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Monday, October 3All DayInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Stop by the Children's Room on Monday, October 3, and pick up a free book and reading log when you register for 1,000 books before Kindergartenfor ages 0 to 5Monday, October 37:00—8:30 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Needham Connects Book Club- Thank You, Mr. Nixon
**Please note that the date for this event has changed and will now take place on Monday, October 3rd at 7 PM on Zoom. **Join Needham Connects. .. Building Empathy Through Books and Conversation to discuss our ONE Community Read, Thank You, Mr. Nixon by Gish Jen! New members always welcome! We are reading Thank You, Mr.…Learn More4
Tuesday, October 43:30—3:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker
Tucker, our popular hypoallergenic 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.Tuesday, October 43:50—4:10 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker
Tucker, our popular hypoallergenic 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.Tuesday, October 47:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual Program: Meet the Author: Stefan Al
Virtual Program— Meet the Author: Stefan AlTUESDAY, October 4 from 7:00—8:00 PM
Hosted Online by the Cary 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://us02web.…Learn More5
Wednesday, October 52:00—3:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Gaming and Chill Zone for Tweens, Teens, and up!
Come join for an IN-PERSON gaming program of gaming fun! Board games, card games, a mini foosball table, X-Box One games . .. we got games (and hula hoops). Feel free to bring your own too!Not into gaming? Join us in the Community Room just to hang out with friends in a different setting on this Fall HolidayRegistration recommended as it is helpful to contact potential attendees about possible changes to programs.6
Thursday, October 610:00—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, October 63:00—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Lego Time
Drop-in Lego Time Thursday afternoons in the Storybook Room. Come build creations with the Library's large Lego supply. For children ages 5 and up. Younger children will not be allowed in the room because of small pieces.Thursday, October 67:00—8:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
OnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Program—Gish Jen - Thank You Mr. Nixon Metrowest Readers Book Presentation
Program—Gish Jen - Thank You Mr. Nixon Metrowest Readers Book Presentation THURSDAY, October 6th from 7:00—8:00 PM**PLEASE NOTE THERE IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM** Please click on this link to receive the Zoom link for the event: https://us02web.…Learn More7
Friday, October 710:00—11:00 AMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual Program: The Challenge of Democratic Legitimacy in Turbulent Times with Professor Rachael V.
Virtual Program—The Challenge of Democratic Legitimacy in Turbulent Times with Professor Rachael V. CobbFriday, October 7th from 10:00 - 11:00 AMHosted 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 MoreFriday, October 711:30 AM—12:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Raising a Reader
Learn new strategies to engage your children with books! Free interactive early literacy group for children ages 0 to 3 with parent/guardian. Raising a Reader is sponsored by Family ACCESS Community Connections. Registration required through Family Access: https://forms.…Learn More8
Saturday, October 810:00—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 aged 5 on up.Saturday, October 810:20—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 aged 5 on up.Saturday, October 810:40—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 aged 5 on up.Saturday, October 811:00—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 aged 5 on up.Saturday, October 83:00—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELLED - College and Test Prep - Workshop #2 of 4 : Finding Your Dream Colleges
Workshop #2 of 4 : Finding Your Dream CollegesCANCELLED DUE TO LOW REGISTRATION, POSTPONNED TO SPRING 2023 (DATE FORTHCOMING)Hosted Online by the Princeton ReviewJoin Sarah from the Princeton Review as we embark on a College and Test Prep 4 part Workshop series together!This Dream Colleges Workshop will cover:There is a dream college for every student, but there are thousands of schools across the country.…Learn More9
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Monday, October 10Library Closed
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Tuesday, October 11All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-Up : Decorate a Pumpkin - Everything But the Pumpkin (For Ages 10 - 18)
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? Looking to get into the Halloween spirit but don't know where to start? Register for this easy do it yourself kit! Everything is included that you might need to decorate a pumpkin yourself (except the pumpkin).…Learn More
Tuesday, October 111:00—2:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
OnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
NFPL Afternoon Book Club - Spain in Our Hearts: Americans in the Spanish Civil War, 1936-1939 by Ada
Spain in Our Hearts: Americans in the Spanish Civil War, 1936-1939 by Adam HochschildA sweeping history of the Spanish Civil War, told through a dozen characters, including Hemingway and George Orwell: A tale of idealism, heartbreaking suffering, and a noble cause that failed.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 114:00—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Little Labcoats Plants!
