Beyond Books
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Dream Big!
Summer and reading go hand-in-hand, especially at the Novi Public Library. We encourage all adults, teens, tweens, and youth to join this year’s Summer Reading Games as we stretch our imaginations to the limit and “Dream Big”.
As always, our Summer Reading Games are designed to encourage kids of all ages to read, but this year’s Games are bigger and better than ever! Beginning Monday, June 18, and continuing until Saturday, August 4, come into the Library or visit www.novilibrary.org to sign up for any of the Summer Reading Games. Track the time you spend reading and visit the Library to collect prizes, check out books, and attend fantastic programs! Thanks to our friends at Paradise Park, the Library is also inviting those completing the Summer Reading Games in grades K-12 to parties featuring free games, laser tag, and food right at Paradise Park! We hope to see everyone reading, learning, and enjoying big dreams this summer at the Library!
We sincerely appreciate the Friends of the Novi Public Library for their ongoing support of the Library’s Summer Reading Programs.
 WHAT'S
NEW |
2ND ANNUAL BOOK IT! FUNDRAISER:
FRIDAY APRIL 27, 7-10PM!
Walk the red carpet and enjoy the glamour of show business! Hollywood Nights is this year’s fundraiser theme and supports the Library’s Multimedia Collections (DVDs, Blu-ray, and Video Gaming). Enjoy an evening of shopping, sipping, and sampling for a donation of $20 per individual or $35 per couple. See the library website for more details.
Clothing Drive: May 14-19
Help the Library’s Teen Advisory Board (TAB) and local High School Interact Club Members give back to the community. Simply clean out your closets and drop off any gently used, laundered articles of clothing into the donation box in the Library’s outer lobby during regular business hours. The Church of the Holy Family will help distribute the clothing to those in need within the community.
What do You Geek?
How does your Library celebrate your individual interests and passions? Join the Library staff, Board Members, Friends Board Members, and Teen Advisory Board Members as we march in the Memorial Day parade on May 28 to find out more - or - stop by our table after the parade to tell us what you geek!
Happy Birthday!
Celebrate the Library’s second anniversary in its new facility on June 1 with a special birthday themed Story Time. Our sincere thanks to our community in reaching this milestone!
Free passes are here!
Free “one-day” Park and Read passes into Michigan State Parks or the Michigan Historical Museum in Lansing, are available for checkout at the Library. The Library will also offer Detroit Museum Adventure Passes (MAP) again. This year’s MAP program is on-line, enabling library card holders to print their own tickets for free or discounted admissions to a variety of cultural attractions. Both programs run from May through September. See www.novilibrary.org for more information.
Treat Yourself…
…at the Read-A-Latte Café this summer with new grilled Panini sandwiches and specialty drinks like Tiger Tonic, root beer floats, and Fanta of the Opera. Stop in and see why the café was nominated as one of the best by WDIV!
NEW@THE LIBRARY
Come see the new historical display case located on the first floor of the Library. This case was purchased with monies donated on behalf of Hugh and Kathy Crawford, longtime residents of Novi and strong supporters of Novi’s history. Every four months the display case will feature a new theme. For the months of May-August, the theme is “Novi – Then and Now”. If you have any information or artifacts you would consider donating or loaning for the display case, please contact Library Historian, Kathy Mutch at 248.224.4211 or novihistory@novilibrary.org.
BOOK CHATS
The Library is proud to partner with our Novi schools to offer fantastic guest hosts to facilitate book discussions for Grades K-12 on July 19 and August 14. This is another great way to enjoy reading over the summer. Detailed information will be sent home from the schools in June and at www.novilibrary.org .
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DONATIONS
/ MEMORIALS |
We gratefully acknowledge those who have contributed
to the Novi Public Library. Thank you for your support!
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William Abanatha |
Daisy and David Jolley, in memory of Carol Davio |
| LIBRARY BOARD MEETINGS |
Board meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Apr 18 | Wed | 7-9pm | 18+ |
| May 16 | Wed | 7-9pm | 18+ |
| Jun 20 | Wed | 7-9pm | 18+ |
| Jul 18 | Wed | 7-9pm | 18+ |
| Aug 15 | Wed | 7-9pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Novi Civic Center - Council Chambers
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HISTORICAL COMMISSION |
Office Hours
Meet members of the Novi Historical Commission, tour the Local History Room, and receive research assistance on the first and third Mondays of each month.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Apr 16 | Mon | 12-2pm | 18+ |
| May 7, 21 | Mon | 12-2pm | 18+ |
| Jun 4, 18 | Mon | 12-2pm | 18+ |
| Jul 2, 16 | Mon | 12-2pm | 18+ |
| Aug 6, 20 | Mon | 12-2pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Local History Room
Historical Commission Board Meetings
Meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of each month.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Apr 25 | Wed | 6:30-8:30pm | 18+ |
| May 23 | Wed | 6:30-8:30pm | 18+ |
| Jun 27 | Wed | 6:30-8:30pm | 18+ |
| July 25 | Wed | 6:30-8:30pm | 18+ |
| Aug 22 | Wed | 6:30-8:30pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Local History Room
The Erie Canal – The Ditch That Built Novi
Al Smitley, retired local librarian, explains the building of the Erie Canal and its effects on the settling of Michigan, especially the Novi area. The program will also include a few songs of the period, as Al plays his 1840 replica banjo.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 1 | Tue | 7-8pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Board Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
Novi Heritage Festival
The Novi Historical Commission, City of Novi, Novi Public Library, and Tollgate volunteers team up to present this family friendly event featuring demonstrations of beekeeping, sheep herding, and other heritage crafts. Enjoy music, puppet shows, food, hay rides, and fishing in the Tollgate pond (all equipment provided). Stop by the Library’s table to say “Hi” and make a special craft!
