Shrewsbury Public Library
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Thursday May 2 All Day
StorywalkÂŽ at Lake Street Park - Eyes that Speak to the Stars
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a StorywalkÂŽ. This month's story is Eyes that Speak to the Stars by Joanna Ho. âThe StoryWalkÂŽ Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed......More
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Thursday May 2 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Wiggle Words
Join Miss Sonja in the Meeting Room for Wiggle Words! We will sing, dance, read stories, and have oodles of fun! This program is intended for walking kiddos, but everyone is welcome. No tokens or registration required. https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.co......More
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Thursday May 2 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Central Mass SHINE program - volunteer training
training of volunteers for Central MA SHINE program Will pay $150 https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/central-mass-shine-program-volunteer-training/
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Thursday May 2 5:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
Dungeons & Dragons at the Library
Embark on a journey to the magical realms of Dungeons and Dragons! You will be joining a game world populated by players through out central mass as you quest to save or the world⌠or perhaps destroy it! Dungeons and Dragons is a roleplaying adventure where up to 8 ......More
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Thursday May 2 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Shrewsbury Readers Book Group
This group is about a good book and a good discussion. The Shrewsbury Readers will discuss Fifty Words for Rain by Asha Lemmie at their May 2nd meeting. "From debut author Asha Lemmie, a sweeping, heartrending coming-of-age novel about a young woman's quest for acce......More
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Friday May 3 All Day
StorywalkÂŽ at Lake Street Park - Eyes that Speak to the Stars
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a StorywalkÂŽ. This month's story is Eyes that Speak to the Stars by Joanna Ho. âThe StoryWalkÂŽ Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed......More
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Friday May 3 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework. In-person me......More
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Friday May 3 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Tinker Time
Tinker Time is a fun hands-on learning program for older toddlers and preschoolers. Together you and your child can explore a variety of age-appropriate STEAM and Early-Literacy stations. CONTACT: Roxanne Starkin 508-841-8609 x4 [email protected] https://shre......More
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Friday May 3 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Good Day Memory CafĂŠ
A memory cafĂŠ is a welcoming place for people living with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia and their care partners. The Memory CafĂŠ will meet on the first and third Friday of every month from 2:00-3:30 PM in the library. Contact Charlotte Budge, cbudge@cwmar......More
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Friday May 3 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
Friday Snack Craft
Whatâs more fun than food? School is over - come hang out and create something delicious. A new seasonal snack creation each month! Those with food allergies should please exercise caution. Sponsored by the Friends of the Shrewsbury Public Library. https://shrewsbu......More
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Saturday May 4 All Day
StorywalkÂŽ at Lake Street Park - Eyes that Speak to the Stars
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a StorywalkÂŽ. This month's story is Eyes that Speak to the Stars by Joanna Ho. âThe StoryWalkÂŽ Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed......More
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Saturday May 4 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Coding with Python for Teens
In this course, we will learn about the most popular programming language today: Python. By building a really fun project, we will learn programming fundamentals using the language that's powering the AI revolution, as well as companies such as Google, Netflix, Facebo......More
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Saturday May 4 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework. In-person me......More
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Saturday May 4 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Spanish Book Club
The Spanish Book Club [el Club del Libro en EspaĂąol] meets on the first Saturday of the month from 11:00 a.m.â12:30 p.m. The club, facilitated by Beatriz Alvarado, meets every month to discuss the literary work of influential Hispanic writers from different genres an......More
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Saturday May 4 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
From Your Heart Writing Workshop
Join the library for a writing workshop! A writing workshop is a place where writers can gather together, share writing, and receive feedback. Writing workshops are facilitated by Gwen Callahan, a resident of Holden who has had previous experience with writing program......More
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Sunday May 5 All Day
StorywalkÂŽ at Lake Street Park - Eyes that Speak to the Stars
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a StorywalkÂŽ. This month's story is Eyes that Speak to the Stars by Joanna Ho. âThe StoryWalkÂŽ Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed......More
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Sunday May 5 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Origami for Young Creators
Join us in unfolding the magical world of Origami, designed exclusively for young children in grade levels 2 and 3. The art of Origami is known to help children build motor skills, enhance spatial reasoning, understand symmetry and observe patterns as they transform o......More
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Monday May 6 All Day
StorywalkÂŽ at Lake Street Park - Eyes that Speak to the Stars
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a StorywalkÂŽ. This month's story is Eyes that Speak to the Stars by Joanna Ho. âThe StoryWalkÂŽ Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed......More
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Monday May 6 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Infant Explorers
