Events List
Union advocate Stephen Lewis will display a collection of his international "Workers' Struggles" posters in the Wotiz Gallery. Organizations in many countries use posters as a way to communicate ideas and messages to their audience. Workers everywhere struggle regularly to keep more of the value of what their work has created, to receive adequate benefits and to have good and safe working conditions. This is not easy. Many workers around the world face repression when they try to improve their work lives. This poster exhibit reflects some of the history of those struggles. For more details, please take a handout from the exhibit after September lst. The posters are from a collection of more than 6800 of Stephen Lewis. He is a long-time activist in the labor movement, and the former Treasurer of his union. Stephen has exhibited at a number of public libraries in Massachusetts and two of the state Heritage parks. He has presented at the annual conference of the National Council on Public History, and on some cable television programs. He can be reached by Email at lewisposters@gmail.com or at Facebook under labor/progressive political posters. The posters/photos were contributed by friends, collected at conferences, visits to some of the organizations, and from connections made through the internet. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Milton Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency, and by IBEW Local 103, Roofers Local 33, and Asbestos Workers Local 6. Please come and view this interesting display during September.
The Friends Book Shop is open Tuesdays & Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm and Fridays from 10am-Noon. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during book shop hours.
A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.
Stories for ages 3 and up with a adult caregiver. Miss Sara features one new book and one Kids' Favorite (brought from home) each week. PJ's welcome!
No younger siblings please - no registration necessary.
Tonight there will be a free screening of the wonderful Academy Award nominated film "Lion." Five-year old Saroo (Sunny Pawar) gets lost on a train traveling away from his home and family. Frightened and bewildered, he ends up thousands of miles away, in chaotic Kolkata. Somehow he survives living on the streets, escaping all sorts of terrors and close calls in the process, before ending up in an orphanage that is itself not exactly a safe haven. Eventually Saroo is adopted by an Australian couple (Nicole Kidman and David Wenham) and finds love and secuirty as he grows up in Hobart. As an adult, not wanting to hurt his adoptive parents' feelings, Saroo (Dev Patel) suppresses his past, his emotinoal need for reunification and his hope of ever finding his lost mother and brother. But a chance meeting with some fellow Indians reawakens his buried yearning. Armed with only a handful of memories, his unwavering determination, and a revolutionary technology known as Google Earth, Saroo sets out to find his lost family and finally return to his first home. This movie is 118 minutes in length and is rated PG-13 for "thematic material and some sensuality." Please join us for this incredible true story if you have not yet seen "Lion." This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
The MSAPC will be convening a small subcommittee meeting to plan community events.
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is a repeat of the 10:00 program. Choose the time that suits you best!
I think it's about time we brought back Anime Club! Join us for the inaugural meeting to watch anime, make candy sushi, and discuss the future meetings. See you then! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12, unless otherwise noted.
The Friends Book Shop is open today from 6:30pm-8:30pm, Fridays from 10-Noon, Saturdays & Tuesdays from 10am-2pm. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during Book Shop hours.
No school today... so come to the library and watch a movie in the Keys Room!
Today we'll be showing popular summer hit Captain Underpants: the First Epic Movie: Two overly imaginative pranksters named George and Harold hypnotize their principal into thinking he's a ridiculously enthusiastic, incredibly dimwitted superhero named Captain Underpants. Rated PG; runtime 1 hour, 29 minutes.
Bring a sleeping bag or a pillow and get cozy! Popcorn will be served. No registration required.
To discuss future plans and events.
The Friends Book Shop is open today from 10am-Noon, Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Tuesdays from 10am-2pm & Wednesday from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during Book Shop hours.
The Friends Book Shop is open Tuesdays & Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm and Fridays from 10am-Noon. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during book shop hours.
Billy D & the Rock-its Doo Wop Band is an seven-piece group of talented and dedicated full harmony singers and musicians performing some of the greatest hits from the 1950's and 1960's. They will perform today on the front porch of the library (near the original front door) in a one-hour concert as part of the Milton Porchfest music series. Billy D & The Rock-its prides itself in keeping doo wop music alive while stepping back in time, bringing to you an authentic look, including sharkskin suits, old-fashioned microphones and more. This band is an entertaining show for audiences of all ages, and they have performed with many well-known singers and musicians including Tony Funches and Angela Allen, former singers with The Platters and Freddy "Boom Boom" Cannon ("Palisades Park"). The event is free and open to the public, is appropriate for all ages, and it is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library. In case of rain, the concert will be held in the Keys Community Room.
Come make an art project with local art instructor Sue Hoy!
For ages 6-10. Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to the event. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
10:00 – 10:30 am and 10:45 – 11:15 am
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
10:00 – 10:30 am and 10:45 – 11:15 am
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
Join Tea Specialist Lisa Tavakoli for an interactive workshop called "Creating Your Signature Blend of Teas and Herbs." Learn the proper technique and practices of handling your favorite tea and herbs to create a fabulous brew that you can enjoy, or share as a holiday gift. Lisa is the former owner of Hallowed Herbs Tea House in Quincy, and travels around the New England region offering entertaining and informative workshops on tea and herbs.
The Friends Book Shop is open Tuesdays & Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm and Fridays from 10am-Noon. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during book shop hours.
A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.
Stories for ages 3 and up with a adult caregiver. Miss Sara features one new book and one Kids' Favorite (brought from home) each week. PJ's welcome!
No younger siblings please - no registration necessary.
Master of Wine Bill Nesto and Frances DiSavino return to the Milton Public Library to present their new book: Chianti Classico: The Search for Tuscany's Noblest Wine (Unversity of California Press, 2016). The authors explore the townships of Chianti Classico and introduce readers to the modern-day winegrowers who are helping to transform the region. The secrets of Sangiovese, the principal vine variety of Chianti, are also revealed as the book unlocks the myths and mysteries of one of Italy's most storied wine regions. The book has been awarded the 2017 Special Mention Award in the "Monographs" category by the Jury of the prestigious International Organization of Vine and Wine (OIV), headquartered in Paris, France. According to the OIV, the OIV Jury “rewards the best works published over the past two previous years which provide an original and relevant contribution, with an international significance for the vine and wine sector”. This year there were 65 works in competition, with 19 countries represented. Nesto and DiSavino are the only American authors to win an award in this year’s competition.
If you love wine, you won't want to miss this event!
Join the SPUB Club! Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids aged 8-12. Miss Sara will read a few chapters of a book each week; your job is to listen, while engaging in hands-on activities like Lego building, play-dough sculpting, Rubik's cubes, and more. No registration is required.
