February 2024

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Thursday, February 13:00—4:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Looking to Volunteer? Join the VOLUNTEENS! (Ages 12-18)

Join the VolunTeens - February - May 2024 Poster2nd Official Meeting of an ALL NEW Library Volunteer Group for Teens - the VolunTeens - Volunteering opportunities for ages 12 - 18Need to get some Community Service Hours Completed before graduation?  For National Honor Society?  For a Scouting Project?  For another reason?  .…Learn More

Thursday, February 13:30—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Lego Time

Lego TimeDrop-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, February 13:45—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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Friday, February 2All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Free Earth Day 2024 Trees *WILL ARRIVE AROUND EARTH DAY*

Free Earth Day 2024 Trees *WILL ARRIVE AROUND EARTH DAY*Register online at www. neighborhoodforest. org, choose Needham Free Public Library as your institution and receive your free sapling for Earth Day 2024. Trees need to be ordered by March 15. Saplings will be delivered to the Library in April.

Friday, February 211:30 AM—12:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Raising a Reader

Raising a ReaderLearn 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 More
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Friday, February 2All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Free Earth Day 2024 Trees *WILL ARRIVE AROUND EARTH DAY*

Free Earth Day 2024 Trees *WILL ARRIVE AROUND EARTH DAY*Register online at www. neighborhoodforest. org, choose Needham Free Public Library as your institution and receive your free sapling for Earth Day 2024. Trees need to be ordered by March 15. Saplings will be delivered to the Library in April.

Saturday, February 32:30—3:30 PMInside, Young Adult RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Drop-In Doodle Club!

Doodle Club Meetings - February 2024Hey there friends and happy February!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 1st and 2nd to last Saturdays of this month.…Learn More
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Friday, February 2All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Free Earth Day 2024 Trees *WILL ARRIVE AROUND EARTH DAY*

Free Earth Day 2024 Trees *WILL ARRIVE AROUND EARTH DAY*Register online at www. neighborhoodforest. org, choose Needham Free Public Library as your institution and receive your free sapling for Earth Day 2024. Trees need to be ordered by March 15. Saplings will be delivered to the Library in April.

Sunday, February 42:00—3:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Friends Program: Imari Paris Jeffries, “Embrace Boston”

Friends  Program: Imari Paris Jeffries, “Embrace Boston”Friends Program: Imari Paris Jeffries, “Embrace Boston”In a special Feb. 4 Black History Month talk at the Needham Free Public Library, Imari Paris Jeffries, Ph. D. president and chief executive officer of Embrace Boston, will discuss the 20-foot-high bronze sculpture that was dedicated on Boston Common in January 2023 to celebrate the love and partnership between Coretta Scott King and Martin Luther King, Jr.…Learn More
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Monday, February 510:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Preschool Palooza

Preschool PaloozaJoin librarian Elise for 45 minutes of songs, stories, and movement!  For children ages 3 through 6.

Monday, February 53:45—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Girls Who Code Spring 2024

Girls Who Code Spring 2024Girls Who Code is Back!  Join Librarian Ms. V. to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment.   No computers needed - Chromebooks will be provided for all participants.   You will need access to an email and create a password to use the tutorials on HQ.…Learn More

Monday, February 57:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Virtual: Effective Grassroots Movements that Impact Voting Rights with Professor Rachael V. Cobb

Virtual: Effective Grassroots Movements that Impact Voting Rights with Professor Rachael V. CobbVIRTUAL-Effective Grassroots Movements that Impact Voting Rights with Professor Rachael V. Cobb**Please register here for this event and you'll receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails - make sure to check your spam folder for them. The email will be coming from Ashland Public Library**What does it take to take a Grassroots idea to a movement which can have significant impact on voting and elections? Join us for this virtual panel discussion to see how that happens and what you can do to be part of that movement! Rachael V.…Learn More
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Wednesday, February 710:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Make Music with Stacey Peasley

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 up

Wednesday, February 77:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Virtual: Ethics for when Sci-Fi becomes reality: Gene Editing as Medicine

