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Tuesday October 15, 2024
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11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Preschool Playgroup: Fall Session 1

Preschool Playgroup Fall Session 1It's time for a whole lot of fun with Preschool Playgroup!  We will move, read, think, create, laugh and play together in this fun-filled, 45-minute playgroup for children ages 3+ and a caregiver.  One registration will hold your spot for all 7 weeks.  Space is limited but siblings are welcome.  Please call, email Miss Heidi or swing by the Children's Room if you have any questions.

CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Preschool Playgroup Fall Session 1It's time for a whole lot of fun with Preschool Playgroup!  We will move, read, think, create, laugh and play together in this fun-filled, 45-minute playgroup for children ages 3+ and a caregiver.  One registration will hold your spot for all 7 weeks.  Space is limited but siblings are welcome.  Please call, email Miss Heidi or swing by the Children's Room if you have any questions.

CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Wednesday October 16, 2024
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Registered Toddler Time

Registered Toddler Time

Join Miss Amy on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM this fall for a registered toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3.  Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Registered Toddler Time

Join Miss Amy on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM this fall for a registered toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3.  Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Lego Club

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT: Jonathan Gillis  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT:
  Jonathan Gillis
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Frankenstein in Film with Frank Mandosa

Come join us for this FREE movie talk by local film expert Frank Mandosa.    

"Since Mary Shelley's Gothic novel's publication in the early 19th century, her creation has graced stage, screen, and TV and become a permanent part of the fabric of the horror film. A look at different incarnations of the Creature, from Boris Karloff's unbeatable portrayal to parodies like The Munsters and Young Frankenstein, this presentation will get you in the Halloween spirit of fun and fright!"

CONTACT: Robert Goodale  7819822139  abref@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Come join us for this FREE movie talk by local film expert Frank Mandosa.    

"Since Mary Shelley's Gothic novel's publication in the early 19th century, her creation has graced stage, screen, and TV and become a permanent part of the fabric of the horror film. A look at different incarnations of the Creature, from Boris Karloff's unbeatable portrayal to parodies like The Munsters and Young Frankenstein, this presentation will get you in the Halloween spirit of fun and fright!"

CONTACT:
  Robert Goodale
  7819822139
   abref@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Thursday October 17, 2024
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11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Registered Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour returns on Thursday mornings at 11:15 this fall! Children ages 3-5, who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver, are invited to join Miss Amy for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" After we finish with our stories, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft. Registration is required and begins on September 4th. Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour returns on Thursday mornings at 11:15 this fall! Children ages 3-5, who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver, are invited to join Miss Amy for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" After we finish with our stories, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft. Registration is required and begins on September 4th. Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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6:30 PM
Adult Craft Night Watercolor Fall Leaves

Learn the basics of watercolor painting with an autumn twist! Whether you prefer to draw your own leaves or use our traceable templates, you'll enjoy watching the vibrant colors mingle and blend using the wet-on-wet technique. Perfect for beginners, this program wil ignite your creativity and you'll leave the class with beautiful fall-themed artwork.

Learn the basics of watercolor painting with an autumn twist! Whether you prefer to draw your own leaves or use our traceable templates, you'll enjoy watching the vibrant colors mingle and blend using the wet-on-wet technique. Perfect for beginners, this program wil ignite your creativity and you'll leave the class with beautiful fall-themed artwork.

Monday October 21, 2024
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Monday drop in toddler time at 10:30.

Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Monday drop in toddler time at 10:30.

Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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11:00 AM
Friends of the Library Meeting

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members are always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes.

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members are always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes.

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Cliffhanger Book Club

This month the Cliffhanger book club will be reading The Fourteenth Goldfish by Jennifer Holm. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Cliffhanger book club is a parent-child book club for kids in grades 4-5. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Abington Public Library

This month the Cliffhanger book club will be reading The Fourteenth Goldfish by Jennifer Holm. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Cliffhanger book club is a parent-child book club for kids in grades 4-5. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Abington Public Library

 
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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Board of Library Trustees Meeting

This is  the regular monthly public meeting of the Board of Library Trustees.  All are welcome.

