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ESL Book Club

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
ESL Book Discussion:

Improve your English and have fun! For High-Intermediate to Advanced English speakers only. We will discuss one book during the eight-week session. Registration required. Books are...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL, Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Improve your English and have fun! For High-Intermediate to Advanced English speakers only. We will discuss one book during the eight-week session. Registration required. Books are provided and must be picked up the 1st week of class. $7 book fee.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

An Evening of English

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
East Meeting Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Conversation Groups, Cultural/International, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of learning English. Learn grammar, vocabulary, and practice your conversational skills. Great for all levels. Registration Required. No childcare provided. ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Conversation Groups, Cultural/International, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of learning English. Learn grammar, vocabulary, and practice your conversational skills. Great for all levels. Registration Required. No childcare provided. Ages 18+

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Afternoon Read Book Club

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an Afternoon Read! Read the selected title and come prepared to discuss!What Are we Reading? How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water by Angie Cruz If you have not reg...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Join us for an Afternoon Read! Read the selected title and come prepared to discuss!

What Are we Reading? How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water by Angie Cruz

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL Book Club

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:45am
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
ESL Book Discussion:

Improve your English and have fun! For High-Intermediate to Advanced English speakers only. We will discuss one book during the eight-week session. Registration required. Books are...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL, Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Improve your English and have fun! For High-Intermediate to Advanced English speakers only. We will discuss one book during the eight-week session. Registration required. Books are provided and must be picked up the 1st week of class. $7 book fee.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Friends of the Novi Public Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Board meetings are typically held on the second Wednesday of each month at 7pm in the Library's Board Room on the 2nd Floor. Everyone is welcome to the meetings and we cordially in...

Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Board meetings are typically held on the second Wednesday of each month at 7pm in the Library's Board Room on the 2nd Floor. Everyone is welcome to the meetings and we cordially invite you to attend and become our friend.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Summer Songfest

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Family, Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
Summer Songfest:

Enjoy the summer at Paradise Park with lively music from great area bands, brought to you by the Friends of the Novi Library. Event is free and will be hel...

Event Details:

Today's Performer: Motor City Soul (Motown and more)Today's meal available for purchase: Swedish Meatballs with Ribbon Pasta, House Salad, Focaccia Bread, Fresh Baked Cookies

Waitlist
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Family, Friends of the Library
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Enjoy the summer at Paradise Park with lively music from great area bands, brought to you by the Friends of the Novi Library. Event is free and will be held under an outdoor, covered pavilion. Arrive at 6pm for cash bar, food service, attractions and games which are available for purchase.

Paradise Park is located at 45799 Grand River Ave, Novi.

 

Today's Performer: Motor City Soul (Motown and more)

Today's meal available for purchase: Swedish Meatballs with Ribbon Pasta, House Salad, Focaccia Bread, Fresh Baked Cookies

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

NO-VI Chess Club

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whole Meeting Room at Novi Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults
NO-VI Chess Club:

Join our NO-VI Chess Club to participate, learn and sharpen your chess skill. No previous knowledge of chess is necessary. This program will include lectures, practice games, ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Whole Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 27

Join our NO-VI Chess Club to participate, learn and sharpen your chess skill. No previous knowledge of chess is necessary. This program will include lectures, practice games, game analysis, and other components of chess training. Limited number of chess boards, timers, and rule books are provided (sponsored by a generous library donor). Please bring your own board.

Registration is required for each session. Ages 5 and up welcome (caregivers are expected to accompany their child to the program if under the age of 12).


 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Strange Lands Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Delve into far-flung and fantastical worlds with us! We'll explore the best that sci-fi and fantasy have to offer, then come together to discuss. Registration required.This month's...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Delve into far-flung and fantastical worlds with us! We'll explore the best that sci-fi and fantasy have to offer, then come together to discuss. Registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner English Language Lessons

Friday, September 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This class is for adult beginners who recently arrived in USA/Michigan. We will have conversation time for listening, speaking, and writing. Also, a discussion of topics that are f...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This class is for adult beginners who recently arrived in USA/Michigan. We will have conversation time for listening, speaking, and writing. Also, a discussion of topics that are for the beginner level.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intermediate/Advanced English Language Lessons

Friday, September 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Conversation Groups, Cultural/International, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

These sessions will be for intermediate/advanced level adults. We will discuss a variety of subjects during our 8 weeks of class. Also, friendly conversations with other students, ...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Conversation Groups, Cultural/International, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

These sessions will be for intermediate/advanced level adults. We will discuss a variety of subjects during our 8 weeks of class. Also, friendly conversations with other students, listening and speaking in English.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL Book Club

Monday, September 16, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
ESL Book Discussion:

Improve your English and have fun! For High-Intermediate to Advanced English speakers only. We will discuss one book during the eight-week session. Registration required. Books are...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL, Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Improve your English and have fun! For High-Intermediate to Advanced English speakers only. We will discuss one book during the eight-week session. Registration required. Books are provided and must be picked up the 1st week of class. $7 book fee.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Local History Room Office Hours

Monday, September 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Local History Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Historical Commission
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Local History Room Office Hours:

Come to the Local History Room for assistance or just to meet commission members and learn about Novi's history.  

Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Local History Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Historical Commission

Come to the Local History Room for assistance or just to meet commission members and learn about Novi's history.
 


