Events List

Artist Ed Bray will install an exhibit this month of architectural, figurative, and landscape illustrations and portraits, using several mediums, including watercolor, colored pencil and graphite. 

During the month of January 2020, the Milton Public Library is hosting an exhibit of the artwork of Ed Bray in the Wotiz Gallery.  This exhibit will include architectural, figurative, and landscapes illustrations and portraits, using severl mediums including watercolor, colored pencil and graphite. After graduation from the Rhode Island School of Design and a concentration in illustration, Ed began his career in Minneapolis, MN where he worked for a company on pen and ink and marker layouts.  In addition to his commercial assignments, he focused on watercolor landscapes of the Midwest, which were exhibited at the Fuller Art Museum in Brockton, MA.  Examples of his illustrations appear in Drawing: Structure and Vision (c2008) by Fritz Drury and Joanne Stryker.  This artist is skilled in presentation artwork, such as storyboards and comps, as well as finished illustrations and fine art.  His work is featured in American Showcase, the Directory of Illustration, Behance and The Workbook.   Mr. Bray works and lives as a freelancer in Brockton, MA and is also a member of the arts League of Lowell.  He was featured in a November 2009 edition (both print and online) of The Lowell Sun.  He currently works as an illustrator for advertising agenices and consumer product companies, and does print ads, page spreads, T.V. Key Frames, marker comps, logos and other custom work.  Please come and enjoy this colorful and fascinating display of Ed Bray’s work this month, from 1/3/20 to 1/31/20.  For more information, contact Jean Hlady, Head of Adult Services/Rererence at jhlady@ocln.org.

The Wotiz Gallery may be viewed anytime during our open hours and there will be a free and open reception held on Wednesday evening, January 29th, from 6-8 PM.   Please come meet the artist and view his colorful and creative artwork.

From January 17th through March 31st there will be an exhibit of African wall hangings shown inside and outside the Keys Community Room, which is located on our Lower Level.   This display will show cloth banners created by Milton artist Beth Neville as African ethnic art, and they are beautiful, bright-colored pieces.  The title of the exhibit is the “Great Wall.”  America’s rich cultural heritage has many sources around the globe.  Beth celebrates one of them with this exhibit as she will display eight hand-stitched cloth banners.  She was inspired by African sculpture depicted in a book called African Sculpture Speaks (New York: Hill and Wang, c1961) by New York’s Ladislas Segy, which shows wood carvings of animals, humans, and spirit ancestors.  Her inspiration also comes from cloth originally hand-woven by the Asante and Ewe groups of Ghana.  Much of the fabric used to create this art comes from cloth that Beth has collected for decades, or that she has hand-painted.  These strands weave together to make a unique art synthesis. 

Ms. Neville has lived her entire life in multi-cultural communities and she expresses that in her art, as she embraces all cultures as part of her rich American family.  The display will be broken up into two separate installations, one in the outside hall area and the other in the Keys Room.  The Milton artist Joyce Caggiano helped to stitch the borders on the banners, and the metal ornaments on them are from Nigeria.  Also during February Milton Access Cable will be airing 4 episodes about the creative process Beth used to make these banners.  Several Milton young people assisted with this project, including two recent immigrants from Nigeria.  Please come enjoy this very cool presentation this month and there will also be a free and open reception held in the Keys Community Room on with a date to be announced soon at our Eventkeeper.

 Please come and enjoy some beautiful wall hangings this month on our lower level, which is open limited hours.  For more information about displaying your art here, contact Jean Hlady, Head of Adult Services/Reference, at jhlady@ocln.org

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.

Teens in the library after hours???!!!  Let the mayhem begin!  Join us for a movie, food, games, fun, and make some new friends!   Please see Magda, in the Teen Space, for a permission slip. Permission slips must be turned in by 5pm on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 in order for you to be able to attend. No permission slip, no entry. See you there! This program is for students entering grades 7-12.

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! Please call the Reference Desk @ 617.698.5757 with any questions.

Proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

THIS PROGRAM IS CANCELLED.

The Reading Dogs are back!  Kids currently in grades K-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. ( To register a kindergarten child, use 0 (zero) NOT K.)

Learn to program your own interactive stories, games, and animations — and share your creations with others in the online community. Play games others have coded and shared online!

Coding helps young people learn to think creatively, reason systematically, and work collaboratively — essential skills for life in the 21st century. 

Laptops provided and limited; feel free to bring your own!

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 Magic: The Gathering Club is run by TAB member, Tucker. A group of tweens/teens meet biweekly in the Teen Space. Bring your own cards or come and learn how to play! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining.  Contact info: 617-698-5757 x3 or mcupidon@ocln.org. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

The Teen Advisory Band 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. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

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 talk by Milton resident Kim McLarin who wrote the book called Womanish: A Grown Black Woman Speaks on Life and Love" (c2019).  Searing in its emotional honesty, this book is an essay collection by award-winning author Kim McLarin that explores what it means to be a black woman in today's turbulent times.  Writing with candor, wit and vulnerability on topics including dating after divorce, depression, parenting older children, the Obamas, and the often fraught relations between white and black women, McLarin unveils herself at the crossroads of being black, female and middle-aged, and, ultimately, American.  Powerful and timely, this author draws upon a lifetime of experiences to paint a portrait of a black woman trying to come to terms with the world around her, and of a society trying to come to terms with black women."  (Publisher's description).  Please join us for a very interesting discussion about an important and enlightening work.  If you would like to place a hold on this title before ths program, go to www.miltonlibrary.org and click on "view catalog" from the main page, or call the Reference Dept. at (617) 698-5757, x. 3 and staff will be happy to help.  This program is kindly 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 in grades 2-6. 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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 video games! Bring your game face! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.

