A Kitchen Table Conversation Attleboro

The Greater Attleboro Area Suicide Prevention Coalition (GAASPC) is sponsoring "A Kitchen Table Conversation Attleboro". This grief support group is for suicide loss survivors and will be facilitated by Lisa Jo Megna Mitchell. "Grief comes in many forms. There's no...More

The Greater Attleboro Area Suicide Prevention Coalition (GAASPC) is sponsoring "A Kitchen Table Conversation Attleboro". This grief support group is for suicide loss survivors and will be facilitated by Lisa Jo Megna Mitchell. "Grief comes in many forms. There's no "one size fits all." The Kitchen Table Conversations are coordinated by Safe Place certified facilitators under the auspices of the Bristol County Regional Coalition for Suicide Prevention. This get-together is open to anyone 19 and over who has been impacted by the loss of a loved one/friend/co-worker, etc., who died by suicide.This is not clinical. It's peer to peer. If you are uncomfortable coming alone - and many are - bring a friend. That's not a problem. The doors are open to anyone in need of grief support."Contact: Lisa Jo Megna Mitchel : lisajo@northcottage.com [Adult]

Honorable Edward A. Lee Trustee Meeting Room

US Census

Short meeting of listers.Contact: Joanna Couto : 661-573-9943 [Adult]

Tech Lab

Book Hungry Sock Monkeys Middle School Book Club

Youth in grades 5-8 are welcome to join us for the middle school book club! This month we will be discussing The One Safe Place by Tania Unsworth. Copies of the book will be available in the children's room at the end of July. Registration is required.Contact:...More

Youth in grades 5-8 are welcome to join us for the middle school book club! This month we will be discussing The One Safe Place by Tania Unsworth. Copies of the book will be available in the children's room at the end of July. Registration is required.Contact: Mrs.Witherell, Tween/Teen Coordinator : 508-222-0157 : mwitherell@sailsinc.org [Book Club]

Activity Room

Parents Book Club

This is a casual, social environment for parents who love to read! Each month's title is merely a suggestion - if you don't read it, feel free to come to book club anyway! We'll let you know if it was worth the effort. In August we'll be discussing "Everybody's Son"...More

This is a casual, social environment for parents who love to read! Each month's title is merely a suggestion - if you don't read it, feel free to come to book club anyway! We'll let you know if it was worth the effort. In August we'll be discussing "Everybody's Son" by Thrity Umrigar. Contact: Amy Rhilinger : 5082220157 : arhilinger@sailsinc.org [Adult]

Tech Lab

Special Education Surrogate Parent Training

The Federation for Children with Special Needs Recruitment, Training and Support Center (RTSC) is hosting a free orientation training for volunteers willing to serve as a special education decision-maker for a student in DCF care whose parents are unavailable or...More

The Federation for Children with Special Needs Recruitment, Training and Support Center (RTSC) is hosting a free orientation training for volunteers willing to serve as a special education decision-maker for a student in DCF care whose parents are unavailable or unable to do so. Join us today to learn about the role of an SESP (Special Education Surrogate Parent), how complex trauma can impact learning, and how to incorporate the appropriate supports into the IEP. Check out our website or contact us for more information.Registration is required. Please use this weblink: https:fcsn.org/rtsc/orientations/Contact: Ivone Rego-Cass : 617-399-8342 : irego@fcsn.org [Adult]

Tech Lab

Voter Choice MA Field Training Session

Voter Choice Massachusetts will be offering a field training session on how to collect Petition Signatures for ballot initiatives. Please join us in learning the skills necessary to bring Ranked Choice Voting to Massachusetts. Bring a laptop if you are able.  Will...More

Voter Choice Massachusetts will be offering a field training session on how to collect Petition Signatures for ballot initiatives. Please join us in learning the skills necessary to bring Ranked Choice Voting to Massachusetts. Bring a laptop if you are able.  Will you be a part of the movement?  Visit us here to register for this event.Contact: Matt Frentz : 502-533-0455 : matthew.frentz@voterchoicema.org [Adult]

Balfour Room

Attleboro Chess Club

The Attleboro Chess Club meets every Thursday evening here at the library. Play is open to all ages and skill levels. New players always welcomed! Just show up and head into the children's room!Contact: Len Halko : 508-761-8612 [Chess]

Library is Closed -- Labor Day

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Library is Closed -- Labor Day

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Wednesday Morning Book Group

