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This event is in the "Baby, Toddler, Pre-K" group.

Preschool Storytime Session 2 (3-5yrs)

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
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Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Program
Required
Event Details:

Join us to share stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts! This storytime is structured to focus on kindergarten readiness skills. Parent participation is encouraged.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Talk Time: English Conversation Club - Beginner & Advanced Levels

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Required
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.

All levels are welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Introduction to Microsoft Word

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Technology Programs:

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Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Program
Required

Technology Programs

Event Details:

Learn the basics of Microsoft Word. Our presenter will use PowerPoint 2019, but the differences between most versions are minor.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Large Friends Donations (3+ Boxes)

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Loading Dock at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Open
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Loading Dock
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Required
Event Details:

To help us better manage donations, we ask all individuals wanting to donate three or more boxes of material to register for an appointment. You may arrive anytime between 10 am and 12 noon with your donation. 

This event is in the "Baby, Toddler, Pre-K" group.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Talk Time: English Conversation Group (Family Friendly!)

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Open
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Adult Program
Required
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 "Teens" group.

Teen Talk Time

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cafe at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
Open
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Program
Required
Event Details:

Troy teens (6th -12th grade) who are working to improve their English language skills are invited to join us at the library to practice speaking and listening skills while making new friends in a fun, no-p

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Paws to Read! (Saturday Session)

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens
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Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Youth Program
Required
Event Details:

Help your child gain confidence and reading fluency by reading to a therapy dog! To get your full reading time, you must arrive on time and with a book.

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Child Policy

All children ages 12 and younger must be in the company of a parent/adult care-giver at all times while in the library. Even if the child is attending a program, it is required that the parent/adult caregiver remain in the library building throughout the program.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

TAEB

Monday, September 23, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
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Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Program
Event Details:

TAEB meeting

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Tween Book Club

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens
Youth Programs:

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Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Club, Youth Program
Required

Youth Programs

Event Details:

Join the Tween Book Club for a fun discussion about Matilda by Roald Dahl. Registration is limited to 20 readers, so grab a book soon and read it before our meet-up.

Disclaimer(s)

Registrant Age/Grade

Ages and grades are strictly enforced: to allow each child to feel successful, provide the best experience for all attendees, and offer opportunities for social and emotional growth within peer groups, children who are not in the correct grade or age-group for this program will be turned away at the door.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Grown-Up Game Night

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Required
Event Details:

Calling all tabletop board gamers! Looking to play a new game or maybe meet fellow board-gaming friends? Check out TPL’s new monthly board game club.

This event is in the "Baby, Toddler, Pre-K" group.

Evening Toddlertime (2-3.5 yrs)

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
View Details
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Program
Required
Event Details:

Join us for songs, rhymes, a story, and fun! Older and younger siblings are welcome. Toddlertime is from 6:30-7:00. You are welcome to stay after 7:00 for a short informal playtime with other toddlers.

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

Let's Go Birding

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Adult Programs:

View Details
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Required

Adult Programs

Event Details:

Birder Greg Bodker returns with his follow-up to April's popular Birdwatching vs. Birding program. Novice and practicing birders will learn the tools needed for birding and fieldcraft skills.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Artist Study: Keith Haring

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Kids
View Details
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Youth Program
Required
Event Details:

Learn about 20th century American pop artist Keith Haring and create some art in his unique style!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Registrant Age/Grade

Ages and grades are strictly enforced: to allow each child to feel successful, provide the best experience for all attendees, and offer opportunities for social and emotional growth within peer groups, children who are not in the correct grade or age-group for this program will be turned away at the door.

Unattended Child Policy

All children ages 12 and younger must be in the company of a parent/adult care-giver at all times while in the library. Even if the child is attending a program, it is required that the parent/adult caregiver remain in the library building throughout the program.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Large Friends Donations (3+ Boxes)

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Loading Dock at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Open
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Loading Dock
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Required
Event Details:

To help us better manage donations, we ask all individuals wanting to donate three or more boxes of material to register for an appointment. You may arrive anytime between 10 am and 12 noon with your donation. 

This event is in the "Baby, Toddler, Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Saturday Family Storytime

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K, Kids
View Details
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K, Kids
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Program
Required
Event Details:

Family storytime is for the whole family! We will enjoy books, songs, and rhymes and end our session with open play. 

This event is in the "Baby, Toddler, Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Talk Time: English Conversation Group (Family Friendly!)

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Open
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Adult Program
Required
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 "Teens" group.

Teen Talk Time

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cafe at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
Open
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Program
Required
Event Details:

Troy teens (6th -12th grade) who are working to improve their English language skills are invited to join us at the library to practice speaking and listening skills while making new friends in a fun, no-p

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Introduction to Google Workspace

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Technology Programs:

View Details
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Program
Required

Technology Programs

Event Details:

Formerly known as the G-Suite, Google Workspace is a collection of cloud computing, productivity and collaboration tools, software and products developed and marketed by Google.

This event is in the "Baby, Toddler, Pre-K" group.

Toddlertime (2-3.5 yrs)

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
View Details
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Program
Required
Event Details:

Join us for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, stories, and fun!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Booked for Lunch, a Community Volunteer Book Club

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
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Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Discussing: The House is on Fire by Rachel Beanland. This is a volunteer-led book club, no registration is required.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Tween Candy Sushi Night (Session 1)

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Cafe at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens
View Details
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Youth Program
Required
Event Details:

Create sugary, culinary art in the form of candy sushi! All supplies will be provided.

If there is a food allergy, please contact us by phone at 248-524-3537 or via email at mariel.fechik@troymi.gov.

Disclaimer(s)

Registrant Age/Grade

Ages and grades are strictly enforced: to allow each child to feel successful, provide the best experience for all attendees, and offer opportunities for social and emotional growth within peer groups, children who are not in the correct grade or age-group for this program will be turned away at the door.

Unattended Child Policy

All children ages 12 and younger must be in the company of a parent/adult care-giver at all times while in the library. Even if the child is attending a program, it is required that the parent/adult caregiver remain in the library building throughout the program.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lifetime Readers, a Community Volunteer Book Club

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
View Details
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

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

This month's selection is Killing the Witches by Bill O'Reilly & Martin Dugard. 

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Tween Candy Sushi Night (Session 2)

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Cafe at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens
View Details
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Youth Program
Required
Event Details:

Create sugary, culinary art in the form of candy sushi! All supplies will be provided.

If there is a food allergy, please contact us by phone at 248-524-3537 or via email at mariel.fechik@troymi.gov.

Disclaimer(s)

Registrant Age/Grade

Ages and grades are strictly enforced: to allow each child to feel successful, provide the best experience for all attendees, and offer opportunities for social and emotional growth within peer groups, children who are not in the correct grade or age-group for this program will be turned away at the door.

Unattended Child Policy

All children ages 12 and younger must be in the company of a parent/adult care-giver at all times while in the library. Even if the child is attending a program, it is required that the parent/adult caregiver remain in the library building throughout the program.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

2025-2026 FAFSA Workshop

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Zoom at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
View Details
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Program
Event Details:

We are hosting a workshop to help high school seniors and parents complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for their first year in college.