Progressive Needham - State Sen. Rebecca Raush

Progressive Needham - State Sen. Rebecca Raush - Not a library sponsored event. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/progressive-needham-state-sen-rebecca-raush/

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

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. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/monkey-mind-belly-breath-childrens-yoga-27/

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Baby Playgroup

Lap time, literacy time, and grown up time to share the joys and challenges of parenting. For parents and babies up to 1 year old. Facilitated by Family Access Community Connections and Needham Youth and Family Services. Registration Required. ......More

Lap time, literacy time, and grown up time to share the joys and challenges of parenting. For parents and babies up to 1 year old. Facilitated by Family Access Community Connections and Needham Youth and Family Services. Registration Required. https://forms.office.com/r/ZF8tGuM7gj   https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/baby-playgroup-9/

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ReThink the Internet - a Book Club for 4th - 6th Graders - Meeting 6 - WITH AUTHOR ZOOM!

The Needham Free Public Library in collaboration with the Needham Community Council’s Mindful Community program, the Needham Online Safety Coalition, and the Becca Schmill Foundation have started something new! It's an all-new Book Club to discuss the book "ReThink t......More

The Needham Free Public Library in collaboration with the Needham Community Council’s Mindful Community program, the Needham Online Safety Coalition, and the Becca Schmill Foundation have started something new! It's an all-new Book Club to discuss the book "ReThink the Internet: How to Make The Digital World a Lot Less Sucky" by Trisha Prabhu for those in Grades 4, 5, and 6! Join Emm (one of our Teen VolunTeens who will be helping to lead discussions), Erin (our Young Adult Librarian), and Paula (our Children's Department Supervisor) as we learn about the digital world and how to effectively (and safely) navigate life online in a safe environment!  Each participant will be given a book to hold onto while the book club is meeting. - generously provided by the Needham Community Council (thank you!).  This book club aims to help those who have (and who may be looking to get) their first phone and/or social media account(s).  We aim to learn to lead with kindness and stop internet hate (before it even begins).  During our meetings, we will discuss different chapters of this (short) book (less than 150 pages) with each meeting date focusing on the next chapter in the book.  There will be 7 meetings over the course of 3 months meeting on Monday afternoons.  We will also have activities and snacks planned around each chapter's discussion as well! AND Fun Fact: Author Trisha Prabhu will be Zooming in with us during one of the meetings too! This is the SIXTH Meeting, and we'll be discussing the different chapters from the book; we'll be focusing on discussing Chapter 6 this week! Join us for 7 meetings to discuss different chapters of the book each meeting! Remaining Meeting Dates (PLEASE be able to attend all, if not most, meetings!) are as follows on Mondays from 3:30 - 4:30 pm: May 20th - Chapter 6 and June 3rd - Chapter 7 & Closing If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to either Young Adult Librarian Erin ([email protected]) or Children's Department Supervisor Paula ([email protected]). https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/rethink-the-internet-a-book-club-for-4th-6th-graders-meeting-6/

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Virtual - Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month with Romance Author Camilla Evergreen

Virtual - Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month with Romance Author Camilla Evergreen: "How to Find Love When You're Weird" **Please register ......More

