Library Events

Constitutional law and political science professor, Corey Brettschneider, will visit the library for an in-person discussion of his new book, The Presidents and the People, which provides a thoroughly researched account of assaults on democracy by five past American presidents: John Adams, James Buchanan, Andrew Johnson, Woodrow Wilson, and Richard Nixon. Kirkus Reviews calls the book “A welcome reminder, in a time of growing repression, of the power of well-placed dissent.” 

Tour the Old Hudson Township Burying Ground, the final resting place for many of Hudson’s founders and early pioneers. Hear the stories behind the cemeteries' most prominent residents ranging from David Hudson, Owen Brown (father of abolitionist John Brown) and so many more. All walking tours are weather dependent and meet at the entrance to the library. Remember to wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.

During orientation training, learn about the Creativity Lab’s policies and best practices on how to use the audio production equipment. Upon completion of the orientation program, participants may register for a two-hour independent session, where they can create their own content.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Dean Koontz joins the library for a virtual discussion about his latest book and writing career.  Koontz’s latest standalone The Forest of Lost Souls profiles a fearless woman, raised in the forest, who fights against a group of powerful men  in a novel about good versus evil, the enduring nature of myth, and the power of love.

Viral TikTok sensation Leigh McGowan, will discuss her new book, A Return to Common Sense: How to Fix America Before We Really Blow It. McGowan has become a trusted source of information in the age of polarized media helping a diverse audience reconnect with politics and the American experiment. McGowan’s book is a concise, no-nonsense guide to how America works and a roadmap to reclaiming a government of, by, and for the people. 

Join the Hudson Library & Historical Society for a Virtual architecture tour with Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens. Pack your bags to “fly” to England to see the castles that inspired Stan Hywet’s architecture. Then, it’s back to the Manor to discover a few of the features that make the Manor House so special.

Kristina Cho will be at the library for an in-person discsusion about her latest book, Chinese Enough: Homestyle Recipes for Noodles, Dumplings, Stir-Fries, and More. In an exploration of her own experience as a first-generation American, Kristina Cho, author of the award-winning baking book Mooncakes and Milk Bread, offers 100 recipes that blend the flavors of traditional Cantonese cooking with California ingredients and a midwestern sensibility. This program is part of the Hudson Library’s “Tour of China” month exploring the rich history, arts and culture of China. 

Artists, designers, and crafters—is Etsy right for you? ​Etsy is changing rapidly. It is returning to its roots as a marketplace for items designed, made, and sourced by real people. They are also positioning Etsy as THE go-to place for unique gifts. Join local mixed media artist Karen Koch for an introductory class on the Etsy Marketplace at the library. This program is generously funded by the Burton D. Morgan Foundation. 

Explore the capabilities and limitations of one of the most recognizable AI tools, ChatGPT, created by OpenAI. During this hands-on introductory class, participants will have the opportunity to experience real-time interactions with this generative artificial intelligence tool and review the results together as a group. At the end of the session, learn how ChatGPT can be useful in your everyday life or work, as well as its limitations and inaccuracies. Please note this class will be exploring the free version of ChatGPT, model 3.5. This class will not explore features available only to ChatGPT Plus members. 

Join us for a family friendly Halloween magic show. Michael is described as 50% magician, 50% comedian, and he's 100% guaranteed to entertain the whole family! 

This event is rescheduled from Saturday, October 19th.

Michael is a lauded magician and comic who performs as many as 300 shows a year. He has extensive experience as a stage magician at Geauga Lake, Dorney Park, and Cedar Point Amusement Parks, as well as performances for major companies - Amazon, Oracle, Cleveland Clinic, and Kalahari Resorts.

The Hudson Genealogical Study Group (HGSG) will host a fall lock-in and potluck. Participants will have access to the archives collection, the library edition of Ancestry.com, the Ohio edition of Newspapers.com, and other additional genealogical research databases. HGSG volunteers will be available to provide research assistance. The program is free, but registration is required. When you register, please list what you plan to share for the potluck. This program is part of the Hudson Genealogical Study Group’s monthly programming series. Anyone is welcome to attend.

 

Baroque ensemble Les Délices returns to the library to perform music of the High Baroque, including a Scarlatti harpsichord sonata, an ensemble (baroque oboe feature) of Corelli’s La Folia, and French cantatas (Rameau, Lefebvre, and Bourgeois) with soprano Hannah De Priest, hailed a “breakout artist” (Boston Globe) with “a voice that is theater itself” (Classique News).

Freedom is the great American commitment, but as Yale University history and current affairs professor Timothy Snyder argues, we have lost sight of what it means—and this is leading us into crisis. Join the library for an in-person author event with Snyder to discuss his newest book, On Freedom. Drawing on the work of philosophers and political dissidents, conversations with contemporary thinkers, and Snyder’s own experiences coming of age in a time of American exceptionalism, On Freedom identifies the practices and attitudes—the habits of mind—that will allow us to design a government in which we and future generations can flourish.

Please note this is not an author program but rather a (fun) book club discussion with other bookworms. 
The virtual book club will discuss the gripping and emotional tale, After Oz, by Gordon McAlpine. In this modern retelling of The Wizard of Oz, eleven-year-old Dorothy finds herself in a dangerous predicament when she briefly goes missing and returns to her family farm. Due to her disappearance, she is accused of a violent crime she did not commit and must find support in an unlikely ally in hopes of freeing herself from her terrible circumstances.  Library Journal praises After Oz calling it “A blast of enchanting writing, straight-ahead storytelling, and a murder mystery too…a smart, classy reading experience.”  

During orientation training, learn about the Creativity Lab’s policies and best practices on how to use the video production equipment. Upon completion of the orientation program, participants may register for a two-hour independent session, where they can create their own content.

Christopher Kimball, founder of America’s Test Kitchen and Cook’s Country and the creator of Milk Street, will discuss how to turn your kitchen into the world’s best bakeshop with his latest cookbook, Milk Street Bakes. This latest Milk Street publication includes 200 simple, easy, and delicious recipes from the James Beard Award-winning team. Kimball is able to impart readers with a lifetime of baking wisdom in an engaging and accessible manner.

This registration is for the live overflow room in the Teen Room. All are welcome to attend the author meet & greet / book signing in the library rotunda following the program.

Christopher Kimball, founder of America’s Test Kitchen and Cook’s Country and the creator of Milk Street, will discuss how to turn your kitchen into the world’s best bakeshop with his latest cookbook, Milk Street Bakes. This latest Milk Street publication includes 200 simple, easy, and delicious recipes from the James Beard Award-winning team. Kimball is able to impart readers with a lifetime of baking wisdom in an engaging and accessible manner.

Whether you’re planning to launch a new venture or have been running a successful small business for years, your library card provides invaluable access to resources to help you along your way. Discover easy ways to conduct industry research, learn more about your competitors, access trade and industry news, as well as a new resource that specializes in easily developing your business plan.  

Join commercial photographer Steve Manchook for a basic course exploring the advantages and limitations of the popular cell phone camera. This presentation is in two parts, the first half will be a primer on the technical aspects of the cell phone. The second portion deals with the aesthetic aspects of image making including lighting, composition, post-production software, black and white conversions, and much more. This program is generously funded by the Tom Hauser Arts & Humanities Series. 

The library will host a two-part sourdough demonstration with Catherine St. John, former owner of the Western Reserve School of Cooking. In part two, Catherine will go beyond the bread as she demonstrates other recipes you can make with your sourdough starter and discard. Learn how to make sourdough scones and more as Catherine continues to answer any sourdough questions. Please register for each class individually.