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is a repeat of the 10:00 program. Choose the time that suits you best!
Join us for a special Banned Books Week edition of After School Movie! We'll be watching The Perks of Being a Wallflower. Please get tickets from Ms. Magda in the Teen Room. A ticket entitles you to one bag of popcorn, one theatre box candy and a beverage. Limit 1 per person. See you there!
Housing lottery for Woodmere at Brushhill
The Friends Book Shop is open today from 6:30pm-8:30pm, Fridays from 10-Noon, Saturdays & Tuesdays from 10am-2pm. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during Book Shop hours.
Come share your writing with others here at the library, no matter how accomplished you may be! Stop by and spend some time with experienced writing instructor Betty Siegel. Ms. Siegel has taught in the College of Liberal Arts and Science at Quincy College in the areas of ESL, Oral Communication, Vocabulary, College Study Skills, Reading, Basic Composition, Critical Thinking, and more. She is also a professional tutor, and a writer with stories published in Camper's Monthly, Downeast, and Yankee. She brings her critical eye combined with a warm sense of humor to this workshop to help writers of all ages and skill levels improve their work. Some topics covered each session may include a review of the writing process and content; short written exercises to practice the various types of creative writing; an introduction to the use of "hooks;" and ways to organize what you write. Work on your own stories and get great feedback and inspiration in this ongoing program, which will meet twice a month on Wednesday nights this Fall. The program is free and open to the public and is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
Come find us for storytime at the Milton Farmers' Market!
Miss Sara, Miss Elaine and Ms. Jen, Children’s Librarians at the Milton Public Library will read stories, sing songs, and engage children at five farmers' market sessions this fall. Rain or shine! Parents/caregivers must remain with and look after their child – these are not drop-off events. No registration is required.
Board meeting for local non-profit
Friends of West Milton Neighborhoods Meeting
The Friends Book Shop is open today from 10am-Noon, Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Tuesdays from 10am-2pm & Wednesday from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during Book Shop hours.
Drop by and enjoy puzzles, games and activities in the Story Hour room. The room will be open for two hours in the morning for you to enjoy with your little ones (ages 0-5). In partnership with the Milton Early Childhood Alliance.
The Friends Book Shop is open Tuesdays & Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm and Fridays from 10am-Noon. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during book shop hours.
Come and learn about the Rotary Youth Exchange and Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) programs. The Milton Rotary Club will be presenting an informational meeting about Rotary International’s programs for students and youth in Milton. Preliminary applications are now being accepted and due by October 8, 2017 with interviews concluding by October 28th, 2017. Host family applications are being accepted until November. RYLA applications have a March deadline.
Rotary Youth Exchange - If you are a Milton resident or attend a high school in Milton, between the ages of 15 and 19, in the upper one third of your academic class, and want to be a world traveler or leader, the Rotary Club of Milton could give you a ticket for a great experience you will remember your whole life long. In 2018-2019 we will be offering two exchanges – a long term and a short term. Additionally, we will be searching for local families to host a student. Hosting an exchange student can be an incredibly rewarding experience for your family, providing an international experience without leaving home. The Milton Rotary Club has sponsored MHS students at MHS to go to Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Ukraine, France, Thailand and Japan over the past eleven years. Having foreign students in Milton makes a richer educational experience for all our children, and teaches them about the world as no other way can. Host families provide room and board and share their lives with exchange students, involving them in family, community, and cultural activities. This summer, the club sent two Milton High School students for a short-term exchange in Belgium and France as well as another student to Germany for a junior year long-term exchange.
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) - The Milton club is also accepting applications for Rotary's leadership development program for young people. RYLA participants are nominated by their local Rotary clubs and can be Milton residents who are sophomores or juniors in high school.
CAN'T COME TO THE LIBRARY BUT WANT TO KNOW HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN YOUTH EXCHANGE OR RYLA? HERE IS HOW:
Follow RYLA on Facebook and visit YouTube channel to learn about inspirational events happening around the globe.
Contact M. Sheri Richardson at 617-696-922-2248 or msherir1@yahoo.com for a Youth Exchange or RYLA application.
Kids aged 5-9 are invited to join local drama teacher Melanie Grace Gillespie for a theatrical and creative hour of Mel O'Drama! Students will enjoy such fun activities as warmups, improv games, voice projection, scene work, and movement. Registration is required, and will open two weeks before the event. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
During the month of October, the Wotiz Gallery of the Milton Public Library will feature a series of black and white documentary photographs by Boston photographer Jim Scherer. The exhibit, titled "Haircut," is a look into the customs and social life within diverse barbershops in Boston. Talking about the project, Scherer says: "Sitting in the barber's chair can be a relaxing moment. There's not much you can do but put yourself in the barber's hands and let him do his job. You've entered a special club, where you're free to join the conversation with others you may not know, or just daydream. You're bonded together." He goes on: "I became interested in this social and cultural aspect and began to document it, first with my own barber, Aidans, in Dorchester. As I explored more barbershops, I noticed how those that serve different communities have their own look and customs." Jim Scherer is best known for his food images, which have appeared in the Boston Globe, various cookbooks, and in advertising work for food clients such as Trader Joe's, Boston Beer, and Dancing Deer. The Haircut project appeals to him because it is so different from his usual work and offers a fresh challenge. There will be a free and open reception held from 6-8 PM on Thursday, October 19th with the photographer present. Please come and visit the Wotiz this month to view a fascinating display.
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
Monthly planning meeting of leaders and parents of boys in Boy Scout Troop 5, St. Agatha Church. All are welcome!
Monday Book Discussion Group
Join us for this First Monday of the Month Book Club. This month we are reading A Spool of Blue Thread by Anne Tyler. Our book discussion is open to all and is a great way to meet new friends and see old friends and neighbors.
If you are unable to make our evening meeting here at the Library, we do hold a morning discussion at Winter valley, 600 Canton Avenue @ 10am.
The Friends Book Shop is open Tuesdays & Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm and Fridays from 10am-Noon. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during book shop hours.
A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.
The Mysterious Milton Library Society is a group comprised of teens who use the library. We discuss ideas for programming, collection development and the overall teen experience in the Library. Please contact Ms. Magda if you're interested in joining. Contact info: 617-698-5757 x3 or mcupidon@ocln.org. All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
Stories for ages 3 and up with a adult caregiver. Miss Sara features one new book and one Kids' Favorite (brought from home) each week. PJ's welcome!
No younger siblings please - no registration necessary.