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Jun 16 | Sat | 10am-3pm | All |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: MSU Tollgate Education Center
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FRIENDS OF THE
NOVI LIBRARY |
Join the FriendsEver since there has been a Novi Public Library, there has
been a Friends organization lending support and promoting the
welfare of the Library. Membership is open to anyone in the
community who believes that a good Library is vital to our
community as a learning and cultural center. Please send
completed form and payment to: Friends of the Novi Public
Library, 45255 W. Ten Mile Road, Novi, MI 48375
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FRIENDS BOOK NOOK STORE
Used books at great prices! Volunteers are always welcome. Email us at friends@novilibrary.org for more information.
Hours:
Mon 12-6pm
Wed 12-6pm
Thu 11-8pm
Sat 12-4pm
WALKING WITH FRIENDS
Join the Friends as we march in the Novi Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 28, 2012!
Board Meetings
Board meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month. Join and make some new Friends! Please note that the May 30 meeting is the Annual Board Meeting.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 30 | Wed | 7-8:45pm | 18+ |
| Jun 13 | Wed | 7-8:45pm | 18+ |
| Jul 11 | Wed | 7-8:45pm | 18+ |
| Aug 8 | Wed | 7-8:45pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Board Room
Friendraiser
Enjoy our beautiful patio and listen to the Marion Hayden Trio, members of a nationally acclaimed jazz band. If you are already a Friend, tickets are complimentary when you bring a “New Friend”.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Jun 8 | Fri | 7-9pm | 21+ |
Price: Free with Friends membership or join when you arrive.
Contact friends@novilibrary.org for more information.
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Library Patio
Registration Ends: Jun 1
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BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPS |
MONDAY EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION
Enjoy meeting your Novi neighbors to discuss fiction, non-fiction, classics, and contemporary novels.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 7 | Mon | 7-8pm | 18+ |
| The Submission by Amy Waldman | |||
| Jun 4 | Mon | 7-8pm | 18+ |
| The Memory Chalet by Tony Judt | |||
| Jul 2 | Mon | 7-8pm | 18+ |
| My New American Life by Francine Prose | |||
| Aug 6 | Mon | 7-8pm | 18+ |
| Rin Tin Tin: The Life and the Legend by Susan Orlean | |||
Price: Free Community Event
Registration: No Registration
Location: Board Room
BOOKED FOR LUNCH – AFTERNOON BOOK DISCUSSION
Bring your lunch, we’ll provide the beverage, while we all enjoy a thoughtful book discussion.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 9 | Wed | 12-1pm | 18+ |
| Dreams of Joy by Lisa See | |||
| Jun 13 | Wed | 12-1pm | 18+ |
| Remarkable Creatures by Tracy Chevalier | |||
| Jul 11 | Wed | 12-1pm | 18+ |
| The Devil in Pew Number Seven by Rebecca Nichols Alonzo | |||
| Aug 8 | Wed | 12-1pm | 18+ |
| The Magic Room by Jeffrey Zaslow | |||
Price: Free Community Event
Registration: No Registration
Location: Board Room
3RD TUESDAY BOOK DISCUSSION
Join this book discussion group led by members of the Novi Community. It’s a wonderful way to read good books and make new friends. Note: This program will resume in September.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Apr 17 | Tue | 7-8pm | 18+ |
| Angry Housewives Eating Bon Bons by Lorna Landvik | |||
| May 15 | Tue | 7-8pm | 18+ |
| State of Wonder by Ann Patchett | |||
Price: Free Community Event
Registration: No Registration
Location: Board Room
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ADULT
CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND BUSINESS PROGRAMS
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INVESTOR EDUCATION IN YOUR COMMUNITYThe following programs are made possible with funding from the Investor Protection Trust in Washington D.C., through the Michigan Office of Financial and Insurance Regulation. HOW TO INVEST IN A COMPLEX AND AGENDA-DRIVEN WORLDThis distinctive “how to” presentation brings plain-English instruction on the principles, process, tools, and tactics used to structure a purposeful and well-diversified portfolio. Also, learn to actively structure a “real world” portfolio based upon a specific set of criteria.
