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Friday, January 1Library Closed
Monday, December 28All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual JiggleMan Show
Join the library with JiggleMan, a jumping, juggling dynamo who is an unbeatable kid magnet. He’s appeared seven times on The Late Show with David Letterman; has performed over 2000 shows worldwide at schools, libraries, summer shows, fun festivals, boardrooms lacking humor and family friendly packed living rooms.…Learn More
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn More2
Monday, December 28All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual JiggleMan Show
Join the library with JiggleMan, a jumping, juggling dynamo who is an unbeatable kid magnet. He’s appeared seven times on The Late Show with David Letterman; has performed over 2000 shows worldwide at schools, libraries, summer shows, fun festivals, boardrooms lacking humor and family friendly packed living rooms.…Learn More
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn More3
Sunday, January 3Library Closed
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn More4
Monday, January 4All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - Take and Make STEAM Craft Pick-up Biomes
Due to low registration numbers, this kit has been rescheduled for February. Have a Happy New Year!Bored? Look no further! Come pick up a STEAM take-and-make craft bag from the library! I'm all on biome here! We'll be looking into biomes and keystone species and make our own fun biomes with what you've learned! Just register online to reserve your slot (one per family please).…Learn MoreFriday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn More5
Monday, January 4All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - Take and Make STEAM Craft Pick-up Biomes
Due to low registration numbers, this kit has been rescheduled for February. Have a Happy New Year!Bored? Look no further! Come pick up a STEAM take-and-make craft bag from the library! I'm all on biome here! We'll be looking into biomes and keystone species and make our own fun biomes with what you've learned! Just register online to reserve your slot (one per family please).…Learn MoreFriday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn More6
Monday, January 4All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - Take and Make STEAM Craft Pick-up Biomes
Due to low registration numbers, this kit has been rescheduled for February. Have a Happy New Year!Bored? Look no further! Come pick up a STEAM take-and-make craft bag from the library! I'm all on biome here! We'll be looking into biomes and keystone species and make our own fun biomes with what you've learned! Just register online to reserve your slot (one per family please).…Learn MoreFriday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 610:00—10:45 AMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Make Music with Stacey Peasley
Make Music with Stacey Peasley. For ages 2 to 5.Wednesday, January 63:00—3:45 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Lego Club
On Wednesdays at 3pm, log on to visit virtually with librarians and friends while building with your Lego bricks at home! We will be connecting via Zoom for this virtual Lego Club meeting and show us and other participants what you've built! You provide the legos, we provide the space! Zoom link will be sent a day or two before the event.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 63:30—4:30 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tween Craft and Chat Hour Virtual Program (Ages 10 - 12)!
Tweens ages 10 - 12 are invited to join Young Adult Librarian Erin in a safe space online for an hour of crafting fun. This craft and chat session is just that. .. bring what ever crafts you'd like and work on them with friends virtually while chatting and unwinding.…Learn More7
Monday, January 4All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - Take and Make STEAM Craft Pick-up Biomes
Due to low registration numbers, this kit has been rescheduled for February. Have a Happy New Year!Bored? Look no further! Come pick up a STEAM take-and-make craft bag from the library! I'm all on biome here! We'll be looking into biomes and keystone species and make our own fun biomes with what you've learned! Just register online to reserve your slot (one per family please).…Learn MoreFriday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreThursday, January 77:30—9:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual Craft and Chat Evening for Teens and Adults, Ages 15 +
Hey friends! Teens and Adults (Ages 15 and up) are invited to join Young Adult Librarian Erin in a safe space online for an hour and a half of crafting fun and socialization! This craft and chat session is just that. .. bring what ever crafts you'd like and work on them with friends virtually while chatting and unwinding.…Learn More8
Monday, January 4All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - Take and Make STEAM Craft Pick-up Biomes
Due to low registration numbers, this kit has been rescheduled for February. Have a Happy New Year!Bored? Look no further! Come pick up a STEAM take-and-make craft bag from the library! I'm all on biome here! We'll be looking into biomes and keystone species and make our own fun biomes with what you've learned! Just register online to reserve your slot (one per family please).…Learn MoreFriday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreFriday, January 82:30—4:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Young Adult Librarian Virtual Office Hours
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For those library users who are between the ages of 10 and 18 . .. are you looking for some advice on what to read next? Need some help with a school assignment? Have no idea when the library is even open or what services are still provided? Looking for help with a Database? Wondering how to request something online to be able to read on a Kindle/IPad/your phone/another device using Libby or Overdrive or Hoopla or Sora? Looking to request some craft materials but don't quite know what you'd like? Any other questions?Join our Young Adult Librarian for a one on one help session via Zoom! Registration required to receive Zoom link information.…Learn More9
