Block Printing with Anne Nydam

Block Printing with Anne Nydam for Ages 16 and up Block printing is a distinctive and dramatic art form with a long history and a modern feel. Come learn how to design, carve, and print your own rubber block print to make original art which could be printed as note ......More

Block Printing with Anne Nydam for Ages 16 and up Block printing is a distinctive and dramatic art form with a long history and a modern feel. Come learn how to design, carve, and print your own rubber block print to make original art which could be printed as note cards to send to friends and family, or framed and hung on the wall. Whether you have lots of experience with art or have never tried before, this is a great opportunity to give your creative side a chance to play. Limited to 20. Sponsored by the Friends of the Needham Public Library. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/block-printing-with-anne-nydam/

Library Community Room Needham Free Public Library, 1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Chinese Storytime

A storytime in Chinese to promote reading, speaking and learning about Chinese culture. For ages 2 to 5 with an adult.   https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/chinese-storytime-28/

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CinemaKidz Pokemon Adventures

CinemaKidz Pokemon Adventures is a  6 session series where kids learn movie making. Participants will explore how to craft their own Pokémon tales, design costumes, and film a short narrative that blends hand drawn and animated settings and backgrounds with live-actio......More

CinemaKidz Pokemon Adventures is a  6 session series where kids learn movie making. Participants will explore how to craft their own Pokémon tales, design costumes, and film a short narrative that blends hand drawn and animated settings and backgrounds with live-action performances and exhilarating special effect power-ups added in post-production! For ages 5 to 8. Registration is closed. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/cinemakidz-pokemon-adventures-8/

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Monkey Mind Belly Breath Children's Yoga

Joanie Woodward's program joyfully weaves laughter, yoga, mindfulness, deep belly breathing, art, and reading.  For children ages 2 and up. Start your week off with a mindful note on Monday mornings!   Her children’s book “Seven Little Monkeys” was awarded the Natio......More

Joanie Woodward's program joyfully weaves laughter, yoga, mindfulness, deep belly breathing, art, and reading.  For children ages 2 and up. Start your week off with a mindful note on Monday mornings!   Her children’s book “Seven Little Monkeys” was awarded the National Parenting Publications Honors Award and the reason she is a sought after teacher and presenter at the nation's largest Kids Yoga Conference in Washington, D.C. and at libraries, schools and museums. Sponsored by the Friends of the Needham Public Library. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/monkey-mind-belly-breath-childrens-yoga-45/

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Teen Group Takeover with Tony! (for Middle School and High Schoolers)

Come join one of Needham's Community Outreach Clinicians, Tony Serio and our Young Adult Librarian, Erin Bassett as we meet for 2 different back-to back sessions of snacks and facts.  We'll be meeting most Mondays after school in the Needham Community Room for Common ......More

Come join one of Needham's Community Outreach Clinicians, Tony Serio and our Young Adult Librarian, Erin Bassett as we meet for 2 different back-to back sessions of snacks and facts.  We'll be meeting most Mondays after school in the Needham Community Room for Common Ground Conversations and Brain Break Activities (and yes, the snacks will be coming back too). To be able to facilitate more meaningful conversations, we've decided to mix it up this year with 2 different sessions! High Schoolers will meet first from 2:45 - 3:30 pm and Middle Schoolers are welcome to join in from 3:30 - 4:15 pm We'll also have some tables set up at the back of the room in case teens would like to come down and do their homework inside the Community Room. If you have any questions about these drop-in sessions, feel free to reach out to either Tony at [email protected] or Erin at [email protected] and they'll be happy to help out. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-group-takeover-with-tony-for-middle-school-and-high-schoolers-7/

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Budding Bookworms

A storytime just for infants from newborn to not-yet walking and their caregivers.  Rhymes, stories, fingerplays, and bounces in the storytime room.  Size is limited, registration required.  https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/budding-bookworms-118/...More

A storytime just for infants from newborn to not-yet walking and their caregivers.  Rhymes, stories, fingerplays, and bounces in the storytime room.  Size is limited, registration required.  https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/budding-bookworms-118/

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Wrapping Party - Bring your presents, wrap them up!

Holidays got you stressed?  Haven't found the time to wrap anything yet?  Bring your unwrapped gifts to our Wrapping Party!  We'll have plenty of wrapping paper, tape, scissors, bows, and ribbons - bring your own or use our supplies - just come and have a good time an......More

Holidays got you stressed?  Haven't found the time to wrap anything yet?  Bring your unwrapped gifts to our Wrapping Party!  We'll have plenty of wrapping paper, tape, scissors, bows, and ribbons - bring your own or use our supplies - just come and have a good time and get creative - maybe even learn how to make your own bow or wrap something a little more unconventionally by making your own wrapping paper box! Any questions can be directed toward Erin the Young Adult Librarian at neeya @ minlib.net *Please note that presents will not provided and that you must bring your own items to wrap* https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/wrapping-party-bring-your-presents-wrap-them-up/

