This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Mar 28 2026 Sat Mmmm Maple Syrup with Thornapple Woodlands: Family 11:00am–12:00pm Family, All Ages Open Registration Required This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Mar 28 2026 Sat Mmmm Maple Syrup with Thornapple Woodlands: Family 11:00am–12:00pm Open Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Friends Auditorium Age Group: Family, All Ages Program Type: Lecture, Performance Registration Required Event Details: What a thrill to take the clear liquid sap from a sugar maple tree, as clear as clean water, and turn it into the amber sweet syrup that we all enjoy. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Family Program Audience Family events are for youth and their adult caregivers. Please see policy 3.40 Unattended Children for more information. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Registration Required Registration is required for this program. If you are more than 10 minutes late, your reservation will be cancelled and offered to others who are waiting.
Apr 3 - 5 2026 Closed for Easter holiday All Day 4/3–4/5 Closing Apr 3 - 5 2026 Closing Closed for Easter holiday All Day 4/3–4/5 Branches: Royal Oak Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Waterways, Trails, Artifacts and Wild Rice: Indigenous Connections to Oakland County 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Waterways, Trails, Artifacts and Wild Rice: Indigenous Connections to Oakland County 6:00pm–7:00pm Open Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Friends Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lecture Registration Required Event Details: The history of Oakland County is often told in stories of settlers in wagons coming to start farms, but the human history of the county begins thousands of years before that. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Registration Required Registration is required for this program. If you are more than 10 minutes late, your reservation will be cancelled and offered to others who are waiting.
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Take Action with Community Science (Royal Oak Garden Club) 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Take Action with Community Science (Royal Oak Garden Club) 6:30pm–7:30pm Open Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Friends Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lecture Registration Required Event Details: Ever wondered how YOU can contribute to real scientific research? Disclaimer(s) Registration Required Registration is required for this program. If you are more than 10 minutes late, your reservation will be cancelled and offered to others who are waiting.
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Treasures In Your Attic. What Are They Worth? 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Treasures In Your Attic. What Are They Worth? 6:00pm–7:00pm Open Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Friends Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lecture Registration Required Event Details: D&J Auction and Appraisal Services is a local family owned and operated company that has been dealing in the procurement, restoration, and sale of valuables for over 20 years. Disclaimer(s) Registration Required Registration is required for this program. If you are more than 10 minutes late, your reservation will be cancelled and offered to others who are waiting.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 6 2026 Wed Yemeni Coffee Tasting with Rehla Coffee 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 6 2026 Wed Yemeni Coffee Tasting with Rehla Coffee 6:00pm–7:00pm Upcoming Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Friends Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lecture Registration Required Event Details: Join Royal Oak's Rehla Coffee in tasting and learning about Yemeni Coffee. This coffee's deep, rich, naturally spiced flavor tells the story of its origin with every sip. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Registration Required Registration is required for this program. If you are more than 10 minutes late, your reservation will be cancelled and offered to others who are waiting.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 19 2026 Tue Facts of Light 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 19 2026 Tue Facts of Light 6:00pm–7:00pm Open Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Friends Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lecture Registration Required Event Details: Light is the most important element your houseplants need. It is their food. Often, it is hard to find the right plant for the light your home has to offer. You will learn about the four light exposures and how to enhance what you have. Disclaimer(s) Registration Required Registration is required for this program. If you are more than 10 minutes late, your reservation will be cancelled and offered to others who are waiting.
May 23 - 25 2026 Closed for Memorial Day weekend All Day 5/23–5/25 Closing May 23 - 25 2026 Closing Closed for Memorial Day weekend All Day 5/23–5/25 Branches: Royal Oak Public Library
May 31 2026 Sun Closed on Sundays All Day Closing May 31 2026 Sun Closing Closed on Sundays All Day Branches: Royal Oak Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 6 2026 Sat Michigan Notable Book Tour: Dr. Cheryl Neely 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 6 2026 Sat Michigan Notable Book Tour: Dr. Cheryl Neely 2:00pm–3:00pm Open Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Friends Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Visit, Lecture Registration Required Event Details: Join ROPL for a visit from Dr. Cheryl Neely as she tours Michigan as a 2026 Michigan Notable Book Author! Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Registration Required Registration is required for this program. If you are more than 10 minutes late, your reservation will be cancelled and offered to others who are waiting.
Jun 7 2026 Sun Closed on Sundays All Day Closing Jun 7 2026 Sun Closing Closed on Sundays All Day Branches: Royal Oak Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 8 2026 Mon Preserving Personal Archives in the Digital Age 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 8 2026 Mon Preserving Personal Archives in the Digital Age 6:00pm–7:00pm Open Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Friends Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lecture Registration Required Event Details: This presentation explores practical methods for preserving personal archives, including photographs, documents, audio, and digital files. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Registration Required Registration is required for this program. If you are more than 10 minutes late, your reservation will be cancelled and offered to others who are waiting.
Jun 14 2026 Sun Closed on Sundays All Day Closing Jun 14 2026 Sun Closing Closed on Sundays All Day Branches: Royal Oak Public Library
Jun 19 - 20 2026 Closed for Juneteenth All Day 6/19–6/20 Closing Jun 19 - 20 2026 Closing Closed for Juneteenth All Day 6/19–6/20 Branches: Royal Oak Public Library
Jun 21 2026 Sun Closed on Sundays All Day Closing Jun 21 2026 Sun Closing Closed on Sundays All Day Branches: Royal Oak Public Library
Jun 28 2026 Sun Closed on Sundays All Day Closing Jun 28 2026 Sun Closing Closed on Sundays All Day Branches: Royal Oak Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jun 30 2026 Tue 250th Anniversary of American Freedom 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults, All Ages Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jun 30 2026 Tue 250th Anniversary of American Freedom 6:00pm–7:00pm Open Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Friends Auditorium Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Lecture, Performance Registration Required Event Details: Disclaimer(s) Registration Required Registration is required for this program. If you are more than 10 minutes late, your reservation will be cancelled and offered to others who are waiting.
Jul 3 - 4 2026 Closed for Independence Day Weekend All Day 7/3–7/4 Closing Jul 3 - 4 2026 Closing Closed for Independence Day Weekend All Day 7/3–7/4 Branches: Royal Oak Public Library
Jul 5 2026 Sun Closed on Sundays All Day Closing Jul 5 2026 Sun Closing Closed on Sundays All Day Branches: Royal Oak Public Library
Jul 12 2026 Sun Closed on Sundays All Day Closing Jul 12 2026 Sun Closing Closed on Sundays All Day Branches: Royal Oak Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 14 2026 Tue Michigan in the American Revolution 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 14 2026 Tue Michigan in the American Revolution 6:00pm–7:00pm Upcoming Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Friends Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lecture Registration Required Event Details: Andrew Kercher from the Port Huron Museum is back by popular demand to help us celebrate America's 250th birthday! Disclaimer(s) Registration Required Registration is required for this program. If you are more than 10 minutes late, your reservation will be cancelled and offered to others who are waiting.
Jul 19 2026 Sun Closed on Sundays All Day Closing Jul 19 2026 Sun Closing Closed on Sundays All Day Branches: Royal Oak Public Library
Jul 26 2026 Sun Closed on Sundays All Day Closing Jul 26 2026 Sun Closing Closed on Sundays All Day Branches: Royal Oak Public Library
Aug 2 2026 Sun Closed on Sundays All Day Closing Aug 2 2026 Sun Closing Closed on Sundays All Day Branches: Royal Oak Public Library