Virtual - Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month with Romance Author Camilla Evergreen: "How to Find Love When You're Weird" **Please register here for this event and you'll receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails - make sure to check your spam folder for them. The email will be coming from Ashland Public Library** We are thrilled to be chatting with romance author Camilla Evergreen whose book "How to Find Love When You're Weird" makes it clear that people on the spectrum, (in fact, ALL people) are worthy of love and an HEA (happily ever after). In fact, we would posit, that it's the very neurodiverse characteristics that make someone even more attractive to the right person. We can't wait for this conversation and hope you can join us! RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. About the Book: I am a perfectly functional adult. So why is it so hard to get a date? When my father decided last year that I wouldn’t receive my inheritance until I am in a stable relationship, I let the ever-important deadline slip through the cracks. Why bother dating, when I can read, right? Wrong. Now, I have less than two months to find love if I’m going to inherit my cottage home, and even with a stack of self-help books a mile high, things are not looking good. The only man who’s graced me with more than five minutes of his attention is a giant tattooed bar owner. Sure, he’s the most beautiful man I’ve ever seen. And, sure, he keeps appearing in my life. And…sure…when we enter into a fake/practice dating collaboration, it seems an awful lot like the start of a rom-com, but there’s no way our little stint turns into anything else. I absolutely refuse to date anyone who drinks. He may be the gentlest grump now, but I know what alcohol does to people, and I am not looking for someone I think I can trust to hurt me again. No matter what, follow point #1 on my outline: Do NOT fall in love. About Camilla: Camilla Evergreen is an alias of USA Today bestselling author Anne Stryker. Originally intended as a dumping ground for all things lacking fantasy, Camilla/Anne came to the shocking discovery that writing sarcastic, chaotic romcoms full of quippy heroines and adoring heroes has a kick to it. Camilla/Anne’s neurodivergent tendencies leave her hyperfocused on writing sweet and sassy romances from dawn till dusk and lending whatever her current creative obsessions are to her characters. From arranged marriages to falling for the boss, there’s lots of love to go around. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library and in partnership with a multitude of MA Libraries.  https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-celebrating-mental-health-awareness-month-with-romance-author-camilla-evergreen-how-to-find-love-when-youre-weird/

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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-51/...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-51/

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Reading Tutor

Sign up for a 1/2 hour session to help your child build confidence as a reader. Sessions are provided by a local Literacy Specialist who has 29 years of teaching experience. Sessions will be based on your child's needs in decoding, fluency, and/or comprehension. For c......More

Sign up for a 1/2 hour session to help your child build confidence as a reader. Sessions are provided by a local Literacy Specialist who has 29 years of teaching experience. Sessions will be based on your child's needs in decoding, fluency, and/or comprehension. For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/reading-tutor-65/

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Reading Tutor

Sign up for a 1/2 hour session to help your child build confidence as a reader. Sessions are provided by a local Literacy Specialist who has 29 years of teaching experience. Sessions will be based on your child's needs in decoding, fluency, and/or comprehension. For c......More

Sign up for a 1/2 hour session to help your child build confidence as a reader. Sessions are provided by a local Literacy Specialist who has 29 years of teaching experience. Sessions will be based on your child's needs in decoding, fluency, and/or comprehension. For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/reading-tutor-66/

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Reading Tutor

Sign up for a 1/2 hour session to help your child build confidence as a reader. Sessions are provided by a local Literacy Specialist who has 29 years of teaching experience. Sessions will be based on your child's needs in decoding, fluency, and/or comprehension. For c......More

Sign up for a 1/2 hour session to help your child build confidence as a reader. Sessions are provided by a local Literacy Specialist who has 29 years of teaching experience. Sessions will be based on your child's needs in decoding, fluency, and/or comprehension. For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/reading-tutor-67/

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Reading Tutor

Sign up for a 1/2 hour session to help your child build confidence as a reader. Sessions are provided by a local Literacy Specialist who has 29 years of teaching experience. Sessions will be based on your child's needs in decoding, fluency, and/or comprehension. For c......More

Sign up for a 1/2 hour session to help your child build confidence as a reader. Sessions are provided by a local Literacy Specialist who has 29 years of teaching experience. Sessions will be based on your child's needs in decoding, fluency, and/or comprehension. For children in Kindergarten through 5th grade. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/reading-tutor-68/

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Virtual: Democracy Talks: Access to Books in the Context of Mass Incarceration

Virtual: Democracy Talks: Access to Books in the Context of Mass Incarceration **Please register ......More

