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Come, Unjudge Someone
The Human Library works with organizations like RHPL to create safe places to challenge misconceptions about people, promote understanding, and prevent conflict and division. The organization has worked in 85 countries for 25 years, and provides resources to ensure that Human Libraries work in and for their own community.
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Adult Battle of the Books
Get ready for the ultimate team book competition, this time for adults!
Here’s how it works:
Gather your team of 2 to 6 readers. Only one person from the team needs to register. You can register at any time before the event but we recommend registering early to receive updates and reminders.
Feb 51 min read


February Spice Club: Garam Masala
Garam Masala is a spice blend from the Indian subcontinent used in Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Nepalese, and Caribbean cuisines.
Feb 11 min read


What exactly is Outreach?
The outreach room provides adult large print reading materials, typically used by senior adults, a selection of magnifiers, and MYLE Kits. But we also provide materials and services to every other age group through our “outreach”. Outreach’s goal is to reach any group that may need assistance in using the library.
Jan 163 min read


RHPL Hosts Panel to Support Caregivers
It Takes a Village: Caregiving Panel Discussion convenes on Thursday, January 29, at 6:30 p.m. Representatives from AgeWays, OPC, Henry Ford Health and Comfort Keepers, Rochester Community Schools, MDHHS and Oakland County Health Department’s Children’s Special Health Care Services, and Oakland Community Health Network will speak about topics related to caregiving for all ages and stages. Representatives from RAYA will also be on hand to share information with caregivers of s
Jan 132 min read


January Spice Club: Vegeta
Vegeta (vigetë in Albanian) is a mix of dehydrated vegetables, MSG, and spices. It was invented in 1958 in Croatia and quickly gained popularity throughout Eastern Europe.
Jan 122 min read


5 Reasons to Join a RHPL Book Club
There are many reasons to join an RHPL book club! At Rochester Hills Public Library, our Adult Services team hosts 3 Book Clubs! So why should you join a RHPL Book Discussion? Here are 5 Reasons to Join a RHPL Book Club: Read books you normally wouldn’t read or pick up Many of our patrons say that the librarians pick books for each book club they normally wouldn’t pick out to read. This helps book club attendees to broaden their horizons, to read and educate themselves on to
Jan 22 min read


Your Digital Sidekick: How AI Helps You Every Day
You probably use AI every single day without even knowing it, making your life easier and more fun.
Dec 26, 20253 min read


RHPL Welcomes Bestselling Author Catherine Newman
This January, RHPL presents a three-part programming series on caregiving, kicking off on Thursday, January 8, at 7 p.m. with a visit from New York Times bestselling author Catherine Newman.
Dec 12, 20252 min read
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Winter 2025/26 | December–February
Come, unjudge somebody at a Human Library, find the perfect fit for preschool, or cozy up at RHPL during Winter Wonder Library.
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