Price: Free Community Event Registration Begins: Dec 12 Location: Whole Meeting Room Registration Ends: When Program is Filled |
REFERENCE USA TRAINING
RefUSA is a business directory database offered through the Novi Public Library containing current information on more than 14 million US businesses and an excellent resource for Novi business people and residents. Learn how to generate lists of potential customers, find suppliers, look up credit ratings, find local businesses, generate a list of potential employers, and more.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Apr 26 | Thu | 7-8pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Dec 12, Limited to 24 Attendees
Location: Computer Lab
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
INVESTING FUNDAMENTALS: IT’S AS EASY AS 1-2-3
Obtain an introductory-level overview of the more popular elements of financial markets: exchanges, primary and secondary markets, stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Also learn how to avoid common investing pitfalls.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 3 | Thu | 7-8:30pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Whole Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
JOB-SEEKERS TOOL BOX
Discover various databases that help job-seekers research potential employers and develop great resumes, as well as government websites specifically designed for job-seekers.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 24 | Thu | 7-8:30pm | 18+ |
| Aug 14 | Tue | 1-2:30pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Computer Lab
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
Real Estate Reality: Short Sales and Foreclosures
The residential real estate market has fundamentally changed since the economic downturn in 2009. Learn how short sales and foreclosures impact the local real estate market. Presented by Joy Montgomery, Realtor with Keller-Williams Northville.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Jun 7 | Thu | 7-8pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: East Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
How to Select or Evaluate Your Financial Services Provider
Gain the confidence to effectively evaluate your options and learn the 15 critical questions to ask any financial services provider about themselves, their business, and their investment recommendations. Presented by Investor Education In Your Community.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Jun 21 | Thu | 7-8:30 pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Whole Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
Make Your Resume Work For You
Make your résumé stand out with this workshop covering résumé styles, formats, do’s and don’ts, and employment resources from the Library.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Jun 28 | Thu | 7-8pm | 18+ |
| Jul 14 | Thu | 7-8pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Meeting Room West
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
ENTREPRENEURSHIP DATABASE WEBINAR
This live training webinar will introduce users to the ProQuest database which includes annual reports, market research collections, and more. It will also cover start-up tools such as guides, how-to books, and templates to help jumpstart the entrepreneurial process.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Jul 17 | Tue | 7-8pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Remote - WEBINAR
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
How to Manage Your Debt While Investing In Your Future
Is it better to pay off debt, invest in the future, or a combination of the two? Learn useful strategies for increasing the “assets” side of your household balance sheet while reducing the “liabilities” side. Presented by Investor Education In Your Community.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Aug 23 | Thu | 7-8:30 pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Whole Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
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ADULT
ENGLISH AS A SECOND (ESL) PROGRAMS
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ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP
Make friends while you practice your English pronunciation and conversation skills. All levels welcome. Program will reconvene in the fall.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Apr 17, 24 | Tue | 1-2pm | 18+ |
| May 8, 15, 22 | Tue | 1-2pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Sherrill Berman Activity Room
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ADULT PROGRAMS |
AARP LISTENS TO MICHIGAN: THE NEW HEALTHCARE LAW AND THE FUTURE OF REFORM
Andy Farmer, AARP’s Assistant Director for Health and Wellness for the State of Michigan, will be leading this community conversation on the progress and unfinished business of healthcare reform in America. Let your own voice be heard by AARP as we move forward together with solid facts.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Apr 17 | Tue | 4-6pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Dec 12
Location: Whole Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
Between the Covers: Adult Summer Reading Program
Ever start reading a book that is so good that you cannot put it down? With our Adult Summer Reading Program, you can put that obsession to good use to earn a gift card to an area business and be entered into a weekly drawing to win some really fantastic books! Sign up for this program online or in the Library starting June 20.
