Fall into Reading During September, Library Card Sign-up Month!

FIND your library card and PIN! Don’t have a card or need help with your PIN? Visit the library or give us a call; we can help you out!
ACCESS the RSAcat mobile app! Link your family members’ accounts in one convenient place, renew items, place holds, and browse the catalog from your phone! Download the free app from your app store.
LISTEN (or READ) on Boundless and Libby! Check ebooks and audiobooks out with your library card! Download the free apps from your app store or go to hudson.boundless.baker-taylor.com or libbyapp.com/library/alliance to use a tablet or laptop.
LIKE texts instead of emails? Have your holds notices and renewal reminders sent to your phone! Sign up for text messaging service from your library! Text SIGNUP to 844-225-9458 to get started.

Library Policy Update

After reviewing the policies of neighboring library districts, the Hudson Library Board has updated the schedule of overdue/lost materials notices. First overdue notices will be sent via email after 5 days, second notices will be mailed after 10 days, and third notices will be mailed after 15 days. Materials not returned 20 days after their due date will be considered lost. Patrons are encouraged to renew materials still in use beyond their original due date in person, via the RSAcat mobile app, through the online catalog, or by phone. Hudson Area Public Library does not charge overdue fines. Replacement costs are charged for lost materials. View the full Circulation & Services Policy.

Fall Story Time Registration

We are pleased to offer a Fall Story Time series for preschool children between the ages of 3 and 5 years, featuring seasonal stories, songs, fingerplays, and engaging hands-on activities. Online registration opens Thursday, September 12, at HudsonAreaLibrary.com. Registration is limited and required, and participants are enrolled on a first-come, first-served basis. Two, identical sessions are offered Thursday evenings at 6:00 pm (returning families, please note the earlier meeting time) or Friday mornings at 10:30 am (October 3/4, 10/11, 17/18, 24/25, November 7/8, and 14/15). Each meeting is 40-45 minutes in length. A parent or guardian must remain in the building while Story Time is in session, and regular attendance is encouraged. As the leaves start falling, the library is calling!

Fall Events Calendar

Hudson History Club— Sept 17 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm – The group will be touring Funks Prairie Home. The group will leave the library at 12:30 pm. Please call the library for details.

Literary Guild—Sept 17 at 7:00 pm – Join us for a lively discussion of The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin. Request your copy at the library desk.

Knit & Crochet Group—Sept 18, Oct 16, and Nov 20 at 2:00 pm – Using yarn donated to the library, this group of crafters creates items for donation to local charities. If you have a current project in process, feel free to join us and continue your work.

Book Chat—Sept 26, Oct 24, and Nov 21 at 10:30 am – Find new friends and new reads at Book Chat! This group gathers monthly to discuss great books and explore new authors. There is no assigned reading; just come and chat about the books you’ve read with other avid readers.

Fall Story Time Series Begins—Oct 3 at 6:00 pm ~OR~ Oct 4 at 10:30 am Register your preschool child for 6 weeks of stories, songs, fingerplays and other engaging activities! Online registration opens Thursday, Sept 12 at HudsonAreaLibrary.com.

Hudson History Club Wiener Roast—Oct 21 at 6:00 pm – Please call the library for details about this event.

Wax Wonders—Oct 29 at 6:30 pm – Paint a set of 10” candles with custom designs to complement your fall or winter holiday décor. Registration is required at HudsonAreaLibrary.com and space is limited.

Literary Guild “Book-to-Movie” Night—Nov 19 at 5:30 pm – The November selection will be chosen at the September meeting.

Library Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday—Nov 28 and 29