Thursday March 23, 2023
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10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Preschool Story Hour

Preschool story hour returns on Thursdays at 10:30 AM this winter and springll! Children ages 3-5 who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver are invited to join Miss Heidi for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" Once the story portion of the program is complete, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft!

Preschool story hour runs from January 19th through May 11th. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Please note that once a child is registered, they hold a space for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Preschool story hour returns on Thursdays at 10:30 AM this winter and springll! Children ages 3-5 who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver are invited to join Miss Heidi for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" Once the story portion of the program is complete, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft!

Preschool story hour runs from January 19th through May 11th. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Please note that once a child is registered, they hold a space for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Family LEGO Night Library Legos

It doesn't matter if you are 8 or 80.  There is something magical and freeing about snapping those Lego bricks together to create something new, so cast your work and worries aside for an hour and join us for some building time. We will also have some larger Duplo blocks available for our younger friends who might not be Lego-ready yet.  Families and family-like groups of ALL ages are welcome to attend.  Challenge a neighbor!  Bring a friend!  Declare a Lego War!    
(This is not just for children but all children must be accompanied by an adult.)
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

It doesn't matter if you are 8 or 80.  There is something magical and freeing about snapping those Lego bricks together to create something new, so cast your work and worries aside for an hour and join us for some building time. We will also have some larger Duplo blocks available for our younger friends who might not be Lego-ready yet.  Families and family-like groups of ALL ages are welcome to attend.  Challenge a neighbor!  Bring a friend!  Declare a Lego War!    
(This is not just for children but all children must be accompanied by an adult.)
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Saturday March 25, 2023
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11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Family Storytime

Family StoryTime continues every Saturday morning this spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, Miss Kim, or Mrs. Grimmett) on Saturday mornings at 11:00 AM for few stories, songs, and rhymes. Story Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 5. Just drop in, no pre-registration required. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

 

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Family StoryTime continues every Saturday morning this spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, Miss Kim, or Mrs. Grimmett) on Saturday mornings at 11:00 AM for few stories, songs, and rhymes. Story Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 5. Just drop in, no pre-registration required. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

 

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Needle Felt Workshop with the Pop Up Art School

Needle Felt Workshop

Teens in grades 6 and up are invited to participate in a needle felt workshop with the Pop Up Art School on Saturday, March 25th at 2:00 PM. Back by popular demand, educators from the Pop Up Art School are returning to our library to guide teens in needle felting "the doodler"! Using a barbed needle and wool roving, the teens will be shown step-be-step how to sculpt the basic shapes of this adorable creature's body and then how to put it all together. They'll also learn how to add the mini pencil to the doodler's hand and take home the tiny book as well! Registration is required and will begin on March 7th. Funding for this program is provided by the Anderson Foundation.

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus   781-982-2139  abtab@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Needle Felt Workshop

Teens in grades 6 and up are invited to participate in a needle felt workshop with the Pop Up Art School on Saturday, March 25th at 2:00 PM. Back by popular demand, educators from the Pop Up Art School are returning to our library to guide teens in needle felting "the doodler"! Using a barbed needle and wool roving, the teens will be shown step-be-step how to sculpt the basic shapes of this adorable creature's body and then how to put it all together. They'll also learn how to add the mini pencil to the doodler's hand and take home the tiny book as well! Registration is required and will begin on March 7th. Funding for this program is provided by the Anderson Foundation.

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus 
  781.982.2139
   abtab@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday March 27, 2023
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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11:00 AM
Friends of the Library Meeting

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes. 

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes. 

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Bedtime Story Hour

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:
  
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Tuesday March 28, 2023
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2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Gutter & Bleed

 

Are you in grades 6-10 and a fan of Graphic Novels and Manga? If the answer is yes, then Miss Heidi has the after school group just for you!  The group will meet in the YA room on the last Tuesday of the month from 2:30-3:00ish.  

This is not a traditional book club but more of an appreciation group, so although we have general discussions and recommendations we also have the ability to build this into whatever we truly want it to be.  Each month has something slightly different.  Except for the cookies.  There are almost always cookies.
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: YA Room

 

Are you in grades 6-10 and a fan of Graphic Novels and Manga? If the answer is yes, then Miss Heidi has the after school group just for you!  The group will meet in the YA room on the last Tuesday of the month from 2:30-3:00ish.  

This is not a traditional book club but more of an appreciation group, so although we have general discussions and recommendations we also have the ability to build this into whatever we truly want it to be.  Each month has something slightly different.  Except for the cookies.  There are almost always cookies.
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: YA Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
E-Resources Meet and Greet

E-Resources Meet and Greet

Did you know your library card gives you digital access to many local newspapers including the Enterprise, Mariner and Patriot Ledger among others?  How about HeritageHub for genealogy needs?  Or do you want to learn how to watch a movie using Kanopy or Hoopla?
 
