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Throughout the summer we will
host flicknics!! Families can bring a snack or
light dinner and watch a "flick"
with some friends. If you would like the
movie title for the night please give us a call.
Join our Minecraft Club! You are not required to have your own Minecraft account to participate. This club is for all students in grades 6-12. Registration is required, space is limited. All club meetings will take place in the Computer Lab.
Guess who is coming to our library?
We won a visit with Blades!
Won't you come and visit with
him? The Boston Bruins have teamed up with
libraries across the Commonwealth to encourage
kids to keep reading over the summer.
Come hear a story, participate in some
game day fun and make a craft! You can get your
picture taken with Blades too! Families are welcome. Registration is required.
A special storytime for our littlest patrons! Mother Goose on the Loose is an early literacy program for children ages birth through 2 years. Come join us for a story, songs, rhymes, bouncing, and fingerplays! We will use musical instruments, puppets, and other props to further children's early learning skills.
Sign up to read to our very special “read” dog!
Finnegan is trained to sit with children and listen to them read. This kind of support from lovable puppies
can foster your child’s self-confidence, build reading skills, and it’s just plain fun!
Choose a 15-minute time slot by clicking on the Register button below.
Because of greatly increased interest in this program, we ask that only children who are reading independently register. Call the library to inquire about time for our younger patrons who cannot read on their own. Thank you!
Join us for a night of fun, games and prizes. Test out your skills in our Minute to Win It challenges, cheer on your friends and earn some prizes. Teens entering grades 6-12 in the fall are welcome. Registration is required. This event will be held in the Meeting Room.
A silly skit, stories, scrumptious
snacks and shape something
special! Be our guest! For kids ages
3 - 7 with their grownup. Registration
is required.
This week's theme is: STYLES & STARS!
Bring along some friends and make your own Hollywood Star!
Each crafternoon will feature a different theme and craft.
Stop by anytime between the designated hours in our Room of Requirement.
Enjoy age- and developmentally-appropriate stories, songs, movement activities and fingerplay
as we build your child's early literacy skills.
For children ages 2 and 3 years old with a favorite adult!
No registration required.
Our theme this week is: MUSIC!
This week's theme is: GEOLOGY!
Bring along some friends and make your own Dinosaur Fossil!
Each crafternoon will feature a different theme and craft.
Stop by anytime between the designated hours in our Room of Requirement.
Join us for a fun, music filled movie showing. Bring along a friend and enjoy some popcorn while you watch. No registration required. All Teens entering grades 6-12 in the fall are wlecome.
Contact the Teen Librarian for the movie title.
Just 4s and 5s!
A storytime with a little independence
Join us for some stories and a craft/activity.
Grownups remain outside our program room for this storytime.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
FOR CHILDREN AGES 4 AND 5 ONLY
Throughout the summer we will
host flicknics!! Families can bring a snack or
light dinner and watch a "flick"
with some friends. If you would like the
movie title for the night please give us a call.
Our library WON a visit from the Scholastic Summer Reading Roadtrip RV!
There will be several stations like "Dav Pilkey Station", "Happy Potter 20th Anniversary Station", and the "Youngest Readers Station",
costume characters CLIFFORD, DOG MAN and GERONIMO STILTON,
a PRIZE WHEEL for readers of all ages & fun photo opps!
The Scholastic RV will be at the Ellsworth/McAfee Park on Rt. 135 at the pavilion.*
No registration required.
*In case of inclement weather, event will be held at the library.
Enjoy age- and developmentally-appropriate stories, songs, movement activities and fingerplay
as we build your child's early literacy skills.
For children ages 2 and 3 years old with a favorite adult!
No registration required. Today's storytime will be held @ Assabet Park.
Our theme this week is: ROCKS!
Throughout the summer we will
host flicknics!! Families can bring a snack or
light dinner and watch a "flick"
with some friends. If you would like the
movie title for the night please give us a call.
Join our Minecraft Club! You are not required to have your own Minecraft account to participate. This club is for all students in grades 6-12. Registration is required, space is limited. All club meetings will take place in the Computer Lab.
Just 4s and 5s!
A storytime with a little independence
Join us for some stories and a craft/activity.