Facilitator-led early-literacy activities followed by independent sensory play and exploration for infants and young toddlers (6 - 18 months). This is a wonderful opportunity to nurture early science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) concepts while engaging wit......More
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Monday May 6 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework. In-person me......More
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Monday May 6 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Preschool Sports with the Shrewsbury Club
Join the coaches from the Shrewsbury Club for preschool sports! Every week will focus on a different sport, all geared to kids ages 3-5. 2/26- Gymnastics 3/4- Karate 3/11- Basketball 3/18- Soccer 3/25- Tennis 4/1- Gymnastics 4/8 Baseball 4/22- Soccer 4/29- Gymnastic......More
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Monday May 6 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
I Survived STEAM Challenge
Do you think you have what it takes to survive a disaster? Kids in grades 2-5 are invited to participate in a STEAM challenge based on Lauren Tarshis' popular I Survived series. This challenge will be inspired by I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79. Kids do n......More
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Monday May 6 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Knit/Crochet Night in the SPL MakerSpace
Bring your knitting, crochet, or other portable fiber craft to the library to craft in the MakerSpace. All levels welcome, no instruction provided. Contact Hedda Monaghan, [email protected] with any questions! Knitting/crochet in the MakerSpace meets on the first M......More
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Monday May 6 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Build It Club
Drop by the Children's Program Room to build with different kinds of blocks, including KEVA planks, big foam blocks, and Duplo. For kids of all ages. Caregivers, please be aware that this program has no facilitator. https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/ca......More
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Tuesday May 7 All Day
StorywalkÂŽ at Lake Street Park - Eyes that Speak to the Stars
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a StorywalkÂŽ. This month's story is Eyes that Speak to the Stars by Joanna Ho. âThe StoryWalkÂŽ Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed......More
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Tuesday May 7 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Book Beats
Join Miss Carlina for this lively early-literacy music and movement program. Children and parents will enjoy music together through, song, dance, and instrument play. This program is intended for preschoolers and their grownups. Siblings are welcome. No tokens req......More
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Tuesday May 7 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Ruby Finds a Worry: Caregiver-Child Book Club
Join Miss Roxanne and students from Worcester State University's Department of Psychology for an engaging story time program. There will be a reading of the book Ruby Finds a Worry by Tom Percival followed by a craft. This program is for kids ages 3 - 5. Copies of the......More
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Tuesday May 7 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Lego Club
Head to the Children's Program Room and build with Legos. Follow our weekly prompt, or create whatever your heart desires. For kids of all ages who are comfortable using Legos.  Parents, please be aware that this program has no facilitator. https://shrewsb......More
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Tuesday May 7 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Spanish Conversation Club
ÂżBuscas un espacio informal en el que puedas practicar tu EspaĂąol y aprender mĂĄs de las mĂşltiples culturas que hablan este idioma? Ănete a nuestro club de conversaciĂłn mĂĄs los martes en la biblioteca pĂşblica de Shrewsbury a las 6:00 p.m. Are you looking for a......More
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Tuesday May 7 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Matt York Presents the Songs and Stories of Willie Nelson
Longtime New England singer/songwriter Matt York will perform songs and tell stories about the great Willie Nelson. York will focus on Willie's long and illustrious music career that has spanned over seven decades. In both 2022 and 2023, York was nominated for the Bos......More
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Wednesday May 8 All Day
StorywalkÂŽ at Lake Street Park - Eyes that Speak to the Stars
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a StorywalkÂŽ. This month's story is Eyes that Speak to the Stars by Joanna Ho. âThe StoryWalkÂŽ Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed......More
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Wednesday May 8 9:30am - 10:00am EDT
Babies Books and Bubbles
Join Miss Carlina for Babies, Books, and Bubbles! This program includes books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and of course bubbles! This program is intended for children ages 0-2 years old, but everyone is welcome. Space is limited. Please get a token per person at the......More
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Wednesday May 8 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Babies Books and Bubbles
Join Miss Carlina for Babies, Books, and Bubbles! This program includes books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and of course bubbles! This program is intended for children ages 0-2 years old, but everyone is welcome. Space is limited. Please get a token per person at the......More
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Wednesday May 8 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework. In-person me......More
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Wednesday May 8 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Young Scientists
Young Scientists is a free STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) program* facilitated by STEM Beginnings. Classes will meet IN THE LIBRARY. Program is for children ages 3-6 with a parent or caregiver. Children must be continually supervised by a grownup whi......More
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Wednesday May 8 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Get Started with Libby
Want access to e-books, audiobooks, magazines, and more, anytime and anywhere? You can with Libby! Bring your device, and join us for a class in the Learning Lab to get set up and familiar with the Libby app! This class is for learners ages 13+. Space is limited; reg......More
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Wednesday May 8 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Learn Scratch!