Welcome to the Jumping Fleas Uke Group! Learn how to play the Ukulele, all levels welcome!  

We will learn basic chords and rhythms in a fun, beginner's level environment.

* Registration is required. Some Ukulele's will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own

Described as "Stunning.  A near-perfect movie," by Jordan Rulmy of The Playlist, "Puzzle" stars Kelly MacDonald, Irrfan Khan and David Denman.  This film, produced in 2018, tells the story of Agnes who, after years of concerning herself exclusively with the needs and wants of her husband and sons, has found something that she wants to do: puzzling.  Stepping out of her domestic bubble to pursue her new hobby, Agnes meets Robert, a wealthy, reclusive inventor who recruits her as his partner for an upcoming world jigsaw tournament.  Each day she spends out in the world takes Agnes further along on the road to a new understanding of herself.  This is a wonderful and heartwarming story, with a rating of R for language. The running time is approximately 103 minutes and it is free and open to the public.  This program is kindly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.  Please join us for a tale you will not soon forget!

Write letters encouraging unregistered citizens in key states to register and vote. 

Let's watch a movie! There will be snacks! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.

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.
 

For children ages 2.5-6 and their playful grown ups.  Story Play is full of books, songs, and play with the mission of renewing practices of deep play and connection between children and their caregivers.  Registration is required and limited.  

Calling all kids aged 2 – 6!  Have fun celebrating winter with Jeannie Mack.  Come sing and act out songs about making snowmen, twirling around like snowflakes, sledding down hills, and drinking hot chocolate – to mention just a few. Clap along, dance, and enjoy hand play and finger play games with Jeannie – all to do with the magic of winter! 

A special daytime schedule for the first  Friends meeting of 2020!  Please join us for light refreshments, and learn more about the Friends and what they do to support the Library.

Calling all Cooks!  The Milton Public Library Cookbook Club, led by local chef Connie Spiros and Assistant Director Sara Truog, invites you to its next session on Monday, January 27 from 6:30-7:30pm.  Each club meeting will feature a selected cookbook, and members will prepare a tasty treat from the book to bring to the Library and share.  The cookbook chosen for January is Vietnamese Food Any Day by Andrea Nguyen.

In order to participate, please take these simple steps:

• Please register through the library events calendar. Only registered cooks will be able to attend.
• Borrow a copy of the book from the library and choose a dish. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month ahead. (If you borrow a cookbook but won't be able to attend the meeting, please return the cookbook so someone else can check it out. Thank you!)
• Once you've chosen your recipe, contact Sara by email (struog@ocln.org) or phone (617-898-4951) to let her know what recipe you’ll be trying so we don't have a lot of duplication in the dishes we'll sample on meeting night!

Space is limited and advance registration is required. Registration will open on Monday, January 6. Once you register you will receive more details about the club.  Bon Appetit!

Monthly Meeting of Milton Republican town Committee

Pack 2 adult leaders meet monthly to organize event for the Milton cub scouts pack.

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 Milton Health Department in collaboration with CHNA and U Mass Boston would like to have a community conversation about age friendly communities.

The Anime Club is a group, organized by TAB member, John Elson, of tweens/teens meeting biweekly in the Keys Room to watch anime, discuss anime, and have some snacks! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining. Contact info: mcupidon@ocln.org or 617-698-5757 x3. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

The D&D Club is run by TAB member, Iris. A group of tweens/teens meet biweekly in the Conference Room (Lower Level). Come join us on this new adventure! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining.  Contact info: 617-698-5757 x3 or mcupidon@ocln.org. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

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.

Unfortunately our original date for this program of 1/14/20 had to be postponed due to illness of the presenter, BUT tonight there will now be this fun program happening and we hope you will all come join us for an enlighting presentation!

Longtime Llewellyn Worldwide author Sally Cragin has been reading TaroT cards for years (actually decades), and when she started doing a talk at Roots Natural Foods in Leominster every Fall, she found that people were fascinated with the history of the cards, the meaning of the suits (pentacles or discs, swords, wands and cups) and the "Trump" or Major Arcana cards.  She uses the Ryder-Waite deck and talks about the Renaissance-era origins of the cards, and about art nouveau creator Pamela Colman-Smith and the iconography she used.  She has multiple decks, so this is truly a "hands-on" workshop.  This program is suitable for adults, teens and middle-schoolers. 

"From the history of the cards to their meanings, Sally provided an engaging introductory lesson to TaroT.  Program participants very much enjoyed this class, and look forward to Sally's next presentation at the library." -- Kelley Rae Unger, Program Director, Peabody Public Library

The presenter is a resident of Fitchburg, MA and an instructor at Fitchburg State University.  She is also a freelance writer who speaks at many different venues, including libraries and schools.  She teaches classes about astrology, tarot card reading, palmistry, writing, several historical subjects, theater for children, recycling, and creating family memories and stories. 

