library. We will have crafts, games, music and coffee. Bring a friend or meet new ones! Seniors…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Meeting Room
Event Series
10:30am
Books and Babies

It’s never too early to introduce babies to books. This lap sit program will stimulate your baby’s brain
development through movement, rhymes, fingerplays, puppets, and books shared with their caregiver.

West Bloomfield Township Public Library
4600 Walnut Lake Rd, West Bloomfield, MI 48323, Main Library Youth Activity Center
11:00am
Room Reservation

Room Reservation

Brandon Township Public Library
304 SOUTH ST, ORTONVILLE, MI 48462, Study/Meeting Room
11:15am
Rhyme Time

Rhyme Time is designed to teach preschoolers early literacy skills in preparation for reading. We'll be singing songs, reading books and making rhymes. Please be considerate and mindful of health,…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
Event Series
1:00pm
Book Club

Join us to discuss a different Book Club book each month. Copies of the book will be available for pick up at the circulation desk beginning on the previous month's…

Springfield Township Library
12000 Davisburg Rd, Davisburg, MI 48350, Large Meeting Room
Event Series
1:00pm
Early Lit Group: Baby Play

For non-walking infants and a caregiver. Register all children attending with their own library card. Please only register for one story group, one registration covers the whole 6-week session. 

Baby Play…

Rochester Hills Public Library
500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307
Event Series
2:00pm
Books and Boogie Story Time for 3 to 5 years

Best for ages three to five years.

Join Ms. Alyssa for stories and songs that get you moving.

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

Baldwin Public Library
300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, Grams Discovery Room
Event Series
2:00pm
ESL Cafe

Improve your English skills with coffee and conversation. Relax and talk with people from different countries who are trying to improve their English. No registration required.

Wixom Public Library
49015 Pontiac Trl, Wixom, MI 48393, Meeting Room
Event Series
4:00pm
SPL Anime Club

At SPL Anime Club we encourage everyone to participate, suggest favorite titles and bring friends to each meeting, which includes screenings of everything from classic titles to new releases! 
Because…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Youth Program Room
Event Series
4:15pm
Kids Cooking Class @ Redford Community Center

Learn how to make a tasty treat and acquire new cooking skills in this fun class at the Community Center.  While the library is under construction we will meet Ms…

Redford Township District Library
12121 Hemingway St, Redford Charter Township, MI 48239
4:15pm
Reader's Theater Thursdays

Students third to fifth grade come and have fun reading short skits and using puppets to act out some of your favorite classics.

Brandon Township Public Library
304 SOUTH ST, ORTONVILLE, MI 48462, Community Room
Event Series
4:45pm
Dungeons&Dragons Adventures

Warriors Bold and Wizards Wise,

Their stories told through your mind's eyes,

Clarkston Independence District Library

6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346
6:00pm
In conversation with Angeline Boulley author of Firekeeper's Daughter and Warrior Girl Unearthed

Romeo District Library is pleased to announce that Angeline Boulley, author
of Firekeeper’s Daughter, will be coming to Romeo Middle School Auditorium Thursday, September
28 at 6:00 pm. Firekeeper’s Daughter…

Romeo District Library
11091 32 Mile Rd., Romeo, MI 48065
6:00pm
Heartfulness Meditation

Tuesdays and Thursdays (except from holidays), 6-7pm, Microsoft Teams: Join us for our returning Heartfulness Meditation program online. The Heartfulness Meditation Program offers a simple set of relaxation and meditation…

Pontiac Public Library
60 East Pike Street, Pontiac, MI 48342, Virtual on Microsoft Teams
Event Series
6:00pm
Author Talk - Rouge River Revived with John Hartig

John Hartig is a Visiting Scholar at the University of Windsor’s Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research, serves on the Board of Directors of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, and chairs…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Meeting Room
6:30pm
SLC Board Meeting

SLC Board Meeting

Suburban Library Cooperative
44750 Delco Blvd., Sterling Heights, MI 48313
6:30pm
How Psychic Are You?

Learn about psychic abilities with Kristy Robinett. Everyone has a gut feeling but not everyone knows what to do with this or how to work the psychic muscle. We will…

Wixom Public Library
49015 Pontiac Trl, Wixom, MI 48393, Meeting Room
7:00pm
Medicare 101 presented by the Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance program sponsored by AAA 1-B

Medicare can be complicated—even confusing—with its multiple parts and the many choices it offers.
There are dates and deadlines to remember, lots of confusing terms and different kinds of plans.…

West Bloomfield Township Public Library
4600 Walnut Lake Rd, West Bloomfield, MI 48323, Main Library Meeting Room
7:00pm
Anime Glass Painting for Teens

Learn the art of reverse glass painting by  painting your favorite character from an Anime or Manga. We will have printouts of various manga/anime characters, but if you would like…

Baldwin Public Library
300 West Merrill Street, Birmingham, MI 48009
7:00pm
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

Friday, September 29th 2023

All Day
Walk in the Parks Fall Challenge

Take some time this fall to visit the library and the parks of Southfield! Starting September 1st, visit the 3rd floor reference desk for a list of five chosen parks…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Event Series
All Day
2023 Homecoming Spirit Week: All Alumni Reception

Show your school spirit and rep your alumni gear, whether Northern or Central or Pontiac High we are one. All alumni reception details forthcoming.

Pontiac Collective Impact Partnership
1051 Arlene Ave, Pontiac, MI 48340
10:00am
Bag O' Books Sale

Buy a bag for $3.00 & fill it with all the books you can! Or get an even better deal and buy 2 bags for $5.00. Thursday, September 28 from…

Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076, Tower Lobby
Event Series
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