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Storytime & Craft with Miss Jessie! Join Miss Jessie for Craft Storytime! After reading a book together, you will create a simple themed project to take home! Crafts may incorporate paint, glue, stickers…the possibilities are endless-so please dress appropriately. Registration is required. Recommended for ages 2-6. Some little ones may need assistance with the craft :) Come make delightful owls from yarn wrapped paper cups! Great fine motor practice as well as fun to make Ages 3+ No Registration Required Fiber Frenzy Knitting, spinning, crochet, wool felting Bring a project that you are working on! Start something new! New Time! Wild Ireland Wild Ireland is a presentation that is part travelogue and part myth by Thomas Toohey. It tells the stories of several “off the road” historic and mythological sites that he has visited in Ireland. These stories are examples of stories that could be interesting additions to any family history. This program uses animation, video and music and is designed to be entertaining as well as informative. The program handout includes a list of sources that researchers can use to enhance their knowledge of family stories. Tom Toohey is a modern day Irish storyteller who has traveled to Ireland 20 times and collected hundreds of stories. He comes to this tradition naturally as his parents were great storytellers. In the last few years Tom has recorded his family stories in a four volume book called Images of Other Lives. Registration is Required Sponsored by the Friends of the Library Zumbini with Julie Quirk from Studio Q Zumbini is a 45 minute interactive experience for little ones ages 4 months- 4 years old and their caregivers. Motivational music! Colorful scarves! Rhythm Sticks! Bongo Drums! Bubbles! Bells! Parachute Play! Egg shakers! FREE DANCE WITH DISCO LIGHTS! Registration is Required separately for EACH WEEK Sponsored by The Friends of the Townsend Library Townsend's annual touch-a-truck event! Toy sale, crafter & vendor sale sponsored by the Friends of the Townsend Library. Contact Karen Clement for more information: clem6six@verizon.net For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Stories and Songs with Ms. Jess from The Family Partnership Center Our storytime literacy programs are for children ages birth through five with a parent or caregiver. Join Ms. Jess as she reads stories and sings some songs! Location: Townsend Library Day: Every other Monday Time: 10:30 - 11:15 A sign up genius will be posted on our facebook every Friday, walk-ins will also be welcomed as long as the numbers allow! https://www.facebook.com/FPCFUN This program is funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. The Coordinated Family & Community Engagement Grant provides free support for families with children from birth to school age. Button Making with Bradley Come by and enjoy a fun afternoon of making your own buttons! Participants will get to use provided materials or make their own designs Registration is appreciated. The Storytime Gym! Join Miss Jessie each Tuesday morning @ 10:30 for a fun, active 30 minute Storytime! You and your little one (yes, grownup involvement is highly encouraged!) will begin each session making your way through the days "obstacle course" which will be filled with stepping stones, hop spots, balance beams, tunnels, mini trampolines and more! Once your muscles are ready for a cool down, we will then meet on the rug for a story, poem or fingerplay. This Storytime will be a great energy burner and is geared towards children 2-5. Younger siblings welcome. Registration is required as space is limited. Ronny LeBlanc, star of Travel Channel’s Expedition Bigfoot and Paranormal Caught on Camera makes his way to Townsend to share stories from his team’s expeditions and experiences with Sasquatch. Hailing from Leominster, “Monsterland” Massachusetts, his interest in the supernatural is deeply rooted in his upbringing. Raised in a hometown of spooky sightings and strange sounds, LeBlanc brings his lifelong interest in the paranormal to his book, Monsterland, and now to you! For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Join Miss Jessie at the library as she moves and grooves her way through your favorite storybooks! Each themed week will be filled with singing, dancing, reading, movement and bubbles all while using our imaginations and props! This program is for families, kids aged 2+ (siblings are welcome!) Registration Required!! This group will meet in person @ the Senior Center To register: Call the senior center (978) 597-1710 or stop by in person. Meets the 4th Wednesday of each month at 1:00 PM Pick up a copy @ the Library Decluttering with Bonnie Borromeo Tomlinson Registration Is Required Storytime & Craft with Miss Jessie! Join Miss Jessie for Craft Storytime! After reading a book together, you will create a simple themed project to take home! Crafts may incorporate paint, glue, stickers…the possibilities are endless-so please dress appropriately. Registration is required. Recommended for ages 2-6. Some little ones may need assistance with the craft :) Lego Free-Build Drop in for a session of Lego building where you can make anything that you want over the course of an hour! Work on a few smaller ideas or one big one! Come with your own ideas, use an example or build something unique as you go along! Registration is appreciated Adventures in Seed Saving Saving seeds is fun and inexpensive, but beware, it can also be addictive! In this class, attendees will learn about the importance of saving seeds, seed saving “how to’s,” and tips and tricks for saving and storing seeds successfully. Many types of seeds will be included in the presentation, and some will be available for participants to save and take home! This in-person event is presented by Judith Taylor of seeds2plate.com and sponsored by the Friends of the Townsend Library NO Zumbini with Julie this week How NASA Is Combating Climate Change The missions of NASA’s Earth Science Division help us to understand our planet’s interconnected systems, from a global scale down to minute processes. The division delivers the technology, expertise, global observations, and applications that help us map the myriad connections between our planet’s vital processes and the climate effects of ongoing natural and human-caused changes. Learn about the efforts of teams of NASA researches who are currently examining Earth to understand climate change, storms, fires, and where people fit in to all of it, including an active mission studying climate change in northern regions of the world (e.g., Alaska and Canada). Led by Dr. Elizabeth Hoy, PhD, who has been a NASA scientist for over 10 years with the NASA Carbon Cycle and Ecosystems Office and NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. Studying Arctic systems since 2005, her research interests are in geography and disturbance mapping within the high northern latitude regions of North America where she utilizes GIS and remote sensing to understand aspects of environmental change. Presented in collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library **PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email.