Grownups remain outside our program room for this storytime.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
FOR CHILDREN AGES 4 AND 5 ONLY
animals such as baby goats, bunnies & chicks to our library for a visit.
Children are encouraged to hold and cuddle them.
A totally hands-on experience your child will love!
Registration opens on June 25th and is required. Please
understand space will be limited so children and animals both have a positive
experience.
animals such as baby goats, bunnies & chicks to our library for a visit.
Children are encouraged to hold and cuddle them.
A totally hands-on experience your child will love!
Registration opens on June 25th and is required. Please
understand space will be limited so children and animals both have a positive
experience.
A special storytime for our littlest patrons! Mother Goose on the Loose is an early literacy program for children ages birth through 2 years. Come join us for a story, songs, rhymes, bouncing, and fingerplays! We will use musical instruments, puppets, and other props to further children's early learning skills.
Try your luck at the game of bingo!
We'll play several rounds, and everyone
gets a prize! Best for families with kids ages
3 through 7.
Sign up to read to our very special “read” dog!
Finnegan is trained to sit with children and listen to them read. This kind of support from lovable puppies
can foster your child’s self-confidence, build reading skills, and it’s just plain fun!
Choose a 15-minute time slot by clicking on the Register button below.
Because of greatly increased interest in this program, we ask that only children who are reading independently register. Call the library to inquire about time for our younger patrons who cannot read on their own. Thank you!
This month we are reading All Summer Long by Hope Larson. Teens entering grades 6-10 are welcome. Registration is required. Don't forget to stop by the Teen Desk to pick up a copy of the book.
An engaging and interactive program developed for families with children ages 2 through 5.
We will use instruments, scarves, and other toys while we read, dance to music, and make some noise!
No registration required.
This week's theme is: SOUNDS OF NATURE!
Bring along some friends and make your own Rain Stick!
Each crafternoon will feature a different theme and craft.
Stop by anytime between the designated hours in our Room of Requirement.
Back by popular demand: Learn how to turn delicious candy into sushi-like snacks. All Teens entering grades 6-12 in the fall are welcome. Registration is required.
Enjoy age- and developmentally-appropriate stories, songs, movement activities and fingerplay
as we build your child's early literacy skills.
For children ages 2 and 3 years old with a favorite adult!
No registration required.
Our theme this week is: SOUNDS OF NATURE!
Ever wondered what a trumpet feels like in your
hands? Want to strum a ukulele? Get some hands-on
experience with a wide range of musical
instruments! Recommended for kids ages 4 - 12.
This month we will be making watermelon lemonade and strawberry cheesecake smoothies. All materials will be provided. This program is for Teens entering grades 6-12 in the fall. Registration is required.
Just 4s and 5s!
A storytime with a little independence
Join us for some stories and a craft/activity.
Grownups remain outside our program room for this storytime.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
FOR CHILDREN AGES 4 AND 5 ONLY
Join the Northboro Elementary School
librarians for a fun lunch! Catch up on what
exciting things you have been doing over the
summer and tell them all about what you have been reading!
Parents please pack a snack or lunch for this event.
Throughout the summer we will
host flicknics!! Families can bring a snack or
light dinner and watch a "flick"
with some friends. If you would like the
movie title for the night please give us a call.
A special storytime for our littlest patrons! Mother Goose on the Loose is an early literacy program for children ages birth through 2 years. Come join us for a story, songs, rhymes, bouncing, and fingerplays! We will use musical instruments, puppets, and other props to further children's early learning skills.
We are now offering a monthly drop-in nutrition group on Wednesday mornings in the Library’s café located on the second floor. Called The Art of Good Nutrition Drop-In Group, the next session will be on Wednesday, July 18th from 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. The drop-in sessions are facilitated by Registered Dietitian Judy Palken. Judy has been a registered dietitian for over 30 years. She works in nutrition and health research in the Division of Preventive and Behavioral medicine at UMass Medical School in Worcester, and also teaches nutrition classes in the community. She has taught a series of classes on nutrition and weight control at the Northborough Free Library over the past two years. In these drop-in groups, there will be a new nutrition or related health topic each month, with time for discussion and questions.
