Other book discussion groups this summer:

June 21: Born a Crime by Trevor Noah

July 19: Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng

Copies of the selected books will be available at the Library one month prior to the meeting date.

All good things must come to an end and our summer reading program does too... but not without a big bash!! The Friends of the Beaman Library are sponsoring this special night for families. Please bring water bottles, bug spray and a blanket. We will read for a few minutes and then enjoy songs by Rick Goldin, a recording artist, as we eat italian ice! Rick wil have you singing and dancing along with his concert! Winners of our highest readers will be announced as well as the winner of this year's PTA Pizza Party at Major Edwards Elementary School!

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND

Groups of 3-6 people may sign up. Registration is required. Sign up by August 16. Also offered on August 21 at 2PM or 5PM, August 22 at 11AM or 1PM, or on August 23 at 1PM.

Groups of 3-6 people may sign up. Registration is required. Sign up by August 16. Also offered on August 18 at 10AM, August 21 at 5PM, August 22 at 11AM or 1PM, or on August 23 at 1PM.

Groups of 3-6 people may sign up. Registration is required. Sign up by August 16. Also offered on August 18 at 10AM, August 21 at 2PM, August 22 at 11AM or 1PM, or on August 23 at 1PM.

Groups of 3-6 people may sign up. Registration is required. Sign up by August 16. Also offered on August 18 at 10AM, August 21 at 2PM or 5PM, August 22 at 1PM, or on August 23 at 1PM.

Groups of 3-6 people may sign up. Registration is required. Sign up by August 16. Also offered on August 18 at 10AM, August 21 at 2PM or 5PM, August 22 at 11AM, or on August 23 at 1PM.

Learn about the terrain of Massachusetts and the natural forces that acted on it. Kevin Kopchynski will give an up-close demo of rock identification with the aid of magnified projector images, and you can try your skills in a hands-on tour of several rock identification stations. This program is intended for ages 12 to adult, but younger children with a strong interest in rocks may enjoy attending with their parent(s).

It is time to go back to school! Are you ready for Kindergarten? Maybe you are feeling a little nervous about your first day of school? Don't worry, we will read several really fun books and do a little craft. Maybe you might even meet some of your schoolmates here that night! Join us for this special night!

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND

Bring your sewing machines, fabric cutting mats, your leftover fabrics, your ideas and we will enjoy an afternoon making quilts for babies in the NICU at area hospitals. Prefer needle arts? We will also be making Calming Lap Blankets to use in our future story times for children with special needs. This program will continue in July and August as well!

Experience the benefits of gentle yoga stretches, calming breath techniques, and the value of meditation. Dress for movement. Bring a water bottle, and your yoga mat or a thick towel. Weather permitting, class may meet outside! Other dates include: August 29.

Come to the Library to find out what all the fun is about! You do not want to miss out! This program is for children ages 2-6 years old.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND

Groups of 3-6 people may sign up. Registration is required. Sign up by August 16. Also offered on August 18 at 10AM, August 21 at 2PM or 5PM, or August 22 at 11AM or 1PM.

Friends Meeting

Read any book about or including Plants! Choose fiction or nonfiction, a young adult, adult, or picture book! Loree and Library staff will share some art book ideas in the library and online.

Join other Italian speakers in the community, and some students from the College of the Holy Cross. Participants are encouraged to speak only Italian for the two hours the Circolo meets. *Please call the Library to confirm specific dates and locations.

Bring your sewing machines, fabric cutting mats, your leftover fabrics, your ideas and we will enjoy an afternoon making quilts for babies in the NICU at area hospitals. Prefer needle arts? We will also be making Calming Lap Blankets to use in our future story times for children with special needs. This program will continue in July and August as well!

Experience the benefits of gentle yoga stretches, calming breath techniques, and the value of meditation. Dress for movement. Bring a water bottle, and your yoga mat or a thick towel. Weather permitting, class may meet outside!

