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Monday June 17 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
VIRTUAL: Author Maria DiRico Discusses "The Witless Protection Program"
Author Maria DiRico will discuss her new mystery, The Witless Protection Program. In the fifth Catering Hall Mystery by Agatha Award-winning author Maria DiRico, series sleuth Mia Carina has finally steered her Italian-American family’s catering hall, Belle View Banqu......More
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Monday June 17 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
The "Real" Miss Rumphius - OFFSITE at the Lawrence Library in Pepperell
Readers young and old have embraced Barbara Cooney’s Miss Rumphius, about the lupine lady who made the world more beautiful, since its publication four decades ago. ......More
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Tuesday June 18 All Day
VIRTUAL: Trivia Tuesday
GPL's weekly virtual trivia tournament! Answer different themed trivia questions each week. Signing up for this event signs you up for the entire series and allows for the questions to be emailed to you. https://gpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-trivia-t......More
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Tuesday June 18 10:00am - 4:30pm EDT
Creative Kids Drop-In Craft
Creative Kids Drop-In Craft Time. Every Tuesday 10-4:30, Sept 5-May 31. Drop-in crafts in the Children’s Room. Let the creativity flow! Parent supervision necessary. Generously sponsored by the GPL Endowment Trust. https://gpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/cr......More
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Tuesday June 18 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
ND Hangout (Grades 6-12)
This is a safe space for people who identify as neurodivergent (diagnosed or not) to come to the library to meet, play games, do activities and hang out. Feel free to bring anything that contributes to your comfort, or something you would like to share. https://gpl......More
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Tuesday June 18 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Teen Led Dungeons & Dragons Game (Grades 6-10)
Have you wanted to play Dungeons & Dragons but never gotten around to do it? Or have you played before and wanted to again, but no one wants to be the Dungeon Master? Luckily for you there is a new D&D game that is perfect for you! This session runs for 10 weeks. Si......More
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Tuesday June 18 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
VIRTUAL: Spanish Conversation Group
Please note that this group has decided to remain virtual for the time being. Hablas espanol? Spanish Conversation Group Venga y practica su espanol! Group leader, Veronica Mazzu, is a native Spanish speaker from Chile and a public school Spanish teacher in Southbo......More
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Tuesday June 18 7:00pm - 8:15pm EDT
VIRTUAL: LGBTQ+ Rights in an Increasing Cultural Divide
In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of bills targeting the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, and transgender/nonbinary (LGBTQ+) people in the U.S. Since the start of 2024, there have been close to 500 bills restricting rights in healthcare......More
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Tuesday June 18 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
IN PERSON: Proust Discussion Group (NEW!)
Delve into Marcel Proust's first volume of In Search of Lost Time, Swann's Way. The group will discuss a section of the book at each meeting. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk. June 18 - In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower: At Mme. Swann’s ......More
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Wednesday June 19 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
VIRTUAL: Bodies in the Library - Mystery Writer's Group
Are you writing a mystery? A thriller or suspense novel? Are you thinking about writing one? Join this group for helpful advice and encouragement from others who love all forms of mystery genre. Share your work in-progress and cheer on others. Sign up to receive the Z......More
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Thursday June 20 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Mirrors & Windows Storytime for 3, 4, & 5 Year Olds with Miss Sheila: Juneteenth
The Mirrors & Windows Storytime provides an opportunity for children to hear stories where they see themselves reflected (like looking in a mirror) AND they learn something new about someone else (like looking in a window). Storytime is followed by a craft. This story......More
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Thursday June 20 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
IN PERSON: GPL Knitting Group
Knitting & Crochet Group meets weekly, Thursdays, 1:30-3:30pm. Other Handcrafts are welcome! Self-directed work on our own projects. Open to All. No need to sign up in advance -- just come! Hosted by GPL Librarian Susanne Olson. Come with your latest project. htt......More
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Thursday June 20 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
Hands on Science Lab: Let's Make Oobleck (Grades 5-8)
We'll have fun making and playing with Oobleck while we learn about Non-Newtonian fluids. Grades 5-8. https://gpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/hands-on-science-lava-lamps-grades-5-8/
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Thursday June 20 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
IN PERSON: Rollstone Rhythms Concert Series: The Shakerz
A solid five-piece rock band playing in the northeast for over 30 years, led by Groton resident Vinnie Mirisola. The Shakerz is a tribute to the artists that make us move – rock, pop, country, and disco. They focus on recognizable, danceable rock and roll music, givi......More
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Thursday June 20 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
VIRTUAL: Haunted Experiences with Jeff DePaoli: Canobie Lake Screeemfest with Michael Perron
For six weekends, Canobie Lake Park SCREEEMFEST (located in nearby Salem, NH) delivers family fun by day and a healthy dose of fear by night. You get TONS of rides, haunted houses, kid-friendly fun, live shows, roving monsters and much, much more. Join Michael Perron,......More
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Thursday June 20 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
HYBRID: Mad About Mystery Book Group
PLEASE NOTE: You must register for each meeting of this group. If you would like to attend via Zoom, sign up here. This group reads a wide variety of works in the crime a......More
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Thursday June 20 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Sustainable Groton presents: Understanding the Sources and Tackling Climate Change in Groton
We know that greenhouse gas emissions are causing big changes in the climate around the world and even in our own backyards. What can we do about it? Understanding how we are adding to the problem is one of the first steps to figuring out how we can help. We now unde......More
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Thursday June 20 7:00pm - 8:15pm EDT
VIRTUAL: How to Write Ancestral Stories Your Relatives Will Want to Read
