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Sunday, May 12:00—3:15 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Karen Mauney-Brodek—The Legacy of Frederick Law Olmsted
Karen Mauney-Brodek—The Legacy of Frederick Law OlmstedMs. Mauney-Brodek, president of the Emerald Necklace Conservancy in Boston, discusses the legacy of America’s first and greatest landscape architect. Frederick Law Olmsted was born 200 years ago and resided the last 20 years of his life in Brookline.…Learn More2
Monday, May 210:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Preschool Palooza - Registration Required!
Join librarian Elise for 45 minutes of songs, stories, and movement! For children ages 3 through 6.3
Tuesday, May 33:30—3:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - 3:30 Read to Tucker the Dog
Tucker, our popular hypoallergic reading dog is listening to young readers on Tuesdays. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Individual sessions for young readers grades Kindergarten and up.Tuesday, May 34:00—6:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
High School AP Exam Study Series - Eng Lit & Comp, Comp Sci A, AP Seminar, Statistics, US Hist, and
Need to study for an upcoming AP exam? Don't want to study alone? Still have some questions? Get some help from some of your teachers and some of your classmates from the National Honors Society for the AP Exams. In addition to teachers and your peers, (and some snacks) we may see a visit from Rocket the Dog (!) to help with the relaxing portion of the afternoon.…Learn More4
Wednesday, May 49:30—9:50 AMInside, 2nd FloorNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tech Help Office Hours
Individual assistance for the Libby, hoopla, Kanopy, or Minuteman apps, or basic advice for your device.Wednesday, May 410:00—10:20 AMInside, 2nd FloorNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tech Help Office Hours
Individual assistance for the Libby, hoopla, Kanopy, or Minuteman apps, or basic advice for your device. Wednesday, May 410:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
ABC Spanish in Motion
An event for children ages 2 to 5 with movement, music, and culture fully in Spanish to connect worlds and minds. For children with little or no Spanish.Wednesday, May 410:30—10:50 AMInside, 2nd FloorNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tech Help Office Hours
Individual assistance for the Libby, hoopla, Kanopy, or Minuteman apps, or basic advice for your device.Wednesday, May 411:00—11:20 AMInside, 2nd FloorNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tech Help Office Hours
Individual assistance for the Libby, hoopla, Kanopy, or Minuteman apps, or basic advice for your device.Wednesday, May 42:30—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tween and Teen Crafternoon In-Person Program (Ages 10 - 18)!
Happy May! Let's get crafty! Tweens and Teens ages 10 - 18 are invited to join Young Adult Librarian Erin in a safe space In-Person in the Library's Community Room for an hour and a half of crafting fun after school on the Half-day! This crafternoon is going to be a grab-bag of accessible activities - bring what ever crafts you'd like and work on them with friends or use some of the materials provided! (knitting, crocheting, coloring, duct tape, washi tape, origami, Making friendship bracelets, gimp, feel like writing? Try writing a letter or a postcard to a friend or family member!) Just come and have fun in a respectful way around the table.…Learn More5
Thursday, May 510:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Make Music with Stacey Peasley *Registration Required*
Popular preschool musician Stacey Peasley is back, live at the Library! Sing and dance along with Stacey. For ages 2 to 5 Space is limited to 40 people.6
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Monday, May 9All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-Up for Tweens and Teens : Origami Crafts!
The Young Adult Librarian, Erin, has another craft for tweens and teens! Register for this program to bring home a bag for yourself to be completed on your own time :)Are you between the ages of 10 and 18? Like to be creative? Like folding things (but not folding laundry) .…Learn MoreMonday, May 910:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Preschool Palooza - Registration Required!
Join librarian Elise for 45 minutes of songs, stories, and movement! For children ages 3 through 6.Monday, May 94:00—6:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
High School AP Exam Study Series - Eng Lang & Composition, Physics Mechanics, Physics Elec & Mag, Ch
Need to study for an upcoming AP exam? Don't want to study alone? Still have some questions? Get some help from some of your teachers and some of your classmates from the National Honors Society for the AP Exams. In addition to teachers and your peers, (and some snacks) we may see a visit from Rocket the Dog (!) to help with the relaxing portion of the afternoon.…Learn More10
Monday, May 9All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-Up for Tweens and Teens : Origami Crafts!
The Young Adult Librarian, Erin, has another craft for tweens and teens! Register for this program to bring home a bag for yourself to be completed on your own time :)Are you between the ages of 10 and 18? Like to be creative? Like folding things (but not folding laundry) .…Learn MoreTuesday, May 101:00—2:30 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
NFPL Afternoon Book Club - Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee by Dee Brown
First published in 1970, Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee is Dee Brown's eloquent, meticulously documented account of the systematic destruction of American Indians during the second half of the nineteenth century.
