Learn all about butterflies through beautiful pictures and stories with Jerry Schneider the Butterfly Guy. You’ll hear about butterfly characteristics and habitats, learn which flowers will attract them to your yard, and then you’ll create your own butterfly tee shirt! Please bring a plain, light colored, 100% cotton shirt. We’ll have a limited number of … Continued
Set off on a storytime adventure designed just for ages 4–7! Each session features a surprise picture book followed by a fun, hands-on craft or activity inspired by the story. Perfect for growing readers ready for imaginative, “big kid” creativity. When registering, please sign up with the child’s name & complete a separate registration for … Continued
In keeping with the “Plant a Seed, Read” summer program, join us for a creative and relaxing hands-on workshop taught by Karen Marshall of The Native Kitchen–you’ll craft your own Tree of Life wire pendant. In this class, students will learn the basic techniques of wire twisting, shaping, and wrapping to create a beautiful symbolic … Continued
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email.** Take several day and weekend trips around the Commonwealth to look at some of the natural beauty and historical sites of the Bay State. This program is led by “The … Continued
Register for 1, 2 or all 3 of these FREE Virtual Job Search Help Programs! Click the link to our event calendar for more information. EVENT CALENDAR
Create a one-of-a-kind planter that reflects your style! Decorate a pot with paint markers and other creative supplies, then plant seeds to take home and grow. Whether you design something funny, artistic, cute, or completely unique, you’ll leave with a personalized planter and the start of your own garden. No registration required.
Welcome to a blooming good cupcake showdown! Join us for a Plant a Seed, Read–inspired edition of Cupcake Wars, where your mission is to decorate cupcakes that capture the beauty of a garden in full bloom. Compete against other teens as you design cupcakes featuring flowers, plants, garden scenes, and more. You’ll be judged on … Continued
Get creative and build your own blooming masterpiece! Use a variety of materials, including legos, to design a garden, plant, or nature-inspired creation—realistic or totally fantastical. Work solo or with friends and see what you can grow from your imagination. Prizes will be awarded. REGISTER
Float into your next great read! Create your own ice cream float while sampling a variety of books in this relaxed, social book tasting experience. Discover new favorites, explore different genres, and leave with something you’re excited to read. REGISTER
Join us at the library for engaging storytimes designed for children from infancy through age 7, as well as family storytimes that offer a relaxing way to end the day together. Each session features stories and an activity that help build early literacy skills while encouraging a love of reading and learning. Whether you’re introducing … Continued