OAKLAND LIVINGSTON HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY (OLHSA) AT THE LIBRARY
Drop in to meet with an OLHSA staff member
at the Library. OLHSA, offers a variety of
programs to assist individuals and families
across the life span. For more information,
visit olhsa.org.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 | Tue | 11am-1pm | 18+ |
| Jun 5, 12, 19, 26 | Tue | 11am-1pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Second Floor Meeting Room
KNIT 2GETHER KNITTING CIRCLE
If you love knitting or any of the related handcrafts, this just might be your cup of tea. Participants gather to enjoy their crafts, at all skill levels.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Apr 19, 26 | Thu | 10-11:30am | 18+ |
| May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 | Thu | 10-11:30am | 18+ |
| Jun 7, 14, 21, 28 | Thu | 10-11:30am | 18+ |
| Jul 5, 12, 19, 26 | Thu | 10-11:30am | 18+ |
| Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | Thu | 10-11:30am | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Board Room
Savvy Social Security Planning
Discover what baby boomers need to know to maximize their retirement income. All attendees will receive a free boomer’s guide to optimize social security benefits. We are partnering with Sigma Financial Corporation of Novi for this program.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 10 | Thu | 1-2:30pm or 6:30-8pm | 18+ |
| Jun 5 | Tue | 1-2:30pm or 6:30-8pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: West Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
E-Reader Sampler
Have an eReader and want to download free library books onto it? Come to this fun workshop to learn all about eBooks and eReaders – where you can see, touch, and interact with several types of devices.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 14 | Mon | 7-8pm | 18+ |
| Jun 13 | Wed | 10:30-11:30am | 18+ |
| Jul 9 | Mon | 7-8pm | 18+ |
| Aug 1 | Wed | 10:30-11:30am | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: West Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
Creating Japanese Crafts and Haiku
In recognition of “New Blooms in Novi” and in partnership with the City of Novi and Novi Community School District, construct Japanese crafts and compose beautiful Haiku poetry.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 17 | Thu | 4-8pm | All |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Whole Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
CHINESE LANGUAGE CONVERSATION GROUP
Want to sharpen your Chinese? Then this conversation group is a great way to start! If interested in starting a language conversation group at the Library, please contact Maureen Simari at 248.349.0720 ext. 7269.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 21 | Mon | 7–8:30pm | 16+ |
| Jun 18 | Mon | 7–8:30pm | 16+ |
| Jul 23 | Mon | 7–8:30pm | 16+ |
| Aug 20 | Mon | 7–8:30pm | 16+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Board Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
Scentsational Herb Garden Containers
Paula Kraus, Master Gardener and guest columnist at earthengarden.com, will introduce a variety of culinary/ scented herbs and discuss container garden materials, tips, and design elements. She will also assemble a container garden to be raffled off at the program.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 23 | Wed | 7-8pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Whole Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
NOVI WRITERS’ GROUP
Writers’ Groups can be a great way to make connections in the writing and publishing world and to get critiques that improve your skills as a writer. Join this inspirational environment where you can create and share ideas. Facilitated by local writer, Kathy Mutch.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Apr 28 | Sat | 10am-12pm | 18+ |
| May 26 | Sat | 10am-12pm | 18+ |
| Jun 23 | Sat | 10am-12pm | 18+ |
| Jul 28 | Sat | 10am-12pm | 18+ |
| Aug 25 | Sat | 10am-12pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Board Room
AMERICAN RED CROSS SUMMER BLOOD DRIVE
Each day our local Red Cross must collect up to 800 pints of blood to meet the needs of hospital patients in our community. You can help by donating blood at the Library.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Jun 18 | Mon | 12:30-6pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9 by Calling 313.549.7052, Walk-In’s are Welcome When Possible
Location: Whole Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
Healthy Grilling of Seasonal Vegetables
Mary Spencer, local chef, will demonstrate how to get maximum flavor from farmers markets and gardens. Sample delightful dishes and enjoy a variety of recipes, so you can grill your own feasts at home. Vegetables provided by Novi’s Farmers Market, which meets Saturdays at Fuerst Park
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Jul 16 | Mon | 7-8:30pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Patio/Meeting Room in Inclement Weather
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
MUSIC ON THE PATIO WITH SHEILA LANDIS AND RICK MATLE
This fantastic duo will warm your hearts with their strong sense of melody and rhythm mixing jazz “scat” singing, percussion-driven Brazilian sounds, plus a swinging Ella Fitzgerald Tribute.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Aug 1 | Wed | 1:30–2:30pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Patio/Whole Meeting Room in Inclement Weather
Scrapbook for a Cause– August 4th
(9am- Midnight)
Get your paper, stickers, and cardstock ready - the Library is hosting 15 hours of scrapbooking fun with Creative Memories consultant Mary Gantt. Lunch, dinner, refreshments, and snacks will be provided. Door prizes and demonstrations will also be available! All proceeds go to support future Library programming events.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Aug 4 | Sat | 9am -12am | 18+ |
Price: 1 Scrapper-$50 (Enjoy a 6 Foot Table),
2 Scrappers-$40 (Share a 6 Foot Table)
Registration Begins: Apr 9, Call 248.869.7204 to Register
Location: Whole Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
BE A SHUTTER BUG WITH PICASA
Capturing photos with a digital camera is the easy part. Editing, organizing, captioning, and sharing them takes work. Learn about Google’s free photo editing software, Picasa, and take the headache out of managing your photos.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Aug 13 | Mon | 7-8:30pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Computer Lab