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Wales Room

This is  the regular monthly public meeting of the Board of Library Trustees.  All are welcome.

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Wales Room

Tuesday October 22, 2024
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11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Preschool Playgroup: Fall Session 1

Preschool Playgroup Fall Session 1It's time for a whole lot of fun with Preschool Playgroup!  We will move, read, think, create, laugh and play together in this fun-filled, 45-minute playgroup for children ages 3+ and a caregiver.  One registration will hold your spot for all 7 weeks.  Space is limited but siblings are welcome.  Please call, email Miss Heidi or swing by the Children's Room if you have any questions.

CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Preschool Playgroup Fall Session 1It's time for a whole lot of fun with Preschool Playgroup!  We will move, read, think, create, laugh and play together in this fun-filled, 45-minute playgroup for children ages 3+ and a caregiver.  One registration will hold your spot for all 7 weeks.  Space is limited but siblings are welcome.  Please call, email Miss Heidi or swing by the Children's Room if you have any questions.

CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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7:00 PM
Native Authors Book Club

Welcome to the Native Authors Book Club. We will be discussing Night of the Living Rez by Morgan Talty. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Patricia Pflaumer.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Copeland Room.

 Email ablib@ocln.org for any questions

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Welcome to the Native Authors Book Club. We will be discussing Night of the Living Rez by Morgan Talty. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Patricia Pflaumer.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Copeland Room.

 Email ablib@ocln.org for any questions

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday October 23, 2024
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Registered Toddler Time

Registered Toddler Time

Join Miss Amy on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM this fall for a registered toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3.  Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Registered Toddler Time

Join Miss Amy on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM this fall for a registered toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3.  Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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3:45 PM - 4:30 PM
Halloween Crafternoon

Join Miss Amy and Miss Sandy for a Halloween Crafternoon! We'll begin with a not-so-spooky story or two, and then we'll head to the craft tables and begin making our toilet paper mummies. This program is for kids in kindergarten and up. Registration is required and begins on Wednesday, October 9th. Our crafternoon programs are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Abington Public Library

Join Miss Amy and Miss Sandy for a Halloween Crafternoon! We'll begin with a not-so-spooky story or two, and then we'll head to the craft tables and begin making our toilet paper mummies. This program is for kids in kindergarten and up. Registration is required and begins on Wednesday, October 9th. Our crafternoon programs are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Abington Public Library

 
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7:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Nonfiction Book club

Non Fiction Book Club will be discussing The Innocent Man: Murder and Injustice in a Small Town by John Grisham. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Deborah Grimmett.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Email ablib@ocln.org if you are new to the group. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Wales Room.

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Wales Room

Non Fiction Book Club will be discussing The Innocent Man: Murder and Injustice in a Small Town by John Grisham. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Deborah Grimmett.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Email ablib@ocln.org if you are new to the group. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Wales Room.

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Wales Room

Thursday October 24, 2024
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11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Registered Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour returns on Thursday mornings at 11:15 this fall! Children ages 3-5, who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver, are invited to join Miss Amy for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" After we finish with our stories, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft. Registration is required and begins on September 4th. Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour returns on Thursday mornings at 11:15 this fall! Children ages 3-5, who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver, are invited to join Miss Amy for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" After we finish with our stories, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft. Registration is required and begins on September 4th. Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Drop-In Device Advice

Come see our Reference Librarian for Device Advice!

 

This can include:

  • Getting started using your Device
  • Learning about Library-related apps, such as Hoopla, Libby and Kanopy
  • Learn how to navigate library databases and resources.

If you are unable to come in, please make an appointment with abref@ocln.org for assistance.

CONTACT: Robert Goodale  7819822139  abref@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Come see our Reference Librarian for Device Advice!

 

This can include:

  • Getting started using your Device
  • Learning about Library-related apps, such as Hoopla, Libby and Kanopy
  • Learn how to navigate library databases and resources.

If you are unable to come in, please make an appointment with abref@ocln.org for assistance.