Virtual: Ethics for when Sci-Fi becomes reality: Gene Editing as MedicineVirtual: Ethics for when Sci-Fi becomes reality: Gene Editing as Medicine**Please register here for this event and you'll receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails - make sure to check your spam folder for them. The email will be coming from Cary Public Library**Movies of science fiction like Jurassic Park and GATTACA have explored the idea of gene editing for decades, and it was fiction.…Learn More
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Thursday, February 82:00—3:15 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Virtual - A Conversation Between Two Noah Charneys: At the Intersection of Art and Ecology

Virtual - A Conversation Between Two Noah Charneys: At the Intersection of Art and EcologyVirtual - A Conversation Between Two Noah Charneys: At the Intersection of Art and Ecology**Please register here for this event and you'll receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails - make sure to check your spam folder for them. The email will be coming from Ashland Public Library**When researching authors to invite to Ashland in 2023, we discovered that there are TWO Noah Charneys and they know each other! One is a world renowned Ecologist and Conservationist whose book, "Trees Tell a Story" was fascinating to us.…Learn More

Thursday, February 83:30—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Lego Time

Lego TimeDrop-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.
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Friday, February 910:00—10:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Creative Dance with Needham Dance Theater

Creative Dance with Needham Dance TheaterCome 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 More

Friday, February 911:30 AM—12:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Raising a Reader

Raising a ReaderLearn 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.   This program is full and no-longer taking registration.
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Saturday, February 1010:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Pint Size Yoga

Pint Size YogaLittle ones will be guided in stretching and breathing through age appropriate poses along with dancing and games that incorporate yoga in each activity.  Yoga mat squares provided. Best for ages 4-6.   Child-only participation encouraged. Registration Required!This program is generously sponsored by the Library Foundation of Needham.

Saturday, February 1010:00—11:20 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

- Read to Sophie (4 Events)

Read to SophieSophie, 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 More
Select an occurrence to register for:
10:00—10:20 AMRead to Sophie (FULL)
10:20—10:40 AMRead to Sophie (FULL)
10:40—11:00 AMRead to Sophie (FULL)
11:00—11:20 AMRead to Sophie (FULL)

Saturday, February 101:00—3:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Needham Public Health to Host AED Walk-in Training and AED Scavenger Hunt

Needham Public Health to Host AED Walk-in Training and AED Scavenger HuntNeedham Public Health to Host AED Walk-in Training and AED Scavenger HuntNeedham Public Health (NPH) is hosting a walk-in training for automated external defibrillators (AEDs) on Saturday, February 10th from 1-3 pm in the Community Room of the Needham Public Library.…Learn More
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Monday, February 1210:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Monkey Mind Belly Breath Children's Yoga

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 More

Monday, February 123:45—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Girls Who Code Spring 2024

Girls Who Code Spring 2024Girls Who Code is Back!  Join Librarian Ms. V. to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment.   No computers needed - Chromebooks will be provided for all participants.   You will need access to an email and create a password to use the tutorials on HQ.…Learn More

Monday, February 124:00—4:45 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

African Folktales with Bright Star Theater

African Folktales with Bright Star TheaterAfrican Folktales is a 45 minute production that brings to life the vastness of the African landscape and a variety of clever animals.   With imaginative costumes and lots of audience participation. Best appreciated by grades Pre-K through 5th. This program was generously sponsored by the Library Foundation of Needham.

