MOVED TO ONLINE - South of Boston Board Game Meetup

Due to the inclement weather, the meetup will take place online instead of at the library. Visit the meetup page for more information. The Ventress Memorial Library is excited to hos......More

Due to the inclement weather, the meetup will take place online instead of at the library. Visit the meetup page for more information. The Ventress Memorial Library is excited to host the South of Boston Board Game Meetup on Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. The group began as an inclusive community of board gamers in the South Shore area and beyond. Their goal is to bring people together to share their love of board games in a welcoming and friendly environment. Come by and play games like Azul: Summer Pavilion, Wingspan, and Bohnanza. Never heard of any of these games? That's okay! New and veteran players welcome. Also, have a game you don't play? Bring a game to swap with other attendees. This free meetup is open to the public. https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/moved-to-online-south-of-boston-board-game-meetup/

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Toddler Storytime

This lively librarian led weekly storytime is for children ages 13 months through 2 years old and their caregivers. We'll read stories, sing songs, and move around! This program encourages early literacy and social interaction through listening, movement, singing, and......More

This lively librarian led weekly storytime is for children ages 13 months through 2 years old and their caregivers. We'll read stories, sing songs, and move around! This program encourages early literacy and social interaction through listening, movement, singing, and play. No registration required. https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/toddler-storytime-81/

Children's Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Preschool Storytime

This fast paced librarian led storytime is for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers. This program encourages early literacy and social interaction through imagination, repetition, movement and socialization. No registration required.  https://ventresslibrary.assabetin......More

This fast paced librarian led storytime is for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers. This program encourages early literacy and social interaction through imagination, repetition, movement and socialization. No registration required.  https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/preschool-storytime-79/

Children's Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Fiber Arts Drop In

Call all current and future fiber artists! We will be hosting monthly drop in Fiber Craft nights where you can meet up with fellow crafters, learn a new technique, and get help with your projects. All fiber crafts welcome! Our adult services librarian, Sarah, will be ......More

Call all current and future fiber artists! We will be hosting monthly drop in Fiber Craft nights where you can meet up with fellow crafters, learn a new technique, and get help with your projects. All fiber crafts welcome! Our adult services librarian, Sarah, will be on hand to offer knitting and crochet help. Beginners welcome -- we will have a limited supply of yarn and needles for teaching purposes. https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/fiber-arts-drop-in-4/

Adelaide Phillips Conference Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Open Play

Drop by the Children's Program Room to play with some of the library's fun toys! Best for children up to five years old. Adult supervision required at all times. https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/open-play-2/

Children's Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Drop In Arts + Crafts

Children will create fun process art, or simple child led crafts alongside their caregivers. This event is best for children ages 2 -5 years old, though younger and older siblings are always welcome. This program will sometimes get messy! No registration required.  ......More

Children will create fun process art, or simple child led crafts alongside their caregivers. This event is best for children ages 2 -5 years old, though younger and older siblings are always welcome. This program will sometimes get messy! No registration required.  https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/drop-in-arts-crafts-15/

Children's Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Midday Mindfulness

Take a break from work and the bustle of this season to spend a bit of time practicing mindfulness. Each week we will try a brief mindfulness practice, such as a breathing exercise or meditation, then spend some time doing a quiet creative activity or craft. Drop-ins ......More

Take a break from work and the bustle of this season to spend a bit of time practicing mindfulness. Each week we will try a brief mindfulness practice, such as a breathing exercise or meditation, then spend some time doing a quiet creative activity or craft. Drop-ins and people who can't stay the whole hour are welcome. https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/midday-mindfulness-14/

Adelaide Phillips Conference Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Drop In Valentine Arts + Crafts

Join us for some Valentine fun! We will have mixed media items for arts and crafts. This program is intended for children of all ages. Children must be supervised by their caregivers at all times. No registration required. While supplies last.  https://ventresslibra......More

Join us for some Valentine fun! We will have mixed media items for arts and crafts. This program is intended for children of all ages. Children must be supervised by their caregivers at all times. No registration required. While supplies last.  https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/drop-in-valentine-arts-crafts/

Children's Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Pop Up Art Studio: Clay Flowers

Create a beautiful floral display using air-dry clay! https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/pop-up-art-studio-clay-flowers/

Library Plaza Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Contemporary Book Group

Beth and her gentle, kind husband Frank are happily married, but their relationship relies on the past staying buried. But when Beth’s brother-in-law shoots a dog going after their sheep, Beth doesn’t realize that the gunshot will alter the course of their lives. For......More