CONTACT:
  Robert Goodale
  7819822139
   abref@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Family LEGO Night

It doesn't matter if you are 8 or 80.  There is something magical and freeing about snapping those Lego bricks together to create something new, so cast your work and worries aside for an hour and join us for some building time. We will also have some larger Duplo blocks available for our younger friends who might not be Lego-ready yet.  Families and family-like groups of ALL ages are welcome to attend.  Challenge a neighbor!  Bring a friend!  Declare a Lego War!    

 

(This is not just for children but all children must be accompanied by an adult.)  
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

It doesn't matter if you are 8 or 80.  There is something magical and freeing about snapping those Lego bricks together to create something new, so cast your work and worries aside for an hour and join us for some building time. We will also have some larger Duplo blocks available for our younger friends who might not be Lego-ready yet.  Families and family-like groups of ALL ages are welcome to attend.  Challenge a neighbor!  Bring a friend!  Declare a Lego War!    

 

(This is not just for children but all children must be accompanied by an adult.)  
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Saturday October 26, 2024
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2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Saturday Book Club

Abington Public Library is starting a new Saturday Book Club!  We will be meeting once a month.  The discussion will be facilitated by our Reference Librarian Robert Goodale.  This month's selection will be Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez.  This title is available at the library, and may also be available on Hoopla or Libby.  Please reach out to abref@ocln.org if you have any questions.  

CONTACT: Robert Goodale  7819822139  abref@ocln.org
LOCATION: Wales Room

Abington Public Library is starting a new Saturday Book Club!  We will be meeting once a month.  The discussion will be facilitated by our Reference Librarian Robert Goodale.  This month's selection will be Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez.  This title is available at the library, and may also be available on Hoopla or Libby.  Please reach out to abref@ocln.org if you have any questions.  

CONTACT:
  Robert Goodale
  7819822139
   abref@ocln.org

LOCATION: Wales Room

Monday October 28, 2024
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Monday drop in toddler time at 10:30.

Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Monday drop in toddler time at 10:30.

Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Twixt Book Club

This month the Twixt book club will be reading Ghost by Jason Reynolds. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Twixt is a book club geared towards middle school students in grades 6-8. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

This month the Twixt book club will be reading Ghost by Jason Reynolds. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Twixt is a book club geared towards middle school students in grades 6-8. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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7:00 PM
APL Tests Cookbooks: A Book and Food Club

We may meet at night, but this month we are cooking for BRUNCH. We will still be meeting in the Copeland Room,to socialize, taste and talk about the recipes.
Share the name of your recipe, book and page helps, with Linda; you can email it to abadultprogram@ocln.org. 
We will compile a list of the recipes for reference. Be prepared to discuss informally what you liked
or did not like about the recipe.

CONTACT: Linda Sampson  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

We may meet at night, but this month we are cooking for BRUNCH. We will still be meeting in the Copeland Room,to socialize, taste and talk about the recipes.
Share the name of your recipe, book and page helps, with Linda; you can email it to abadultprogram@ocln.org. 
We will compile a list of the recipes for reference. Be prepared to discuss informally what you liked
or did not like about the recipe.

CONTACT:
  Linda Sampson
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Tuesday October 29, 2024
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11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Preschool Playgroup: Fall Session 1

Preschool Playgroup Fall Session 1It's time for a whole lot of fun with Preschool Playgroup!  We will move, read, think, create, laugh and play together in this fun-filled, 45-minute playgroup for children ages 3+ and a caregiver.  One registration will hold your spot for all 7 weeks.  Space is limited but siblings are welcome.  Please call, email Miss Heidi or swing by the Children's Room if you have any questions.

CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Preschool Playgroup Fall Session 1It's time for a whole lot of fun with Preschool Playgroup!  We will move, read, think, create, laugh and play together in this fun-filled, 45-minute playgroup for children ages 3+ and a caregiver.  One registration will hold your spot for all 7 weeks.  Space is limited but siblings are welcome.  Please call, email Miss Heidi or swing by the Children's Room if you have any questions.

CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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5:45 PM - 8:00 PM
Library Movie Night

 

We will pop some popcorn and move some comfy chairs. You just need to stop on by and enjoy the movie.  The selection for this week will be "Top Gun Maverick"  This title is rated PG-13.

 

CONTACT: Robert Goodale  7819822139  abref@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

 

We will pop some popcorn and move some comfy chairs. You just need to stop on by and enjoy the movie.  The selection for this week will be "Top Gun Maverick"  This title is rated PG-13.

 

CONTACT:
  Robert Goodale
  7819822139
   abref@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday October 30, 2024
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Registered Toddler Time

Registered Toddler Time

Join Miss Amy on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM this fall for a registered toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3.  Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Registered Toddler Time

Join Miss Amy on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM this fall for a registered toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3.  Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Thursday October 31, 2024
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11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Registered Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour returns on Thursday mornings at 11:15 this fall! Children ages 3-5, who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver, are invited to join Miss Amy for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" After we finish with our stories, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft. Registration is required and begins on September 4th. Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour returns on Thursday mornings at 11:15 this fall! Children ages 3-5, who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver, are invited to join Miss Amy for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" After we finish with our stories, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft. Registration is required and begins on September 4th. Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Monday November 4, 2024
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Monday drop in toddler time at 10:30.

Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Monday drop in toddler time at 10:30.

Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Little Bee Yoga

Children ages 3-5 and their adults are invited to a kid-friendly yoga class! Christine Walker from the Little Bee Yoga Company will be at the library to run a 45-minutes yoga class geared towards our youngest library users. This class will incorporate cardio conditioning, fun music, stories, and teach children the benefits of traditional yoga: meditation, breathing techniques, peace and relaxation. Services provided by a certified and insured Children’s Yoga instructor. All participants will need to bring a yoga mat/towel and to wear comfy clothes! Registration is required and begins on October 21st. This program is funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Children ages 3-5 and their adults are invited to a kid-friendly yoga class! Christine Walker from the Little Bee Yoga Company will be at the library to run a 45-minutes yoga class geared towards our youngest library users. This class will incorporate cardio conditioning, fun music, stories, and teach children the benefits of traditional yoga: meditation, breathing techniques, peace and relaxation. Services provided by a certified and insured Children’s Yoga instructor. All participants will need to bring a yoga mat/towel and to wear comfy clothes! Registration is required and begins on October 21st. This program is funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Jr. Cliff Book Club

This month the Jr. Cliffhanger book club will be reading Yours Sincerely, Giraffe by Megumi Iwasa. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Jr. Cliffhanger is a parent-child book club for kids in grades 1-3. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

This month the Jr. Cliffhanger book club will be reading Yours Sincerely, Giraffe by Megumi Iwasa. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Jr. Cliffhanger is a parent-child book club for kids in grades 1-3. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Tuesday November 5, 2024
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Teen Advisory Board

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday November 6, 2024
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Registered Toddler Time

Registered Toddler Time

Join Miss Amy on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM this fall for a registered toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3.  Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Registered Toddler Time

Join Miss Amy on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM this fall for a registered toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3.  Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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7:00 PM
Popular Fiction Book Club - Virtual Zoom

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list.

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list.

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Thursday November 7, 2024
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11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Registered Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour returns on Thursday mornings at 11:15 this fall! Children ages 3-5, who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver, are invited to join Miss Amy for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" After we finish with our stories, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft. Registration is required and begins on September 4th. Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour returns on Thursday mornings at 11:15 this fall! Children ages 3-5, who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver, are invited to join Miss Amy for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" After we finish with our stories, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft. Registration is required and begins on September 4th. Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Tuesday November 12, 2024
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Teen Book Club

This month the teen book club will be reading Give Me a Sign by Anna Sortino. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk.  Our teen book club is geared towards teens in grades 9-12. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

This month the teen book club will be reading Give Me a Sign by Anna Sortino. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk.  Our teen book club is geared towards teens in grades 9-12. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Wednesday November 13, 2024
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Registered Toddler Time