Monday, January 4All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - Take and Make STEAM Craft Pick-up Biomes
Due to low registration numbers, this kit has been rescheduled for February. Have a Happy New Year!Bored? Look no further! Come pick up a STEAM take-and-make craft bag from the library! I'm all on biome here! We'll be looking into biomes and keystone species and make our own fun biomes with what you've learned! Just register online to reserve your slot (one per family please).…Learn MoreFriday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreSaturday, January 910:00—10:30 AMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Yoga for Kids with Lyn Jekowsky
A 30 minute set of yoga designed for young children and their families. All levels welcome, no experience necessary! Ages 5+Questions? Please call the children's department at (781)-455-7559 ext 507 or email neechild @minlib. net10
Sunday, January 10Library Closed
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn More11
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreMonday, January 11All DayOutsideNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Make and Take : CD Mandalas and Other Window Decorations (For ages 12+)
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The Young Adult Librarian has been busy putting together bags of colorful fun for you to make something out of. .. just in time for the winter blues. Register for this program to bring home a bag for yourself to be completed on your own time :)Are you 12 or older? Interested in brightening up a room? Sign up for a CD Mandala and other Window Decorations Craft Kit!Registration is limited to the first 20 at the moment, each participant will need to sign up individually for a kit.…Learn MoreMonday, January 112:00—4:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual Reference Office Hours at the NFPL
Virtual Reference Office Hours- Starting in January 2021!
Are you looking for some advice on what to read next? Need some help figuring out Overdrive/Libby/Hoopla or any one of our other online resources or databases? Any other questions? Our Reference Librarians are here to help! Join us on Monday afternoons from 2-4 PM on Zoom for our biweekly Reference Office Hours!
Please note: all conversations will be held one at a time, so you may be in our waiting room for a bit as we help each patron individually.…Learn MoreMonday, January 112:30—4:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Young Adult Librarian Virtual Office Hours
For those library users who are between the ages of 10 and 18 . .. are you looking for some advice on what to read next? Need some help with a school assignment? Have no idea when the library is even open or what services are still provided? Looking for help with a Database? Wondering how to request something online to be able to read on a Kindle/IPad/your phone/another device using Libby or Overdrive or Hoopla or Sora? Looking to request some craft materials but don't quite know what you'd like? Any other questions?Join our Young Adult Librarian for a one on one help session via Zoom! Registration required to receive Zoom link information.…Learn MoreMonday, January 114:00—5:30 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Needham Young Coders
Needham Young Coders will offer free virtual lessons, exploring basic computer science concepts as well as introductory coding in the programming language, Java. These classes will be open to students in grades 3-6. No prior experience is necessary! Lessons will take place on Mondays: January 11 January 25 February 1 February 8February 22.…Learn More12
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreMonday, January 11All DayOutsideNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Make and Take : CD Mandalas and Other Window Decorations (For ages 12+)
The Young Adult Librarian has been busy putting together bags of colorful fun for you to make something out of. .. just in time for the winter blues. Register for this program to bring home a bag for yourself to be completed on your own time :)Are you 12 or older? Interested in brightening up a room? Sign up for a CD Mandala and other Window Decorations Craft Kit!Registration is limited to the first 20 at the moment, each participant will need to sign up individually for a kit.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 123:00—3:20 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker the Dog
Popular Needham Library Trained Therapy Reading Dog is meeting virtually with young readers. Sign up for a 15 minute one-on-one Zoom session with Tucker. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Registration closes at 9 pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets a link.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 123:20—3:40 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker the Dog
Popular Needham Library Trained Therapy Reading Dog is meeting virtually with young readers. Sign up for a 15 minute one-on-one Zoom session with Tucker. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Registration closes at 9 pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets a link.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 123:40—4:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker the Dog
Popular Needham Library Trained Therapy Reading Dog is meeting virtually with young readers. Sign up for a 15 minute one-on-one Zoom session with Tucker. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Registration closes at 9 pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets a link.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 124:00—4:20 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker the Dog
Popular Needham Library Trained Therapy Reading Dog is meeting virtually with young readers. Sign up for a 15 minute one-on-one Zoom session with Tucker. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Registration closes at 9 pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets a link.…Learn More13