There will be a free screening of the very charming film called "La La Land" this evening. Winner of 4 Academy Awards including Best Director for writer/director Damien Chazelle, and winner of a record-breaking 7 Golden Globe Awards, this movie is more than the most acclaimed title of 2016 - it's a cinematic treasure for the ages that you'll fall in love with again and again. Emma Stone and Ryn Gosling star as Mia and Sebastian, an actress and a jazz musician pursuing their Hollywood dreams - and finding each otther - in a vibrant celebration of hope, dreams, and love. It is rated PG-13 for "some language" and the running time is 128 minutes. If you missed this film the first time around, please come join us for an entertaining evening at the library This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
Join the newest craze: the SPUB Club!
Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids aged 8-12. Miss Sara will read a few chapters of a book each week; your job is to listen, while engaging in hands-on activities like Lego building, play-dough sculpting, Rubik's cubes, and more. No registration is required.
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is a repeat of the 10:00 program. Choose the time that suits you best!
Hey teens! Join us in the Keys Room for Wii games! We'll be playing Just Dance and Super Smash Bros, so bring your game face! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
We would like to host a panel of elected women officials to discuss how to run for town office.
The Friends Book Shop is open today from 6:30pm-8:30pm, Fridays from 10-Noon, Saturdays & Tuesdays from 10am-2pm. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during Book Shop hours.
Library Director Will Adamczyk will discuss the book - to be read in advance - Dark Tide: The Great Molasses Flood of 1919 by Stephen Puleo. This is the true story of a 50-foot-tall steel tank with 2.3 million gallons of molasses that collapsed on Boston's waterfront on January 15, 1919. It demolished wooden homes, even the brick fire station, and the number of dead was not known for days. It would be years before a landmark court battle determined who was responsible for the disaster. Pick up your copy of the book at the Library or place a reserve online at www.miltonlibrary.org where you can click on "View catalog" to search for the title. If you have not read this great book, please do so and join Will in a fascinating discusison. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
An informal knitting group will meet at the library which offers an opportunity for people to get together, bring a project to work on (either for 20 minutes or the whole group meeting) and have friends nearby to ask questions when they need help. The first 30 minutes are devoted to help with your project - the last hour is devoted to social knitting. Knitters and all other fiber artists are invited to attend! Questions! Interested in being included on the Email notice for the gatherings? Contact Nina Zonnevylle at nzonnevylle@gmail.com .
Children ages 3-5 are invited to come to this fun time learning yoga with Jill Pokaski Azar, certified yoga instructor. Registration is required (separate sign up for each session) and will open 2 weeks before each class. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
The Friends Book Shop is open today from 10am-Noon, Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Tuesdays from 10am-2pm & Wednesday from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during Book Shop hours.
The Friends Book Shop is open Tuesdays & Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm and Fridays from 10am-Noon. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during book shop hours.
The Reading Dogs are back! Kids currently in grades 1-5 who need to practice reading aloud are invited to come meet and read to some lovable therapy dogs who are great listeners. Each child will have the opportunity to read at least one book to one of our canine volunteers. Bring a favorite book with you, or choose from our shelf. Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to the session.
Get creative! Decorate a journal with various craft supplies, magazines, and prompts. Feel like doing your own thing, that's great too!
Be as artisitic as you want, and express yourself. Each class we will work on 3-4 pages. Prompts provided at each monthly session. Registration is required.
The Friends Book Shop is open Tuesdays & Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm and Fridays from 10am-Noon. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during book shop hours.
A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.
Join us for the Awesome Book Club with co-founders, Delia and Isabel, in the Teen Room from 5-6pm. Come discuss the selection: TBD or your current (or favorite) read! Snacks will be served. All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
Stories for ages 3 and up with a adult caregiver. Miss Sara features one new book and one Kids' Favorite (brought from home) each week. PJ's welcome!
No younger siblings please - no registration necessary.
Monthly Board of Directors Meeting
Join the newest craze: the SPUB Club!
Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids aged 8-12. Miss Sara will read a few chapters of a book each week; your job is to listen, while engaging in hands-on activities like Lego building, play-dough sculpting, Rubik's cubes, and more. No registration is required.
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is a repeat of the 10:00 program. Choose the time that suits you best!
Are you a fan of movies like Boxtrolls, Coraline, and Nightmare Before Christmas? Well, come by and create your own mini film using materials provided by the library! Please BYOD (tablet, smartphone, etc) if you can. If not, we will provide a few iPads for attendees to borrow for duration of the program. There will be snacks!. All teen programs are for students entering grades 6-12, unless otherwise noted.
The Friends Book Shop is open today from 6:30pm-8:30pm, Fridays from 10-Noon, Saturdays & Tuesdays from 10am-2pm. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during Book Shop hours.
Come share your writing with others here at the library, no matter how accomplished you may be! Stop by and spend some time with experienced writing instructor Betty Siegel. Ms. Siegel has taught in the College of Liberal Arts and Science at Quincy College in the areas of ESL, Oral Communication, Vocabulary, College Study Skills, Reading, Basic Composition, Critical Thinking, and more. She is also a professional tutor, and a writer with stories published in Camper's Monthly, Downeast, and Yankee. She brings her critical eye combined with a warm sense of humor to this workshop to help writers of all ages and skill levels improve their work. Some topics covered each session may include a review of the writing process and content; short written exercises to practice the various types of creative writing; an introduction to the use of "hooks;" and ways to organize what you write. Work on your own stories and get great feedback and inspiration in this ongoing program, which will meet twice a month on Wednesday nights this Fall. The program is free and open to the public and is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
... the Mexican altar, that is! >_< Hey hey hey! Pop Up Art School is back and they have a fun art project for you, so join us! In this art workshop, you will be making your own Mexican altar! Also, receive details about entering the Annual Edward Gorey Envelope Art Contest! Materials provided, and yes... there will be snacks! Registration is required, and will open up on Wednesday, September 27. All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12, unless otherwise noted.
Description from Pop Up Art School:
"Celebrated primarily in Mexico, the Day of the Dead is a public holiday when families come together to honor and celebrate the lives of their deceased loved ones. The Pop up Art School will bring everything you'll need to create an altar like those made for Día de los Muertos. You'll also learn some of the history and traditions behind the Day of the Dead."
This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library through a generous grant made by the Milton Woman's Club.
Planning meeting for Citizens for a Diverse Milton (CDM)
The Friends Book Shop is open today from 10am-Noon, Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Tuesdays from 10am-2pm & Wednesday from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during Book Shop hours.
Drop by and enjoy puzzles, games and activities in the Story Hour room. The room will be open for two hours in the morning for you to enjoy with your little ones (ages 0-5). In partnership with the Milton Early Childhood Alliance.