Registered Toddler Time

Join Miss Amy on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM this fall for a registered toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3.  Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Registered Toddler Time

Join Miss Amy on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM this fall for a registered toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3.  Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Lego Club

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT: Jonathan Gillis  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT:
  Jonathan Gillis
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Thursday November 14, 2024
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11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Registered Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour returns on Thursday mornings at 11:15 this fall! Children ages 3-5, who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver, are invited to join Miss Amy for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" After we finish with our stories, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft. Registration is required and begins on September 4th. Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour returns on Thursday mornings at 11:15 this fall! Children ages 3-5, who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver, are invited to join Miss Amy for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" After we finish with our stories, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft. Registration is required and begins on September 4th. Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Monday November 18, 2024
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Monday drop in toddler time at 10:30.

Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Monday drop in toddler time at 10:30.

Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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11:00 AM
Friends of the Library Meeting

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members are always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes.

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members are always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes.

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Cliffhanger Book Club

This month the Cliffhanger book club will be reading El Deafo by Cece Bell. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Cliffhanger book club is a parent-child book club for kids in grades 4-5. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Abington Public Library

This month the Cliffhanger book club will be reading El Deafo by Cece Bell. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Cliffhanger book club is a parent-child book club for kids in grades 4-5. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Abington Public Library

Tuesday November 19, 2024
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4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Collectibles Appraisal Event

Rick Keller, from Perfect Pastime 617, is offering a community-wide collectibles appraisal event. So gather up all your Pokémon/sports cards/memorabilia, coins, video games/consoles, comics, broken and fine jewelry, sterling silver, etc. to see if you have treasure or trash!

Rick is a native of Foxborough who has been involved in the industry for close to two decades.  He has generously donated some of his time to share his valuable knowledge with all who listen. 

Ten-minute time slot registration required beforehand is required. Registrants will need to supply photos well before the event on what they plan on bringing in.  Please fill out the Google Doc Below.

 

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Z6gXkUPMJ1xdBxrUKvQSFSPRb7VbAkw_CF5xOx42b84/edit?usp=sharing

 

If you need any assistance filling out the form please contact our Reference Librarian at abref@ocln.org or at 781-982-2139.

CONTACT: Robert Goodale  7819822139  abref@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Rick Keller, from Perfect Pastime 617, is offering a community-wide collectibles appraisal event. So gather up all your Pokémon/sports cards/memorabilia, coins, video games/consoles, comics, broken and fine jewelry, sterling silver, etc. to see if you have treasure or trash!

Rick is a native of Foxborough who has been involved in the industry for close to two decades.  He has generously donated some of his time to share his valuable knowledge with all who listen. 

Ten-minute time slot registration required beforehand is required. Registrants will need to supply photos well before the event on what they plan on bringing in.  Please fill out the Google Doc Below.

 

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Z6gXkUPMJ1xdBxrUKvQSFSPRb7VbAkw_CF5xOx42b84/edit?usp=sharing

 

If you need any assistance filling out the form please contact our Reference Librarian at abref@ocln.org or at 781-982-2139.

CONTACT:
  Robert Goodale
  7819822139
   abref@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday November 20, 2024
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Registered Toddler Time

Registered Toddler Time

Join Miss Amy on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM this fall for a registered toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3.  Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Registered Toddler Time

Join Miss Amy on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM this fall for a registered toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3.  Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Thursday November 21, 2024
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11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Registered Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour returns on Thursday mornings at 11:15 this fall! Children ages 3-5, who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver, are invited to join Miss Amy for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" After we finish with our stories, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft. Registration is required and begins on September 4th. Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Preschool Story Hour

Preschool Story Hour returns on Thursday mornings at 11:15 this fall! Children ages 3-5, who are able to separate from their parent/caregiver, are invited to join Miss Amy for 30 minutes of longer stories, rhymes, songs, and the chance to "Go Bananas!" After we finish with our stories, the grownups are invited into the story room to help with the day's craft. Registration is required and begins on September 4th. Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire ten-week session. Our story hours are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Family LEGO Night

It doesn't matter if you are 8 or 80.  There is something magical and freeing about snapping those Lego bricks together to create something new, so cast your work and worries aside for an hour and join us for some building time. We will also have some larger Duplo blocks available for our younger friends who might not be Lego-ready yet.  Families and family-like groups of ALL ages are welcome to attend.  Challenge a neighbor!  Bring a friend!  Declare a Lego War!    