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreMonday, January 11All DayOutsideNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Make and Take : CD Mandalas and Other Window Decorations (For ages 12+)
The Young Adult Librarian has been busy putting together bags of colorful fun for you to make something out of. .. just in time for the winter blues. Register for this program to bring home a bag for yourself to be completed on your own time :)Are you 12 or older? Interested in brightening up a room? Sign up for a CD Mandala and other Window Decorations Craft Kit!Registration is limited to the first 20 at the moment, each participant will need to sign up individually for a kit.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 1310:00—10:45 AMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Preschool Palooza
Join librarian Elise for 45 minutes of songs, stories and movement!Registration closes at 9pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets the materials. If you are interested in a take and make bag after registration has closed, please call the children's department at (781)-455-7559 ext 507 or email the children's department and we can see if we have extra bags available.…Learn More
Wednesday, January 133:00—3:45 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Lego Club
On Wednesdays at 3pm, log on to visit virtually with librarians and friends while building with your Lego bricks at home! We will be connecting via Zoom for this virtual Lego Club meeting and show us and other participants what you've built! You provide the legos, we provide the space! Zoom link will be sent a day or two before the event.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 133:30—4:30 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tween Craft and Chat Hour Virtual Program (Ages 10 - 12)!
Tweens ages 10 - 12 are invited to join Young Adult Librarian Erin in a safe space online for an hour of crafting fun. This craft and chat session is just that. .. bring what ever crafts you'd like and work on them with friends virtually while chatting and unwinding.…Learn More14
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreMonday, January 11All DayOutsideNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Make and Take : CD Mandalas and Other Window Decorations (For ages 12+)
The Young Adult Librarian has been busy putting together bags of colorful fun for you to make something out of. .. just in time for the winter blues. Register for this program to bring home a bag for yourself to be completed on your own time :)Are you 12 or older? Interested in brightening up a room? Sign up for a CD Mandala and other Window Decorations Craft Kit!Registration is limited to the first 20 at the moment, each participant will need to sign up individually for a kit.…Learn MoreThursday, January 1410:00—11:00 AMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Nappy's Puppets presents Jack and the Beanstalk
Though English in origin, Jack has become a true American Folk Hero. Jack and
the Beanstalk focuses on Jack and his many adventures; from Jack be Nimble, Jack Horner, Big Jack and Little Jack to the popular Jack and Beanstalk: the four part mini-series.…Learn MoreThursday, January 143:00—3:20 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker the Dog
Popular Needham Library Trained Therapy Reading Dog is meeting virtually with young readers. Sign up for a 20 minute one-on-one session with Tucker. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading.Thursday, January 143:20—3:40 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker the Dog
Popular Needham Library Trained Therapy Reading Dog is meeting virtually with young readers. Sign up for a 20 minute one-on-one session with Tucker. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading.Thursday, January 143:40—4:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker the Dog
Popular Needham Library Trained Therapy Reading Dog is meeting virtually with young readers. Sign up for a 20 minute one-on-one session with Tucker. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading.Thursday, January 144:00—4:20 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker the Dog
Popular Needham Library Trained Therapy Reading Dog is meeting virtually with young readers. Sign up for a 20 minute one-on-one session with Tucker. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading.15
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreMonday, January 11All DayOutsideNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Make and Take : CD Mandalas and Other Window Decorations (For ages 12+)
The Young Adult Librarian has been busy putting together bags of colorful fun for you to make something out of. .. just in time for the winter blues. Register for this program to bring home a bag for yourself to be completed on your own time :)Are you 12 or older? Interested in brightening up a room? Sign up for a CD Mandala and other Window Decorations Craft Kit!Registration is limited to the first 20 at the moment, each participant will need to sign up individually for a kit.…Learn MoreFriday, January 1510:00—10:45 AMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Sing Along with Ed
Sing Along with Ed Morgan in this interactive Zoom. These are popular drop-in programs for children 2-5 years old, but younger and older siblings are welcome! Adults and children sing, clap, and enjoy movement songs. Ed takes song requests! &nbs…Learn More16
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn More17
Sunday, January 17Library Closed
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn More18
Monday, January 18Library Closed
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreMonday, January 186:00—7:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Little Labcoats
Go on a scientific expedition and undercover one of the most biodiverse regions in the world: The Rainforest! Trek through thick brush as we examine the climate, different animals, and habitat of this unique biome. Engage in a fun drawing activity at the end.19
Tuesday, January 19All DayOutsideNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-up: Winter Joy!