Come build with the library's Lego collection! Each month we'll build on a different theme. At the end of the hour, your creations will go on display for all library visitors to enjoy. Ages 6-12 welcome. Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to the event.
The Friends Book Shop is open Tuesdays & Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm and Fridays from 10am-Noon. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during book shop hours.
Annual Sale of Collectibles and Gift Books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Children in grades K-3 can join Ginny Brearley and create an artistic masterpiece to take home.
For ages 6-10. Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to the event. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
The Friends Book Shop is open Tuesdays & Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm and Fridays from 10am-Noon. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during book shop hours.
A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.
Stories for ages 3 and up with a adult caregiver. Miss Sara features one new book and one Kids' Favorite (brought from home) each week. PJ's welcome!
No younger siblings please - no registration necessary.
There will be a free showing of the film "The Finest Hours" this evening. Based on the extraordinary true story of the greatest small-boat rescue in Coast Guard history, this is a tale of courage, loyalty and honor in the face of overwhelming odds. When a massive storm strikes off the coast of Cape Cod, it rips a T-2 oil tanker in half, trapping more than 30 sailors on its rapidly sinking stern, Captain Bernie Webber (Chris Pine) and his crew set out in a 12-seat rescue boat to save them, as Chief Engineer Ray Sybert (Casey Affleck) struggles to buy his men more time. Packed with heroic larger-than-life action and driven by the men's faith in their mission, themselves and one another, "The Finest Hours" is a triumph. It is rated PG-13 for intense sequences of peril and may not be suitable for children, and the running time is 117 minutes. We are showing this at the library in honor of the author, Michael Tougias, who will be speaking at the Milton Public Library Foundation gala which will be held in the Fall. Please join us if you have not seen this great film! And for more details, go to our website at www.miltonlibrary.org.
Milton Early Childhood Alliance Triannual Advisory Council Meeting
Join the newest craze: the SPUB Club!
Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids aged 8-12. Miss Sara will read a few chapters of a book each week; your job is to listen, while engaging in hands-on activities like Lego building, play-dough sculpting, Rubik's cubes, and more. No registration is required.
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is a repeat of the 10:00 program. Choose the time that suits you best!
Hey teens! Join us in the Keys Room for Wii games! We'll be playing Just Dance and Super Smash Bros, so bring your game face! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
The Friends Book Shop is open today from 6:30pm-8:30pm, Fridays from 10-Noon, Saturdays & Tuesdays from 10am-2pm. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during Book Shop hours.
Meet Dr. Steven Hatch, author of Inferno: A Doctor's Ebola Story.
Dr. Steven Hatch, an infectious disease specialist, first came to Liberia in November 2013 to work at a hospital in Monrovia. Six months later, several of the physicians he had served with were dead or unable to work, and Ebola had become a world health emergency. Inferno is his account of the epidemic that nearly consumed a nation, as well as its deeper origins.
Hatch returned with the aid organization International Medical Corps to help establish an Ebola Treatment Unit. Alongside a devoted staff of expats and Liberians in a hastily constructed facility nestled into the jungle, Hatch witnessed the unit's physicians, nurses, other caregivers, and patients selflessly helping others, preserving hope in the face of fear, and maintaining dignity across the divide of health and illness. And, over repeated visits during the course of the outbreak, Hatch came to understand the Ebola catastrophe not only as a contagious virus but as a product of Liberia's violent history and America's role in it.
Powerful and clear-eyed, Inferno not only explores a deadly virus and an afflicted country, but also reveals how the Ebola outbreak stoked nativist anxieties that were exploited for political gain in the United States and around the world. In telling one doctor's story, Inferno demonstrates how generations of inequality left Liberia vulnerable to crisis, and how similar circumstances might fuel another plague elsewhere. By understanding and alleviating those circumstances, Hatch writes, we may help smother the fire next time.
A book signing will follow Dr. Hatch's talk.
Join us for the After School Movie! We'll be showing Thor: The Dark World, just ahead of the Thor: Ragnarok release on November 3! Ticket required, please see Ms. Magda in the Teen Room. All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
There will be a free and open reception this evening in the Wotiz Gallery to celebrate this month's photography display called "Haircut" which shows black and white images of Boston-area barbershops. The artist, Jim Scherer, will be on hand to meet the public and to discuss his work. Please join us for an interesting exhibit during October and stop by to say hello to Mr. Scherer.
Children ages 3-5 are invited to come to this fun time learning yoga with Jill Pokaski Azar, certified yoga instructor. Registration is required (separate sign up for each session) and will open 2 weeks before each class. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
The Friends Book Shop is open today from 10am-Noon, Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Tuesdays from 10am-2pm & Wednesday from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during Book Shop hours.
An informal knitting group will meet at the library which offers an opportunity for people to get together, bring a project to work on (either for 20 minutes or the whole group meeting) and have friends nearby to ask questions when they need help. The first 30 minutes are devoted to help with your project - the last hour is devoted to social knitting. Knitters and all other fiber artists are invited to attend! Questions! Interested in being included on the Email notice for the gatherings? Contact Nina Zonnevylle at nzonnevylle@gmail.com .
The Friends Book Shop is open Tuesdays & Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm and Fridays from 10am-Noon. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during book shop hours.
"Women in World Jazz" will perform in a one-hour concert this afternoon. This all-female ensemble offers a multi-cultural experience which blends entertainment and education. The concert is family-friendly and children's participation is built into the program. The group brings together women of different nationalities with extensive experience in performance. The music is easy to relate to, diverse and engaging. All members of the group are accomplished musicians playing a varied repertoire, ranging from jazz to world/ethnic. There will be songs and pieces from the U.S., Cuba, Brazil, Cape Verde, Japan, and the Middle East presented to our audience. Come and bring the whole family to this fun event! It is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library and is free and open to the public.
On Sunday, October 22, the Library will host its annual Fall Into Reading: Meet Local Authors event, featuring 12 local authors who will share their works at a meet and greet. Starting at 2pm, each author will offer a brief introduction of themselves or their work, and will then be available for one on one conversation with readers. This year, the collection of authors includes Joan Blake, Delia Cabe, Steven Cardoza, Jenn Dlugos, Corey Dolgon, Ariana Ferrante, Iris Gomez, Charlie Hatton, Connie Mayo, Tom MacDonald, Randy Ross, and Patricia Smith. Their books cover a wide range of fiction and non fiction topics. Don't miss this chance to meet local talent and find new reads for you and your family of readers.
This annual event is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
The Friends Book Shop is open Tuesdays & Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm and Fridays from 10am-Noon. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during book shop hours.