 

(This is not just for children but all children must be accompanied by an adult.)  
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

It doesn't matter if you are 8 or 80.  There is something magical and freeing about snapping those Lego bricks together to create something new, so cast your work and worries aside for an hour and join us for some building time. We will also have some larger Duplo blocks available for our younger friends who might not be Lego-ready yet.  Families and family-like groups of ALL ages are welcome to attend.  Challenge a neighbor!  Bring a friend!  Declare a Lego War!    

 

(This is not just for children but all children must be accompanied by an adult.)  
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday November 25, 2024
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Monday drop in toddler time at 10:30.

Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Monday drop in toddler time at 10:30.

Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Twixt Book Club

This month the Twixt book club will be reading New Kid by Jerry Craft. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Twixt is a book club geared towards middle school students in grades 6-8. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

This month the Twixt book club will be reading New Kid by Jerry Craft. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Twixt is a book club geared towards middle school students in grades 6-8. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Tuesday November 26, 2024
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7:00 PM
Native Authors Book Club

Welcome to the Native Authors Book Club. We will be discussing Crazy Brave by Joy Harjo. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Patricia Pflaumer.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Copeland Room.

 Email ablib@ocln.org for any questions

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Welcome to the Native Authors Book Club. We will be discussing Crazy Brave by Joy Harjo. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Patricia Pflaumer.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Copeland Room.

 Email ablib@ocln.org for any questions

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday December 2, 2024
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Monday drop in toddler time at 10:30.

Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Monday drop in toddler time at 10:30.

Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

 
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1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Little Bee Yoga

Children ages 3-5 and their adults are invited to a kid-friendly yoga class! Christine Walker from the Little Bee Yoga Company will be at the library to run a 45-minutes yoga class geared towards our youngest library users. This class will incorporate cardio conditioning, fun music, stories, and teach children the benefits of traditional yoga: meditation, breathing techniques, peace and relaxation. Services provided by a certified and insured Children’s Yoga instructor. All participants will need to bring a yoga mat/towel and to wear comfy clothes! Registration is required and begins on November 18th. This program is funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Children ages 3-5 and their adults are invited to a kid-friendly yoga class! Christine Walker from the Little Bee Yoga Company will be at the library to run a 45-minutes yoga class geared towards our youngest library users. This class will incorporate cardio conditioning, fun music, stories, and teach children the benefits of traditional yoga: meditation, breathing techniques, peace and relaxation. Services provided by a certified and insured Children’s Yoga instructor. All participants will need to bring a yoga mat/towel and to wear comfy clothes! Registration is required and begins on November 18th. This program is funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Tuesday December 3, 2024
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Teen Advisory Board

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday December 4, 2024
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7:00 PM
Popular Fiction Book Club - Virtual Zoom

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading West with Giraffes Lynda Rutledge and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list.

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading West with Giraffes Lynda Rutledge and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list.

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday December 9, 2024
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Monday drop in toddler time at 10:30.

Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Monday drop in toddler time at 10:30.

Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Wednesday December 11, 2024
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Lego Club

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT: Jonathan Gillis  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT:
  Jonathan Gillis
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday December 16, 2024
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Drop-in Toddler Time

Monday drop in toddler time at 10:30.

Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Monday drop in toddler time at 10:30.

Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Thursday December 19, 2024
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Family LEGO Night

It doesn't matter if you are 8 or 80.  There is something magical and freeing about snapping those Lego bricks together to create something new, so cast your work and worries aside for an hour and join us for some building time. We will also have some larger Duplo blocks available for our younger friends who might not be Lego-ready yet.  Families and family-like groups of ALL ages are welcome to attend.  Challenge a neighbor!  Bring a friend!  Declare a Lego War!    