Library Community Room Needham Free Public Library, 1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Kids Coding Club - Fiero Code

Calling all coders! Come join our introductory Block Coding Club for 7-12 year olds. We will be using Fiero Club gamified lessons to explore block coding (think Scratch!) as a group. All levels of experience are welcome.  The Club meets on Tuesdays at 4 PM. Snacks ......More

Calling all coders! Come join our introductory Block Coding Club for 7-12 year olds. We will be using Fiero Club gamified lessons to explore block coding (think Scratch!) as a group. All levels of experience are welcome.  The Club meets on Tuesdays at 4 PM. Snacks will be provided. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/kids-coding-club-fiero-code-3/

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Spanish Storytime

A special story time in Spanish to promote reading, speaking and learning Spanish and Spanish culture. For ages 2 to 5 with an adult. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/spanish-storytime-5/

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Early Release Day Craft

Drop in seasonal craft in the Children's snack room. For ages 5 and up while supplies last. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/early-release-day-craft/

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Needham Housing Coalition

Needham Housing Coalition - Not a library sponsored event https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/needham-housing-coalition-15/

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Hugh Hanley Circle of Friends

Hugh Hanley has been singing with young children for many years in his work as an early childhood educator, music specialist, and entertainer.  His work has helped him gain an understanding of young children as developing music makers.  He draws from a wide repertoire......More

Hugh Hanley has been singing with young children for many years in his work as an early childhood educator, music specialist, and entertainer.  His work has helped him gain an understanding of young children as developing music makers.  He draws from a wide repertoire of songs, fingerplays, and music activities that are highly engaging. For ages 2 and up. Non-registered children will be let in if there is space available after 10:10 am. Sponsored by the Friends of the Needham Public Library. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/hugh-hanley-circle-of-friends-43/

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Beads and Buttons Crafternoon - An Off-Site Program for ages 13 - 18

Ages 13 - 18 are welcome to come be creative with our Young Adult Librarian, Erin, down the hill at the Rosemary Recreation Complex to create who knows what with Beads and Buttons! All materials needed will be provided - including canvases of all sizes and an iron to......More

Ages 13 - 18 are welcome to come be creative with our Young Adult Librarian, Erin, down the hill at the Rosemary Recreation Complex to create who knows what with Beads and Buttons! All materials needed will be provided - including canvases of all sizes and an iron to create some fuse melted perler bead projects to bring home of your own! If you have any questions at all, please feel free to reach out to Young Adult Librarian, Erin Bassett, at [email protected] **Please note that the location of this and a few other Teen Programs that are happening this Fall and part of Winter will take place OFF SITE at other locations due to the renovation of our Teen Space happening between September 2025 and March 2026** Funding for this program made possible by the use of Library State Aid. Registration not required, though extremely helpful as to determine how many things to provide as supplies will be limited. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/beads-and-buttons-crafternoon-an-off-site-program-for-ages-13-18/

Rosemary Recreation Complex 178 Rosemary St, Needham, MA, 02494

Lego Time

Drop-in Lego Time Thursday afternoons in the Storybook Room.  Come build creations with the Library's large Lego supply. For children ages 5 and up.  Younger children will not be allowed in the room because of small pieces. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com......More

Drop-in Lego Time Thursday afternoons in the Storybook Room.  Come build creations with the Library's large Lego supply. For children ages 5 and up.  Younger children will not be allowed in the room because of small pieces. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lego-time-172/

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Thursday Evening Book Club: The Keeper of Happy Endings by Barbara Davis

Evening Book Club This month's title: The Keeper of Happy Endings by Barbara Davis https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/nfpl-evening-book-club-the-keeper-of-happy-endings-by-barbara-davis/

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Take and Make Craft Pick-Up : Perler Bead Fun (For Ages 13 - 18)

The Young Adult Librarian, Erin, has another craft for teens!  Register for this program to bring home a bag for yourself to be completed on your own time :) Are you between the ages of 13 and 18?  Like to be creative? Interested in fusing things together just by he......More

The Young Adult Librarian, Erin, has another craft for teens!  Register for this program to bring home a bag for yourself to be completed on your own time :) Are you between the ages of 13 and 18?  Like to be creative? Interested in fusing things together just by heating them up? See how plastic melds together to form one solid thing by heating it for a few seconds!  Register for this easy perler bead kit!  Registration is limited to the first 15 people at the moment, each participant will need to sign up individually for a kit. Registration will close when the event is full (or at the end of the day on December 20th).  Each kit will have slightly different contents.  Materials needed will be provided in the kits. Kits include: - A few peg boards to be able to design to your hearts content - A few pieces of parchment paper - A container of regular Perler Beads - A container of special Perler Beads - Printed fun facts and information sheets / instructions to be able to complete projects safely - NOT INCLUDED: an Iron / heat source *Parental supervision may be recommended for younger participants while working with an Iron* Happy Crafting! Any questions?  Feel free to email Erin at [email protected] **REGISTRATION CLOSES SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20TH AT 1 PM** https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/take-and-make-craft-pick-up-perler-bead-fun-for-ages-13-18/

