Pewabic: Detroit's Pottery Join Pewabic's own Eric Graham for a look into the 122 year history of Detroit's iconic Pewabic Pottery. Founded in 1903, Pewabic is one of the oldest continually operating potteries in the country. Working out of their National Historic Landmark studio on Detroit's east side, they preserve a tradition of hand craftsmanship that has enriched lives for generations. Explore images from the Pewabic archives during this presentation as they guide you through over a century of handcrafting pottery and tiles in Detroit. Subscribe to our YouTube page to receive notifications when new videos are posted. Mental Health with Henry Ford Health The purpose of Mental Health awareness is to educate the public about mental illnesses, and the 18.1% of Americans who suffer from it. The reality is many individuals with a mental health problem suffer in silence because of the stigma (negative attitudes and misconceptions) that surround having a mental illness. Learn the facts about how you can help yourself or a loved one seek help and resources that can improve overall wellbeing and quality of life. Presented by Phyllis A. Nelson APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-C, from Henry Ford Health. Subscribe to our YouTube page to receive notifications when new videos are posted. Born in Blood: The Beginning of the National Parks System The United States boasts some of the most beautiful, breathtaking, and virtually untouched landscapes. But do you know the history behind how these pristine areas were created? Learn about the blood and heartache that Indigenous nations faced with the creation of the National Parks System. Heather Bruegl is a public historian, activst, and decolonial education consultant who works with institutions and organizations for Indigenous sovereignty and collective liberation. She is a citizen of the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin and a first-line descendant of Stockbridge Munsee. She graduated from Madonna University in Michigan and holds a Master of Arts in U.S. History. She is a doctoral student at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay in First Nations Education. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive updates when new videos are posted. Women's Health: Healthy Transitions with Henry Ford Health An interactive discussion on the transition through menopause and expectations for management during and after that last period. Nancy Mattoni, a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, will give recommendations for screenings to maintain women's health and provide available options for menopausal symptoms, bladder issues, osteoperosis, and more. Subscribe to our YouTube page to receive notifications when new videos are posted. Sap to Syrup with Dinosaur Hill It all starts with a maple tree! Discover how to identify a maple from other trees by leaves and branches, when and how to tap your tree, and the process through which maple syrup is made from sap at Dinosaur Hill. Subscribe to our YouTube page to receive notifications when new videos are posted. Recorded Programs

Room Reservations Meeting Room Use Policy Please review our policy before booking a space. View the policy Study Rooms Good for solo study and small group meetings for your study, non-profit, civic, or educational group. Reserve a Study Room Meeting Rooms Good for large groups and meetings for your non-profit, civic, or educational group. Reserve a Meeting Room What to know before you reserve Online Meeting Room reservations can be made one week to two months in advance and are limited to two per month and four hours per day. Study Room reservations are limited to two per week and four consecutive hours per day. Study Room reservations may be canceled if the patron does not arrive within 15 minutes of the reservation start time. All Meeting Room reservations must be approved by the library before use. Your reservation is not confirmed until reviewed by staff during business hours. Expected attendance must match each meeting room's capacity. Conference Room A, up to 23 people, Conference Room B, up to 12 people, Multipurpose Room, 25-90 people. The Scout Group Reservation space is only available to scout groups of up to 30 people. Please note, the available furniture in this room is child-sized.

Get a Library Card Apply now View the policy Library Card Policy Eligible residents, students, and business owners can apply online for immediate digital access Community Members People who live or own property, in Rochester, Rochester Hills, and Oakland Township Students Students at Oakland University, Rochester University, public K-12, and private K-12 schools within Rochester, Rochester Hills, and Oakland Township Businesses Business owners or people who work in Rochester, Rochester Hills, and Oakland Township Non-residents Non-residents may be eligible to check out materials using the MiLibrary and TLN reciprocal borrowing programs and agreements. So Much More than Books Your library card gives you free access to all physical materials and eBooks, eAudiobooks, and streaming platforms for movies, TV, and music Consumer Reports, Morningstar, Ancestry.com , and over 100 research and enrichment subscription databases Local, national, and international news sources Adaptive and assistive equipment and technology Meeting and Study rooms Lectures, concerts, enrichment and entertainment programs A Makerspace Tech, tools, and equipment from the Innovative Items Collection Laptops and WiFi hotspots MAP for free admission to local museums, attractions, and parks