There is no sign-up required for this program and it is kindly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Also there is a snow date scheduled for Tuesday, January 28th at 7 PM.

Greater Blue Hills Climate Action Coalition will hold it's thrid meeting to plan events for April 2020 and for the 50th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22.  Many organizations are involved and all interested parties are welcome.

Join the SPUB Club! Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids in grades 2-6. 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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!

Teen Book Club is back and it's being run by TAB member, Kennedy! Join us for a discussion about The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. There will be snacks! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.

There will be a free and open reception held this evening in the Wotiz Gallery for our January artist, Illustrator Ed Bray.  Please see the entry here at our Eventkeeper (under January 3rd) which gives more details about this wonderful exhibit.    We hope you will be able to stop by, meet the artist and view his colorful and creative pieces this month.  This reception is open to the public and we encourage you to check it out!   For more information about displaying your art at our Library, contact Jean Hlady, Head of Adult Services/Reference, at jhlady@ocln.org or call her at (617) 698-5757, x.3.

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.  

Come join us for Whist nights at the Milton Library on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners. Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is an event for adults.

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.

During the month of February, talented artist Sandrea Lovelock-Williams will display her lovely paintings which depict people, still life images, and much more.    This exhibit will run from February lst through the 29th.  Sandrea teaches art at the Community Charter School Cambridge and has worked at several other educational institutions, including as a high school teacher for the Cambridge Ridge and Latin School.  She has a degree in Painting and Art Education from the Massachusetts College of Art in Boston.

In 2019 one of her paintings, which was on display as part of the Fay Chandler Emerging Artist Awards at Boston City Hall, was chosen as the year’s winner as “Best in Show.”  This painting won over the jurors for its overall excellence.  The subject, a young man, stands in a corner and is dressed up, putting his weight on both feet.  His demeanor seems somewhat hesitant with a downward gaze.   The jurors described the painting as “a portrait of a young man on the edge of adulthood.”

Sandrea’s painting is further described as follows from the City of Boston website: “The execution is brilliant.  Williams makes rich color choices, uses masterful brush strokes, and is confident in her work with light and shadow.  She gives us an excellent sense of depth and texture.  William’s work shows both control of her medium as well as great potential for the future.  Well done!”  We hope you will come and view this colorful and enjoyable exhibit at the Library and there will also be a reception for this display held on the evening of Thursday, January 20th from 6-8 PM in the Gallery which is free and open to all.  The artwork of Ms. Lovelock-Williams is really wonderful to see!  Please try to stop by and view it during February.

Today there will be a one-hour concert with a group of excellent musicians called The Gregory Groover Jr. Group, who are affiliated with the Berklee College of Music.  Negro spirituals are at the bedrock of the African American musical experience, providing the foundation upon which many genres that are enjoyed now are built.  Although the composers of these spirituals are largely anonymous and nameless, their music named the non-anonymous tragedy of slavery, while also naming a steadfast hope for a better tomorrow - maybe not for them, but for the future generation.  The Negro Spiritual Songbook, Volume 1 is a product of that hope from the future generation.  It takes the words, melodies, and rhythms of that time and translates it into our current context of the 21st century.  The result is a soulful celebration of what was, a dynamic presentation of what is, and a warm invitation for what is to come. 

The leader of this talented quartet, Gregory Groover Jr., says this about the music:  "The passion for this project emanated from the transformative effect negro spirituals have had on my life both personally and professionally as a musician.  The lyrics and harmonies instilled a deep sense of pride for the music of my heritage, helping me to have a better understanding of the jazz music I love to play.  Therefore, this project was accomplished through thorough examination of original scores, deep analyses of historical elements, and honest adaptations of arrangements.  The hope is that through touring The Negro Spiritual Songbook, Volume 1 at non-conventional jazz venues, such as churches, colleges and museums, the performances will not only be enjoyable but educational - helping to bridge the gap across many divides of society."

This program is free and open to the public, and is kindly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Boy Scouts - Troop 5 Committee Mtg

Monday Book Discussion Group

Join us for this First Monday of the Month Book Club. 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 Ave @ 10am.

This month we are reading Next Year in Havana by Chanel Cleeton.

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 Anime Club is a group, organized by TAB member, John Elson, of tweens/teens meeting biweekly in the Keys Room to watch anime, discuss anime, and have some snacks! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining. Contact info: mcupidon@ocln.org or 617-698-5757 x3. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

The D&D Club is run by TAB member, Iris. A group of tweens/teens meet biweekly in the Conference Room (Lower Level). Come join us on this new adventure! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining.  Contact info: 617-698-5757 x3 or mcupidon@ocln.org. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

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.

Janice Page and Joyce Kulhawik return to the Milton Public Library for our annual Handicapping the Oscars event.  With great banter and lots of fun, the duo will share their thoughts (and ask for yours too), regarding this year's nominees and who will take home the Oscar. 

After many years at the Boston Globe, Janice Page joined The Washington Post in June as arts editor.  She manages the Post's coverage of the fine arts, including visual art, classical music, dance and theater, and leads an award-winning staff of critics and reporters as the Post expands its arts journalism to a national audience.

