Library Events

Help us welcome Ohio Author Mindy McGinnis as she discusses her Ohio Book Award winning novel Under this Red Rock.Mindy discusses her research for writing Under This Red Rock, a murder mystery set in the cavern systems of Ohio that explores themes of mental illness, examining the often misunderstood...read more

Join art historian Jane Oneail for a virtual exploration of America’s rich artistic heritage as we celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary. Through a thoughtfully curated journey of landmark works, this program highlights the artists and movements that have shaped our cultural identity&...read more

The ESOL Conversation Club 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 ac...read more

Calling Tweens and Teens Inventors, entering grades 5-8, are invited to a marble-ous experience – Marble Arcade by Invention Project.  At this high-energy program that combines physics, engineering and gaming, tweens and teens de...read more

Lisa at One Tree Love invites tweens ages 8–12 to a nature‑inspired yoga practice. 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 with t...read more

Join us for a fun and energetic musical event to start off our summer season with Storyteller and Musician Paul Strickland! Stories and songs will celebrate the theme of our Summer Learning Program, Unearth a Story. This is a family-friendly event - all are welcome!Please register everyone attending...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

Join us for our Summer Coding Clubs with FieroCode! We’ll meet twice in June. On Saturday, June 6 and Tueday, June 16 both at 2:30 p.m. We ask that you choose one of the two days to attend, as space is limited. If you want your kid to learn important tech skills and ha...read more

Balloons? Yes, please! Join us at the opening of our Summer Learning Program and visit Nate the Great for amazing balloon art! No registration required.

Kick off the Summer Learning Program with a rousing family musical event by Cleveland's favorite Swamp Pop band! Cats on Holiday will perform their signature Louisiana-inspired music with some help from the kids in the audience - don't miss this energetic start to a great summer at the libra...read more

The Carnegie Museum of Natural History, located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, will be joining us for our Summer Learning Program kick-off with their Dinosaur Mini Museum! Museum representatives come with genuine and replica fossils, geological samples, and dinosaur models for a hands-on experience.&n...read more

It’s going to be Jurassic Summer!  At 2PM on Monday, June 8th kick off the Teen Summer Learning Program with some tasty treats! Teens are invited to the Teen Room to taste test and vote on Dino Nuggets and fun Oreo flavors. Please bring your own water bottle. Registration is encouraged so...read more

The Bubble lady is returning to Hudson to show off her amazing bubble science and put a few of our lucky friends and librarians in a bubble. Registration for all attendees is required, please only register for one time. 

The Bubble lady is returning to Hudson to show off her amazing bubble science and put a few of our lucky friends and librarians in a bubble. Registration for all attendees is required, please only register for one time. 

The Bubble lady is returning to Hudson to show off her amazing bubble science and put a few of our lucky friends and librarians in a bubble. Registration for all attendees is required, please only register for one time. 

Parents! YOU know your baby's a born athlete. Show him or her off at our Baby World Cup competition! Littles 10 months to 2 and a half years old can compete in such high-pressure events as agility drills (crawling through cones) and penalty kicks (getting a ball into the net, one way or another!...read more

This peer literarcy program is for students in grades K- 2 who will be partnered with an older buddy to work on reading skills and gain confidence reading aloud. Participants will have the option to browse appropriate reading level book options, get help from an older peer and enjoy a snack. Registr...read more

This peer literarcy program is for students in grades 5 and up who will be partnered with a younger buddy to help them with their reading skills. Reading buddies is great for tweens and teens who love kids, helping their community and love sharing their love of books. Participants will register for ...read more

Calling Tweens and Teens Inventors, entering grades 5-8, are invited to a marble-ous experience – Marble Arcade by Invention Project.  At this high-energy program that combines physics, engineering and gaming, tweens and teens de...read more

Lisa at One Tree Love invites tweens ages 8–12 to a nature‑inspired yoga practice. 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 with t...read more

Calling all little paleontologists! Join us for Dino-Fest, a roaring good STEAM adventure designed especially for preschool and kindergarten children.Families will rotate through six hands-on dinosaur-themed stations featuring science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities. Dig for fossi...read more

Come meet our animal friends from Pure Passions Farm as they visit the library for the day! Our petting zoo will feature mini goats, alpacas, chickens, lambs, and a micro mini cow! Bring the whole family to enjoy hands-on, interactive farm fun!  

