Library Closings 
The Library will be closed on:
Saturday, April 15
Sunday, April 16
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Celebrate National Library Week! 
Celebrate National Library Week with the Novi Library from
April 9-15! Along with our weekly scheduled programs for all ages we will also be raffling off a basket of goodies at the Check-Out Desk so be sure to enter your name in the drawing!
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Scrapbook For a Cause-SOLD OUT!
Our Scrapbook For a Cause event is officially sold out! Thank you to everyone who has registered. All proceeds will go to the Library to suport future programming events.
Also a HUGE thank you to HoneyBaked Ham of Novi and Olive Garden of Novi for providing lunch and dinner during the event!
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Dine & Donate @ Tony Saccos Coal Oven Pizza in Novi 
Nobody raises dough like Tony Sacco's and they are proud to be lending their support to the Novi Library's Teen Space. We hope you will help us out by visiting Tony Saccos Novi (42970 Grand River) on
Saturday, May 20th. You can dine-in, get carry-out, or even purchase some gift cards and 20% of your total bill will be donated to the Library's Teen Space. Check out the flyer
here or next time you visit the Library.
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Technology Survey 
We appreciate your input! Please take a moment to complete our
Technology Survey. Thank you!
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The Winning Couple for the Wedding Giveaway is...
Garry Schram & Nicole Andrusiak! Thank you to all who entered and voted for our Library wedding giveaway contest! Garry & Nicole's public wedding will take place at Fuerst Park on Saturday, June 24th followed by a private reception at the Library. Thank you to all our sponsors below who donated to help make this wedding a success! Check out the video of the lucky couple from our recent Beyond Books episode.
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The Library and Novi Community School District have partnered to host Students for Success and encourage all parents and caregivers of preschool age children to read
Beyond Bedtime Stories: A Parents Guide to Promoting Reading, Writing, and Other Literacy Skills From Birth to 5. Meet Nell Duke, the author on
Wednesday, April 19 at 7pm at the Novi Middle School.
To borrow a copy of the book visit the Library.
Register for the author event
here.
Watch the latest Beyond Books episodes to learn more about the Library and Novi School District Partnership and also hear Superintendent of Novi Schools and Director of the Novi Library Julie Farkas talk about some great reads!
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Go On the Road with NPL!-Spots Filling Quickly!
Back by popular demand...Join us for our On the Road trip offering a day of culture, history and fun on Friday, April 28, from 8:30am-5pm. We will be traveling in a deluxe motor coach to Chelsea, Michigan for a tour of the Jiffy Mix factory, followed by a tour and sampling at the Alehouse Brewery and a delicious meal at the Common Grill. Our day will end with a step-on guided tour of the historical sites of downtown Chelsea provided by a Chelsea Chamber of Commerce tour guide. The cost for the trip is $89. To reserve your spot call the Administration Office at 248-869-7204.
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Raising a Reader in Novi! 
So far, 215 children have registered for our Raising a Reader Program and you can too! Sign up for prizes, reading incentives and of course to read! For information on the program click here.
Thank you to the Friends of the Novi Library, Vibe Credit Union, Novi Rotary and No
vi Community School District for sponsoring this program. Your support of reading, education and growth to the community is priceless!
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Featured Adult Programs
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Building Self-Esteem in Your
Child with Autism
Thursday, April 13, 7-8pm
Author of "A Parents Guide to Autism" and adult with ASD, Ron Sandison will discuss how to build your child's self-esteem and cultivate a positive self-image. This event is designed for parents and caregivers of children with autism, as well as, educators, therapists, social workers, or anyone interested in building self-esteem with an individual with ASD.
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It's Soy Marvelous!
Wednesday, April 19, 7-8:30pm
There are many benefits to using soy-based products. Soy candles are clean-burning, eco-friendly, and biodegradable. As a skin-care product, soy oil is easily absorbed into the skin, and is naturally rich in Vitamin E. Mother's Day is right around the corner, so please join us in making some soy-based gifts that wil pamper her in a sweet-smelling way.
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Protecting Your Assets, Your Intentions, Your Income and Family
Monday, April 10, 7-8:30pm
This session highlights the importance of wills, trusts and advance directives; protecting your family against loss of life; protecting you and your family against loss of income; and protecting vital documents and your personal information.