Beth and her gentle, kind husband Frank are happily married, but their relationship relies on the past staying buried. But when Beth’s brother-in-law shoots a dog going after their sheep, Beth doesn’t realize that the gunshot will alter the course of their lives. For the dog belonged to none other than Gabriel Wolfe, the man Beth loved as a teenager—the man who broke her heart years ago. Gabriel has returned to the village with his young son Leo, a boy who reminds Beth very much of her own son, who died in a tragic accident. As Beth is pulled back into Gabriel’s life, tensions around the village rise and dangerous secrets and jealousies from the past resurface, this time with deadly consequences. Beth is forced to make a choice between the woman she once was, and the woman she has become. A sweeping love story with the pace and twists of a thriller, Broken Country is a novel of simmering passion, impossible choices, and explosive consequences that toggles between the past and present to explore the far-reaching legacy of first love. https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/contemporary-book-group-94/

Historical Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Poppies - Veterans Spouse Meeting

Weekly meeting of Poppies https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/poppies-veterans-spouse-meeting-292/

Library Plaza Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Free Feeding Support Group

Please join us for a free weekly feeding support group! This group is led by Katie Flaherty- Marshfield mom, nurse and lactation consultant! We support all families who are breastfeeding and/or bottle feeding (breastmilk or formula- we love it all)! An infant scale is......More

Please join us for a free weekly feeding support group! This group is led by Katie Flaherty- Marshfield mom, nurse and lactation consultant! We support all families who are breastfeeding and/or bottle feeding (breastmilk or formula- we love it all)! An infant scale is provided for weighted feeds. Bring your baby, coffee, questions and make some mom-friends! https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/free-feeding-support-group-76/

Children's Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Teen RPG Meetup - Dolmenwood

Have you ever wanted to try a role-playing game? Maybe you've painted some really cool figures in our Miniature Club and you want to give them a try on the table? Come check out the Teen RPG meetup! It's always a great time to join - this campaign is easy for players......More

Have you ever wanted to try a role-playing game? Maybe you've painted some really cool figures in our Miniature Club and you want to give them a try on the table? Come check out the Teen RPG meetup! It's always a great time to join - this campaign is easy for players to drop in at any point. Our adventure is set in the wonderfully weird world of Dolmenwood, a setting inspired by the fairy tales and eerie folklore of the British Isles. For grades 6-12. Registration appreciated, max of 5 players per session.  https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-rpg-meetup-dolmenwood-3/

Adelaide Phillips Conference Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Winter Sowing Workshop

Learn about how to propagate native seeds that will grow in our local area! Each participant will receive seeds to take home. https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/winter-sowing-workshop/

Library Plaza Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Read to a Dog

Children of all ages are invited to stop by to read to one of our dog friends from Cohasset Working Dogs. Our furry friend will be here for 45 minutes. Please check in with the Children's Librarian when you get here to get your name on the reading list. Children must......More

Children of all ages are invited to stop by to read to one of our dog friends from Cohasset Working Dogs. Our furry friend will be here for 45 minutes. Please check in with the Children's Librarian when you get here to get your name on the reading list. Children must be supervised at all times. https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/read-to-a-dog-14/

Children's Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Amigurumi Affirmations

Crochet a cute Amigurumi with a positive message! Pattern and materials will be provided. Suitable for advanced beginners -- if you know how to do the basic stitches, we can help you made a stuffed toy! https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/amiguru......More

Crochet a cute Amigurumi with a positive message! Pattern and materials will be provided. Suitable for advanced beginners -- if you know how to do the basic stitches, we can help you made a stuffed toy! https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/amigurumi-affirmations/

Library Plaza Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Vacation Week Drop In Crafts

Looking for something fun to do on school vacation week? Stop by the Children's Program Room for some fun and simple arts and crafts time! This program is intended for children of all ages. Caregivers must supervise children at all times. While supplies last, no regis......More

Looking for something fun to do on school vacation week? Stop by the Children's Program Room for some fun and simple arts and crafts time! This program is intended for children of all ages. Caregivers must supervise children at all times. While supplies last, no registration required. https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/vacation-week-drop-in-crafts/

Children's Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Puzzle Art

Come create artwork with an additional challenge, using upcycled old puzzles featuring a variety of styles, shapes, and colors all participants will  puzzle pieces as well as paint to create a piece of artwork.  https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calenda......More

Come create artwork with an additional challenge, using upcycled old puzzles featuring a variety of styles, shapes, and colors all participants will  puzzle pieces as well as paint to create a piece of artwork.  https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/puzzle-art-2/

Adelaide Phillips Conference Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050