For 2019 coverage, open enrollment will run from October 15, 2018, to December 7, 2018. During the annual enrollment period (AEP) you can make changes to various aspects of your coverage. You can switch from Original Medicare to Medicare Advantage, or vice versa. Learn more about Medicare, supplemental, and private insurance options! Scott Lauer is a licensed broker, certified through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

Bring in a book that you have checked out of the library to share with others (but NOT the ending)! Learn about a new author or genre while you listen to others and enjoy some delicious brownies!!

This is open to ALL READERS!!

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND

Italian Conversation Circle (Circolo Italiano) meets on the second and fourth Saturdays* from 10 a.m.-12 noon
Join other Italian speakers in the community, and some students from the College of the Holy Cross. Participants are encouraged to speak only Italian for the two hours the Circolo meets. *Please call the Library to confirm specific dates and locations.

Drop in Story Time for the little ones.

Give your baby a wonderful head start in the world of words by attending this program developed for children from birth to 18 months old. This program promotes emergent learning through lap bounces, rhymes, stories, instruments and song. This is a 6 week program and will not be held if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

The Little Gym is the world's premier enrichment and physical development center for children. Programs offer children a springboard to Life's Adventures by using movement-based learning and imaginative play to help build confidence and skills needed at each stage of childhood. They do this through gymnastics, dance, and sports classes. Join us for a taste of what The Little gym has to offer! These events are for children ages 2-6 years old.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

The New England Electric Auto Association and West Boylston Municipal Light Department are sponsoring the New England Electric Car Show at the Library. They will bring dealers, and cars for you to view. They will have information on MA energy rebates and solar companies.

Does your child have special challenges that make a traditional story time experience difficult? We are offering a special story time just for these kids and their siblings. This will hopefully make story time a more posirive experience for all participants in this welcoming atmosphere.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

For children 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers, this program fosters emergent learning during the critical early years of development. Your child will develop a love of learning through finger plays, movement, rhythmic exercises, and more. This is a 6 week program and will not meet if West Boylston Schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

For children 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers, this program fosters emergent learning during the critical early years of development. Your child will develop a love of learning through finger plays, movement, rhythmic exercises, and more!  This is  6 week program and will not be held if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Your four year old can come to this class alone!!  We will be singing and dancing but with a bit more skill and literacy-building components! . This is a 6 week program and will not meet if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Drop in Story Time for the little ones.

Give your baby a wonderful head start in the world of words by attending this program developed for children from birth to 18 months old. This program promotes emergent learning through lap bounces, rhymes, stories, instruments and song. This is a 6 week program and will not be held if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND

Author Dianne Benson Davis " Eagle One" presenting her experience as caretaker for baby bald eagles.  She was part of the program to restore the Quabbin Eagle population.

Does your child have special challenges that make a traditional story time experience difficult? We are offering a special story time just for these kids and their siblings. This will hopefully make story time a more posirive experience for all participants in this welcoming atmosphere.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Joining Girl Scouts is a great way to help girls build confidence, try new things, and discover their inner G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-Taker, Leader).

Girl Scouts is open to girls in grades K-12 and troops are forming now!

To learn more and to join in the fun, parents and their daughters are invited to attend a Girl Scout Information Event on Wednesday Sept. 19 at Beaman Memorial Library 8 Newton Street in West Boylston at 6pm.

If you have any questions, please contact Kerry O’Brien at kobrien@gscwm.org, or 508-749-3633, or the Girl Scout Leadership Center at 413-584-2602.

Experience the benefits of gentle yoga stretches, calming breath techniques, and the value of meditation. Dress for movement. Bring a water bottle, and your yoga mat or a thick towel. Weather permitting, class may meet outside! This program is also going to be held on October 17, November 14 and December 12 at 6:30 p.m.

