Calendar of Events

Experience the extraordinary sounds of Fire & Grace! Join us for an unforgettable concert featuring Fire & Grace, the acclaimed duo of guitarist William Coulter and violinist Edwin Huizinga. Known for their remarkable musicianship and genre-crossing artistry, Fire & Grace explores t...read more

Families are welcome to bring their children of all ages and enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories together. Stories will be geared towards ages 2-5. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phono...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Babies 6-24 months with a caregiver are welcome to join us and enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs, and activities. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and l...read more

In recognition of Native American Heritage Month, this November we will discuss the traditions, significance, and artistry of wearable storytelling in Native American history and cultures. In this lesson, we will explore several ways storytelling is practiced across Native cultures, as well as the h...read more

Families are welcome to bring their children of all ages and enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories together. Stories will be geared towards ages 2-5. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phono...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Babies 6-24 months with a caregiver are welcome to join us and enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs, and activities. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and l...read more

We will share stories and rhymes before bedtime so please come in your jammies and stuffies are not required but are definitely encouraged! This storytime is geared to children ages 2-6 with a caregiver, but all ages welcome. Our storytimes aim to develop...read more

Stories and crafts for independent 4 & 5 year-olds. Caregivers must remain in the library during this story time. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awar...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Babies 6-24 months with a caregiver are welcome to join us and enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs, and activities. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and l...read more

Learn how to easily navigate, create, and manage spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. This introductory class will cover the basics of Microsoft Excel including how to navigate workbooks and sheets, enter data, basic formatting, along with common introductory formulas and functions. This class is des...read more

Children in kindergarten through second grade are invited to join our book club with a loved one. We meet on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. to discuss our monthly read. This month we are reading Our Friend Hedgehog: The Story of Us by Lauren Castillo. Copies of this book will be available ...read more

Attention all crawlers! On Wednesday, November 4, at 7 p.m., Goblins and Galaxies, a Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Club, will discuss the hugely popular book Dungeon Crawler Carl; by Matt Dinniman. Either read it for the first time or relive Princess Doughnut and Carl’s first foray into the...read more

Stories and crafts for independent 4 & 5 year-olds. Caregivers must remain in the library during this story time. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awar...read more

Relax and restore your inner harmony as certified meditation instructor Elizabeth Lahm leads a deeply-immersive, full body listening experience that intentionally uses sound to nurture your mind, body and spirit. Designed to promote deep relaxation, stress relief, and energetic balance, this one-hou...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Families are welcome to bring their children of all ages and enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories together. Stories will be geared towards ages 2-5. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phono...read more

ESOL Conversation Group is a relaxed and friendly space to practice speaking English! Whether you’re just starting out or want to improve your fluency, this club is a great way to meet new people and build your confidence in everyday conversation. Each session includes fun topics, simple activ...read more

Students in grades 1-4 are invited to join us as we welcome Imagination Station to explore all things electrical energy! Where can it come from? How does it work? How do we use it? We will answer these questions and more as your students engage in hands-on activities related to natural resources, co...read more

Award-winning mystery author, David Rosenfelt, returns to the library for a conversation about his latest release Bark Humbug: An Andy Carpenter Mystery. In this latest installment of the Rosenfelt’s bestselling series, reluctant lawyer, Andy Carpenter, helps a desperate sister investigate the...read more

Have you ever wanted the book club experience without the pressure of reading the book in advance? Do you knit, crochet, sew, color, or just like to admire other people’s crafts? If so, this is the book club for you! Bring your current WIP (work in progress) and work on it ...read more

Preschoolers and their caregivers are welcome to join us as we invite Mad Science for an invigorating program all about weather. Preschoolers become junior meteorologists, using various tools to measure the weather. They also learn all about the water cycle and weather patterns. They even desig...read more

Join us at the library for a virtual visit to Siracusa, the captivating city on Sicily’s southeastern coast. Explore the rich history, culture, and remarkable architecture of this UNESCO World Heritage Site as we journey through one of the Mediterranean’s most storied destinations. ...read more

