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Saturday April 27 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 April 27 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Trash Bash (Grades 6-12)
Let's get together and make a difference in our town! Teens who care about the environment and are looking to help out can meet us in Katie's Garden outside the library and volunteer to help us clean up the library grounds, playground and nearby town areas. Grades 6-......More
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Saturday April 27 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Teen Led Dungeons & Dragons Game (Grades 6-12)
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, we have a D&D game just for you! Dungeons & Dragons is a collaborative role-playing story ......More
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Saturday April 27 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Mountains in Spring Painting on Canvas (Grades 6-12)
Art teacher Julie Harrold will be here to show you how to create a beautiful spring landscape using acrylic paint on canvas. All supplies and instructions will be provided. For Grades 6-12. Julie Harrold has a BFA in Studio Arts, is a former Elementary art teacher/A......More
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Monday April 29 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
VIRTUAL: Author Shaina Steinberg Discusses "Under the Paper Moon"
Author Shaina Steinberg discusses her new historical mystery, Under The Paper Moon. Kate Quinn’s The Rose Code meets Mr. and Mrs. Smith in this intrigue-filled debut, as two former spies who shared more than just missions during WWII reunite in 1948 Los Angeles. Can t......More
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Tuesday April 30 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 April 30 10:00am - 4:30pm EDT
Creative Kids Drop-In Craft
Creative Kids Drop-In Craft Time. Every week, all week! From 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/ca......More
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Tuesday April 30 10:15am - 1:15pm EDT
Lifelong Learning: Dynamic Drawing with Jill Pottle (Spring)
Local artist and talented educator, Jill Pottle, returns to GPL! Jill will teach a series of classes on beginning painting in a small group setting. This is a great class for those coming back to being creative or for people who want to learn a new skills. In this cl......More
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Tuesday April 30 3:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
IN PERSON: Foreign Film Favorites Group
PLEASE NOTE: To better estimate attendance for these events, we ask that you register for each meeting of this group. September 26 Babette’s Feast, Denmark, 7.8, 1 hour 43 minutes In a remote 19th-century Danish village, two sisters lead a rigid life centered aroun......More
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Tuesday April 30 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
VIRTUAL: Understanding Dictatorships
Why are so many countries ruled by dictatorships? How do dictators keep themselves in power, and what factors cause dictatorships to transform into democracies? Dr. Kevin Pallister, Associate Professor of Political Science at Bridgewater College in Virginia will delve......More
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Wednesday May 1 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
OFF-SITE: Reading Ramblers Group
No need to read something specific! Meet other readers at the designated Groton Conservation property to discuss whatever you are currently reading. April 3 - Wattle's Pond https://www.allt......More
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Wednesday May 1 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Peapods Storytime for Ages 0-2
Mother Goose: Storytime for Ages 0-2. Wednesdays, 10:30-11 am OR 11:15-11:45 am. Sign up for each one you plan to attend. September through May. (No Storytime during school vacation). If the weather is nice, sometimes we will hold storytime outside in the garden! ......More
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Wednesday May 1 11:15am - 11:45am EDT
Peapods Storytime for Ages 0-2
Mother Goose: Storytime for Ages 0-2. Wednesdays, 10:30-11 am OR 11:15-11:45 am. Sign up for each one you plan to attend. September through May. (No Storytime during school vacation). If the weather is nice, sometimes we will hold storytime outside in the garden! ......More
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Wednesday May 1 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
IN PERSON: Learn Taiwanese Mahjong
Learn the Taiwanese tile game of Mahjong (not American Mahjong) from Fay Childers. This will be a small group so everyone can get individual instruction. Pick up a new hobby or just come to explore a new topic! Please commit to the entire four-week series when signi......More
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Wednesday May 1 1:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Lifelong Learning: Learning and Loving Painting with Jill Pottle (SPRING)
Local artist and talented educator, Jill Pottle, returns to GPL! Jill will teach a series of classes on beginning painting in a small group setting. This course is for beginning and returning painters who want to acquire fundamental painting skills and new approaches......More
