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Coffee With The Superintendent

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:15pm
West Meeting Room at Novi Public Library
Coffee with the Superintendent:

Join Superintendent Benjamin Mainka for a discussion on current topics relating to the schools.

Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room

Join Superintendent Benjamin Mainka for a discussion on current topics relating to the schools.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Space

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 2:45pm - 5:00pm
Whole Meeting Room at Novi Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Teen Space:

Teen Space is held from 2:45-5pm, Monday-Friday, downstairs in the Whole Meeting Room, near the Café, during the school year. Students can hang out, play games, including Xbox and ...

Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Whole Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Teen Space is held from 2:45-5pm, Monday-Friday, downstairs in the Whole Meeting Room, near the Café, during the school year. Students can hang out, play games, including Xbox and Switch, ping pong, board games and more. Come check it out and have fun! Proof of student status is required for admittance. Teen Space is closed during vacation breaks, half days and Teen Advisory Board (TAB) meetings.

This event is in the "Adults" group

"Having the Talk" With Your Aging Parents

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Have you watched your aging parents begin to decline over the past few months or years? Talking with your parents about long-term care needs can be difficult.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you watched your aging parents begin to decline over the past few months or years? Talking with your parents about long-term care needs can be difficult.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Space

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 2:45pm - 5:00pm
Whole Meeting Room at Novi Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Teen Space:

Teen Space is held from 2:45-5pm, Monday-Friday, downstairs in the Whole Meeting Room, near the Café, during the school year. Students can hang out, play games, including Xbox and ...

Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Whole Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Teen Space is held from 2:45-5pm, Monday-Friday, downstairs in the Whole Meeting Room, near the Café, during the school year. Students can hang out, play games, including Xbox and Switch, ping pong, board games and more. Come check it out and have fun! Proof of student status is required for admittance. Teen Space is closed during vacation breaks, half days and Teen Advisory Board (TAB) meetings.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tantrums: Navigating Big Emotions - Virtual

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Parenting and Caregivers
Age Group:
Adults

Do you ever wonder about your young child’s intense emotions? Would you like to know more about the cause? Could you use some ideas on how to help both you and your child respond differently? If you answered yes, this workshop is for you!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Parenting and Caregivers
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you ever wonder about your young child’s intense emotions? Would you like to know more about the cause? Could you use some ideas on how to help both you and your child respond differently? If you answered yes, this workshop is for you!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Knit 2gether Knitting group

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Knit 2gether:

Participants gather to enjoy their projects and the companionship of like-minded people. Skill levels range from beginner to expert. No instructor. Limited to 20 persons.

Join us at the library for a chance to work on a knitting or crochet project and connect with other members of the community. Skill levels range from beginner to expert. No instructor. Limited to 20 persons.

Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Participants gather to enjoy their projects and the companionship of like-minded people. Skill levels range from beginner to expert. No instructor. Limited to 20 persons.

Join us at the library for a chance to work on a knitting or crochet project and connect with other members of the community. Skill levels range from beginner to expert. No instructor. Limited to 20 persons.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Space

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 2:45pm - 5:00pm
Whole Meeting Room at Novi Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Teen Space:

Teen Space is held from 2:45-5pm, Monday-Friday, downstairs in the Whole Meeting Room, near the Café, during the school year. Students can hang out, play games, including Xbox and ...

Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Whole Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Teen Space is held from 2:45-5pm, Monday-Friday, downstairs in the Whole Meeting Room, near the Café, during the school year. Students can hang out, play games, including Xbox and Switch, ping pong, board games and more. Come check it out and have fun! Proof of student status is required for admittance. Teen Space is closed during vacation breaks, half days and Teen Advisory Board (TAB) meetings.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Fact Finders Book Club - Grades 1-3 - Nonfiction Books

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Youth

Calling all curious kids in grades 1–3! Fact Finders Book Club is a monthly nonfiction book club where young readers explore a new real-world topic each month, from dinosaurs and space to animals,

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all curious kids in grades 1–3! Fact Finders Book Club is a monthly nonfiction book club where young readers explore a new real-world topic each month, from dinosaurs and space to animals,

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, March 26, 2026 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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Whole Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Registration Required

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 Book Club

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Delve into far-flung and fantastical worlds with NPL! We explore all that speculative fiction has to offer, from sci-fi to fantasy, and everything in between. 

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

Delve into far-flung and fantastical worlds with NPL! We explore all that speculative fiction has to offer, from sci-fi to fantasy, and everything in between. 

Library Board Meeting

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Library Board

Library Board meetings are usually held on the second Thursday of each month, at the Novi Civic Center at 7:00pm, to review library financials, make policy decisions, and provide broad operational oversight of the Library. The public is welcome.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

Library Board meetings are usually held on the second Thursday of each month, at the Novi Civic Center at 7:00pm, to review library financials, make policy decisions, and provide broad operational oversight of the Library. The public is welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginner English Language Lessons

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
ESL
Age Group:
Adults

For adult beginners who recently arrived in the USA/Michigan within the last year. Participants are able to understand simple, everyday phrases and slow speech. This class will have conversation time for listening, speaking, and writing.