Virtual: Democracy Talks: Access to Books in the Context of Mass Incarceration **Please register here for this event and you'll receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails - make sure to check your spam folder for them. The email will be coming from Watertown Free Public Library** Kelly Brotzman, Executive Director of the Prison Book Program in Quincy, MA, will discuss mass incarceration in the US, the role of education in reducing recidivism, the critical role books play for people in prison, and Prison Book Program's role in getting reading material to folks behind bars.  Kelly Brotzman is the Executive Director of Prison Book Program in Quincy, a 50-year old nonprofit devoted to sending free, high-quality books and reading materials to people in prisons and jails across the country. Under Kelly's leadership, PBP has grown tremendously, holding nearly 200 volunteer sessions per year and expanding to serve incarcerated readers in all 50 states. Her passion for supporting people in prison comes from her experiences teaching college classes in prisons and volunteering as an academic mentor to incarcerated college students.Prior to joining PBP, Kelly spent 20 years in higher education leading offices and programs dedicated to service-learning and teaching classes about social justice, poverty, and inequality. Kelly has a PhD in social ethics from the University of Chicago. In her free time, she likes looking at contemporary art and antiques and being outside, preferably with dogs.  This program is sponsored by the Watertown Free Public Library.  Registration is required. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-democracy-talks-access-to-books-in-the-context-of-mass-incarceration/

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Marty Gitlin - A Celebration of Animation: The 100 Greatest Cartoon Characters of All Time

Program: Marty Gitlin - A Celebration of Animation: The 100 Greatest Cartoon Characters of All Time Award-winning author and pop culture historian Marty Gitlin hosts this fun and enlightening presentation for all ages based on his book, A Celebration of Animation: T......More

Program: Marty Gitlin - A Celebration of Animation: The 100 Greatest Cartoon Characters of All Time Award-winning author and pop culture historian Marty Gitlin hosts this fun and enlightening presentation for all ages based on his book, A Celebration of Animation: The 100 Greatest Cartoon Characters in Television History. He is the only author to actually rank the greatest cartoon characters ever, such as Popeye, Bugs Bunny, Mickey Mouse, Scooby Doo, Snoopy and SpongeBob SquarePants. Marty will show funny cartoon snippets of characters from the past century, play trivia, discuss the criteria he used to rank the best of the best and speak about their impact on American pop culture. Adults, teens, kids …. this program is fun for everyone!  ABOUT THE Presenter: After a journalism career in which Marty won more than 45 writing awards, he embarked on a freelance writing career that included coverage of the Cleveland Browns (as opposed to a football team). Marty has had over 130 books published since 2006, many in the educational realm, but several highly successful trade books that have resulted in widespread local and national media coverage. Marty will have autographed and personalized copies of his book available for purchase after the event. This event is sponsored by the Library Foundation of Needham.  https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/marty-gitlin-a-celebration-of-animation-the-100-greatest-cartoon-characters-of-all-time/

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

Terrific Toddlers Storytime, Register

Special small room Terrific Toddlers in May. Registration Required. Storytime with songs, rhymes, and movement for children aged 2 and 3 with their caregiver.   https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/terrific-toddlers-storytime-39/

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Needham Extended Day Program

Needham Extended Day Program - Continuing Education for staff. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/needham-extended-day-program-13/

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

Needham SEPAC Meeting

Needham SEPAC Meeting https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/needham-sepac-meeting-4/

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VIRTUAL-Guardians of Truth: Combatting AI Deep Fakes

VIRTUAL-Guardians of Truth: Combatting AI Deep Fakes **Please register ......More