Storytime is for everyone, so come and enjoy stories, activities, music and more at our small, adapted event.  Our Sensory-Friendly Family Storytime is designed for children, ages 2-6, who may be overstimulated in a typical storytime setting.  Following the storytime will be our monthly Se...read more

Drop-in and enjoy our sensory friendly playtime the first Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. – Noon in the Storytime Room. This playtime is for everyone but also is specifically designed for neurodiverse children: children who are on the autism spectrum, have sensory processing challenges, ADH...read more

John Tracy Cunningham, Trustee of the Ohio Genealogical Society, will discuss how to organize and streamline your genealogy research process. This program is part of the Hudson Genealogical Study Group monthly programming series. All are welcome to attend.

Join us as we welcome back Bring the Farm to You for an afternoon of apple cider making! In this program, we will learn how apple cider is made, explore the history of apples in Ohio, and even help make cider using a traditional cider press. Come enjoy this cozy, informative program and the deliciou...read more

New York Times bestselling author John Scalzi will visit the library to discuss his latest release, Monsters of Ohio. Scalzi creates a heartfelt and darkly funny science fiction adventure set in a struggling Ohio town, where economic turmoil and corporate greed give way to increasingly strange event...read more

Join us as we welcome back Bring the Farm to You for an afternoon of apple cider making! In this program, we will learn how apple cider is made, explore the history of apples in Ohio, and even help make cider using a traditional cider press. Come enjoy this cozy, informative program and the deliciou...read more

Join us for an Archives Open House offering a rare opportunity to explore unique historical collections, including materials never before displayed to the public. Whether you’re a longtime resident, family historian, or simply curious about local history, the open house offers a unique ch...read more

Families are welcome to bring their children of all ages and enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories together. Stories will be geared towards ages 2-5. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phono...read more

The library, in partnership with the Cleveland Museum of Art’s award-winning Distance Learning Program, will present a live, virtual program exploring the art and artists of Scandinavia as part of the library’s month-long "Tour of Scandinavia" series. Join Arielle Levine of the...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Babies 6-24 months with a caregiver are welcome to join us and enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs, and activities. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and l...read more

Cookbook Club is for students in grades 3-6 who love cooking and enjoy eating delicious new foods! Students will explore the Sweet and Salty: King Arthur Baking Company's Cookbook for Young Baker's cookbook while they try new foods and learn new skills. At our book club meetin...read more

Distinguished professor and historian David S. Reynolds analyzes the polarized decades leading up to the American Civil War and traces the origins of this polarization to the arrival of two ships, less than a year apart. Library Journal in a starred review, praises Reynolds calling it “A highl...read more

Families are welcome to bring their children of all ages and enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories together. Stories will be geared towards ages 2-5. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phono...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Babies 6-24 months with a caregiver are welcome to join us and enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs, and activities. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and l...read more

We will share stories and rhymes before bedtime so please come in your jammies and stuffies are not required but are definitely encouraged! This storytime is geared to children ages 2-6 with a caregiver, but all ages welcome. Our storytimes aim to develop...read more

New York Times reporter Natasha Singer outlines the story of how Big Tech helped catalyze, co-opt, and ultimately capture computer science and AI education in America. Publishers Weekly said the investigation “raises urgent questions about not only corporate meddling in schools but the intende...read more

Stories and crafts for independent 4 & 5 year-olds. Caregivers must remain in the library during this story time. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awar...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Babies 6-24 months with a caregiver are welcome to join us and enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs, and activities. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and l...read more

Continue to build your confidence and comfort using Microsoft Excel. During this intermediate course, learn how to use additional functions and features in Microsoft Excel to format, interpret, analyze and display data. Specific topics demonstrated will include working with multiple worksheets, crea...read more

Stories and crafts for independent 4 & 5 year-olds. Caregivers must remain in the library during this story time. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awar...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Families are welcome to bring their children of all ages and enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories together. Stories will be geared towards ages 2-5. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phono...read more

Learn and create after school! Students in grades 3 and up are invited to learn how to create and design in TinkerCad. Due to popular demand, we'll be making Minecraft Bobble-heads again!  So register today to create your own Minecraft creeper! Registration is required and space i...read more