A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.
Stories for ages 3 and up with a adult caregiver. Miss Sara features one new book and one Kids' Favorite (brought from home) each week. PJ's welcome!
No younger siblings please - no registration necessary.
PBS's ghost expert Jeff Belanger is back with us this year to present a program tonight in honor of Halloween. Jeff is an author, adventurer, and one of the most visible paranormal researchers today. He's the founder of the new legend tripping movement and is the Emmy-nominated host, writer and producer of the New England Legends series which debuted on PBS in October of 2013. Since 1997, the journalist has interviewed thousands of eyewitnesses to paranormal occurrences. He's the ultimate insider and knows how to connect with people from all walks of life when it comes to the unexplained. He is the author of over a dozen books on the subject, the founder of Ghostvillage.com, and a noted speaker and media personality. He's also the host of the cable/Web talk show, 30 Odd Minutes, which is available in over 9 million homes in the U.S. and Europe on Sky TV. He currenlty haunts Massachusetts! Please come. be entertained, and get a few chills too from this fun and fascinating talk. This event is suitable for teens and adults, and is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library. It's free and open to the public and no sign-up is required, so come early to this always very popular event.
Join the newest craze: the SPUB Club!
Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids aged 8-12. Miss Sara will read a few chapters of a book each week; your job is to listen, while engaging in hands-on activities like Lego building, play-dough sculpting, Rubik's cubes, and more. No registration is required.
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is a repeat of the 10:00 program. Choose the time that suits you best!
Join us for Anime Club! Let's watch anime, do some crafts/play some games, and have some snacks. See you then!
American International College information meeting regarding off-campus Master's programs in education for local teachers.
The Friends Book Shop is open today from 6:30pm-8:30pm, Fridays from 10-Noon, Saturdays & Tuesdays from 10am-2pm. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during Book Shop hours.
Come share your writing with others here at the library, no matter how accomplished you may be! Stop by and spend some time with experienced writing instructor Betty Siegel. Ms. Siegel has taught in the College of Liberal Arts and Science at Quincy College in the areas of ESL, Oral Communication, Vocabulary, College Study Skills, Reading, Basic Composition, Critical Thinking, and more. She is also a professional tutor, and a writer with stories published in Camper's Monthly, Downeast, and Yankee. She brings her critical eye combined with a warm sense of humor to this workshop to help writers of all ages and skill levels improve their work. Some topics covered each session may include a review of the writing process and content; short written exercises to practice the various types of creative writing; an introduction to the use of "hooks;" and ways to organize what you write. Work on your own stories and get great feedback and inspiration in this ongoing program, which will meet twice a month on Wednesday nights this Fall. The program is free and open to the public and is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
Are you a fan of Stranger Things? Join us for some trivia, games, and snacks! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
Milton Historical Society Presents:
The Friends Book Shop is open today from 10am-Noon, Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Tuesdays from 10am-2pm & Wednesday from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during Book Shop hours.
Drop by and enjoy puzzles, games and activities in the Story Hour room. The room will be open for two hours in the morning for you to enjoy with your little ones (ages 0-5). In partnership with the Milton Early Childhood Alliance.
Express your crafty side using tiny beads and an iron to melt beads to create your very own work of pixelated art.
Registration is required.
The Friends Book Shop is open Tuesdays & Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm and Fridays from 10am-Noon. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during book shop hours.
Enjoy a story and make a tasty treat with Debbie Alsebai of Kidz Cooking. Registration is required and will open two weeks in advance of the program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
Join us for beautiful guitar songs and rhymes with Mama Steph. Halloween costumes welcome! Ages 0-5.
The Friends Book Shop is open Tuesdays & Saturdays from 10am-2pm, Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm and Fridays from 10am-Noon. Donations of books in good condition will be gladly accepted during book shop hours.
Hey teens! Join us in the Teen Room for some card games! Come rep your fandom whether it's Yu-Gi-Oh, Pokemon, or Magic: the Gathering! There will be snacks! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
Members of the South Shore Camera Club will display their beautiful photography in a special two-month exhibit. The group has exhibited at several Massachusetts libraries and it includes many talented photographers. The theme of this display will be: "Best of South Shore Camera Club." More details will follow soon here about the exhibit, and there will be a free and open reception held on Wednesday, November 15th, in the Gallery from 6-8 PM. Please come view their lovely work in November and December, and stop by to meet the artists on November 15th.
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!
Hey teens! Join us in the Keys Room for a video game tournament! Food, fun and prizes! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
Hey teens! Join us in the Teen Room for some board games! Dominate at the classics, Connect 4, Boggle, Jenga, etc! There will be snacks! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
Everyone is welcome to joiin us in watching Al Gore's newest film An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power - please tell your friends
An informal knitting group will meet at the library which offers an opportunity for people to get together, bring a project to work on (either for 20 minutes or the whole group meeting) and have friends nearby to ask questions when they need help. The first 30 minutes are devoted to help with your project - the last hour is devoted to social knitting. Knitters and all other fiber artists are invited to attend! Questions! Interested in being included on the Email notice for the gatherings? Contact Nina Zonnevylle at nzonnevylle@gmail.com .
Children ages 3-5 are invited to come to this fun time learning yoga with Jill Pokaski Azar, certified yoga instructor. Registration is required (separate sign up for each session) and will open 2 weeks before each class. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
The Milton Public Library's Director, Will Adamczyk, will host an open book chat about new and popular books. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library. Please come join Will for a fun hour and fascinating discussion.
As teenagers go through middle and high school and become more independent, figuring out how to support them through school can be confusing. Should I help with homework? How much structure do they need? How can I advocate for them with the school? This workshop will help answer some of these questions. Eliza Wagner Srestha of ES Tutoring & Consulting, a veteran educator with 17 years of teaching experience and an Ed.M. in Curriculum and Teaching, will help you understand how to navigate the ups and downs of the middle and high school years as your child learns to be more independent. We will talk about low-conflict ways to be involved in your child's homework, how to understand your child's learning style, how to create structure without stifling, the connection between self-esteem and academic performance, how technology can help and hinder learning, and how to create opportunities for healthy dialogue with your teen. Come join us for an enjoyable Saturday coffee and discussion. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
The Reading Dogs are back! Kids currently in grades 1-5 who need to practice reading aloud are invited to come meet and read to some lovable therapy dogs who are great listeners. Each child will have the opportunity to read at least one book to one of our canine volunteers. Bring a favorite book with you, or choose from our shelf. Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to the session.