This month the Wednesday Morning book club will be discussing "A Gentleman in Moscow" by Amor Towles.In 1922, Count Alexander Rostov is deemed an unrepentant aristocrat by a Bolshevik tribunal, and is sentenced to house arrest in the Metropol, a grand hotel across...More

This month the Wednesday Morning book club will be discussing "A Gentleman in Moscow" by Amor Towles.In 1922, Count Alexander Rostov is deemed an unrepentant aristocrat by a Bolshevik tribunal, and is sentenced to house arrest in the Metropol, a grand hotel across the street from the Kremlin. Rostov, an indomitable man of erudition and wit, has never worked a day in his life, and must now live in an attic room while some of the most tumultuous decades in Russian history are unfolding outside the hotel's doors. Unexpectedly, his reduced circumstances provide him entry into a much larger world of emotional discovery. Brimming with humor, a glittering cast of characters, and one beautifully rendered scene after another, this singular novel casts a spell as it relates the count's endeavor to gain a deeper understanding of what it means to be a man of purpose.The group meets once a month, the first Wednesday of the month at 10 am. Registeration required.   Contact: Katie Redfearn : 5082220157 : kredfearn@sailsinc.org [Book Club]

Honorable Edward A. Lee Trustee Meeting Room

Friends of Attleboro Public Library

Monthly board meeting. []

Honorable Edward A. Lee Trustee Meeting Room

Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Group

The Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Group meets every other month on a Wednesday evening. Come for one meeting, or come for many. Newcomers are always welcome! This month we will be discussing Good Omens by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman. Copies of this book are available near...More

The Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Group meets every other month on a Wednesday evening. Come for one meeting, or come for many. Newcomers are always welcome! This month we will be discussing Good Omens by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman. Copies of this book are available near the main desk on the first floor. We hope you will join us for this fun, casual conversation! []

Tech Lab

Attleboro Cultural Council

Monthly meeting.Contact: Ben Couto : info@attleboroculturalcouncil.org [Adult]

Honorable Edward A. Lee Trustee Meeting Room

Attleboro Chess Club

The Attleboro Chess Club meets every Thursday evening here at the library. Play is open to all ages and skill levels. New players always welcomed! Just show up and head into the children's room!Contact: Len Halko : 508-761-8612 [Chess]

Sensory Play & Stories

For kids ages birth-5 years & their adultBe prepared to get a little messy!  Drop in with your little one to explore, encourage, and engage in Sensory Play! We will have tubs and more filled with wonderful things to touch and experience.  End the evening with a...More

For kids ages birth-5 years & their adultBe prepared to get a little messy!  Drop in with your little one to explore, encourage, and engage in Sensory Play! We will have tubs and more filled with wonderful things to touch and experience.  End the evening with a story.  NO NEED TO REGISTER—just drop in during the hourContact: Krystal Brown : 508-222-7820 : attleborokids@sailsinc.org []

Balfour Room & Activity Room

Friends of the Ten Mile

Board meeting. Friends of the Ten Mile is a non-profit group dedicated to river restoration.Contact: Benjamin Cote : tenmilefriends@gmail.com []

Tech Lab

Democratic City Committee

Monthly meeting. We are a community organization providing access to government and political officials, candidates, and support activities.This meeting is open to all who are interested in strengthening individual and political rights which guarantee social...More

Monthly meeting. We are a community organization providing access to government and political officials, candidates, and support activities.This meeting is open to all who are interested in strengthening individual and political rights which guarantee social and economic justice of ALL. Discussion of political issues / interests both locally and nationally. Contact: Debbie Scott : attleborodemocrats@gmail.com []

Balfour Room

Keep Attleboro Beautiful

Planning meeting for the organizing body of the 2020 clean-up event in Attleboro.Contact: Laurie Drucker : keepattleborobeautiful@gmail.com [Adult]

Tech Lab

DNA Testing and Genealogy: Which is the Right Test for Me?

