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Tuesday, January 210:00—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 up3
Wednesday, January 310:00—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, January 311:00 AM—1:15 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Needham Extended Day Program
Needham Extended Day Program - Continuing Education for staff.
Wednesday, January 33:30—3:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Berry
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 MoreWednesday, January 33:50—4:10 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Berry
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 MoreWednesday, January 34:10—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Berry
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 More4
Thursday, January 410:00—10:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Come Dance with Charles River Ballet Academy!
Join Ms. Emily from Charles River Ballet Academy for a morning of creative dance, with stretching, ballet positions, and dance games as we bring a ballet story to life through dance. For boys and girls aged 3 to 5 with a caregiver. Charles River Ballet Academy, Needham’s classical ballet school, offers classes for children and adults at its Needham Center studios.…Learn MoreThursday, January 43:00—4:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Looking to Volunteer? Join the VOLUNTEENS! (Ages 12-18)
More info coming shortly!Volunteering opportunities for ages 12 - 18Apply to join today! Applications to join can be found at the Circulation and Reference Department Service Desks, or email neeya @ Thursday, January 43:30—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, January 46:30—9:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Sober in the Suburbs - Support Group Meeting
Sober in the Suburbs - Support Group Meeting
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Saturday, January 610:00 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, January 62:30—3:30 PMInside, Young Adult RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Drop-In Doodle Club!
Hey there friends and happy new year! January is here!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 More7
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Monday, January 810:00—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 6.9
Tuesday, January 91:00—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 - Lucy by the Sea by Elizabeth Strout - Hybrid Event
Lucy by the Sea: A Novel by Elizabeth StroutWith her trademark spare, crystalline prose—a voice infused with “intimate, fragile, desperate humanness” (The Washington Post)—Elizabeth Strout turns her exquisitely tuned eye to the inner workings of the human heart, following the indomitable heroine of My Name Is Lucy Barton through the early days of the pandemic.…Learn More
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Wednesday, January 109:00 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, January 1010:00—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, January 102:00—4:15 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Young Adult Movie : Barbie Movie
Join your friends for a half-day afternoon as we watch the 2023 movie, Barbie in the Community Room!
Some snacks and refreshments provided, but feel free to bring your own food!
(Rating: PG-13; for suggestive references and brief language. )…Learn MoreWednesday, January 103:30—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)
Wednesday, January 106:30—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
Wednesday, January 107:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
VIRTUAL-The Two Nerdy History Girls Ride Again!
VIRTUAL-The Two Nerdy History Girls Ride Again!**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**We're at it again! We keep having so much fun with Loretta and Susan that we had to keep bringing them back for encore performances.…Learn More11
Thursday, January 1110:00—10:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Bach2Rock - Instrument Petting Zoo Storytime
Special guests Bach 2 Rock will bring their instrument petting zoo to our storytime with songs for children aged 2 and 3 with their caregiver.
Children and adults can try out different instruments and hear live music!
Thursday, January 113:30—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, January 113:45—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 (FULL)
5:15—5:45 PMReading Tutor (FULL)
Thursday, January 117:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
VIRTUAL: Journalism Professor & Author Dan Kennedy Discusses 'What Works In Community News'
VIRTUAL: Journalism Professor & Author Dan Kennedy Discusses 'What Works In Community News'THURSDAY, January 11,2024 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 More12
Friday, January 1210:00—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 More13
Saturday, January 1310:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Pint Size Yoga
Little 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 4-7. Child-only participation encouraged. Registration Required!This program is generously sponsored by the Library Foundation of Needham.Saturday, January 132:00—2:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Wushu Martial Arts
New England Wushu Martial Arts Performance. Wushu comprises two main components of practice: Taolu and Sanda. Taolu consists of choreographed routines with stances, kicks, weapon skills, and tumbling. Sanda combines kickboxing with grappling techniques.…Learn More14
Sunday, January 142:00—3:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
**Date Change**Friends Program: Dr. Maureen O’Connor - How to Strengthen the Aging Brain
**Date Change** Friends Program: Dr. Maureen O’Connor - How to Strengthen the Aging BrainPsychologist K. Maureen O’Connor, Psy. D. , will discuss the latest scientific evidence on lifestyle factors that are important in promoting successful brain aging.…Learn More15
Monday, January 15Library Closed
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Tuesday, January 169:00 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, January 163:30—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 PMCANCELED - Read to Tucker (FULL)
3:50—4:10 PMCANCELED - Read to Tucker (FULL)
4:10—4:30 PMCANCELED - Read to Tucker (FULL)
4:30—4:50 PMCANCELED - Read to Tucker (FULL)
Tuesday, January 163:45—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, January 1710:00—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, January 1711:00 AM—1:15 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Needham Extended Day Program
Needham Extended Day Program - Continuing Education for staff.