Using council records, autobiographies, and firsthand descriptions, Brown introduces readers to great chiefs and warriors of the Dakota, Ute, Sioux, Cheyenne, and other tribes, revealing in heart wrenching detail the battles, massacres, and broken treaties that methodically stripped them of freedom.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 103:30—3:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
3:30 Read to Tucker the Dog
Tucker, our popular hypoallergic reading dog is listening to young readers on Tuesdays. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Individual sessions for young readers grades Kindergarten and up.Tuesday, May 103:50—4:10 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
3:50 Read to Tucker the Dog
Tucker, our popular hypoallergic reading dog is listening to young readers on Tuesdays. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Individual sessions for young readers grades Kindergarten and up.Tuesday, May 104:10—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
4:10 Read to Tucker the Dog
Tucker, our popular hypoallergic reading dog is listening to young readers on Tuesdays. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Individual sessions for young readers grades Kindergarten and up.Tuesday, May 104:30—4:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
4:30 Read to Tucker the Dog
Tucker, our popular hypoallergic reading dog is listening to young readers on Tuesdays. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Individual sessions for young readers grades Kindergarten and up.
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Monday, May 9All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-Up for Tweens and Teens : Origami Crafts!
The Young Adult Librarian, Erin, has another craft for tweens and teens! Register for this program to bring home a bag for yourself to be completed on your own time :)Are you between the ages of 10 and 18? Like to be creative? Like folding things (but not folding laundry) .…Learn MoreWednesday, May 113:30—4:30 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tween Craft and Chat Hour Virtual Program (Ages 10 - 12)!
Welcome to the beginning of a new month! Let's get crafty! 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 More12
Monday, May 9All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-Up for Tweens and Teens : Origami Crafts!
The Young Adult Librarian, Erin, has another craft for tweens and teens! Register for this program to bring home a bag for yourself to be completed on your own time :)Are you between the ages of 10 and 18? Like to be creative? Like folding things (but not folding laundry) .…Learn MoreThursday, May 1210:00—10:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Terrific Toddlers
Storytime with songs, rhymes, and movement for children aged 2 and 3 with their caregiver. Thursday, May 124:00—5:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - Words are Magic! Poetry Workshop for Kids
Words are magic. They can make your invisible thoughts and feelings visible. Do you have something you want to say? But. .. . Your words get stuck inside? Poems offer a fun way to get your words out from the inside and on the page.…Learn More13
Monday, May 9All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-Up for Tweens and Teens : Origami Crafts!
The Young Adult Librarian, Erin, has another craft for tweens and teens! Register for this program to bring home a bag for yourself to be completed on your own time :)Are you between the ages of 10 and 18? Like to be creative? Like folding things (but not folding laundry) .…Learn MoreFriday, May 1310:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Dance Me a Story *Registration Required*
Join Ms. Goldie from the Joanne Langione Dance Center for an enchanting tale and musical movements. Best for ages 1-5 but all are welcome!14
Monday, May 9All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-Up for Tweens and Teens : Origami Crafts!
The Young Adult Librarian, Erin, has another craft for tweens and teens! Register for this program to bring home a bag for yourself to be completed on your own time :)Are you between the ages of 10 and 18? Like to be creative? Like folding things (but not folding laundry) .…Learn MoreSaturday, May 1410:00—10:20 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Sophie
Sophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.Saturday, May 1410:20—10:40 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Sophie
Sophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.Saturday, May 1410:40—11:00 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Sophie
Sophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.Saturday, May 1411:00—11:20 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Sophie
Sophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.15
Monday, May 9All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-Up for Tweens and Teens : Origami Crafts!
The Young Adult Librarian, Erin, has another craft for tweens and teens! Register for this program to bring home a bag for yourself to be completed on your own time :)Are you between the ages of 10 and 18? Like to be creative? Like folding things (but not folding laundry) .…Learn More16
Monday, May 1610:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Preschool Palooza - Registration Required!
Join librarian Elise for 45 minutes of songs, stories, and movement! For children ages 3 through 6.Monday, May 164:00—5:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Words are Magic! Poetry Workshop for Kids
Words are magic. They can make your invisible thoughts and feelings visible. Do you have something you want to say? But. .. . Your words get stuck inside? Poems offer a fun way to get your words out from the inside and on the page.…Learn More17
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Wednesday, May 189:30—9:50 AMInside, 2nd FloorNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tech Help Office Hours
Individual assistance for the Libby, hoopla, Kanopy, or Minuteman apps, or basic advice for your device.Wednesday, May 1810:00—10:20 AMInside, 2nd FloorNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tech Help Office Hours
Individual assistance for the Libby, hoopla, Kanopy, or Minuteman apps, or basic advice for your device. Wednesday, May 1810:30—10:50 AMInside, 2nd FloorNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tech Help Office Hours
Individual assistance for the Libby, hoopla, Kanopy, or Minuteman apps, or basic advice for your device.Wednesday, May 1811:00—11:20 AMInside, 2nd FloorNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tech Help Office Hours
Individual assistance for the Libby, hoopla, Kanopy, or Minuteman apps, or basic advice for your device.Wednesday, May 183:00—4:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tween Craft and Chat Hour Virtual Program (Ages 10 - 12)!