Make your own Friendship bracelet at the library. Registration required. ages 9+
10:00 – 10:30 am and 10:45 – 11:15 am
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
10:00 – 10:30 am and 10:45 – 11:15 am
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
Montly planning meeting for adult leaders and parents of boys in BSA Troop 5, St. Agatha Church
Monday Book Discussion Group
Join us for this First Monday of the Month Book Club. This month we are reading The Horse Boy by Rupert Isaacson. Our book discussion is open to all and is a great way to meet new friends and see old friends and neighbors.
If you are unable to make our evening meeting here at the Library, we do hold a morning discussion at Winter valley, 600 Canton Avenue @ 10am.
A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.
The Mysterious Milton Library Society is a group comprised of teens who use the library. We discuss ideas for programming, collection development and the overall teen experience in the Library. Please contact Ms. Magda if you're interested in joining. Contact info: 617-698-5757 x3 or mcupidon@ocln.org. All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
Stories for ages 3 and up with a adult caregiver. Miss Sara features one new book and one Kids' Favorite (brought from home) each week. PJ's welcome!
No younger siblings please - no registration necessary.
PLEASE NOTE THAT IN ORDER TO ATTEND THIS SECOND PART OF THE FAMILY HISTORY RESEARCH CLASS, YOU NEED TO HAVE ALREADY ATTENDED PART ONE WHICH HAPPENED ON SEPTEMBER 12TH.
Researching your family tree is one of America's most popular hobbies, second only to gardening! Genealogist Linda MacIver will give a follow-up talk this evening about using Ancestry.com and other online tools to research your family tree. This is part 2 of two family tree research classes. As the holiday season approaches, prepare to take advantage of the many opportunities to learn from your family connections. Begin to add to your skills as we investigate the major online commercial tools and the wealth of resources available to your in the Boston metro area. Registration is required so please sign up here below.
Linda MacIver is an educator, lecturer, librarian and genealogy researcher. She recently retired from a 27 year career at the Boston Public Library, where she inaugurated the BPL patron genealogy classes in 20-11. She taught the multi-week beginners' genealogy course for the past 5 years. She also organized two seasons of the Local and Family History series and developed the Intermediate Genealogy Summer Lecture series over the past 3 years. She is the Secretary of the Massachusetts Genealogical Council and a member of the Massachusetts Society of Genealogists (MSOG) and the Essexc (MA) Society of Genealogists (ESOG). She serves as the New England Representative for the Essex (England) Record Office. Linda has a BA in History from the University of New Hampshire, an MEd. from Boston University and earned her MLIS at Simmons College. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
Join the SPUB Club! Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids aged 8-12. Miss Sara will read a few chapters of a book each week; your job is to listen, while engaging in hands-on activities like Lego building, play-dough sculpting, Rubik's cubes, and more. No registration is required.
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!
Hey teens! Join us in the Keys Room for Wreck It Wednesday: Tech Take Apart! We'll be taking apart electronics and making new creations! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
Come share your writing with others here at the library, no matter how accomplished you may be! Stop by and spend some time with experienced writing instructor Betty Siegel. Ms. Siegel has taught in the College of Liberal Arts and Science at Quincy College in the areas of ESL, Oral Communication, Vocabulary, College Study Skills, Reading, Basic Composition, Critical Thinking, and more. She is also a professional tutor, and a writer with stories published in Camper's Monthly, Downeast, and Yankee. She brings her critical eye combined with a warm sense of humor to this workshop to help writers of all ages and skill levels improve their work. Some topics covered each session may include a review of the writing process and content; short written exercises to practice the various types of creative writing; an introduction to the use of "hooks;" and ways to organize what you write. Work on your own stories and get great feedback and inspiration in this ongoing program, which will meet twice a month on Wednesday nights this Fall. The program is free and open to the public and is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
Citizens for a Diverse Milton (CDM) planning meeting
10:00 – 10:30 am and 10:45 – 11:15 am
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
10:00 – 10:30 am and 10:45 – 11:15 am
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.
Join us for the Awesome Book Club with co-founders, Delia and Isabel, in the Teen Room from 5-6pm. Come discuss the selection: TBD or your current (or favorite) read! Snacks will be served. All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
Stories for ages 3 and up with a adult caregiver. Miss Sara features one new book and one Kids' Favorite (brought from home) each week. PJ's welcome!
No younger siblings please - no registration necessary.
There will be a free screening tonight of a documentary called "Sense the Wind." Blind sailors race across open water learning not to fear what they cannot see, on boats or on land. Life turns unpredictable as the wind when one of them gains something far more valuable than a trophy and msut learn to live and to sail with a new sensibility. "Sense the Wind" is a journey led by four blind sailors - Matt, Nancy, Philip and Inky as they train and compete at the U.S. Blind Nationals and press towards the Blind Sailing Worlds in Japan. They compete despite the risk of a falling boom, a boat collision or falling overboard. On the water, teamwork and intuition take over. Disabilities are no longer the focus. Between regattas, life takes a turn when one of them gains more than a trophy and must learn to live and sail with a new sensibility. The film has been made in close collaboration with our four principle characters and numerous sailors, along with input from our advisers in the adapative sports, disability communities. Please come and experience this unique story. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
Join the SPUB Club! Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids aged 8-12. Miss Sara will read a few chapters of a book each week; your job is to listen, while engaging in hands-on activities like Lego building, play-dough sculpting, Rubik's cubes, and more. No registration is required.
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!
Hey teens! Join us in the Keys Room for Wii games! We'll be playing Just Dance and Super Smash Bros, so bring your game face! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
Bob Begin will speak about the lesser known theater of WW1, the Middle East, 1914 and Lawrence of Arabia, and how he helps lead an Arab Independence effort against the crumbling Ottoman Empire, only to be betrayed by broken promises of the British and French in today's Iraq and Syria, where severe problems still exist. This program is sponsored by the Milton Historical Society.
There will be a free and open reception this evening to celebrate a special two-month exhibit during November and December by photographers from the South Shore Camera Club. Please join us to view this lovely display and meet the artists.
Children ages 3-5 are invited to come to this fun time learning yoga with Jill Pokaski Azar, certified yoga instructor. Registration is required (separate sign up for each session) and will open 2 weeks before each class. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
Join us for the After School Movie showing of Daddy's Home. Please get tickets from Ms. Magda in the Teen Room. A ticket entitles you to one bag of popcorn, one theatre box candy and a beverage. Limit 1 per person. See you there! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
An informal knitting group will meet at the library which offers an opportunity for people to get together, bring a project to work on (either for 20 minutes or the whole group meeting) and have friends nearby to ask questions when they need help. The first 30 minutes are devoted to help with your project - the last hour is devoted to social knitting. Knitters and all other fiber artists are invited to attend! Questions! Interested in being included on the Email notice for the gatherings? Contact Nina Zonnevylle at nzonnevylle@gmail.com .