Computers & Printers Computer Use Internet Access Library Policies Review our policies for computer use and internet access before connecting. Print from anywhere using your computer or mobile device Printers accept cash or card at the machine. You can send a print from a library computer or personal device by using the options below. Black and white printing : 10¢ per page Color printing : 25¢ per page Print to the 1st floor Print to the 2nd floor Technology check outs RHPL offers laptops, hotspots, and other tools and technology for check out with a valid RHPL library card. See what's available One-on-One Technology Help RHPL offers one-on-one technology assistance. Use your RHPL library card to book a 45-minute appointment and bring your personal device with you. Follow the link below or call 248-650-7158 to make an appointment. Schedule technology help Help you can find at the Tech Assistant Desk Using a search engine to find a website Finding “how-to” videos for a program or website Printing, copying, scanning, and saving to flash drives Uploading documents to an email account or cloud storage Extending computer time (so long as no other patrons are waiting) Basic help with library-provided software Help you can find at the Reference Desk or with a tech help appointment All assistance given at the tech assistant desk, plus: Getting started with an email account or updating a password Getting started with a social media account Navigating digital library resources and library-provided software Navigating the library catalog and website Downloading and using library resources on a personal device Finding resources to help with resumes or job searches Directing patrons to resources for assistance that library staff is not able to offer Help that RHPL Staff is not able to offer Typing, taking dictation, or filling out forms for patrons Reviewing sensitive or private documents or information Interpreting instructions for forms or applications Reading or interpreting legal, tax, financial, or other sensitive or official information Giving advice regarding legal, medical, financial, or other personal information Proofreading Fixing or repairing personal devices If you need help that RHPL staff cannot offer, a librarian may be able to point you to resources or organizations that can. Computers are available for public use with your RHPL card in Youth, Outreach, and Adult Departments. Guest passes are available on the second floor if you do not have a library card. Get a Library Card

Makerspace 248-650-7170 Contact a specialist Make an appointment You're the maker, we're the space RHPL has tools, equipment, and technology for people of all ages to create, craft, do-it-yourself, and play Hours Monday: 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tuesday: 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wednesday: 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday: 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed Take A Tour Visit the Makerspace on the second floor for a quick overview or schedule an appointment for an in depth tour. Get Inspired Not sure what to make? Try searching for a topic you’re interested in and a tool you want to use. Example: “Dragon Laser Engraving” Make an Appointment Go to calendly.com/makerspace to schedule an appointment and bring your projects to life. Makerspace Policies Before making an appointment or submitting a 3D print request, please review the Makerspace Policy and release form. View the Makerspace policy Makerspace Release Form Makerspace Equipment Request a 3D Print Please upload your .stl or .obj file for printing. If your file is above 250 MB, you may bring your file on a USB drive or email. Request a 3D print FDM/Filament 3D Printer Best for general 3D prints and multiple colors. Request a 3D Print Learn More SLA/Resin 3D Printer Optimized for printing highly detailed or small models such as figurines, DND characters, etc. Request a 3D Print Learn More Sublimation Printer Print with specialty ink that can transfer onto various surfaces such as fabrics and ceramics Learn More Laser Cutter Cut and engrave wood, cardboard, rubber, cork, acrylic, and other materials. Engraving is also available for metal, glass, and stone. Learn More Conversion Station Convert photos, audio, and video to digital keepsakes Learn More Smart Cutter Cut paper, cardstock, and vinyl into letters, numbers, and shapes. Learn More Button Press Make buttons and magnets with your own art Learn More 3D Scanner Scan physical objects and generate a 3D file for printing. Learn More Die cutter Cut paper and cardstock using letter, number, and shape die-cut templates. Learn More Vacuum Former Heat and form plastic sheets to create custom molds. Learn More General FAQ How can I come use the Makerspace? The makerspace is open during our typical hours of operation for tours and brief questions. With the exception of dropping off media to be digitized, submitting 3D prints or laminating, all other use of the makerspace requires an appointment be made through Calendly Your appointment ensures you are reserving the makerspace, equipment and staff for your project, and prevents multiple patrons from competing for use of the same resources. I want to make a custom t-shirt, what do I need to know? In the makerspace, we have two different basic options for custom t-shirts or custom other fabric: Sublimation and Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV). Sublimation permanently affixes the art to the shirt whereas HTV doesn’t last as long (about a couple dozen washes). To use sublimation you will need a white shirt (or whatever) that is 100% polyester. You CAN go down to about 75% polyester, but the color won’t be as vivid. All we need for this process is an image file that you want to be on the fabric. This is the better option if you don’t mind searching for 100% white polyester. Using HTV allows us to put the art or text on a much wider amount of fabrics. Within HTV we have two options: Single Color HTV and Printable HTV. Think of Single Color HTV as a one color sticker that gets cut out, heated up and affixed to your fabric. If we are using Single Color HTV, you can either design your file in Cricut Design Space or create a SVG of your design. Please note that if you are using Single Color HTV and creating your own SVG that the cricut struggles with extreme detail. If we are using Printable HTV, all we will need is an image file. Printable HTV is basically printing an image onto a sticker that gets affixed to the fabric with heat. The drawback of using Printable HTV versus Sublimation is if the image is large enough, it can feel like you have taped a piece of paper to your shirt if you use Printable HTV.