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
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ADULT
COMPUTER PROGRAMS |
TECH TIME
One-on-one tutoring with either a librarian or a computer tech on a topic of your choice. Investigating your family tree? Microsoft Word have you stumped? We have the tools to help.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Apr 26 | Thu | 1-1:15pm | All |
| May 3, 17 | Thu | 11-11:15am | All |
| May 8, 22 | Tue | 7-7:15pm | All |
| Jun 7, 21 | Thu | 11-11:15am | All |
| Jun 12, 26 | Tue | 7-7:15pm | All |
| Jul 5, 19 | Thu | 11-11:15am | All |
| Jul 10, 24 | Tue | 7-7:15pm | All |
| Aug 2, 16 | Thu | 11-11:15am | All |
| Apr 7, 21 | Tue | 7-7:15pm | All |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Second Floor Information Desk
Registration Ends: 3 Days Prior to Appointment
TRANSFERRING VHS TO DVD
Learn how to transfer your VHS tapes onto a DVD using the Library’s Creation Station. This presentation will walk you through the process step-by-step so you can transfer home videos from tape to disc. THIS IS NOT A HANDS-ON WORKSHOP. You will not be transferring VHS to DVD during this class. Participants should have basic keyboarding and mouse skills.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Apr 18 | Wed | 1-2pm | All |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Dec 12
Location: Computer Lab
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
INTERNET INSTRUCTION
This session provides personal instruction by a librarian on Internet basics such as navigating the task bar, searching with known addresses, and keyword searching.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 9 | Wed | 10:30am-11am | 55+ |
| Jun 13 | Wed | 10:30am-11am | 55+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Computer Lab
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
WORD BASICS
Learn the basics of creating, modifying, and saving documents in this hands-on workshop.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 12 | Sat | 10:30am-12pm | 18+ |
| Jul 7 | Sat | 1-2:30pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Computer Lab
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
EXCEL BASICS
Learn how to create, modify, and save spreadsheets in this hands-on workshop.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 12 | Sat | 1-2:30pm | 18+ |
| Jul 7 | Sat | 10:30am-12pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Computer Lab
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
E-MAIL INSTRUCTION
This session provides personal instruction by a librarian on e-mail basics such as how to create an e-mail account and how to type and send a message.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Apr 18 | Wed | 10:30-11am | 55+ |
| Apr 18 | Wed | 11-11:30am | 55+ |
| May 16 | Wed | 10:30-11am | 55+ |
| Jun 20 | Wed | 10:30-11am | 55+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Computer Lab
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
POWERPOINT BASICS
Learn how to create dynamic visual presentations by selecting suitable design layouts, inserting text and images, and using animation to enhance your slideshow.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Jun 9 | Sat | 10:30am-12pm | 18+ |
| Aug 18 | Sat | 10:30am-12pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Computer Lab
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
INTERMEDIATE WORD
Take your basic skills to the next level in this hands-on workshop.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Jun 9 | Sat | 1-2:30pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Computer Lab
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
INTERMEDIATE EXCEL
Take your basic skills to the next level in this hands-on workshop.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Aug 18 | Sat | 1-2:30pm | 18+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Computer Lab
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
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TWEEN AND TEEN PROGRAMS |
ANIMANGA CLUB
Join us as we discuss anime, talk about manga, and/or do some drawing of our own and generally have some fan-dom fun. Snacks provided!
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| May 2 | Wed | 7-8pm | 5-12 |
| Jun 20 | Wed | 7-8pm | 5-12 |
| Jul 18 | Wed | 7-8pm | 5-12 |
| Aug 15 | Wed | 7-8pm | 5-12 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: West Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
HIGH SCHOOL OPEN STUDY
High-schoolers are welcome to study for upcoming AP and Final Exams in the Library Meeting Room.
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| May 7 | Mon | 2-5pm | 9-12 |
| May 8 | Tue | 2-5pm | 9-12 |
| Jun 11 | Mon | 2-5pm | 9-12 |
| Jun 12 | Tue | 2-5pm | 9-12 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Whole Meeting Room
WRITE YOUR WAY TO COLLEGE ADMISSIONS-ESSAY WRITING WORK SHOP
Good grades and test scores might not be enough to get into the school of your dreams, but you can “wow” admissions officers with a strong application essay. Parents and students, join Wow Writing Workshop for a lively discussion about prompts, voice, choosing a topic, and more. Participants will receive a free eBook, Wow them With Your College Essay.
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| May 9 | Wed | 7-8:30pm | 9-12 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Sherrill Berman Activity Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
Teen Advisory Board
Join the TAB as we create and plan programs
for teens at the Library. Meeting attendance
will count as volunteer time.
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| May 18 | Fri | 3:15-4:15pm | 9-12 |
| Aug 24 | Fri | 3:15-4:15pm | 9-12 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Whole Meeting Room
OWN THE NIGHT: TEEN SUMMER READING GAME
Beginning Monday, June 18 and continuing until Saturday, August 4, come into the Library or go online to sign up for our Summer Reading Game. This year’s theme is “Own the Night” for tweens and teens going into grades 5-12. Finish 25 hours of reading and you’ll be entered 5 times into our grand prize drawing. See novilibrary.org and our Summer Reading brochures available in the Library beginning June 1, for more details.