Bored? Do you want some fun crafts to do? Look no further! Come pick up a take-and-make craft bag from the library! Winter grab bag! What will you get? Enjoy 2-3 simple crafts and make a sample provided or a masterpiece all your own! NOTE: there may be some repeats from previous kits.…Learn MoreFriday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 1910:00—10:30 AMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Dance Me a Story
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Join us for a fun, family event where music, movement and literature align to encourage exploration and imaginative play! Best for ages 1-5 but all are welcome!20
Tuesday, January 19All DayOutsideNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-up: Winter Joy!
Bored? Do you want some fun crafts to do? Look no further! Come pick up a take-and-make craft bag from the library! Winter grab bag! What will you get? Enjoy 2-3 simple crafts and make a sample provided or a masterpiece all your own! NOTE: there may be some repeats from previous kits.…Learn MoreFriday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 2010:00—10:45 AMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Preschool Palooza
Join librarian Elise for 45 minutes of songs, stories and movement!Registration closes at 9pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets the materials. If you are interested in a take and make bag after registration has closed, please call the children's department at (781)-455-7559 ext 507 or email the children's department and we can see if we have extra bags available.…Learn More
Wednesday, January 203:00—3:45 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Lego Club
On Wednesdays at 3pm, log on to visit virtually with librarians and friends while building with your Lego bricks at home! We will be connecting via Zoom for this virtual Lego Club meeting and show us and other participants what you've built! You provide the legos, we provide the space! Zoom link will be sent a day or two before the event.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 203:30—4:30 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tween Craft and Chat Hour Virtual Program (Ages 10 - 12)!
Tweens ages 10 - 12 are invited to join Young Adult Librarian Erin in a safe space online for an hour of crafting fun. This craft and chat session is just that. .. bring what ever crafts you'd like and work on them with friends virtually while chatting and unwinding.…Learn More21
Tuesday, January 19All DayOutsideNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-up: Winter Joy!
Bored? Do you want some fun crafts to do? Look no further! Come pick up a take-and-make craft bag from the library! Winter grab bag! What will you get? Enjoy 2-3 simple crafts and make a sample provided or a masterpiece all your own! NOTE: there may be some repeats from previous kits.…Learn MoreFriday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreThursday, January 2110:00—10:45 AMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Sing Along with Ed
Sing Along with Ed Morgan in this interactive Zoom. These are popular drop-in programs for children 2-5 years old, but younger and older siblings are welcome! Adults and children sing, clap, and enjoy movement songs. Ed takes song requests!&nb…Learn More22
Tuesday, January 19All DayOutsideNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-up: Winter Joy!
Bored? Do you want some fun crafts to do? Look no further! Come pick up a take-and-make craft bag from the library! Winter grab bag! What will you get? Enjoy 2-3 simple crafts and make a sample provided or a masterpiece all your own! NOTE: there may be some repeats from previous kits.…Learn MoreFriday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn More23
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn More24
Sunday, January 24Library Closed
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreSunday, January 242:00—3:30 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Casper Grathwohl, Oxford University Press, “The Oxford English Dictionary in the Digital Age"
Mr. Grathwohl discusses the ongoing relevance of dictionaries in the digital age, how the granddaddy of all dictionaries keeps its listing up to date, and how the OED is helping to preserve world languages threatened by modern times. Sponsored by the Friends of the Needham Free Public Library, this will be a Zoom presentation.25
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreMonday, January 2510:00—10:45 AMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Make Music with Stacey Peasley
Make Music with Stacey Peasley. For ages 2 to 5.Monday, January 252:00—4:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual Reference Office Hours at the NFPL
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Virtual Reference Office Hours- Starting in January 2021!
Are you looking for some advice on what to read next? Need some help figuring out Overdrive/Libby/Hoopla or any one of our other online resources or databases? Any other questions? Our Reference Librarians are here to help! Join us on Monday afternoons from 2-4 PM on Zoom for our biweekly Reference Office Hours!
Please note: all conversations will be held one at a time, so you may be in our waiting room for a bit as we help each patron individually.…Learn MoreMonday, January 254:00—5:30 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Needham Young Coders
Needham Young Coders will offer free virtual lessons, exploring basic computer science concepts as well as introductory coding in the programming language, Java. These classes will be open to students in grades 3-6. No prior experience is necessary!