Wednesday, January 173:30—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)
Wednesday, January 177:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual - La Serenissima - A Sojourn in Venice with Bruce Magnuson
Virtual - La Serenissima - A Sojourn in Venice with Bruce Magnuson**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**Venice has been known as the Most Serene Republic (La Serenissima).…Learn MoreWednesday, January 177:00—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, January 1810:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - 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, January 183:30—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, January 187:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual Comic Book Book Club Meeting!
Looking for something new to do in the new year? Why not try joining our Comic Book Book Club! Third Thursdays just got 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 an adapted take on an interesting and classic dystopian read!
Join us as we discuss Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451 : the Authorized Adaptation" by Tim Hamilton ; introduction by Ray Bradbury as a group!Summary: Fifty-five years ago Ray Bradbury envisioned one of the world’s most unforgettable dystopian futures.…Learn More
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Friday, January 1910:00—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 MoreFriday, January 193:15—4:50 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Afterschool Movie: Trolls Band Together
Come singalong with your favorite Trolls! PG, 2023, 1 hour and 32 minutes. No registration required.20
Saturday, January 20All DayLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Friends of the Needham Public Library Winter Book Sale Setup
The Community Room will be unavailable January 20-25 for setup for the Friends of the Needham Library annual Winter Book Sale.Saturday, January 2010:00—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 (FULL)
10:40—11:00 AMRead to Sophie (FULL)
11:00—11:20 AMRead to Sophie (FULL)
Saturday, January 202:30—3:30 PMInside, Young Adult RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Drop-In Doodle Club!
Hey there friends and happy new year! January is here!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 More21
Saturday, January 20All DayLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Friends of the Needham Public Library Winter Book Sale Setup
The Community Room will be unavailable January 20-25 for setup for the Friends of the Needham Library annual Winter Book Sale.22
Saturday, January 20All DayLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Friends of the Needham Public Library Winter Book Sale Setup
The Community Room will be unavailable January 20-25 for setup for the Friends of the Needham Library annual Winter Book Sale.Monday, January 22All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Kit Giveaways for Tweens, Teens & Adults - New Year New Craft
Have you missed out on any of the Needham Library's previous Take and Make Craft Kits for tween/teens or adults? Well now's your chance to get a kit! We are cleaning out our extra supplies and we have extra adult and extra tween/teen craft kits that we are handing out the week of January 9-14th!
No registration required, first come first served (please only 1 kit per person). Both tween/teen and adult craft kits will be available.Monday, January 227:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual - Author Jennifer Keishin Armstrong discusses "So Fetch The Making of Mean Girls"
Virtual - Author Jennifer Keishin Armstrong discusses "So Fetch The Making of Mean Girls (And Why We're Still So Obsessed with It) "**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 More23
Saturday, January 20All DayLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Friends of the Needham Public Library Winter Book Sale Setup
The Community Room will be unavailable January 20-25 for setup for the Friends of the Needham Library annual Winter Book Sale.Monday, January 22All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Kit Giveaways for Tweens, Teens & Adults - New Year New Craft
Have you missed out on any of the Needham Library's previous Take and Make Craft Kits for tween/teens or adults? Well now's your chance to get a kit! We are cleaning out our extra supplies and we have extra adult and extra tween/teen craft kits that we are handing out the week of January 9-14th!
No registration required, first come first served (please only 1 kit per person). Both tween/teen and adult craft kits will be available.Tuesday, January 233:30—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Afterschool Crafts
Afterschool in the Craft/Snack Room while supplies last.