Come to the Abington E-Resources Meet and Greet to learn about what your card can unlock for you!  Our reference librarian will be here to answer any questions on how to use these services as well. 
If you can't make it, no worries!  Feel free to e-mail Rob with your questions at abref@ocln.org and he will reach out to assist.
CONTACT: Robert Goodale  (781) 982-2139  abref@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

E-Resources Meet and Greet

Did you know your library card gives you digital access to many local newspapers including the Enterprise, Mariner and Patriot Ledger among others?  How about HeritageHub for genealogy needs?  Or do you want to learn how to watch a movie using Kanopy or Hoopla?
 
Come to the Abington E-Resources Meet and Greet to learn about what your card can unlock for you!  Our reference librarian will be here to answer any questions on how to use these services as well. 
If you can't make it, no worries!  Feel free to e-mail Rob with your questions at abref@ocln.org and he will reach out to assist.
CONTACT:
  Robert Goodale
  (781) 982.2139
   abref@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday March 29, 2023
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Toddler Time

Toddler time returns for a 15-week session on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy for 15-20 minutes of short stories, puppet visits, egg shaking, scarf waving, and a whole lot of fun! Toddler time is geared towards children ages 0-3. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Once your child is registered, they are considered signed up for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Libray.

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Toddler time returns for a 15-week session on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy for 15-20 minutes of short stories, puppet visits, egg shaking, scarf waving, and a whole lot of fun! Toddler time is geared towards children ages 0-3. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Once your child is registered, they are considered signed up for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Libray.

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Word Games for All

Word Games for AllAs part of our Abington Reads celebration, we are inviting community members of ALL AGES to join us for an evening (or two) of word games.  We have Scrabble, Bananagrams and more.  We even have a set-up available for our very own table top Wordle-style game!  Want to know more?  Please ask at the circulation desk.There is no pre-registration needed for either of these events.  We simply ask that all attendees under age 16 be accompanied by a parent or guardian!

Word Games for AllAs part of our Abington Reads celebration, we are inviting community members of ALL AGES to join us for an evening (or two) of word games.  We have Scrabble, Bananagrams and more.  We even have a set-up available for our very own table top Wordle-style game!  Want to know more?  Please ask at the circulation desk.There is no pre-registration needed for either of these events.  We simply ask that all attendees under age 16 be accompanied by a parent or guardian!

Thursday March 30, 2023
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10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Preschool Story Hour

Preschool story hour returns on Thursdays at 10:30 AM this winter and springll! Children ages 3-5 who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver are invited to join Miss Heidi for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" Once the story portion of the program is complete, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft!

Preschool story hour runs from January 19th through May 11th. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Please note that once a child is registered, they hold a space for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Preschool story hour returns on Thursdays at 10:30 AM this winter and springll! Children ages 3-5 who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver are invited to join Miss Heidi for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" Once the story portion of the program is complete, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft!

Preschool story hour runs from January 19th through May 11th. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Please note that once a child is registered, they hold a space for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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7:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Welcome to The Library. Please talk.

We welcome members of our community to attend an open discussion of our Abington Reads selection, The Library Book by Susan Orlean. This informal discussion will be facilitated by Library Director Deborah Grimmett. 

We welcome members of our community to attend an open discussion of our Abington Reads selection, The Library Book by Susan Orlean. This informal discussion will be facilitated by Library Director Deborah Grimmett. 

Saturday April 1, 2023
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11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Family Storytime

Family StoryTime continues every Saturday morning this spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, Miss Kim, or Mrs. Grimmett) on Saturday mornings at 11:00 AM for few stories, songs, and rhymes. Story Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 5. Just drop in, no pre-registration required. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

 

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Family StoryTime continues every Saturday morning this spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, Miss Kim, or Mrs. Grimmett) on Saturday mornings at 11:00 AM for few stories, songs, and rhymes. Story Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 5. Just drop in, no pre-registration required. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

 

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday April 3, 2023
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10:15 AM
Friends of the Library Book Talk

The Friends of the Library will be hosting a Book Talk featuring The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead. This discussion will take place in the Copeland Room.

 

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  7819822139  ablib@ocln.org

The Friends of the Library will be hosting a Book Talk featuring The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead. This discussion will take place in the Copeland Room.