 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

An Evening of English

Monday, September 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
East Meeting Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Conversation Groups, Cultural/International, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of learning English. Learn grammar, vocabulary, and practice your conversational skills. Great for all levels. Registration Required. No childcare provided. ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Conversation Groups, Cultural/International, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL
Required
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of learning English. Learn grammar, vocabulary, and practice your conversational skills. Great for all levels. Registration Required. No childcare provided. Ages 18+

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spanish Conversation Group

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Conversation Groups, Cultural/International, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Hola amigos! All levels of Spanish speakers from ZERO to NATIVE are welcome to join us! NEW TIME STARTING IN JUNE!! 6:30-8pm!!  

Open
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Conversation Groups, Cultural/International, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Hola amigos! All levels of Spanish speakers from ZERO to NATIVE are welcome to join us! 

NEW TIME STARTING IN JUNE!! 6:30-8pm!!

 

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL Book Club

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:45am
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
ESL Book Discussion:

Improve your English and have fun! For High-Intermediate to Advanced English speakers only. We will discuss one book during the eight-week session. Registration required. Books are...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL, Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Improve your English and have fun! For High-Intermediate to Advanced English speakers only. We will discuss one book during the eight-week session. Registration required. Books are provided and must be picked up the 1st week of class. $7 book fee.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Novi Historical Commission Meeting

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Local History Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Historical Commission
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The City of Novi's Historical Commission's monthly meeting. Commission members will discuss ongoing and new projectsOpen to The Public. 

Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Local History Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Historical Commission
Event Details:

The City of Novi's Historical Commission's monthly meeting. Commission members will discuss ongoing and new projects
Open to The Public. 

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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Summer Songfest

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Family, Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
Summer Songfest:

Enjoy the summer at Paradise Park with lively music from great area bands, brought to you by the Friends of the Novi Library. Event is free and will be hel...

Event Details:

Today's Performer: Elvis  

Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Family, Friends of the Library
Required
Seats Remaining: 98
Event Details:

Enjoy the summer at Paradise Park with lively music from great area bands, brought to you by the Friends of the Novi Library. Event is free and will be held under an outdoor, covered pavilion. Arrive at 6pm for cash bar, food service, attractions and games which are available for purchase.

Paradise Park is located at 45799 Grand River Ave, Novi.

 

Today's Performer: Elvis

 

 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

NO-VI Chess Club

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whole Meeting Room at Novi Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults
NO-VI Chess Club:

Join our NO-VI Chess Club to participate, learn and sharpen your chess skill. No previous knowledge of chess is necessary. This program will include lectures, practice games, ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Whole Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 36

Join our NO-VI Chess Club to participate, learn and sharpen your chess skill. No previous knowledge of chess is necessary. This program will include lectures, practice games, game analysis, and other components of chess training. Limited number of chess boards, timers, and rule books are provided (sponsored by a generous library donor). Please bring your own board.

Registration is required for each session. Ages 5 and up welcome (caregivers are expected to accompany their child to the program if under the age of 12).


 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner English Language Lessons

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This class is for adult beginners who recently arrived in USA/Michigan. We will have conversation time for listening, speaking, and writing. Also, a discussion of topics that are f...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This class is for adult beginners who recently arrived in USA/Michigan. We will have conversation time for listening, speaking, and writing. Also, a discussion of topics that are for the beginner level.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intermediate/Advanced English Language Lessons

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Conversation Groups, Cultural/International, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

These sessions will be for intermediate/advanced level adults. We will discuss a variety of subjects during our 8 weeks of class. Also, friendly conversations with other students, ...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Conversation Groups, Cultural/International, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

These sessions will be for intermediate/advanced level adults. We will discuss a variety of subjects during our 8 weeks of class. Also, friendly conversations with other students, listening and speaking in English.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL Book Club

Monday, September 23, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
ESL Book Discussion:

Improve your English and have fun! For High-Intermediate to Advanced English speakers only. We will discuss one book during the eight-week session. Registration required. Books are...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL, Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Improve your English and have fun! For High-Intermediate to Advanced English speakers only. We will discuss one book during the eight-week session. Registration required. Books are provided and must be picked up the 1st week of class. $7 book fee.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Novel Idea Book Club

Monday, September 23, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A book club, what a novel idea! Come prepared to discuss the book!What book are we reading? Chevy in the Hole by Kelsey Ronan  If you have not registered, we still encour...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

A book club, what a novel idea! Come prepared to discuss the book!

What book are we reading? Chevy in the Hole by Kelsey Ronan 

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Friends Kaleidoscope: Rust Belt Reporter, A Memoir

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
West Meeting Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Special Guest: John Gallagher, JournalistJohn Gallagher’s new book, reflecting on his life’s work as a reporter, including thirty-two years with the Detroit Free Press, presents an...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Required
Seats Remaining: 46
Event Details:

Special Guest: John Gallagher, Journalist

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL Book Club

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:45am
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
ESL Book Discussion:

Improve your English and have fun! For High-Intermediate to Advanced English speakers only. We will discuss one book during the eight-week session. Registration required. Books are...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL, Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Improve your English and have fun! For High-Intermediate to Advanced English speakers only. We will discuss one book during the eight-week session. Registration required. Books are provided and must be picked up the 1st week of class. $7 book fee.