Plants are everywhere around us! Look down at your feet to see moss and lichen; look up at the sky to see different types of trees and leaves. Learn about the complex makeup of a plant and how these organisms provide all living things with oxygen. Dive into how a plant grows from a small seed to a large plant! For grades 3 to 6.
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Tuesday, October 11All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-Up : Decorate a Pumpkin - Everything But the Pumpkin (For Ages 10 - 18)
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? Looking to get into the Halloween spirit but don't know where to start? Register for this easy do it yourself kit! Everything is included that you might need to decorate a pumpkin yourself (except the pumpkin).…Learn More
Wednesday, October 123:30—4:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Crazy 8s Club grades K to 2
Crazy 8s Math Club offers unique, high energy math activities to have fun while learning! Participants register for 8 sessions, running from Sept 21 to Nov 16 (no session Nov 9). Separate groups for children in Kindergarten through second grade, starting at 3:30 pm, and third grade through fifth, starting at 4:15 pm.Wednesday, October 123:30—4:30 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tween Craft and Chat Hour Virtual Program (Ages 10 - 12)!
Welcome Autumn!! 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, October 124:00—4:45 PMOutsideNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Goat Yoga - Rescheduled!
Goat Yoga with Lyn Jekowsky. Move, stretch, explore animal poses and play with the goats! Outside at the Memorial Park Gazebo. Bring a beach towel for your yoga mat. For ages 4 and up.Wednesday, October 124:15—4:45 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Crazy 8s Club grades 3 to 5
Crazy 8s Math Club offers unique, high energy math activities to have fun while learning! Participants register for 8 sessions, running from Sept 21 to Nov 9. Separate groups for children in Kindergarten through second grade, starting at 3:30 pm, and third grade through fifth, starting at 4:15 pm.13
Tuesday, October 11All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-Up : Decorate a Pumpkin - Everything But the Pumpkin (For Ages 10 - 18)
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? Looking to get into the Halloween spirit but don't know where to start? Register for this easy do it yourself kit! Everything is included that you might need to decorate a pumpkin yourself (except the pumpkin).…Learn More
Thursday, October 1310:00—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, October 133:00—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Lego Time
Drop-in Lego Time Thursday afternoons in the Storybook Room. Come build creations with the Library's large Lego supply. For children ages 5 and up. Younger children will not be allowed in the room because of small pieces.14
Tuesday, October 11All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-Up : Decorate a Pumpkin - Everything But the Pumpkin (For Ages 10 - 18)
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? Looking to get into the Halloween spirit but don't know where to start? Register for this easy do it yourself kit! Everything is included that you might need to decorate a pumpkin yourself (except the pumpkin).…Learn More
Friday, October 1411:30 AM—12:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Raising a Reader
Learn new strategies to engage your children with books! Free interactive early literacy group for children ages 0 to 3 with parent/guardian. Raising a Reader is sponsored by Family ACCESS Community Connections. Registration required through Family Access: https://forms.…Learn More15
Tuesday, October 11All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-Up : Decorate a Pumpkin - Everything But the Pumpkin (For Ages 10 - 18)
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? Looking to get into the Halloween spirit but don't know where to start? Register for this easy do it yourself kit! Everything is included that you might need to decorate a pumpkin yourself (except the pumpkin).…Learn More
Saturday, October 1510:00—11:00 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Fun Fused Glass Class with Deenie Pacik Giuliano - Limit of 30 Registrations
Fun Fused Glass Class with Deenie Pacik Giuliano Create your own dichronic fused glass pendant or magnet! Come play with glass in this easy, fun class. Be inspired by colorful pre-cut and crushed glass. All materials included. No experience necessary.…Learn More16
Sunday, October 163:00—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
McIver Series 2022/23 - A Family Fiesta! with Verónica Robles and Friends
2022/23 McIver Series: A Family Fiesta! with Verónica Robles and FriendsJoin Verónica Robles and friends on a song and dance journey through Latin America in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. All are welcome. Let’s learn a few words in Spanish and sing along some favorite tunes.…Learn More17
Monday, October 1710:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Preschool Palooza
Join librarian Elise for 45 minutes of songs, stories, and movement! For children ages 3 through 6.Monday, October 177:00—8:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Bookworm's Evening Book Club: Thank You, Mr. Nixon
Join the Bookworm's Evening Book Club to discuss our ONE Community Read as a part of the Metrowest Readers Fest! We will be discussing Thank You, Mr. Nixon by Gish Jen. 18