 

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  7819822139
   ablib@ocln.org

 
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Bedtime Story Hour

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:
  
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Tuesday April 4, 2023
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1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
Preschool Playgroup: Session C

Join Miss Heidi for a literacy-based adult and child playgroup with plenty of music, movement and fun. This group is designed to create a shared social and learning experience for our preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and will begin on February 14. 

Playgroup will be held in 4-week sessions on a registration basis. This session will run  2/28, 3/7, 3/14, and 3/21
 
 
 
 
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Join Miss Heidi for a literacy-based adult and child playgroup with plenty of music, movement and fun. This group is designed to create a shared social and learning experience for our preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and will begin on February 14. 

Playgroup will be held in 4-week sessions on a registration basis. This session will run  2/28, 3/7, 3/14, and 3/21
 
 
 
 
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Teen Advisory Board

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT: Amy Hindle  78-982-2139  abtab@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:
  Amy Hindle
  78.982.2139
   abtab@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday April 5, 2023
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Toddler Time

Toddler time returns for a 15-week session on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy for 15-20 minutes of short stories, puppet visits, egg shaking, scarf waving, and a whole lot of fun! Toddler time is geared towards children ages 0-3. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Once your child is registered, they are considered signed up for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Libray.

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Toddler time returns for a 15-week session on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy for 15-20 minutes of short stories, puppet visits, egg shaking, scarf waving, and a whole lot of fun! Toddler time is geared towards children ages 0-3. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Once your child is registered, they are considered signed up for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Libray.

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Lego Club

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in Kindergarten and up are invited to join Mr Jonathan for an hour of creativity and building. Please note that space is limited. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in Kindergarten and up are invited to join Mr Jonathan for an hour of creativity and building. Please note that space is limited. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Popular Fiction Book Club - Virtual on Zoom

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or email us at abpickup@ocln.org for curbside pick up, or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list. 

 

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  7819822139  ablib@ocln.org

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or email us at abpickup@ocln.org for curbside pick up, or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list. 

 

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  7819822139
   ablib@ocln.org

Thursday April 6, 2023
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10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Preschool Story Hour

Preschool story hour returns on Thursdays at 10:30 AM this winter and springll! Children ages 3-5 who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver are invited to join Miss Heidi for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" Once the story portion of the program is complete, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft!

Preschool story hour runs from January 19th through May 11th. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Please note that once a child is registered, they hold a space for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Preschool story hour returns on Thursdays at 10:30 AM this winter and springll! Children ages 3-5 who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver are invited to join Miss Heidi for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" Once the story portion of the program is complete, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft!

Preschool story hour runs from January 19th through May 11th. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Please note that once a child is registered, they hold a space for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Drop-In Device Advice

Do you need help setting up your new device?  Are you having trouble accessing library resources on your Kindle?  

Join Reference Librarian Rob with any questions!  Get any assistance you need with your device and hopefully learn something new!  All skill levels and needs welcome.  

If you can't make it, no worries!  Feel free to e-mail Rob with your questions at abref@ocln.org and he will reach out to assist.

CONTACT: Robert Goodale  (781) 982-2139  abref@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Do you need help setting up your new device?  Are you having trouble accessing library resources on your Kindle?  

Join Reference Librarian Rob with any questions!  Get any assistance you need with your device and hopefully learn something new!  All skill levels and needs welcome.  

If you can't make it, no worries!  Feel free to e-mail Rob with your questions at abref@ocln.org and he will reach out to assist.

CONTACT:
  Robert Goodale
  (781) 982.2139
   abref@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Saturday April 8, 2023
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11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Family Storytime

Family StoryTime continues every Saturday morning this spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, Miss Kim, or Mrs. Grimmett) on Saturday mornings at 11:00 AM for few stories, songs, and rhymes. Story Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 5. Just drop in, no pre-registration required. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

 

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Family StoryTime continues every Saturday morning this spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, Miss Kim, or Mrs. Grimmett) on Saturday mornings at 11:00 AM for few stories, songs, and rhymes. Story Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 5. Just drop in, no pre-registration required. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

 

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday April 10, 2023
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Bedtime Story Hour

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:
  
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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7:00 PM - 8:15 PM
APL Tests Cookbooks

APL Tests Cookbooks Group

The APL Tests Cookbooks Group will be meeting in the Copeland Room from 7:00 - 8:15. This month, pick a recipe inspired by one of your favorite books, movies, TV shows, and more. Remember to make just one portion as we are just tasting. We are meeting in the Copeland Room to socialize, taste, and discuss the recipes. Please come prepared to discuss informally what you liked or did not like about the recipe. Books are available now in the library and we are always looking for new, and more participants. 

Please share the name of your recipe, book, and page number with Linda or Sandy or send it to adultprogram@ocln.org. We will compile a list of the recipes for reference. Please direct any questions to Linda or Sandy or email us at abadultprogram@ocln.org.