** This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. Board Game Night Spend a fun extended evening at the library getting to play games from our huge selection of board games! Slackers is a self-service book club and open to all readers! Request a copy of this month's featured book by emailing townsendlibrary@cwmars.org or come in and pick one up! WHEN: Whenever! There are no Zoom meetings to attend, no people to talk to, no questions to answer! Maybe you'll love the book. Maybe you'll hate the book! Try it out! The book chosen for October is: For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Join Miss Karen for a relaxed storytime for infants and toddlers. There will be plenty of time for socializing for caregivers and little ones. No registration required! Drop in! The Storytime Gym! Join Miss Jessie each Tuesday morning @ 10:30 for a fun, active 30 minute Storytime! You and your little one (yes, grownup involvement is highly encouraged!) will begin each session making your way through the days "obstacle course" which will be filled with stepping stones, hop spots, balance beams, tunnels, mini trampolines and more! Once your muscles are ready for a cool down, we will then meet on the rug for a story, poem or fingerplay. This Storytime will be a great energy burner and is geared towards children 2-5. Younger siblings welcome. Registration is required as space is limited. PUZZLE RACE Gather your team of up to 4 people to compete against other groups in a timed jigsaw puzzle competition. Competition starts a 6:30PM Teams will have 60 minutes to put together their puzzle - each team will be working on a 500 piece puzzle provided by the library. The team who completes their puzzle first, or is the closest to completion by time the bell rings, wins the prize! *We have room for up to 10 teams. For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Join Miss Jessie at the library as she moves and grooves her way through your favorite storybooks! Each themed week will be filled with singing, dancing, reading, movement and bubbles all while using our imaginations and props! This program is for families, kids aged 2+ (siblings are welcome!) Registration Required!! Halloween Sticker Painting!! Join Miss Jessie and create your very own spooky masterpiece using stickers! Your image will come to life as you match the coordinating sticker to the coordinating number spot! Not only is it fun, mess free and great for all agaes, sticker painting is also a wonderful way to work on number recognition and fine motor skills! Recommeneded for kids ages 5-8, but all ages are welcome! Some little ones may need adult assistance. Registration is required as space is limited! Ballroom Shenanigans covers the basic rules of ballroom and three types of ballroom dances: Foxtrot, Waltz and Swing. It's a really fun time and NO stress. This workshop is meant to be the class you take BEFORE you ever take a ballroom class. Mistakes are expected and required. Couples are strongly encouraged. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library Storytime & Craft with Miss Jessie! Join Miss Jessie for Craft Storytime! After reading a book together, you will create a simple themed project to take home! Crafts may incorporate paint, glue, stickers…the possibilities are endless-so please dress appropriately. Registration is required. Recommended for ages 2-6. Some little ones may need assistance with the craft :) 3rd Annual B.Y.O.P Pumpkin Party! Join us for our 3rd Annual Bring Your Own Pumpkin, Pumpkin Party! We will have lots of stencils and tools to help you create your own Jack-O-Lantern masterpiece! Tables will also be provided, but if you prefer to carve on the ground, feel free to bring a blanket. Event will be held outdoors, so please dress appropriately. All ages & families welcome! Costumes encouraged! Registration required. Zumbini with Julie Quirk from Studio Q Zumbini is a 45 minute interactive experience for little ones ages 4 months- 4 years old and their caregivers. Motivational music! Colorful scarves! Rhythm Sticks! Bongo Drums! Bubbles! Bells! Parachute Play! Egg shakers! FREE DANCE WITH DISCO LIGHTS! Registration is Required separately for EACH WEEK Sponsored by The Friends of the Townsend Library Annual Haunted Trail event sponsored by the Friends of the Townsend Library and the VFW Auxiliary. In 1991, Spooky World opened in Berlin, Massachusetts as the first Halloween scream park. The attraction became so popular that it expanded well beyond its original haunted hayride and shaped a generation of New England Halloween lovers. Join David Bertolino, the man who started it all, and Jeff DePaoli, Host of "That Halloween Podcast" to hear how an idea became a Halloween institution in Massachusetts. Spooky World first opened its doors in Berlin, Massachusetts back in 1991. The original horror scream park featured haunted houses, sideshow attractions, celebrities and a notorious haunted hayride. The park was soon after deemed New England's largest and most terrifying horror scream park, becoming a household name. Seven years later, Spooky World moved its location to Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts. In addition to Spooky World's terrifying and original hayride and haunted house creations, the scream park caught the eyes of Hollywood. Throughout the years, special guests to visit Spooky World included Cassandra Peterson as Elvira, Robert Englund (Freddy Krueger), Kane Hodder (Jason Vorhees), and musician Tiny Tim even got married live on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" at Spooky World. About our Host: Jeff DePaoli grew up in Woburn, Massachusetts and graduated from Emerson College with a B.F.A. in the Performing Arts. He has been obsessed with Halloween from a very early age, and it truly is his favorite day of the year. He currently resides in Los Angeles, California where he works as a segment producer with the world's largest Halloween and horror convention, Midsummer Scream. Jeff is an avid podcaster where he shares his love of Halloween with special guests on "That Halloween Podcast." He has been podcasting since 2014 when he launched his flagship show, "Dizney Coast to Coast." Jeff attends and reports on many Halloween and themed entertainment events throughout the year as a journalist for Attractions Magazine. As a voiceover artist, he has worked with Universal Pictures, Netflix, and is the host of the official Alexa Disney Trivia game on the Amazon Echo Dot Kids Edition. He has always enjoyed hosting and was honored with the opportunity to host TEDx Culver City as well as numerous panels for the SAG-AFTRA Foundation and conventions. One of Jeff's more unique credits is his role as the Stage Manager of the Ed Sullivan Show in the Clint Eastwood film "Jersey Boys." You can learn more about Jeff's podcasts at www.DePodcastNetwork.com and follow @JeffDePaoli on social media. NOTE: This session will be recorded and uploaded to the Ashland Library's YouTube Channel. All registrants will receive the video link soon after the program. Please register for this event, you'll receive the zoom link in the confirmation and reminder emails. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Townsend Library in partnership with the Ashland Public Library. The Storytime Gym! Join Miss Jessie each Tuesday morning @ 10:30 for a fun, active 30 minute Storytime! You and your little one (yes, grownup involvement is highly encouraged!) will begin each session making your way through the days "obstacle course" which will be filled with stepping stones, hop spots, balance beams, tunnels, mini trampolines and more! Once your muscles are ready for a cool down, we will then meet on the rug for a story, poem or fingerplay. This Storytime will be a great energy burner and is geared towards children 2-5. Younger siblings welcome. Registration is required as space is limited. Join us for a fun hour of crafting with Perler Beads. Registration is appreciated. The Knitters and Crocheters Group @ TPL New Time 6-8PM Bring a project or start something new This group will meet in-person - Meeting Hall B If you have knitting or crochet questions, or just want to spend time creating with others, this is a great group to join! This is an informal group - You do not need to stay for the full 2 hours All Levels welcome, beginners to experts! Come make your own fun fabulous flower crown! We will be using faux flowers, so you can enjoy your handiwork for years to come! Materials will be provided BUT feel free to bring your own special flowers or decorations!! Questions?? Email Stacy @ sschuttler@cwmars.org Ages 14+ Registration required About the instructor: Bio: Erin Boyle is a New Hampshire-based artist and designer. She earned her BFA in accessory design with a minor in fiber arts from Savannah College of Art and Design in 2019. Her previous experience as a florist taught her to combine her love of nature with her passion for design, and she crafted many flower crowns for weddings, baby showers, and other events. She can’t wait to share those skills with you in the upcoming workshop! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library LIVE on ZOOM - Register and you will be emailed a ZOOM link prior to the meeting date This is a virtual club for people who love movies!! We will pick all-time favorite to discuss each month live on ZOOM. Watch the movie at home. Zoom with us to discuss what you think!! Grab your multipass and join us at 8 PM to discuss Luc Besson's The Fifth Element. For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Join Miss Jessie at the library as she moves and grooves her way through your favorite storybooks! Each themed week will be filled with singing, dancing, reading, movement and bubbles all while using our imaginations and props! This program is for families, kids aged 2+ (siblings are welcome!) Registration Required!! CHRONICLING THE ONGOING ADVENTURE OF STAGING SILENT FILM SCREENINGS WITH LIVE MUSIC! This event is a Library and Senior Center Collaboration! Sponsored by the Friends of the Townsend Library, The Friends of the Townsend Seniors and the Amanda Dwight Entertainment Fund. Would you like to be more active in your community? The Friend of the Townsend Library are always looking for new volunteers! Join us for our monthly meeting and see what you can do to get involved! Join us in person or on Zoom! Please register! Storytime & Craft with Miss Jessie! No Storytime & Craft today! See you next week!! A Partial Annular Solar Eclipse is happening Saturday October 14th! In honor of the event we will be making a few crafts: After Making your crafts, see Miss Karen for your eclipse viewing glasses - one pair per person please. Adults welcome! Young children may need assistance. Forever Young Book Club Forever Young is a new book discussion group for anyone who enjoys young adult fiction. We will read a diverse selection of YA books spanning different genres and subjects, each month will be something different. All ages welcome - because you're never too old to be young at heart! The book for October is: Their Vicious Games by Joelle Wellington This event is hybid— in person AND on Zoom! Zumbini with Julie Quirk from Studio Q Zumbini is a 45 minute interactive experience for little ones ages 4 months- 4 years old and their caregivers. Motivational music! Colorful scarves! Rhythm Sticks! Bongo Drums! Bubbles! Bells! Parachute Play! Egg shakers! FREE DANCE WITH DISCO LIGHTS! Registration is Required separately for EACH WEEK Sponsored by The Friends of the Townsend Library Bean Art Stop by for a fun afternoon of making some colorful art with beans! Registration is appreciated. During most of the year Mary Barrett Costello is busy running her restaurant, the Abington Ale House, in Abington, Massachusetts. But every Halloween season, things get considerably more scary behind the beloved restaurant. Barrett's Haunted Mansion is a labor of love for all involved. Along with their two haunted houses that are changed each year, they also offer special nights like Bite & Fright, a Lights on Tour, and extreme nights for guests who don't mind being touched in total darkness for an extra scary experience. Join owner, Mary Barrett Costello, and Jeff DePaoli, Host of "That Halloween Podcast", as they talk all about the history and creation of this local haunt. About our Host: Jeff DePaoli grew up in Woburn, Massachusetts and graduated from Emerson College with a B.F.A. in the Performing Arts. He has been obsessed with Halloween from a very early age, and it truly is his favorite day of the year. He currently resides in Los Angeles, California where he works as a segment producer with the world's largest Halloween and horror convention, Midsummer Scream. Jeff is an avid podcaster where he shares his love of Halloween with special guests on "That Halloween Podcast." He has been podcasting since 2014 when he launched his flagship show, "Dizney Coast to Coast." Jeff attends and reports on many Halloween and themed entertainment events throughout the year as a journalist for Attractions Magazine. As a voiceover artist, he has worked with Universal Pictures, Netflix, and is the host of the official Alexa Disney Trivia game on the Amazon Echo Dot Kids Edition. He has always enjoyed hosting and was honored with the opportunity to host TEDx Culver City as well as numerous panels for the SAG-AFTRA Foundation and conventions. One of Jeff's more unique credits is his role as the Stage Manager of the Ed Sullivan Show in the Clint Eastwood film "Jersey Boys." You can learn more about Jeff's podcasts at www.DePodcastNetwork.com and follow @JeffDePaoli on social media. NOTE: This session will be recorded and uploaded to the Ashland Library's YouTube Channel. All registrants will receive the video link soon after the program. Please register for this event, you'll receive the zoom link in the confirmation and reminder emails. For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Join Miss Karen for a relaxed storytime for infants and toddlers. There will be plenty of time for socializing for caregivers and little ones. No registration required! Drop in! The Storytime Gym! Join Miss Jessie each Tuesday morning @ 10:30 for a fun, active 30 minute Storytime! You and your little one (yes, grownup involvement is highly encouraged!) will begin each session making your way through the days "obstacle course" which will be filled with stepping stones, hop spots, balance beams, tunnels, mini trampolines and more! Once your muscles are ready for a cool down, we will then meet on the rug for a story, poem or fingerplay. This Storytime will be a great energy burner and is geared towards children 2-5. Younger siblings welcome. Registration is required as space is limited. Creatures of The Night Join us as we welcome The Reptile Nook and their scaly friends for a fun evening where we explore the creatures of the night. Learn about the 7 nocturnal species, including reptiles, amphibians and inverterbates that call The Reptile Nook home in this 90 minute presentation. Registration is required. Genealogical research may hold the answers to questions you have about your family medical history. Many health conditions tend to run in families. This reoccurrence is thought to be due to a combination of genetics, the environment, and personal lifestyle. A genogram is a detailed “family medical history pedigree” which can help track these diseases through multiple generations. This program will discuss how a genogram is constructed, highlight the types of genealogical records that may contain your ancestor’s vital health information, explore archaic (and sometimes funny) medical terminology from past centuries, and offer insights on how to approach living family members about their medical history. Dr. Sarah J. Price Rosen has a Bachelor of Science with Honors in Biology and Chemistry from Denison University, a PhD in Molecular Genetics from Marshall University School of Medicine, and attended a two-year clinical fellowship in Clinical Molecular Genetics at Boston University School of Medicine. She has also earned certificates in Genealogical Studies and Investigative Genetic Genealogy. Her company, Cypher Genealogy, LLC, performs traditional historical genealogy as well as genetic genealogy to reconstruct family histories, find birth parents, or resolve probate disputes. Her areas of interest are migration patterns, Jewish genealogy, peerage, investigative genetic genealogy, and Afro-Caribbean research. This program will be recorded. A link to the recording will be shared with everyone who registers and will be available for 30 days after the program. For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Join Miss Jessie at the library as she moves and grooves her way through your favorite storybooks! Each themed week will be filled with singing, dancing, reading, movement and bubbles all while using our imaginations and props! This program is for families, kids aged 2+ (siblings are welcome!) Registration Required!! Magic Tree House Book Club! Join Miss Jessie for a fun new Magic Tree House Book Club! We will gather once a month to read the first few chapters of our selected Magic Tree House book by Mary Pope Osborne and do an acitivty. You will then take a copy of the book in your special Magic Tree House Book Bag to finish at home, either by reading it independently, listening to the audiobook, or reading with a loved one! When we meet up again the next time, we will discuss the finished book, do some activities and introduce the next book in the series! Such a great way to get your child started on a new book series! Children are welcome to join any time, even if you missed a meeting! Geared towards ages 6+ Each Book Bag will contain the borrowed book, a bookmark, journal, pencil & more! Please register, as spots are limited! One-on-one in-person genealogy assistance with Dwight Fitch. Whether you are a seasoned genealogist or just starting out, Dwight can help you on your journey! 