10 Minute Parking Now Available at NPL

Upcoming Closures

Wednesday, November 23 at 5pm - Closing Early
Thursday, November 24 - Thanksgiving
Friday, November 25 - Closed
Friday, December 23 - Closed
Saturday, December 24 - Christmas Eve
Sunday, December 25 - Christmas Day
Friday, December 30 - Closed
Saturday, December 31 - New Year's Eve
Sunday, January 1 - New Year's Day

Important Updates

Election Day - Tuesday, November 8
Novi Library is Precinct 18 for the election. Polls are open 7am-8pm. The Library will be open 10am-9pm for regular services.

The Café will be open at 7am on Tuesday, November 8. Get 10% off one beverage if you vote at the Library or prove you voted with a sticker!

10 Minute Parking!
We're excited to announce the designation of six, 10-minute parking spots in the Library's parking lot. These spots can be used to quickly enter the building and drop off returns, pick up holds, or for guests waiting to pick up visitors of the Library, including students after school. These newly designated spaces will be located in the same row as the accessibility parking spaces facing the main doors.

Shake Up Your Holiday Tradition - Give Blood

NPL is hosting a Blood Drive in partnership with the American Red Cross, on Wednesday, November 23 from 9am-3pm. To schedule an appointment, please log onto redcrossblood.org (sponsor code: NoviLibrary) or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767. Come give for an exclusive Red Cross knit beanie (limited quantity)!

Indian Cultural Benefits & Contributions

On Tuesday, November 1 at 7pm, learn virtually about the innovations in science, mathematics, medicine, commerce, and economics, which continue to revolutionize our daily lives. Presenter Sunitha Grandlee will be live from India!
Register here to receive the Zoom link.

Cultural Story Time

Join us as we celebrate various heritages and cultures (AAPI, Latinx, Black, and more) on Sunday, November 13 at 1pm or 3pm. Featuring stories and an origami craft. Hosted by Dear Asian Youth Novi, this event is sure to be a blast. No registration required.

Novi Library Café

Monday-Friday, 10am-5pm

November weekly specials (valid until 2pm):

Week 1: Toasted three cheese sandwich and cup of soup for $8
Week 2: Cranberry apple chicken salad on croissant with a soda or water for $8
Week 3: Pizza with chips and a soda or water for $8
Week 4: Small hot chocolate with pastry for $5
Week 5: Chicken pesto sandwich with soda or water for $8

Soup is available daily! Inquire at the Café for availability.

Café sales directly benefit the Novi Community School District. We're so proud to partner with them and Chartwells to bring delicious, quality food and drinks to Library guests!

Start a New Chapter - No Fines for Late Returns

The Library is proud to be fine-free through June 2023! NPL is encouraging cardholders to return overdue items as quickly as possible. While there are still costs for lost or damaged materials, late fees on overdue items are gone until June 2023. Additionally, reducing the number of overdue and lost items helps the library stay fine-free in the future! Drop off your late items through our 24/7 return slot.

Upcoming Meetings

Friends of the Novi Library Meeting: Wed, Nov 9, 2pm - NPL Board Room
Novi Historical Commission Meeting: Wed, Nov 16, 7pm - Agenda
Library Board Meeting: Wed, Nov 16, 7pm - Agenda, Council Chambers

We're Hiring!

Want to join the Novi Library family? We're hiring positions in multiple departments! For more information and to apply, click here. Questions? Email our HR Specialist, Nicole Williams, at nwilliams@novilibrary.org.

Programs

Adult Programs

Cultural/International & ESL Programs
11/1: Indian Cultural Benefits & Contributions "Live from India" Innovations That Changed the World
11/3: Photography Club Virtual Meeting
11/5: Korean Lantern Making
11/7: Novi Mental Health Alliance Meeting
11/8: For the Health of It - Lung Cancer Prevention
11/9: Novi Game Night
11/12: Mid-Fall Concert with Cider & Donuts
11/14: PAASN Meeting - Parents of African American Students in Novi
11/17: Coffee with the Superintendent
11/28: Genealogy Research Assistance

Youth Programs

Tween & Teen Programs

Detroit Historical Society
Thursday, November 17, 7pm
Joel Stone returns to talk about researching his most recent book, 100 Years of the Detroit Historical Society. His book captures in words and photographs the little-known story of the people who have been telling Detroit's stories and preserving its material culture for the last century. Joel is now retired and serves as Curator Emeritus.
Register here.