CONTACT: Linda Sampson  781-982-2139  abadultprogram@ocln.org

APL Tests Cookbooks Group

The APL Tests Cookbooks Group will be meeting in the Copeland Room from 7:00 - 8:15. This month, pick a recipe inspired by one of your favorite books, movies, TV shows, and more. Remember to make just one portion as we are just tasting. We are meeting in the Copeland Room to socialize, taste, and discuss the recipes. Please come prepared to discuss informally what you liked or did not like about the recipe. Books are available now in the library and we are always looking for new, and more participants. 

Please share the name of your recipe, book, and page number with Linda or Sandy or send it to adultprogram@ocln.org. We will compile a list of the recipes for reference. Please direct any questions to Linda or Sandy or email us at abadultprogram@ocln.org.

CONTACT:
  Linda Sampson
  781.982.2139
   abadultprogram@ocln.org

Tuesday April 11, 2023
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1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
Preschool Playgroup: Session C

Join Miss Heidi for a literacy-based adult and child playgroup with plenty of music, movement and fun. This group is designed to create a shared social and learning experience for our preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and will begin on February 14. 

Playgroup will be held in 4-week sessions on a registration basis. This session will run  2/28, 3/7, 3/14, and 3/21
 
 
 
 
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Join Miss Heidi for a literacy-based adult and child playgroup with plenty of music, movement and fun. This group is designed to create a shared social and learning experience for our preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and will begin on February 14. 

Playgroup will be held in 4-week sessions on a registration basis. This session will run  2/28, 3/7, 3/14, and 3/21
 
 
 
 
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Mystery Book Group

The Mystery Book Group will be discussing The Stranger Behind You by Carol Goodman.  Books are available in print here at APL, and may be available electronically on Libby or hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours, or we will deliver it curbside.  Email ablib@ocln.org if you are new to the group.  

 

 

 

 
CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

The Mystery Book Group will be discussing The Stranger Behind You by Carol Goodman.  Books are available in print here at APL, and may be available electronically on Libby or hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours, or we will deliver it curbside.  Email ablib@ocln.org if you are new to the group.  

 

 

 

 
CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday April 12, 2023
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Toddler Time

Toddler time returns for a 15-week session on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy for 15-20 minutes of short stories, puppet visits, egg shaking, scarf waving, and a whole lot of fun! Toddler time is geared towards children ages 0-3. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Once your child is registered, they are considered signed up for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Libray.

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Toddler time returns for a 15-week session on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy for 15-20 minutes of short stories, puppet visits, egg shaking, scarf waving, and a whole lot of fun! Toddler time is geared towards children ages 0-3. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Once your child is registered, they are considered signed up for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Libray.

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Thursday April 13, 2023
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10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Preschool Story Hour

Preschool story hour returns on Thursdays at 10:30 AM this winter and springll! Children ages 3-5 who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver are invited to join Miss Heidi for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" Once the story portion of the program is complete, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft!

Preschool story hour runs from January 19th through May 11th. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Please note that once a child is registered, they hold a space for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Preschool story hour returns on Thursdays at 10:30 AM this winter and springll! Children ages 3-5 who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver are invited to join Miss Heidi for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" Once the story portion of the program is complete, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft!

Preschool story hour runs from January 19th through May 11th. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Please note that once a child is registered, they hold a space for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Family LEGO Night
It doesn't matter if you are 8 or 80.  There is something magical and freeing about snapping those Lego bricks together to create something new, so cast your work and worries aside for an hour and join us for some building time. We will also have some larger Duplo blocks available for our younger friends who might not be Lego-ready yet.  Families and family-like groups of ALL ages are welcome to attend.  Challenge a neighbor!  Bring a friend!  Declare a Lego War!    
(This is not just for children but all children must be accompanied by an adult.)
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room
It doesn't matter if you are 8 or 80.  There is something magical and freeing about snapping those Lego bricks together to create something new, so cast your work and worries aside for an hour and join us for some building time. We will also have some larger Duplo blocks available for our younger friends who might not be Lego-ready yet.  Families and family-like groups of ALL ages are welcome to attend.  Challenge a neighbor!  Bring a friend!  Declare a Lego War!    
(This is not just for children but all children must be accompanied by an adult.)
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Saturday April 15, 2023
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11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Family Storytime

Family StoryTime continues every Saturday morning this spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, Miss Kim, or Mrs. Grimmett) on Saturday mornings at 11:00 AM for few stories, songs, and rhymes. Story Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 5. Just drop in, no pre-registration required. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