TEEN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Interested in volunteering? The Youth & Teen Services Departments are looking for students going into grades 7-12 to assist with the Summer Reading Program. Volunteers are asked to work two hour shifts once a week for at least three weeks of the program (Jun 18-Aug 4). Applications to volunteer will be available online and in the Library beginning May 1.
SUMMER READING PROGRAM TEEN VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION
This is a required orientation meeting for teens who have already submitted applications to be volunteers for the Summer Reading Program. Teens only need to attend ONE of the two dates. Assignments will be given out at these meetings.
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| Jun 4 | Mon | 4:30-6pm | 7-12 |
| Jun 6 | Wed | 4:30-6pm | 7-12 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Whole Meeting Room
TIE DYE
Celebrate the beginning of Summer Reading Program with our annual Tie Dye event! PLEASE bring a pre-washed, 100% cotton T-shirt to the Library for our bash.
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| Jun 19 | Tue | 3–4pm | 5-12 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Sherrill Berman Activity Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
FELT FLOWER POWER
Create your own designs with felt and buttons. Flower pins or clips dress up any outfit and are perfect for summer!
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| Jun 26 | Tue | 2–3pm | 5-12 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Sherrill Berman Activity Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
HOT SUMMER FLICK
Cool off at the Library with a recent DVD release on our big screen. Check the Library website for the specific title after June 1st.
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| Jul 3 | Tue | 3–5pm | 5-12 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Whole Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
JOEL TACEY’S NIGHTMARES UP CLOSE
Complete with a hands-on collection of gruesome artifacts, this program explores facts and myths surrounding nightmarish, real-world tales. Play an active role examining the artifacts as terrifying stories are told surrounding the Titanic, African Shrunken Heads, and more…and it all ends with a mysterious, scary, and spine-tingling twist.
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| Jul 10 | Tue | 7–8pm | 5-12 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Whole Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
TEEN MINUTE TO WIN IT – NPL EDITION !
Complete all sorts of wacky tasks! Come play
the NPL’s version of this hit game show.
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| Jul 17 | Tue | 2–4pm | 5-12 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Whole Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
OWN THE NIGHT GLOW PARTY !
Light up the night with cool crafts, games, and fun … in the dark!
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| Jul 24 | Tue | 7–8pm | 5-12 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Whole Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
TEEN SUMMER FINALE : PARADISE PARK !
Finish the Summer Reading Game and get an exclusive invitation to a fun time at Paradise Park. Thanks to our friends at Paradise Park you can enjoy free games, laser tag, and food.
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| Jul 31 | Tue | 3–4:30pm | 5-12 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Paradise Park, 45799 Grand River Avenue,
Novi, MI 48374
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
ACT/SAT Test Prep Information
Let us help you to tap into ACT/SAT Test Prep Information, as we demonstrate free databases and information you can use at home to prepare for your big exams! Mike Shecket, owner of Huge Head Test Prep, will help prepare students for standardized tests including ACT, SAT, GMAT, LSAT, and GRE.
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| Aug 16 | Thu | 7–8:30pm | 7-12 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Computer Lab
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
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YOUTH
STORY TIME |
INTERNATIONAL STORY TIME
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Babies and their parent/caregivers will be introduced to engaging stories, rhymes, songs, finger plays, and other activities to promote early literacy and socialization.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Apr 16,
23, 30 |
Mon | 10:15-10:45am | Birth-12 months |
| May 7, 14 | Mon | 10:15-10:45am | Birth-12 months |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Day of the Event, Limited to the
First 40 Attendees
Location: Youth Story Time Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
TOT TIME
Tots and their parent/caregivers will be introduced to a wide variety of fun stories, finger plays, songs, and other activities that can be practiced at home to promote early literacy.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
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April 16, 23, 30 May 7, 14 |
Mon | 11:15-11:45am | 12-23 months |
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April 17, 24 May 1, 8, 15 |
Tue | 10:15-10:45am | 12-23 months |
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April 20, 27 May 4, 11, 18 |
Fri | 10:15-10:45am | 12-23 months |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Day of the Event, Limited to the First
40 Attendees
Location: Youth Story Time Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
TWO OF US
Toddlers and their parent/caregivers participate together with stories, tunes, and action rhymes as they are introduced to books and interacting with others.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
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April 18, 25 May 2, 9, 16 |
Wed | 11:15-11:45am | 2 years |
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April 20, 27 May 4, 11, 18 |
Fri | 11:15-11:45am | 2 years |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Day of the Event, Limited to the First
40 Attendees
Location: Youth Story Time Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
THREE'S COMPANY
Youngsters and their parent/caregivers will share literature mixed with amusing finger plays and melodies.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
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April 17, 24 May 1, 8, 15 |
Tue | 11:15-11:45am | 3 years |
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April 18, 25 May 2, 9, 16 |
Wed | 10:15-10:45am | 3 years |
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April 19, 26 May 3, 10, 17 |
Thu | 11:15-11:45am | 3 years |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Day of the Event, Limited to the First
40 Attendees
Location: Youth Story Time Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
ON MY OWN
Designed to promote a love of reading, this program consists of stories, songs, conversation, and kid fun. Youngsters attend the program without an escort. Parents/caregivers must remain in the Library during the program.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
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April 17, 24 May 1, 8, 15 |
Tue | 2-2:30pm | 4-5 years |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Day of the Event, Limited to the First
40 Attendees
Location: Youth Story Time Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
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YOUTH
PROGRAMS |
LOVE THOSE SERIES NIGHT!