30 minute appointments are at 6:15, 6:45, and 7:15 Please register for one time slot only. River Stories How Otters, Beavers, Mink, and Muskrats Live and Thrive in Our Wild & Scenic Rivers The Nashua River was once one of the ten most polluted rivers in the United States, officially a dead river. Thanks to decades of advocacy by activist Marion Stoddard, stewardship by the organization she founded - the Nashua River Watershed Association - and the work of countless volunteers, the Nashua River and its tributaries are now a thriving wildlife hub. Join us for a free interpretive presentation about the behavior and physical adaptations of four semi-aquatic mammals who depend on our nationally recognized Wild and Scenic Rivers: the Nashua, the Squannacook and the Nissitissit. Using her locally filmed video and photographs, paired with footage from her network of motion sensitive cameras, NRWA Educator Gaynor Bigelbach will take participants behind the scenes of the lives of these fascinationg semi-aquatic mammals. This program is funded by the generous support of gthe Nashua Rivers Wild & Scenic Stewardship Council Storytime & Craft with Miss Jessie! Join Miss Jessie for Craft Storytime! After reading a book together, you will create a simple themed project to take home! Crafts may incorporate paint, glue, stickers…the possibilities are endless-so please dress appropriately. Registration is required. Recommended for ages 2-6. Some little ones may need assistance with the craft :) Come experiment and craft with fall leaves! We will do chromatography, leaf rubbing, nature collages, and make a leaf globe similar to the one below. Learn why leaves change colors and more Ages 4-8 Registration is Required Fiber Frenzy Knitting, spinning, crochet, wool felting Bring a project that you are working on! Start something new! New Time! Zumbini with Julie Quirk from Studio Q Zumbini is a 45 minute interactive experience for little ones ages 4 months- 4 years old and their caregivers. Motivational music! Colorful scarves! Rhythm Sticks! Bongo Drums! Bubbles! Bells! Parachute Play! Egg shakers! FREE DANCE WITH DISCO LIGHTS! Registration is Required separately for EACH WEEK Sponsored by The Friends of the Townsend Library Meeting via ZOOM If you would like to attend, please register below, or email Cathy (chill@cwmars.org) for assistance. Every month we will pair a book and a "new" tea for you to try! The tea will be from THE COZY TEA CART in Brookline NH Once you are registered, come in any time we're open to pick-up your book and tea sample! In this afternoon book group, we will discuss the book "The Last Dance of the Debutante" by Julia Kelly, set in 1950's England, while sipping a cup of "Earl Grey Calabrian Essence" tea. You will be emailed the Zoom link before the event. Funded by the TPL Endowment. Townsend Library Staff have taken precautions to protect the privacy and content of all library-hosted virtual events but are unable to guarantee complete safety on third-party sites. Since 2011, Jon Braver has been creating this new and unique, location-based theatrical production where guests step inside a horror movie and become part of the story. Part theatre, part haunted house, part interactive experience, "Delusion" is unlike any other experience. Join us as Jon Braver and Jeff DePaoli, Host of "That Halloween Podcast", discuss the making of this chilling experience, and how the New England Halloween season has been a big inspiration. About our Host: Jeff DePaoli grew up in Woburn, Massachusetts and graduated from Emerson College with a B.F.A. in the Performing Arts. He has been obsessed with Halloween from a very early age, and it truly is his favorite day of the year. He currently resides in Los Angeles, California where he works as a segment producer with the world's largest Halloween and horror convention, Midsummer Scream. Jeff is an avid podcaster where he shares his love of Halloween with special guests on "That Halloween Podcast." He has been podcasting since 2014 when he launched his flagship show, "Dizney Coast to Coast." Jeff attends and reports on many Halloween and themed entertainment events throughout the year as a journalist for Attractions Magazine. As a voiceover artist, he has worked with Universal Pictures, Netflix, and is the host of the official Alexa Disney Trivia game on the Amazon Echo Dot Kids Edition. He has always enjoyed hosting and was honored with the opportunity to host TEDx Culver City as well as numerous panels for the SAG-AFTRA Foundation and conventions. One of Jeff's more unique credits is his role as the Stage Manager of the Ed Sullivan Show in the Clint Eastwood film "Jersey Boys." You can learn more about Jeff's podcasts at www.DePodcastNetwork.com and follow @JeffDePaoli on social media. NOTE: This session will be recorded and uploaded to the Ashland Library's YouTube Channel. All registrants will receive the video link soon after the program. Please register for this event, you'll receive the zoom link in the confirmation and reminder emails. For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Stories and Songs with Ms. Jess from The Family Partnership Center Our storytime literacy programs are for children ages birth through five with a parent or caregiver. Join Ms. Jess as she reads stories and sings some songs! Location: Townsend Library Day: Every other Monday Time: 10:30 - 11:15 A sign up genius will be posted on our facebook every Friday, walk-ins will also be welcomed as long as the numbers allow! https://www.facebook.com/FPCFUN This program is funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. The Coordinated Family & Community Engagement Grant provides free support for families with children from birth to school age. Button Making with Bradley Come by and enjoy a fun afternoon of making your own buttons! Participants will get to use provided materials or make their own designs Registration is appreciated. The Storytime Gym! Join Miss Jessie each Tuesday morning @ 10:30 for a fun, active 30 minute Storytime! You and your little one (yes, grownup involvement is highly encouraged!) will begin each session making your way through the days "obstacle course" which will be filled with stepping stones, hop spots, balance beams, tunnels, mini trampolines and more! Once your muscles are ready for a cool down, we will then meet on the rug for a story, poem or fingerplay. This Storytime will be a great energy burner and is geared towards children 2-5. Younger siblings welcome. Registration is required as space is limited. For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Join Miss Jessie at the library as she moves and grooves her way through your favorite storybooks! Each themed week will be filled with singing, dancing, reading, movement and bubbles all while using our imaginations and props! This program is for families, kids aged 2+ (siblings are welcome!) Registration Required!! This group will meet in person @ the Senior Center To register: Call the senior center (978) 597-1710 or stop by in person. Meets the 4th Wednesday of each month at 1:00 PM Pick up a copy @ the Library This month's book is "Half-Baked Harvest" by Tieghan Gerard Pick up a copy at the library! With Cookbook Club, instead of bringing discussion questions, everyone brings a dish from the cookbook for a potlock. We will talk, eat and share ideas!! Register and email Stacy to let her know what you will be bringing! sschuttler@cwmars.org This is a book club for people who love to read everything and anything! Join Stacy and Molly for a lively book discussion! This month's selection will be: How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix This group will meet live AND over ZOOM! Storytime & Craft with Miss Jessie! Join Miss Jessie for Craft Storytime! After reading a book together, you will create a simple themed project to take home! Crafts may incorporate paint, glue, stickers…the possibilities are endless-so please dress appropriately. Registration is required. Recommended for ages 2-6. Some little ones may need assistance with the craft :) Come make a Fall Tree! Great fine motor practice and lots of fun Ages 