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Shelf Awareness: Spring Into a New Hobby

All Day 4/17 - 4/24
Offsite
Closed
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration Required
Event Details:
Get to know your shelf! 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. The April theme is Spring Into a New Hobby, and you can ...

LEGO® Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:
Create structures and stories during an hour of free play with our LEGO® collection! Priority registration will be given to Troy Public Library card holders. If you do not have a TPL issued library card, register WITHOUT a card to be put on the Pe...

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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.

3rd-6th LEGO® Building

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:
Come join other LEGO® builders for a time of creative and interactive building.  ...

Family Storytime

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Story & Craft Room
Waitlist
Registration
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:
Families with children can join us for a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities. We'll build early literacy skills while having fun! While all children are welcome, stories and activities are generally geared toward 3-7yrs old.&nbs...

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.

Talk Time: English Conversation Club - Beginner & Advanced Levels

10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration 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. The priority is to have fun and make new fri...

Baby Play

10:30am - 11:30am
Story & Craft Room
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. Stay for a just a few minutes or for the h...

міжнародний мовний клуб: укр (International Language Club: Ukrainian)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration Required

Adult Programs

Event Details:
Ukrainian speakers and language students are welcome to join this friendly conversation club.  A great way to meet friends, speak in Ukrainian, and share cultural activities. Meets on the 3rd Friday of each month. ...

Talk Time: English Conversation Group (Family Friendly!)

10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone
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. All levels and ages are welcome! Feel free to bring your ki...

Teen Talk Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Cafe
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Program
Registration 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-pressure atmosphere. ...

Paws to Read! (Saturday Session)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Story & Craft Room
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration 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. Registration required, space is limited. Registration MUST be done by a staff me...

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.

CD Suncatcher

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Story & Craft Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required

Youth Programs

Event Details:
Join us at the library this spring for a DIY experience. Unleash your creativity as we transform used CDs into vibrant suncatchers. With a variety of design templates an array of markers, and your imagination, craft a masterpiece. Let's turn recyclin...

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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.

TAEB

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Program
Event Details:
TAEB meeting ...

Introduction to Microsoft Excel

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Program
Registration Required

Technology Programs

Event Details:
Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel. Our presenter will use Excel 2019, but the differences between most versions are minor. Patrons are strongly encouraged to bring their own laptops. Laptops will be available if needed. ...

Tween Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story & Craft Room
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Club, Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join the Tween Book Club for a fun discussion about Invisible by Christina Diaz Gonzaleze. We've got 15 free copies—grab one soon as it’s first-come, first-served, and read before our meet-up! We'll have lively discussions about the story and do...

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.

Grown-Up Game Night

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration 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. We will have snacks and a selection of board games, but feel free to bring one of your favorite game...

Money Fun Day!

5:00pm - 5:45pm
Story & Craft Room
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:
To celebrate Money Smart Week in April, we invite your child to learn basic money concepts through a story, craft, and other fun money-related activities along with a representative from the Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union. Kids will als...

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.

Highly Selective Admissions : Teen Edition

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Program
Event Details:
Top colleges including the Ivy League, MIT, Stanford, and more pride themselves on being highly selective. But what does that mean for families aiming high? In this seminar, our expert will be breaking down top college barriers and offering families ...

Evening Toddlertime (2-3.5 yrs)

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story & Craft Room
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Program
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. Priority registration will be given to Troy P...

D-I-Y Spring Planter Craft

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Cafe
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration Required

Adult Programs

Event Details:
Make your green thumb greener (or whatever color you choose!) as we gather to paint and dip-dye terracotta planters just in time for spring. Receive a free pot and choose from various paints and dyes to make a one-of-a-kind planter. (Before attending...

Family Matinee: Rumble

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K, Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:
We provide the movie, you provide the non-sticky snacks and closed-lidded drinks!    Rumble (2021) PG An aspiring monster wrestling coach, Winnie takes on the challenge of coaching Rayburn, an inexperienced wrestler and charming ...

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.

Escape Room Adventure

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Story & Craft Room
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:
Ages 10-13. Join us for an exciting escape room adventure!  Work together with other participants, using your problem solving skills to decipher a series of puzzles and break out. Priority registration will be given to Troy Public L...

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.

Talk Time: English Conversation Club - Beginner & Advanced Levels

10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration 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. The priority is to have fun and make new fri...

Baby Play

10:30am - 11:30am
Story & Craft Room
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. Stay for a just a few minutes or for the h...

अंतर्राष्ट्रीय भाषा क्लब: हिंदी (International Language Club: Hindi)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration Required

Adult Programs

Event Details:
Hindi speakers and language students are welcome to join this friendly conversation club.  A great way to meet friends, speak in Hindi, and share cultural activities. Meets on the 4th Friday of each month. ...