Come meet our animal friends from Pure Passions Farm as they visit the library for the day! Our petting zoo will feature mini goats, alpacas, chickens, lambs, and a micro mini cow! Bring the whole family to enjoy hands-on, interactive farm fun!  

Get creative and make a roar-some keepsake at Teen Creative Studio! Paint your very own miniature dinosaur and turn it into a unique trinket tray by attaching it to a small dish. Use your imagination to design a tray that’s fierce, funny, sparkly, or totally prehistoric. This hands-on craft is...read more

Families will enjoy stories and songs! Recommended for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes take place in the S...read more

Jim Kleefeld will be back in Hudson to share his amazing Dinosaur Magic tricks! Please join us while he amazes our audience with magic intertwined in stories and tales of fantastic dinosaurs from the past.  Registration is required for...read more

Babies and their caregivers will enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs & activities.This storytime is for babies 6-24 months with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and let...read more

This weekly program is only for children entering Kindergarten in the Fall of 2026.  (School can be public, private, homeschool, other.) It is for children only (sorry grown-ups) and occurs rain or shine! We will meet in the storytime room in inclement weather.Register only once for t...read more

Please note this is not an author program but rather a (fun) book club discussion with other book worms.   Start your summer off with a thriller, as the virtual book club discusses bestselling author Freida McFadden’s Do Not Disturb. Quinn Alexander is on the run and trying to get fa...read more

Families will enjoy stories and songs! Recommended for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes take place in the S...read more

Musician and entertainer Matt Johnson returns to Hudson Library! Join us for Live Music at the next Memory Café. Sing along, dance, and test your music knowledge with fun trivia while connecting with friends. Enjoy coffee, light snacks, puzzles, and plenty of engaging activities for a joyful,...read more

Babies and their caregivers will enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs & activities.This storytime is for babies 6-24 months with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and let...read more

Join us for our Summer Coding Clubs with FieroCode! We’ll meet twice in June. On Saturday, June 6 and Tueday, June 16 both at 2:30 p.m. We ask that you choose one of the two days to attend, as space is limited. If you want your kid to learn important tech skills and ha...read more

Share stories and rhymes before bedtime. Jammies and stuffies are not required but are definitely encouraged! Recommended for children ages 2-6 with a caregiver. All ages welcome!

Families will enjoy stories and songs! Recommended for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes take place in the S...read more

Explore the sites of accidents and calamity in Hudson during this tour of the downtown area. Hear about floods, explosions, fires and accidents, some of which permanently altered the architecture and history of Hudson. All walking tours are weather dependent and meet at the entrance to the...read more

Babies and their caregivers will enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs & activities.This storytime is for babies 6-24 months with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and let...read more

Curious students going into grades 1 to 3 can join us for an hour of experimentation and fun in 3 monthly sessions. Register for just one or all three!

Calling all sleuths! Can you help us solve the mystery? Work together in a group, using the clues to find out whodunit. We will be playing a case from Unsolved Case Files: Solving the mystery of Max Cahill.

Join us on the patio for a special fun family storytime with stories, songs, a snack, and a craft! This event is rain or shine. We will be inside if the weather doesn’t cooperate.

The library, in collaboration with the Cleveland Museum of Art’s award-winning distance learning program, will present a virtual livestreamed presentation on Manet & Morisot, a featured exhibition currently on display at the Cleveland Museum of Art through July 5, 2026. Mane...read more

Families will enjoy stories and songs! Recommended for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes take place in the S...read more

Babies and their caregivers will enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs & activities.This storytime is for babies 6-24 months with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and let...read more

The ESOL Conversation Club 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 ac...read more

Calling Tweens and Teens Inventors, entering grades 5-8, are invited to a marble-ous experience – Marble Arcade by Invention Project.  At this high-energy program that combines physics, engineering and gaming, tweens and teens de...read more

Dino Roar! is a fun and educational program for the whole family! Watch an interactive show with dinosaur puppets, see real fossils, and take a photo with Fern the T-Rex!

Dino Roar! is a fun and educational program for the whole family! Watch an interactive show with dinosaur puppets, see real fossils, and take a photo with Fern the T-Rex!

