Youth/Tween Events
Take and Make Craft Kits
March – May (Drop in) Ages 2 – 11. Pick up a new craft kit each month, available while supplies last. First-come, first served. Limit one per child, per month, please.
Read MoreMarch is Reading Month
Friday, March 1 – Saturday, March 30 (Drop in) Celebrate by picking up a Book Bingo game at the Information Desk or printing one from our website. Complete the game by crossing off boxes to make a Bingo either across, down or diagonally, then submit to be entered in a random prize drawing. The last…
Read More$MART MONEY: MI KIDS READ
Starting Monday, April 1, while supplies last (Drop in) Families can pick up a $mart Money Kids Kit with fun activities and a free copy of the book, Owl and Otter: The Big Talent Show, by DK. Limit one per family. Sponsored by the Michigan Federal Credit Union Foundation.
Read MoreBaby Storytime
Tuesday, April 2 at 10:30 PM Tuesday, April 2 at 11:30 PM Ages birth – 23 months, with a caring adult. We will introduce books and songs that are developmentally appropriate. Register.
Read MoreGraphic Novel Book Club: Bea Wolf by Zach Weinersmith
Tuesday, April 2 at 4:30 PM Ages 9 – 11. Do you love graphic novels? Join us as we discuss a different one each month, followed by a fun activity and snacks! Copies of the graphic novel will be available for pickup at the Information Desk after you register. This month we’ll be discussing Bea Wolf…
Read MoreFamily Morning Storytime
Wednesday, April 3 at 10:30 AM Ages birth – 5 years old, with a caring adult. Children and their grownups will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. Register for Family Morning Storytime.
Read MoreToddler Storytime
Thursday, April 4 at 10:30 AM Ages 2 -3 years old, with a caring adult. This storytime is full of books, songs, and fun activities designed to help develop your child’s language skills. Register for Toddler Storytime.
Read MoreFamily Puzzle Challenge
Monday, April 8 from 6 – 8 PM (Fireplace Area) All ages. Are you a puzzle pro? Join us to see if your family can put together a jigsaw puzzle faster than the other teams. Please register once for your team. Maximum six members per team.
Read MoreBaby Storytime
Tuesday, April 9 at 10:30 AM Tuesday, April 9 at 11:30 AM Ages birth – 23 months, with a caring adult. We will introduce books and songs that are developmentally appropriate. Register for Baby Storytime.
Read MoreFamily Morning Storytime
Wednesday, April 10 at 10:30 AM Ages birth – 5 years old, with a caring adult. Children and their grownups will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. Register for Family Morning Storytime.
Read MoreFamily Bedtime Storytime
Wednesday, April 10 at 6:30 PM Ages birth – 5, with a caring adult. Children and their grownups can wind down with songs, rhymes, and a bedtime story. Your favorite stuffy and pajamas are welcome! Register for Family Bedtime Storytime.
Read MoreToddler Storytime
Thursday, April 11 at 10:30 AM Ages 2 -3 years old, with a caring adult. This storytime is full of books, songs, and fun activities designed to help develop your child’s language skills. Register for Toddler Storytime.
Read MorePreschool Picassos: Henri Rousseau
Friday, April 12 at 10:30 AM Ages 3 – 5, with a caring adult. We focus on a famous or notable artist, along with a related reading and a craft. This month, we will read Dreaming with Rousseau and create a jungle collage masterpiece. Dress for a mess! Register for Preschool Picassos: Henri Rousseau.
Read MoreDaddy and Me Storytime
Saturday, April 13 at 10:30 AM Ages 0-5, with a caring adult. Littles and their special guy are invited to join us for a fun filled storytime. Together, dads, grandpas, or other important male figures and their littles will read, sing, and play. Register Daddy and Me Storytime.
Read MoreFinancial Literacy Scavenger Hunt
Monday, April 15 – Sunday, April 21 (Drop in) April is Financial Literacy Month and we’ll have a Scavenger Hunt in the Youth Dept. Participants will receive a small prize upon completion.
Read MoreBaby Storytime
Tuesday, April 16 at 10:30 AM Tuesday, April 16 at 11:30 AM Ages birth – 23 months, with a caring adult. We will introduce books and songs that are developmentally appropriate. Register.