Makedo is a simple to use, open-ended system of tools for creative cardboard construction. Build imaginative and useful creations from upcycled cardboard. Come to the library and Build using this fun engineering kit. Registration required, ages 9-14. Registration open two weeks prior to event.
10:00 – 10:30 am and 10:45 – 11:15 am
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
10:00 – 10:30 am and 10:45 – 11:15 am
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.
CFA EXAM Proctor Catherine Reddington training
Stories for ages 3 and up with a adult caregiver. Miss Sara features one new book and one Kids' Favorite (brought from home) each week. PJ's welcome!
No younger siblings please - no registration necessary.
Join the SPUB Club! Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids aged 8-12. Miss Sara will read a few chapters of a book each week; your job is to listen, while engaging in hands-on activities like Lego building, play-dough sculpting, Rubik's cubes, and more. No registration is required.
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!
Drop by and enjoy puzzles, games and activities in the Story Hour room. The room will be open for two hours in the morning for you to enjoy with your little ones (ages 0-5). In partnership with the Milton Early Childhood Alliance.
10:00 – 10:30 am and 10:45 – 11:15 am
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
10:00 – 10:30 am and 10:45 – 11:15 am
Family Fun Storytime, Ages 0-5 with caregiver.
Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.
Stories for ages 3 and up with a adult caregiver. Miss Sara features one new book and one Kids' Favorite (brought from home) each week. PJ's welcome!
No younger siblings please - no registration necessary.
Photographer and teacher Barry Pell will host a talk called "A Year in Chile." Chile is the most remote country on the South American continent. It occupies a narrow slice of land squeezed between the south Pacific Ocean and the towering and rugged Andes Mountains. The lecturer and his wife chose Chile's capital, Santiago, to live, to teach English, and to explore the country's culture, landscape and people for one year. In this presentation, he will take you on a journey from the parched dunes of the Atacama Desert in the north, through the fertile wine valleys, and into the south's stunning lake region, massive glaciers and fjords. The program will be accompanied by Mr. Pell's photography of a country he considers to be South America's most beautiful. Please join us for this fascinating event. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library and is free and open to the public.
Join the SPUB Club! Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids aged 8-12. Miss Sara will read a few chapters of a book each week; your job is to listen, while engaging in hands-on activities like Lego building, play-dough sculpting, Rubik's cubes, and more. No registration is required.
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!
A "lap-sit" program for babies and toddlers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!
Join us for Anime Club! Let's watch anime, do some crafts/play some games, and have some snacks. See you then!
Come share your writing with others here at the library, no matter how accomplished you may be! Stop by and spend some time with experienced writing instructor Betty Siegel. Ms. Siegel has taught in the College of Liberal Arts and Science at Quincy College in the areas of ESL, Oral Communication, Vocabulary, College Study Skills, Reading, Basic Composition, Critical Thinking, and more. She is also a professional tutor, and a writer with stories published in Camper's Monthly, Downeast, and Yankee. She brings her critical eye combined with a warm sense of humor to this workshop to help writers of all ages and skill levels improve their work. Some topics covered each session may include a review of the writing process and content; short written exercises to practice the various types of creative writing; an introduction to the use of "hooks;" and ways to organize what you write. Work on your own stories and get great feedback and inspiration in this ongoing program, which will meet twice a month on Wednesday nights this Fall. This is the last session of this program for Fall 2017. The program is free and open to the public and is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
Are you a fan of Superheroes? Join us for some trivia, games, and snacks! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
Franc Graham of The Franc Graham Band, a Sesame Street animation voice, and host of Milton Art Center’s Open Mic, joins us for a morning singalong! Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to sit in with us for favorites old and new — from This Old Man to Yellow Submarine! No registration is required. One session per family, please.
Franc Graham of The Franc Graham Band, a Sesame Street animation voice, and host of Milton Art Center’s Open Mic, joins us for a morning singalong! Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to sit in with us for favorites old and new — from This Old Man to Yellow Submarine! No registration is required. One session per family, please.
Monthly organizational meeting for the adults and parents of Boy Scout troop 5, St. Agatha Church
Monday Book Discussion Group
Join us for this First Monday of the Month Book Club. This month we are reading A Dangerous Place Maisie Dobbs #11 by Jacqueline Winspear. Our book discussion is open to all and is a great way to meet new friends and see old friends and neighbors.
If you are unable to make our evening meeting here at the Library, we do hold a morning discussion at Winter valley, 600 Canton Avenue @ 10am.
The Mysterious Milton Library Society is a group comprised of teens who use the library. We discuss ideas for programming, collection development and the overall teen experience in the Library. Please contact Ms. Magda if you're interested in joining. Contact info: 617-698-5757 x3 or mcupidon@ocln.org. All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
Hour of Code is taking place the week of December 4-10, so let's take some time to code!
An informal knitting group will meet at the library which offers an opportunity for people to get together, bring a project to work on (either for 20 minutes or the whole group meeting) and have friends nearby to ask questions when they need help. The first 30 minutes are devoted to help with your project - the last hour is devoted to social knitting. Knitters and all other fiber artists are invited to attend! Questions! Interested in being included on the Email notice for the gatherings? Contact Nina Zonnevylle at nzonnevylle@gmail.com .
Join us for the Awesome Book Club with co-founders, Delia and Isabel, in the Teen Room from 5-6pm. Come discuss the selection: TBD or your current (or favorite) read! Snacks will be served. All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.
Join us for Anime Club! Let's watch anime, do some crafts/play some games, and have some snacks. See you then!
Join us for the After School Movie!
An informal knitting group will meet at the library which offers an opportunity for people to get together, bring a project to work on (either for 20 minutes or the whole group meeting) and have friends nearby to ask questions when they need help. The first 30 minutes are devoted to help with your project - the last hour is devoted to social knitting. Knitters and all other fiber artists are invited to attend! Questions! Interested in being included on the Email notice for the gatherings? Contact Nina Zonnevylle at nzonnevylle@gmail.com .