Pinky’s up as we welcome you to a T‑Rex Tea Party! Families are invited to join us for an afternoon featuring tea‑party‑style snacks, dinosaur‑themed crafts, and a read‑aloud of the favorite picture book Tea Rex by Molly Idle!  This program is geared towards ...read more

Families will enjoy stories and songs! Recommended for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes take place in the S...read more

Build strength from the inside out by blending reverse abdominal breathing with gentle resistance exercises. Certified Qigong instructor Nancy Gardner guides participants through introductory movements, demonstrating how breath and mindful motion can reduce stress and support overall welln...read more

Babies and their caregivers will enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs & activities.This storytime is for babies 6-24 months with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and let...read more

This weekly program is only for children entering Kindergarten in the Fall of 2026.  (School can be public, private, homeschool, other.) It is for children only (sorry grown-ups) and occurs rain or shine! We will meet in the storytime room in inclement weather.Register only once for t...read more

The Hudson Library and Historical Society is inviting grandparents and their grandchildren to create fond memories of reading together at the library. Focusing on sharing a love of reading through family, this event has designated time for families to break ou...read more

Families will enjoy stories and songs! Recommended for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes take place in the S...read more

Babies and their caregivers will enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs & activities.This storytime is for babies 6-24 months with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and let...read more

Pokémon lovers and collectors are welcome to join us to talk, battle, and show off their collection. Activities and crafts all about Pokémon will be available! This program is geared for children in grades K-5! 

Share stories and rhymes before bedtime. Jammies and stuffies are not required but are definitely encouraged! Recommended for children ages 2-6 with a caregiver. All ages welcome!

Families will enjoy stories and songs! Recommended for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes take place in the S...read more

Babies and their caregivers will enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs & activities.This storytime is for babies 6-24 months with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and let...read more

This peer literarcy program is for students in grades K- 2 who will be partnered with an older buddy to work on reading skills and gain confidence reading aloud. Participants will have the option to browse appropriate reading level book options, get help from an older peer and enjoy a snack. Registr...read more

This peer literarcy program is for students in grades 5 and up who will be partnered with a younger buddy to help them with their reading skills. Reading buddies is great for tweens and teens who love kids, helping their community and love sharing their love of books. Participants will register for ...read more

Families will enjoy stories and songs! Recommended for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes take place in the S...read more

Babies and their caregivers will enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs & activities.This storytime is for babies 6-24 months with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and let...read more

Calling Tweens and Teens Inventors, entering grades 5-8, are invited to a marble-ous experience – Marble Arcade by Invention Project.  At this high-energy program that combines physics, engineering and gaming, tweens and teens de...read more

Families will enjoy stories and songs! Recommended for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes take place in the S...read more

Build strength from the inside out by blending reverse abdominal breathing with gentle resistance exercises. Certified Qigong instructor Nancy Gardner guides participants through introductory movements, demonstrating how breath and mindful motion can reduce stress and support overall welln...read more

Babies and their caregivers will enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs & activities.This storytime is for babies 6-24 months with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and let...read more

This weekly program is only for children entering Kindergarten in the Fall of 2026.  (School can be public, private, homeschool, other.) It is for children only (sorry grown-ups) and occurs rain or shine! We will meet in the storytime room in inclement weather.Register only once for t...read more

Want to try a new kind of art and crafts? Stop by the Teen Room for crafts and a movie! Bring a work-in-progress or start a new project with our craft supplies. We’ll have supplies for painting, gem art, paint pens, and a ton of yarn for fiber art. Librarians will be around to show you how to ...read more

Are you passionate about writing? Whether you are an aspiring author or a seasoned professional, the Hudson Writers Group is the perfect place to connect, share, and grow. Join fellow writers in a welcoming environment to exchange ideas, workshop pieces, and gain valuable insights into the publishin...read more

Families will enjoy stories and songs! Recommended for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. All storytimes take place in the S...read more

Babies and their caregivers will enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs & activities.This storytime is for babies 6-24 months with a caregiver. Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and let...read more

Share stories and rhymes before bedtime. Jammies and stuffies are not required but are definitely encouraged! Recommended for children ages 2-6 with a caregiver. All ages welcome!