Write letters encouraging unregistered citizens in key states to registert and vote.

Join the SPUB Club! Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids in grades 2-6. 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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 video games! Bring your game face! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.

  Come to the library and watch a Family Movie in the Keys Room!

We'll be showing, Toy Story 4, Rated PG, When a new toy called "Forky" joins Woody and the gang, a road trip alongside old and new friends reveals how big the world can be for a toy.
1 hour and 40 mins.

Bring a sleeping bag or a pillow and get cozy! Popcorn will be served. No registration required.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library

GIRL SCOUTS: SUMMER CAMPS AND TROOPS INFO NIGHT

Calling all GIRLS entering K through 12th Grade!

You don't have to be part of a Troop to experience the fun at GIRL SCOUTS CAMP! Come listen to our very own Camp Staff about our Overnight and Day camp options, April Vacation Adventures Program, Free Bus Transportation, Registration, Financial Assistance, and more! Plus: Speak to your local Girl Scout representative about local troops in town welcoming new girls! This will be a presentation style event, so please be mindful of the 6pm start time. Head to www.hercamp.org for more information. Hope to see you all at the event!

Come join us for Whist nights at the Milton Library on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners. Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is an event for adults.

Read what the celebrities are reading: join Celebrity Book Club! Library staff members Sara Truog and Sally Lawler will lead you in a fun, relaxed discussion of books recommended by popular celebrities (note: sadly they are unlikely to attend our meetings). 

Next book: American Spy by Lauren Wilkinson.  Recommended by Barack Obama.

Click here to reserve your copy today!!

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!  Please call the Reference Desk @ 617.698.5757 with any questions.

Proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Join us in the Children's Story-hour roomand create a special Valentine's Day card and a pom pom love monster for your favorite person!  

Family storytime incorporating stories, finger puppets, and songs for preschool children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. No registration required.

 

Annual review and planning meeting for the Trails Maintenance Committee of the Friends of The Blue Hills.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

monthly board planning meeting

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.

meeting

The Teen Advisory Band 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. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

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 60-minute presentation this evening by storyteller, musician and political satirist Charle King and his program partner, Candace Cassin.  This powerful event will include the history of the Civil Rights movement in the United States, using songs, narratives by participants at the time, and it will include hundreds of historical images.  There will be plenty of opportunity for audience members to get involved in this inspiring program!   "Ain't Gonna Let Nobody Turn me 'Round" offers the story of the Civil Rights Movement for African Americans from 1955 to 1967, highlighting activitists such as Rosa Parks, Fannie Lou Hamer and Ella Baker.    

Charlie King is a musical storyteller who sings and writes passionately about the extraordinary lives of ordinary people.  Pete Seeger hailed him as "One of the finest singers and songwriters of our time."  Candace Cassin is a social service provider, spiritual director and teacher of Buddist practice.  They are married and live in Shelburne Falls, MA.  Charlie has been at the heart of American folk music for over half a century and has been writing songs for the past 45 years.  In October of 2017, he received the annual Phil Ochs Award, in recognition of his music and activism for social and political justice in the spirit of Phil Ochs.  His songs have been recorded and sung by other performers such as Pete Seeger, Holly Near, Ronnie Gilbert, John McCutcheon, Arlo Guthrie, Peggy Seeger, Chad Mitchell and Judy Small.  Billboard said about him: "With encouraging regularity, Charlie King emerges from his self-reflection to remind us of the happy resilience of the human spirit.  His message songs vary between the funny and the frightening, but he pulls them off with unvarying taste, musical skill, and charm."  Please join us for a tribute to civil rights in the month of February.  This program is free and open to the public and is kindly 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 in grades 2-6. 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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!

Teen Book Club is back and it's being run by TAB member, Kennedy! Join us for a discussion about TBD by TBD. There will be snacks! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.

Girl Scout Meeting

Winner's Circle is our new monthly Board Games program. After-school once a month, come to the library and enjoy: chess, card games, and other popular board games! This event is for children 6+; no registration is necessary. *Ages 7 and under supervised by an adult please.

Stop by the Conference Room with your smart phone or tablet for general tech help with Regan.  You can learn all about how to download music, movies, audiobooks and E-books from our website, using your library card.  The staff will also show you all about our online resources found at our website.  No sign-up is required.

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.

Teens in the library after hours???!!!  Let the mayhem begin!  Join us for food, games, fun, and make some new friends!   Please see Magda, in the Teen Space, for a permission slip. Permission slips must be turned in by 5pm on Tuesday, February 11th in order for you to be able to attend. No permission slip, no entry. See you there! This program is for students entering grades 7-12.

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! Please call the Reference Desk @ 617.698.5757 with any questions.

Proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Today, you can go all over the world and experience Flamenco. It has truly become a multicultural art form, appealing to men, women and children of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. The Milton Public Library is thrilled to bring you its first ever cross-generational Flamenco program!  Eve Costarelli of, Always Be Dancing, will bring her dynamic program to the library this Fall.

Eve is a vibrant teacher who brings a refreshing and therapeutic approach to her workshops and performances.

