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Tween Candy Sushi Night (Session 1)

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Cafe at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens
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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.

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
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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. 

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.

2025-2026 FAFSA Workshop

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Zoom at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
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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.

Large Friends Donations (3+ Boxes)

Saturday, October 5, 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. 

Talk Time: English Conversation Group (Family Friendly!)

Talk Time: English Conversation Group (Family Friendly!)

Saturday, October 5, 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.

Teen Talk Time

Teen Talk Time

Saturday, October 5, 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

Tamil Storytime

Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
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:

Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes in the Tamil Language, presented by Michigan Tamil Sangam. 

Babytime (0-2yrs)

Monday, October 7, 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 Miss Eliza for songs, rhymes, and bounces followed by a short playtime. While the activities provided are targeted toward babies, older siblings are welcome to enjoy the session.

Babytime (0-2yrs)

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
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 Miss Eliza for songs, rhymes, and bounces followed by a short playtime. While the activities provided are targeted toward babies, older siblings are welcome to enjoy the session.

Paws to Read! (Monday Session)

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 4:15pm - 6:15pm
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:

Grades K-5. 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)

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.

Teen Advisory Board

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Cafe at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
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Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Program
Event Details:

TAB meetings are now back in person! If you would like to join TAB please email the Teen Services Librarian (Holly. Osentoski@troymi.gov). The Troy Public Library seeks young people to join the Teen Advisory Board.

A picture of a toddler with books, along with the text Toddlertime, ages 2 to 3 and a half, 10:30 AM, songs, rhymes, and books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Troy Public Library.

Toddlertime (2-3.5 yrs)

Tuesday, October 8, 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!

Mystery Book Club, a Community Volunteer Book Club

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
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:

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

This month's selection is The Ruin by Dervla Mctiernan.

Tween Advisory Board

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens
Open
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Teen Program
Required
Event Details:

Tween Advisory Board (grades 6-8) is looking for members to help recommend tween programming and services they would like to see in the Teen Department.

Yoga & Mindfulness

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Kids
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Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Youth Program
Required
Event Details:

Grades K-6. Join Red Lotus Yoga as we spend an hour introducing the benefits of breath work, bringing mindfulness in everyday situations, and have some fun playing in yoga postures!

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.

Dan Ewald Book Club, a Community Volunteer Book Club

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
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:

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

This month's selection is The Maid by Nita Prose.

Rhyme Time (0-2.5yrs)

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Youth Programs:

View Details
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Program
Required

Youth Programs

Event Details:

Rhyme Time is an interactive program consisting of various fun skill-building activities, such as rhymes, songs, bounces, and more. The program incorporates musical instruments, scarves, and parachutes.

Memory Cafe

Circle of Friends Memory Cafe @ Troy Community Center

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Off Site
Age Group:
Adults
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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Memory Cafés are a comfortable, social gathering that allow people experiencing memory loss and a loved one to connect, socialize, and build new support networks.

Drop-In Halloween Crafts

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K, Kids, Tweens
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Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K, Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Youth Program
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Department to complete a Halloween-themed craft. This program is for children ages 3-13 years. No registration required, while supplies last! 

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.

Tiramisu Time: Teen Edition

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
Open
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Program
Required
Event Details:

Make your own tiramisu square! Arrange the lady fingers, create cream, and layer it all together to create your own tiramisu cake! Every participant gets their own tiramisu square to take home and enjoy. For grades 6-12

A house made of graham crackers and candy with a Halloween theme.

Haunted House Craft for Adults

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Cafe at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

View Details
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Required

Adult Programs

Event Details:

Spooky season is here! Come to the TPL Cafe and create your own Haunted "Gingerbread" House out of graham crackers, icing, and candy. This craft time will be unstructured.

Paper Airplane Flight Challenge

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens
View Details
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Youth Program
Required
Event Details:

Discover the secrets behind making a paper airplane fly longer, farther, and higher. All you need is a piece of paper and some creativity!

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.

Tween Board Game Party

Friday, October 11, 2024 at 1:45pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens
View Details
Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Youth Program
Required
Event Details:

Ages 9-13. Spend the afternoon playing games from the library's collection, and enjoy some snacks. Feel free to bring a favorite game from home to share as well!

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.