Are you thinking about having your DNA tested, but are not sure which test to take? Terence Dugan, genealogy enthusiast and Secretary of the Bristol County MSOG Chapter, will join us to deliver his presentation, DNA Testing and Genealogy: Which is the Right Test for...More

Are you thinking about having your DNA tested, but are not sure which test to take? Terence Dugan, genealogy enthusiast and Secretary of the Bristol County MSOG Chapter, will join us to deliver his presentation, DNA Testing and Genealogy: Which is the Right Test for Me?, on Sept. 7th. Q & A session to follow.   Please let us know you're coming by registering below.Contact: Eleni Tsoukatos : 5082220157 : etsoukatos@sailsinc.org [Adult]

Balfour Room

NEA Big Read Launch Celebration

Join us as we launch the 2019 NEA Big Read: Attleboro! We will be distributing free copies of the title In the Heart of the Sea by Nathaniel Philbrick, and its Young Reader’s edition, along with copies our NEA Big Read events calendar. We will be joined by Nile, the...More

Join us as we launch the 2019 NEA Big Read: Attleboro! We will be distributing free copies of the title In the Heart of the Sea by Nathaniel Philbrick, and its Young Reader’s edition, along with copies our NEA Big Read events calendar. We will be joined by Nile, the 40 ft. inflatable whale, and Cynde, a whale educator, who will teach us all about whales and their environments. Marc Bernier will be performing sea chanteys from Music of the Sea, the Library will be screening the History Channel documentary The Essex: The True Story of Moby Dick, Marine Modelers Club of New England will be exhibiting their miniatures, and more! In the event of inclement weather, the celebration will move inside the Attleboro Public Library and Nile the Whale will be at the Ezekiel Bates Mason’s Lodge across the street at 71 N. Main St.Nile the Whale is funded by the Trustees of the Attleboro Public Library and Marc Bernier is funded by the Friends of Attleboro Public Library.Contact: Chris Johnson : 508-222-0157 : cjohnson@sailsinc.org []

The Art Cart -- Spreading Smiles and Healing through Art

Did you know art has many stimulating effects on the mind and body? Come relax and find out the benefits of art at our SMILE through Art workshops designed specifically for those living with Parkinson’s disease.We will explore different methods of art that will teach...More

Did you know art has many stimulating effects on the mind and body? Come relax and find out the benefits of art at our SMILE through Art workshops designed specifically for those living with Parkinson’s disease.We will explore different methods of art that will teach us how to strengthen fine muscle movements and combat symptoms of Parkinson’s such as stiffness, rigidity of limbs, micrographia, and depression.The Smile Through Art Workshop will provide the positive benefits of creativity while allowing us to connect with others in a positive environment. Workshops are designed to be consecutive sessions. Participants are encouraged to attend all workshops.  For more information, visit www.smilethroughart.com.Registration is required. Please call or email for details!  100% sponsored by APDA-MA.Contact: Saba Shahid, M.S. : (800) 651-8466 : information@apdama.org []

Balfour Room

Yarn Lover's Support Group

Are you a crafty person in search of like-minded crafty folks? Join the Yarn Lovers Support Group every other Monday morning at the APL for some crafting, chatting, and show and tell.Contact: Elise LaForge : 508-222-0157 : elaforge@sailsinc.org []

Balfour Room

Lego Club - Grades 1-6

For kids in grades 1-6. We meet once a month during most months to build, create, meet new friends & have fun. No need to register. Just come and join in the fun!Contact: Mrs. Brown : 508-222-7820 : attleborokids@sailsinc.org [Children]

Children's Room

Biography Book Group

Join us for a book discussion of My Girls: A Lifetime with Carrie and Debbie Fisher, by Todd Fisher. The Biography Book Group meets once a month on a Monday night from 6:30-7:30 p.m. We read biographies, memoirs, autobiographies, and travel narratives.Contact: Eleni...More

Join us for a book discussion of My Girls: A Lifetime with Carrie and Debbie Fisher, by Todd Fisher. The Biography Book Group meets once a month on a Monday night from 6:30-7:30 p.m. We read biographies, memoirs, autobiographies, and travel narratives.Contact: Eleni Tsoukatos : 508-222-0157 [Book Club]

Balfour Room

Attleboro Historical Commission

Monthly meeting.Contact: Marian Wrightington : 508-222-1207 []

Honorable Edward A. Lee Trustee Meeting Room

Family Book Club

Check out our newest book club!  Children in grades 5-8 and their adult are welcome to join us as we meet to discuss The Heart of a Samurai by Margi Preus. Unaccompanied adults not permitted. Contact: Pam Santoro : familybookclubapl@gmail.com []

Tech Lab

US Department of Labor

We will address the following topics in today's free seminar:The Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act (LMRDA)The role of the Office of Labor-Management Standards (OLMS)Preparation and filing of LM-2 and LM-3 reportsElectronic Forms System (EFS) -- Now...More