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Managing your Healthcare Costs Pre and Post-Retirement
Monday, April 17, 7-8:30pm
This session highlights ways to control your healthcare costs through tax-advantaged healthcare savings program; adopting certain lifestyle behaviors; Medicare and supplemental insurance choices; and assisted living and long term care choices.
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Your Retirement: Boom or Bust
Monday, April 24,
7-8:30pm
This session highlights the importance of preparing for the known and the unknown when planning for retirement. Topics for discussion include: longevity risk, differentiating between facts and assumptions when planning for retirement and importance of diversification and managing volatility.
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Featured Tween/Teen Programs
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Maker Tween Club
Tuesday, April 18, 6-7:30pm
Step into Rube Goldberg's world as we work together to create the ultimate chain reaction.
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Teen Volunteer Orientation Summer Reading Program
Monday, April 24, 3:30-4:30pm
Wednesday, April 26, 6:30-7:30pm
This is a required orientation meeting for teens who have already submitted applications to be volunteers for the Summer Reading Program. You may attend either meeting. Information and demonstration of new software will be presented by staff followed by a Q&A.
Registration required.
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Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Community Service Project 
Collection Dates: April 3-April 30
You can help fight hunger in our community! TAB is holding a donation drive to benefit the Hospitality House Food Pantry.
Suggested items include: canned goods, staple boxed foods, protein (tuna-fish, beef, stews), 100% fruit juices, baby food and toiletries (toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant).
Please note that the food pantry is unable to accept expired items or damaged items that cause them to be unusable. For more information, email Information Services Librarian
Lindsay Fricke at
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Featured Youth Programs
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Miniature Golf in the Library
Tuesday, April 4, 1-2:30pm
Can you shoot par in Picture Books? Birdie the Nonfiction? Drop in and play a few holes of miniature golf right in the Youth Department.
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Gordon Russ Magic Show
Wednesday, April 5, 7-8pm
Magic, music, comedy, audience participation, this show has it all and is great fun for the whole family!
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Movie Matinee
Thursday, April 6, 1-3pm
Enjoy a recent release feature film on our big screen. Light refreshments will be provided.
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Storytelling with Karen Czarnik
Tuesday, April 11, 7-8pm
Storyteller and seasoned performer Karen Czarnik of storyrhythms.com will entertain and delight the entire family.
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We Don't Babysit! We INSPIRE Kids to be Their Best! 
Tuesday, May 9, 7-8:30pm
Get ready for FUN! Novi's BEST Summer Camp is coming to share their STEAM program and culture with you! Join us for an awesome experience where our coaches will inspire your child to be their absolute BEST! Life Skills, Karate, Dance, Tumbling, and much More! Thank you to iMA Sports Novi for sponsoring this event! Register
here.
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Monthly Book Discussion Groups
Join us each month to chat with friends, neighbors and the Novi Community to discuss fiction, non-fiction, classics and contemporary novels.
Booked for Lunch
Wednesday, April 12, 12-1pm
Commonwealth by Ann Patchett
Tuesday, April 18, 7-8pm
Blood Will Out by Walter Kim
You are able to reserve a copy of the book to be discussed, by calling the Library's Information Desk at (248) 869-7203 or accessing the online catalog.
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A Few Dates to Remember
Friends of the Novi Library Board Meeting- Wednesday, April 12, 7-9pm
Novi Historical Commission Meeting-Wednesday, April 26, 7-8:30pm
Novi Library Board Meeting-Thursday, April 27, 7-9pm
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Spotlight on Novi History
Did you know that Novi was once a part of Farmington Township? At that time, there were only two townships in Oakland County, Bloomfield Township and Farmington Township. In 1832, Novi Township which was known as West Farmington, separated from Farmington Township and needed a name. This begins the many versions of how Novi got its name. In addition to Novi Township, Lyon, Milford and Commerce also separated from Farmington. In 1834, by an act of the legislative council, boundaries contracted, and Novi assumed its current boundaries. Samuel Hungerford was appointed as the first supervisor.
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City of Novi
Eggstravaganza
Sunday, April 9
2-4pm
Can You Gear Me?
Sunday, May 7,
11am-3pm
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