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Monday, July 110:00—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, July 110:00 AM—8:30 PMInside, UpstairsNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Reference Desk- 2nd floorNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Take and Make Craft Pick-Up: Perler Beads (For Ages 10-18)
The Young Adult Librarian, Erin, has a take-home 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? Interested in fusing things together just by heating them up? See how plastic melds together to form one solid thing by heating it for a few seconds! Register for this easy perler bead kit!
Registration is limited to the first 15 people at the moment, each participant will need to sign up individually for a kit.…Learn MoreMonday, July 17:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
VIRTUAL: The Alaskan Blonde: Sex, Secrets & The Hollywood Story That Shocked America
VIRTUAL: The Alaskan Blonde: Sex, Secrets & The Hollywood Story That Shocked America**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 Tewksbury Public Library**Anthony Award-nominated and National Indie Excellence Award Winner James T.…Learn More2
Tuesday, July 210:00—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. Tuesday, July 27:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
VIRTUAL: The Women Of The Mayflower
VIRTUAL: The Women Of The Mayflower**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 Tewksbury Public Library**RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded.…Learn More3
Wednesday, July 310:00—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.
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Saturday, July 610:30—11:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Bach 2 Rock Instrument Petting Zoo
Come 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 3 and up!7
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Monday, July 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.Monday, July 84:00—4:45 PMOutsideNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Magician Matt Matthews
Be amazed as objects disappear, reappear, and transform before your very eyes! Magic and laughs for the whole family. For ages 4 and up. This event will now be held inside at Memorial Park Field House.Monday, July 85:30—6:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Code Made Easy! - An Intro, Hands-On Class to the Python Coding Language!
Want to learn how to use Python, a Coding Language? Join Needham High School student Harshini as you explore coding in a fun and friendly environment. Bring a laptop with chrome - or if you don't have access to one, Chromebooks can be provided for participants.…Learn More
Monday, July 87:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
A Virtual Tour of the Bata Shoe Museum
A Virtual Tour of the Bata Shoe Museum**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**Feet are the same around the world, but what we wear can be so different! Learn why with a virtual tour of the Bata Shoe Museum! As the only museum in North America dedicated to footwear (located in Toronto, Canada), the BSM showcases 4,500 years of history and nearly 15,000 artifacts in its collection.…Learn More9
Tuesday, July 9All DayInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Stuffy Sleepover
Drop your stuffy (stuffed animal) off for a sleepover at the Literacy Land Nature Reserve (Children's room). Pick up your stuffy Wednesday, July 10, and discover what fun they had at the Library. Drop off is between 9 am and 6:30 pm on Tuesday, July 9.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 910:00—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. Tuesday, July 97:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
VIRTUAL: Bestselling Author Dawn Tripp Discusses "Jackie" (A Novel About Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis)
VIRTUAL: Bestselling Author Dawn Tripp Discusses "Jackie" (A Novel About Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis)**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, July 9All DayInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Stuffy Sleepover
Drop your stuffy (stuffed animal) off for a sleepover at the Literacy Land Nature Reserve (Children's room). Pick up your stuffy Wednesday, July 10, and discover what fun they had at the Library. Drop off is between 9 am and 6:30 pm on Tuesday, July 9.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 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, July 1012:30—1:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Cup and Chaucer, an NFPL Poetry Discussion Group
Cup and Chaucer, an NFPL Poetry Discussion Group for Adults and TeensCup and Chaucer meets the first Wednesday of each month (with exceptions for holiday weeks in July 2024, September 2024, and January 2025) at 12:30pm. Please note: This month we will be meeting on the second Wednesday of the month, July 10, 2024.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 106:30—8:45 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Metro West Knitters Guild
Meets monthly on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
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Thursday, July 113:00—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
NFPL Art Committee Meeting
Needham Free Public Library Art Committee MeetingThursday, July 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, July 114:00—6:00 PMFriends of the Needham Library Art Gallery, 2nd FloorNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Artist Meet and Greet with Sarah Fuhro
Artist Meet and Greet with Sarah FuhroFriends Art Gallery - 2nd Floor - Display CasesThursday, July 115:30—6:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Code Made Easy! - An Intro, Hands-On Class to the Python Coding Language!
Want to learn how to use Python, a Coding Language? Join Needham High School student Harshini as you explore coding in a fun and friendly environment. Bring a laptop with chrome - or if you don't have access to one, Chromebooks can be provided for participants.…Learn More
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Saturday, July 1310:00—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. 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.Saturday, July 1310:20—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. 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.Saturday, July 1310:40—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. 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.Saturday, July 1311:00—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. 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.Saturday, July 132:00—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Teen Tech Take Apart with the Girl Scouts!
Want to take things apart? Would you like to try and recycle old things into new things?We've been upgrading our Public Computer terminals here at the library and have some computer parts just hanging around that we can play with and turn into new things!Come join us for some Tech Recycling fun!All ages welcome (though, mostly aimed towards ages 8 and up as small pieces are going to be more difficult for younger folk)Any questions, feel free to contact our Young Adult Librarian, Erin! - neeya @ minlib.…Learn More14
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Monday, July 1510:00—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 MoreMonday, July 155:30—6:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Code Made Easy! - An Intro, Hands-On Class to the Python Coding Language!
