Adult Events
We recommend wearing a mask when attending in-person programs.
Please visit our calendar to see the online and in-person events we offer.
Virtual ESL Conversation Group
Tuesdays at 10:30 AM (ONLINE) Join us online for these informal sessions to help improve your English conversation skills. Drop-In. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87348140872?pwd=aXdrSndaMVZybC9kRzhjYnRQaVFYZz09 Meeting ID: 873 4814 0872 Password: ndlesl
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Beginners ESL Conversation Group – In-Person
Fridays from 10:30 AM – 12 PM: Starts September 8 Come practice your English with other beginners in a slow-speaking informal conversation group. Contact Librarian Samantha Loree for more information at sloree@northvillelibrary.org Drop In.
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Funny Fall Film Series: Bringing Up Baby (102 minutes, Raged G)
Monday, September 25 at 6:30 PM While trying to secure a $1 million donation for his museum, a befuddled paleontologist is pursued by a flighty and often irritating heiress and her pet leopard, Baby. Drop-in.
Read MoreCentury of Dutch Art
Tuesday, September 26 at 7 PM (ONLINE) Engage in a century of Dutch Art, shaped by a Dutch merchant fleet that sailed all over the world and brought back unimaginable luxuries to Europeans: spices, porcelain, silk, rugs, and much more. Learn how the Dutch Republic thrived during their “Golden Age”. This is a virtual program.…
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The Great British Baking Tour with Claire Evans
Wednesday, September 27at 7 PM (ONLINE) Join UK travel/relocation consultant and former UK resident Claire Evans for a delightful culinary tour of the UK inspired by “The Great British Baking Show” television series. This event is offered in partnership with the Plymouth District Library. Register. Zoom link will be sent out to registrants via email…
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Manhattan Shorts Film Festival 2023
Sunday, October 1 at 2 PM Monday, October 2 at 6 PM Join over 100,000 film lovers in over 500 cities around the world to view and vote on the 26th Annual MSFF Finalists’ Short Films. Register.
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Books & Brews Book Discussion: Mika in Real Life by Emiko Jean
Tuesday, October 3 at 7 PM (North Center Brewing Co.401 N. Center St., Northville, MI, 48167) At thirty-five, Mika Suzuki’s life is a mess when she receives a phone call from Penny — the daughter she placed for adoption sixteen years ago. 2023 NLA Community Reads Selection
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Mysterious Michigan with Amberrose Hammond
Thursday, October 5 at 7 PM Researcher Amberrose Hammond brings to light strange and unusual tales from Michigan’s colorful and exciting past: The will of Detroit’s first millionaire, Eber B. Ward, was hotly contested because he took the financial advice of spirits. Marian Spore Bush, Bay City’s first female dentist, moved to New York City,…
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First Friday Fiber Friends
Friday, October 6 at 1 PM Previously ‘Northville Knit & Stitch’ – Note the change on start time Meet up with other friends of the fiber arts to share your current project or learn a new skill! All skill levels welcome – no instructor. Drop-In.
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Between the Lines Book Discussion: Mika In Real Life by Emiko Jean
Monday, October 9 at 7 PM Mika In Real Life by Emiko Jean At thirty-five, Mika Suzuki’s life is a mess when she receives a phone call from Penny—the daughter she placed for adoption sixteen years ago. Registration Recommended.
Read MoreIntroduction to DNA Tests for Family History
Wednesday, October 11 at 7 PM Local genealogist Katherine Willson will present on the types of tests currently marketed by top genetic genealogy companies, and the pros & cons (and ethics) of DNA testing. Register.
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Organizing Photos on Your iPad or iPhone
Thursday, October 12 at 7 PM (Friends Community Room) Learn how to make and name albums, move photos into albums, favorite photos to easily find the ones you love, delete and transfer photos to a USB or external hard drive as well as sync devices. Class Requirements: iPhone or iPad iCloud username and password
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The History, Mystery, and Magic of Witches with Kristy Robinette
Monday, October 16 at 7 PM Author and Psychic Medium Kristy Robinett will explore witchcraft and witch hunts throughout history. This spellbound presentation will discuss the dark history of the witch hysteria to today’s lighthearted version of a witch. Register.