Have fun with some popular chapter book series! Play games, do a craft, and sample a snack related to these series: Magic Tree House, The Boxcar Children, Rainbow Magic, and American/Michigan Chillers. There’ll be something for everyone!
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| Apr 24 | Tue | 7-8pm | 2-4 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration begins Dec 12
Location: Whole Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
Playgroups
Have a play date at the Library! Meet some new friends as we play together. Toys and coloring pages will be provided.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 3-May17 | Thu | 1:30-2:30pm | Preschool |
| Jun 25-Jul 30 | Mon | 10:15am-12pm | Preschool |
| Jun 27-Aug 1 | Wed | 10:15am-12pm | Preschool |
| Jun 29-Aug 3 | Fri | 10:15am-12pm | Preschool |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Sherrill Berman Activity Room
Kiddie Crafts
Children will have the opportunity to create a work of art using their imaginations and the supplies that we will provide. Each child must be accompanied by an adult helper, and we may get messy so please dress accordingly.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 5 | Sat | 10:30-11am | 18 months-4 years |
| Jun 2 | Sat | 11-11:30am | 18 months-4 years |
| Jul 14 | Sat | 10:30-11am | 18 months-4 years |
| Aug 11 | Sat | 10:30-11am | 18 months-4 years |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9, Limited to the First 25 Registrants
Location: Sherrill Berman Activity Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
Snack Tales
Listen to great stories and make a treat to eat!
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| May 7 | Mon | 7-7:45pm | K-4 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Sherrill Berman Activity Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
Starlight Story Time
Come in your pajamas and bring along a blanket or stuffed friend. We will combine stories, music, and fun for a special bedtime treat.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 8 | Tue | 7-7:30pm | Preschool |
| Jun 12 | Tue | 7-7:30pm | Preschool |
| Jul 10 | Tue | 7-7:30pm | Preschool |
| Aug 14 | Tue | 7-7:30pm | Preschool |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Youth Story Time Room
Musical Instrument Petting Zoo
Before the family concert at the Novi High School, stop by the Library for the opportunity to touch, learn, and try out a variety of musical instruments!
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 20 | Sun | 1:30-2:45pm | All |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Whole Meeting Room
Family Concert
Alongside the new Listen @ The Library series, the Chamber Music Society of Detroit and PNC Bank present a family concert featuring Windscape, one of the nation’s foremost wind quintets.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 20 | Sun | 3pm | All |
Price: Students-$5, Adults-$10, Tickets available at
www.ComeHearCMSD.org/familyconcerts or by calling CSMD Box Office at 248.855.6070
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Novi High School
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
LEGO CLUB
Join us for Lego show-and-tell and building activities. We supply the Legos, you supply the imagination.
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| Apr 30 | Mon | 6-6:45pm | K-4 |
| May 21 | Mon | 6-6:45pm | K-4 |
| Jun 25 | Mon | 6-6:45pm | K-4 |
| Jul 9, 23 | Mon | 6-6:45pm | K-4 |
| Aug 27 | Mon | 6-6:45pm | K-4 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Sherrill Berman Activity Room
MATH 101
Classification, patterning, and numeration are big words for a little person. Help your preschooler learn about these terms in a hands-on workshop for parents and children together. Participants will practice simple math activities they can do at home to encourage the joy of math.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 23 | Wed | 10:30-11:30am | Preschool |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: West Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
SCIENCE 101
It is widely known that young children learn science best by direct hands-on learning. Parents and children practice some very simple science experiments that allow preschoolers to make their own discoveries.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| May 30 | Wed | 10:30-11:30am | Preschool |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: West Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
Happy Birthday Story Time
Help us celebrate the 2nd birthday of our new library building! Be ready to sing a round of “Happy Birthday” with us at this special story time session.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Jun 1 | Fri | 10:30-11am | Preschool |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: West Meeting Room
ART 101
Working with a wide variety of materials, parents will support children to express themselves creatively while experimenting with color, shape, and texture, developing small muscle skills, and refining eye-hand coordination.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Jun 6 | Wed | 10:30-11:30am | Preschool |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9 Location: West Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
Dream Big: Summer Reading Game
Beginning Monday, June 18 and continuing until Saturday, August 4, go online or come into the Library to sign up for our Summer Reading Game. This year we will sponsor two separate games:
- “Read to Me” for children under kindergarten age
- “Dream Big” for children going into grades K-4
Using our web site, you will keep track of the time reading/being read to. Teen volunteers will be on hand to assist you with the registration process and the prize redemption. Additional information may be found in the Summer Reading Program brochures distributed in the schools in May, at www.novilibrary.org , and at the Library.