Part of the thrill of genealogy is sharing our discoveries with those we love, so it can be disappointing when our family members and friends have no interest in the subject. However, with good research, thoughtful planning, and a dash of ingenuity, we can create eng......More
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Saturday June 22 10:30am - 1:00pm EDT
IN PERSON: Art Supply Swap
Bring new or gently used arts and craft materials to the Circulation Desk between June 18 and 21. June 22, swap your materials for something you will use! Donations not required to participate. Rules for donations: Arts and crafts materials only (fabrics. notions,......More
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Saturday June 22 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
IN PERSON: Adult Dungeons and Dragons
Enjoy Dungeons and Dragons but need a group to play with? Ever wondered what all the fuss is about with this popular game that is celebrating 50 years of play? Join a small group with an experienced Dungeon Master to guide you! Made possible by the Groton Public Libr......More
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Saturday June 22 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
IN PERSON: Wooden Necklaces with Kimberly Stoney
So popular that we decided to offer it again! Join us for a hands-on jewelry-making experience! Create a long necklace adorned with wooden disc-shaped beads and colorful thread. No prior experience needed. All materials provided. Please note this event is intended f......More
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Monday June 24 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
VIRTUAL: A Celebration of Baseball Movies with Frank Mandosa
With the crack of the bat comes the roar of the crowd, the smell of the hot dogs and peanuts, and the excitement for a good baseball-themed film to complement the latest game! From kids in Little League to romantic comedies to biopics, baseball films are a great way t......More
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Tuesday June 25 All Day
VIRTUAL: Trivia Tuesday
GPL's weekly virtual trivia tournament! Answer different themed trivia questions each week. Signing up for this event signs you up for the entire series and allows for the questions to be emailed to you. https://gpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-trivia-t......More
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Tuesday June 25 10:00am - 4:30pm EDT
Creative Kids Drop-In Craft
Creative Kids Drop-In Craft Time. Every Tuesday 10-4:30, Sept 5-May 31. Drop-in crafts in the Children’s Room. Let the creativity flow! Parent supervision necessary. Generously sponsored by the GPL Endowment Trust. https://gpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/cr......More
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Tuesday June 25 6:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
IN PERSON: Page Turners Book Group
PLEASE NOTE- NEW TIME- Now starting at 6:30 PM to allow for more time to enjoy the food and discuss next years books! June 25 is the last meeting of the year before we take a break for the Summer! We will be having a POTLUCK celebration at the Library in Sibley Hall......More
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Tuesday June 25 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
VIRTUAL: The Last Decade of Cinema
Ah, the nineties. Movies were something in those days. We’re talking about a decade that began with GoodFellas and ended with Magnolia, with such films as Malcolm X, Before Sunrise, and Clueless arriving somewhere in between. Stories, characters, and writing were king......More
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Wednesday June 26 2:00pm - 2:15pm EDT
Read to Blitzen
Children gain confidence by reading aloud to a non-judgmental, friendly dog! Blitzen is certified through the Pets & People Foundation. Sign up online for ONE 15-minute slot PER MONTH. https://gpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/read-to-blitzen-173/
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Wednesday June 26 2:15pm - 2:30pm EDT
Read to Blitzen
Children gain confidence by reading aloud to a non-judgmental, friendly dog! Blitzen is certified through the Pets & People Foundation. Sign up online for ONE 15-minute slot PER MONTH. https://gpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/read-to-blitzen-174/
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Wednesday June 26 2:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
Read to Blitzen
Children gain confidence by reading aloud to a non-judgmental, friendly dog! Blitzen is certified through the Pets & People Foundation. Sign up online for ONE 15-minute slot PER MONTH. https://gpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/read-to-blitzen-175/
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Wednesday June 26 2:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
Read to Blitzen
Children gain confidence by reading aloud to a non-judgmental, friendly dog! Blitzen is certified through the Pets & People Foundation. Sign up online for ONE 15-minute slot PER MONTH. https://gpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/read-to-blitzen-176/
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Wednesday June 26 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Create Your Own Felted Masterpiece (Grades 6-12)
We invite you to create your own felted masterpiece! Fiber Artist Rachel Benson will bring all the supplies and will offer inspiration and instruction as needed. Beginners welcome! For those in Grades 6-12. https://gpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/felting-with......More
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Wednesday June 26 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
YA Escape Room: Camp Energy (Grades 6-12)
We are so excited to be at our camp! The only problem is most things here don’t open until tomorrow! The counselors have decided we have to make use of the things available to us to have fun. Then, in 45 minutes, we will present what we have learned and they will open......More
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Wednesday June 26 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
IN PERSON: Great Books Discussion Group
Please note that signing up for this group once will sign you up for the whole series. You do not need to register for each instance. Thank you. The Great Books Discussion Group will meet IN PERSON. This is a structured group that follows the Great Books program. Ea......More
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Wednesday June 26 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Family Campfire Solstice Event with Groton Conservation Trust
The Groton Conservation Trust and the Groton Public Library invite you to join us for a free event at The General Field on Farmers Row to celebrate the Summer Solstice with s'mores and good company. There will be fire pits, s’mores supplies, and more. BYO camp chairs......More
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Wednesday June 26 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
VIRTUAL: A Look Back at the Trial of O.J. Simpson
Nearly 150 million people watched the stunning verdict as O.J. Simpson was found not guilty of the murder of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ronald Goldman. The nearly-year-long trial gripped the nation, but the case still casts a long shadow. The e......More