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Branches:
Central Library,
Brightwood Branch,
East Forest Park Branch,
East Springfield Branch,
Forest Park Branch,
Indian Orchard Branch,
Library Express at Pine Point,
Mason Square Branch,
Sixteen Acres Branch,
Off Site,
Online,
Special Events
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
11
2023
Tue
You're Invited! Coffee Hour For Seniors
9:30am - 11:00am
Indian Orchard Branch
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Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Room:
IO Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Food & Cooking,
Games
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
10
2023
Mon
Home City Families: Family Storytime
10:30am - 11:30am
Indian Orchard Branch
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Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts, and playtime! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Central Library
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Apr
11
2023
Tue
Wee Ones: Storytime and Playgroup
10:30am - 11:30am
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Storytime plays an important role in building early literacy and social skills.
Join us for books, songs, and playtime specifically designed for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for families with children under three years old.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
12
2023
Wed
The Any Book Club
10:00am - 11:30am
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Groups & Reading
Event Details:
Join our Any Book Club and share your recent reads.
The Any Book Club (ABC) meets bi-monthly to share stories about their recent reads. Those who enjoy adult fiction will feel especially at home, but all adult readers are welcomed.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
12
2023
Wed
Home City Families: Gross Motor Playgroup
10:30am - 11:30am
Mason Square Branch
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Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
MS Community Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us for stories, songs, movement, crafts, and playtime! This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age. No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
No registration required. Adult must accompany children. Presented in collaboration with Home City Families. For ages 12 mos. - 6 years, siblings welcome.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Cancelled
Children
Central Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
13
2023
Thu
Cancelled
Jump n' Jam Storytime
10:30am - 11:15am
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Children's Program Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
13
2023
Thu
Circle Time Fun
10:30am - 11:30am
Sixteen Acres Branch
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Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us for songs, rhymes and a story or two at Circle Time Fun.
"Circle time" is not only a fun experience for your child but also a great way to be ready for preschool and kindergarten. Be sure to browse our extensive collection of children's books and multimedia before or after the program!
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
14
2023
Fri
You're Invited! Coffee Hour For Seniors
10:00am - 11:00am
East Springfield Branch
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Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Food & Cooking,
Games
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
14
2023
Fri
Knot Just Knitters
10:00am - 11:30am
East Springfield Branch
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Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you.
New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
14
2023
Fri
Chair Yoga
11:30am - 12:15pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Using gentle stretching while seated, chair yoga allows adults of all abilities to improve flexibility and balance.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
15
2023
Sat
Job Corps Information Table
11:00am - 2:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
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Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Work & Careers
Event Details:
Stop by to learn about Job Corps. Job Corps is a free residential and job training program that helps both young adults as well as adults of any age who have a disability to gain employment.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
14
2023
Fri
Cooking for One
12:30pm - 1:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Event Details:
Aimed at senior citizens, this bi-weekly cooking series will focus on cooking nourishing meals in small portions. The three classes will be held following Chair Yoga with Cindy Senk. Come for yoga, stay to cook and have lunch!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Children,
Teens,
Tweens
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Apr
15
2023
Sat
Indian Orchard Minecrafters
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
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Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Teens,
Tweens
Program Type:
Games,
Technology
Join us at the Indian Orchard Library for Minecraft at the Library, where we mine, craft, and trade Minecraft tips! Space limited to 8 participants so come early. For children and teens ages 10 and up.
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1 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
11
2023
Tue
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Join us on Zoom every Tuesday from 1-2 pm to ask a Hampden County Law Librarian your legal research questions.
Ask a Law Librarian is a virtual drop-in program for anyone looking for legal research help. This service assists people looking for information on specific forms, laws, and other legal resources.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
11
2023
Tue
Knot Just Knitters
1:30pm - 3:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Café Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you.
New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
12
2023
Wed
Knot Just Knitters
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
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Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you.
New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Mason Square Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
14
2023
Fri
Knot Just Knitters
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mason Square Branch
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Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you.
New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
14
2023
Fri
Not Your Ordinary Coloring Club
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
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Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Want to hang out with other artists? Join our Not Your Ordinary Coloring Club.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
15
2023
Sat
Adult Craft - Paper Flower Wreath
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
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Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Make your own paper flowers and use them to decorate a wreath. For adults 18+
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
15
2023
Sat
Mario Kart Tournament
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Teen Area
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Come to the teen room and show off your Mario Kart skills as players face off. Winners move up to play each other. Top players will win prizes, but free snacks will be provided for everyone! Ages 12-19 are welcome.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Central Library
At Capacity
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
15
2023
Sat
Tabletop RPG Club
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library
At Capacity
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
CL Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Event Details:
If you love collaborative storytelling and role-playing, join the Tabletop RPG Club! We'll be playing Dungeons & Dragons, Blades in the Dark, Powered by the Apocalypse games, and more.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
11
2023
Tue
Knot Just Knitters
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Wellman Hall
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, or crewel, these groups are the place for you.