SUMMER READING PROGRAM ENTERTAINMENT
Join us to celebrate the possibilities of
life found in books and in real life with
this year’s theme, “Dream Big.” Our
programs are guaranteed to delight!
| Date | Day | Time | Grades | Activity |
| Jun 21 | Thu | 1-2pm | K+ | Get Crafty: Design Your Own Dream Catchers |
| Jun 28 | Thu | 11am-12pm | K+ | Get Excited About Science with Steve Belliveau |
| Jun 30 | Sat | 11 am-12pm | K+ | Get Crafty: All-American Crafts |
| Jul 5 | Thu | 1- 3pm | K+ | Summer Movie Spectacular |
| Jul 11 | Wed | 7-8 pm | All | Get Crafty: Starry Spectaculars |
| Jul 12 | Thu | 11am -12pm | All | Get Crafty: Starry Spectaculars |
| Jul 19 | Thu | 11am-12pm | All | Baffling Bill the Magician |
| Jul 21 | Sat | 11-11:30am | Preschool | Super Summer Story Time |
| Jul 25 | Wed | 7-8:30pm | K+ | Camp Out Movie Night: Bring Your Sleeping Bag/Pillow! |
| Jul 26 | Thu | 2-3:30pm | K+ | Wacky Olympics |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration,
except for Jul 26 Wacky Olympics Performance
Location: Whole Meeting Room
Tremendous Tuesdays
In partnership with Novi Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Services, the Library invites you to bring your blanket, family, and friends to celebrate summer with live magic, puppet, and science performances – all while enjoying the weather at a beautiful park! After the shows, make a new summer tradition by walking to the Library to checkout your favorite summer reads!
| Date | Day | Time | Performances |
| Jun 19 | Tue | 10:30-11:15am | John the Magician |
| Jun 26 | Tue | 10:30-11:15am | The Magic Carpet Theatre |
| July 10 | Tue | 10:30-11:15am | Mad Science – Make A Splash |
| Jul 17 | Tue | 10:30-11:15am | The Amazing Clark – Rocky the Dinosaur |
| Jul 24 | Tue | 10:30-11:15am | Little Creatures with Dan the Creature Man |
| Jul 31 | Tue | 10:30-11:15am | Cirque Amongus |
All Ages
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Fuerst Park/Library in Inclement Weather
Summer Reading Story Times
Children and their parent/caregivers will enjoy age-appropriate stories, music, and fun! Story time sticks are available at the 1st floor Information Desk.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Jun 25-Jul 30 | Mon | 10:15-10:45am | Birth-12 months |
| Jun 25-Jul 30 | Mon |
10:15-10:45am or 11:15-11:45am |
12-23 months |
| Jun 27 | Wed |
10:15-10:45am or 11:15-11:45am |
2-3 years |
| Jul 11-Aug 1 | Wed |
10:15-10:45am or 11:15-11:45am |
2-3 years |
| Jun 29-Aug 3 | Fri |
10:15-10:45am or 11:15-11:45am |
4+ years |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration: Day of the Event,
Limited to the First 40 Attendees
Location: Youth Story Time Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
SUMMER READING FINALE : PARADISE PARK !
Finish the Summer Reading Game and get an exclusive invitation to a fun time at Paradise Park. Thanks to our friends at Paradise Park you can enjoy free games, laser tag, and food.
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| Aug 2 | Thu | 11am–12:30pm | K-4 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9
Location: Paradise Park, 45799 Grand River Ave., Novi, MI 48374
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
Back to School Bingo
B-I-N-G-O! That is all you need to know to be able to win some fun supplies to get you ready to head back to school.
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| Aug 16 | Thu | 1–2pm | K+ |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Whole Meeting Room
GEMINI FAMILY CONCERT
Filled with award-winning original songs, folk songs from around the world, and storytelling, this family concert celebrates the warmth and wonder of family life.
| Date | Day | Time | Age |
| Aug 22 | Wed | 7-8pm | All |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: No Registration
Location: Whole Meeting Room
SPELLING BEE
Participate in the Library’s annual spelling bees or come cheer on your favorite speller! Participants, be sure to check our web site or come into the Library on August 14 for a list of the words that might be included.
| Date | Day | Time | Grades |
| Aug 28 | Tue | 3-4pm | 3-4 |
| Aug 29 | Wed | 1-2pm | 5-6 |
Price: Free Community Event
Registration Begins: Apr 9 Location: West Meeting Room
Registration Ends: When Program is Filled
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