• Indiana Jones

  • Strategic Planning Survey

  • Friends Silent Auction

  • MI Big Green Gym

  • Michigan Activity Pass

  • GLBG program

Strateic Planning Survey

Help Plan the Future of Your Public Library

The Orion Library is gathering community feedback as part of its strategic planning process. Listed in the following short survey are collection, service and space options that reflect today’s public libraries in Michigan and across the nation. Please take a few minutes to provide your input. This will be very helpful as we move forward with this process.

If you are interested in more information or would like to be involved with the project, please provide your contact information when prompted in the survey. Your contact information will not be linked to your survey responses.

If you would like to be entered into a drawing to win a $25 gift card to a local Orion restaurant, please provide your email address when asked at the end of the survey. Your email address will not be linked to your survey responses.

Begin the Survey

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Library News

Friends of the Orion Township Library

Friends of the Library Silent Auction

The Friends of the Library are auctioning off several book-themed baskets now through June 29th.  Each basket contains a new or gently used book and is packed with gift items selected especially for these books.  Baskets are on display in the main lobby of the library.  Bidding will end at 4:00 PM on Saturday, June [...]

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Teen Picks

“Why we broke up” by Daniel Handler: REVIEW

Looking for a good summer romance?  I just finished reading “Why we broke up” by Daniel Handler.  If you’re not familiar with this book, maybe you would be familiar with some of his other works:  A Series of Unfortunate Events! “Why we broke up” by Daniel Handler follows main character Min Green, Minerva for short.  [...]

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From the Director

Win a free gift card!

First, I want to thank all of you who gave of your time to participate in a library focus group this week. Your input and participation is greatly appreciated! The next step in our planning process provides an opportunity for you to win a free gift card to a local Orion restaurant! We have posted [...]

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Special Programs

Michigan Activity Pass — Update

The “Michigan Activity Pass presented by The Library Network” program is a partnership between Michigan’s nearly 400 public libraries and 60 arts and cultural organizations.  The program is designed to enhance the learning experience for people of all ages through books and other library materials, and to provide reduced cost or complimentary access to arts [...]

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Book Awards

Bring Up the Bodies by Hilary Mantel

2013 Audie Award Winners

Looking for something to pass the time during a long commute or while you’re out for a walk?  You’re in luck.  June is Audiobook Month and the Audio Publishers Association recently announced the winners of this year’s Audie Awards recognizing distinction in audiobooks and spoken word entertainment.  You can see the complete list of Finalists [...]

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Special Programs

MI Big Green Gym

MI Big Green Gym Program

The DNR started the Park & Read program in 2010 as a way to provide free passes to state parks.  Now, with support from Blue Cross, the program has been renamed MI Big Green Gym, rebranded to promote outdoor fitness, and provides free one-day passes into any state park, state forest campground or pathway, as [...]

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This Week's Featured Events & Programs

  • Youth Programs
  • Teen Programs
  • Adult Programs
  • Outreach Programs

Summer Mother Goose Storytimes for Ages 0-2

Wednesday, June 19, 2013 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Location: Craft Room

Ones and twos develop social, emotional, and language skills through movement, stories, songs and rhymes.

Summer Preschool Pals Storytimes for Ages 3-5

Wednesday, June 19, 2013 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Location: Craft Room

Preschoolers build early reading skills, social skills, and physical development through hands-on activities, stories, songs, and movement.

Great Lake Beadworker's Guild Presentation

Wednesday, June 19, 2013 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Location: Meeting Room A and B

Come learn about the Great Lakes Beadworkers Guild, the best beadworkers Guild in the USA. The GLBG is a registered 501C4, was founded in 1992 and has approximately 300 members. Learn more about the Guilde and discover why members love the beading world and everything beads! The Guild presentation is followed by a Q&A session, and additional beadwork will be available for your hands-on enjoyment. Everyone is welcome, parents please accompany your children!

Chess Piece - Black Knight

Go/Chess Club

Wednesday, June 19, 2013 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Location: Craft Room

Whether you're new to strategy games or you're a master, this club is for you. Learn the rules of Chess and Go, and play with your peers.

Magic Tree House Party

Thursday, June 20, 2013 from 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM

Location: Meeting Room A and B

Calling all Magic Tree House fans! Come travel in time, play games, make crafts and win prizes.

New Chapter Book Club

Thursday, June 20, 2013 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Location: Craft Room

The library is currently hosting a book discussion for developmentally or intellectually challenged patrons in our area. For more information, please call 248-693-3001.

Summer Solstice Sun Catcher

Friday, June 21, 2013 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM

Location: Meeting Room A and B

In honor of the longest day of the year, we’ll make cool sun catchers from recycled cds. Come get crafty with us!

Project Runway Fashion Show

Saturday, June 22, 2013 from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Location: Meeting Room A and B

Do enjoy Project Runway, fashion or just making things by hand? Come to Project Runway Fashion Show! Participants will be given sketch books, pencils and an assortment of supplies and they will have to create an outfit with a partner. After participants will be judged and the winning look will receive a prize! Registration Required

Summer Mother Goose Storytimes for Ages 0-2

Monday, June 24, 2013 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Location: Craft Room

Ones and twos develop social, emotional, and language skills through movement, stories, songs and rhymes.

Summer Preschool Pals Storytimes for Ages 3-5

Monday, June 24, 2013 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Location: Craft Room

Preschoolers build early reading skills, social skills, and physical development through hands-on activities, stories, songs, and movement.

The Sandcastle Girls  by  Chris Bohjalian

Book Discussion at the C-Pub

Monday, June 24, 2013 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Location: Off Site

New members are always welcome for the monthly book discussions at the C-Pub, located at the north end of Canterbury Village. To reserve a copy of The Sandcastle Girls by Chris Bohjalian, stop by or call the Adult Reference Desk at 248-693-3001.

Michigan Safari

Tuesday, June 25, 2013 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Location: Meeting Room A and B

An interactive and informative nature program. You will see preserved nature specimens including mammal skins, antlers, nests, feathers and more. Lots of audience partipation!