Novi Public Library’s 65th Anniversary Celebration
Did you know NPL was started in 1960 by the Friends of Novi Library with just 150 donated books in a former bank building on Novi Road? That first year, about 7,500 items were checked out. Fast forward 65 years, and the Library has grown beyond imagination with 835,917 items circulating from July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024! Now it’s time to celebrate!
Drop in on Sunday, October 26 from 1-5pm for a fun-filled afternoon featuring a live band, cake, a selfie wall, displays of the Library’s fascinating history, a chance to meet amazing Library Staff, Board Members, Friends of the Library and Historical Commission volunteers and more. Whether you’re a lifetime patron or new to the community, this celebration is all about you, our wonderful Novi readers and supporters! Let’s party like it’s 1960! Welcoming remarks begin at 1:15pm.
Raising $65,000 for Our 65th Anniversary
Join us in our mission to raise $65,000 for future renovations in our Youth Area, ensuring that young readers will enjoy this space for many years to come!
Renovations will include furniture, expanded program space, shelving, new carpeting and interactive play equipment.
As of October 1, $34,000 has already been raised!
Donate to the Novi Public Library
Contact Julie Farkas, 248-869-7233, click the donate button below and donate by PayPal or mail a check payable to the Novi Public Library: 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi, MI 48375.
Donate for Your Benefit to the Friends of Novi Library
Make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) to the Friends of the Novi Public Library from a pre-tax retirement fund and enjoy tax savings. Are you 70.5 years or older? Use a pre-tax retirement fund to make a tax free donation to the Friends, a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Corporation. Transfer any amount up to the lawful limit directly to a qualified charitable organization, like the Friends, without paying income tax on the donation by reducing your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD), if applicable. The Friends of the Novi Public Library does not provide legal or tax advice. Please consult an attorney or tax advisor.
To donate to the Friends, email friends@novilibrary.org,click the donate button below and donate by PayPal or mail a check payable to the Friends of Novi Library: 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi, MI 48375.
Tell Your Library Story
The Novi Public Library is home to more than just stories found in books; it also holds your stories. We would love to hear how the library has made an impact on your life. Click here to submit your Library story!
What Does the Library Mean to You?
Calling all library lovers! Starting Monday, September 8, grab a 12"x12" piece of cardstock from the 2nd Floor Information Desk. Create something that expresses what the library means to you! You can paint, draw, write or collage! ️All ages welcome. Turn it in by Wednesday, October 1 to be part of our display for our 65th Anniversary Celebration!
Thank you to our generous sponsors for supporting our 65th Anniversary!
