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Monday, December 410:00—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, December 44:00—5:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
iRobot Coding with Root Robots
Learn how to code using iRobot’s Root Coding robots. Root robots can drive, draw, light-up, play music, and even vertically climb magnetic whiteboards or chalkboards! The iRobot® Root® coding robot makes learning to code easy and natural for any skill-level.…Learn MoreMonday, December 47:00—9:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Needham SEPAC Monthly Meeting
Needham SEPAC Monthly MeetingFirst Monday of each month through May 2024.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 510:00—11:00 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Storytime with The Rashi School
Join us for a special storytime and craft hour with one of Rashi School's incredible Lower School Teachers. This free, open to the public event is perfect for ages 3 to 8, but all are welcome!Tuesday, December 53:30—3:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - 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. Please bring your own book to read or come a few minutes early to pick out one of our many many choices! For young readers in Kindergarten on up.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 53:30—4:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tween and Teen Crafternoon Program (Ages 10 - 18)! - IN PERSON
Happy December, friends! Let us welcome in the holidays with some Holiday CraftsThis program - though fun for younger folks, is for our Tween and Teen population - so Erin will be sticking strictly to ages 10 - 18 for this one. Questions? Let Erin know that too! (neeya@minlib.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 53:50—4:10 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - 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. Please bring your own book to read or come a few minutes early to pick out one of our many many choices! For young readers in Kindergarten on up.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 54:10—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - 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. Please bring your own book to read or come a few minutes early to pick out one of our many many choices! For young readers in Kindergarten on up.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 54:30—4:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - 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. Please bring your own book to read or come a few minutes early to pick out one of our many many choices! For young readers in Kindergarten on up.…Learn More6
Wednesday, December 610:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Make Music with Stacey Peasley
Popular preschool musician Stacey Peasley is live at the Library! Sing and dance along with Stacey. For ages 2 and upWednesday, December 610:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Budding Bookworms
A storytime just for infants from newborn to not-yet walking and their caregivers. Rhymes, stories, fingerplays, and bounces in the storytime room. Size is limited, registration required. Wednesday, December 63:00—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
NFPL Art Committee Meeting
Needham Free Public Library Art Committee MeetingWednesday, December 63:30—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Berry (3 Events)
Berry, a Giant Pyrenees dog, is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Please bring your own book to read or come a few minutes early to pick out one of our many many choices! For young readers in Kindergarten on up.…Learn MoreSelect an occurrence to register for:
Wednesday, December 67:00—9:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
LFN Board Meeting
Board Meeting of the Library Foundation of Needham.7
Thursday, December 710:00—10:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Terrific Toddlers Craft Time
Crafts in the Snack Room for children aged 2 and 3 with their caregiver.
Thursday, December 73:30—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, December 73:45—5:45 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Reading Tutor (4 Events)
Sign up for a 1/2 hour session to help your child build confidence as a reader. Sessions are provided by a local Literacy Specialist who has 29 years of teaching experience. Sessions will be based on your child's needs in decoding, fluency, and/or comprehension.…Learn More
Select an occurrence to register for:
3:45—4:15 PMReading Tutor (FULL)
4:15—4:45 PMReading Tutor (FULL)
4:45—5:15 PMReading Tutor (FULL)
5:15—5:45 PMReading Tutor (FULL)
Thursday, December 77:30—8:45 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Author Dr. Allen B. Downey - Probably Overthinking It
Olin College Professor Emeritus Dr. Allen Downey - Probably Overthinking It: How to Use Data to Answer Questions, Avoid Statistical Traps, and Make Better DecisionsStatistics are in news reports, at the doctor’s office, and in every sort of forecast, from the stock market to the weather report.…Learn More8
Friday, December 810:00—10:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Creative Dance with Needham Dance Theater
Come twirl, gallop, jump and wiggle as we dance with spirited music and imaginative movement. Let’s get creative dancing with ribbons, scarves, hula-hoops and more!Designed for young movers and shakers, this lively class is fun and joyful.