Welcome to the beginning of a new month! Let's get crafty! 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 More19
Thursday, May 1910:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Hugh Hanley Circle of Friends *REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
Hugh Hanley has been singing with young children for many years in his work as an early childhood educator, music specialist, and entertainer. His work has helped him gain an understanding of young children as developing music makers. He draws from a wide repertoire of songs, fingerplays, and music activities that are highly engaging.…Learn MoreThursday, May 197:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual Comic Book Book Club Meeting!
Missed out on our In-Person meetings? WELL, your third Thursdays just got a little more interesting! Why not join us Virtually for a Comic Book Book Club Meeting! Get together with like-minded Comic Book and Graphic Novel lovers to discuss some interesting reads!Join us this month as we discuss A Radical Shift of Gravity created by Nick Tapalansky [author] & Kate Glasheen [artist] as a group!Summary: "The world is changing.…Learn More20
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Saturday, May 212:00—3:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual Event—Author Sonali Dev in Conversation with Bridget Eileen Madden, Jane Austen Aficionado
Virtual Event—Author Sonali Dev in Conversation with Bridget Eileen Madden, Jane Austen AficionadoSATURDAY, May 21 from 2:00—3:00 PM
Hosted Online by the Ashland Public Library**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM** Please click on this link to receive the Zoom link for the event: https://us06web.…Learn More22
Sunday, May 222:00—3:15 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
A Conversation with Anita Diamant – Period. End of Sentence.
A Conversation with Anita Diamant – Period. End of Sentence. Join us Sunday,May 22, at 2:00 PM, as Award-winning Brookline author Anita Diamant discusses Period. End of Sentence. , her latest book examining the quickly evolving movement for menstrual justice.…Learn More23
Monday, May 2310:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Monkey Mind Belly Breath Children's Yoga - registration required
Joanie Woodward's program joyfully weaves laughter, yoga, mindfulness, deep belly breathing, art, and reading. For children ages 2 and up. Her children’s book “Seven Little Monkeys” was awarded the National Parenting Publications Honors Award and the reason she is a sought after teacher and presenter at the nation's largest Kids Yoga Conference in Washington, D.…Learn More24
Tuesday, May 243:30—3:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
3:30 Read to Tucker the Dog
Tucker, our popular hypoallergic reading dog is listening to young readers on Tuesdays. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Individual sessions for young readers grades Kindergarten and up.Tuesday, May 243:50—4:10 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
3:50 Read to Tucker the Dog
Tucker, our popular hypoallergic reading dog is listening to young readers on Tuesdays. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Individual sessions for young readers grades Kindergarten and up.Tuesday, May 244:10—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
4:10 Read to Tucker the Dog
Tucker, our popular hypoallergic reading dog is listening to young readers on Tuesdays. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Individual sessions for young readers grades Kindergarten and up.Tuesday, May 244:30—4:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
4:30 Read to Tucker the Dog
Tucker, our popular hypoallergic reading dog is listening to young readers on Tuesdays. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Individual sessions for young readers grades Kindergarten and up.25
Wednesday, May 253:30—4:30 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tween Craft and Chat Hour Virtual Program (Ages 10 - 12)!
Welcome to the beginning of a new month! Let's get crafty! 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, May 257:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Bookworm's Evening Book Club- The Last Thing He Told Me
Join the Bookworm's Evening Book Club this spring! Hosted by Reference Supervisor Sarah. Adults and older teens (16+) are welcome! New members are always welcome!
In May we are discussing, The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave (2021, 306 pages).26
Thursday, May 2610:00—10:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Terrific Toddlers
Storytime with songs, rhymes, and movement for children aged 2 and 3 with their caregiver. Registration requested.Thursday, May 267:00—8:30 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Needham Connects...Building Empathy through Books and Conversation
Needham Connects. .. Building Empathy through Books and Conversation:Co-sponsored by the Trustees of the Needham Free Public Library, Needham Diversity Initiative & Needham Human Rights Committee
Poet Warrior: A Memoir by Joy HarjoThree-term poet laureate Joy Harjo offers a vivid, lyrical, and inspiring call for love and justice in this contemplation of her trailblazing life.…Learn More27
Friday, May 273:15—5:10 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Children's Movie: Sing 2
Come to the Community Room to watch the 2021 Disney animated movie Sing 2. Rated PG, 110 minutes. 28
Saturday, May 2810:00—10:20 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Sophie
Sophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.Saturday, May 2810:20—10:40 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Sophie
Sophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.Saturday, May 2810:40—11:00 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Sophie
Sophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.Saturday, May 2811:00—11:20 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Sophie
Sophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. For young readers in Kindergarten on up.29
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Monday, May 30Library Closed
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