Monday, February 127:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Virtual - Black Girl Love: Indie Romance Writers Panel with Alexandria House, Katrina Jackson, and I

Virtual - Black Girl Love: Indie Romance Writers Panel with Alexandria House, Katrina Jackson, and IVirtual - Black Girl Love: Indie Romance Writers Panel with Alexandria House, Katrina Jackson, and Ines Johnson**Please register here for this event and you'll receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails - make sure to check your spam folder for them.…Learn More
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Tuesday, February 131:00—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 - Straight Man by Richard Russo - Hybrid Event

NFPL Afternoon Book Club - Straight Man by Richard Russo - Hybrid Event Straight Man by Richard RussoWilliam Henry Devereaux, Jr. , is the reluctant chairman of the English department of a badly underfunded college in the Pennsylvania rust belt. Devereaux's reluctance is partly rooted in his character—he is a born anarchist—and partly in the fact that his department is more savagely divided than the Balkans.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 133:30—4:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

- Read to Tucker (4 Events)

Read to TuckerTucker, 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 More
Select an occurrence to register for:

Tuesday, February 133:30—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

CANCELED - Love the Numbers with RSM

Love the Numbers with RSM - Feb. 2024Love The Numbers: Celebrate Valentine's Day and join RSM for heart-themed math activities, puzzles and prizes! Drop-in, no registration required. For grades K to 12

Tuesday, February 133:45—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
4:15—4:45 PMReading Tutor (FULL)
4:45—5:15 PMReading Tutor
5:15—5:45 PMReading Tutor
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Wednesday, February 1410:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Budding Bookworms

Budding BookwormsA 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.  
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Thursday, February 153:30—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Lego Time

Lego TimeDrop-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, February 157:00—8:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Needham Community Writing Contest Awards Ceremony!

Needham Community Writing Contest Awards Ceremony - 2024Hey Friends!For those of you who participated in the 2nd Annual K-12 Needham Community Writing Contest . .. the results are IN!  Join us in the Needham Free Public Library's Community Room for a reception and rewards ceremony for the announcement of the winners on the evening of Thursday, February 15th!  This is a family affair, so feel free to bring anyone you wish!Awards will be given to the 5 Categories:PreK-Grade 2Grade 3 - Grade 5Grade 6 - Grade 8Grade 9 - Grade 12Poetry (All Grades)*Winners do not need to be present to win, they will be contacted after the event in the case they are absent*Looking for more information on the writing contest?  Check out and submit pieces here: bit.…Learn More
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Friday, February 16All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Order an Earth Day Tree

Order an Earth Day Tree Order a free sapling to plant for Earth Day 2024. Trees need to be ordered by March 15 through the Neighborhood Forest website.  Register online at www. neighborhoodforest. org, choose Needham Free Public Library as your institution and receive your free sapling for Earth Day 2024.…Learn More

Friday, February 1610:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Music at the Blissful

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 More

Friday, February 1611:30 AM—12:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Raising a Reader

Raising a ReaderLearn 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.   This program is full and no longer taking registration.
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Friday, February 16All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Order an Earth Day Tree

Order an Earth Day Tree Order a free sapling to plant for Earth Day 2024. Trees need to be ordered by March 15 through the Neighborhood Forest website.  Register online at www. neighborhoodforest. org, choose Needham Free Public Library as your institution and receive your free sapling for Earth Day 2024.…Learn More

Saturday, February 172:30—3:30 PMInside, Young Adult RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Drop-In Doodle Club!

Doodle Club Meetings - February 2024Hey there friends and happy February!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 1st and 2nd to last Saturdays of this month.…Learn More
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Friday, February 16All DayOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Order an Earth Day Tree

Order an Earth Day Tree Order a free sapling to plant for Earth Day 2024. Trees need to be ordered by March 15 through the Neighborhood Forest website.  Register online at www. neighborhoodforest. org, choose Needham Free Public Library as your institution and receive your free sapling for Earth Day 2024.…Learn More
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Monday, February 193:45—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

CANCELED - Girls Who Code Spring 2024

Girls Who Code Spring 2024Girls Who Code is Back!  Join Librarian Ms. V. to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment.   No computers needed - Chromebooks will be provided for all participants.   You will need access to an email and create a password to use the tutorials on HQ.…Learn More
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Tuesday, February 209:00 AM—12:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Needham Garden Club

Meets monthly on the Third Wednesday, September-April,  except in February and April - Fourth Wednesday.   

