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

Baby Play

10:30am–11:30am
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
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.

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

Nature Discovery Exhibit

12:30pm–4:30pm
Families (children w/caregiver)
Meeting Room
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Families (children w/caregiver)
Program Type: Youth Program
Event Details:

Drop-in anytime during this session to enjoy Nature Discovery's interactive exhibit of live Michigan native reptiles & amphibians at the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Japanese Language Club (日本語クラブ)

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Meeting Room
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
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)

10:00am–12:00pm
Everyone
Loading Dock
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 "Baby, Toddler, Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Families (children w/caregiver)" group

Saturday Family Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K, Families (children w/caregiver)
Story & Craft Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K, Families (children w/caregiver)
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Program
Registration 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 "Adults" group

TPL Tutor Time

11:45am–12:45pm
Adults
Meeting Room
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

Saturday Stitches

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Meeting Room
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Calling everyone who enjoys crocheting, knitting and other fiber arts. Drop in to work on your latest projects in a fun collaborative setting. All skill levels welcome. You must bring your own materials. No registration required. 

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

Teen Summer Reading Finale

2:00pm–3:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Peace Garden, TPL
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Peace Garden, TPL
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Teen Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the end of the Troy Public Library's Summer Reading Program! Activities will be outside in the Peace Garden, weather permitting. We will also do an announcement for the winners of the summer reading raffle baskets.

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

Babytime (0-2yrs)

10:00am–10:45am
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Story & Craft Room
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)

11:15am–12:00pm
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Story & Craft Room
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 "Teens" group

TAEB

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Teen Services Office
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Teen Services Office
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Program
Event Details:

TAEB meeting

This event is in the "Adults" group

Books & Brews

6:30pm–8:00pm
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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adult Programs

Explore the fascinating history of archaeology from the treasure hunters and antiquarians of the 18th and 19th centuries to the scientific excavations and cutting-edge technologies used today!

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

Toddlertime (2-3.5 yrs)

10:00am–10:45am
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Story & Craft Room
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)

11:15am–12:00pm
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Story & Craft Room
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 "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Tween Advisory Board

5:00pm–6:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Cafe
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Teen Program
Registration 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Yoga & Mindfulness

5:30pm–6:30pm
Kids
Story & Craft Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration 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 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 "Adults" group

Trivia Night @ Stumblebum Beer Co.

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Offsite
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 "Baby, Toddler, Pre-K" group

Rhyme Time (0-2.5yrs)

10:00am–10:45am
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Story & Craft Room
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:

Youth Programs

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.

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

Rhyme Time (0-2.5yrs)

11:15am–12:00pm
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K
Story & Craft Room
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:

Youth Programs

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Program
Event Details:

This workshop will explore recent changes in financial aid that may impact how much parents will pay for college and how they can adjust to these shifts.

Disclaimer(s)

Zoom Event

Zoom meeting details will be included in the Confirmation Email sent to the address you provide in your registration. Do not share Zoom Meeting details with others. 

Please join the Zoom meeting a few minutes early so we can help you with any technical issues. 

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bedazzle a Book

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Meeting Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Give your favorite book a bedazzling makeover! We will provide the gems and tools, you bring the book!

This event is in the "Baby, Toddler, Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Families (children w/caregiver)" group

All Ages Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
Baby, Toddler, Pre-K, Families (children w/caregiver)
Story & Craft Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Troy Public Library
Room: Story & Craft Room
Age Group: Baby, Toddler, Pre-K, Families (children w/caregiver)
Program Type: Storytime, Youth Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to share stories, songs, rhymes, and play intended for a wide range of ages for the whole family! We'll build early literacy skills while having fun! Parent participation is encouraged.