 

(This is not just for children but all children must be accompanied by an adult.)  
CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez  781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

It doesn't matter if you are 8 or 80.  There is something magical and freeing about snapping those Lego bricks together to create something new, so cast your work and worries aside for an hour and join us for some building time. We will also have some larger Duplo blocks available for our younger friends who might not be Lego-ready yet.  Families and family-like groups of ALL ages are welcome to attend.  Challenge a neighbor!  Bring a friend!  Declare a Lego War!    

 

(This is not just for children but all children must be accompanied by an adult.)  
CONTACT:
  Heidi Hernandez
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday January 6, 2025
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11:00 AM
Friends of the Library Meeting

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members are always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes.

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members are always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes.

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Jr. Cliff Book Club

This month the Jr. Cliffhanger book club will be reading Dory Fantasmagory by Abby Hanlon. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Jr. Cliffhanger is a parent-child book club for kids in grades 1-3. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

This month the Jr. Cliffhanger book club will be reading Dory Fantasmagory by Abby Hanlon. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Jr. Cliffhanger is a parent-child book club for kids in grades 1-3. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Tuesday January 7, 2025
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Teen Advisory Board

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday January 8, 2025
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7:00 PM
Popular Fiction Book Club - Virtual Zoom

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading Reckless Girls by Rachel Hawkins and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list.

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading Reckless Girls by Rachel Hawkins and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list.

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday January 13, 2025
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Cliffhanger Book Club

This month the Cliffhanger book club will be reading The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznik. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Cliffhanger book club is a parent-child book club for kids in grades 4-5. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

This month the Cliffhanger book club will be reading The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznik. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Cliffhanger book club is a parent-child book club for kids in grades 4-5. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Tuesday January 21, 2025
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7:00 PM
Native Authors Book Club

Welcome to the Native Authors Book Club. We will be discussing Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Patricia Pflaumer.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Copeland Room.

 Email ablib@ocln.org for any questions

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Welcome to the Native Authors Book Club. We will be discussing Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Patricia Pflaumer.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Copeland Room.

 Email ablib@ocln.org for any questions

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday January 22, 2025
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Lego Club

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT: Jonathan Gillis  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT:
  Jonathan Gillis
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday January 27, 2025
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Twixt Book Club

This month the Twixt book club will be reading Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus by Dusti Bowling. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Twixt is a book club geared towards middle school students in grades 6-8. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

This month the Twixt book club will be reading Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus by Dusti Bowling. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Twixt is a book club geared towards middle school students in grades 6-8. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Monday February 3, 2025
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11:00 AM
Friends of the Library Meeting

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members are always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes.

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members are always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes.

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

 
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Jr. Cliff Book Club

This month the Jr. Cliffhanger book club will be reading The Chocolate Touch by Patrick Skene Catling. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Jr. Cliffhanger is a parent-child book club for kids in grades 1-3. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

This month the Jr. Cliffhanger book club will be reading The Chocolate Touch by Patrick Skene Catling. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Jr. Cliffhanger is a parent-child book club for kids in grades 1-3. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Tuesday February 4, 2025
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Teen Advisory Board

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday February 5, 2025
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7:00 PM
Popular Fiction Book Club - Virtual Zoom

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading The House on Biscayne Bay by Chanel Cleeton and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list.

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading The House on Biscayne Bay by Chanel Cleeton and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list.

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday February 10, 2025
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Cliffhanger Book Club

This month the Cliffhanger book club will be reading Flora and Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Cliffhanger book club is a parent-child book club for kids in grades 4-5. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

This month the Cliffhanger book club will be reading Flora and Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Cliffhanger book club is a parent-child book club for kids in grades 4-5. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Wednesday February 19, 2025
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Lego Club

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT: Jonathan Gillis  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT:
  Jonathan Gillis
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday February 24, 2025
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Twixt Book Club

This month the Twixt book club will be reading Linked by Gordon Koreman. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Twixt is a book club geared towards middle school students in grades 6-8. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

This month the Twixt book club will be reading Linked by Gordon Koreman. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Twixt is a book club geared towards middle school students in grades 6-8. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information!