Tuesday, October 183:30—3:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker
Tucker, our popular hypoallergenic 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.Tuesday, October 183:50—4:10 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker
Tucker, our popular hypoallergenic 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.Tuesday, October 184:10—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker
Tucker, our popular hypoallergenic 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.19
Wednesday, October 193:30—4:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Crazy 8s Club grades K to 2
Crazy 8s Math Club offers unique, high energy math activities to have fun while learning! Participants register for 8 sessions, running from Sept 21 to Nov 9. Separate groups for children in Kindergarten through second grade, starting at 3:30 pm, and third grade through fifth, starting at 4:15 pm.Wednesday, October 194:15—4:45 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Crazy 8s Club grades 3 to 5
Crazy 8s Math Club offers unique, high energy math activities to have fun while learning! Participants register for 8 sessions, running from Sept 21 to Nov 9. Separate groups for children in Kindergarten through second grade, starting at 3:30 pm, and third grade through fifth, starting at 4:15 pm.Wednesday, October 196:00—7:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
NFPL Strategic Plan Focus Group Meeting #1 - Open to the Public, In-Person Only
The Library is embarking upon the development of a new 5 year Strategic Plan. This plan will define our goals and vision for the coming years, and we would love to hear from Needhamites! We are hosting 3 one hour-long focus groups, and we hope you’ll be able to join! If you’re unable to attend, there will be an opportunity to fill out a survey as well.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 197:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
VIRUTAL PROGRAM: College and Test Prep - Workshop #3 of 4 : Crafting Your College Essay!
Workshop #3 of 4 : Crafting Your College Essay!REGISTRATION CLOSES SOON!! SO PLEASE RESGISTER ASAP! (we don't want this wonderful program being canceled due to low registration numbers!!)Hosted Online by the Princeton ReviewJoin Sarah from the Princeton Review as we embark on a College and Test Prep 4 part Workshop series together!This Writing Workshop will cover:College application essays are now, more than ever, a big part of your college application.…Learn More20
Thursday, October 2010:00—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, October 203:00—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Lego Time
Drop-in Lego Time Thursday afternoons in the Storybook Room. Come build creations with the Library's large Lego supply. For children ages 5 and up. Younger children will not be allowed in the room because of small pieces.Thursday, October 207:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual Comic Book Book Club Meeting!
Your third Thursdays are about to get a little more interesting! Why not join us Virtually as the Comic Book Book Club is back after a summer on break! Get together with like-minded Comic Book and Graphic Novel lovers to discuss some interesting reads!Join us as we discuss the first volume of the recently turned Netflix series - "The Sandman : Preludes & Nocturnes" by Neil Gaiman as a group! A collection of eight comics that introduce the series' lead character, the Sandman, Lord of Dreams.…Learn More21
Friday, October 2111:30 AM—12:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Raising a Reader
Learn new strategies to engage your children with books! Free interactive early literacy group for children ages 0 to 3 with parent/guardian. Raising a Reader is sponsored by Family ACCESS Community Connections. Registration required through Family Access: https://forms.…Learn MoreFriday, October 213:30—5:15 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
The Bad Guys
To avoid prison, a gang of notorious animal criminals pretend to seek being rehabilitated, only for their leader to secretly find that he genuinely wants to change his ways. PG, Disney, 2022, 1 hour 40 minutes22
Saturday, October 2210:00—11:30 AMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
NFPL Strategic Plan Focus Group Meeting on ZOOM - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
NFPL Strategic Plan Focus Group MeetingSaturday Oct 22 at 10 AM for Community Members - open to the public, on ZOOM only. The Needham Free Public Library is embarking on the development of a new 5 year Strategic Plan. This plan will define our goals and vision for the coming years, and we would love to hear from Needhamites! We are hosting 3 hour-long focus groups, two live, and this one on ZOOM, which will require registration to receive the ZOOM link.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 223:00—4:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - VIRTUAL PROGRAM - College and Test Prep - Workshop #4 of 4 : The Digital SAT®
Workshop #4 of 4 : The Digital SAT®CANCELLED DUE TO LOW REGISTRATIONHosted Online by the Princeton ReviewJoin Sarah from the Princeton Review as we embark on a College and Test Prep 4 part Workshop series together!This informative Workshop will cover:The College Board has announced a significant change to the SAT®, turning the exam into a computer-based test.…Learn More23
Sunday, October 232:00—3:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Film Director Eric Stange and Team, "Pony Boys"
