Adult Events
Please visit our calendar to see the online and in-person events we offer.
Beginners ESL Conversation Group – In-Person
Fridays from 10:30 AM – 12 PM 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.
Walk, Listen & Win
Walk 30 miles a month while listening to an audiobook! Download the Beanstack app to track your monthly 30 miles of walking accompanied by an audiobook. Participants who complete the challenge each month will be entered for a chance to win a $50 gift card. Grand prizes will be drawn at the end of each…
Between the Lines Book Discussion: Co-Intelligence by Ethan Mollick
Monday, October 12 at 7 PM Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI by Ethan Mollick Non-Fiction, Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Science Consumer AI has arrived. And with it, inescapable upheaval as we grapple with what it means for our jobs, lives and the future of humanity. Cutting through the noise of AI evangelists and AI doom-mongers,…
Northville Novel Writing Challenge
Tuesday, October 13 at 7 PM Join the Northville Novel Writing Challenge, hosted by Rise & Write Northville, each week during the month of October to write a novel! If you’ve ever wanted to write a novel, but have felt intimidated or just need some encouragement, this is the place for you! Each week will…
Notary Service with Marty Testesecca
Wednesday, October 14 at 6 PM Free notary services are available on one Wednesday each month from 6-7 pm. Please bring a photo ID and do not sign your documents before arrival. No appointment required. No Registration Required
Canva & MakeIT Series: Laser Engraved Charcuterie Board
Wednesday, October 14 at 7 PM Adults age 18+ only. Create a simple design in Canva, then schedule a follow-up session in the MakeIT space to engrave your Charcuterie Board. Laptop required and email required. Charcuterie Board supplied. Register for Canva & MakeIT Series: Laser Engraved Charcuterie Board.
Notary Service with Marty Testesecca
Saturday, October 17 at 11 AM Free notary services are available on one Saturday each month from 11-12pm. Please bring a photo ID and do not sign your documents before arrival. No appointment required. No Registration Required.
An Illustrated History of the Soo Locks
Tuesday, October 20 at 7 PM One of North America’s most important engineering marvels resides right here in Michigan: the Soo Locks. The first lock on the St. Marys river opened in 1798, the largest in 1969 and work began last year to build a new lock. The story of this amazing man-made behemoth is…
Northville Novel Writing Challenge
Tuesday, October 20 at 7 PM Join the Northville Novel Writing Challenge, hosted by Rise & Write Northville, each week during the month of October to write a novel! If you’ve ever wanted to write a novel, but have felt intimidated or just need some encouragement, this is the place for you! Each week will…
The Next Chapter: A 55+ Book Discussion Group: The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett
Wednesday, October 21 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 Road to Tender…
Canva & MakeIT Series: Laser Engraved Charcuterie Board
Wednesday, October 21 at 7 PM Adults age 18+ only. Create a simple design in Canva, then schedule a follow-up session in the MakeIT space to engrave your Charcuterie Board. Laptop required and email required. Charcuterie Board supplied. Register for Canva & MakeIT Series: Laser Engraved Charcuterie Board.
Knit ‘n Stitch Night
Thursday, October 22 at 6:30 PM 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 for Knit ‘n Stitch Night.
Digital Conversion Training
Friday, October 23 at 12:30 PM If you are interested in using the Library’s Digital Conversion equipment, please register to attend a training session. Attending one of these training sessions is a REQUIREMENT to register for using the equipment. Come to the training knowing what MEDIA you wish to convert, and to what format. Don’t…
36 Years of Hubble
Saturday, October 24 at 3 PM In 2025, Hubble celebrated its 35th year in space. Learn about the history of the Hubble program and stories behind some of its most exciting pictures. Hear how some of Hubble’s lesser known images had the greatest effect on our knowledge of science and the universe. How long can…
Spice Club and Potluck
Tuesday, October 27 at 6 PM Spice Club is a community potluck event. Join us for a potluck where we explore the history and taste of different herbs and spices. Register up to 30 days before the event via our website or by calling. After you’ve signed up, come to the Information Desk to get…
Northville Novel Writing Challenge
Tuesday, October 27 at 7 PM Join the Northville Novel Writing Challenge, hosted by Rise & Write Northville, each week during the month of October to write a novel! If you’ve ever wanted to write a novel, but have felt intimidated or just need some encouragement, this is the place for you! Each week will…
1:1 with Local Immigration Lawyer
Wednesday, October 28 at 6 PM Wednesday, October 28 at 6:30 PM Wednesday, October 28 at 7 PM Wednesday, October 28 at 7:30 PM Book a 30-min. appointment with a local Immigration Lawyer to learn about naturalization, green cards or visas and the free resources available from the library. The Northville District Library will not…
Rise & Write Northville Poetry Writing Group
Wednesday, October 28 at 6:30 PM Rise & Write Northville Poetry Group is a group for poets to gather and share their work. Please bring writing tools and 3 copies of an original poem to share. For more information on Rise & Write Northville please contact them at: riseandwritenorthville@yahoo.com Register for Rise & Write Northville…
The Art of Classical Guitar with Steven Dearing
Thursday, October 29 at 7 PM Enjoy an evening of classical guitar as acclaimed musician Steven Dearing presents a selection of solo works highlighting the beauty and expressive range of the guitar. Register for The Art of Classical Guitar with Steven Dearing.
