Library Closed from 5pm, Monday, December 23 through Wednesday, December 25 for Christmas Holiday

NPL will reopen on Thursday, December 26 at 10am. We will not be accepting returns during the closure. Our return boxes will be closed. As a reminder, NPL is fine free.

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Name: Multicultural Book Club @ Lakeshore Park
Start: 2025-01-09T18:30:00-05:00
End: 2025-01-09T20:30:00-05:00
Location: Multicultural Book Club @ Lakeshore Park

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Multicultural Book Club @ Lakeshore Park

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Open

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Cultural/International, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Book Club

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

This months discussion will be about All My Rage by Sabaa Tahir.

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Financial Security Series with image of paper couple standing on top of a stack of coins; NPL and Vibe logos

Financial Security Series Part 1: Elder Financial Abuse

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Open

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Adults

Required

Seats Remaining: 37

Event Details:

Join us at Fox Run's Belmont Clubhouse for a 2 part Financial Security Series.

For the Love of Poetry

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Library Branch: Novi Public Library

Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room

Required

Seats Remaining: 8

Event Details:

Do you love poetry? Do you also write poetry? If your answer is “yes", then please join fellow poetry lovers for reading, analyzing and writing poems, and being introduced to a poet.

Lakeshore Book Club

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Open

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Club

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

This month we will be discussing Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi.

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MLK Day Celebration Concert

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Open

Library Branch: Novi Public Library

Room: Whole Meeting Room

Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Program Type: Cultural/International, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Family, Friends of the Library

Required

Seats Remaining: 122

Event Details:

Join us for this annual special occasion as we recognize MLK Day and Unity. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and an inspiring concert with various musical performers and presenters. Snacks served at 2pm with concert beginning at 2:30pm.

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Preschool and Childcare Resource Fair

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

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Library Branch: Novi Public Library

Room: Whole Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

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Looking for information on local preschools and childcare programs? Representatives from local Novi and surrounding area preschools and childcare centers will be at the Library to provide information about their programs.