Wear comfortable clothes, socks.…Learn More9
Saturday, December 910:00—11:20 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Sophie (4 Events)
Sophie, our popular reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Please bring your own book to read or come a few minutes early to pick out one of our many many choices! For young readers aged 5 on up.…Learn MoreSelect an occurrence to register for:
10:00—10:20 AMRead to Sophie (FULL)
10:20—10:40 AMRead to Sophie
10:40—11:00 AMRead to Sophie (FULL)
11:00—11:20 AMRead to Sophie (FULL)
Saturday, December 910:00 AM—12:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Family Craft Morning
Crafts for all ages in the Craft/Snack room.Saturday, December 92:30—3:30 PMInside, Young Adult RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Drop-In Doodle Club!
Hey there friends and happy December!Interested in Drawing? Doodle during class a lot? Sketching neat designs that no one ever seems to appreciate? Join fellow doodlers in a self-led doodle club twice a month on Saturday afternoons in the Young Adult Room (second floor - where all of the Young Adult Graphic Novels are)!Ages 8 - 18 are welcome to come join fellow coloring aficionados on the 2nd floor of the library for some coloring time the 2nd and last Saturdays of this month.…Learn More10
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Monday, December 1110:00—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 6.12
Tuesday, December 121:00—2:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
OnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
NFPL Afternoon Book Club - Rough Sleepers by Tracy Kidder - Hybrid Event
Rough Sleepers: Dr. Jim O'Connell's urgent mission to bring healing to homeless people by Tracy KidderTracy Kidder has been described by The Baltimore Sun as “a master of the nonfiction narrative. ” In Rough Sleepers, Kidder tells the story of Dr. Jim O’Connell, a gifted man who invented a community of care for a city’s unhoused population, including those who sleep on the streets—the “rough sleepers.…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 139:00 AM—12:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Traditional Quilters of Needham
Meets monthly on the 2nd Wednesday of each month
Wednesday, December 1310:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - Budding Bookworms
A storytime just for infants from newborn to not-yet walking and their caregivers. Rhymes, stories, fingerplays, and bounces in the storytime room. Size is limited, registration required. Wednesday, December 133:30—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Berry (3 Events)
Berry, a Giant Pyrenees dog, is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Please bring your own book to read or come a few minutes early to pick out one of our many many choices! For young readers in Kindergarten on up.…Learn MoreSelect an occurrence to register for:
Wednesday, December 136:30—8:45 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Metro West Knitters Guild
Usualy meets monthly on the 2nd Wednesday of each month
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Thursday, December 1410:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Hugh Hanley Circle of Friends
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, December 143:30—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, December 143:30—5:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Yarn Crafts - In-Person Crafternoon Program (Ages 10 and up)!
Are you 10 or older? Have you wanted to learn how to Knit or Crochet (or both) or even do something called "loom knitting" but didn't know where to start? Do you have experience and just want to get back into things again? Let's get crafty! Register for this in-person program and get some instruction on how to do some different yarn crafts and get your learn on! Registration is limited to the first 15 at the moment (as the supplies are limited), each participant will need to sign up individually and will receive a kit of supplies needed to be able to complete a small project or two! We understand that people's schedule's are busy (especially around the holidays) and that you may not be able to make this in-person program the day-of, so we are offering an alternative.…Learn More15
Friday, December 1510:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Music at the Blissful
Music at the Blissful Classes are specifically designed to help babies and toddlers work on their physical development, social development, language development and spatial awareness. A safe environment for babies and toddlers to learn and explore while keeping stress levels low.…Learn More16
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Monday, December 1810:00—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. Start your week off with a mindful note on Monday mornings! 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 More19
Tuesday, December 193:30—4:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker (4 Events)
Tucker, our popular hypoallergenic reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Please bring your own book to read or come a few minutes early to pick out one of our many many choices! For young readers in Kindergarten on up.…Learn MoreSelect an occurrence to register for:
3:30—3:50 PMRead to Tucker (FULL)
3:50—4:10 PMRead to Tucker (FULL)
4:10—4:30 PMRead to Tucker (FULL)
4:30—4:50 PMRead to Tucker (FULL)
Tuesday, December 193:45—5:45 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Reading Tutor (4 Events)