 

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Family StoryTime continues every Saturday morning this spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, Miss Kim, or Mrs. Grimmett) on Saturday mornings at 11:00 AM for few stories, songs, and rhymes. Story Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 5. Just drop in, no pre-registration required. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

 

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Saturday April 22, 2023
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11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Family Storytime

Family StoryTime continues every Saturday morning this spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, Miss Kim, or Mrs. Grimmett) on Saturday mornings at 11:00 AM for few stories, songs, and rhymes. Story Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 5. Just drop in, no pre-registration required. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

 

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Family StoryTime continues every Saturday morning this spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, Miss Kim, or Mrs. Grimmett) on Saturday mornings at 11:00 AM for few stories, songs, and rhymes. Story Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 5. Just drop in, no pre-registration required. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

 

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday April 24, 2023
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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11:00 AM
Friends of the Library Meeting

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes. 

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes. 

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Bedtime Story Hour

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:
  
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Tuesday April 25, 2023
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1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
Preschool Playgroup: Session C

Join Miss Heidi for a literacy-based adult and child playgroup with plenty of music, movement and fun. This group is designed to create a shared social and learning experience for our preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and will begin on February 14. 

Playgroup will be held in 4-week sessions on a registration basis. This session will run  2/28, 3/7, 3/14, and 3/21
 
 
 
 
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Join Miss Heidi for a literacy-based adult and child playgroup with plenty of music, movement and fun. This group is designed to create a shared social and learning experience for our preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and will begin on February 14. 

Playgroup will be held in 4-week sessions on a registration basis. This session will run  2/28, 3/7, 3/14, and 3/21
 
 
 
 
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Gutter & Bleed

 

Are you in grades 6-10 and a fan of Graphic Novels and Manga? If the answer is yes, then Miss Heidi has the after school group just for you!  The group will meet in the YA room on the last Tuesday of the month from 2:30-3:00ish.  

This is not a traditional book club but more of an appreciation group, so although we have general discussions and recommendations we also have the ability to build this into whatever we truly want it to be.  Each month has something slightly different.  Except for the cookies.  There are almost always cookies.
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: YA Room

 

Are you in grades 6-10 and a fan of Graphic Novels and Manga? If the answer is yes, then Miss Heidi has the after school group just for you!  The group will meet in the YA room on the last Tuesday of the month from 2:30-3:00ish.  

This is not a traditional book club but more of an appreciation group, so although we have general discussions and recommendations we also have the ability to build this into whatever we truly want it to be.  Each month has something slightly different.  Except for the cookies.  There are almost always cookies.
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: YA Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Open-Mic Poetry Night

April is National Poetry Month!  To celebrate, Abington Public Library is having an Open-Mic Poetry Night.  You can share a poem of your own creation or read a personal favorite!  You can also feel free to just come and listen!

No experience needed!  Open to Teens and Adults.  Please reach out to our Reference Librarian Rob with any questions at abref@ocln.org

CONTACT: Robert Goodale  (781) 982-2139  abref@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

April is National Poetry Month!  To celebrate, Abington Public Library is having an Open-Mic Poetry Night.  You can share a poem of your own creation or read a personal favorite!  You can also feel free to just come and listen!

No experience needed!  Open to Teens and Adults.  Please reach out to our Reference Librarian Rob with any questions at abref@ocln.org

CONTACT:
  Robert Goodale
  (781) 982.2139
   abref@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday April 26, 2023
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Toddler Time

Toddler time returns for a 15-week session on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy for 15-20 minutes of short stories, puppet visits, egg shaking, scarf waving, and a whole lot of fun! Toddler time is geared towards children ages 0-3. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Once your child is registered, they are considered signed up for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Libray.

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Toddler time returns for a 15-week session on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy for 15-20 minutes of short stories, puppet visits, egg shaking, scarf waving, and a whole lot of fun! Toddler time is geared towards children ages 0-3. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Once your child is registered, they are considered signed up for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Libray.

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Non Fiction Book Club

Non Fiction Book Club will be discussing Trial by Fire: A Devastating Tragedy, 100 Lives Lost, and a 15-year Search for Truth by Scott James. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Will Adamczyk.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Email ablib@ocln.org if you are new to the group. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Copeland Room.

 

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Non Fiction Book Club will be discussing Trial by Fire: A Devastating Tragedy, 100 Lives Lost, and a 15-year Search for Truth by Scott James. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Will Adamczyk.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Email ablib@ocln.org if you are new to the group. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Copeland Room.

 

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Thursday April 27, 2023
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10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Preschool Story Hour

Preschool story hour returns on Thursdays at 10:30 AM this winter and springll! Children ages 3-5 who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver are invited to join Miss Heidi for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" Once the story portion of the program is complete, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft!

