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Wednesday May 1 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Let's Talk About Gardening
We will discuss gardening in New England. Depending on students' interests, topics might include local plants, climate-related challenges, seasonal changes, gardening resources, and public gardens nearby. There will be reading and conversation to help students learn voc......More
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Wednesday May 1 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Draw Along Creatures
Draw Along Creatures continues with a focus on deer! After creating a drawing of this popular creature from simple shapes, the artist instructor will show you how to create scenes from just your imagination. Registration (required) is only available for ages 7-10 and w......More
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Wednesday May 1 6:30pm - 7:15pm EDT
Book Bunch
Do you have a young reader in first or second grade? Each month kids will be asked to read a book covering different genres and styles. At each meeting we will discuss the story and then complete activities that go along with the book.We meet once a month on the followi......More
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Wednesday May 1 6:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
Magic: The Gathering
Play Magic: The Gathering on the first and third Wednesday of each month in our Teen Area. Sometimes we have a volunteer Dan, but other Wednesdays the meet up is self-lead. Otherwise, the space is open for teens to meetup and play. Please bring cards if you have them! W......More
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Wednesday May 1 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Everyday English Conversations
The best way to become comfortable with English is to speak it in everyday life. In this class we will practice conversations in common situations, with a different topic every week. Past topics have included talking to a doctor, making “small talk," and telling persona......More
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Thursday May 2 9:00am - 2:00pm EDT
SCORE Small Business Counseling
Register (required) here or call 617-565-5591. Please register here for virtual meetings. SCORE volunteers provide area small business owners with free, one-hour counseling and advice sessions. SCORE, America’s premier source of free and confidential small business advi......More
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Thursday May 2 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Basic English Grammar
This is a grammar class for beginners. We will study several verb tenses (simple present, present progressive, etc.), modals ("can," "should," etc.), and nouns. We will also do a variety of speaking activities in groups and pairs.The class meets in person (on the first ......More
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Thursday May 2 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
ELL - Expressions for Everyday Life
We will learn how to use many common English expressions, and we will practice speaking together and in small groups. This class is for intermediate to advanced English learners. No registration is required. Come when you can!This class meets on Zoom on Thursdays at 10:......More
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Thursday May 2 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Make Way for Storytime
Join us for storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Start your day with stories, songs and rhymes led by Newton Free Library children’s librarians. For children 0-2 and their caregivers.
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Thursday May 2 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Being a Parent in America
Being a Parent in America is a conversation class about parenting for English learners. Learn about American parenting practices and share your own culture's ideas about child-rearing. The class is led by the former Boston Globe parenting columnist. It is open to parent......More
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Thursday May 2 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Learn How to Use Libby, hoopla, & Kanopy (Virtual)
Get an introduction to our three most popular digital services so you can start accessing books, audiobooks, music, movies and more from home. Learn how to download or stream with Libby, hoopla and Kanopy! On the day of the event you will receive an email with a link to......More
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Thursday May 2 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Make Way for Storytime
Join us for storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Start your day with stories, songs and rhymes led by Newton Free Library children’s librarians. For children 0-2 and their caregivers.
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Thursday May 2 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Gabbing, Games, and Grammar
In this class we will practice speaking through conversation and games. We will also learn some grammar and common English expressions. This class is intended for intermediate English learners. Students must be able to attend all eight sessions.This class meets in perso......More
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Thursday May 2 12:00pm - 12:30pm EDT
One-on-One Tech Time
Got tech questions? Get tech answers! Sign up for a 30 minute one-on-one Tech Time help session with one of our staff members. These sessions are good for people with questions regarding:Basic computer skills and questionsE-readers and mobile devicesInternet searchingE......More
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Thursday May 2 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT
One-on-One Tech Time
Got tech questions? Get tech answers! Sign up for a 30 minute one-on-one Tech Time help session with one of our staff members. These sessions are good for people with questions regarding:Basic computer skills and questionsE-readers and mobile devicesInternet searchingE......More
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Thursday May 2 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Haiku Hoopla
Stop by for interactive stations and activities celebrating the art of haiku! Beginners and experienced poets will be able to craft their own haiku and then decorate a poster with their poem for display in the Children's Room! Recommended for kids ages 7 and up.
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Thursday May 2 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
ELL - Let's Talk on Zoom!