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Wednesday May 1 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Cursive Club for Grades 3-5
Its back! Cast aside the keyboards and learn and/or practice cursive writing in a fun atmosphere with Miss Carrie. Meets first Wednesday October, 2023-May, 2024. Grades 3-5. Registration Required. https://gpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/cursive-club-for-gr......More
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Wednesday May 1 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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Wednesday May 1 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Robotics Battle-bots Challenge (Grade 5-10)
Create a battle ready robot using Lego Mindstorms EV3 kits and compete for prizes. Grades 5-10. https://gpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/robotics-battle-bots-challenge-grade-5-10-32/
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Wednesday May 1 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
IN PERSON: Lifelong Learning: Stories Only You Can Tell - Memoir Writing with Zoann Guernsey
A six-session series running from April 24 through May 29. The perennial favorite returns! Our life experiences are rich with stories and here is your opportunity to record them. Work directly with gifted educator Zoann Guernsey to hone your tale and convey your own ......More
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Wednesday May 1 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Lifelong Learning: Great Decisions with Tommy Lamont
Join Ms. Tommy Lamont to discuss world issues deeply. This series uses the Great Decisions publication and curriculum from the Foreign Policy Association. The group will be small to allow for discussion among all participants. We do ask that you commit to the entire e......More
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Wednesday May 1 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
VIRTUAL: Armchair Travel to Tanzania
Travel with Jack Holmes on safari in Tanzania and search for wildlife in the National Parks -- Serengeti, Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and other far out places. Visit with the local people and experience travel in this amazing country. Led by Jack Holmes, a travel ph......More
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Thursday May 2 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Storytime for 3, 4, & 5 Year Olds with Miss Jacquie
Join Miss Jacquie (aka "Strega Mama") for an interactive storytime full of laughter and fun! Geared toward ages 3-5. Please sign up -- space is limited. https://gpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-for-3-4-5-year-olds-featuring-miss-jacquie-aka-strega-mama-......More
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Thursday May 2 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
Hula Hoop Movement with Emma PreK-Grade 2
Hula Hoop Class with Miss Emma for PreK-Grade 2. Learn cool moves using a hula hoop! Games, dance, and movement. Hoops provided. This event will be held outside in the garden; However, if the weather is not conducive, we will move inside to Sibley Hall. Generously......More
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Thursday May 2 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 May 2 4:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Read Aloud with Jennie
Miss Jennie Fitzkee, a teacher from the Groton Community School, is one of the most amazing, dynamic storytellers! She will read from the best children's chapter books for children in grades K-2. You will NOT want to miss out! This read-aloud meets the first and third......More
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Thursday May 2 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Flip Book Animation (Grades 6-12)
In this 2 class workshop (April 25 and May 2) we will use light boxes and flip book animation paper to create our own flip books. Choose to drawing a setting, character or object and consecutively make small changes to each page. When you flip all the pages together......More
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Thursday May 2 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
VIRTUAL: Digital Decluttering: Organize and Free Up Storage Space
Wondering how to easily delete all those emails? Tired of the “running out of space” messages on your phone? Log on and learn how to declutter your devices with best-selling author and organizing humorist Jamie Novak. During this virtual program she’ll guide you throu......More
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Friday May 3 10:15am - 11:00am EDT
Yoga & Literacy with Ellen Olson-Brown for Ages 3-5
Yoga & Literacy with Ellen Olson-Brown for ages 3-5. Your preschooler will learn gentle yoga and early literacy skills with certified yoga instructor Ellen! Space is limited for these programs. Sign up @ gpl.org starting April 1. Preference is given to Groton resid......More
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Friday May 3 3:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
Game Lounge (Grades 6-12)
Game On! We'll have the Nintendo Switch set up, and laptops and board games available too. (for students in Grades 6-12). Sign ups are appreciated, but drop ins are welcome too. https://gpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/game-lounge-grades-6-12-22/