Preschool story hour runs from January 19th through May 11th. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Please note that once a child is registered, they hold a space for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Preschool story hour returns on Thursdays at 10:30 AM this winter and springll! Children ages 3-5 who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver are invited to join Miss Heidi for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" Once the story portion of the program is complete, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft!

Preschool story hour runs from January 19th through May 11th. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Please note that once a child is registered, they hold a space for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Saturday April 29, 2023
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11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Family Storytime

Family StoryTime continues every Saturday morning this spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, Miss Kim, or Mrs. Grimmett) on Saturday mornings at 11:00 AM for few stories, songs, and rhymes. Story Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 5. Just drop in, no pre-registration required. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

 

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Family StoryTime continues every Saturday morning this spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, Miss Kim, or Mrs. Grimmett) on Saturday mornings at 11:00 AM for few stories, songs, and rhymes. Story Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 5. Just drop in, no pre-registration required. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

 

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday May 1, 2023
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10:15 AM
Friends of the Library Book Talk

The Friends of the Library will be hosting a Book Talk featuring Eternal by Lisa Scottoline. This discussion will take place in the Copeland Room.

 

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  7819822139  ablib@ocln.org

The Friends of the Library will be hosting a Book Talk featuring Eternal by Lisa Scottoline. This discussion will take place in the Copeland Room.

 

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  7819822139
   ablib@ocln.org

 
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Bedtime Story Hour

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:
  
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Tuesday May 2, 2023
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1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
Preschool Playgroup: Session C

Join Miss Heidi for a literacy-based adult and child playgroup with plenty of music, movement and fun. This group is designed to create a shared social and learning experience for our preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and will begin on February 14. 

Playgroup will be held in 4-week sessions on a registration basis. This session will run  2/28, 3/7, 3/14, and 3/21
 
 
 
 
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Join Miss Heidi for a literacy-based adult and child playgroup with plenty of music, movement and fun. This group is designed to create a shared social and learning experience for our preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and will begin on February 14. 

Playgroup will be held in 4-week sessions on a registration basis. This session will run  2/28, 3/7, 3/14, and 3/21
 
 
 
 
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Teen Advisory Board

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT: Amy Hindle  78-982-2139  abtab@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:
  Amy Hindle
  78.982.2139
   abtab@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday May 3, 2023
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Toddler Time

Toddler time returns for a 15-week session on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy for 15-20 minutes of short stories, puppet visits, egg shaking, scarf waving, and a whole lot of fun! Toddler time is geared towards children ages 0-3. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Once your child is registered, they are considered signed up for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Libray.

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Toddler time returns for a 15-week session on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy for 15-20 minutes of short stories, puppet visits, egg shaking, scarf waving, and a whole lot of fun! Toddler time is geared towards children ages 0-3. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Once your child is registered, they are considered signed up for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Libray.

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Lego Club

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in Kindergarten and up are invited to join Mr Jonathan for an hour of creativity and building. Please note that space is limited. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in Kindergarten and up are invited to join Mr Jonathan for an hour of creativity and building. Please note that space is limited. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Popular Fiction Book Club - Virtual on Zoom

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list. 

 

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  7819822139  ablib@ocln.org

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list. 

 

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  7819822139
   ablib@ocln.org

Thursday May 4, 2023
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10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Preschool Story Hour

Preschool story hour returns on Thursdays at 10:30 AM this winter and springll! Children ages 3-5 who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver are invited to join Miss Heidi for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" Once the story portion of the program is complete, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft!

Preschool story hour runs from January 19th through May 11th. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Please note that once a child is registered, they hold a space for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Preschool story hour returns on Thursdays at 10:30 AM this winter and springll! Children ages 3-5 who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver are invited to join Miss Heidi for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" Once the story portion of the program is complete, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft!

Preschool story hour runs from January 19th through May 11th. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Please note that once a child is registered, they hold a space for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Monday May 8, 2023
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Bedtime Story Hour

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:
  
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Tuesday May 9, 2023
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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Mystery Book Group

The Mystery Book Group will be discussing Sea Storm by Andrew Mayne.  Books are available in print here at APL, and may be available electronically on Libby or hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours.  Email ablib@ocln.org if you are new to the group.  Tonight's discussion will be held via Zoom.

 

 

 

 
CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

The Mystery Book Group will be discussing Sea Storm by Andrew Mayne.  Books are available in print here at APL, and may be available electronically on Libby or hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours.  Email ablib@ocln.org if you are new to the group.  Tonight's discussion will be held via Zoom.

