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Monday June 10 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 egg cartons to create miniature animals. All materials will be provided. This activity is recommended for ages 3-6.......More
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Tuesday June 11 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Murder by the Book Club (Virtual)
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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Tuesday June 11 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 June 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 June 11 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 11 4:00pm - 4:30pm 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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Tuesday June 11 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
5th/6th Grade Book Group
Join us for a book club for tweens in grades 5-6 where we explore a new book each month! Participants are encouraged to bring their own questions and ideas when we meet for the discussion. This month: TBD. We meet once a month on the following dates: 2/12, 3/12, 4/9, 5......More
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Tuesday June 11 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Opening Reception for Alex Griswold and Christiane Corcelle (In Person)
Opening reception by Alex Griswold and Christiane Corcelle. Refreshments will be served. Alex Griswold has entitled his exhibit "Cheesecake Brook and Other Waters of Newton." In describing the exhibit, Alex provides the following in his own words: "Black and white photo......More
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Wednesday June 12 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 June 12 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Little Beats
Join Little Beats for 30 minutes of yoga inspired movement! This event is best for ages 1 - 5 and their adults, but all are welcome.
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Wednesday June 12 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 June 12 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Summer Reading Kick Off
Celebrate the start of summer with the Newton Community Farm! Meet some earthworms and learn about how to plant a seed! There will be crafts and activities for kids ages 3 and up as well as information on how to participate in this year's Summer Reading Program.
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Wednesday June 12 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 June 12 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 June 12 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 June 12 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 June 12 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 June 12 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 June 12 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Tween Writing Club
Does your tween love to write? Do they have stories they want to tell? This writing group might be the group for them! This group will meet to further develop writing skills, share in a supportive community and be a space and time to grow their love of writing. We meet ......More
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Thursday June 13 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 13 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 13 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 13 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 13 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 13 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Stuffie Hospital
Have a stuffed animal at home that needs a little love? Come learn how to do minor repairs with volunteers from the Mayor's Advisory Committee on Recycling. They will be in the room to guide kids as they try their hand at minor repairs including simple stitching. Regist......More
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Thursday June 13 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 June 13 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Author Shannon Reed Discusses "Why We Read: On Bookworms, Libraries, and Just One Page Before Lights Out" (Virtual)
This one is for readers everywhere (and, isn't that perfect that it's with a LIBRARY)! Join us as we chat with author Shannon Reed about her book, Why We Read: On Bookworms, Libraries, and Just One Page Before Lights Out. Why DO we read? What compels us to? What holds o......More
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Thursday June 13 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 (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 13 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 June 14 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 June 14 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Jammin With You
Come dance, sing and jam along with Jammin With You! With a modern and engaging approach to children's music entertainment, Jammin With You takes your family on magical musical adventures with plenty of laughter and smiles along the way. This class is best suited for ch......More
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Saturday June 15 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Family Fun
Drop in anytime between 10am and noon for self directed activities and games for families with kids of all ages.
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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