3+ No Registration Required Lego Free-Build Drop in for a session of Lego building where you can make anything that you want over the course of an hour! Work on a few smaller ideas or one big one! Come with your own ideas, use an example or build something unique as you go along! Registration is appreciated Zumbini with Julie Quirk from Studio Q Zumbini is a 45 minute interactive experience for little ones ages 4 months- 4 years old and their caregivers. Motivational music! Colorful scarves! Rhythm Sticks! Bongo Drums! Bubbles! Bells! Parachute Play! Egg shakers! FREE DANCE WITH DISCO LIGHTS! Registration is Required separately for EACH WEEK Sponsored by The Friends of the Townsend Library Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group produces haunted attractions all over the U.S.A. One of their newest haunts is The Old Joliet Haunted Prison. But this prison isn't all fiction. The Old Joliet Haunted Prison is a real haunted location with a history of its own. Join Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group CEO and Founding Partner Chris Stafford and Jeff DePaoli, Host of "That Halloween Podcast", as they talk all about the history and creation of this mega-haunt. About our Host: Jeff DePaoli grew up in Woburn, Massachusetts and graduated from Emerson College with a B.F.A. in the Performing Arts. He has been obsessed with Halloween from a very early age, and it truly is his favorite day of the year. He currently resides in Los Angeles, California where he works as a segment producer with the world's largest Halloween and horror convention, Midsummer Scream. Jeff is an avid podcaster where he shares his love of Halloween with special guests on "That Halloween Podcast." He has been podcasting since 2014 when he launched his flagship show, "Dizney Coast to Coast." Jeff attends and reports on many Halloween and themed entertainment events throughout the year as a journalist for Attractions Magazine. As a voiceover artist, he has worked with Universal Pictures, Netflix, and is the host of the official Alexa Disney Trivia game on the Amazon Echo Dot Kids Edition. He has always enjoyed hosting and was honored with the opportunity to host TEDx Culver City as well as numerous panels for the SAG-AFTRA Foundation and conventions. One of Jeff's more unique credits is his role as the Stage Manager of the Ed Sullivan Show in the Clint Eastwood film "Jersey Boys." You can learn more about Jeff's podcasts at www.DePodcastNetwork.com and follow @JeffDePaoli on social media. NOTE: This session will be recorded and uploaded to the Ashland Library's YouTube Channel. All registrants will receive the video link soon after the program. Please register for this event, you'll receive the zoom link in the confirmation and reminder emails. For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Join Miss Karen for a relaxed storytime for infants and toddlers. There will be plenty of time for socializing for caregivers and little ones. No registration required! Drop in! Slackers is a self-service book club and open to all readers! Request a copy of this month's featured book by emailing townsendlibrary@cwmars.org or come in and pick one up! WHEN: Whenever! There are no Zoom meetings to attend, no people to talk to, no questions to answer! Maybe you'll love the book. Maybe you'll hate the book! Try it out! The book chosen for November is: For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Join Miss Jessie at the library as she moves and grooves her way through your favorite storybooks! Each themed week will be filled with singing, dancing, reading, movement and bubbles all while using our imaginations and props! This program is for families, kids aged 2+ (siblings are welcome!) Registration Required!! Crafting Your Cocktail with Liz Barbour Storytime & Craft with Miss Jessie! Join Miss Jessie for Craft Storytime! After reading a book together, you will create a simple themed project to take home! Crafts may incorporate paint, glue, stickers…the possibilities are endless-so please dress appropriately. Registration is required. Recommended for ages 2-6. Some little ones may need assistance with the craft :) Zumbini with Julie Quirk from Studio Q Zumbini is a 45 minute interactive experience for little ones ages 4 months- 4 years old and their caregivers. Motivational music! Colorful scarves! Rhythm Sticks! Bongo Drums! Bubbles! Bells! Parachute Play! Egg shakers! FREE DANCE WITH DISCO LIGHTS! Registration is Required separately for EACH WEEK Sponsored by The Friends of the Townsend Library Bean Art Stop by for a fun afternoon of making some colorful art with beans! Registration is appreciated. Board Game Night Spend a fun extended evening at the library getting to play games from our huge selection of board games! For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Stories and Songs with Ms. Jess from The Family Partnership Center Our storytime literacy programs are for children ages birth through five with a parent or caregiver. Join Ms. Jess as she reads stories and sings some songs! Location: Townsend Library Day: Every other Monday Time: 10:30 - 11:15 A sign up genius will be posted on our facebook every Friday, walk-ins will also be welcomed as long as the numbers allow! https://www.facebook.com/FPCFUN This program is funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. The Coordinated Family & Community Engagement Grant provides free support for families with children from birth to school age. Teddy Bear Clinic! Bring your most loved teddy bear for a special "check up" with Maureen & Jenna from the Nashoba Associated Boards of Heath! We will snuggle up to read a story, talk about ways to keep oursleves healthy and help with the "appoinments"! Geared towards kids ages 2-6. One lovey per child please. (does not have to be a teddy bear!) Registration is required as space is limited PUZZLE RACE Gather your team of up to 4 people to compete against other groups in a timed jigsaw puzzle competition. Competition starts a 6:30PM Teams will have 60 minutes to put together their puzzle - each team will be working on a 500 piece puzzle provided by the library. The team who completes their puzzle first, or is the closest to completion by time the bell rings, wins the prize! *We have room for up to 10 teams. Meeting via ZOOM If you would like to attend, register below, or email Cathy chill@cwmars.org for assistance. Discussing two books by Vannetta Chapman: "Murder Simply Brewed" and "Murder Tightly Knit" Townsend Library Staff have taken precautions to protect the privacy and content of all library-hosted virtual events but are unable to guarantee complete safety on third-party sites. For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Join Miss Jessie at the library as she moves and grooves her way through your favorite storybooks! Each themed week will be filled with singing, dancing, reading, movement and bubbles all while using our imaginations and props! This program is for families, kids aged 2+ (siblings are welcome!) Registration Required!! Would you like to be more active in your community? The Friend of the Townsend Library are always looking for new volunteers! Join us for our monthly meeting and see what you can do to get involved! Join us in person or on Zoom! Please register! Storytime & Craft with Miss Jessie! Join Miss Jessie for Craft Storytime! After reading a book together, you will create a simple themed project to take home! Crafts may incorporate paint, glue, stickers…the possibilities are endless-so please dress appropriately. Registration is required. Recommended for ages 2-6. Some little ones may need assistance with the craft :) Upper To'Gallants and Rusty Scuppers Author Talk with Harry P. Haldt III Join us as we welcome author Harry P. Haldt III to discuss his new book Upper To'Gallants and Rusty Scuppers: Adventures of an Amateur Mariner. This book tells the story of Harry's father H. Peale Haldt Jr., an amateur mariner who spent the summers of his high school and college years in the 1930s crewing aboard freighters, sailing yachts and an international cruise liner on journeys that brought him around the world at the brink of World War II. This story was discovered and compiled from Harry's fathers diaries, photographs, corespondence, brochures and a variety of other sources nearly twenty years after