A conversation group for intermediate English learners. No registration is required. Come when you can!This class meets on Zoom on Thursdays at 7:00 p.m., from April 11 until June 13, 2024.The teacher's name is Margaret. For the Zoom link or more information, please con......More
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Thursday May 2 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Opening Reception for Raksha Soni (In Person)
The public is welcome to attend the opening reception by Raksha Soni. Refreshments will be served.The Spirit of Indian Folk Art, Raksha Soni - GalleryI am fascinated by the richness and diversity of traditional Indian folk-art forms, which has been an important part of ......More
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Thursday May 2 7:15pm - 8:20pm EDT
Find Happiness through Mindfulness, Yoga & Meditation (Virtual)
Experience ancient practices of breathing and meditation in an informal virtual setting. Discover secrets to increasing happiness in everyday life and learn ways to make it grow each day. No previous experience required. Sessions are led by mindfulness, yoga and meditat......More
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Friday May 3 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Learning about American History with a Focus on Massachusetts
Learn about United States history with a special focus on Massachusetts. We will discuss the founding of Massachusetts, the beginning of the United States, the Civil War, immigration, and the Civil Rights Movement. Classes will include lectures and reading different doc......More
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Friday May 3 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Let's Talk About Food
Let's Talk About Food is a class for intermediate to advanced English learners. We explore food traditions from other cultures and discuss how food is much more than just a source of energy; it also gives us health, social connection, and pleasure. We also discuss facts......More
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Friday May 3 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
My First Storytime
A songs and stories lapsit program for children, birth through 23 months, and their caregivers.
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Friday May 3 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - 20th and 21st Century Women
In this class we will discuss the lives of women in the arts, government, broadcast journalism, and social sciences. Together, we will identify their challenges and the traits or experiences that contributed to their success or personal growth. This class is intended fo......More
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Friday May 3 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
DIY Bird Houses (in person)
Welcome spring and new winged visitors to your yard with a DIY bird house. Assemble and paint a small bird house to hang in your yard. For more information, email Erica at [email protected] All materials will be supplied at this in-person event.
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Friday May 3 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
ELL - Let's Talk About the News
We will practice conversation and learn vocabulary by talking about the news and current events. This class is for intermediate to advanced English learners. No registration is required. Come when you can!This class meets on Zoom on Fridays at 2:00 p.m., from April 5 un......More
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Friday May 3 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Painting Pals
Join the team from Kidcasso for a fun filled afternoon of painting! Registration (required) will be available for ages 4-7 starting on Friday, April 19.
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Saturday May 4 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Pint Sized Yoga
Join experienced children's yoga instructor Carol Kagan for a program filled with creative movement and yoga postures adapted for young children. Carol uses seasonal themes and the images and ideas of animals, boats, airplanes and objects in nature to incorporate yoga p......More
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Saturday May 4 6:30pm - 10:00pm EDT
Library Board of Trustees: Spring Fling Fundraising Gala
Purchase your tickets for The Board of Library Trustees' annual Spring Fling Fundraising Gala on Saturday, May 4, 2024!This annual, ticketed event raises funds to help supplement all that makes our Library unique. We are excited to transform our Library into a literary ......More
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Monday May 6 9:30am - 11:00am EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Conversation and Reading
This class includes conversation and reading of news articles, short stories, and poetry. It is intended for intermediate English learners.The class meets in person (on the third floor of the library) on Mondays at 9:30 a.m., from April 1 until June 3, 2024 (no class on......More
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Monday May 6 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Developing Your English Communication Skills
This class will focus on practicing and developing conversation skills for real-life situations in the United States. How do we communicate with others in schools, stores, libraries, banks, doctors' offices, or other settings? We will discuss American customs and practi......More
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Monday May 6 11:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Dance Me a Story with Joanne Langione Dance Center
The Joanne Langione Dance Center brings us this fun, family event where music, movement and literature align to encourage exploration and imaginative play!
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Monday May 6 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Conversation for Beginners
This class will involve discussions on topics of interest. It may also include activities such as role-playing and group work. While the primary focus will be on developing speaking and listening skills, it will also provide a valuable opportunity for students to meet o......More
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Monday May 6 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Improving Writing Skills
This class is for high intermediate to advanced English learners who are interested in improving their writing skills. Students will be expected to complete weekly assignments. The teacher is a retired professor of journalism.This class meets in person (on the third flo......More
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Monday May 6 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Cookbook Club (In Person)
Do you enjoy cooking and love good food? If so, register for the May meeting of our Cookbook Club! This is a combination of a book club and a potluck dinner. Each month, we will choose a cookbook by a popular food author from which each of the participants will select a......More
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Tuesday May 7 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Coffee Hour
Coffee Hour is a conversation group for intermediate English learners. Practice English conversation from your home! Bring your own coffee or tea.The group meets on Zoom on Tuesday mornings from 9:00 to 10:00 AM, from April 2 until May 7, 2024.The teachers' names are El......More
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Tuesday May 7 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
ELL - Fun with Vocabulary
We will learn vocabulary, idioms, and common expressions, and we will practice using English in real-life situations. This class is for intermediate learners.This class meets in person (on the third floor of the library) on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m., from April 16 until Ju......More
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Tuesday May 7 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Make Way for Storytime
Join us for storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Start your day with stories, songs and rhymes led by Newton Free Library children’s librarians. For children 0-2 and their caregivers.