We will address the following topics in today's free seminar:The Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act (LMRDA)The role of the Office of Labor-Management Standards (OLMS)Preparation and filing of LM-2 and LM-3 reportsElectronic Forms System (EFS) -- Now mandatory for all LM-2, LM-3, and LM-4 filersUnion officer electionsRegistration is required -- Maximum of 4 attendees from each union. Deadline for registering September 12, 2019.  Contact: Bill Crupe : 617-624-6690 : crupejr.william@dol.gov [Adult]

Balfour Room

The Arc of Bristol County’s Memory Café

A welcoming place for individuals living with memory changes & their care partners. We invite you to come and enjoy an afternoon filled with music, games, and art.The goals for Memory Cafes are to provide social connection, access to support, and engaging activities...More

A welcoming place for individuals living with memory changes & their care partners. We invite you to come and enjoy an afternoon filled with music, games, and art.The goals for Memory Cafes are to provide social connection, access to support, and engaging activities for individuals living with memory changes and their care partners. The Arc's memory Cafe is supported by funding from DDS.An RSVP is kindly requested. Care partners must accompany guests.Contact: Donna Brown : 508-226-1445 x 3105 : dbrown@arcnbc.org []

Balfour Room

Trustees of the Attleboro Public Library

Monthly meeting. []

Honorable Edward A. Lee Trustee Meeting Room

The Vietnam War and the Search for POW/MIA

In honor of the Vietnam Veterans Moving Wall coming to Attleboro, we are welcoming you to join us for a presentation given by author, teacher, and Vietnam Veteran, Michael Cunningham. Cunningham will recount his experiences fighting in the war and describe his return...More

In honor of the Vietnam Veterans Moving Wall coming to Attleboro, we are welcoming you to join us for a presentation given by author, teacher, and Vietnam Veteran, Michael Cunningham. Cunningham will recount his experiences fighting in the war and describe his return to Vietnam decades later as part of an 11-member team of experts in search of his POW/MIA comrade. Cunningham was featured in a Cape Cod Times article which can be found here. Registration is recommended but not required.Contact: Carrie Sylvia : 5082220157 : csylvia@sailsinc.org []

Balfour Room

Photography Club for Teens and Tweens!

The APL's photography club for our tween and teen patrons in grades 5-12 will be meeting tonight.  Have a middle or high schooler who loves to take photos and wants to learn how cameras work and develop their eye? Have them join our photography club!  Youth are...More

The APL's photography club for our tween and teen patrons in grades 5-12 will be meeting tonight.  Have a middle or high schooler who loves to take photos and wants to learn how cameras work and develop their eye? Have them join our photography club!  Youth are encouraged to bring their own device to use (cell phone camera, digital camera etc) and/or take turns using the photography club's DSLR camera.  Each session participants will learn new skills, practice and discuss photography with other youth!Parents/legal guardians should note the following:1. Photography club may use the Balfour Riverwalk Park (the park next to the library) to take photos during the sessions if weather permits.2. The Attleboro Public Library is not responsible for cameras or other devices youth bring to the session.  Youth must be responsible enough to care for their own items during the club. Space in the club is limited and registration is required to attend.  Contact: Mrs.Witherell, Tween/Teen Coordinator : mwitherell@sailsinc.org [Young Adult]

Activity Room

Jewelry City Steampunk Festival board meeting

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Honorable Edward A. Lee Trustee Meeting Room

Attleboro Chess Club

The Attleboro Chess Club meets every Thursday evening here at the library. Play is open to all ages and skill levels. New players always welcomed! Just show up and head into the children's room!Contact: Len Halko : 508-761-8612 [Chess]

“Sailing Towards My Father” Performed by Stephen Collins

“Sailing Towards My Father” is a one-man play about Herman Melville, the American author best known for his whaling epic Moby-Dick. The play chronicles Melville’s life, concentrating on his evolution as a writer and his complex relations with religion, his family,...More

“Sailing Towards My Father” is a one-man play about Herman Melville, the American author best known for his whaling epic Moby-Dick. The play chronicles Melville’s life, concentrating on his evolution as a writer and his complex relations with religion, his family, and Nathaniel Hawthorne. Funded by the Friends of Attleboro Public Library. Contact: Chris Johnson : 508-222-0157 : cjohnson@sailsinc.org [All Ages]

Marble Lobby