Adult Services
Indoor Programs
Streaming Services and Other Alternatives to Cable
Monday, September 25, 7pm
Do you want to know what the deal is with all these streaming services you keep hearing about? Join Technology Librarian Brad as he presents alternatives to cable such as Netflix and the library. While not all free, the alternatives will save you quite a bit of money every month. Located in the Banda Room.
Metalsmithing Workshop: Keychains
Waitlist Only!
Thursday, September 28, 6:30pm
Join Heather Beck of Heather Beck Design for a metalsmithing workshop! You will learn about the structure of copper and how to create drawings in metal with stamps while creating your own copper keychain. All tools and supplies are provided.
Located in the Stewart Room.
Tiny Art Show Reception
Monday, October 2, 6:30pm
Enjoy tiny treats and refreshments while viewing the teeny tiny artwork created by patrons of all ages on display at the library! All Ages. No participation or registration required to attend.
Spirits of the Bay State
Tuesday, October 3, 7pm
Massachusetts is home to some of the most historic places in America, what ghostly stories can be found walking down its many old roads and highways? Find curious abandoned places, haunted beaches, tavern ghosts and eerie cemeteries. Take a spirited journey highlighting stops in many cities and towns and explore stories of legends on this fun tour of mysterious area haunts. Located in the Stewart Room.
Virtual Programs
50+ Job Seekers
Wednesday, October 4, 9:30am
If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Each biweekly meeting is facilitated by Deborah Hope, MBA, PCIC, an experienced executive career coach. Virtual program held on Zoom.
Featured Topic: Resumes - the Basics
Special Interest Groups
Bookends Book Group
Monday, September 25, 10am
This book group discusses contemporary books, both fiction and non-fiction, led by Library Associate Rebecca. Copies of the book are available at the library. Located in the Banda Room.
Featured Title: The Facemaker: A Visionary Surgeon's Battle to Mend the Disfigured Soldiers of WWI by Lindsey Fitzharris
Creative Writing Skills Group
Tuesday, September 26, 7pm
Learn and apply creative writing tips, tools, and techniques shared by published authors and other writing experts. Open to all who want to improve their creative writing skills and get their work published. Led by local writing enthusiast, Barbara Alevras. Virtual program held on Zoom.
If you are interested in attending this event, please email Adult Services Librarian Erin Driscoll.
Needleworkers
Friday, September 29, 10am
Friday, October 6, 10am
This is a social group for those who do any kind of needle craft. Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc., and enjoy a little conversation and camaraderie. Drop-in. Located in the Banda Room.
Needleworkers at Night
Monday, October 2, 6:30pm
Can't make it to Needleworkers during the day? Check out Needleworkers at Night, a social group for those who do any kind of needle craft. Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc., and enjoy a little conversation and camaraderie. Drop-in. Located in the Banda Room.
Fiction Critique Group
Saturday, October 7, 9:15am
Love writing fiction? Whether you are drafting a short story or a novel, joining our Critique Group is a great opportunity to meet other writers and get constructive feedback in a supportive environment. Led by local writing enthusiast, Barbara Alevras. Virtual program held on Zoom.
If you are interested in attending this event, please email Adult Services Librarian Erin Driscoll.
Tech Help
Drop-In Tech Help
Tuesdays, 2pm
Wednesdays, 2pm
Saturdays, 2pm
If you have a tech question that's been bothering you, stop by Drop-in Tech Help and ask the experts. Virtual program held on Zoom.
Tiny Art Show is back! We want you to make a tiny piece of tiny art! Open to all ages and all mediums! Paint a tiny canvas, draw a tiny picture, create a tiny sculpture, a tiny felted creation, tiny knitting, or even tiny ceramics! Be creative!
Specifications: All artwork must be either on a 3x3 inch canvas or, if 3D, must be 3 inches or smaller in all dimensions.
Drop-Off: Ends 9/25! When you're ready to submit, please fill out the digital submission form here or fill out a printable submission form here or at the library.
Artwork on Display: 9/29-10/14
Reception (open to anyone, no registration or participation required!): 10/2 at 6:30pm
