Adult Events
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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Between the Lines Book Discussion: Anxious People by Fredrik Backman
Monday, December 11 at 7 PM Anxious People by Fredrik Backman Eight people become unlikely friends during a hostage situation created by an inept bank robber. Register.
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Virtual Thursday Trivia Nights with the Library
Thursday, December 14 at 7 PM Test your general knowledge on Zoom. Compete for the prestige of being Northville’s “smartest” Library patron! Individuals or teams welcome….teams should designate one person to submit answers. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81621209981?pwd=S0JRNWlFeUQ5NGZzcTdSYi9CMUVxdz09 Meeting ID: 816 2120 9981 Passcode: 618250
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Winter Film Series – All Together, French, 96 minutes, Not Rated
Monday, December 18 at 6:30 PM Five old friends decide to move in together as an alternate to living in an retirement home; joining them is an ethnology student whose thesis is on the aging population.
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Between the Lines Book Discussion: Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez
Monday, January 8 at 7 PM Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez Warmhearted but tough-minded story of a sister and brother grappling with identity, family, and life goals in gentrifying Brooklyn. Register.
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New Year, New Pantry: How to Eat Your Way to Better Health, Via Zoom
Thursday, January 11 at 7 PM Lisa Howard, the Cultured Cook, will present what food labels are really saying. Gain a greater understanding of how our food choices impact our health. Register. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86728007570?pwd=WEovYVJ5WnNrdkM2UnFLT2YrR1puQT09 Meeting ID: 867 2800 7570 Passcode: 763317
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First Friday Fiber Friends
Friday, January 12 from 1 – 2 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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The Next Chapter: A 55+ Book Discussion Group
Wednesday, January 17 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 Swimmers, by…
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Murder Mayhem Michigan with Tobin Buhke (Online)
Wednesday, January 17 at 7 PM Come face to face with the malefactors who stained the pages of Michigan history with blood spatter: The Killer Dentist, a Grand Rapids native who tried to poison his way into his wife’s inheritance; The Detroit Bluebeard, who prowled matrimonial ads for victims; The Michigan Borgia, who removed an…
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Virtual Thursday Trivia Nights with the Library
Thursday, January 18 at 7 PM Test your general knowledge on Zoom. Compete for the prestige of being Northville’s “smartest” Library patron! Individuals or teams welcome….teams should designate one person to submit answers. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81621209981?pwd=S0JRNWlFeUQ5NGZzcTdSYi9CMUVxdz09 Meeting ID: 816 2120 9981 Passcode: 618250
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Citizenship 1:1 with Local Immigration Lawyer
Friday, January 19 at 12 PM Friday, January 19 at 12:30 PM Friday, January 19 at 1 PM Friday, January 19 at 1:30 PM Book a 30-min. appointment to learn about the naturalization process and the free resources available from the library.
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Winter painting at the Northville Art House
Saturday, January 20 at 2 PM (Northville Art House, 215 W Cady St., Northville, MI, 48167) Join us for a creative and fun workshop as we guide you through the process of painting a winter scene on canvas. In this adult workshop, you’ll explore the magic of acrylics and learn some basic techniques. Whether you’re…
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Winter Film Series – Last Film Show, Gujarati, 110 minutes, Not Rated
Monday, January 22 at 6:30 PM Samay fights heaven and earth to find light. He wants to catch, control, cut and project that light to tell stories. Now to pursue that dream he must leave everything he loves and take a flight to find the light. Drop In.
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Not Your Mother’s Garden via Zoom
Tuesday, January 23 at 7 PM In Not Your Mother’s Garden, Deborah Chud will take us on a photo tour of her own highly unusual Oudolf-style garden and the design principles underlying it. Deborah Chud is a retired Massachusetts physician turned garden maker, consultant, and educator, who specializes in coaching home gardeners (in-person and virtually).…
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Organizing Photos on Your iPad or iPhone
Wednesday, January 24 at 10 AM (Northville Community Center, 303 W Main St, Northville, MI, 48167) 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…
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From Page to Palette Book Club
Wednesday, January 24 at 6:40 PM (Northville Art House215 W Cady St., Northville, MI, 48167) A Partnership between the Northville Art House and Northville District Library. Do you love to read? Would you like to learn more about famous artists and art historical movements? Join the Northville Art House and the Northville District Library for…
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All Things GMAIL
Thursday, January 25 at 7 PM Learn how to set up a Gmail account, compose emails, send and receive attachments and so much more. This class will require you to bring a laptop, it is not intended for the Gmail app. Class Requirements: Laptop to follow along Gmail login if you have one
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Immigration Q & A – Green Cards and US Visas
Saturday, January 27 at 10 AM Come ask your questions relating to the immigration process and learn about the requirements and resources available with a local immigration attorney. Drop In.
