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Business Book Club - Virtual

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Open

Library Branch: Novi Public Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Business/Career, Book Club

Registration Required

Event Details:

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

Business Book Club

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Open

Library Branch: Novi Public Library

Room: Board Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Business/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.

An Introduction to the Anishinaabeg

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Open

Library Branch: Novi Public Library

Room: West Meeting Room

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Registration Required

Event Details:

In honor of Native American Heritage Month we are so grateful to host Dr. Kevin Leonard who is a Director of the Native American Institute University Outreach and Engagement at Michigan State University. Mr.

"Meet Author Katie Williams as she talks about her book My Murder"

2025 Community Read: Katie Williams

Monday, November 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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Library Branch: Novi Public Library

Room: Whole Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Book Club

Registration Required

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Commerce, Lyon Township, Novi, Northville, Salem-South Lyon, and Walled Lake libraries invite you to a Community Read!

History talk about the sinking of the edmund Fitzgerald on November 12th, 2025 at 7pm at the Novi Public Library

NHC Event: The Sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Open

Library Branch: Novi Public Library

Room: Whole Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Historical Commission

Registration Required

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The Edmund Fitzgerald is the largest shipwreck in the Great Lakes. Ric Mixter is one of a few who have visited the ship via a submarine to uncover its’ secrets.

NO-VI Chess Club

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Open

Library Branch: Novi Public Library

Room: East Meeting Room

Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Registration Required

Flyer for a board game event titled “GAME ON!” The subtitle reads, “A Neurodivergent, Disability, and Family-Friendly Event.” The date “November 16th” is shown in an orange oval. The background is dark blue with images of dice, pawns, a Connect Four board, a colorful board game, a checkers board, and playing cards. The design is vibrant and playful.

Game On! - A Neurodivergent, Disability, and Family-Friendly Event

Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm

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Library Branch: Novi Public Library

Room: Whole Meeting Room

Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Program Type: Family

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Join us for Game On!, a welcoming and inclusive game day celebration for all ages and abilities.

Story Explorers Book Club flyer for grades 1–3. Left side includes an icon of an open book under a magnifying glass. Text reads: 'Story Explorers Book Club. Grades 1–3. Registration Required. Wednesday, November 19th, 6:00–7:00 PM.' The right side shows the cover of the book 'Press Start! Game Over, Super Rabbit Boy!' by Thomas Flintham, featuring pixelated video game-style artwork with a white rabbit character.

Story Explorers Book Club - Grades 1-3 - Fiction Books

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Open

Library Branch: Novi Public Library

Room: Board Room

Age Group: Youth

Program Type: Book Club

Registration Required

Event Details:

Adventure awaits in Story Explorers Book Club! Designed for readers in grades 1–3, this monthly fiction book club invites kids to dive into imaginative stories, connect through discussion, and enjoy a hands-on act

Strange Lands Book Club

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Open

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. Registration required.

Tea Blend workshop

Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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Library Branch: Novi Public Library

Room: Youth Activity Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Other

Registration Required

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Experiment with different tea leaves and ingredients to create a personalized blend to take home! Choose from four different recipes, or mix and match to create something unique.

