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TPL 24/7 - Downloading Books, Movies, and Music

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Technology Programs:

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Technology Programs

Come learn about some of TPL’s great online services that can be accessed 24/7, from anywhere you are. Topics covered will include: OverDrive eBooks, Hoopla Digital, and Kanopy.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Books & Brews

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Age Group:
Adults
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program, Book Club
Event Details:

A fun & festive environment to meet new friends and read great books. There will be trivia contests, prizes, and more!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Humor and Communication with Improv

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adult Programs

Join Hamtramck's Ant Works Improv educators for an evening of fun. Improvisation provides adults with an opportunity to develop active listening skills, be in the moment, and find joy in "mistakes".

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mystery Book Club, a Community Volunteer Book Club

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Discussing The Woman Who Lied by Claire Douglas.

This is a volunteer-led book club, no registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

New Catalog 101

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

We have a new catalog, you have questions! Come meet with our librarians and we’ll walk you through the new catalog and answer any questions you may have. Drop-ins welcome, no registration required!

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Smart Space

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Meeting Room is available on a walk-in basis (no reservations required) for patrons needing a space to do some computer work, have a Zoom call or have a small group meeting.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Trivia Night @ Stumblebum Beer Co.

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Offsite at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Trivia Night at Stumblebum Beer Co. in Troy and put your knowledge to the test! Teams of up to 6 participants are welcome, but be sure to register your team in advance to secure your spot. 

See you there!

This event is in the "Adults" group

TPL Author Talks: Brad Taylor

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Program at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program, Virtual Program, Author Visit
Event Details:

Adult Programs

Brad Taylor’s bestselling Pike Logan series follows the veteran operator and his partner Jennifer Cahill through covert missions with the Taskforce -- a clandestine team of operators that exists outside the bounds of U.S.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Dan Ewald, a Community Volunteer Book Club

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Discussing The Iceman Commeth by Eugene O'Neil.

This is a volunteer-led book club, no registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Next Chapter: "The Truth is Stranger than Fiction"

All Day 4/15 - 4/22
Off Site
Age Group:
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get to know your shelf! 

Next Chapter (formerly known as Shelf Awareness) is a subscription box service - each month you sign up, you will receive a mailer box with a hand-picked book along with some themed goodies inside.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

New Catalog 101

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

We have a new catalog, you have questions! Come meet with our librarians and we’ll walk you through the new catalog and answer any questions you may have. Drop-ins welcome, no registration required!

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Smart Space

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Meeting Room is available on a walk-in basis (no reservations required) for patrons needing a space to do some computer work, have a Zoom call or have a small group meeting.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

"The Librarians" Documentary

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join TPL for a screening and discussion of the PBS documentary, The Librarians.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Smart Space

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Meeting Room is available on a walk-in basis (no reservations required) for patrons needing a space to do some computer work, have a Zoom call or have a small group meeting.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Ready, Set, Camp! Planning Your Michigan State Park Getaway

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Michigan boasts 104 state parks, each offering something different, from cozy cabins to quiet, rustic campsites.  Join DNR Park Interpreter Jessica Ableson as she helps you map out your next Michigan adventure.

This event is in the "Adults" group

French Language Club (Club de langue française)

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adult Programs

French speakers and language students are welcome to join this friendly conversation club. 

A great way to meet friends, speak in French, and share cultural activities.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Talk Time: English Language Conversation Club

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

English language learners are invited to join us at the library to practice speaking and listening skills while making new friends in a casual, conversational atmosphere.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Smart Space

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Meeting Room is available on a walk-in basis (no reservations required) for patrons needing a space to do some computer work, have a Zoom call or have a small group meeting.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Spanish Language Club (Club de lengua española)

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Adult Programs

Spanish speakers and language students are welcome to join this friendly conversation club. 

A great way to meet friends, speak in Spanish, and share cultural activities.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Talk Time: English Language Conversation with Optional Book Club

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

If English is not your first language, join us at the library to practice your speaking and listening skills and improve your English vocabulary in a casual, relaxed atmosphere.

This event is in the "Adults" group

TPL Tutor Time

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:45am - 12:45pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Reserved for TPL tutors to meet with their students. This is an extension of the Talk Time English Language Club program. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Checkmate: Chess for Adults

Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

American chess grandmaster and world champion Bobby Fischer famously said, "Chess is life." If you've always wanted to learn how to play but missed the chance, here's your opportunity! Topics covered during this 4-week session are: 1.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Technology Center Renovation - Next Steps

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Cafe at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

next steps in moving the tech center

This event is in the "Adults" group

TPL Author Talks: Miranda Cowley Heller on "What the Deep Water Knows"

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Program at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program, Virtual Program, Author Visit
Event Details:

Adult Programs

Miranda Cowley Heller has worked as senior vice president and head of drama series at HBO, developing and overseeing such shows as The Sopranos, Six Feet Under, The Wire, Deadwood, and Big Love.