Tuesday, February 204:00—5:45 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Interactive Movie Afternoon - Disney's Encanto! (Kits For Ages 10 - 18)

Interactive Movie Afternoon  - Disney's Encanto! (Kits For Ages 10 - 18)I hear there's this person we're not supposed to be talking about??  Let's watch the film and talk about him an other characters from Disney's Encanto!  Join us for a fun Interactive Movie viewing of Disney's Encanto!  Each person who registers (before February 13th) will receive a kit full of interactive bits that get to be used (or eaten) during the movie!  Scripts will be provided to all in attendance.…Learn More
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Wednesday, February 2110:00—11:00 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Buildwave Workshop

Buildwave WorkshopBuildwave is a creative building program that feels like a video game! Workshop participants create with over a dozen different building materials, including Legos, PlusPlus and Buildwave materials. The workshop is structured like a video game with audiovisuals and music that guide participants through the different building waves.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 211:00—2:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

VIRTUAL: AI-Powered Productivity: Unleashing Your Potential with Innovative AI Tools

VIRTUAL: AI-Powered Productivity: Unleashing Your Potential with Innovative AI ToolsVIRTUAL: AI-Powered Productivity: Unleashing Your Potential with Innovative AI Tools**Please register here for this event and you'll receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails - make sure to check your spam folder for them. The email will be coming from Cary Public Library**In this presentation, we will delve into the exciting world of AI-powered productivity tools and their transformative impact.…Learn More
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Thursday, February 222:00—3:15 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Virtual - Author and Craftsperson Peter Bellerby Discusses "The Globemakers: The Curious Story of an

Virtual - Author and Craftsperson Peter Bellerby Discusses "The Globemakers: The Curious Story of anVirtual - Author and Craftsperson Peter Bellerby Discusses "The Globemakers: The Curious Story of an Ancient Craft"**Please register here for this event and you'll receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails - make sure to check your spam folder for them.…Learn More

Thursday, February 223:30—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Lego Time

Lego TimeDrop-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.
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Friday, February 2310:00—10:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Terrific Toddlers

Terrific ToddlersStorytime with songs, fingerplay and movement for children aged 2 and 3 with their caregiver.  

Friday, February 232:00—3:20 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Vacation Day Movie - Vivo

Vacation Day Movie - VivoA music-loving kinkajou embarks on the journey of a lifetime to fulfill his destiny and deliver a love song for an old friend. Original music by Lin-Manuel Miranda. PG, 95 minutes, 2021.
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Saturday, February 2411:00 AM—12:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Bach 2 Rock Instrument Petting Zoo

Bach 2 Rock Instrument Petting ZooCome visit the Bach to Rock instrument petting zoo where kids and adults of all ages can try out rock band instruments, ask B2R's talented staff musical question and learn about B2R! Drop-in, no registration required. For ages 4 and up!
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Sunday, February 252:00—3:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

The Modernistics Trio - Gershwin Celebration: Celebrating George and Ira Gershwin

The Modernistics Trio - Gershwin Celebration: Celebrating George and Ira GershwinThe Modernistics Trio - A Gershwin Celebration: Celebrating George and Ira GershwinThe Modernistics are Ted Powers, guitar, ukulele, banjo, tap and vocals; Peter H. Bloom, flute; and Dave Zox, double-bass. These three artists have performed and taught extensively in the United States and abroad.…Learn More
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Monday, February 2610:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Preschool Palooza

Preschool PaloozaJoin librarian Elise for 45 minutes of songs, stories, and movement!  For children ages 3 through 6.