She adapts her programs to meet the needs of students with a range of experiences and abilities, and independently develops and teaches youth programs and classes in flamenco, rhythm tap and yoga for children of all ages and abilities.  Eve teaches flamenco programs and workshops which promote the understanding and appreciation of authentic flamenco dance, Spanish culture and the multi-cultural background of the art form.

*Registration is required and limited. 

Please register in pairs: Child/Caregiver, Adult/Adult.  This program is for all ages, but please follow these registration guidelines and make each person in your pair is registered.  Any child registrant will need to have a Caregiver registered with them. 

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.

Stuffed animals are invited to the library on February 18 for a special sleepover party JUST FOR THEM!

Each child may bring a stuffed animal to the library on Tuesday afternoon between 2:30 and 4:30 pm.  After your pal checks in with Miss Sara, they will spend a fun-filled night in the library!  We promise to feed your stuffed animal a nutritious dinner, read him or her lots of stories, and tuck them in for bed before midnight!  You can come back and pick them up on Wednesday afternoon at 4:00 pm, when you can learn about all of the adventures that Miss Sara and the stuffed animals had together.

Note to parents: please send an animal that can spend the whole night - perhaps not the favorite lovey that cannot be parted with...

For ages 4 and up.  Registration is required, and will open two weeks in advance.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

Tonight there will be a free and open art reception in the Keys Community Room to celebrate an installation by Milton artist Beth Neville who is displaying her African wall hangings through March 31st.  For more details about this exhibit, go to January 17th here at Eventkeeper.  Please stop by on 2/18 also to view this wonderful display and meet the artist.  For more information about applying for an exhibit of your art at the Library, Email Jean Hlady, Head of Adult Services/Reference, at jhlady@ocln.org.

Phone bank/letter writing

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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!

~~This is the conclusion of yesterday's Stuffed Animal Sleepover.

Come back and pick your stuffed animals up this afternoon at 4:00 pm, when you can learn about all of the adventures that Miss Sara and the stuffed animals had together.

Note to parents: please send an animal that can spend the whole night - perhaps not the favorite lovey that cannot be parted with...

For ages 4 and up.

Filmmaker Craig Dudnick has produced an incredible film which celebrates the selfless activists of the Chicago Freedom Movement.  He first met Alice Tregay when she contributed many wonderful photographs of her brother, former Evanston [Illinois] Fire Chief Sanders Hicks, to his previous film.  He had no idea at that time of her status as heroine of the Civil Rights Movement.    He hopes that "Alice's Ordinary People" will inspire future generations to "take up the mantle and continue the fight." 

Alice's life story reads like a history of the movement.  Early on she fought the "Willis Wagons."  The second-class structures were built to relieve overcrowding in those Chicago schools which served the African American community.  Their very existence perpetuated segregation.  In 1966, Dr. King came to Chicago.  Alice and her husband James Tregay, marched with him, often at great personal risk.  It was at this time that Dr. King joined the Reverend Jesse Jackson, and the Reverend James Bevel to form Operation Breadbasket.  Breadbasket fought racism on many fronts, but its main task was jobs for African Americans, particularly from those businesses drawing profits from the African American community.Under the leadership of Reverend Jackson, the months that Alice and her "ordinary people" spent picketing led to real change.  But it was through her Political Education class that Alice had her most significant impact.  Over a four-year period, thousands were trained to work in independent campaigns.  This new force was integral to the re-election of Ralph Metcalf to Congress (this time as an independent Democrat), to the election of Harold Washington, Mayor, and to making Barack Obama our first African American President.

Alice's contribution is unique in American history, and an hour program can only tell so much.  It is Mr. Dudnick's hope that one day a book will also be written on this important subject.  Please come view this film and be inspired!  This program is kindly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library and is free and open to the public.  The running time is 56 minutes but the start time remains promptly at 6:30 PM.  The documentary is unrated.

This evening there will be a free and open reception for this month's exhibit of paintings by talented artist Sandrea Lovelock-Williams.  Please stop by and view this lovely display, and meet her.  Details about the display can be found here at our events list under the date of February lst.

Come join us for Whist nights at the Milton Library on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners. Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is an event for adults.

How to Create a Graphic Novel Page Workshop with author Jonathan Todd!

Like reading comics and graphic novels? Now, it’s your turn to start your own in this 1-hour, comics-making boot camp! We’ll discuss character development and plot strategy, then you’ll be coached in drawing a graphic novel page. You’ll learn how to create a small sketch—or thumbnail—of your page; then, you’ll learn how to create finished art. In addition to storytelling, topics include lettering, penciling, and inking.

Jonathan Todd is the author and illustrator of the forthcoming middle-grade graphic novel Timid (Scholastic 2021). Todd is also co-founder of the Boston Kids Comics Fest. A graduate of the Solstice MFA in Creative Writing program.

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.

* Please note that Lego Club is earlier this month due to the School Vacation week. Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to the event.

Children in grades K-3 can join Ginny Brearley and create an artistic masterpiece to take home.

Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to the event. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library. NOTE: Do not use the letter K to indicate a grade; use a zero to indicate kindergarten.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our 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.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

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 in grades 2-6. 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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!

Welcome to the Jumping Fleas Uke Group! Learn how to play the Ukulele, all levels welcome!  

We will learn basic chords and rhythms in a fun, beginner's level environment.