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL
Registration Required
Event Details:

For adult beginners who recently arrived in the USA/Michigan within the last year. Participants are able to understand simple, everyday phrases and slow speech. This class will have conversation time for listening, speaking, and writing.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Intermediate/Advanced English Language Lessons

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
ESL
Age Group:
Adults

These sessions will be for intermediate/advanced level adults who have been in the USA/Michigan for at least 1-2 years. They can understand and speak at a normal pace but struggle with more complex grammar and discussion topics.

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL
Registration Required
Event Details:

These sessions will be for intermediate/advanced level adults who have been in the USA/Michigan for at least 1-2 years. They can understand and speak at a normal pace but struggle with more complex grammar and discussion topics.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Yoga Storytime

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
West Meeting Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Family
Age Group:
Youth

Join us for Yoga Storytime! Through songs, stories, and movement, we’ll explore fine and gross motor skills, body awareness, sensory and physical exploration, social-emotional development, and parent-child bonding.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Yoga Storytime! Through songs, stories, and movement, we’ll explore fine and gross motor skills, body awareness, sensory and physical exploration, social-emotional development, and parent-child bonding.

Disclaimer(s)

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 will not be permitted. Click here to view our Unattended Child policy.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Whole Meeting Room at Novi Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Are you ready for a Challenge? Adult puzzle enthusiasts are invited to be a part of the Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament for our
third year.  Each team should nominate a captain who will register for the event. One registration per team. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Whole Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you ready for a Challenge? Adult puzzle enthusiasts are invited to be a part of the Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament for our
third year.  Each team should nominate a captain who will register for the event. One registration per team. 

This event is in the "Youth" group

Stamp It! Creative Art with Stamps For Ages 2–6

Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Youth Activity Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

Let creativity take shape! In this hands-on program, children will explore the art of stamping using a wide variety of stamps and colorful ink pads.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let creativity take shape! In this hands-on program, children will explore the art of stamping using a wide variety of stamps and colorful ink pads.

Disclaimer(s)

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 will not be permitted. Click here to view our Unattended Child policy.

This event is in the "Adults" group

"Swing into Spring" with Dave Bennett, Grant Flick, and the Third Coast Swing Band

Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whole Meeting Room at Novi Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Join the Novi Public Library as we kick of the spring season with Third Coast Swing, featuring special guests Dave Bennett and Grant Flick.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Whole Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Novi Public Library as we kick of the spring season with Third Coast Swing, featuring special guests Dave Bennett and Grant Flick.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

NO TEEN SPACE

All Day 3/30 - 4/3
Novi Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
This event is in the "Adults" group

Genealogical Assistance

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Local History Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Historical Commission
Age Group:
Adults

The Northville Genealogical Society will be offering free genealogical research assistance on the 4th Monday of each month from 12-2pm.

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

The Northville Genealogical Society will be offering free genealogical research assistance on the 4th Monday of each month from 12-2pm.

This event is in the "Adults" group

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Whole Meeting Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

To schedule an appointment, please click here or log onto redcrossblood.org (sponsor code: NoviLibrar

Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Whole Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

To schedule an appointment, please click here or log onto redcrossblood.org (sponsor code: NoviLibrar

This event is in the "Tweens" group

Create a Pocket Pet - Tween

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens

Join us at the library to create your very own pocket pets using miniature figurines and decorations. 

Grades 4-8

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at the library to create your very own pocket pets using miniature figurines and decorations. 

Grades 4-8

This event is in the "Youth" group

Spring Fling Dance Party!

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Whole Meeting Room at Novi Public Library
Age Group:
Youth

Families of children ages 3 - 6 years old are invited to join us for a Spring Fling Dance Party! Help us kick off the season with an afternoon of music, refreshments, sensory activities and more.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Whole Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Registration Required
Event Details:

Families of children ages 3 - 6 years old are invited to join us for a Spring Fling Dance Party! Help us kick off the season with an afternoon of music, refreshments, sensory activities and more.

Disclaimer(s)

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 will not be permitted. Click here to view our Unattended Child policy.

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

Japanese Conversation Group

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Youth Activity Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Conversation Groups, Cultural and International, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

こんにちは! Do you think your Japanese conversation skills are getting rusty? Let’s practice and learn Japanese together! Knowledge of Hiragana and Katakana required. Ages 13+

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Conversation Groups, Cultural and International, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Registration Required
Event Details:

こんにちは! Do you think your Japanese conversation skills are getting rusty? Let’s practice and learn Japanese together! Knowledge of Hiragana and Katakana required. Ages 13+

This event is in the "Adults" group

Business Book Club

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Board Room at Novi Public Library
Program Type:
Business and Career, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join our Business Book Club, a monthly gathering where entrepreneurs, professionals, and business enthusiasts explore influential works in the world of business.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Novi Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business and Career, Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our Business Book Club, a monthly gathering where entrepreneurs, professionals, and business enthusiasts explore influential works in the world of business.