On Wednesday, July 18th, we will be discussing the following topic: The Timing of Our Calories
The discussions are being funded by the Friends of the Northborough Free Library.
Please join us!
This week's theme is: ROCK AROUND THE WORLD!
Bring along some friends and make your own Castanets!
Each crafternoon will feature a different theme and craft.
Stop by anytime between the designated hours in our Room of Requirement.
Come show off your singing skills! We will be using the Wii U game Sing Party for thhis musical event. All Teens entering grades 6-12 in the fall are wlecome. A snack will be served. Registration is required.
Enjoy age- and developmentally-appropriate stories, songs, movement activities and fingerplay
as we build your child's early literacy skills.
For children ages 2 and 3 years old with a favorite adult!
No registration required. Today's storytime will be held @ Assabet Park.
Our theme this week is: AT THE BEACH!
This week's theme is: SCIENCE IN MUSIC!
Bring along some friends and make your own Stringophone!
Each crafternoon will feature a different theme and craft.
Stop by anytime between the designated hours in our Room of Requirement.
Think you know music? Come test out your song knowledge with a little friendly competition in our Guess the Song game. All Teens entering grades 6-12 in the fall are wlecome. Registration is required.
Build and fly air powered rockets & airplanes with Ed the Wizard using
paper, balloons, straws, and modeling clay. We are not building "stomp rockets."
Ed the Wizard's experience comes from a lifetime of aircraft enthusiasm
and model building. Recommended for kids in grades 1 and up.
Grownups are welcome to assist.
Throughout the summer we will
host flicknics!! Families can bring a snack or
light dinner and watch a "flick"
with some friends. If you would like the
movie title for the night please give us a call.
A special storytime for our littlest patrons! Mother Goose on the Loose is an early literacy program for children ages birth through 2 years. Come join us for a story, songs, rhymes, bouncing, and fingerplays! We will use musical instruments, puppets, and other props to further children's early learning skills.
Sign up to read to our very special “read” dog!
Finnegan is trained to sit with children and listen to them read. This kind of support from lovable puppies
can foster your child’s self-confidence, build reading skills, and it’s just plain fun!
Choose a 15-minute time slot by clicking on the Register button below.
Because of greatly increased interest in this program, we ask that only children who are reading independently register. Call the library to inquire about time for our younger patrons who cannot read on their own. Thank you!
We will be watching and singing along to a popular musical. Bring along a griend and enjoy some popcorn while you watch. Registration is reuired. All Teens entering grades 6-12 in the fall are wlecome.
Contact the Teen Librarian for the movie title.
An engaging and interactive program developed for families with children ages 2 through 5.
We will use instruments, scarves, and other toys while we read, dance to music, and make some noise!
No registration required.
Enjoy age- and developmentally-appropriate stories, songs, movement activities and fingerplay
as we build your child's early literacy skills.
For children ages 2 and 3 years old with a favorite adult!
No registration required.
Our theme this week is: SCIENCE!
Do you have a talent that you'd love to
share with your friends and family? Sign up
to be an act in our talent show, and let's
rock the library together! Families are welcome.
Registration is required.
Join our Minecraft Club! You are not required to have your own Minecraft account to participate. This club is for all students in grades 6-12. Registration is required, space is limited. All club meetings will take place in the Computer Lab.
Just 4s and 5s!
A storytime with a little independence
Join us for some stories and a craft/activity.
Grownups remain outside our program room for this storytime.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
FOR CHILDREN AGES 4 AND 5 ONLY
Throughout the summer we will
host flicknics!! Families can bring a snack or
light dinner and watch a "flick"
with some friends. If you would like the
movie title for the night please give us a call.
A special storytime for our littlest patrons! Mother Goose on the Loose is an early literacy program for children ages birth through 2 years. Come join us for a story, songs, rhymes, bouncing, and fingerplays! We will use musical instruments, puppets, and other props to further children's early learning skills.
This week's theme is: IT'S SHOWTIME!
Bring along some friends and make your own Jazz Painting!
We'll spend the hours listening to jazz and free painting with friends. All supplies provided.
Each crafternoon will feature a different theme and craft.
Stop by anytime between the designated hours in our Room of Requirement.