For children 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers, this program fosters emergent learning during the critical early years of development. Your child will develop a love of learning through finger plays, movement, rhythmic exercises, and more. This is a 6 week program and will not meet if West Boylston Schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

For children 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers, this program fosters emergent learning during the critical early years of development. Your child will develop a love of learning through finger plays, movement, rhythmic exercises, and more!  This is  6 week program and will not be held if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Your four year old can come to this class alone!!  We will be singing and dancing but with a bit more skill and literacy-building components! . This is a 6 week program and will not meet if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Join us at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 20: The Waters of Eternal Youth, Donna Leon. Copies of the selected books will be available at the Library one month prior to the meeting date. Upcoming dates and titles are: Oct. 18: Inside the O'Briens, Lisa Genova and Nov. 15: My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry, Fredrik Backman

Reiki is a Japanese healing modality that uses energy to promote healing, relaxation, stress and pain reduction. Meet Carolyn Erskine, learn how she became a Reiki Master, and participate in a Reiki experience.

Italian Conversation Circle (Circolo Italiano) meets on the second and fourth Saturdays* from 10 a.m.-12 noon
Join other Italian speakers in the community, and some students from the College of the Holy Cross. Participants are encouraged to speak only Italian for the two hours the Circolo meets. *Please call the Library to confirm specific dates and locations.

Drop in Story Time for the little ones.

Give your baby a wonderful head start in the world of words by attending this program developed for children from birth to 18 months old. This program promotes emergent learning through lap bounces, rhymes, stories, instruments and song. This is a 6 week program and will not be held if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND

Reiki is a Japanese healing modality that uses energy to promote healing, relaxation, stress and pain reduction. Reiki, refers to the energy that all living beings possess. Children ages 8-12 years old, will learn to feel their own energy ( and perhaps have a discussion of how they perceive their energy when stressed of angry or calm) as well as that of other natural elements such as plants and crystals. Additionally, they will learn some hand positions to soothe themselves. A brief, guided reiki experience will be included in this class. Please bring a blanket or mat.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Does your child have special challenges that make a traditional story time experience difficult? We are offering a special story time just for these kids and their siblings. This will hopefully make story time a more posirive experience for all participants in this welcoming atmosphere.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

"Fall" back to the 1980's with 3 classic films

Wednesday, Sept 26: When a beautiful farm girl’s dream of true love gets thwarted, she is chosen to become the bride of the country’s prince but she doesn’t love him and a pirate, a giant, and a washed-up swordsman fight to get her back.

Wednesday, October 10: A high school boy wants to take the day off of school but his principal says he can’t. This determined young man does it anyway and has an incredible adventure.

Wednesday, October 24: Set in the 1940s, a Red Rider BB gun is what this boy wants for Christmas. Watch him try to convince Santa, his parents, and his teachers that he should get it. This is a modern day classic!

For children 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers, this program fosters emergent learning during the critical early years of development. Your child will develop a love of learning through finger plays, movement, rhythmic exercises, and more. This is a 6 week program and will not meet if West Boylston Schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

For children 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers, this program fosters emergent learning during the critical early years of development. Your child will develop a love of learning through finger plays, movement, rhythmic exercises, and more!  This is  6 week program and will not be held if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Your four year old can come to this class alone!!  We will be singing and dancing but with a bit more skill and literacy-building components! . This is a 6 week program and will not meet if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Nonfiction Book Group for Adults

This month we will read Factfulness: Ten Reasons We’re Wrong About the World – and Why Things Are Better Than You Think by Hans Rosling.

This book was recommended by Bill Gates. Join us to discuss and to pick the next  book!  The next meeting is on November 30.

Drop in Story Time for the little ones.

Give your baby a wonderful head start in the world of words by attending this program developed for children from birth to 18 months old. This program promotes emergent learning through lap bounces, rhymes, stories, instruments and song. This is a 6 week program and will not be held if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Does your child have special challenges that make a traditional story time experience difficult? We are offering a special story time just for these kids and their siblings. This will hopefully make story time a more posirive experience for all participants in this welcoming atmosphere.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

For 2019 coverage, open enrollment will run from October 15, 2018, to December 7, 2018. During the annual enrollment period (AEP) you can make changes to various aspects of your coverage. You can switch from Original Medicare to Medicare Advantage, or vice versa. Learn more about Medicare, supplemental, and private insurance options! Scott Lauer is a licensed broker, certified through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

Bring in a book that you have checked out of the library to share with others (but NOT the ending)! Learn about a new author or genre while you listen to others and enjoy some delicious brownies!!