Film Director Eric Stange and Team, “Pony Boys”It is summer 1967. Two little boys from Needham, 9 and 11, hitch their pet Shetland pony King to a cart and drive 350 miles over 27 days to the Expo '67 world’s fair in Montreal – on their own – at 5 m.…Learn More24
Monday, October 2410:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Monkey Mind Belly Breath Children's Yoga
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 More25
Tuesday, October 253:30—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Halloween Magnet Craft
Halloween Magnet Craft for children ages 3 and up. Supplies Limited!Tuesday, October 254:00—5:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Once Upon a Halloween
What would Halloween be without some chillin’ tales for the spookiest time of the year? Once Upon A Halloween is a fun-filled, Halloween event – complete with a huge cauldron bubbling over with fog for the last dramatic story! This family program contains some old chestnuts as well as great new Halloween stories full of surprises.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 256:00—7:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
NFPL Strategic Plan Focus Group Meeting - Focus Group Meeting #3 - In-Person Only
The Library is embarking upon the development of a new 5 year Strategic Plan. This plan will define our goals and vision for the coming years, and we would love to hear from Needhamites! We are hosting 3 one hour-long focus groups, and we hope you’ll be able to join! If you’re unable to attend, there will be an opportunity to fill out a survey as well.…Learn More26
Wednesday, October 2610:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Make Music with Stacey Peasley - Halloween Special!
Popular preschool musician Stacey Peasley is live at the Library with a special Halloween show! Sing and dance along with Stacey. For ages 2 to 5 Wednesday, October 263:30—4:30 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual Middle Grade 6 - 8th Grade Book Club Meeting!
Hey Folks! Looking to make friends in the new school year? Looking to connect with fellow bibliophiles (that's book collector and book lovers, for those in the know)? WELL, your fourth Wednesday afternoon just got a bit more interesting!Why not join us Virtually this month as we meet to discuss via Zoom the first book in the Thirteen Witches Series, "The Memory Thief" by Jodi Lynn AndersonSummary: "When sixth-grader Rosie begins to see magic, she learns that her mother's dwindling memory is tied to an age-old battle between the light of the moon and the darkness of witches.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 264:00—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Halloween Canvas and Craft Class
What a better way to learn than through art? Children can make their own take-home project using their imagination and creativity while working with numerous craft materials with The Crafty Girls Boston. It's time for your kids to channel their inner artist and create their own unique masterpiece with our Painting Craft Class! After all, life is like a blank canvas and it’s up to them how they want to paint it.…Learn More27
Thursday, October 2710:00—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, October 273:00—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Lego Time
Drop-in Lego Time Thursday afternoons in the Storybook Room. Come build creations with the Library's large Lego supply. For children ages 5 and up. Younger children will not be allowed in the room because of small pieces.28
Friday, October 2810:00—11:00 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Raising a Reader
Learn new strategies to engage your children with books! Free interactive early literacy group for children ages 0 to 3 with parent/guardian. Raising a Reader is sponsored by Family ACCESS Community Connections. Registration required through Family Access: https://forms.…Learn More29
Saturday, October 29All DayInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Trick or Treat in the Library
Visit the Children's desk and pick up a Halloween trick or treat!Saturday, October 2910:00—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 aged 5 on up.Saturday, October 2910:20—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 aged 5 on up.Saturday, October 2910:40—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 aged 5 on up.Saturday, October 2911:00—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 aged 5 on up.30
Saturday, October 29All DayInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Trick or Treat in the Library
Visit the Children's desk and pick up a Halloween trick or treat!Sunday, October 303:00—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Equal Justice Needham Family Storytime
EJNF Family Storytime sparks amazing and transformative conversations with children about diversity, equity, and inclusion. Guest Literacy Coach Martha Heller-Winokur will read Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow's Your Name is a Song and engage children in thoughtful conversation by asking age-appropriate questions and by listening to each child's point of view.…Learn More31
Saturday, October 29All DayInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Trick or Treat in the Library
Visit the Children's desk and pick up a Halloween trick or treat!Monday, October 3110:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Preschool Palooza
Join librarian Elise for 45 minutes of songs, stories, and movement! For children ages 3 through 6.