his passing. Registration is required. Come make Pumpkin Pie Playdough using real pumpkin puree. All the smells of the season in a fun sensory experience! Ages 3+ Space is limited. Registration is required. Forever Young Book Club Forever Young is a new book discussion group for anyone who enjoys young adult fiction. We will read a diverse selection of YA books spanning different genres and subjects, each month will be something different. All ages welcome - because you're never too old to be young at heart! The book for November is: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins This event is hybid— in person AND on Zoom! For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Disguise A Gingerbread Man! It's holiday time and cookies are trembling (espeially the Gingerbread Man)! We want YOU to disguise the Gingerbread Man as a charactor, inspired by your favorite book, so he doesn't get eaten this year! WE will provide the Gingerbread Man cutout, and YOU provide materials to disguise him! Then return your disguised cookie as fast as you can! Details: Step One: Pick-up YOUR Gingerbread Man cutout sometime during the week of November 13th Step Two: RETURN HIM/HER to the library before December 6th. All disguised creations will be on display starting December 9th! Please make sure all materials used are securly attached, so that your finished product can be easily hung and displayed! Have fun!! Please register so that we can send out reminders! Thank you!! Join Miss Karen for a relaxed storytime for infants and toddlers. There will be plenty of time for socializing for caregivers and little ones. No registration required! Drop in! The Storytime Gym! Join Miss Jessie each Tuesday morning @ 10:30 for a fun, active 30 minute Storytime! You and your little one (yes, grownup involvement is highly encouraged!) will begin each session making your way through the days "obstacle course" which will be filled with stepping stones, hop spots, balance beams, tunnels, mini trampolines and more! Once your muscles are ready for a cool down, we will then meet on the rug for a story, poem or fingerplay. This Storytime will be a great energy burner and is geared towards children 2-5. Younger siblings welcome. Registration is required as space is limited. Join us for a fun hour of crafting with Perler Beads. Registration is appreciated. The Knitters and Crocheters Group @ TPL New Time 6-8PM Bring a project or start something new This group will meet in-person - Meeting Hall B If you have knitting or crochet questions, or just want to spend time creating with others, this is a great group to join! This is an informal group - You do not need to stay for the full 2 hours All Levels welcome, beginners to experts! LIVE on ZOOM - Register and you will be emailed a ZOOM link prior to the meeting date This is a virtual club for people who love movies!! We will pick all-time favorite to discuss each month live on ZOOM. Watch the movie at home. Zoom with us to discuss what you think!! Sometimes the road to happily ever after is a bit bumpy. Join us at 8 PM to discuss Muriel's Wedding. For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Join Miss Jessie at the library as she moves and grooves her way through your favorite storybooks! Each themed week will be filled with singing, dancing, reading, movement and bubbles all while using our imaginations and props! This program is for families, kids aged 2+ (siblings are welcome!) Registration Required!! Magic Tree House Book Club! Join Miss Jessie for a fun new Magic Tree House Book Club! We will gather once a month to read the first few chapters of our selected Magic Tree House book by Mary Pope Osborne and do an acitivty. You will then take a copy of the book in your special Magic Tree House Book Bag to finish at home, either by reading it independently, listening to the audiobook, or reading with a loved one! When we meet up again the next time, we will discuss the finished book, do some activities and introduce the next book in the series! Such a great way to get your child started on a new book series! Children are welcome to join any time, even if you missed a meeting! Geared towards ages 6+ Each Book Bag will contain the borrowed book, a bookmark, journal, pencil & more! Please register, as spots are limited! This month's book is "Art of the Pie" by Kate McDermott Pick up a copy at the library! With Cookbook Club, instead of bringing discussion questions, everyone brings a dish from the cookbook for a potlock. We will talk, eat and share ideas!! Register and email Stacy to let her know what you will be bringing! sschuttler@cwmars.org One-on-one in-person genealogy assistance with Dwight Fitch. Whether you are a seasoned genealogist or just starting out, Dwight can help you on your journey! 30 minute appointments are at 6:15, 6:45, and 7:15 Please register for one time slot only. This is a book club for people who love to read everything and anything! This month we meet Join Stacy and Molly for a lively book discussion! This month's selection will be: Kitchen's of the Great Midwest by J. Ryan Stradal This group will meet live AND over ZOOM! Storytime & Craft with Miss Jessie! Join Miss Jessie for Craft Storytime! After reading a book together, you will create a simple themed project to take home! Crafts may incorporate paint, glue, stickers…the possibilities are endless-so please dress appropriately. Registration is required. Recommended for ages 2-6. Some little ones may need assistance with the craft :) Fiber Frenzy Knitting, spinning, crochet, wool felting Bring a project that you are working on! Start something new! New Time! Pie Crust Making with Mrs. Genoter Join Mrs. Genoter for a fun session of making pie crust. Registration is Required Sponsored by the Friends of the Library Meeting via ZOOM If you would like to attend, please register below, or email Cathy (chill@cwmars.org) for assistance. Every month we will pair a book and a "new" tea for you to try! The tea will be from THE COZY TEA CART in Brookline NH Once you are registered, come in any time we're open to pick-up your book and tea sample! In this new afternoon book group, we will discuss the book "Beneath a Marble Sky" by John Stors, set in the 17th century, with the building of the Taj Mahal, while sipping a cup of "Bengal Breakfast Blend" tea. You will be emailed the Zoom link before the event. Funded by the TPL Endowment. Townsend Library Staff have taken precautions to protect the privacy and content of all library-hosted virtual events but are unable to guarantee complete safety on third-party sites. For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Stories and Songs with Ms. Jess from The Family Partnership Center Our storytime literacy programs are for children ages birth through five with a parent or caregiver. Join Ms. Jess as she reads stories and sings some songs! Location: Townsend Library Day: Every other Monday Time: 10:30 - 11:15 A sign up genius will be posted on our facebook every Friday, walk-ins will also be welcomed as long as the numbers allow! https://www.facebook.com/FPCFUN This program is funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. The Coordinated Family & Community Engagement Grant provides free support for families with children from birth to school age. The Storytime Gym! Join Miss Jessie each Tuesday morning @ 10:30 for a fun, active 30 minute Storytime! You and your little one (yes, grownup involvement is highly encouraged!) will begin each session making your way through the days "obstacle course" which will be filled with stepping stones, hop spots, balance beams, tunnels, mini trampolines and more! Once your muscles are ready for a cool down, we will then meet on the rug for a story, poem or fingerplay. This Storytime will be a great energy burner and is geared towards children 2-5. Younger siblings welcome. Registration is required as space is limited. Join Miss Jessie at the library as she moves and grooves her way through your favorite storybooks! Each themed week will be filled with singing, dancing, reading, movement and bubbles all while using our imaginations and props! This program is for families, kids aged 2+ (siblings are welcome!) Registration Required!! This group will meet in person @ the Senior Center To register: Call the senior center (978) 597-1710 or stop by in person. Meets