Newton Free Library
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Sunday June 16 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Newton Youth Music Collective Showcase Concert
Join a group of enthusiastic, accomplished high-school musicians for an afternoon of music. Enjoy the beautiful sounds of composers such as Bach, Brahms, and Chopin from a wide selection of classical instruments. Stay until the end to hear a student-made arrangement of ......More
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Monday June 17 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Sensational Play
Drop by anytime in the hour for self directed sensory activities for ages 2-4. There will be stations set up around the room each with a different activity for children to explore at their own pace.
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Monday June 17 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 June 17 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Read, Renew, Repeat: Activities for 3-6 year olds
Join us as we celebrate this year's summer reading theme "Read, Renew and Repeat" with different activities all summer long! This week we will be reusing materials to make binoculars. All materials will be provided. This activity is recommended for ages 3-6. Can't make......More
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Monday June 17 9:00pm - 11:00pm EDT
Teen Study Nights
The library will be open until 11 pm during finals. We'll have extra supplies on hand, and even more in the Teen Area. There will be food and refreshments!
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Tuesday June 18 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Author Talk: Adam Smyth Discusses "The Book-Makers - A History of the Book in Eighteen Lives" (Virtual)
Books have transformed humankind by enabling authors to create, document, and entertain. Yet we know little about the individuals who brought these fascinating objects into existence and of those who first experimented in the art of printing, design, and binding. Who we......More
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Tuesday June 18 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 June 18 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 June 18 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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Tuesday June 18 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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Tuesday June 18 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 June 18 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Proud to Be Me: Pride Floats
Transform a simple cardboard box into a wearable, dazzling parade float! Kids will use the provided materials to make their very own colorful creations before stepping inside for a mini parade! Registration will be available for kids ages 3 and up starting Tuesday, June......More
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Tuesday June 18 9:00pm - 11:00pm EDT
Teen Study Nights
The library will be open until 11 pm during finals. We'll have extra supplies on hand, and even more in the Teen Area. There will be food and refreshments!
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Wednesday June 19 All Day
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Thursday June 20 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 June 20 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 June 20 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 June 20 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 June 20 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 June 20 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Google Slides for Beginners (In Person)
Learn the basics of Google Slides. This class is designed for beginners with little to no knowledge of Google Slides. You must already have a Google account (Gmail). If you do not, please create one here. For any questions, please email Aiden at newtonpublicservices@min......More
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Thursday June 20 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Read, Renew, Repeat: Activities for 7-9 year olds
Join us as we celebrate this year's summer reading theme "Read, Renew and Repeat" with different activities all summer long! This week we will be reusing materials to make puzzles! All materials will be provided. This activity is recommended for ages 7-9. Can't make it......More
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Thursday June 20 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Mercury Stardust: Virtual Author Talk and Q&A
From TikTok stardom to full-blown author, join us virtually on June 20th at 7:00 PM as we welcome famous trans handywoman, Mercury Stardust! The Newton Free Library, in conjunction with 50 other libraries state-wide, is proud to present an author talk & moderated Q&A w......More
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Thursday June 20 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Teen Graphic Novel Book Club
If you love comics and graphic novels, join us once a month as we discuss all things illustrated! Grades 8-12. Registration is required. This group will meet in the Teen Area. Books will be available for pick-up at the teen/tween desk. Join us once a month on the follo......More
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Thursday June 20 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 20, 2024 (no class on May 30).The teacher's name is Margaret. For the Zoom link or more in......More
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Thursday June 20 9:00pm - 11:00pm EDT
Teen Study Nights
The library will be open until 11 pm during finals. We'll have extra supplies on hand, and even more in the Teen Area. There will be food and refreshments!
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Friday June 21 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 June 21 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
DIY Pressed Flower Cards (Virtual)
Learn how to use your microwave to quickly press flowers and preserve the colors of summer. We'll then attach the flowers to cards to keep or send as gifts.Kit includes: blank cards, paintbrush, glue, blotting paperPatrons provide: microwave, flowers/leaves, a heavier m......More
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Saturday June 22 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Proud To Be Me: Dance Party
Celebrate Pride and the start of summer with a high energy dance party! This program is best suited for ages 3-8 but all ages are welcome- just bring your dancing shoes!
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Saturday June 22 1:00pm - 4:30pm 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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Saturday June 22 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Crochet for Our Community!
Join us in the Teen Area for a weekly crochet lesson with Karuna and Aylin! In our six classes, we will build up the skills to create a final project, a crochet stuffed bunny! Each bunny will be donated to a child in Brookview House, a nearby homeless shelter. This club......More
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Monday June 24 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Seth Hanson Singalong
Sing and dance to original and traditional, interactive family music. Join in with voices, instruments, and imagination. A fun-filled sing-along jam session with Mr. Seth! Recommended for ages 0-6, but all are welcome.
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Monday June 24 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Read, Renew, Repeat: All about Honey Bees!
Join us as we celebrate this year's summer reading theme "Read, Renew and Repeat" with different activities all summer long! This week we will be learning all about honey bees! Registration (required) will be available for children 7 and up starting on Monday, June 10. ......More
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Monday June 24 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Cookbook Club (In Person)
Do you enjoy cooking and love good food? If so, register for the June 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 ......More
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Tuesday June 25 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 June 25 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 June 25 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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Tuesday June 25 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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Tuesday June 25 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 June 25 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Nature Explorers
Come learn a little about the world around us as we explore the wonders of nature! This month we'll learn about rainbows and colors! For ages 3-6.
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Tuesday June 25 2:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
Movie Afternoon at the Library!
Watch Cyrano at the Newton Free Library! Description: Nobleman, military man, and poet Cyrano de Bergerac is secretly in love with Roxanne. However, his insecurity over his dwarf stature prevents him from professing his love, especially when Roxanne confesses that she's......More
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Tuesday June 25 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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Tuesday June 25 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Pride Jeopardy!
Let our librarians test your pride knowledge! There will be pizza, refreshments, and prizes! Stop by as an individual or as a team. Registration is required. Grades 6-12.
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Tuesday June 25 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Art Night: Weave Your Pride
Celebrate Pride Month with a night of artistry, community building, and empowerment in a safe and supportive space. Alex Makes Art will be leading Weave Your Pride, a mixed media experience in TEXTILES! We will work our way through raffia ribbon, roving wool, embroidery......More
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Tuesday June 25 7:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
7th/8th Book Group
Join us for a book club for teens in grades 7-8 where we explore a new book each month! Participants are encouraged to bring their own questions and ideas when we meet for the discussion. We will read TBD. Books are available for pick up at the Children's Desk.We meet ......More