Sublimation Printer Sawgrass SG500 sublimation printer Print a specialty ink on special paper that when heated allows us to transfer designs of photographic realism onto various surfaces such as fabrics and ceramics. Cost : $1.00 per 8.5” x 11” paper Print size : 8.5" x 11" (letter size) paper File type : .jpg, .jpeg, and .png work best, but other filetypes will work as well. Color : Full color (no white ink) Make an appointment What materials can be sublimated? Only specially coated materials can be sublimated on. We have noticed a few distributors online claim their products are able to be sublimated on when this isn’t the truth. If you ever have any questions, please email makerspace@rhpl.org . What sublimation materials do you keep in stock? The only sublimation material we keep in stock is 11oz mugs. Due to slower turn around time for these products, you may only buy one or two from the makerspace. If you want to do more, please email makerspace@rhpl.org and we will send you a link to buy your own. What fabric can I bring in to sublimate on? White 100% polyester fabric results in the best quality of sublimation transfer. Lesser amounts of polyester in the material (or lighter colors that aren’t white) lead to lower quality transfers - the colors are a bit faded. Dark colored fabric cannot be sublimated on. What file format do I need? You can bring in any image format but we have found it useful to just have jpeg, jpg, or png. You may bring the image on a flashdrive or email it to makerspace@rhpl.org ahead of your appointment. Cricut Mug Press Use this Cricut Mug Press with sublimation mugs and printer to create one of a kind, dishwasher and microwave safe mugs! Check it out Cricut Joy The Cricut Joy machine is ideal for cutting vinyl decals to use in a variety of projects Check it out Creativebug Discover new crafts with more than 1,000 award-winning video classes taught by design experts and artists. Vist Creativebug Find Inspiration

Donations we can accept: Hardcover and paperback books CDs and vinyl records DVDs and Bluray Books on CD Software CDs Encyclopedia sets in very good condition and fewer than 25 years old Textbooks that are fewer than 10 years old Donations we cannot accept: VHS tapes Cassettes Magazines, including National Geographic and Readers Digest Condensed Books Textbooks over 10 years old Donation Guidelines for Physical Materials Per our donation policy , RHPL makes the final decision on acceptance, use, or disposition of all materials, donations, or gifts and retains unconditional ownership of same. The staff will consider donated materials for possible addition to the library’s collection using the same selection criteria as purchased materials. Materials not added to the collection or gifts may be given to the Friends of the Library for their used book sale. Proceeds from Friends’ book sales go to support the library. All materials must be in reasonably good condition. We cannot accept books that are dirty, moldy, musty, or smelly. If you have a large donation and need help unloading it, please call the library before coming to make sure there is a volunteer available to help you. Volunteers are generally here Monday through Friday in the morning. For other arrangements, call 248-650-7178.

Button Press Make buttons and magnets with your own art 1” buttons with magnetic and pin backs $0.15 2.25” buttons with pin backs – $0.15 You may also supply your own materials and use the button press for no charge. Make an appointment Creativebug Discover new crafts with more than 1,000 award-winning video classes taught by design experts and artists. Vist Creativebug Find Inspiration

