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

Baby Play

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Program Type: Youth Program
Event Details:

Parents and babies are invited to join us for this drop-in, unstructured open baby play. It is a perfect time to play and give baby an chance to interact with others while caregivers get to know one another.

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:

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration Required
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 "Kids" group

2026 Battle of the Books: Battle Day!

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Kids
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Youth Program
Event Details:

Fourth and fifth grade students in the Troy School District will meet for Battle at Troy High School. Teams must be there by 9:45 a.m. Teams must be registered to participate. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Large Friends Donations (3+ Boxes)

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Loading Dock at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Loading Dock
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Registration 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 "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Paws to Read! (Saturday Session)

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration 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.

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

Babytime (0-2yrs)

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Program
Registration 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.

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

Babytime (0-2yrs)

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Program
Registration 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.

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

Sensory Friendly Storytime

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K, Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K, Kids
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3+. In this adaptive storytime explore the 5 senses with stories, songs, and sensory play!

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Child Policy

All children ages 11 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

Teen Advisory Board & Marketing Meeting

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
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.

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

Toddlertime (2-3.5 yrs)

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, stories, and fun! Older and younger siblings are welcome.

Toddlertime is about 30 minutes and is followed by a 15-minute playtime. 

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

Toddlertime (2-3.5 yrs)

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, stories, and fun! Older and younger siblings are welcome.

Toddlertime is about 30 minutes and is followed by a 15-minute playtime. 

This event is in the "Families (children w/caregiver)" group

Storybook Trail Adventures

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Raintree Park at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Families (children w/caregiver)
Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Raintree Park
Age Group: Families (children w/caregiver)
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring the whole family to our Storybook Trail to read this month's book and complete an activity for a prize. You can start your walk anytime from 4:30-5:30pm, but you must finish by 6pm to collect your prize. 

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

Silent Library: Teen Edition

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Teen Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Silent Library is an event based off of the MTV show of a similar name. Participants will be challenged to complete tasks (without making a sound!). If caught the librarian will shush you and you will lose points.

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

Earth Day Upcycled!

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids will use their artistic prowess to upcycle boxes and other scrap supplies into buildings and homes, creating a mini city of Troy! Buildings will be on display in the Youth Dept.

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 11 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 "Kids" group

Smart Money Program

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Introduce your little ones to the world of coins, counting, and smart choices!

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

Saving Your Memories with the TPL Memory Lab

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Technology Programs:

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

Technology Programs

Save those memories!  Learn how to use the Memory Lab to digitize your old formats.   Let us teach you how to digitize physical items like old movies on VHS, slides, negatives, and paper photos.
This event is in the "Adults" group

Japanese Language Club (日本語クラブ)

Friday, April 24, 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

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

A great way to meet friends, speak in Japanese, and share cultural activities. No need to register; drop in any time!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Talk Time: English Language Conversation Club

Friday, April 24, 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 "Baby, Toddler, Pre-K" group

Baby Play

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Story & Craft Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Program Type: Youth Program
Event Details:

Parents and babies are invited to join us for this drop-in, unstructured open baby play. It is a perfect time to play and give baby an chance to interact with others while caregivers get to know one another.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Italian Language Club (Club di lingua italiana )

Saturday, April 25, 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

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

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Talk Time: English Language Conversation with Optional Book Club

Saturday, April 25, 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 "Everyone" group

Large Friends Donations (3+ Boxes)

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Loading Dock at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Loading Dock
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Registration 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 "Teens" group

SAT Practice Exam

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Troy Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Program
Event Details:

Because demand for this program is high, students who register but do not attend or cancel their registration beforehand will be put on a waiting list for any future exams.