Come and hear an interesting one-hour weather program with film clips, given by Will Broussard, the Education Coordinator for the Mount Washington Observatory in North Conway, NH. An infamous place of extremes, 6,288-foot Mount Washington, New Hampshire has been captivating audiences for hundreds of years. While many places on Earth experience weather, few are inhabited by humans 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Mount Washington Observatory has been operating a continously-staffed scientific outpost on this remote peak since 1932, providing the Observatory many remarkable stories and an intimate knowledge of the mountain. Through the years, the hardy men and women of the Observatory have experienced white-out blizzards, stunning 110-mile vistas, and everything in between. They have survived a 231 mph wind gust, endless days of disorienting fog, and snow drifts more than 20 feet tall. They have worked with scientists and celebrities, students and snow rangers. They have amassed one of North America's longest continuous climate records, and developed an intimate understanding of the place known as the "Home of the World's Worst Weather." Join us to learn more at this fascinating program at the library. The event is free and open to the public and is kindly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.
An informal knitting group will meet at the library which offers an opportunity for people to get together, bring a project to work on (either for 20 minutes or the whole group meeting) and have friends nearby to ask questions when they need help. The first 30 minutes are devoted to help with your project - the last hour is devoted to social knitting. Knitters and all other fiber artists are invited to attend! Questions! Interested in being included on the Email notice for the gatherings? Contact Nina Zonnevylle at nzonnevylle@gmail.com .
Monday Book Discussion Group
Join us for this First Monday of the Month Book Club. This month we are reading A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman Our book discussion is open to all and is a great way to meet new friends and see old friends and neighbors.
If you are unable to make our evening meeting here at the Library, we do hold a morning discussion at Winter valley, 600 Canton Avenue @ 10am.
An informal knitting group will meet at the library which offers an opportunity for people to get together, bring a project to work on (either for 20 minutes or the whole group meeting) and have friends nearby to ask questions when they need help. The first 30 minutes are devoted to help with your project - the last hour is devoted to social knitting. Knitters and all other fiber artists are invited to attend! Questions! Interested in being included on the Email notice for the gatherings? Contact Nina Zonnevylle at nzonnevylle@gmail.com .
An informal knitting group will meet at the library which offers an opportunity for people to get together, bring a project to work on (either for 20 minutes or the whole group meeting) and have friends nearby to ask questions when they need help. The first 30 minutes are devoted to help with your project - the last hour is devoted to social knitting. Knitters and all other fiber artists are invited to attend! Questions! Interested in being included on the Email notice for the gatherings? Contact Nina Zonnevylle at nzonnevylle@gmail.com .
The Milton Public Library's Director, Will Adamczyk, will host an open book chat about new and popular books. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library. Please come join Will for a fun hour and fascinating discussion.
Monday Book Discussion Group
Join us for this First Monday of the Month Book Club. This month we are reading A Colony in a Nation by Chris Hayes. Our book discussion is open to all and is a great way to meet new friends and see old friends and neighbors.
If you are unable to make our evening meeting here at the Library, we do hold a morning discussion at Winter valley, 600 Canton Avenue @ 10am.
An informal knitting group will meet at the library which offers an opportunity for people to get together, bring a project to work on (either for 20 minutes or the whole group meeting) and have friends nearby to ask questions when they need help. The first 30 minutes are devoted to help with your project - the last hour is devoted to social knitting. Knitters and all other fiber artists are invited to attend! Questions! Interested in being included on the Email notice for the gatherings? Contact Nina Zonnevylle at nzonnevylle@gmail.com .
Monday Book Discussion Group
Join us for this First Monday of the Month Book Club. This month we are reading Me Before You by JoJo Moyes. Our book discussion is open to all and is a great way to meet new friends and see old friends and neighbors.
If you are unable to make our evening meeting here at the Library, we do hold a morning discussion at Winter valley, 600 Canton Avenue @ 10am.
An informal knitting group will meet at the library which offers an opportunity for people to get together, bring a project to work on (either for 20 minutes or the whole group meeting) and have friends nearby to ask questions when they need help. The first 30 minutes are devoted to help with your project - the last hour is devoted to social knitting. Knitters and all other fiber artists are invited to attend! Questions! Interested in being included on the Email notice for the gatherings? Contact Nina Zonnevylle at nzonnevylle@gmail.com .
Viewing of the film "Labyrinth of Lies"
An informal knitting group will meet at the library which offers an opportunity for people to get together, bring a project to work on (either for 20 minutes or the whole group meeting) and have friends nearby to ask questions when they need help. The first 30 minutes are devoted to help with your project - the last hour is devoted to social knitting. Knitters and all other fiber artists are invited to attend! Questions! Interested in being included on the Email notice for the gatherings? Contact Nina Zonnevylle at nzonnevylle@gmail.com .
An informal knitting group will meet at the library which offers an opportunity for people to get together, bring a project to work on (either for 20 minutes or the whole group meeting) and have friends nearby to ask questions when they need help. The first 30 minutes are devoted to help with your project - the last hour is devoted to social knitting. Knitters and all other fiber artists are invited to attend! Questions! Interested in being included on the Email notice for the gatherings? Contact Nina Zonnevylle at nzonnevylle@gmail.com .
Monday Book Discussion Group
Join us for this First Monday of the Month Book Club. This month we are reading Born a Crime byTrevor Noah. Our book discussion is open to all and is a great way to meet new friends and see old friends and neighbors.
If you are unable to make our evening meeting here at the Library, we do hold a morning discussion at Winter valley, 600 Canton Avenue @ 10am.
An informal knitting group will meet at the library which offers an opportunity for people to get together, bring a project to work on (either for 20 minutes or the whole group meeting) and have friends nearby to ask questions when they need help. The first 30 minutes are devoted to help with your project - the last hour is devoted to social knitting. Knitters and all other fiber artists are invited to attend! Questions! Interested in being included on the Email notice for the gatherings? Contact Nina Zonnevylle at nzonnevylle@gmail.com .
An informal knitting group will meet at the library which offers an opportunity for people to get together, bring a project to work on (either for 20 minutes or the whole group meeting) and have friends nearby to ask questions when they need help. The first 30 minutes are devoted to help with your project - the last hour is devoted to social knitting. Knitters and all other fiber artists are invited to attend! Questions! Interested in being included on the Email notice for the gatherings? Contact Nina Zonnevylle at nzonnevylle@gmail.com .
An informal knitting group will meet at the library which offers an opportunity for people to get together, bring a project to work on (either for 20 minutes or the whole group meeting) and have friends nearby to ask questions when they need help. The first 30 minutes are devoted to help with your project - the last hour is devoted to social knitting. Knitters and all other fiber artists are invited to attend! Questions! Interested in being included on the Email notice for the gatherings? Contact Nina Zonnevylle at nzonnevylle@gmail.com .
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