This is open to ALL READERS!!

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND

For children 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers, this program fosters emergent learning during the critical early years of development. Your child will develop a love of learning through finger plays, movement, rhythmic exercises, and more. This is a 6 week program and will not meet if West Boylston Schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

For children 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers, this program fosters emergent learning during the critical early years of development. Your child will develop a love of learning through finger plays, movement, rhythmic exercises, and more!  This is  6 week program and will not be held if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Your four year old can come to this class alone!!  We will be singing and dancing but with a bit more skill and literacy-building components! . This is a 6 week program and will not meet if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

World Teacher's Day is October 5th, so if you think your teacher is special and should be celebrated, come into the library to make a gift to present to him/her on Friday.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Join us the first Friday of each month for a flannel board story time. This is a drop in program and will not be held if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

We will make beautiful creations using embroidery floss and paint/ink pulled through paper. No two paintings will ever be alike! Please wear old clothing or clothes that can get dirty as we will be getting very messy.  This is a half day for Major Edwards.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Drop in Story Time for the little ones.

Learn all about Owls and make an owl craft. This program is suitable for childen in elementary school.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Give your baby a wonderful head start in the world of words by attending this program developed for children from birth to 18 months old. This program promotes emergent learning through lap bounces, rhymes, stories, instruments and song. This is a 6 week program and will not be held if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND

Does your child have special challenges that make a traditional story time experience difficult? We are offering a special story time just for these kids and their siblings. This will hopefully make story time a more posirive experience for all participants in this welcoming atmosphere.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Join us while we have a very important story time about how to deal with bullying!  After the story time, we will make posters that you can take to school to remind people not to bully others and treat ALL people with respect and kindness every day. This program is for school aged children.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

"Fall" back to the 1980's with the 2nd of our 3 classic films

Wednesday, October 10: A high school boy wants to take the day off of school but his principal says he can’t. This determined young man does it anyway and has an incredible adventure.

Wednesday, October 24: Set in the 1940s, a Red Rider BB gun is what this boy wants for Christmas. Watch him try to convince Santa, his parents, and his teachers that he should get it. This is a modern day classic!

For children 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers, this program fosters emergent learning during the critical early years of development. Your child will develop a love of learning through finger plays, movement, rhythmic exercises, and more. This is a 6 week program and will not meet if West Boylston Schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

For children 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers, this program fosters emergent learning during the critical early years of development. Your child will develop a love of learning through finger plays, movement, rhythmic exercises, and more!  This is  6 week program and will not be held if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Your four year old can come to this class alone!!  We will be singing and dancing but with a bit more skill and literacy-building components! . This is a 6 week program and will not meet if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Italian Conversation Circle (Circolo Italiano) meets on the second and fourth Saturdays* from 10 a.m.-12 noon
Join other Italian speakers in the community, and some students from the College of the Holy Cross. Participants are encouraged to speak only Italian for the two hours the Circolo meets. *Please call the Library to confirm specific dates and locations.

Drop in Story Time for the little ones.

Give your baby a wonderful head start in the world of words by attending this program developed for children from birth to 18 months old. This program promotes emergent learning through lap bounces, rhymes, stories, instruments and song. This is a 6 week program and will not be held if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND

Does your child have special challenges that make a traditional story time experience difficult? We are offering a special story time just for these kids and their siblings. This will hopefully make story time a more posirive experience for all participants in this welcoming atmosphere.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Experience the benefits of gentle yoga stretches, calming breath techniques, and the value of meditation. Dress for movement. Bring a water bottle, and your yoga mat or a thick towel. This program is also going to be held on November 14, and December 12 at 6:30 p.m.