VIRTUAL-Guardians of Truth: Combatting AI Deep Fakes **Please register here for this event and you'll receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails - make sure to check your spam folder for them. The email will be coming from Cary Public Library** In this presentation, we will delve into the intricate world of combating AI deep fakes, exploring the challenges and solutions in preserving the integrity of digital content. From examining examples of deep fakes to ethical considerations, we will uncover the multifaceted strategies and innovations that are shaping the battle against malicious AI-generated misinformation. Join us as we navigate the evolving landscape of digital authenticity and learn how you can safeguard yourself in not being deceived by fake images and news. Jennifer Gehly He is a visionary tech entrepreneur known for her expertise in web design and development, particularly in the non-profits, libraries, education, arts, and higher education industries. She has experience working on complex web design and usability projects for notable organizations such as Smith College, Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Boston Arts Academy, Newton Free Library, and the Harvard/NASA Data System. With a passion for solving real-world problems, she leverages cutting-edge technologies to make a creative and impactful difference. Her captivating web designs facilitate seamless communication and enhance customer service experiences, empowering organizations to amplify their impact. Jennifer's contributions in the library sector have been remarkable, as she leads technology classes, organizes innovative technology conferences that focus on cutting-edge AI and virtual reality technologies, and revolutionizes knowledge sharing by advocating for the development of virtual AI technology spaces and virtual makerspaces. She collaborates with cultural organizations such as the Boston Kids Comics Fest and the Chinese Association of Western Massachusetts to enhance digital platforms, merging technology and artistic vision to foster a deeper appreciation for diverse perspectives. As the founder of WebGlow AI, Jennifer's inspirational leadership propels the company's mission to empower diverse communities, encouraging them to pursue greater technological achievements and create a lasting impact. This program is made possible by the generous donors to the Cary Library Foundation.   https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-guardians-of-truth-combatting-ai-deep-fakes/

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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-90/

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Terrific Toddlers Storytime

Storytime with songs, rhymes, and movement for children aged 2 and 3 with their caregiver.   https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/terrific-toddlers-storytime-41/

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

Raising a Reader

 A 6 week evidence based early literacy program RAR supports parents/caregivers in building and maintaining a shared reading routine at home. Dialogic Reading strategies are shared for engaging children with books. For children ages 0 to 3 with a caregiver.  RAR is o......More

 A 6 week evidence based early literacy program RAR supports parents/caregivers in building and maintaining a shared reading routine at home. Dialogic Reading strategies are shared for engaging children with books. For children ages 0 to 3 with a caregiver.  RAR is offered by Family Access Community Connections in conjunction with Riverside Early Intervention.  Registration Required https://forms.office.com/r/e7Y45upj5m . Participants are expected to attend all 6 sessions. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/raising-a-reader-19/

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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-52/...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-52/

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HYBRID - Science Café - Materials and Medicine: An Evening with MIT Professor and Inventor Robert L

HYBRID - Science Café - Materials and Medicine: An Evening with MIT Professor and Inventor Robert Langer Register directly on Zoom ......More

HYBRID - Science Café - Materials and Medicine: An Evening with MIT Professor and Inventor Robert Langer Register directly on Zoom HERE. The Link will be coming from the Cary Library. LNPs. Lipid nanoparticles. Heard of them ? They are the reason the Moderna and Pfizer COVID vaccines were developed so quickly and able to stem the tide of COVID worldwide. LNPs and the whole field of nanotechnology are revolutionizing how we deliver medicines to patients. Robert Langer, Institute Professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, is a pioneer and leading innovator in this field of nanomedicine and drug delivery. Not only has his research developed remarkable breakthroughs, his patents have been licensed or sub-licensed by over 400 companies. He has also cofounded many companies including Moderna. Join us for our next Science Café as we chat with Prof. Langer and discuss his early influences, his career path and what's next for the field of nanomedicine. Robert Langer is one of 8 Institute Professors at MIT; being an Institute Professor is MIT’s highest honor. His articles have been cited over 420,000 times; his h-index of 321 is the highest of any engineer in history. His patents have licensed or sublicensed to over 400 companies; he is a cofounder of many companies including Moderna. He holds 42 honorary doctorates and has received over 220 awards, including both the United States National Medals of Science and Technology & Innovation (one of 3 living individuals to have received both honors), and has been elected to the National Academies of Medicine, Engineering, Sciences, and Inventors. This is a hybrid program - you can attend in person or watch via Zoom. If you are attending via Zoom, please register to receive the Zoom link. In person attendance is on a first-come basis. Sponsored by the Cary Library Foundation. https://needhamma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/hybrid-science-caf-materials-and-medicine-an-evening-with-mit-professor-and-inventor-robert-langer/

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