* Registration is required. Some Ukulele's will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own

meeting

Join us for a relationship workshop with DOVE, Inc. MA! This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Stop by the Conference Room with your smart phone or tablet for general tech help with Regan.  You can learn all about how to download music, movies, audiobooks and E-books from our website, using your library card.  The staff will also show you all about our online resources found at our website.  No sign-up is required.

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 Reading Dogs are back!  Kids currently in grades K-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. Please register kindergarten as '0')

This will be a 2-hour workshop taught by Mandy Roberge, where you will learn to make jewelry with a choice of necklaces, bracelets, key chains, napkin holders, bubble wands, earrings and more.  Sign-up at our website is required as space is limited, but there is no charge and this program is free and open to the public.  No experience is required and this program is suitable for tweens, teens and adults.  More details and date that sign-up opens will be shown here soon.    This program is kindly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library. 

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Boy Scouts - Troop 5 Committee Mtg

Monday Book Discussion Group

Join us for this First Monday of the Month Book Club. 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 Ave @ 10am.

This month we are reading The Queen of Katwe by Tim Crothers.

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 Anime Club is a group, organized by TAB member, John Elson, of tweens/teens meeting biweekly in the Keys Room to watch anime, discuss anime, and have some snacks! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining. Contact info: mcupidon@ocln.org or 617-698-5757 x3. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

The D&D Club is run by TAB member, Iris. A group of tweens/teens meet biweekly in the Conference Room (Lower Level). Come join us on this new adventure! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining.  Contact info: 617-698-5757 x3 or mcupidon@ocln.org. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

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.

This 90-minute presentation with time for questions at the end will be given by Ehris Urban and Velya Jancz-Urban of the "Grounded Goodwife" which is a Connecticut-based company that promotes green living and educates people about many subjects related to women, including a history of Colonial-era women, herbalism, "The Not-so-good Golden Life of the Gilded Age Wife," a crash course in crystals and stone healing, how to make your own perfume from herbs, and much more.  These two speakers are fascinating and we encourage you to come to this program about how women have allowed themselves to be squeezed, twisted, and squished to conform to desired shapes.  The subtitle of the talk is: "The Evolution of Underwear & Our 19th Amendment."    The history of womens' underwear reveals a lot about their changing roles in society over time in America (and elsewhere) - how we perceive ourselves, and how we're viewed by others.  The 1910s saw an end to the hourglass figure with a tiny waist, so women were finally able to breathe and move more freely.  Did the demise of tightlacing help women gain the right to vote in 1920?  Underwear matters.

This program is hands-on and paticipatory.  Tight corseting exerted 22 pounds of pressure on internal organs - find out what that actually feels like!   Experience the difficulty of completing everday tasks while wearing a corset.  Have you ever relay-raced in a hobble skirt?

Herstory Unsanitized presentations explore the engrossing "taboo" subjects omitted from history.  When a zany teacher and grounded green witch join forces, the fun team of Velya and Ehris bringing a gregarious personality and serene energy to enable this mother/daughter duo to connect with audiences.  Their delivery is funny and frank.  Laugh, grimace, and honor our foremothers journeys in this unique event!    It is kindly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library and is free and open the public.

Phone bank/letter writing

Join the SPUB Club! Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids in grades 2-6. 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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 video games! Bring your game face! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.

  Come to the library and watch a Family Movie in the Keys Room!

We'll be showing, The Secret Life of Pets 2, Rated PG.   Continuing the story of Max and his pet friends, following their secret lives after their owners leave them for work or school each day.

Bring a sleeping bag or a pillow and get cozy! Popcorn will be served. No registration required.
 

Come join us for Whist nights at the Milton Library on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners. Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is an event for adults.

meeting

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!  Please call the Reference Desk @ 617.698.5757 with any questions.

Proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

caucus

Family storytime incorporating stories, finger puppets, and songs for preschool children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. No registration required.

 

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our 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.

The Teen Advisory Band 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. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

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 in grades 2-6. 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our 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.

The Anime Club is a group, organized by TAB member, John Elson, of tweens/teens meeting biweekly in the Keys Room to watch anime, discuss anime, and have some snacks! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining. Contact info: mcupidon@ocln.org or 617-698-5757 x3. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

The D&D Club is run by TAB member, Iris. A group of tweens/teens meet biweekly in the Conference Room (Lower Level). Come join us on this new adventure! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining.  Contact info: 617-698-5757 x3 or mcupidon@ocln.org. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

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.

Educational workshop discussing Social Security and taxes for those nearing retirement.

Phone bank/letter writing

Join the SPUB Club! Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids in grades 2-6. 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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 video games! Bring your game face! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.

meeting

Come join us for Whist nights at the Milton Library on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners. Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is an event for adults.

Please join us as we discuss upcoming programming and programming ideas. All are invited to attend.

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.

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! Please call the Reference Desk @ 617.698.5757 with any questions.

Proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Calling all Cooks!  The Milton Public Library Cookbook Club, led by local chef Connie Spiros and Assistant Director Sara Truog, invites you to its next session on Monday, March 23 from 6:30-7:30pm.  Each club meeting will feature a selected cookbook, and members will prepare a tasty treat from the book to bring to the Library and share.  The cookbook chosen for March is TBA.