the 4th Wednesday of each month at 1:00 PM Pick up a copy @ the Library Turkey "Drop-in" Craft! Waddle on into the library to create your very own Turkey! We will use a paper tube, glue and tissue paper! No registration required! Geared for ages 3+ For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Join Miss Karen for a relaxed storytime for infants and toddlers. There will be plenty of time for socializing for caregivers and little ones. No registration required! Drop in! Button Making with Bradley Come by and enjoy a fun afternoon of making your own buttons! Participants will get to use provided materials or make their own designs Registration is appreciated. The Storytime Gym! Join Miss Jessie each Tuesday morning @ 10:30 for a fun, active 30 minute Storytime! You and your little one (yes, grownup involvement is highly encouraged!) will begin each session making your way through the days "obstacle course" which will be filled with stepping stones, hop spots, balance beams, tunnels, mini trampolines and more! Once your muscles are ready for a cool down, we will then meet on the rug for a story, poem or fingerplay. This Storytime will be a great energy burner and is geared towards children 2-5. Younger siblings welcome. Registration is required as space is limited. Felted Woodland Toadstools Needle felting is fun, easy and relaxing! Ages 13+ Registration is Required Sponsored by the Friends of the Townsend Library For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Join Miss Jessie at the library as she moves and grooves her way through your favorite storybooks! Each themed week will be filled with singing, dancing, reading, movement and bubbles all while using our imaginations and props! This program is for families, kids aged 2+ (siblings are welcome!) Registration Required!! Make Your Own Sauerkraut & Kimchi with F-Word Farms At this class on food preservation, you This demo will include the basic principles REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED Storytime & Craft with Miss Jessie! Join Miss Jessie for Craft Storytime! After reading a book together, you will create a simple themed project to take home! Crafts may incorporate paint, glue, stickers…the possibilities are endless-so please dress appropriately. Registration is required. Recommended for ages 2-6. Some little ones may need assistance with the craft :) Lego Free-Build Drop in for a session of Lego building where you can make anything that you want over the course of an hour! Work on a few smaller ideas or one big one! Come with your own ideas, use an example or build something unique as you go along! Registration is appreciated Slackers is a self-service book club and open to all readers! Request a copy of this month's featured book by emailing townsendlibrary@cwmars.org or come in and pick one up! WHEN: Whenever! There are no Zoom meetings to attend, no people to talk to, no questions to answer! Maybe you'll love the book. Maybe you'll hate the book! Try it out! The book chosen for December is: Matt York - Holiday Songs and Stories This event is a Library and Senior Center Collaboration Longtime New England musician Matt York will be performing "Songs and Stories - Holiday Songs". This is intended for audiences of all ages. The songs will run the gamut from songs that have been around for hundreds of years to more modern Christmas and holiday classics. People are encouraged to sing along if they’d like. The concert is both an hour of stories about the origins of these songs and also performances of them. Registration Is Required For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Stories and Songs with Ms. Jess from The Family Partnership Center Our storytime literacy programs are for children ages birth through five with a parent or caregiver. Join Ms. Jess as she reads stories and sings some songs! Location: Townsend Library Day: Every other Monday Time: 10:30 - 11:15 A sign up genius will be posted on our facebook every Friday, walk-ins will also be welcomed as long as the numbers allow! https://www.facebook.com/FPCFUN This program is funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. The Coordinated Family & Community Engagement Grant provides free support for families with children from birth to school age. The Storytime Gym! Join Miss Jessie each Tuesday morning @ 10:30 for a fun, active 30 minute Storytime! You and your little one (yes, grownup involvement is highly encouraged!) will begin each session making your way through the days "obstacle course" which will be filled with stepping stones, hop spots, balance beams, tunnels, mini trampolines and more! Once your muscles are ready for a cool down, we will then meet on the rug for a story, poem or fingerplay. This Storytime will be a great energy burner and is geared towards children 2-5. Younger siblings welcome. Registration is required as space is limited. PUZZLE RACE Gather your team of up to 4 people to compete against other groups in a timed jigsaw puzzle competition. Competition starts a 6:00PM Teams will have 60 minutes to put together their puzzle - each team will be working on a 500 piece puzzle provided by the library. The team who completes their puzzle first, or is the closest to completion by time the bell rings, wins the prize! *We have room for up to 8 teams. For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Join Miss Jessie at the library as she moves and grooves her way through your favorite storybooks! Each themed week will be filled with singing, dancing, reading, movement and bubbles all while using our imaginations and props! This program is for families, kids aged 2+ (siblings are welcome!) Registration Required!! Christmas Sticker Painting!! Join Miss Jessie and create your very own holiday masterpiece using stickers! Your image will come to life as you match the coordinating sticker to the coordinating number spot! Not only is it fun, mess free and great for all agaes, sticker painting is also a wonderful way to work on number recognition and fine motor skills! Recommeneded for kids ages 5-8, but all ages are welcome! Some little ones may need adult assistance. Registration is required as space is limited! Come make your own fun fabulous flower crown! We will be using faux flowers, so you can enjoy your handiwork for years to come! Ages 14+ Registration required About the instructor: Bio: Erin Boyle is a New Hampshire-based artist and designer. She earned her BFA in accessory design with a minor in fiber arts from Savannah College of Art and Design in 2019. Her previous experience as a florist taught her to combine her love of nature with her passion for design, and she crafted many flower crowns for weddings, baby showers, and other events. She can’t wait to share those skills with you in the upcoming workshop! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library Storytime & Craft with Miss Jessie! Join Miss Jessie for Craft Storytime! After reading a book together, you will create a simple themed project to take home! Crafts may incorporate paint, glue, stickers…the possibilities are endless-so please dress appropriately. Registration is required. Recommended for ages 2-6. Some little ones may need assistance with the craft :) Polar Express Movie Party! Join Miss Jessie for a special showing of The Polar Express! Wear your jammies, sip hot cocoa & create your very own train car using your imagination and supplies provided by the library! Each child will also go home with a festive goodie bag! Recommended for children 4+. Registration is required, as space is limited. Bean Art Stop by for a fun afternoon of making some colorful art with beans! Registration is appreciated. Annual Holiday Fair sponsored by the Friends of the Townsend Library. For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Join Miss Karen for a relaxed storytime for infants and toddlers. There will be plenty of time for socializing for caregivers and little ones. No registration required! Drop in! The Storytime Gym! Join Miss Jessie each Tuesday morning @ 10:30 for a fun, active 30 minute Storytime! You and your little one (yes, grownup involvement is highly encouraged!) will begin each session making your way through the days "obstacle course" which will be filled with stepping stones, hop spots, balance beams, tunnels, mini trampolines and more! Once your muscles