Sign up for a 1/2 hour session to help your child build confidence as a reader. Sessions are provided by a local Literacy Specialist who has 29 years of teaching experience. Sessions will be based on your child's needs in decoding, fluency, and/or comprehension.…Learn More
Select an occurrence to register for:
3:45—4:15 PMReading Tutor (FULL)
4:15—4:45 PMReading Tutor (FULL)
4:45—5:15 PMReading Tutor (FULL)
5:15—5:45 PMReading Tutor (FULL)
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Wednesday, December 2010:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Budding Bookworms
A storytime just for infants from newborn to not-yet walking and their caregivers. Rhymes, stories, fingerplays, and bounces in the storytime room. Size is limited, registration required. Wednesday, December 202:00—3:45 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Afterschool Movie: Elemental
Join us for an afterschool movie in the Community Room. Elemental (a 2023 Disney/Pixar movie): In a city where fire, water, land, and air residents live together, a fiery young woman an d a go-with-the-flow guy discover something elemental; how much they actually have in common.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 203:30—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Berry (3 Events)
Berry, a Giant Pyrenees dog, is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Please bring your own book to read or come a few minutes early to pick out one of our many many choices! For young readers in Kindergarten on up.…Learn MoreSelect an occurrence to register for:
Wednesday, December 207:00—9:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Relay for Life - Event Leadership Team Planning Meeting
Sponsor: The American Cancer Society's Relay for Life of Charles River
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Thursday, December 2110:00—10:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Terrific Toddlers Storytime
Storytime with songs, rhymes, and movement for children aged 2 and 3 with their caregiver.
Thursday, December 213:30—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, December 217:00—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 come join us as we meet Virtually around the Zoom screen! Get together with like-minded Comic Book and Graphic Novel lovers to discuss another interesting out of this world read!
Join us as we discuss Shuna's Journey by Hayao Miyazaki as a group!Summary: "Shuna, the prince of a poor land, watches in despair as his people work themselves to death harvesting the little grain that grows there.…Learn More22
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Sunday, December 24Library Closed
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Monday, December 25Library Closed
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Tuesday, December 262:00—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Gaming and Chill Zone for Tweens, Teens, and up!
Looking for something fun to do over your December Vacation? Come join for an IN-PERSON family friendly, family fun gaming program of all kinds of fun! Board games, card games, a mini foosball table, X-Box One games . .. we got games (and hula hoops).…Learn More27
Wednesday, December 2710:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Budding Bookworms
A storytime just for infants from newborn to not-yet walking and their caregivers. Rhymes, stories, fingerplays, and bounces in the storytime room. Size is limited, registration required. Wednesday, December 272:30—3:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
A Visit from the Snow Queen
An enchanting visit that welcomes us to the wonders of winter through stories, poems, interactive play and songs. This family event is guaranteed to warm your heart and lift your spirits. With professional storyteller Clare Vadeboncoeur. For ages 5 and up.Wednesday, December 273:30—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Berry (3 Events)
Berry, a Giant Pyrenees dog, is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Please bring your own book to read or come a few minutes early to pick out one of our many many choices! For young readers in Kindergarten on up.…Learn MoreSelect an occurrence to register for:
3:30—3:50 PMCANCELED - Read to Berry (FULL)
3:50—4:10 PMCANCELED - Read to Berry (FULL)
4:10—4:30 PMCANCELED - Read to Berry (FULL)
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Thursday, December 2810:00—10:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Terrific Toddlers Storytime
Storytime with songs, rhymes, and movement for children aged 2 and 3 with their caregiver.
Thursday, December 283:30—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.29
Friday, December 29All DayInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Vacation Day Crafts
All day in the Craft/Snack Room while supplies last.
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Saturday, December 302:30—3:30 PMInside, Young Adult RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Drop-In Doodle Club!
Hey there friends and happy December!Interested in Drawing? Doodle during class a lot? Sketching neat designs that no one ever seems to appreciate? Join fellow doodlers in a self-led doodle club twice a month on Saturday afternoons in the Young Adult Room (second floor - where all of the Young Adult Graphic Novels are)! Winter and different holiday themed coloring sheets will be provided this month!Ages 8 - 18 are welcome to come join fellow coloring aficionados on the 2nd floor of the library for some coloring time the 2nd and last Saturdays of this month.…Learn More31