Sign up to read to our very special “read” dog!
Finnegan is trained to sit with children and listen to them read. This kind of support from lovable puppies
can foster your child’s self-confidence, build reading skills, and it’s just plain fun!
Choose a 15-minute time slot by clicking on the Register button below.
Because of greatly increased interest in this program, we ask that only children who are reading independently register. Call the library to inquire about time for our younger patrons who cannot read on their own. Thank you!
An engaging and interactive program developed for families with children ages 2 through 5.
We will use instruments, scarves, and other toys while we read, dance to music, and make some noise!
No registration required.
Join us for a fun afternoon full of laughs! We will be testing out our acting skills with some hilarious improv games. All Teens entering grades 6-12 in the fall are welcome. Registration is required.
Enjoy age- and developmentally-appropriate stories, songs, movement activities and fingerplay
as we build your child's early literacy skills.
For children ages 2 and 3 years old with a favorite adult!
No registration required. Today's storytime will be held @ Assabet Park.
Our theme this week is: ON THE STAGE!
Throughout the summer we will
host flicknics!! Families can bring a snack or
light dinner and watch a "flick"
with some friends. If you would like the
movie title for the night please give us a call.
Join our Minecraft Club! You are not required to have your own Minecraft account to participate. This club is for all students in grades 6-12. Registration is required, space is limited. All club meetings will take place in the Computer Lab.
out! You choose the music, we provide
the fun. Families are welcome!
Come show off your dance moves as we celebrate the end of summer reading. We will be playing Just Dance and enjoying some pizza. This is the final Teen summer reading event of 2018. All Teens entering grades 6-12 in the fall are wlecome. Registration is reuired.
This week's theme is: FRIENDS ROCK!
Bring along some friends and make your own Friendship Bracelets!
Each crafternoon will feature a different theme and craft.
Stop by anytime between the designated hours in our Room of Requirement.
Enjoy age- and developmentally-appropriate stories, songs, movement activities and fingerplay
as we build your child's early literacy skills.
For children ages 2 and 3 years old with a favorite adult!
No registration required.
Our theme this week is: FRIENDS ROCK!
Celebrate your summer reading successes with
ice cream, friends & fun! This event will occur
after regular library hours. For kids that actively
participated in our Kids Rock! Summer Reading
Club. Registration is required.
This month we will be trying out some no-bake desert recipes. All materials will be provided. This program is for Teens in grades 6-12. Registration is required.
In this presentation, we ask: Are reptiles actually slimy? Are they cold blooded? What actually makes a reptile a reptile? Together we will answer these questions and many more while we become acquainted with some incredible animals from the Museum’s Live Animal Care Center. For children in grades K-5 with their grownup. Registration is required.
Sign up to read to our very special “read” dog!
Finnegan is trained to sit with children and listen to them read. This kind of support from lovable puppies
can foster your child’s self-confidence, build reading skills, and it’s just plain fun!
Choose a 15-minute time slot by clicking on the Register button below.
Because of greatly increased interest in this program, we ask that only children who are reading independently register. Call the library to inquire about time for our younger patrons who cannot read on their own. Thank you!
T.A.G. meets once a month to discuss all things Teen. T.A.G. plans Teen events and helps the Teen Librarian choose new materials for the Teen Room. Teens in grades 6-12 are welcome. No registration required. This event will be in the Meeting Room.
Sign up to read to our very special “read” dog!
Finnegan is trained to sit with children and listen to them read. This kind of support from lovable puppies
can foster your child’s self-confidence, build reading skills, and it’s just plain fun!
Choose a 15-minute time slot by clicking on the Register button below.
Because of greatly increased interest in this program, we ask that only children who are reading independently register. Call the library to inquire about time for our younger patrons who cannot read on their own. Thank you!
Sign up to read to our very special “read” dog!
Finnegan is trained to sit with children and listen to them read. This kind of support from lovable puppies
can foster your child’s self-confidence, build reading skills, and it’s just plain fun!
Choose a 15-minute time slot by clicking on the Register button below.
Because of greatly increased interest in this program, we ask that only children who are reading independently register. Call the library to inquire about time for our younger patrons who cannot read on their own. Thank you!
