November 2024

Got a box of old family photos sitting around? You can use the Idea Lab's Epson FastFoto scanner to digitize them! A protective sheet for scanning small, fragile, or oddly shaped photos is available at the Adult Reference desk by request.

Check out the full list of Idea Lab technology, tools, and supplies here!

Escape Room Novi is bringing their "Big Trailer" with two escape rooms! Sign up for one 15-minute time slot and test your escape room skills in groups of 4-6 people.

Staff will register participants for this program and help with time slots. Registration is REQUIRED. Please call (248) 698-4942 ext. 3 or come into the library to register. Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your given time slot. 

COVID Test Information

Due to high demand, the Library has only a small supply of COVID test kits left, and the MDHHS Library Partnership for At-Home Test Program has been paused until further test kits are available. 

In the interim, you can check the following sources:

covidtests.gov (free COVID test from the US government) 

testinglocator.cdc.gov/search (locate testing sites in the area)

Community-Based Pop-Up Rapid Antigen Testing Events

The Library is open during construction on Elizabeth Lake Road! 

See updates from the Oakland County Road Commission here.

Check out our upcoming special events!

Reminder: All programs require registration.

Perler Palooza

(Grades 6-12)

Tuesday, November 12, 6:30 - 7:30 PM

It's time to let your imagination run wild as you craft colorful creations with perler beads! From pixel art to keychains, bracelets to fridge magnets, join us for a DIY celebration!

Theater Thursday

(Adult)

Thursday, November 14, 2 - 4 PM

Join us each month for a movie day, closed captioning displayed. You are welcome to bring your own drink in a closed container, popcorn will be provided.

November Movie: Twisters

Wellness With Gloria Jensenius

(Adult)

Thursday, November 14, 6:30 - 7:30 PM

Feeling overwhelmed? Does the holiday season have you stressed? Join us for an informative session with holistic health expert, Gloria Jensenius, and learn tips and tricks to help you combat that pervasive stress! 

Tail Waggin' Tutors

(Grades K-5)

Saturdays, 10:30 - 11:30 AM

These lovable dogs make great listeners and reading to a therapy dog helps build confidence and self-esteem in a fun, non-judgmental environment. Please register for only one fifteen minute time slot each month.

November 16, November 23

Writing Workshop

(Adult)

Thursday, November 21, 6:30 - 7:30 PM

Are you itching to finally sit down and write that book? Join the Writer's Workshop and get your story told! The Writer's Workshop is a safe, encouraging space to work on a story or poem of any genre.

Family Movie

(All Ages)

Saturday, November 23, 2:30 - 4:30 PM

Come and watch a movie the whole family will enjoy on our big screen. Popcorn provided. Bring your own drinks in containers with covers.

November Movie: The Garfield Movie

Check out our book clubs for all ages!

Get the Picture

(Grades K-2)

Thursday, November 7, 6:30 - 7:30 PM

A picture book discussion group for families of K - 2nd graders. Miss Stephanie will read the book, we will all talk about it, and then we will make a craft, do an activity, or experiment with the type of art the illustrator used to make the pictures.

Please register your family once and note the number of people attending!

Read & Discuss

(Adult)

Monday, November 11, 6:30 - 7:30 PM

Adults of all ages are invited to join this group! Read the pick of the month and join us for a lively conversation.

The Art Thief by Michael Finkel

Dublin Book Club

(Adult)

Thursday, November 21, 10:30 - 11:30 AM

Looking for a daytime book group? Readers aged 50 and over are invited to join the Dublin Book Group. Located at Dublin Community Senior Center.

Everyone in my Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson

Volunteers Wanted

Lots of opportunities to volunteer with the Friends! Email friends@whitelakelibrary.org for more info. We are especially in need of help moving boxes before and after our quarterly book sales.

Fall 2024 Newsletter

Check out our Fall 2024 newsletter for a complete list of our programs and events for Children, Teens, and Adults.

Featuring Mobile Escape Room for Teens and Adults, Parent-Child Drawing Workshop, and much more!

Hours

Monday - Thursday: 10 am - 8 pm

Friday and Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm

Closed on Sundays