Parent to Park Book Discussion with photo of Ben Mainka and cover of Thrivers book

Parent to Parent Book Discussion

Participate with NCSD Superintendent Benjamin Mainka in a parent book club on Wednesday, November 9 at 6:30pm. Read books that challenge, inspire, and help us as we work with our children and the students in our district. Engage with each other in meaningful conversations about the challenges of raising successful children and building successful schools. At registration, a copy of the current book will be provided. Limit 1 book per family. November's title: Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine
Click here for registration details.

Services

Free COVID Tests Available Thru Drive-Up Window Only

NPL has received a limited supply of free at-home COVID test kits in partnership with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).

They are available through the drive-up window only. No appointment is necessary. Test kits are available for pick-up during regular library hours of operation. There is a limit of one (1) test kit per car. Each kit holds two tests, one to be taken immediately and the second to be taken 24-36 hours after the first test is taken.

Questions? Please contact the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services COVID Hotline at 888-535-6136 or email COVID19@michigan.gov.

Drop-In Notarization Services

The Library has partnered with Kace Mobile Notary to provide drop-in notarization services on Friday, November 18 from 1-4pm. Fees range from $10 and up, depending on the number of documents and type. Cash, check or Zelle accepted. *Note: Drop-In Notarization will now be available on the 3rd Friday of each month.*

To get a quote, contact Kace Mobile Notary at 248-313-8232 or email kacemobilenotary@gmail.com.

Get Materials-by-Mail with NPL @ Your Door

If you are unable to come to the Library due to accessibility, illness, or other reasons, NPL can mail materials to your home in a new program called NPL @ Your Door. Receive books, audiobooks, DVDs, and BluRays for all ages, and NPL will pay for the postage for you to mail them back to the Library once you are done with them.

Signing up for NPL @ Your Door is easy! All you need is a valid Novi library card in good standing, be 18 years or older, and be a resident of Novi. Contact our Support Services Outreach Team by calling 248-869-7205 or send an email to nplayd@novilibrary.org. Click here for more information.

Feeling Overwhelmed? Novi Community Coalition is Here For You

Connect with the Community Support Coordinator at the Novi Library, by appointment only, Thursdays from 10am-3pm.

Assistance is free and confidential. Call or text 248-378-9899 to schedule an appointment. Service is for Oakland County residents only.

iCube Makerspace

New to the iCube - Adobe Creative Cloud Computers
A huge thank you to the Friends of Novi Library for supporting our iCube Makerspace and purchasing two robust computers that will allow guests to use Adobe Creative Cloud with ease! These workstations are available to use during open library hours. Contact the iCube Team with questions at icube@novilibrary.org.
Click here to view additional iCube equipment.

Community Info

City of Novi Events

Smart DriverTEK℠ - Get Smart About New Vehicle Technology
Thu, Nov. 3, 10-11:30am
In this in-person 90-minute, interactive workshop, drivers will learn all about blind-spot warning systems, forward collision warnings, smart headlights and more.
Register here.

Veterans Day Celebration
Thu, Nov. 10, 11:30am
Join them for a USO-style luncheon featuring musical performances by local musicians. Registration deadline: November 1 or when sold out.
Register here.

Winter, Wine & Whimsy Movie Matinee: White Christmas
Fri, Nov 18, 3pm
After the movie, shop the holiday market!
Register by calling 248-347-0414. Free for ages 55+.

Lakeshore Lending Library Is Open All Year!

Lakeshore Lending Library is open dawn through dusk all 12 months of the year...even during holidays! Visiting Lakeshore Park to take a chilly stroll? Bring your library card and check out a book or movie while you're there!

TALK - Text and Learn for Kindergarten

Do you have a child who is under 6? Sign up for TALK: Text and Learn for Kindergarten to receive two texts a week with brain-building activities and early literacy ideas specific to your child's age. Text TALK to 75547, or visit texttolearn.com for more information.

New Programs in January!

Our new Adult Book Discussion Groups are coming in the New Year!

Afternoon Read: Tue, Jan 10, 1pm
Location: Board Room
A Novel Idea: Mon, Jan 23, 7pm
Location: Primanti Bros, Novi

For more information, contact Rae at rmanela@novilibrary.org.

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