Troy Public Library
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Wednesday May 15 through May 22
Shelf Awareness: Genre Box
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 surprise goodies inside. May is a Genre Box month, meaning you can select your preferred genre! Please o......More
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Monday May 20 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Babytime (0-2yrs)
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.Priority registration will be given to Troy Public Library card holders. If you do not ......More
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Monday May 20 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Teen Advisory Board- Elections
TAB meetings are now back in person! If you would like to join TAB please email the Teen Services Librarian (Holly. [email protected]). The Troy Public Library seeks young people to join the Teen Advisory Board. Board members will have exclusive opportunity to plan e......More
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Monday May 20 5:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Sensory Friendly Storytime
Ages 3+. In this adaptive storytime we explore our 5 senses with stories, songs, and sensory play! With a smaller class size, limited distractions and tools like a visual schedule, we set the stage for an inclusive storytime for all families. Please arrive on time for t......More
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Tuesday May 21 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Toddlertime (2-3.5 yrs)
Join us for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, stories, and fun! You only need to register once for the entire 3-week session. There is no registration deadline, so even if you don't register on time to come all 3 weeks, we'd still love to have you. Older and younger siblings ......More
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Tuesday May 21 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Storybook Trail Adventures
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. Raintree Park: 3775 John R. Road, Troy, MI 48083
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Tuesday May 21 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Sound Bath Meditation with Lisa Harthun
Celebrate World Meditation day with Lisa Harthun of Healing Balance. Still your body and mind, and rest, recharge, and invite peace and healing with sound, gentle breathwork, and guided meditation. Sound Bath Meditation features gong, singing bowls, bell, tingsha, drumm......More
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Tuesday May 21 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Chess Lessons
Want to get better at playing chess? Join us to hone your skills! Attendees should come already knowing how pieces move across the board for these beginner to intermediate level classes. You must register for each class individually. Presented by Troy Youth All-Star Che......More
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Tuesday May 21 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
TPL Author Talks: Yellowface author Rebecca F. Kuang on Asian-American Representation in Literature
You’re invited to a thrilling conversation with Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F. Kuang) as she chats with us about Yellowface, her New York Times bestselling novel.Yellowface grapples with questions of diversity, racism, and cultural appropriation, as well as the terrifying alien......More
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Wednesday May 22 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
DIY Collage Notebooks
Turn a plain notebook into an artistic, personalized journal by collaging pictures onto the front with Mod Podge!
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Wednesday May 22 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Simple Sustainability
Learn about everyday low-waste swaps that are better for our health, environment, and often, our wallets! Presented by 86 Plastic store owner, Claire Mahler.
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Thursday May 23 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Flapping Butterfly
Join the STEAM fun at our library program! Kids will create flapping butterflies using straws and cardstock paper. It's a hands-on adventure that blends art and science. Don't miss the fluttery excitement - see you there!
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Friday May 24 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Talk Time: English Conversation Club - Beginner & Advanced Levels
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 friends!
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Friday May 24 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
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Friday May 24 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
India Culture & International Language Club
Friends from India, both new and old to Troy, are invited to share Indian culture and languages together. A great way to meet new people, share activities, and possibly learn (or teach) a few words in Hindi.Meets on the 4th Friday of each month. Volunteer-led program.
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Friday May 24 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Origami For Good: Folding Origami for Others Nationwide
We will be folding origami hearts, bookmarks, flowers and more to send to senior centers, hospices, soldiers, etc. nationwide to brighten their day. This event is encouraged for everyone including families, seniors, kids, and adults to inspire creativity and cultural ap......More
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Saturday May 25 through May 27
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Monday May 27 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
TAEB
TAEB meeting
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Tuesday May 28 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Tween Book Club
Join the Tween Book Club for a fun discussion about Song for a Whale by Lynne Kelly. 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 an activity or craft that brin......More
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Tuesday May 28 6:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Grown-Up Game Night
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 games from home. For adu......More
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Wednesday May 29 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
DIY Neon Light Signs -Teen Edition
It’s time for a glow up! Create your own light-up sign art, you will customize your own DIY Neon Sign to decorate your space. All supplies are provided. Registration required
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Wednesday May 29 6:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
Evening Toddlertime (2-3.5 yrs)
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 Public Library card holde......More