are ready for a cool down, we will then meet on the rug for a story, poem or fingerplay. This Storytime will be a great energy burner and is geared towards children 2-5. Younger siblings welcome. Registration is required as space is limited. Join us for a fun hour of crafting with Perler Beads. Registration is appreciated. The Knitters and Crocheters Group @ TPL New Time 6-8PM Bring a project or start something new This group will meet in-person - Meeting Hall B If you have knitting or crochet questions, or just want to spend time creating with others, this is a great group to join! This is an informal group - You do not need to stay for the full 2 hours All Levels welcome, beginners to experts! We will have film lecturer, Frank Mendosa joining us via ZOOM @ 8PM to discuss "Home Alone" This is a virtual club for people who love movies!! We will pick all-time favorite to discuss each month live on ZOOM. Watch the movie at home. Zoom with us to discuss what you think!! Careful what you wish for, especially if your name is Kevin McCallister. Join us at 8 PM to talk about Home Alone. For more information please contact: nosohomeschoolers@gmail.com Join Miss Jessie at the library as she moves and grooves her way through your favorite storybooks! Each themed week will be filled with singing, dancing, reading, movement and bubbles all while using our imaginations and props! This program is for families, kids aged 2+ (siblings are welcome!) Registration Required!! Storytime & Craft with Miss Jessie! Join Miss Jessie for Craft Storytime! After reading a book together, you will create a simple themed project to take home! Crafts may incorporate paint, glue, stickers…the possibilities are endless-so please dress appropriately. Registration is required. Recommended for ages 2-6. Some little ones may need assistance with the craft :) Forever Young Book Club Forever Young is a new book discussion group for anyone who enjoys young adult fiction. We will read a diverse selection of YA books spanning different genres and subjects, each month will be something different. All ages welcome - because you're never too old to be young at heart! The book for December is: One Way Or Another by Kara McDowell This event is hybid— in person AND on Zoom! Meeting via ZOOM If you would like to attend, please register below, or email Cathy (chill@cwmars.org) for assistance. Every month we will pair a book and a tea sample for you to try! The tea is purchased from THE COZY TEA CART in Brookline NH Once you are registered, come in any time we're open to pick-up your book and tea sample! In this new afternoon book group, we will discuss the book "The Christmas Bookshop" by Jenny Colgan, set in contemporary Edinburgh, while sipping a cup of "Sweet Hazelnut Cream" tea. You will be emailed the Zoom link before the event. Funded by the TPL Endowment. Townsend Library Staff have taken precautions to protect the privacy and content of all library-hosted virtual events but are unable to guarantee complete safety on third-party sites. Private event - By invite only. Stories and Songs with Ms. Jess from The Family Partnership Center Our storytime literacy programs are for children ages birth through five with a parent or caregiver. Join Ms. Jess as she reads stories and sings some songs! Location: Townsend Library Day: Every other Monday Time: 10:30 - 11:15 A sign up genius will be posted on our facebook every Friday, walk-ins will also be welcomed as long as the numbers allow! https://www.facebook.com/FPCFUN This program is funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. The Coordinated Family & Community Engagement Grant provides free support for families with children from birth to school age. Button Making with Bradley Come by and enjoy a fun afternoon of making your own buttons! Participants will get to use provided materials or make their own designs Registration is appreciated.
Move and Groove Storytime at the Townsend Public Library
September's Selection "The Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid" by Bill Bryson
The group will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 in the Storytime Room at the Townsend Public Library
The group will be run by Townsend’s Community Services Coordinator, Rebecca Morse. Rebecca will also be able to provide information about community resources that include housing, food, masshealth, fuel assistance, affordable connectivity programs (internet), addiction resources, etc. If you have any questions please reach out to Rebecca at: rmorse@townsendma.gov
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Move and Groove Storytime at the Townsend Public Library
The group will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 in the Storytime Room at the Townsend Public Library
The group will be run by Townsend’s Community Services Coordinator, Rebecca Morse. Rebecca will also be able to provide information about community resources that include housing, food, masshealth, fuel assistance, affordable connectivity programs (internet), addiction resources, etc. If you have any questions please reach out to Rebecca at: rmorse@townsendma.gov
Ballroom Shenanigans Dance Class
Fall Flower Crowns
MOVIE CLUB with Adam and Nicole (co-hosted by Stacy Schuttler)
October's Movie
The Fifth Element (1997)
Move and Groove Storytime at the Townsend Public Library
JEFF RAPSIS / SILENT FILM MUSIC
The group will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 in the Storytime Room at the Townsend Public Library
The group will be run by Townsend’s Community Services Coordinator, Rebecca Morse. Rebecca will also be able to provide information about community resources that include housing, food, masshealth, fuel assistance, affordable connectivity programs (internet), addiction resources, etc. If you have any questions please reach out to Rebecca at: rmorse@townsendma.gov
Move and Groove Storytime at the Townsend Public Library
The group will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 in the Storytime Room at the Townsend Public Library
The group will be run by Townsend’s Community Services Coordinator, Rebecca Morse. Rebecca will also be able to provide information about community resources that include housing, food, masshealth, fuel assistance, affordable connectivity programs (internet), addiction resources, etc. If you have any questions please reach out to Rebecca at: rmorse@townsendma.gov
Move and Groove Storytime at the Townsend Public Library
October's Selection "The Midnight Library" by Matt Haig
Cookbook Club with Dave
The group will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 in the Storytime Room at the Townsend Public Library
The group will be run by Townsend’s Community Services Coordinator, Rebecca Morse. Rebecca will also be able to provide information about community resources that include housing, food, masshealth, fuel assistance, affordable connectivity programs (internet), addiction resources, etc. If you have any questions please reach out to Rebecca at: rmorse@townsendma.gov 
Move and Groove Storytime at the Townsend Public Library
Move and Groove Storytime at the Townsend Public Library
LIVE ON ZOOM!
George W. Bush by James Mann
MOVIE CLUB with Adam and Nicole (co-hosted by Stacy Schuttler)
November's Movie
Muriel's Wedding (1994)
Move and Groove Storytime at the Townsend Public Library
Cookbook Club with Dave
Move and Groove Storytime at the Townsend Public Library
November's Selection "The Measure" by Nikki Erlick
Create charming toadstools using wool and a barbed needle on felt,
stretched over an embroidery hoop. Pop up Art School will guide you
through the basics of needle felting wool.
Move and Groove Storytime at the Townsend Public Library
will learn the principles of fermentation via a demonstration of how to
make sauerkraut with an explanation of how you can apply these same
principles to making Kimchi.
of fermentation so you will leave with the knowledge and confidence
to be able to safely ferment practically anything! We will also touch on
the benefits of lacto-fermented food and how adding these foods to
our diets are a benefit to our overall health
Move and Groove Storytime at the Townsend Public Library
MOVIE CLUB with Adam and Nicole (co-hosted by Stacy Schuttler)
SPECIAL EVENT
December's Movie
Home Alone (1990)
Move and Groove Storytime at the Townsend Public Library