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All Day	Story Time Break - Mar. 24-Apr. 5 03/24/2025 @ 10:00am - 04/05/2025 @ 6:00pm Library Branch: Novi Public Library
10 am			This event is in the "Adults" group. ESL Book Club 10:15am - 11:45am Adults ESL, Book Club Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL, Book Club Required Seats Remaining: 16 Event Details: 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.	Knit 2gether Knitting group 10:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Board Room 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 "Adults" group. Beginner English Language Lessons 10:30am - 12:00pm Adults ESL Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: For adult beginners who recently arrived in the USA/Michigan within the last year. Participants are able to understand
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12 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group. ESL Book Club 12:30pm - 2:00pm Adults ESL, Book Club Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL, Book Club Required Seats Remaining: 16 Event Details: 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.
1 pm					Intermediate/Advanced English Language Lessons 1:00pm - 2:30pm Required Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Board Room Required Seats Remaining: 18 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.
2 pm	This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Space 2:45pm - 5:00pm Tweens, Teens This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Whole Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens Teen Space is held on Monday-Friday from 2:45-5pm (except during vacation breaks and half days) during the school year in the Whole Meeting Room of the Library. Teen Space is open to students in grades 7th-12th and a school ID is required for admittance. Disclaimer(s) Photos and Videos of Patrons Attendance at Library programs, events or Library spaces constitutes consent to be photographed or filmed for use in print and/or electronic publicity of the Library. If a patron does not want the Library to use a photo or video of them or of their child, they must inform the Library staff member who is coordinating the event prior to the start of the program. Click here to read our full Photos and Videos of Patron policy.	This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Space 2:45pm - 5:00pm Tweens, Teens This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Whole Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens Teen Space is held on Monday-Friday from 2:45-5pm (except during vacation breaks and half days) during the school year in the Whole Meeting Room of the Library. Teen Space is open to students in grades 7th-12th and a school ID is required for admittance. Disclaimer(s) Photos and Videos of Patrons Attendance at Library programs, events or Library spaces constitutes consent to be photographed or filmed for use in print and/or electronic publicity of the Library. If a patron does not want the Library to use a photo or video of them or of their child, they must inform the Library staff member who is coordinating the event prior to the start of the program. Click here to read our full Photos and Videos of Patron policy.	This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Space 2:45pm - 5:00pm Tweens, Teens This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Whole Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens Teen Space is held on Monday-Friday from 2:45-5pm (except during vacation breaks and half days) during the school year in the Whole Meeting Room of the Library. Teen Space is open to students in grades 7th-12th and a school ID is required for admittance. Disclaimer(s) Photos and Videos of Patrons Attendance at Library programs, events or Library spaces constitutes consent to be photographed or filmed for use in print and/or electronic publicity of the Library. If a patron does not want the Library to use a photo or video of them or of their child, they must inform the Library staff member who is coordinating the event prior to the start of the program. Click here to read our full Photos and Videos of Patron policy.	This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Space 2:45pm - 5:00pm Tweens, Teens This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Whole Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens Teen Space is held on Monday-Friday from 2:45-5pm (except during vacation breaks and half days) during the school year in the Whole Meeting Room of the Library. Teen Space is open to students in grades 7th-12th and a school ID is required for admittance. Disclaimer(s) Photos and Videos of Patrons Attendance at Library programs, events or Library spaces constitutes consent to be photographed or filmed for use in print and/or electronic publicity of the Library. If a patron does not want the Library to use a photo or video of them or of their child, they must inform the Library staff member who is coordinating the event prior to the start of the program. Click here to read our full Photos and Videos of Patron policy.	This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Space 2:45pm - 5:00pm Tweens, Teens This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Whole Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens Teen Space is held on Monday-Friday from 2:45-5pm (except during vacation breaks and half days) during the school year in the Whole Meeting Room of the Library. Teen Space is open to students in grades 7th-12th and a school ID is required for admittance. Disclaimer(s) Photos and Videos of Patrons Attendance at Library programs, events or Library spaces constitutes consent to be photographed or filmed for use in print and/or electronic publicity of the Library. If a patron does not want the Library to use a photo or video of them or of their child, they must inform the Library staff member who is coordinating the event prior to the start of the program. Click here to read our full Photos and Videos of Patron policy.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. POW Camps in Michigan During WWII 6:30pm - 7:30pm Teens, Adults Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: West Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Required Seats Remaining: 50 Event Details: Join us as the Michigan WWII Legacy Memorial presents Gregory Sumner, co-chair of the Department of History at the University of Detroit Mercy.	This event is in the "Youth" group. Sunset Stories 6:30pm - 7:00pm Youth Story Time This event is in the "Youth" group. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: West Meeting Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Story Time Event Details: Join us for an evening family story time that promotes early literacy with stories, songs, rhymes and more! This story time is designed for children 0-5 years. No registration 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. Photos and Videos of Patrons Attendance at Library programs, events or Library spaces constitutes consent to be photographed or filmed for use in print and/or electronic publicity of the Library. If a patron does not want the Library to use a photo or video of them or of their child, they must inform the Library staff member who is coordinating the event prior to the start of the program. Click here to read our full Photos and Videos of Patron policy.
7 pm		This event is in the "Tweens" group. DIY MASON JAR LANTERNS- Tween 7:00pm - 8:00pm Tweens Arts & Crafts Required This event is in the "Tweens" group. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Youth Activity Room Age Group: Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 36 Event Details: Tweens, join us in making one of a kind mason jar lanterns with cool silhouette decals. Grades: 4-8 Disclaimer(s) Photos and Videos of Patrons Attendance at Library programs, events or Library spaces constitutes consent to be photographed or filmed for use in print and/or electronic publicity of the Library. If a patron does not want the Library to use a photo or video of them or of their child, they must inform the Library staff member who is coordinating the event prior to the start of the program. Click here to read our full Photos and Videos of Patron policy.		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 7:00pm - 8:00pm Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults 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. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Whole Meeting Room Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults Required Seats Remaining: 56 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 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Book Club Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Required Seats Remaining: 9 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. Library Board Meeting 7:00pm - 9:00pm Library Board Library Branch: Novi Public Library Room: Board Room Program Type: Library Board Event Details: Library Board meetings are usually held on the second Thursday of each month at 7:00pm, to review library financials, make policy decisions, and provide broad operational oversight of the Library. The public is welcome.

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