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Music at the Blissful

Music at the Blissful Classes are specifically designed to help babies and toddlers work on their physical development, social development, language development and spatial awareness. A safe environment for babies and toddlers to learn and explore while keeping stress......More

Music at the Blissful Classes are specifically designed to help babies and toddlers work on their physical development, social development, language development and spatial awareness. A safe environment for babies and toddlers to learn and explore while keeping stress levels low. For infants and toddlers ages 0 to 3.  https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/music-at-the-blissful-27/

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Family Craft Morning

Drop in the Snack Center in the Children's Room and create puff paint snowman. All ages. Ages 0 to 5 with an adult. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/family-craft-morning-18/

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Pint Size Yoga

Little ones will be guided in stretching and breathing through age appropriate poses along with dancing and games that incorporate yoga in each activity.  Yoga mat squares provided. Best for ages 4-7.  Child-only participation encouraged. Registration Required! Thi......More

Little ones will be guided in stretching and breathing through age appropriate poses along with dancing and games that incorporate yoga in each activity.  Yoga mat squares provided. Best for ages 4-7.  Child-only participation encouraged. Registration Required! This program is generously sponsored by the Library Foundation of Needham. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/pint-size-yoga-11/

Library Community Room Needham Free Public Library, 1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Preschool Palooza

Join librarian Elise for 45 minutes of songs, stories, and movement!   For children ages 3 through 6. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/preschool-palooza-228/

Library Community Room Needham Free Public Library, 1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Teen Group Takeover with Tony! (for Middle School and High Schoolers)

Come join one of Needham's Community Outreach Clinicians, Tony Serio and our Young Adult Librarian, Erin Bassett as we meet for 2 different back-to back sessions of snacks and facts.  We'll be meeting most Mondays after school in the Needham Community Room for Common ......More

Come join one of Needham's Community Outreach Clinicians, Tony Serio and our Young Adult Librarian, Erin Bassett as we meet for 2 different back-to back sessions of snacks and facts.  We'll be meeting most Mondays after school in the Needham Community Room for Common Ground Conversations and Brain Break Activities (and yes, the snacks will be coming back too). To be able to facilitate more meaningful conversations, we've decided to mix it up this year with 2 different sessions! High Schoolers will meet first from 2:45 - 3:30 pm and Middle Schoolers are welcome to join in from 3:30 - 4:15 pm We'll also have some tables set up at the back of the room in case teens would like to come down and do their homework inside the Community Room. If you have any questions about these drop-in sessions, feel free to reach out to either Tony at [email protected] or Erin at [email protected] and they'll be happy to help out. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-group-takeover-with-tony-for-middle-school-and-high-schoolers-8/

Library Community Room Needham Free Public Library, 1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Budding Bookworms

A storytime just for infants from newborn to not-yet walking and their caregivers.  Rhymes, stories, fingerplays, and bounces in the storytime room.  Size is limited, registration required.  https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/budding-bookworms-119/...More

A storytime just for infants from newborn to not-yet walking and their caregivers.  Rhymes, stories, fingerplays, and bounces in the storytime room.  Size is limited, registration required.  https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/budding-bookworms-119/

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Monthly Memory Café

The Needham Community Council, in partnership with the Needham Free Public Library, the Council on Aging, Needham Youth & Family Services, and the Needham Public Health Division, is pleased to announce the launch of monthly Memory Cafés that are open to the public (pr......More

The Needham Community Council, in partnership with the Needham Free Public Library, the Council on Aging, Needham Youth & Family Services, and the Needham Public Health Division, is pleased to announce the launch of monthly Memory Cafés that are open to the public (pre-registration requested but not required).  Memory Cafés will be welcoming, stigma-free social gatherings where individuals living with dementia and their care partners can relax, connect, and enjoy time together in a supportive environment.  Memory Cafés will be held on the fourth Tuesday of each month beginning at 10:30am in the Community Room of the Needham Free Public Library, except for the months of January and May when they will take place at a location TBA. Questions or to register for the program: Please contact Stephanie Knoch, program manager, at 781-444-2415 x2030 or [email protected]. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/monthly-memory-caf-4/

Library Community Room Needham Free Public Library, 1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Kids Coding Club - Fiero Code

Calling all coders! Come join our introductory Block Coding Club for 7-12 year olds. We will be using Fiero Club gamified lessons to explore block coding (think Scratch!) as a group. All levels of experience are welcome.  The Club meets on Tuesdays at 4 PM. Snacks ......More

Calling all coders! Come join our introductory Block Coding Club for 7-12 year olds. We will be using Fiero Club gamified lessons to explore block coding (think Scratch!) as a group. All levels of experience are welcome.  The Club meets on Tuesdays at 4 PM. Snacks will be provided. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/kids-coding-club-fiero-code-4/

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