Kids in grades 2-4 are welcome to join community member Keerthana and learn Scratch! Scratch is a free block based visual programming language aimed at children of ages 8 - 16. Scratch is developed by MIT Media Lab and you can find more details here. It enables child......More
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Wednesday May 8 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
50 States of Mind - Author Event
As Alexis de Tocqueville's statement in the 1800s remains relevant to this day, âThe greatness of America lies not in being more enlightened than any other nation, but rather in her ability to repair her faults.â Inspired by Tocquevilleâs travels, author Ryan Bernsten......More
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Wednesday May 8 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
A Murder Mystery, Family Story, & Love Letter to Strong Women Everywhere: Author Talk w/ Nina Simon
Nothing brings a family together like a murder next door. Youâre invited to join Nina Simon online as she chats about her lighthearted whodunnit about a grandmother-mother-daughter trio of amateur sleuths, Mother-Daughter Murder Night. Mother-Daughter Murder Nig......More
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Thursday May 9 All Day
StorywalkÂŽ at Lake Street Park - Eyes that Speak to the Stars
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a StorywalkÂŽ. This month's story is Eyes that Speak to the Stars by Joanna Ho. âThe StoryWalkÂŽ Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed......More
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Thursday May 9 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Wiggle Words
Join Miss Sonja in the Meeting Room for Wiggle Words! We will sing, dance, read stories, and have oodles of fun! This program is intended for walking kiddos, but everyone is welcome. No tokens or registration required. https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.co......More
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Thursday May 9 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Teen Writing Club
Writers and aspiring writers are invited to join this new club for teens. Bring a work in progress or try something new. Over the course of the hour we'll write, brainstorm, work with prompts, and enjoy snacks. Writers of all skill and experience levels welcome - we'r......More
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Thursday May 9 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
An Evening with Noor Ali, author of One Teaspoon of Home: Desi Food Poetry
Noor Ali is a nature enthusiast, loves tea and delicious sentences. Noor's written works explore themes of justice, leadership, and the complexities of race in society, captivating readers with her unyielding honesty. Noor proudly presents her first book of poetry, On......More
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Friday May 10 All Day
StorywalkÂŽ at Lake Street Park - Eyes that Speak to the Stars
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a StorywalkÂŽ. This month's story is Eyes that Speak to the Stars by Joanna Ho. âThe StoryWalkÂŽ Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed......More
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Friday May 10 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework. In-person me......More
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Friday May 10 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Tinker Time
Tinker Time is a fun hands-on learning program for older toddlers and preschoolers. Together you and your child can explore a variety of age-appropriate STEAM and Early-Literacy stations. CONTACT: Roxanne Starkin 508-841-8609 x4 [email protected] https://shre......More
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Friday May 10 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
Friday Trivia
Drop in for trivia fun! We'll do trivia lightning rounds - try one or stay for the whole game! For grades 5-12. No registration necessary. https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friday-trivia-3/
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Saturday May 11 All Day
StorywalkÂŽ at Lake Street Park - Eyes that Speak to the Stars
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a StorywalkÂŽ. This month's story is Eyes that Speak to the Stars by Joanna Ho. âThe StoryWalkÂŽ Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed......More
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Saturday May 11 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Coding with Python for Teens
In this course, we will learn about the most popular programming language today: Python. By building a really fun project, we will learn programming fundamentals using the language that's powering the AI revolution, as well as companies such as Google, Netflix, Facebo......More
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Saturday May 11 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Train Storytime
Celebrate National Train Day with songs, rhymes, and stories all about trains. We will finish with a simple, train-themed craft. Families with children of all ages are welcome. No registration is required. https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/train-s......More
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Saturday May 11 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework. In-person me......More
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Saturday May 11 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
New Game Plus - Dungeons and Dragons
This monthly group for adults 18+ allows you to try tabletop roleplaying games, try new games and new systems, to meet new friends, and to tell new stories. We feature a one-shot game each month, as well as tables for other tabletop games. This month we are running......More
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Saturday May 11 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
From Your Heart Writing Workshop
Join the library for a writing workshop! A writing workshop is a place where writers can gather together, share writing, and receive feedback. Writing workshops are facilitated by Gwen Callahan, a resident of Holden who has had previous experience with writing program......More
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Sunday May 12 All Day
StorywalkÂŽ at Lake Street Park - Eyes that Speak to the Stars
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a StorywalkÂŽ. This month's story is Eyes that Speak to the Stars by Joanna Ho. âThe StoryWalkÂŽ Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed......More