Mission Statement Rochester Hills Public Library empowers people to explore and create with resources that enlighten, educate, entertain, and inform. RHPL History About RHPL Rochester Hills Public Library is located in the City of Rochester and serves the residents of Rochester, Rochester Hills, and Oakland Township. The library has a dedicated millage from the voters in Rochester Hills dating back to 1924, and library service is provided to the City of Rochester and Oakland Township through service contracts. The Early Years 1870s-1920s The Rochester Literary Society founded Rochester’s first library in 1872. The society sought to promote the enjoyment of books and was followed by the Rochester Literary and Library Association (1873-1876), the Rochester Lecture and Library Association (1877-1881), and the Avon Ladies Library Association (1882-1908). The Avon Ladies Library Association operated for 26 years as a corporation, selling shares of stock and charging membership fees and annual dues. The corporation dissolved in 1908. Ten years later, the Rochester Women’s Club opened a library in the Rosso Building on Main Street. The club recognized the need for public support of a library helped pass a millage to support the Avon Township Free Public Library. The library opened on February 7, 1925, in the Rochester National Bank Building at Fourth Street and Main Street. Eva Woodward Parker 1870s-1920s Four years later, the library moved to the former C. K. Griggs residence, a two-story brick home located at 210 West University Drive. In 1951, the library moved temporarily to the American Legion Hall while a new library building was constructed at 210 W. University Drive. This building was a gift from Eva Woodward Parker. The Rochester Era described Parker as a “lady of rare culture.” Born in Avon Township, Parker was the daughter of Lysander Woodward, one of Rochester’s pioneers and a prominent elected official in Oakland County. Innovation and community leadership was a common thread in the Woodward family. Eva was 16 years old when her father changed the course of Rochester’s history by bringing the Detroit and Bay City Railway to the community. Around the same time, her older brother, Robert Simpson Woodward, began his successful career in astronomy, geology, geophysics, and astrophysics. In 1877, Parker studied literature at the University of Michigan. After graduation, she returned to the Rochester area and taught school. In May 1883, she married Arthur S. Parker, a graduate of the University of Michigan and president of the Detroit Drug Company. Parker’s lasting impact on the community came with her passing in 1933. Aware of the importance of libraries, she donated a large portion of her estate to enhance the Avon Township Free Public Library. The library was renamed the Woodward Memorial Library. In 1962, the building was expanded with an endowment from the Grace Currey estate. The final and largest addition in 1976 increased the size of the library to 25,000 square feet. When Avon Township became the City of Rochester Hills in 1984, the Avon Township Public Library changed its name to Rochester Hills Public Library. Recent History 1990s–2000s During the 1980s, it became apparent that the library was too small to meet the needs of a growing community. A new library was built at 500 Olde Towne Road and dedicated on Nov. 1, 1992. Rochester Hills Public Library is a 70,000-square-foot building located on the edge of Rochester’s central business district. The Paint Creek and Paint Creek Trail border the building on the north and east edges. The building was designed by TMP Associates, Inc. of Bloomfield Hills and constructed by Frank Rewold & Son, Inc. of Rochester. The exterior design and the use of stone and red brick recall the architecture of the old mills that were so much a part of Rochester’s history. Bay windows on the north side of the building take advantage of the scenic views of Paint Creek. In honor of the new library, the Woman’s National Farm & Garden Association, Rochester Branch, purchased a Camperdown elm tree and planted it in front of the building. These unique trees are grafted by putting the root system of the tree on top, giving the tree its distinctive shape. The library had hoped to move the original Camperdown elms from the former library location at University, but the cost of moving each tree and the risk of destroying them was too great. The library continues to showcase the tree in its official logo. Centennial 2024 to present In 2024, RHPL celebrated its 100th anniversary. Special programs and events were held throughout the year including a Homecoming for past and present RHPL staff and a fundraising gala with a time capsule dedication. The summer reading program was extended to 100 days and encouraged library patrons to “Spread Library Love” by placing a sign in their window or yard. Participating individuals were automatically entered into the Spread Library Love Sweepstakes which saw library staff visiting houses throughout the summer to deliver prizes. Special projects completed during the centennial year included a dedicated webpage with historical artifacts and an interactive timeline, a Storyroom expansion funded by a grant from the city of Rochester Hills, and a redesign and renovation of the adult and teen soft seating areas capped off with a working fireplace. In August of 2024, voters in Rochester Hills approved a new millage of .39 for Rochester Hills Public Library to supplement the original 1 mill in perpetuity that the citizens of Avon Township approved in 1924. The millage rate for funding library operations had not increased in over 100 years.

Human Library Saturday, February 28, 1-4 p.m. Stop by our Human Library and check out a Book. Librarians will help you select a topic and guide you to an open Book for a one-on-one or group conversation with a human being. 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. The Human Library at RHPL will feature your neighbors, classmates, congregation, coworkers, and fellow library users. People you may see every day, but whose stories have never been shared. Now is your chance to gain a better understanding of the community you call home and a better understanding of yourself. Come, unjudge someone. Applications for books are now closed and are being reviewed. Thank you for your interest. Learn More