 

 

 

 
CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday May 10, 2023
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Toddler Time

Toddler time returns for a 15-week session on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy for 15-20 minutes of short stories, puppet visits, egg shaking, scarf waving, and a whole lot of fun! Toddler time is geared towards children ages 0-3. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Once your child is registered, they are considered signed up for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Libray.

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Toddler time returns for a 15-week session on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy for 15-20 minutes of short stories, puppet visits, egg shaking, scarf waving, and a whole lot of fun! Toddler time is geared towards children ages 0-3. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Once your child is registered, they are considered signed up for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Libray.

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Spring Crafternoon

Join us for a spring crafternoon on Wednesday, May 10th at 3:30 PM. Kids in kindergarten and up are invited to listen to a story or two before heading to the craft tables and putting their creative skills to the test. Registration is required and begins on May 3rd. Our craft programs are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Hindle  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Join us for a spring crafternoon on Wednesday, May 10th at 3:30 PM. Kids in kindergarten and up are invited to listen to a story or two before heading to the craft tables and putting their creative skills to the test. Registration is required and begins on May 3rd. Our craft programs are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Hindle
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Thursday May 11, 2023
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10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Preschool Story Hour

Preschool story hour returns on Thursdays at 10:30 AM this winter and springll! Children ages 3-5 who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver are invited to join Miss Heidi for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" Once the story portion of the program is complete, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft!

Preschool story hour runs from January 19th through May 11th. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Please note that once a child is registered, they hold a space for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Preschool story hour returns on Thursdays at 10:30 AM this winter and springll! Children ages 3-5 who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver are invited to join Miss Heidi for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" Once the story portion of the program is complete, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft!

Preschool story hour runs from January 19th through May 11th. Registration is required and begins on January 11th. Please note that once a child is registered, they hold a space for the entire 15-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Monday May 15, 2023
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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11:00 AM
Friends of the Library Meeting

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes. 

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes. 

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Bedtime Story Hour

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:
  
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Tuesday May 16, 2023
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1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
Preschool Playgroup: Session D

Join Miss Heidi for a literacy-based adult and child playgroup with plenty of music, movement and fun. This group is designed to create a shared social and learning experience for our preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and will begin on May 9.

Playgroup will be held in 4-week sessions on a registration basis. This session will run 5/16, 5/23, 5/30 and 6/6.
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Join Miss Heidi for a literacy-based adult and child playgroup with plenty of music, movement and fun. This group is designed to create a shared social and learning experience for our preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and will begin on May 9.

Playgroup will be held in 4-week sessions on a registration basis. This session will run 5/16, 5/23, 5/30 and 6/6.
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Thursday May 18, 2023
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Family LEGO Night
It doesn't matter if you are 8 or 80.  There is something magical and freeing about snapping those Lego bricks together to create something new, so cast your work and worries aside for an hour and join us for some building time. We will also have some larger Duplo blocks available for our younger friends who might not be Lego-ready yet.  Families and family-like groups of ALL ages are welcome to attend.  Challenge a neighbor!  Bring a friend!  Declare a Lego War!    
(This is not just for children but all children must be accompanied by an adult.)
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room
It doesn't matter if you are 8 or 80.  There is something magical and freeing about snapping those Lego bricks together to create something new, so cast your work and worries aside for an hour and join us for some building time. We will also have some larger Duplo blocks available for our younger friends who might not be Lego-ready yet.  Families and family-like groups of ALL ages are welcome to attend.  Challenge a neighbor!  Bring a friend!  Declare a Lego War!    
(This is not just for children but all children must be accompanied by an adult.)
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday May 22, 2023
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Bedtime Story Hour

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:
  
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Tuesday May 23, 2023
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1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
Preschool Playgroup: Session D

Join Miss Heidi for a literacy-based adult and child playgroup with plenty of music, movement and fun. This group is designed to create a shared social and learning experience for our preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and will begin on May 9.

Playgroup will be held in 4-week sessions on a registration basis. This session will run 5/16, 5/23, 5/30 and 6/6.
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Join Miss Heidi for a literacy-based adult and child playgroup with plenty of music, movement and fun. This group is designed to create a shared social and learning experience for our preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and will begin on May 9.

Playgroup will be held in 4-week sessions on a registration basis. This session will run 5/16, 5/23, 5/30 and 6/6.
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Tuesday May 30, 2023
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1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
Preschool Playgroup: Session D

Join Miss Heidi for a literacy-based adult and child playgroup with plenty of music, movement and fun. This group is designed to create a shared social and learning experience for our preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and will begin on May 9.