Have you ever wanted the book club experience without the pressure of reading the book in advance? Do you knit, crochet, sew, color, or just like to admire other people’s crafts? If so, this is the book club for you! Bring your current WIP (work in progress) and work on it ...read more

Let your creativity come to life with this process art opportunity for our smallest artists. Join us at in the Teen Room at 10:00am for a story and some fun messy art. This event is geared towards children 1-3 with a grown up. Registration is required.   Wear ...read more

Let your creativity come to life with this process art opportunity for our little artists. Join us in the Teen Room at 11:00am for a story and some fun messy art. This event is geared towards children 3-5 with a grown up. Registration is required.   Wear ...read more

Through stories told by runes and ruins, games, trash and treasure, historian and BBC broadcaster Eleanor Barraclough vividly reimagines what it meant to be a Viking. Embers of the Hands explores the lives of children, enslaved people, seers, artisans, travelers, and writers who inhabited the Nordic...read more

The library will host a baking demonstration with Ann LoParo of Annie’s Signature Sweets where she will demonstrate how to make a cardamom cake, a dessert popular throughout Scandinavia. This event is part of the Hudson Library’s “Tour of Scandinavia” programming series. &nbs...read more

Got a favorite character? Bring them to life on your own canvas! Choose the colors, create the background, make it your style, and add your own details. There are no limits to how you can make it yours.For teens. Registration required.

Families are welcome to bring their children of all ages and enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories together. Stories will be geared towards ages 2-5. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phono...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Babies 6-24 months with a caregiver are welcome to join us and enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs, and activities. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and l...read more

Join us at the library for a virtual journey to Cardiff, the vibrant capital of Wales. Once the world’s largest coal-exporting port, Cardiff played a pivotal role in global maritime trade during the Industrial Revolution. Today, its revitalized waterfront and thriving arts scene showcase a cit...read more

In recognition of Native American Heritage Month, this November we will discuss the traditions, significance, and artistry of wearable storytelling in Native American history and cultures. In this lesson, we will explore several ways storytelling is practiced across Native cultures, as well as the h...read more

Please note this is not an author program but rather a (fun) book club discussion with other book worms.   Perfect for all book lovers who have ever wished they could live inside of a book, the virtual book club will discuss New York Times bestselling author, Kate Quinn’s latest nove...read more

Families are welcome to bring their children of all ages and enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories together. Stories will be geared towards ages 2-5. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phono...read more

Join us at the Hudson Library Memory Café for a special hands-on program focused on creating personalized Memory Books. Spend the morning reminiscing, sharing stories, and creating a valuable resource to enjoy with your loved one. Participants are encouraged to bring photographs and other mea...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Babies 6-24 months with a caregiver are welcome to join us and enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs, and activities. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and l...read more

We will share stories and rhymes before bedtime so please come in your jammies and stuffies are not required but are definitely encouraged! This storytime is geared to children ages 2-6 with a caregiver, but all ages welcome. Our storytimes aim to develop...read more

New York Times journalist and legal scholar Jesse Wegman will visit the library to discuss his new book, The Lost Founder: James Wilson and the Forgotten Fight for a People's Constitution. James Wilson is a Founding Father whose bold vision shaped American democracy, but his legacy was lost to s...read more

Stories and crafts for independent 4 & 5 year-olds. Caregivers must remain in the library during this story time. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awar...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Babies 6-24 months with a caregiver are welcome to join us and enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs, and activities. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and l...read more

Build on what you know and take your Microsoft Excel skills to the next level with our Advanced Excel workshop. During this hands-on class, explore features in Microsoft Excel that will allow you to extrapolate and analyze data. Specific tools include data validation, VLOOKUP, and how to work across...read more

Stories and crafts for independent 4 & 5 year-olds. Caregivers must remain in the library during this story time. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awar...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Families are welcome to bring their children of all ages and enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories together. Stories will be geared towards ages 2-5. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phono...read more

ESOL Conversation Group is a relaxed and friendly space to practice speaking English! Whether you’re just starting out or want to improve your fluency, this club is a great way to meet new people and build your confidence in everyday conversation. Each session includes fun topics, simple activ...read more