Fall Friends of NDL Used Book Sale
Friday, October 30 from 2-4 PM There will be a large selection of gently-used books, puzzles, movies, and music CDs, including many holiday items. Most books will be $1.00 each, with small paperbacks at $0.50. Purchase a bag from the Friends to fill up for $10. Friday, October 30, Friends members get early shopping from…
Books & Brews Book Discussion: The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett
Tuesday, November 3 at 7 PM Browndog Barlor, 120 E. Main St, Northville, MI, 48167 Books and Brews Book Discussion: The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett Humor, Contemporary Fiction, Road Trip “A darkly comic and warm-hearted novel about an old man on a cross-country mission to reunite with his high school crush—bringing together his adult…
Notary Service with Marty Testesecca
Wednesday, November 4 at 6 PM Free notary services are available on one Wednesday each month from 6-7 pm. Please bring a photo ID and do not sign your documents before arrival. No appointment required. No Registration Required.
From Page to Palette Book Club
Wednesday, November 4 at 6:30 PM Join the Northville Art House and the Northville District Library at the Northville Art House for an art-inspired book club. Meeting bi-monthly, this book club will focus mostly on fiction inspired by art history’s most famous (and infamous) figures and styles. Participants will see the story come to life…
Rise & Write Northville Fiction Writing Group
Wednesday, November 4 at 7 PM Rise & Write Northville Fiction Writing Group is a group for fiction writers to gather and share their work. Join other fiction writers for a relaxed writing session where we will share what we are working on and write together. Please bring writing tools and paper to write on.…
America Forward! with Terra Voce
Thursday, November 5 at 7 PM Celebrate American composers with the Terra Voce Ensemble, featuring works by John Williams, Scott Joplin, and others for violin, clarinet, cello and piano. Register for America Forward! with Terra Voce.
Notary Service with Marty Testesecca
Saturday, November 7 at 11 AM Free notary services are available on one Saturday each month from 11-12pm. Please bring a photo ID and do not sign your documents before arrival. No appointment required. No Registration Required.
Between the Lines Book Discussion: The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett
Monday, November 9 at 7 PM The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett Humor, Contemporary Fiction, Road Trip “A darkly comic and warm-hearted novel about an old man on a cross-country mission to reunite with his high school crush—bringing together his adult daughter, two orphaned kids, and a cat who can predict death—from the…
Community Reads at Novi Public Library: The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett
Tuesday, November 10 from 7 – 8 PM Novi Public Library, 45255 W 10 Mile Rd, Novi, MI, 48375 Please join us for the 16th annual Neighborhood Library Association’s Community Read event at the Novi Public Library to hear Annie Hartnett discuss her book “The Road to Tender Hearts” Following the event, Annie Hartnett will…
Rise & Write Northville Memoir Writing Group
Tuesday, November 10 at 7 PM Rise & Write Northville Memoir Writing Group is a group for memoir writers to gather and share their work. Everybody has a good story to tell. Join other memoir writers for a relaxed writing session where we’ll share our work and help group members with their current projects. Please…
Forging a Nation: Revolutionary Artifacts and Stories with Todd Brighton
Thursday, November 12 at 7 PM Todd Brighton explores the American Revolution through the stories of his Patriot ancestors, sharing family research and authentic artifacts collected over 25 years. Register for Forging a Nation: Revolutionary Artifacts and Stories with Todd Brighton.
Chocolate Tasting for Adults
Tuesday, November 17 at 7 PM(opens in new tab) Please join us as Kara Hayes, the owner of Chocolate Pursuit guides you through the world of Chocolate. Kara comes by way of Seattle where she started her company Chocolate Pursuit. She took people on a tour of the amazing chocolate scene in the Pacific Northwest.…
The Next Chapter: A 55+ Book Discussion Group: Poverty, by America by Matthew Desmond
Wednesday, November 18 at 11 AM(opens in new tab) 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 Poverty,…
1:1 with Local Immigration Lawyer
Wednesday, November 18 at 6 PM(opens in new tab) Wednesday, November 18 at 6:30 PM(opens in new tab) Wednesday, November 18 at 7 PM(opens in new tab) Wednesday, November 18 at 7:30 PM(opens in new tab) Book a 30-min. appointment with a local Immigration Lawyer to learn about naturalization, green cards or visas and the…
Canva & MakeIT Series: Sublimate a Pot Holder
Wednesday, November 18 at 7 PM(opens in new tab) Adults age 18+ only. Create a simple design in Canva, then schedule a follow-up session in the MakeIT space to sublimate your pot holder. Laptop required and email required. Pot holder supplied. Register for Canva & MakeIT Series: Sublimate a Pot Holder.(opens in new tab)
Knit ‘n Stitch Night
Thursday, November 19 at 6:30 PM(opens in new tab) 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.