Youth Services 248-650-7140 Ask a librarian Suggest a purchase Kids Online Resources Find online resources for homework help, research, and entertainment. View all Kids Catalog A kid-friendly way to search for titles only in the Youth Room. Just for kids Book Bundles Personalized book recommendations from an RHPL librarian. Find your next read Storytime & fun for the whole family Read on for tips about RHPL Youth programming and making the most out of events with your child. View the Event Calendar > Registration Most programs require registration, which opens two weeks before an event for residents, and one week before for non-residents Resident children must be registered for events with their own library card. Early Lit Group registration is limited to one session per season Ages are listed in program descriptions —siblings may be too young or old to attend. Event Tips Come early and visit the bathroom before the program begins Be present. Interact and participate with your child Take a break, it’s ok if you need one! Help clean up Save phones, personal toys, snacks, and adult socializing for after the program Have Fun! 5th Grade Battle of the Books Battle of the Books is a reading competition for all area fifth grade students designed to foster a love of reading and encourage students to read books outside of the classroom. Students form teams with fellow students, spend five months reading 12 books selected by RHPL youth librarians, and then come together to compete in a “battle” (trivia contest) consisting of 50 questions to test their knowledge of the books they have read. Learn more School Outreach Tricia White schools@rhpl.org 248-650-7148 The School Outreach Librarian works with local K-8 schools to provide library resources, services, and support to school-aged students and teachers. For questions or requests, please send an email or call. Contact School Outreach Librarian 1 2 3 4 5 Suggested Reading Kindergarten-2nd View All Bondor-Stone, Annabeth. Space : the final pooping frontier Gabeira, Maya Maya makes waves Hermon, Daka Marvel Storm : disaster alert! Medina, Juana, 1980- Elena camps Fogel, Jess Arco's little house Suggested Reading Birth-Preschool View All Coco, Maria A sound in the night Young, Amy Mustache duckstache Avant-garde, Zaila Weird and wonderful you Blackall, Sophie Ahoy! Bridwell, Norman. Clifford, the big red dog : board book Suggested Reading 3rd-5th View All Kuhlmann, Torben, 1982- Earhart : the incredible flight of a field mouse around the world McDaniel, Tiffany A sky full of dragons Dominguez, Angela. Gabby Torres Gets a Billion Followers Jenkins, Emily, 1967- All the best dogs Tysoe, Alina The great puptective Suggested Reading Middle School View All Day, Nicholas, 1991- A world without summer : a volcano erupts, a creature awakens, and the sun goes out Zarr, Sara. Kyra, just for today Schu, John Louder than hunger Reintgen, Scott. The last dragon on Mars Moore, David Barclay Holler of the Fireflies

Adult Services 248-650-7130 Ask a librarian Suggest a purchase Buzz Reads A librarian-curated collection of rising popular fiction and non-fiction. Explore the collection Favorite Authors Club Automatically receive holds for new titles from 40 popular authors. Choose your favorites Book Club Kits Browse available titles and check out a kit for your next book club meeting. Find your next book Adult Battle of the Books This year, we’re inviting the adult readers to get in on the fun! Grab your friends and form a team of 2-6 people. After you choose your team name and vision board your team costume, read six books over six months, and then join us on Saturday, September 26, for a fun-filled battle (trivia contest). Register one person per team to get updates and reminders about the event. Copies of the books are available at the Adult Reference desk on the 2nd floor and on Libby or Hoopla. Get ready to Battle 2026 Titles Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid The Dream Hotel by Laila Lalami March, Book 1 by John Lewis Marigold Mind Laundry by Jungeun Yun A Marriage at Sea by Sophia Elmhirst Murder by Cheesecake by Rachel Courage Elkstrom Find your next read Subscribe to timely newsletters about your favorite genres, bestsellers, and subjects, sign up for new item alerts from your favorite authors, or ask a librarian for personalized reading lists based on your interests Subscribe to a newsletter Get author alerts Ask for a recommendation One-on-One Technology Help RHPL offers one-on-one technology assistance. Use your RHPL library card to book a 45-minute appointment and bring your personal device with you. Follow the link below or call 248-650-7158 to make an appointment. Schedule technology help International Language Collection Books, movies, and TV shows in over 20 languages. Explore the catalog to find something familiar or learn something new. See movies & shows Find a book Learn a new language 1 2 3 4 5 What the AS Librarians are Reading View All Selby, River Hotshot: a life on fire Tayama, Midori, author, artist Girl crush, Vol.1 Shannon, Jess, (author) Cleaner : a novel Sexton, Anne The complete poems Thor, Brad. Edge of honor : a thriller Michigan Notable Books View All Persico, Zoe, 1993- How to talk to your succulent Nargi, Lela Miss Betti, what is this? : how Detroit's school lunch lady got good food on the menu Bacon, John U., 1964- The gales of November : the untold story of the Edmund Fitzgerald Mrjoian, Aram Waterline Sterne, Evelyn Savidge, 1967- The House of David : salvation, scandal, and survival in a modern American commune Introducing PressReader Whether you want breaking global news or the need-to-know hot goss from Hollywood, you can find it on PressReader with your RHPL card. Visit PressReader.com