Start coding with our after school coding club and FieroCode! We meet the third Thursday of each month. Registration is required and space is limited. If you want your kid to learn important tech skills and have fun along the way, we’d love to see them there! They’ll work on basic c...read more

Have you ever wanted the book club experience without the pressure of reading the book in advance? Do you knit, crochet, sew, color, or just like to admire other people’s crafts? If so, this is the book club for you! Bring your current WIP (work in progress) and work on it ...read more

New York Times bestselling author Jeffery Deaver will discuss his latest novel, The Collateral Heart, and his writing career. In this latest Lincoln Rhyme thriller, a series of suspicious fires and a trail of clues lead investigators into a complex and dangerous scheme. Booklist praises the latest i...read more

Zumbini is an interactive music and movement program for children 0-5 with their caregiver(s). Join licensed instructor Abby Ferriot for singing, dancing and playing together!9:30am: infants - 2 years old10:30am: infants - 2 years old11:30am: ages 3-5

Zumbini is an interactive music and movement program for children 0-5 with their caregiver(s). Join licensed instructor Abby Ferriot for singing, dancing and playing together!9:30am: infants - 2 years old10:30am: infants - 2 years old11:30am: ages 3-5

Zumbini is an interactive music and movement program for children 0-5 with their caregiver(s). Join licensed instructor Abby Ferriot for singing, dancing and playing together!9:30am: infants - 2 years old10:30am: infants - 2 years old11:30am: ages 3-5

Dance into the holiday season with a wonderful performance of the Nutcracker Ballet and read along by the Hudson Ballet Conservatory! Featuring our favorite characters from The Nutcracker Ballet including Clara, the Rat King, The Sugar plum fairies, and of course, The Nutcracker! This 45-minute perf...read more

Children ages 3-7 and their families are invited to join Lisa at One Tree Love for a fun, relaxing and nature‑inspired yoga practice at the library. This practice encourages families to slow down and reconnect with one another at the end of a busy week! No experience is needed, just c...read more

Lisa at One Tree Love invites tweens ages 8–12 to a nature‑inspired yoga practice at the library. Drawing inspiration from the natural world around us, this calming class encourages participants to slow down, unwind, take deep breaths, and build a meaningful connection with nature as well as w...read more

Join us for an enchanting concert featuring OPUS 216 as they celebrate the folk melodies, dances, and cultural heritage of Scandinavia. From lively Nordic fiddle tunes to lyrical traditional songs and contemporary works inspired by the region’s musical traditions, this engaging program showcas...read more

Families are welcome to bring their children of all ages and enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories together. Stories will be geared towards ages 2-5. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phono...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Babies 6-24 months with a caregiver are welcome to join us and enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs, and activities. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and l...read more

Families are welcome to bring their children of all ages and enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories together. Stories will be geared towards ages 2-5. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phono...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Babies 6-24 months with a caregiver are welcome to join us and enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs, and activities. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and l...read more

We will share stories and rhymes before bedtime so please come in your jammies and stuffies are not required but are definitely encouraged! This storytime is geared to children ages 2-6 with a caregiver, but all ages welcome. Our storytimes aim to develop...read more

Stories and crafts for independent 4 & 5 year-olds. Caregivers must remain in the library during this story time. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awar...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Babies 6-24 months with a caregiver are welcome to join us and enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs, and activities. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and l...read more

Stories and crafts for independent 4 & 5 year-olds. Caregivers must remain in the library during this story time. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awar...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Families are welcome to bring their children of all ages and enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories together. Stories will be geared towards ages 2-5. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phono...read more

Families are welcome to bring their children of all ages and enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories together. Stories will be geared towards ages 2-5. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phono...read more

Caregivers and their toddlers ages 2-3 will explore stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes tak...read more

Babies 6-24 months with a caregiver are welcome to join us and enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs, and activities. Our storytimes aim to develop important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and l...read more

Join us for Pokémon-themed games and activities, including a Wild Pokémon Ring Toss! For grades K-5.