For children 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers, this program fosters emergent learning during the critical early years of development. Your child will develop a love of learning through finger plays, movement, rhythmic exercises, and more. This is a 6 week program and will not meet if West Boylston Schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

For children 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers, this program fosters emergent learning during the critical early years of development. Your child will develop a love of learning through finger plays, movement, rhythmic exercises, and more!  This is  6 week program and will not be held if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Your four year old can come to this class alone!!  We will be singing and dancing but with a bit more skill and literacy-building components! . This is a 6 week program and will not meet if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Join us at 12:30 p.m. on the following Thursdays:

Oct. 18: Inside the O'Briens, Lisa Genova

Nov. 15: My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry, Fredrik Backman. Copies of the selected books will be available at the Library one month prior to the meeting date.

We love to celebrate fun holidays and this one takes the "cake." You can decorate your cupcake using a variety of adornments and we will listen to some stories with cupcakes in them while you devour your creation. Yes, milk will be served!! This program is for school aged children.

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM

Friends Meeting

Drop in Story Time for the little ones.

"Fall" back to the 1980's with the last of our 3 classic films

Wednesday, October 24: Set in the 1940s, a Red Rider BB gun is what this boy wants for Christmas. Watch him try to convince Santa, his parents, and his teachers that he should get it. This is a modern day classic!

Italian Conversation Circle (Circolo Italiano) meets on the second and fourth Saturdays* from 10 a.m.-12 noon
Join other Italian speakers in the community, and some students from the College of the Holy Cross. Participants are encouraged to speak only Italian for the two hours the Circolo meets. *Please call the Library to confirm specific dates and locations.

Drop in Story Time for the little ones.

Join us the first Friday of each month for a flannel board story time. This is a drop in program and will not be held if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.

Drop in Story Time for the little ones.

Bring in a book that you have checked out of the library to share with others (but NOT the ending)! Learn about a new author or genre while you listen to others and enjoy some delicious brownies!!

This is open to ALL READERS!!

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Italian Conversation Circle (Circolo Italiano) meets on the second and fourth Saturdays* from 10 a.m.-12 noon
Join other Italian speakers in the community, and some students from the College of the Holy Cross. Participants are encouraged to speak only Italian for the two hours the Circolo meets. *Please call the Library to confirm specific dates and locations.

Drop in Story Time for the little ones.

Experience the benefits of gentle yoga stretches, calming breath techniques, and the value of meditation. Dress for movement. Bring a water bottle, and your yoga mat or a thick towel. This program is also going to be held on December 12 at 6:30 p.m.

Join us at 12:30 p.m. on the following Thursday:

Nov. 15: My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry, Fredrik Backman. Copies of the selected books will be available at the Library one month prior to the meeting date.

Italian Conversation Circle (Circolo Italiano) meets on the second and fourth Saturdays* from 10 a.m.-12 noon
Join other Italian speakers in the community, and some students from the College of the Holy Cross. Participants are encouraged to speak only Italian for the two hours the Circolo meets. *Please call the Library to confirm specific dates and locations.

Drop in Story Time for the little ones.

Italian Conversation Circle (Circolo Italiano) meets on the second and fourth Saturdays* from 10 a.m.-12 noon
Join other Italian speakers in the community, and some students from the College of the Holy Cross. Participants are encouraged to speak only Italian for the two hours the Circolo meets. *Please call the Library to confirm specific dates and locations.

Drop in Story Time for the little ones.

Fill-in-the-Blank Book Club for Teens, Tweens, and Adults with Loree Griffin Burns

Thursday, November 29 6:30 p.m.

Poetry - choose a book from any genre, for any age group related to poetry. Bring along your favorite book of poems, the biography of a poet you've enjoyed, a novel in verse for kids or adults, a how-to book, or even a few of your own poems. Find a book that speaks to you!

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Bring in a book that you have checked out of the library to share with others (but NOT the ending)! Learn about a new author or genre while you listen to others and enjoy some delicious brownies!!

This is open to ALL READERS!!

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND

Join us the first Friday of each month for a flannel board story time. This is a drop in program and will not be held if West Boylston schools are delayed or closed.