Want to learn how to use Python, a Coding Language? Join Needham High School student Harshini as you explore coding in a fun and friendly environment. Bring a laptop with chrome - or if you don't have access to one, Chromebooks can be provided for participants.…Learn More
Monday, July 157:00—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 More16
Tuesday, July 1610:00—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. Tuesday, July 164:00—4:45 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Insect Tales Puppet Show by John Lechner
Local author/illustrator John Lechner presents a musical, interactive puppet show for all ages! A hoverfly named Phinni shares a meadow with a long-legged fly, a grouchy beetle, and a shy butterfly. But when a storm washes away their home, they must search for a new place to live, all while avoiding the praying mantis! Performed with table-top puppets, this story weaves together facts about insects and their lives, and builds appreciation for the natural world.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 167:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
VIRTUAL: World War II & Massachusetts
VIRTUAL: World War II & Massachusetts**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 Tewksbury Public Library**RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded.…Learn More17
Wednesday, July 1710:00—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.
Wednesday, July 172:00—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Young Adult Movie : Stick It (a PG-13, 2006 Gymnastics Movie)
You getting ready and excited to watch the Olympics beginning July 26th?Why not get a preview of one of the sports with a summer afternoon movie viewing with your friends as we watch the 2006 movie, Stick It in the Community Room!
Some snacks and refreshments…Learn More18
Thursday, July 1810:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Terrific Toddlers Lucia
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, July 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, July 185:30—6:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Code Made Easy! - An Intro, Hands-On Class to the Python Coding Language!
Want to learn how to use Python, a Coding Language? Join Needham High School student Harshini as you explore coding in a fun and friendly environment. Bring a laptop with chrome - or if you don't have access to one, Chromebooks can be provided for participants.…Learn More
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Friday, July 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 More20
Saturday, July 2010:30—11:00 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Chinese Storytime
A storytime in Chinese to promote reading, speaking and learning about Chinese culture. For ages 2 to 5 with an adult.21
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Monday, July 2210:00—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, July 224:00—4:45 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Incredible Earthworms
Learn about earthworms and their important role in the environment. Discover an earthworm's anatomy and learn how it has adapted to its life underground. Observe live earthworms up close. For ages 4 and up.Monday, July 225:30—6:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Code Made Easy! - An Intro, Hands-On Class to the Python Coding Language!
Want to learn how to use Python, a Coding Language? Join Needham High School student Harshini as you explore coding in a fun and friendly environment. Bring a laptop with chrome - or if you don't have access to one, Chromebooks can be provided for participants.…Learn More
Monday, July 227:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual - True Crime Writer Dean Jobb, author of A GENTLEMAN AND A THIEF, in conversation with Joe P
Virtual - True Crime Writer Dean Jobb, author of A GENTLEMAN AND A THIEF, in conversation with Joe Pompeo**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
Tuesday, July 2310:00—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. Tuesday, July 234:00—4:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Dance Me a Story
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Join dancers from Joanne Langione Dance Center for a fun event where music, movement and literature align to encourage exploration and imaginative play! Best for ages 2 and up but all are welcome!Tuesday, July 237:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual - Celebrating a Book Launch with Author Rachelle Bergstein: "The Genius of Judy"
Virtual - Celebrating a Book Launch with Author Rachelle Bergstein: "The Genius of Judy: How Judy Blume Rewrote Childhood for All of Us"**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 More24
Wednesday, July 2410:00—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.
Wednesday, July 247:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual Author Talk: Erin E. Adams
Virtual Author Talk: Erin E. Adams**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 Watertown Public Library**Join acclaimed author of JACKAL, Erin E.…Learn More25
Thursday, July 2510:00—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 upThursday, July 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.Thursday, July 255:30—6:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Code Made Easy! - An Intro, Hands-On Class to the Python Coding Language!
Want to learn how to use Python, a Coding Language? Join Needham High School student Harshini as you explore coding in a fun and friendly environment. Bring a laptop with chrome - or if you don't have access to one, Chromebooks can be provided for participants.…Learn More
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Friday, July 2611:00 AM—1:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Vacation Movie: Moana
An adventurous teenager sails out on a daring mission to save her people. During her journey, Moana meets the once-mighty demigod Maui, who guides her in her quest to become a master way-finder. Together they sail across the open ocean on an action-packed voyage, encountering enormous monsters and impossible odds.…Learn More27
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Monday, July 2910:00—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, July 295:30—6:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Code Made Easy! - An Intro, Hands-On Class to the Python Coding Language!
Want to learn how to use Python, a Coding Language? Join Needham High School student Harshini as you explore coding in a fun and friendly environment. Bring a laptop with chrome - or if you don't have access to one, Chromebooks can be provided for participants.…Learn More
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Tuesday, July 3010:00—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. Tuesday, July 307:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual – Author Christina Dodd discusses her latest novel "A Daughter of Fair Verona" with Susan
Virtual – Author Christina Dodd discusses her latest novel "A Daughter of Fair Verona" with Susan Elizabeth Phillips**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 More31
Wednesday, July 3110:00—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.
Wednesday, July 312:00—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Gaming and Chill Zone for ALL Ages!
Looking for something fun to do on a summer afternoon? 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 More