In order to participate, please take these simple steps:

• Please register through the library events calendar. Only registered cooks will be able to attend.
• Borrow a copy of the book from the library and choose a dish. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month ahead. (If you borrow a cookbook but won't be able to attend the meeting, please return the cookbook so someone else can check it out. Thank you!)
• Once you've chosen your recipe, contact Sara by email (struog@ocln.org) or phone (617-898-4951) to let her know what recipe you’ll be trying so we don't have a lot of duplication in the dishes we'll sample on meeting night!

Space is limited and advance registration is required. Registration will open on Monday, March 2. Once you register you will receive more details about the club.  Bon Appetit!

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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 Teen Advisory Band 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. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

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 in grades 2-6. 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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.

The Reading Dogs are back!  Kids currently in grades K-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. ( To register a kindergarten child, use 0 (zero) NOT K.)

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

meeting

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 Anime Club is a group, organized by TAB member, John Elson, of tweens/teens meeting biweekly in the Keys Room to watch anime, discuss anime, and have some snacks! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining. Contact info: mcupidon@ocln.org or 617-698-5757 x3. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

The D&D Club is run by TAB member, Iris. A group of tweens/teens meet biweekly in the Conference Room (Lower Level). Come join us on this new adventure! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining.  Contact info: 617-698-5757 x3 or mcupidon@ocln.org. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

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 in grades 2-6. 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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!

Come join us for Whist nights at the Milton Library on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners. Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is an event for adults.

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!  Please call the Reference Desk @ 617.698.5757 with any questions.

Proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Join Melanie Gillespie, Mel O'Drama, in her new baby program for Milton's future thespians! In this program, babies/toddlers ages 0-4 are immersed into a safe and fun environment where they learn self-expression through song and sign. Mel will bring song to the circle as we explore fun topics and themes while Robyn will bring her fluency of sign language to the circle teaching words and feelings each week that babies and toddlers can use both inside and outside our circle with their caregivers.  Registration is required and limited.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

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Monday Book Discussion Group

Join us for this First Monday of the Month Book Club. 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 Ave @ 10am.

This month we are reading Exit West by Mohsin Hamid.

The Teen Advisory Band 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. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

Join the SPUB Club! Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids in grades 2-6. 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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 video games! Bring your game face! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.

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.

Please join Mindful Minis teacher, Lauren Masse, on April 10 th for a stress-reducing and wellness-promoting class while on school break! Activities will include breathing exercises, yoga, crafts, and mindfulness games!Class offerings are open to children ages 5-7.

Please join Mindful Minis teacher, Lauren Masse, on April 10 th for a stress-reducing and wellness-promoting class while on school break! Activities will include breathing exercises, yoga, crafts, and mindfulness games!Class offerings are open to children ages 5-7.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

The Anime Club is a group, organized by TAB member, John Elson, of tweens/teens meeting biweekly in the Keys Room to watch anime, discuss anime, and have some snacks! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining. Contact info: mcupidon@ocln.org or 617-698-5757 x3. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

The D&D Club is run by TAB member, Iris. A group of tweens/teens meet biweekly in the Conference Room (Lower Level). Come join us on this new adventure! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining.  Contact info: 617-698-5757 x3 or mcupidon@ocln.org. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

Join the SPUB Club! Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids in grades 2-6. 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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!

The film to be shown tonight is "a heartwarming look at the meaning of what a family really is."  It is called "Gifted" and stars Chris Evans, McKenna Grace, Lindsay Duncan, Jenny Slate and Oscar Winner Octavia Spencer.    Frank Adler is a single man dedicated to raising his spirited young niece, Mary, a child prodigy.  But Frank and Mary's happy life together is threatened when Mary's mathematical abilities come to the attention of her overbearing grandmother - who has other plans for the girl.  You'll love every moment of this "deeply satisfying" film, which is free and open to the public.  It is rated PG-13 for thematic elements, language, and some suggestive material, and the running time is 101 minutes.  The film was produced in 2017, and this program is kindly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Come join us for Whist nights at the Milton Library on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners. Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is an event for adults.

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.
 

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! Please call the Reference Desk @ 617.698.5757 with any questions.

Proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

For children ages 2.5-6 and their playful grown ups.  Story Play is a 45 minutes full of books, songs, and play with the mission of renewing practices of deep play and connection between children and their caregivers.  Registration is required and limited.  

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

Join the SPUB Club! Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids in grades 2-6. 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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!

  Come to the library and watch a Family Movie in the Keys Room!

Bring a sleeping bag or a pillow and get cozy! Popcorn will be served. No registration required.
 

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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 Reading Dogs are back!  Kids currently in grades K-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. ( To register a kindergarten child, use 0 (zero) NOT K.)

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

The Anime Club is a group, organized by TAB member, John Elson, of tweens/teens meeting biweekly in the Keys Room to watch anime, discuss anime, and have some snacks! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining. Contact info: mcupidon@ocln.org or 617-698-5757 x3. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

The D&D Club is run by TAB member, Iris. A group of tweens/teens meet biweekly in the Conference Room (Lower Level). Come join us on this new adventure! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining.  Contact info: 617-698-5757 x3 or mcupidon@ocln.org. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

Join the SPUB Club! Our Super Popular, Unbelievable Book Club is a read-aloud book club for kids in grades 2-6. 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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, toddlers & preschoolers, 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!