Lessons will take place on Monday: January 11; January 25; February 1; February 8; and February 22.…Learn More26
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 263:00—3:20 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker the Dog
Popular Needham Library Trained Therapy Reading Dog is meeting virtually with young readers. Sign up for a 15 minute one-on-one Zoom session with Tucker. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Registration closes at 9 pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets a link.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 263:20—3:40 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker the Dog
Popular Needham Library Trained Therapy Reading Dog is meeting virtually with young readers. Sign up for a 15 minute one-on-one Zoom session with Tucker. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Registration closes at 9 pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets a link.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 263:40—4:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker the Dog
Popular Needham Library Trained Therapy Reading Dog is meeting virtually with young readers. Sign up for a 15 minute one-on-one Zoom session with Tucker. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Registration closes at 9 pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets a link.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 264:00—4:20 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker the Dog
Popular Needham Library Trained Therapy Reading Dog is meeting virtually with young readers. Sign up for a 15 minute one-on-one Zoom session with Tucker. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Registration closes at 9 pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets a link.…Learn More27
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 2710:00—10:45 AMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Preschool Palooza
Join librarian Elise for 45 minutes of songs, stories and movement!Registration closes at 9pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets the materials. If you are interested in a take and make bag after registration has closed, please call the children's department at (781)-455-7559 ext 507 or email the children's department and we can see if we have extra bags available.…Learn More
Wednesday, January 273:00—3:45 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Lego Club
On Wednesdays at 3pm, log on to visit virtually with librarians and friends while building with your Lego bricks at home! We will be connecting via Zoom for this virtual Lego Club meeting and show us and other participants what you've built! You provide the legos, we provide the space! Zoom link will be sent a day or two before the event.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 273:30—4:30 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tween Craft and Chat Hour Virtual Program (Ages 10 - 12)!
Tweens ages 10 - 12 are invited to join Young Adult Librarian Erin in a safe space online for an hour of crafting fun. This craft and chat session is just that. .. bring what ever crafts you'd like and work on them with friends virtually while chatting and unwinding.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 277:30—9:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Diversity and Discussion Book Club: An American Marriage by Tayari Jones
Diversity and Discussion Book Club
Co-sponsored by the Trustees of the Needham Free Public Library, Needham Diversity Initiative & Needham Human Rights Committee
An American Marriage: A Novel by Tayari Jones Newlyweds Celestial and Roy are the embodiment of both the American Dream and the New South.…Learn More28
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn More29
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreFriday, January 292:30—4:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Young Adult Librarian Virtual Office Hours
For those library users who are between the ages of 10 and 18 . .. are you looking for some advice on what to read next? Need some help with a school assignment? Have no idea when the library is even open or what services are still provided? Looking for help with a Database? Wondering how to request something online to be able to read on a Kindle/IPad/your phone/another device using Libby or Overdrive or Hoopla or Sora? Looking to request some craft materials but don't quite know what you'd like? Any other questions?Join our Young Adult Librarian for a one on one help session via Zoom! Registration required to receive Zoom link information.…Learn More30
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn More31
Sunday, January 31Library Closed
Friday, January 1All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Winter Reading Challenge
From January 1st to January 31st, the Needham Free Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fourth Annual Winter Reading Challenge. Sponsored by Simon & Schuster. Books Like Us is a celebration of diversity, harnessing the transformative power of seeing oneself reflected in a book.…Learn MoreSunday, January 312:00—3:30 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Ruth B. Margolin, Crossword Puzzle Builder, “The Art of Crossword Puzzle Construction”
Learn the ABCs of crossword puzzle creation from an expert who has published
puzzles in the New York Times, New York Times Magazine, The Wall Street Journal and USA Today. Ms. Margolin will walk through the steps of creating a publishable crossword puzzle, from concept to completion.…Learn MoreSunday, January 315:00—5:45 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
2021 McIver Lecture Series - Family Story time with Author Michelle Chalmers: The Skin on My Chin
A Family Story time designed for adults and children who wish to learn about racial identities, social justice, and empathy.
Our featured book is The Skin on My Chin, by Michelle Chalmers. About Michelle Chalmers:Michelle is a racial justice educator, facilitator of diversity conversations, and author children’s books: The Skin on My Chin, The Story of METCO, and Vitamin D and Me.…Learn More