Monday, February 2611:00—11:45 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Baby Playgroup

Baby PlaygroupJoin us for stories, gross motor play, and caregiver support. Babies and caregivers are expected to attend all 5 sessions, Registration Required. For infants ages 0 to 1 and a caregiver, hosted by Needham Youth & Family Services and Family Access Community Connections.…Learn More

Monday, February 263:45—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Girls Who Code Spring 2024

Girls Who Code Spring 2024Girls Who Code is Back!  Join Librarian Ms. V. to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment.   No computers needed - Chromebooks will be provided for all participants.   You will need access to an email and create a password to use the tutorials on HQ.…Learn More

Monday, February 267:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

VIRTUAL: An Evening with Romance Authors Ali Hazelwood, Nikki Payne & Denise Williams

VIRTUAL: An Evening with Romance Authors Ali Hazelwood, Nikki Payne & Denise WilliamsVIRTUAL: An Evening with Romance Authors Ali Hazelwood, Nikki Payne & Denise WilliamsMONDAY, February 26,2024 7:00—8:00 PM Online - Courtesy of the Tewksbury Public Library **PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM.…Learn More
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Tuesday, February 2711:30 AM—12:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Dance Me a Story

Dance Me a StoryJoin 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!

Tuesday, February 273:30—4:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

- Read to Tucker (4 Events)

Read to TuckerTucker, 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 More
Select an occurrence to register for:
3:30—3:50 PMRead to Tucker
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, February 273:45—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
4:45—5:15 PMReading Tutor (FULL)
5:15—5:45 PMReading Tutor (FULL)

Tuesday, February 277:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Virtual - Celebrating the 30th Book Anniversary of "The Beekeeper's Apprentice" with Author Laurie R

Virtual - Celebrating the 30th Book Anniversary of "The Beekeeper's Apprentice" with Author Laurie RVirtual - Celebrating the 30th Book Anniversary of "The Beekeeper's Apprentice" with Author Laurie R. King**Please register here for this event and you'll receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails - make sure to check your spam folder for them.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 277:30—9:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

LFN Author Series: Rachel Silber Devlin - Snapshots of my Father, John Silber

LFN Author Series: Rachel Silber Devlin - Snapshots of my Father, John SilberLFN Author Series: Rachel Silber Devlin - Snapshots of my Father, John SilberGrowing up as one of John Silber's seven children, Rachel Silber Devlin had a front row seat to the controversies that surrounded the most important issues of the day. John Silber was a great thinker on the national stage, and as president of Boston University he and his wife, Kathryn, got to meet everyone from world leaders to artists, scientists to athletes.…Learn More
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Wednesday, February 2810:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Budding Bookworms

Budding BookwormsA 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, February 287:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

VIRTUAL: The Economic Response to Russia's Invasion of Ukraine

VIRTUAL: The Economic Response to Russia's Invasion of UkraineVIRTUAL: The Economic Response to Russia's Invasion of UkraineTHURSDAY, February 28,2024 7:00—8:00 PM Online - Courtesy of the Tewksbury Public Library **PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.…Learn More
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Thursday, February 2910:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Fine Motor Crafts for Toddlers

Fine Motor Crafts for ToddlersPractice fine motor skills matching colors and creating artwork.   The drop-in workshop is open from 10 to 11. Toddlers may need to wait outside in our playspace for a seat if the room is full.

Thursday, February 293:30—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Lego Time

Lego TimeDrop-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, February 293:30—5:15 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

"Holiday" Movie: Leap Year (2010, PG)

Movie Viewing  Leap Year (2010) - February 2024Leap Years only come around once every 4 years.   Amy Adams and her costar, Matthew Goode are up to something in this funny RomCom about a woman named Anna Brady  who plans to travel to Dublin, Ireland to propose to her boyfriend Jeremy on February 29, leap day, because, according to Irish tradition, a man who receives a marriage proposal on a leap day must accept it.…Learn More

Thursday, February 297:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494

Virtual - Authors Amina Akhtar and Sonali Dev In Conversation

Virtual - Authors Amina Akhtar and Sonali Dev In ConversationVirtual - Authors Amina Akhtar and Sonali Dev In Conversation**Please register here for this event and you'll receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails - make sure to check your spam folder for them. The email will be coming from Ashland Public Library**What do Amina Akhtar and Sonali Dev have in common? Well, for one, they are both fantastic authors in their genres of thriller and women's fiction.…Learn More