Read MoreIdentity Theft Protection
Monday, January 29 at 7 PM John Hogan from Comerica Bank in Northville will discuss identity theft, how it happens, and how to protect yourself. Register.
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Meet Libby, by OverDrive
Thursday, February 1 at 7 PM 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 Register.
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First Friday Fiber Friends
Friday, February 2 from 1 – 3 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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Unlikely Conductors: The Underground Railroad with Heather Bruegl
Monday, February 5 at 7 PM We learn in history class that the Underground Railroad was extremely instrumental in aiding the enslaved to escape captivity and search for freedom. What we oftentimes don’t learn about is the role that Native Americans (sometimes enslaved themselves) played in helping others get to freedom. Learn about the important…
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Books & Brews Book Discussion: The Sweetness of Water by Nathan Harris
Tuesday, February 6 at 7 PM (North Center Brewing Co., 401 N. Center St., Northville, MI, 48167) Books and Brews Book Discussion: The Sweetness of Water by Nathan Harris FICTION In the waning days of the Civil War, brothers Prentiss and Landry—freed by the Emancipation Proclamation—seek refuge on the homestead of George Walker and his wife,…
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Mardi Gras Mixing with Tammy’s Tastings (Online)
Wednesday, February 8 at 7 PM New Orleans is not just the home of Mardi Gras beads and Creole food, it’s also the source of some of the best classic cocktails. We’ll explore the history of Crescent City cocktails and sample creations from the 1800’s to the modern day. Recipes will be e-mailed to participants…
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Stroh’s Story: A Detroit Brewing Legacy, via Zoom
Thursday, February 8 at 7 PM Join Jeremy Dimick, of the Detroit Historical Society, for a fascinating look at this iconic Detroit brewer and its over 150 year history of German style brews. Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Northville District Library. Photo from Detroit Historical Society Register. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89050077872?pwd=RWNVS0dabEhJUkM4MkhWMGt5S3I1dz09 Meeting ID:…
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Valentine’s Day Tunes with Harpist Chanah Ambuter
Sunday, February 11 at 3 PM (Mill Race Village) Come feel the love with an afternoon of romantic tunes played on a gorgeous harp in the historic Mill Race Village’s New School Church. Register.
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Between the Lines Book Discussion: Hell of a Book by Jason Mott
Monday, February 12 at 7 PM Hell of a Book by Jason Mott Through two interwoven storylines unfolding in a witty, often devastatingly incisive style, Hell of a Book is a journey into the heart of a very particular American experience, one that far too many don’t live to tell. Register.
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Virtual Thursday Trivia Nights with the Library
Thursday, February 15 at 7 PM Test your general knowledge on Zoom. Compete for the prestige of being Northville’s “smartest” Library patron! Individuals or teams welcome….teams should designate one person to submit answers. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81621209981?pwd=S0JRNWlFeUQ5NGZzcTdSYi9CMUVxdz09 Meeting ID: 816 2120 9981 Passcode: 618250
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President’s Day Program w/Secret Service Agent Radford Jones
Monday, February 19 at 7 PM Radford Jones shares personal and historical insight to events and incidents while protecting six Presidents and Foreign Heads of State. Former U. S. Secret Service agent Radford Jones will provide a brief history of the U. S. Secret Service and his experiences while protecting six presidents, including his time…
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The Next Chapter: A 55+ Book Discussion Group: Memorial Drive, by Natasha Trethewey
Wednesday, February 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 memoir Memorial…
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Mayor Turnbull presents the Underground Railroad in Northville
Wednesday, February 21 at 7 PM The Mayor will speak about Northville’s History and role in the Underground Railroad. Register.
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Immigration Q & A – Green Cards and US Visas
Thursday, February 22 at 7 PM Come ask your questions relating to the immigration process and learn about the requirements and resources available with a local immigration attorney. Drop In.
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Citizenship 1:1 with Local Immigration Lawyer
Friday, February 23 at 12 PM Friday, February 23 at 12:30 PM Friday, February 23 at 1 PM Friday, February 23 at 1:30 PM Book a 30-min. appointment to learn about the naturalization process and the free resources available from the library.
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Winter Film Series – Till, 130 minutes, Rated PG-13
Monday, February 26 at 6:30 PM In 1955, after Emmett Till is murdered in a brutal lynching, his mother vows to expose the racism behind the attack while working to have those involved brought to justice. Drop In.
Read MoreThe Living Great Lakes via Zoom
Tuesday, February 27 at 7 PM Jerry Dennis’s The Living Great Lakes: Searching for the Heart of the Inland Seas was published in 2003 and has gone on to win many awards and to be a perennial best seller throughout the Great Lakes region. How have the lakes fared in 20 years? What has changed?…
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History of Negro League Baseball with Phil S. Dixon (Online)
Thursday, February 29 at 7 PM Author and baseball Historian Phil Dixon will discuss the Negro Leagues. Register.
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