Come join us for Whist nights at the Milton Library on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners. Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is an event for adults.

Family storytime incorporating stories, finger puppets, and songs for preschool children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. No registration required.

 

Monday Book Discussion Group

Join us for this First Monday of the Month Book Club. 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 Ave @ 10am.

This month we are reading An American Marriage by Tayari Jones.

The Teen Advisory Band 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. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

Hey teens! Join us in the Keys Room for video games! Bring your game face! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.

Come join us for Whist nights at the Milton Library on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners. Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is an event for adults.

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!  Please call the Reference Desk @ 617.698.5757 with any questions.

Proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

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 Anime Club is a group, organized by TAB member, John Elson, of tweens/teens meeting biweekly in the Keys Room to watch anime, discuss anime, and have some snacks! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining. Contact info: mcupidon@ocln.org or 617-698-5757 x3. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

The D&D Club is run by TAB member, Iris. A group of tweens/teens meet biweekly in the Conference Room (Lower Level). Come join us on this new adventure! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining.  Contact info: 617-698-5757 x3 or mcupidon@ocln.org. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

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.
 

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! Please call the Reference Desk @ 617.698.5757 with any questions.

Proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Calling all Cooks!  The Milton Public Library Cookbook Club, led by local chef Connie Spiros and Assistant Director Sara Truog, invites you to its next session on Monday, May 18 from 6:30-7:30pm.  Each club meeting will feature a selected cookbook, and members will prepare a tasty treat from the book to bring to the Library and share.  The cookbook chosen for May is TBA.

In order to participate, please take these simple steps:

• Please register through the library events calendar. Only registered cooks will be able to attend.
• Borrow a copy of the book from the library and choose a dish. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month ahead. (If you borrow a cookbook but won't be able to attend the meeting, please return the cookbook so someone else can check it out. Thank you!)
• Once you've chosen your recipe, contact Sara by email (struog@ocln.org) or phone (617-898-4951) to let her know what recipe you’ll be trying so we don't have a lot of duplication in the dishes we'll sample on meeting night!

Space is limited and advance registration is required. Registration will open on Monday, April 27. Once you register you will receive more details about the club.  Bon Appetit!

The Teen Advisory Band 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. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

Tonight we are offering a program called "Clothes Encounters: Victorian and Edwardian Apparel and Lifestyles" with presenter Sally Cragin.    Ms. Cragin has gathered many items of antique clothing belonging to men and women, and continues to research this topic.  Have you ever held a garmet sewn around the time of the Civil War?  Want to try on a military hat from the 1880s?  This talk will be about the history of fashion, as well as "what was appropriate" for certain genders and classes from about 1850 through the Jazz Age and beyond.  The collection includes undergarments (wool and cotton), uniforms from previous eras (shop girls, waitresses, housewives), and shoes.  The audience is allowed to handle, and in some cases, to try on these items.  Sally's collection also includes many antique handbags included beaded, cloisonne, needle-pointed, metallic, and unique ones which she has been unable to find similar examples on Ebay or antique sites!  As a historian, she loves bringing in examples of apparel to illustrate poetry or prose where she teaches at Fitchburg State University - creating a hands-on presentation for her has been a joy.  Please come check out a very fun and entertaining evening talking about fashion!  This program is kindly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library and is free and open to the public.

Hey teens! Join us in the Keys Room for video games! Bring your game face! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.

Come join us for Whist nights at the Milton Library on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners. Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is an event for adults.

Please join us as we discuss upcoming programming and programming ideas. All are invited to attend.

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 Reading Dogs are back!  Kids currently in grades K-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. ( To register a kindergarten child, use 0 (zero) NOT K.)

The Anime Club is a group, organized by TAB member, John Elson, of tweens/teens meeting biweekly in the Keys Room to watch anime, discuss anime, and have some snacks! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining. Contact info: mcupidon@ocln.org or 617-698-5757 x3. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

The D&D Club is run by TAB member, Iris. A group of tweens/teens meet biweekly in the Conference Room (Lower Level). Come join us on this new adventure! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining.  Contact info: 617-698-5757 x3 or mcupidon@ocln.org. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

The Teen Advisory Band 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. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.

Hey teens! Join us in the Keys Room for video games! Bring your game face! All teen programs are for students in grades 6-12.

Come join us for Whist nights at the Milton Library on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners. Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is an event for adults.

The Anime Club is a group, organized by TAB member, John Elson, of tweens/teens meeting biweekly in the Keys Room to watch anime, discuss anime, and have some snacks! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining. Contact info: mcupidon@ocln.org or 617-698-5757 x3. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

The D&D Club is run by TAB member, Iris. A group of tweens/teens meet biweekly in the Conference Room (Lower Level). Come join us on this new adventure! Please contact Magda if you're interested in joining.  Contact info: 617-698-5757 x3 or mcupidon@ocln.org. This teen program is for students in grades 7-12.

Come join us for Tuesday Night Mah-jongg!

All are welcome: experienced players & beginners! Drop-In.

* Note: we meet in the Children's Room, but this is a program for adults.