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Anderson Story Room

Tuesday February 25, 2025
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7:00 PM
Native Authors Book Club

Welcome to the Native Authors Book Club. We will be discussing The Sentence by Louise Erdrich. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Patricia Pflaumer.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Copeland Room.

 Email ablib@ocln.org for any questions

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Welcome to the Native Authors Book Club. We will be discussing The Sentence by Louise Erdrich. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Patricia Pflaumer.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Copeland Room.

 Email ablib@ocln.org for any questions

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday March 3, 2025
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11:00 AM
Friends of the Library Meeting

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members are always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes.

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members are always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes.

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Tuesday March 4, 2025
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Teen Advisory Board

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday March 5, 2025
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7:00 PM
Popular Fiction Book Club - Virtual Zoom

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list.

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list.

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday March 12, 2025
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Lego Club

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT: Jonathan Gillis  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT:
  Jonathan Gillis
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Tuesday March 25, 2025
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7:00 PM
Native Authors Book Club

Welcome to the Native Authors Book Club. We will be discussing The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Patricia Pflaumer.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Copeland Room.

 Email ablib@ocln.org for any questions

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Welcome to the Native Authors Book Club. We will be discussing The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Patricia Pflaumer.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Copeland Room.

 Email ablib@ocln.org for any questions

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Tuesday April 1, 2025
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Teen Advisory Board

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday April 2, 2025
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7:00 PM
Popular Fiction Book Club - Virtual Zoom

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list.

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list.

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday April 7, 2025
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11:00 AM
Friends of the Library Meeting

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members are always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes.

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members are always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes.

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday April 23, 2025
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Lego Club

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT: Jonathan Gillis  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT:
  Jonathan Gillis
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Tuesday April 29, 2025
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7:00 PM
Native Authors Book Club

Welcome to the Native Authors Book Club. We will be discussing The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Patricia Pflaumer.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Copeland Room.

 Email ablib@ocln.org for any questions

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Welcome to the Native Authors Book Club. We will be discussing The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Patricia Pflaumer.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Copeland Room.

 Email ablib@ocln.org for any questions

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Tuesday May 6, 2025
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Teen Advisory Board

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday May 7, 2025
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7:00 PM
Popular Fiction Book Club - Virtual Zoom

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list.

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Popular Fiction Book Club will be reading Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera and discussing it virtually from Deb's Den. Copies are available in print here at the library, and may be available as well on Libby. Give us a call a 781-982-2139 or visit us inside during our open hours. If you are new to the group and would like to get a Zoom invitation email ablib@ocln.org and we will get you on the list.

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday May 14, 2025
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Lego Club

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT: Jonathan Gillis  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT:
  Jonathan Gillis
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Monday May 19, 2025
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11:00 AM
Friends of the Library Meeting

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members are always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes.

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library.  New members are always welcome.  The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes.

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Tuesday May 27, 2025
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7:00 PM
Native Authors Book Club

Welcome to the Native Authors Book Club. We will be discussing Five little Indians by Michelle Good. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Patricia Pflaumer.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Copeland Room.

 Email ablib@ocln.org for any questions

CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Welcome to the Native Authors Book Club. We will be discussing Five little Indians by Michelle Good. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Patricia Pflaumer.  Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Copeland Room.

 Email ablib@ocln.org for any questions

CONTACT:
  Deborah Grimmett
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Tuesday June 3, 2025
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Teen Advisory Board

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT: Amy Matejka   781-982-2139  abchildrens@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library.

CONTACT:
  Amy Matejka 
  781.982.2139
   abchildrens@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room

Wednesday June 11, 2025
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Lego Club

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT: Jonathan Gillis  781-982-2139  ablib@ocln.org
LOCATION: Copeland Room

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in K  and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for a half hour of creativity and building. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to reserve a spot. Pre-registration is not required.

 

CONTACT:
  Jonathan Gillis
  781.982.2139
   ablib@ocln.org

LOCATION: Copeland Room


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