Royal Oak Public Library

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Royal Oak Public Library
222 E Eleven Mile Rd.
Royal Oak, MI 48067
United States

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Lucky Day Art Fair

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 4:00pm

Open

Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library

Room: Friends Auditorium

Age Group: Family, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

In the spirit of creativity, ROPL is hosting an art fair, with artists/vendors chosen at random.

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Time	Sun (9/28)	Mon (9/29)	Tue (9/30)	Wed (10/01)	Thu (10/02)	Fri (10/03)	Sat (10/04)
10 am			This event is in the "Adults" group Short Work Book Club - The Fire Next Time 10:00am–11:00am Adults Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Small Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: This is a Short Work Book Club, by which we mean books that are meaningful but short, usually under 250 pages. We read the book, then come and have a spirited conversation. 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. This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Family Story Time: Ages Birth to 5 Years 10:15am–10:45am Babies, Toddlers, Preschool This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Story Time These 30-minute story times for ages 5 and under incorporate many enjoyable pre-reading skills including stories, rhymes, songs, finger plays and movement. 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. Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted. Please view policy 3.40 Unattended Children for more information. Tickets issued 15 minutes before the program begins. The staff at the Youth Services Desk will issue tickets on a first-come, first-served basis 15 minutes before the program begins.	This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Toddler Story Time: Ages 18 Months to 3 Years 10:15am–10:45am Babies, Toddlers, Preschool This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Story Time Get ready to move, shake, wiggle, sing, and play! Designed for active toddlers, this story time will feature shorter stories, songs, rhymes, music, lots of movement activities, and playtime at the end of every session. 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. Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted. Please view policy 3.40 Unattended Children for more information. Tickets issued 15 minutes before the program begins. The staff at the Youth Services Desk will issue tickets on a first-come, first-served basis 15 minutes before the program begins.	This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group Baby Size! Story Time: Ages Birth to 18 Months 10:15am–11:00am Babies, Toddlers This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers Program Type: Story Time Story time for infants, toddlers and their adults. Enjoy 30 minutes of language building activities including songs, rhymes, and play. Join the fun! 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. Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted. Please view policy 3.40 Unattended Children for more information. Tickets issued 15 minutes before the program begins. The staff at the Youth Services Desk will issue tickets on a first-come, first-served basis 15 minutes before the program begins.		This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Family" group 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Party!: Ages Birth to Pre-K 10:30am–11:30am Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Family" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Friends Auditorium Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family Program Type: Story Time Registration Required Event Details: Whether you’re new to the program and would like more information, or are already tracking your books and want to celebrate reading accomplishments, stop by the party in the Friends Auditorium! Stories, dancing, playtime, and snacks are all 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. Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted. Please view 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.
11 am
12 pm
1 pm
2 pm							This event is in the "Adults" group Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Friends Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Lecture, Senior Registration Required Event Details: Participants will learn the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, Alzheimer’s stages and risk factors, current research and available treatments and ways the Alzheimer’s Association can help. 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.
3 pm
4 pm			This event is in the "Tween/ Middle School" group This event is in the "Teen/ High School" group Fuse Bead Magnetic Photo Frame: Grades 6 to 12 4:30pm–5:30pm Tween/ Middle School, Teen/ High School Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Tween/ Middle School" group This event is in the "Teen/ High School" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Makerspace / DIAL Age Group: Tween/ Middle School, Teen/ High School Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Now that school is back in session, join us in making fuse bead frames that you can use in your locker (or refrigerator, or any magnetic surface). 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. Participant Age To ensure a successful experience in this program and socialization with one’s peers, age limits are enforced. Registration Encouraged We encourage you to register for this program, but it is not required.		This event is in the "Elementary Age" group Book Buddies Book Club: Grades K to 3 4:30pm–5:30pm Elementary Age Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary Age" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Elementary Age Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: The Clover Curse (Adventures of Sophie Mouse #7) by Poppy Green Registration and book pickup will begin Thursday, September 11th at the Youth Services Desk. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Participant Age To ensure a successful experience in this program and socialization with one’s peers, age limits are enforced. 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.
5 pm
6 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group The Best of Billy Joel & Elton John 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Friends Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Music Registration Required Event Details: This fun live tribute, presented by Geff Phillips, features the songs and stories of two of the greatest pop/rock piano icons of all time; Billy Joel & Elton John. 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 "All Ages" group Swiftie Album Release Party: All Ages 6:00pm–7:30pm All Ages Closed Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Royal Oak Public Library Room: Friends Auditorium Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Social Group Registration Required Event Details: Join fellow Swifties to celebrate the upcoming release of The Life of a Showgirl on October 3rd. 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 Encouraged We encourage you to register for this program, but it is not required.