Playgroup will be held in 4-week sessions on a registration basis. This session will run 5/16, 5/23, 5/30 and 6/6.
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Join Miss Heidi for a literacy-based adult and child playgroup with plenty of music, movement and fun. This group is designed to create a shared social and learning experience for our preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and will begin on May 9.

Playgroup will be held in 4-week sessions on a registration basis. This session will run 5/16, 5/23, 5/30 and 6/6.
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Gutter & Bleed

 

Are you in grades 6-10 and a fan of Graphic Novels and Manga? If the answer is yes, then Miss Heidi has the after school group just for you!  The group will meet in the YA room on the last Tuesday of the month from 2:30-3:00ish.  

This is not a traditional book club but more of an appreciation group, so although we have general discussions and recommendations we also have the ability to build this into whatever we truly want it to be.  Each month has something slightly different.  Except for the cookies.  There are almost always cookies.
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: YA Room

 

Are you in grades 6-10 and a fan of Graphic Novels and Manga? If the answer is yes, then Miss Heidi has the after school group just for you!  The group will meet in the YA room on the last Tuesday of the month from 2:30-3:00ish.  

This is not a traditional book club but more of an appreciation group, so although we have general discussions and recommendations we also have the ability to build this into whatever we truly want it to be.  Each month has something slightly different.  Except for the cookies.  There are almost always cookies.
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: YA Room

Monday June 5, 2023
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Bedtime Story Hour

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:
  
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Tuesday June 6, 2023
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1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
Preschool Playgroup: Session D

Join Miss Heidi for a literacy-based adult and child playgroup with plenty of music, movement and fun. This group is designed to create a shared social and learning experience for our preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and will begin on May 9. 

Playgroup will be held in 4-week sessions on a registration basis. This session will run 5/16, 5/23, 5/30 and 6/6.
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Join Miss Heidi for a literacy-based adult and child playgroup with plenty of music, movement and fun. This group is designed to create a shared social and learning experience for our preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required and will begin on May 9. 

Playgroup will be held in 4-week sessions on a registration basis. This session will run 5/16, 5/23, 5/30 and 6/6.
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Teen Advisory Board

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT: Amy Hindle  78-982-2139  abtab@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:
  Amy Hindle
  78.982.2139
   abtab@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday June 7, 2023
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3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Lego Club

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in Kindergarten and up are invited to join Mr Jonathan for an hour of creativity and building. Please note that space is limited. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in Kindergarten and up are invited to join Mr Jonathan for an hour of creativity and building. Please note that space is limited. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Popular Fiction Book Club - Virtual on Zoom

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading Black Cake by Charmain Wilkerson and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list. 

 

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  7819822139  ablib@ocln.org

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading Black Cake by Charmain Wilkerson and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list. 

 

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  7819822139
   ablib@ocln.org

Monday June 12, 2023
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT: Sandy Bumpus  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Toddler time continues every Monday morning this winter and spring! Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi or Mrs. Grimmett) on Monday morning at 10:30 AM for a few short stories, songs, puppet visits, egg shaking, and scarf waving. Toddler Time is a 20 minute program that is geared towards children ages newborn - 3. Monday Morning Toddler Time is drop in, no pre-registration required, with a cap of 15 and will be held in the Copeland Room. Please sign in in the Children's Room when you arrive. 

Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the  Library. 

CONTACT:
  Sandy Bumpus
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Bedtime Story Hour

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Everyone's favorite program, Bedtime Story Hour, returns this winter and spring on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM with Miss Kim! Kids ages 4 and up are invited to put on their coziest P.J.s, grab a favorite stuffed animal and head over to the library for 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and the opportunity to "Go Bananas!" It's the best way to start the week! Bedtime story hour is a drop-in program, and registration is not necessary. Our storytime programs are funded by the Friends of the Library. 

CONTACT:
  
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Wednesday September 6, 2023
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Popular Fiction Book Club - Virtual on Zoom

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list. 

 

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  7819822139  ablib@ocln.org

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list. 

 

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  7819822139
   ablib@ocln.org

Wednesday October 4, 2023
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Popular Fiction Book Club - Virtual on Zoom

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading Wrong Place, Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list. 

 

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  7819822139  ablib@ocln.org

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading Wrong Place, Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list. 

 

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  7819822139
   ablib@ocln.org

Wednesday November 1, 2023
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Popular Fiction Book Club - Virtual on Zoom

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading The Christie Affair by Nina de Gramont and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Overdrive. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list. 

 

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  7819822139  ablib@ocln.org

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading The Christie Affair by Nina de Gramont and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Overdrive. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list. 

 

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  7819822139
   ablib@ocln.org


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