Tuesday, January 237:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual - Celebrating a Book Birthday with Author Gabe Cole Novoa
Virtual - Celebrating a Book Birthday with Author Gabe Cole Novoa**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**We are celebrating the release of Gabe's book, Most Ardently with cake and conversation! This is a "Pride and Prejudice" Remix like you've never seen! We hope you can join us for what will be a fascinating and fun evening.…Learn More24
Saturday, January 20All DayLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Friends of the Needham Public Library Winter Book Sale Setup
The Community Room will be unavailable January 20-25 for setup for the Friends of the Needham Library annual Winter Book Sale.Monday, January 22All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Kit Giveaways for Tweens, Teens & Adults - New Year New Craft
Have you missed out on any of the Needham Library's previous Take and Make Craft Kits for tween/teens or adults? Well now's your chance to get a kit! We are cleaning out our extra supplies and we have extra adult and extra tween/teen craft kits that we are handing out the week of January 9-14th!
No registration required, first come first served (please only 1 kit per person). Both tween/teen and adult craft kits will be available.Wednesday, January 2410:00—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, January 243:30—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:
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Saturday, January 20All DayLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Friends of the Needham Public Library Winter Book Sale Setup
The Community Room will be unavailable January 20-25 for setup for the Friends of the Needham Library annual Winter Book Sale.Monday, January 22All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Kit Giveaways for Tweens, Teens & Adults - New Year New Craft
Have you missed out on any of the Needham Library's previous Take and Make Craft Kits for tween/teens or adults? Well now's your chance to get a kit! We are cleaning out our extra supplies and we have extra adult and extra tween/teen craft kits that we are handing out the week of January 9-14th!
No registration required, first come first served (please only 1 kit per person). Both tween/teen and adult craft kits will be available.Thursday, January 2510:00—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, January 253:30—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.26
Monday, January 22All DayInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Kit Giveaways for Tweens, Teens & Adults - New Year New Craft
Have you missed out on any of the Needham Library's previous Take and Make Craft Kits for tween/teens or adults? Well now's your chance to get a kit! We are cleaning out our extra supplies and we have extra adult and extra tween/teen craft kits that we are handing out the week of January 9-14th!
No registration required, first come first served (please only 1 kit per person). Both tween/teen and adult craft kits will be available.Friday, January 2611:30 AM—12:00 PMInside, Children's 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 More
Friends of the Library Winter 2024 Book Sale28
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Monday, January 297:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual - Panel Discussion: The Challenges & Rewards of Being a Debut Author
Virtual - Panel Discussion: The Challenges & Rewards of Being a Debut Author**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**We had such a great experience last year with our debut author panel (and learned so much!) that we had to do it again! This time, we welcome authors Lauren J.…Learn MoreMonday, January 297:30—9:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Friends of the Needham Public Library Board Meeting
Board Meeting of the Friends of the Needham Public Library.
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Tuesday, January 3010:00—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 MoreTuesday, January 303:30—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, January 307:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual - Q&A with author Daniel N. Warshawsky of his book "Food Waste, Food Insecurity, and the Glo
Virtual -Q&A with author Daniel N. Warshawsky of his book "Food Waste, Food Insecurity, and the Globalization of Food Banks"**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 MoreTuesday, January 307:30—9:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
LFN Author Series: Bruce Cohen, PhD - Excusercise: Inexcusable excuses for not exercising
LFN Author Series: Bruce Cohen, PhD - Excusercise: Inexcusable excuses for not exercisingAs we head into the new year, many of us are struggling to keep up with our familiar resolution of improving our health.
Bruce Cohen is an exercise, health and sports psychologist/physiologist who has worked with the U.…Learn More31
Wednesday, January 3110:00—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, January 3111:00 AM—1:15 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Needham Extended Day Program
Needham Extended Day Program - Continuing Education for staff.
Wednesday, January 314:00—5:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Vinci STEAM Robotics
Explore hands-on STEAM activities with Vinci STEAM Educations, including building robots. for grade 3 to 7. Registration required.