Read MoreFamily Morning Storytime
Wednesday, April 17 at 10:30 AM Ages birth – 5 years old, with a caring adult. Children and their grownups will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. Register for Family Morning Storytime.
Read MorePaint and Pop
Wednesday, April 17 at 4:30 PM Ages 6-11 years Celebrate April is Arts Month with snacks, pop, and painting your own masterpiece. Dress for a mess! Register for Paint and Pop.
Read MoreToddler Storytime
Thursday, April 18 at 10:30 AM Ages 2 -3 years old, with a caring adult. This storytime is full of books, songs, and fun activities designed to help develop your child’s language skills. Register for Toddler Storytime.
Read MoreBaby Finger Painting
Friday, April 19 at 10:30 AM Ages 0-23 months, with a caring adult Celebrate April is Arts Month with your baby by having them create their very own masterpiece. Dress for a mess! Register for Baby Finger Painting.
Read MoreGro-Town Seed Station
Starting Monday, April 22, while supplies last (Drop in) We’re partnering with Gro-Town to offer a “seed station” for kids. There will be a variety of vegetable and flower seed packets available so they can plant a garden of their own.
Read MoreBaby Storytime
Tuesday, April 23 at 10:30 AM Tuesday, April 23 at 11:30 AM Ages birth – 23 months, with a caring adult. We will introduce books and songs that are developmentally appropriate. Register.
Read MoreFamily Morning Storytime
Wednesday, April 24 at 10:30 AM Ages birth – 5 years old, with a caring adult. Children and their grownups will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. Register for Family Morning Storytime.
Read MoreToddler Storytime
Thursday, April 25 at 10:30 AM Ages 2 -3 years old, with a caring adult. This storytime is full of books, songs, and fun activities designed to help develop your child’s language skills. Register for Toddler Storytime.
Read MoreTaylor Swift Party
Saturday, April 27 from 2 – 3:30 PM Ages 9-17. Celebrate all things Taylor Swift by making friendship bracelets, enjoying themed snacks, and playing games with your fellow Swifties. Register for Taylor Swift Party. Please note: This event will take place at the Northville Community Center.
Read MorePets Caught Reading
Wednesday, May 1 – Friday, May 31 May is National Pet Month, so we are inviting you to snap a photo of your pet “reading”, either alone or with their favorite human. Email the picture anytime during the month to: cbartone@northvillelibrary.org. We will display them in the Library.
Read MoreBaby & Toddler Prom
Tuesday, May 7 at 10:30 AM Ages 0-3, with a caring adult. Celebrate prom early! Dress your little one in their finest threads to enjoy music, photo ops, and more fun. Register for Baby & Toddler Prom.
Read MoreGraphic Novel Book Club: Enola Homes by Serena Blasco
Tuesday, May 7 at 4:30 PM Ages 9 – 11. Join us each month for a discussion on a different book, fun activities, and a snack. Register to attend and receive a free copy of the book ahead of the meeting. Register for Graphic Novel Book Club: Enola Homes by Serena Blasco.
Read MoreTween Squishmallow Paintings
Monday, May 13 at 7 PM Ages 9-12. Choose a pre-made outline and get creative with your own Squishmallow-inspired masterpiece. Register for Tween Squishmallow Paintings.
Read MorePreschool Picassos: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Friday, May 17 at 10:30 AM Ages 3 – 5, with a caring adult. We focus on a famous or notable artist, along with a related reading and a craft. For our last meeting of this school year, we will read The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle and create colorful caterpillars. Dress for a…
Read MoreDown on the Farm
Saturday, May 18 from 11 AM – 1 PM All ages. Carousel Acres will be bringing their mobile petting farm to the park behind the Library. You’ll be able to see a miniature horse and donkey, goats, sheep, an alpaca, a calf, and more! Drop in.
Read MoreFamily Bedtime Storytime
Wednesday, May 22 at 6:30 PM Ages birth – 5, with a caring adult. Children and their grownups can wind down with songs, rhymes, and a bedtime story. Your favorite stuffy and pajamas are welcome! Register for Family Bedtime Storytime.
Read MoreToddler Explorations
Saturday, May 25 at 10:30 AM Ages 1-3, with a caring adult. An open interactive engagement program for young children and caregivers that uses play and exploration to develop social and motor skills. Register for Toddler Explorations.
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