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Friday May 3 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Creative Writing Club (Grades 5-10)
Want to strengthen your writing voice? Develop a deeper understanding of writing? Forge the path to publication? Join published authors Paige and Sanna to hone your writing craft! You can bring a piece you are already working on or start a new project. For those in gr......More
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Saturday May 4 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Teen Led Dungeons & Dragons Game (Grades 6-12)
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, we have a D&D game just for you! Dungeons & Dragons is a collaborative role-playing story ......More
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Sunday May 5 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
IN PERSON: Visible Mending with Cathy Karp
Come and learn how to mend your woven or knit items. Beginners welcome. A few simple stitches will be introduced along with an explanation of the variety of threads and materials that can be used to create a a unique and sustainable piece of clothing. Drop by to find ......More
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Sunday May 5 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
VIRTUAL: Asian Art Series: Glorious Civilizations: An Exploration of Southeast Asia
Spend your Sunday afternoon learning about the arts of Asia from experts at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco! Each month will focus on a unique topic from this vast, diverse, and ever evolving continent. RECORDING NOTE: These talks are NOT recorded. May 5 @......More
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Monday May 6 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
VIRTUAL: A Look Back at the Life and Career of Gregory Peck
Explore the life and career of Gregory Peck, one of the 20th century’s most iconic stars. From his many screen performances to his theatrical endeavors to his personal tragedies to his charity work, this is one actor whose impact on cinema is felt to this day. Mandosa......More
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Tuesday May 7 All Day
ACTIVITY: Spice Club
Join us for our Spice Club! Pick up any time after the published start date. Samples available for the duration of the listed month. Each month will feature a different spice or spice mix from around the world. The spice kit will include a small amount of the spice,......More
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Tuesday May 7 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 May 7 10:00am - 4:30pm EDT
Creative Kids Drop-In Craft
Creative Kids Drop-In Craft Time. Every week, all week! From 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/ca......More
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Tuesday May 7 10:15am - 1:15pm EDT
Lifelong Learning: Dynamic Drawing with Jill Pottle (Spring)
Local artist and talented educator, Jill Pottle, returns to GPL! Jill will teach a series of classes on beginning painting in a small group setting. This is a great class for those coming back to being creative or for people who want to learn a new skills. In this cl......More
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Tuesday May 7 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
IN PERSON: Let's Talk About...Guns and Responsibility
Come together with a small group of members of the Groton Community to practice discussing challenging and often divisive topics. The goal of these conversations is not to debate or change one another's opinions, but to build understanding of one another and find ways......More
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Tuesday May 7 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Book Worms for Grades 4 & 5
Join a fun, relaxed group with Miss Carrie for Grades 4 & 5. We meet on the first Tuesday of every month from October, 2023-May 2024. https://gpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/book-worms-for-grades-4-5-39/
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Tuesday May 7 5:00pm - 5:45pm EDT
Comics Club (Grades 3-5)
Do you love to draw? Do you love to read comics and graphic novels? Join Comics Club and draw, write and create your own comics or graphic novels. You could also bring your own project to work on or start a new one. Basic materials provided. Meets on the first T......More
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Tuesday May 7 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 May 7 7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
IN PERSON: Game Night for Adults
Drop-in for an evening of tabletop games! Whether you're a seasoned gamer or a curious newcomer, we welcome all to get hooked on the amazing hobby of tabletop board games. Each month we will feature a title and then pivot to open play where you can choose from a selec......More
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Tuesday May 7 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
VIRTUAL: Brunch with Empty Nest Kitchen
Turn a few simple eggs into a lovely brunch, bright with flavor and perfect for spring with Chef Christine Van Bloem of the Empty Nest Kitchen. You’ll learn how to perfectly poach eggs, whip up a no-hassle hollandaise, and have fluffy, lemony pancakes with their very ......More