New members are welcome, and current members are often willing to share their skills. Some yarn and needles can be provided, but donations are always welcome.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
14
2023
Fri
Teen (and Tween) Gaming Club
2:00pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
It's time to start the weekend with some games! We will have board games, puzzles, legos, and crafts available! Can you beat a librarian at Jenga or Uno? We're guessing, the answer is "yes" :) Ages 10+ welcome!
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
10
2023
Mon
Crafting Mondays
3:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Teen Area
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Every Monday we'll have art supplies and crafting supplies available for teens to create a project in the teen room or take home to complete there. Teens 12-19 welcome.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Apr
12
2023
Wed
Code Builders
3:30pm - 4:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Technology
Build the skills you need to create animations, games, apps, and more using fun online tutorials!
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
12
2023
Wed
Crafty Wednesdays
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
Program Den
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us at the Forest park branch Library for some de-stressing arts and crafts! On the first and third Wednesdays of the month you can learn how to make your own soap, make a collage, or try out a seasonal craft. For teens/ tweens age 11-18.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Children,
Tweens
Brightwood Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Apr
12
2023
Wed
Plant a Veggie Garden for Kids
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Brightwood Branch
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Library Location:
Brightwood Branch
Room:
BW Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Food & Cooking,
Event Details:
Get your garden growing at the library! Kids can pick from a variety of veggies and start their seeds with provided supplies. Take them home and watch them grow!
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
13
2023
Thu
Game Day Thursdays
3:30pm - 6:30pm
Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
Forest Park Branch
Room:
FP Community Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Join us at the Forest park Branch Library on Thursday afternoons for some gaming fun! Challenge friend to board and card games, or even a game on Nintendo Switch! Refreshments provided! For Teens/ Tweens 11-18.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
East Springfield Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
14
2023
Fri
Switch It Up!
3:00pm - 4:00pm
East Springfield Branch
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Library Location:
East Springfield Branch
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Come Switch it up at the library and play your choice of games.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
10
2023
Mon
Teen Choice Day
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Teen Area
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Community Events,
Games
Event Details:
Join us for YOUR choice in teen programming!
We're inviting all 13-19 years old to suggest super fun activities they would like to see at the library. Talk with your local branch librarian or connect with us through polls, suggestion boxes, and more.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
Teens
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
12
2023
Wed
Teen Night
4:00pm - 7:30pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
Teen Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Games,
Event Details:
Join us every Wednesday evening for games, crafts, snacks, and conversation. Come hang out in our big comfy chairs and wind down with a friend. For teens 13+
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Tweens
East Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Apr
13
2023
Thu
Tween Cooking Club
4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Forest Park Branch
At Capacity
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Room:
EFP Community Room
Age Group:
Tweens
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Are you a kid who wants to be more independent and find ways to cook for yourself? Come learn how to make fun meals, drinks, and snacks. For tweens ages 8-11. Pre-registration is required (note: classes with 0 or 1 registrants will be canceled the day before the class).
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Mason Square Branch
At Capacity
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
13
2023
Thu
Air Fryer Recipes
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mason Square Branch
At Capacity
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Library Location:
Mason Square Branch
Room:
MS Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
20
Event Details:
Do you have an air fryer?! Have you heard of one but do not know where to start?! Stop by the Mason Square Library for a class on how to use an air fryer and learn some beginner recipes to get you started. Registration Required
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Cancelled
Tweens,
Teens
Sixteen Acres Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
14
2023
Fri
Cancelled
Jewelry Making: DIY Earrings
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sixteen Acres Branch
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Library Location:
Sixteen Acres Branch
Room:
SA Community Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Design and create your own pair of earrings! Choose from a wide array of beads to create a unique piece of jewelry. Try out using jewelry-making tools and learn the basic skills. With these skills, you will be able to make many sets of earrings.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
All Ages
East Forest Park Branch
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Apr
15
2023
Sat
Library Dances
4:00pm - 4:45pm
East Forest Park Branch
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Library Location:
East Forest Park Branch
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Performances
Event Details:
Library Dances is a 40 minute presentation of short contemporary dance works that include a dance poem, a dance essay, and the chapter of a dance novel. During the performances, Maureen Shea will present solo works, while dancers from Spring
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Cancelled
Adults
Central Library
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
10
2023
Mon
Cancelled
Internet Safety Basics
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Computer Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Technology
Event Details:
Is it safe to enter personal information on a website? Is that email a scam? How do I create and remember a secure password?
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Indian Orchard Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
12
2023
Wed
Lego Questers
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Indian Orchard Branch
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Library Location:
Indian Orchard Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Event Details:
Legos are back! Join other LEGO Questers in building our Quest of the week, or build your own. For ages 5 and up.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Cancelled
Adults
Central Library
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
12
2023
Wed
Cancelled
Internet Safety Basics
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Library
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Library Location:
Central Library
Room:
Computer Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Technology
Event Details:
Is it safe to enter personal information on a website? Is that email a scam? How do I create and remember a secure password?
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
12
2023
Wed
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Work & Careers
Event Details:
More than 60 Massachusetts public libraries have partnered to offer the 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group program to support people fifty years and older looking for a new job, a new career direction, or a Second Act career.
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