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Tuesday May 7 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Walking Newton's Parks and Historic Areas
Practice English while exploring Newton's nature conservations, the beautiful bridge at Hemlock Gorge, quiet Bullough's Pond, Newton Community Farm, and the grand property that is now the Mt. Ida Campus of the University of Massachusetts. This class is for intermediate ......More
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Tuesday May 7 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Make Way for Storytime
Join us for storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Start your day with stories, songs and rhymes led by Newton Free Library children’s librarians. For children 0-2 and their caregivers.
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Tuesday May 7 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Conversations on Current Topics, Social Issues, and Culture
Join us to discuss the news of the day, as well as social and cultural issues that interest you, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We will introduce relevant vocabulary, idioms, and common expressions, and we will practice pronunciation while asking and answering qu......More
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Tuesday May 7 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
ELL - Conversation, Vocabulary, and Grammar
This is an opportunity to practice conversation and learn about English vocabulary and grammar. It is for intermediate to advanced English learners. No registration is required. Come when you can!This class meets in person (on the third floor of the library) on Tuesdays......More
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Tuesday May 7 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
3/4 Grade Book Group
Starting February 6, join us for a book club for kids in grades 3-4 where we explore a new book each month. Read or listen to the book and bring your questions and ideas when we meet to talk about it! We meet once a month on the following dates: 2/6, 3/5, 4/2, 5/7 and 6......More
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Tuesday May 7 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
ELL - Let's Talk!
A conversation group for English learners of all levels. No registration is necessary. Come when you can!This class meets in person (on the third floor of the library) on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m., from April 2 until June 4, 2024 (no class on April 16 and April 23). The tea......More
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Wednesday May 8 10:00am - 11:15am EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Talking About Our Lives
We will talk about our interests and recent events in our lives. We will also practice asking questions and role-play specific situations. The teacher will explain words, phrases, and grammar that are part of the conversation. This class is intended for high beginner to......More
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Wednesday May 8 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Murder by the Book Club (in person)
This club is currently full. The club meets on the second Tuesday and Wednesday of the month. On Tuesday it’s on Zoom, on Wednesday it’s in person at the library. We read a variety of mystery genres, from police procedurals to classics to international authors. To get o......More
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Wednesday May 8 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Matt Heaton Family Singalong
Matt Heaton brings an infectious energy to his sing alongs. Peppered with well known classics and a few soon-to-be classics, and performed with panache on guitar & banjo, Matt makes music for parents and kids alike.
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Wednesday May 8 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
ELL - Morning Chat
Morning Chat is a conversation group for intermediate and advanced English learners. We discuss practical and local topics, as well as topics suggested by our learners. No registration is necessary. Come when you can; however, the more you attend, the more you will lear......More
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Wednesday May 8 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Let's Talk About Gardening
We will discuss gardening in New England. Depending on students' interests, topics might include local plants, climate-related challenges, seasonal changes, gardening resources, and public gardens nearby. There will be reading and conversation to help students learn voc......More
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Wednesday May 8 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Short Story Discussion Group (Virtual)
Join us for our Short Story Discussion group over Zoom! On the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month we'll read 2 short stories and come together to discuss them. Stories TBD. Due to access limitations, please sign up to get access to the short stories of the week. We wil......More
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Wednesday May 8 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Vision Board 4 Living
If you are stuck in the chaos of life and are ready to take action and pursue your dreams, act now! Take this time to gain greater clarity in your life and move closer to your dreams. We will discuss the importance of the vision board theory as you assemble your vision ......More
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Wednesday May 8 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Anime/Manga Club
Meet and hang out with lovers of all things anime! Activities will range from anime screenings to discussion of our favorite series, manga share and swap, anime-themed crafts, cosplay workshops, art trades and more! We'll meet on the following dates in the Teen Area: 9......More
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Wednesday May 8 5:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
SCORE Small Business Services
Register (required) here or call 617-565-5591. Please register here for virtual meetings. SCORE volunteers provide area small business owners with free, one-hour counseling and advice sessions. SCORE, America’s premier source of free and confidential small business advi......More
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Wednesday May 8 6:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
Genealogy Club (Virtual)
The purpose of the club is to share information on records and approaches for starting or extending participants' genealogical research. Novices and experienced researchers are both welcome. Participants are encouraged to bring records and problems from their own resear......More
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Wednesday May 8 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Write Stuff
Does your child like to write? Are they in second grade? Then this program is for them! This second grade writing program meets monthly. Each month we will learn about a different type of writing, including creative writing, non fiction, comics, and small moments. This ......More
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Wednesday May 8 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Everyday English Conversations