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10 am				Knit 2gether Knitting group 10:00am–12:00pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Board Room 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.	This event is in the "Youth" group Youth Grab and Go Kit: Rain Stick 10:00am–6:00pm Youth Arts & Crafts, Grab & Go, Summer Reading Program This event is in the "Youth" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Information Desk - 1st Floor Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Grab & Go, Summer Reading Program Event Details: Stop by the Library beginning at 10am to pick up a youth grab and go kit. Kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis and while supplies last. Limit 1 kit per child.	This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Tamil Summer Read-A-Thon 10:30am–12:30pm Youth, Tweens, Teens Cultural/International, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Cultural/International, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Registration Required Event Details: This five week workshop is designed to help your child read Tamil fluently and quickly with interactive lessons and fun filled activities provided by our experienced teachers. Disclaimer(s) Attending With or Without an Adult Parents, guardians or caregivers of children under the age of seven (7) years must be responsible for maintaining visual contact with and must be in the presence of their child at all times. Parents, guardians or caregivers of children between seven (7) and eleven (11) years old must remain at the Library but not necessarily in visual contact with their child. Click here to read our Unattended Child policy.
11 am		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 This event is in the "All Ages" group Tuesday Tunes on the Patio 11:30am–1:00pm Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages Family, Friends of the Library Closed Registration Required 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 This event is in the "All Ages" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Patio Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Family, Friends of the Library Registration Required Event Details: Bring a lunch or purchase food from our Cafe and enjoy live music, and good company on the patio. Children can participate in outdoor games. Concert will be held in meeting room if inclement weather. Music brought to you by the Friends of Novi Library. Today's Performer: Al Carmichael (familiar oldies)
12 pm						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 Tournament 12:00pm–5:00pm Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults Closed Registration Required 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 Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Whole Meeting Room Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults Registration Required Event Details: You are warmly invited to participate in NO-VI Chess Club's upcoming free chess tournament, open to players of all skill levels: beginners, intermediate, and advanced. Disclaimer(s) Attending With or Without an Adult Parents, guardians or caregivers of children under the age of seven (7) years must be responsible for maintaining visual contact with and must be in the presence of their child at all times. Parents, guardians or caregivers of children between seven (7) and eleven (11) years old must remain at the Library but not necessarily in visual contact with their child. Click here to read our Unattended Child policy.
1 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Afternoon Read Book Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Book Club 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: Novi Public Library Room: Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: Join us for an Afternoon Read! Read the selected title and come prepared to discuss! What Are we Reading? Heartland: A Memoir of Working Hard and Being Broke by Sarah Smarsh
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6 pm	This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Grades 1-12 Summer Reading Finale Parties @ Paradise Park 6:00pm–8:00pm Youth, Tweens, Teens Summer Reading Program Offsite Event This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Summer Reading Program Event Details: REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! A link to sign up for the party will be will be available on Beanstack once you receive your final “Complete Challenge” badge and will also be sent to you at the email address on your account. Disclaimer(s) Attending With or Without an Adult Parents, guardians or caregivers of children under the age of seven (7) years must be responsible for maintaining visual contact with and must be in the presence of their child at all times. Parents, guardians or caregivers of children between seven (7) and eleven (11) years old must remain at the Library but not necessarily in visual contact with their child. Click here to read our Unattended Child policy.	This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Grades 1-12 Summer Reading Finale Parties @ Paradise Park 6:00pm–8:00pm Youth, Tweens, Teens Summer Reading Program Offsite Event This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Summer Reading Program Event Details: REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! A link to sign up for the party will be will be available on Beanstack once you receive your final “Complete Challenge” badge and will also be sent to you at the email address on your account. Disclaimer(s) Attending With or Without an Adult Parents, guardians or caregivers of children under the age of seven (7) years must be responsible for maintaining visual contact with and must be in the presence of their child at all times. Parents, guardians or caregivers of children between seven (7) and eleven (11) years old must remain at the Library but not necessarily in visual contact with their child. Click here to read our Unattended Child policy.	This event is in the "Youth" group Birth-K Summer Reading Finale Party 6:00pm–7:30pm Youth Summer Reading Program This event is in the "Youth" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Patio Age Group: Youth Program Type: Summer Reading Program Event Details: Did your child complete the Birth-K Summer Reading Program? Join us on the patio for popsicles and fun outdoor activities to celebrate! Dress for a little mess. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! 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 This event is in the "All Ages" group Summer Songfest 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults, All Ages Family, Friends of the Library Closed Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Family, Friends of the Library Registration Required 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: Dueling Pianos
7 pm		A Stroke in Time: Villa Barr Artist in Residence, Kong Ho 7:00pm–8:00pm Arts & Crafts, Cultural/International Closed Registration Required Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: East Meeting Room Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural/International Registration Required Event Details: Sumptuously painted in a technique consisting of meandering patterns held in check by subtly glaze and exacting trompe l'oeil floras and shells, Kong Ho’s floral-nautilus paintings exemplify the style of his "Luminosity Series." The beauty of a sh	Craftastic Wednesday: Little Embroidered Coin Purse 7:00pm–8:30pm Arts & Crafts Closed Registration Required Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: iCube Makerspace Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Craftastic Wednesday: Little Embroidered Coin Purses Learn some basic embroidery techniques to create an adorable little coin purse. This event is in the "Adults" group Friends of the Novi Public Library Board Meeting 7:00pm–8:45pm Adults Friends of the Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Youth" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group NO-VI Chess Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages Closed Registration Required 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 This event is in the "All Ages" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Whole Meeting Room Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages 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).

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