Youth Events – NORTHVILLE DISTRICT LIBRARY

Take and Make Craft Kits

September – November Ages 0 – 11. Stop by the Library each month for a new craft kit, available while supplies last. First-come, first-served. Limit one per child, per month, please. Drop in.

Identify the Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt

November 1 – 30 Ages 0 – 11. I spy with my little eye… dinos in the Library! Every day in November, find the hidden dino (and message), tell the Information Desk, and receive a small prize. Drop in.

Tuesday, November 28 at 10:30 AM Tuesday, November 28 at 11:30 AM Ages birth – 23 months, with a caring adult. We will introduce books and songs that are developmentally appropriate. Register for one session per week only please.

4 & 5 Year Old Storytime

Wednesday, November 29 at 10:30 AM Ages 4 – 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.

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, November 30 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.

T. Rex Tea Party

Thursday, November 30 at 1:30 PM Ages 3 – 5, with a caring adult. Join us for a t-riffic time with our dino and some tea (juice). We’ll read a story and children can make a dinosaur project. Register.

Take & Make Craft Kits

December – February Ages 2 – 11. Stop by the Library each month for a new craft kit, available while supplies last. First-come, first-served. Limit one per child, per month, please. Drop in.

Toddler Explorations

Saturday, December 2 at 10:30 AM Ages 1 – 3, with caring adult. Open interactive engagement program for young children and caregivers that uses play and exploration to develop social and motor skills. Register.

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, December 5 at 10:30 AM Tuesday, December 5 at 11:30 AM Ages birth – 23 months, with a caring adult. We will introduce books and songs that are developmentally appropriate. Register for one session per week only please.

Graphic Novel Book Club

Tuesday, December 5 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 The Crossover…

4 & 5 Year Old Storytime

Wednesday, December 6 at 10:30 AM Ages 4 – 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.

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, December 7 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.

Preschool Picassos

Friday, December 8 at 10:30 AM Friday, December 8 at 1:30 PM Ages 3 – 5, with a caring adult. We focus on a famous or notable artist, along with a related reading and a craft. Dress for a mess! This month we will focus on Picasso Snowmen. Register for one session only please.

DIY Lego Snow Globes

Monday, December 11 at 7 PM Ages 9-12. Create your own mini winter wonderland using Lego bricks. Register.

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, December 12 at 10:30 AM Tuesday, December 12 at 11:30 AM Ages birth – 23 months, with a caring adult. We will introduce books and songs that are developmentally appropriate. Register for one session per week only please.

Next Step Book Club

Tuesday, December 12 at 4:30 PM Ages 6 – 9. 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. This month we’ll be discussing Time Jumpers: Fast-Forward to the Future by Wendy Mass. Register.

4 & 5 Year Old Storytime

Wednesday, December 13 at 10:30 AM Ages 4 – 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.

Family Bedtime Storytime

Wednesday, December 13 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.

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, December 14 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.

Polar Express Family Movie

Saturday, December 16 from 1:30 – 3 PM All ages, with a caring adult. Join us for a special viewing of The Polar Express. Register.

Winter Extravaganza

Tuesday, December 19 from 5 – 7 PM All ages, with a caring adult. Join us for an exciting evening of music, candy, and Buddy the Elf! Drop in.

LEGO Club

Thursday, December 21 at 4:30 PM Ages 5 – 11. Build a unique LEGO creation to be displayed in the Youth Dept. Register.

Noon Year’s Eve Party

Saturday, December 30 at 11:30 PM All ages, with a caring adult. Celebrate the New Year early with crafts, dancing, and a balloon drop when the clock strikes noon! Register.

Cool Reads Winter Reading

Tuesday, January 2 – Thursday, February 29 All ages. Chill out with a cool read this winter! To participate in Cool reads, stop by the Library to pick up a reading log or download the free Beanstack app and log in to track your total minutes spend reading. Read the appropriate number of minutes for…

Tween Spy Camp

Wednesday, January 3 from 2 – 3:30 PM Ages 9-12. Do you have what it takes to be a secret agent? Learn new skills and complete covert challenges at Spy Camp. Register.

Board Game Drop-In

Friday, January 5 at 1:30 PM Ages 3 and up, with a caring adult. Stop by the Library to play one of our board games! Drop in.

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, January 9 at 10:30 AM Tuesday, January 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 one session per week only please.

Graphic Novel Book Club

Tuesday, January 9 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 The Okay…

Family Morning Storytime

Wednesday, January 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.

Family Bedtime Storytime

Wednesday, January 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.

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, January 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.

Toy Swap

Saturday, January 13 from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Ready to purge your house of your old, forgotten toys? Drop them off to the NDL Info Desk from January 2nd – 5th. The toy swap will occur on January 13. Please check the website for more details. No Registration Required.

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, January 16 at 10:30 AM Tuesday, January 16 at 11:30 AM Ages birth – 23 months, with a caring adult. We will introduce books and songs that are developmentally appropriate. Register for one session per week only please.

Next Step Book Club

Tuesday, January 16 at 4:30 PM Ages 6 – 9. 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. This month we’ll be discussing Diary of a Pug: Pug’s Snow Day by Kyla May. Register.

Family Morning Storytime

Wednesday, January 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.

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, January 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.

LEGO Club

Thursday, January 18 at 4:30 PM Ages 5 – 11. Build a unique LEGO creation to be displayed in the Youth Dept. Register.

Preschool Picassos

Friday, January 19 at 10:30 AM Friday, January 19 at 1:30 PM Ages 3 – 5, with a caring adult. We focus on a famous or notable artist, along with a related reading and a craft. Dress for a mess! This month we will focus on Coco Chanel. Register for one session only please.

Toddler Explorations

Saturday, January 20 at 10:30 AM Ages 1 – 3, with caring adult. Open interactive engagement program for young children and caregivers that uses play and exploration to develop social and motor skills. Register.

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, January 23 at 10:30 AM Tuesday, January 23 at 11:30 AM Ages birth – 23 months, with a caring adult. We will introduce books and songs that are developmentally appropriate. Register for one session per week only please.

Family Morning Storytime

Wednesday, January 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.

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, January 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.

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, January 30 at 10:30 AM Tuesday, January 30 at 11:30 AM Ages birth – 23 months, with a caring adult. We will introduce books and songs that are developmentally appropriate. Register for one session per week only please.

Family Morning Storytime

Wednesday, January 31 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.

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, February 1 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.

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, February 6 at 10:30 AM Tuesday, February 6 at 11:30 AM Ages birth – 23 months, with a caring adult. We will introduce books and songs that are developmentally appropriate. Register for one session per week only please.

Graphic Novel Book Club

Tuesday, February 6 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 The Moth…

Family Morning Storytime

Wednesday, February 7 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.

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, February 8 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.

African American Artists, Inventors, and Musicians

Thursday, February 8 at 6:30 PM All ages with a caring adult. This performance will showcase influential African American inventors, artists, and musicians. Register.

Family Fort Night Reading Party

Friday, February 9 from 5:30 – 7 PM Bring your imagination to our family fort building program. Pizza will be served, followed with a story and then free time to build your own family fort to read inside! BYO blankets and pillows. Register.

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, February 13 at 10:30 AM Tuesday, February 13 at 11:30 AM Ages birth – 23 months, with a caring adult. We will introduce books and songs that are developmentally appropriate. Register for one session per week only please.

Next Step Book Club

Tuesday, February 13 at 4:30 PM Ages 6 – 9. 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. This month we’ll be discussing Owl Diaries: Warm Hearts Day by Rebecca Elliott. Register.

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