The best way to become comfortable with English is to speak it in everyday life. In this class we will practice conversations in common situations, with a different topic every week. Past topics have included talking to a doctor, making “small talk," and telling persona......More
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Wednesday May 8 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Learn Ukulele with Julie Stepanek
Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing - no experience necessary! There are two ways to participate in this program: Register to use one of Julie's ukuleles or bring your own.If you wa......More
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Thursday May 9 9:00am - 2:00pm EDT
SCORE Small Business Counseling
Register (required) here or call 617-565-5591. Please register here for virtual meetings. SCORE volunteers provide area small business owners with free, one-hour counseling and advice sessions. SCORE, America’s premier source of free and confidential small business advi......More
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Thursday May 9 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Basic English Grammar
This is a grammar class for beginners. We will study several verb tenses (simple present, present progressive, etc.), modals ("can," "should," etc.), and nouns. We will also do a variety of speaking activities in groups and pairs.The class meets in person (on the first ......More
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Thursday May 9 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
ELL - Expressions for Everyday Life
We will learn how to use many common English expressions, and we will practice speaking together and in small groups. This class is for intermediate to advanced English learners. No registration is required. Come when you can!This class meets on Zoom on Thursdays at 10:......More
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Thursday May 9 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Make Way for Storytime
Join us for storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Start your day with stories, songs and rhymes led by Newton Free Library children’s librarians. For children 0-2 and their caregivers.
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Thursday May 9 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Being a Parent in America
Being a Parent in America is a conversation class about parenting for English learners. Learn about American parenting practices and share your own culture's ideas about child-rearing. The class is led by the former Boston Globe parenting columnist. It is open to parent......More
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Thursday May 9 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Make Way for Storytime
Join us for storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Start your day with stories, songs and rhymes led by Newton Free Library children’s librarians. For children 0-2 and their caregivers.
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Thursday May 9 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Gabbing, Games, and Grammar
In this class we will practice speaking through conversation and games. We will also learn some grammar and common English expressions. This class is intended for intermediate English learners. Students must be able to attend all eight sessions.This class meets in perso......More
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Thursday May 9 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Lego Free Play
Stop to build, explore and create with legos! There will be building cards for inspiration on what to build and plenty of legos to go around! For ages 6 and up.
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Thursday May 9 6:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Board Game Club
Come play some board games! Bring your games you've been itching to play with other like minded folk or grab one of the library's. You can see the selections here. If you've ever played and enjoyed games like Settlers of Catan, Scythe, Wingspan, or Dominion, this board ......More
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Thursday May 9 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Opening Reception for Skip Schiel
The public is welcome to attend the opening reception by Skip Schiel. Refreshments will be served. The Ongoing & Relentless Nakba: The Palestinian Catastrophe of 1948 to TodayTo form its new state in 1948, Israel expelled some 750,000 Palestinians from their homes in wh......More
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Thursday May 9 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
ELL - Let's Talk on Zoom!
A conversation group for intermediate English learners. No registration is required. Come when you can!This class meets on Zoom on Thursdays at 7:00 p.m., from April 11 until June 13, 2024.The teacher's name is Margaret. For the Zoom link or more information, please con......More
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Thursday May 9 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Engineering Club
Be a problem solver! Take on a new engineering challenge each month. Get creative, think outside the box, and hang out with other like-minded tweens. Registration will begin Thursday, February 15th at 7pm. Registration is for ALL 4 sessions on the following Thursday eve......More
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Friday May 10 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Learning about American History with a Focus on Massachusetts
Learn about United States history with a special focus on Massachusetts. We will discuss the founding of Massachusetts, the beginning of the United States, the Civil War, immigration, and the Civil Rights Movement. Classes will include lectures and reading different doc......More
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Friday May 10 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - Let's Talk About Food
Let's Talk About Food is a class for intermediate to advanced English learners. We explore food traditions from other cultures and discuss how food is much more than just a source of energy; it also gives us health, social connection, and pleasure. We also discuss facts......More
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Friday May 10 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Spanish Fun
Join Esther Gomez for songs, games and more all designed to help kids learn Spanish through play. Recommended for ages 2 and up.
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Friday May 10 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
[CLASS FULL] ELL - 20th and 21st Century Women
In this class we will discuss the lives of women in the arts, government, broadcast journalism, and social sciences. Together, we will identify their challenges and the traits or experiences that contributed to their success or personal growth. This class is intended fo......More
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Friday May 10 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
ELL - Let's Talk About the News
We will practice conversation and learn vocabulary by talking about the news and current events. This class is for intermediate to advanced English learners. No registration is required. Come when you can!This class meets on Zoom on Fridays at 2:00 p.m., from April 5 un......More