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The Next Chapter: A 55+ Book Discussion Group: Mika in Real Life
Wednesday, October 18 at 11 AM (Northville Community Center, 303 W Main St, Northville, MI, 48167) Join us for our monthly 55+ book discussion group, The Next Chapter, in collaboration with Northville Senior Services. We will meet at the Community Center the third Wednesday of each month at 11 AM. We plan to alternate fiction…
Read MoreThe History of Horror with Greg Black
Thursday, October 19 at 7 PM Get ready for the spooky season with Greg Black as he presents on the history of the horror film. Register.
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Citizenship 1:1 with Adult Services Librarian Samantha Loree
Friday, October 20 at 12 PM Friday, October 20 at 12:30 PM Friday, October 20 at 1 PM Friday, October 20 at 1:30 PM Book a 30-minute appointment to learn about how to start the naturalization process and all the free resources available from the library to assist you along the way. To avoid multiple…
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Funny Fall Film Series: Knives Out
Monday, October 23 at 6:30 PM A detective investigates the death of the patriarch of an eccentric, combative family in this laugh-out loud comedy with a star-studded cast. Drop-In.
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NLA Community Reads Event: Emiko Jean Author Talk
Tuesday, October 24 at 7 PM (Novi Public Library 45255 W 10 Mile Rd, Novi, MI, 48375) Read this year’s NLA Community Reads, Mika in Real Life by Emiko Jean, and listen to the author discuss her book at the Novi Library in October! Books will be available for purchase and signing. Register on Novi Library’s website…
Read MoreJapanese Calligraphy with Kyoko Fujii
Thursday, November 2 at 6:30 PM Learn the art of shodo (Japanese Calligraphy) with Shihan master Kyoko Fujii in this hands on workshop. All materials provided by the library. This event is for adults 18 & up only. Register.
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First Friday Fiber Friends
Friday, November 3 at 1 PM Previously ‘Northville Knit & Stitch’ – Note the change on start time Meet up with other friends of the fiber arts to share your current project or learn a new skill! All skill levels welcome – no instructor. Drop In.
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Holiday Mocktails with Vanessa Young of Thirsty Radish
Monday, November 6 at 7 PM (ONLINE) Get ready for the holidays as we learn to make festive non-alcoholic drinks to enjoy throughout the season! We will cover drink recipes, syrups, infusions, beautiful garnishes and more. Register. To learn more about Vanessa Young and Thirsty Radish go to; https://thirstyradish.com
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On Wings of Words: Poetry Reading
Tuesday, November 7 at 7 PM Join Sikh-American poet, Parvinder Mehta while she reads poems from her debut collection, “On Wings of Words”. Books will be available for purchase. Dr. Parvinder Mehta is a Sikh American emerging poet who earned her Ph.D. in English from Wayne State University. She completed her doctoral dissertation focused on…
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Between the Lines Book Discussion: The Sentence by Louise Erdrich
Monday, November 13 at 7 PM The Sentence by Louise Erdrich A small independent bookstore in Minneapolis is haunted from November 2019 to November 2020 by the store’s most annoying customer, Flora. Register.
Read MoreExplore the Amazing Science of the James Webb Space Telescope
Tuesday, November 14 at 7 PM This is presented by Liam Finn, a NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador. NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador, Liam Finn, will discuss the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), one of the most ambitious and complex scientific instruments ever built. Register.
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Meet Libby, by OverDrive
Wednesday, November 15 at 11 AM (Friends Community Room) Learn the basics of how to download ebooks, audiobooks and magazines with Libby. Navigate the app, borrow a title and read or listen in the Libby app. Registration Required. Class Requirements: Northville District Library card and PIN number Tablet or smartphone
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The Next Chapter: A 55+ Book Discussion Group
Wednesday, November 15 at 11 AM Join us for our monthly 55+ book discussion group, The Next Chapter, in collaboration with Northville Senior Services. We will meet at the Community Center the third Wednesday of each month at 11 AM. We plan to alternate fiction and non-fiction titles. This month’s selection is The Sixth Extinction, by…
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