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Monday, June 33:30—4:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
ReThink the Internet - a Book Club for 4th - 6th Graders - Meeting 7 - LAST ONE
The Needham Free Public Library in collaboration with the Needham Community Council’s Mindful Community program, the Needham Online Safety Coalition, and the Becca Schmill Foundation have started something new! It's an all-new Book Club to discuss the book "ReThink the Internet: How to Make The Digital World a Lot Less Sucky" by Trisha Prabhu for those in Grades 4, 5, and 6!
Join Emm (one of our Teen VolunTeens who will be helping to lead discussions), Erin (our Young Adult Librarian), and Paula (our Children's Department Supervisor) as we learn about the digital world and how to effectively (and safely) navigate life online in a safe environment! Each participant will be given a book to hold onto while the book club is meeting.…Learn More
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Tuesday, June 410:00—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.
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Wednesday, June 511:00 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, June 512:30—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 at 12:30pm. Bring your tea or coffee and a snack and join us for a "taste of poetry!" Each month we will look at several poems by a well-known poet.…Learn More
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Thursday, June 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 up
Thursday, June 63:00—4:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Looking to Volunteer? Join the VOLUNTEENS! (Ages 12-18)
6th Official Meeting of an ALL NEW Library Volunteer Group for Teens - the VolunTeens - Volunteering opportunities for ages 12 - 18 - AND LAST OFFICIAL MEETING OF THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR!Need to get some Community Service Hours Completed before graduation? For National Honor Society? For a Scouting Project? For another reason? .…Learn More
Thursday, June 63:30—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, June 63:45—4:15 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Reading Tutor
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
Thursday, June 64:15—4:45 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Reading Tutor
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
Thursday, June 64:45—5:15 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Reading Tutor
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
Thursday, June 65:15—5:45 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Reading Tutor
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
Thursday, June 67:30—9:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Friends Annual Meeting and Program: Emily Norton, “The State of the Charles River”
Friends Annual Meeting and Program: Emily Norton, “The State of the Charles River”The Charles River flows through Needham and nearby communities, defining and enhancing our lives. Once a fetid waterway clogged with trash and polluted with industrial discharges and raw sewage, this iconic natural feature today is hailed as one of the cleanest urban rivers in America.…Learn More
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Friday, June 710:00—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 More
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Saturday, June 810:00—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 4-6. Child-only participation encouraged. Registration Required!This program is generously sponsored by the Library Foundation of Needham.
Saturday, June 810:00—10:20 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Gabby
Gabby, a hypoallergenic Logoto Romagnolo, 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.
Saturday, June 810:20—10:40 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Gabby
Gabby, a hypoallergenic Logoto Romagnolo, 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.
Saturday, June 810:40—11:00 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Gabby
Gabby, a hypoallergenic Logoto Romagnolo, 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.
Saturday, June 81:00—3:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Needham Public Health to Host AED Walk-in Training
Needham Public Health to Host AED Walk-in Training Needham Public Health (NPH) is hosting a walk-in training for automated external defibrillators (AEDs) on Saturday, June 8th from 1-3 pm in the Community Room of the Needham Public Library. An AED is used to help those experiencing sudden cardiac arrest.…Learn More
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Monday, June 1010:00—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.
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Tuesday, June 1110:00—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, June 111:00—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 - The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray
The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher MurrayIn her twenties, Belle da Costa Greene is hired by J. P. Morgan to curate a collection of rare manuscripts, books, and artwork for his newly built Pierpont Morgan Library. Belle becomes a fixture in New York City society and one of the most powerful people in the art and book world, known for her impeccable taste and shrewd negotiating for critical works as she helps create a world-class collection.…Learn More
Tuesday, June 114:00—5:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Pop-Up Art Rainbow Pin - Space Available!
Join us for a special Pride–themed workshop. Craft a small felted pin featuring a rainbow and a smiling cloud. Students are welcome to add their own personal touches to their design. Learn the joy of needle felting with Pop up Art School in a friendly environment.…Learn More
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Wednesday, June 129:00 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, June 126:30—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, June 133:30—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.
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Friday, June 1410:00—10:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - 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 More
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Saturday, June 1510:00—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, June 1510:20—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, June 1510:40—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, June 1511:00—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.
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Monday, June 1710:00—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 More
Monday, June 174:00—4:45 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
The B Hive book reading with Mr. Steve
Our wonderful, pre-COVID librarian is back with his first book The B Hive. Come learn about Bs and Bees and enjoy a craft with Mr. Steve! For ages 3 and up.
Monday, June 177:30—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, June 1810:00—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, June 184:00—4:45 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Capoeira Afro-Brazilian Dancers
Capoeira is a martial art form with Afro-Brazilian roots. Originally developed by enslaved peoples as a form of resistance, it incorporates elements of acrobatics, dance, and music. For ages 5 and up.…Learn More
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Wednesday, June 19Library Closed
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Thursday, June 2010:00—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 More
Thursday, June 203:30—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, June 207:00—9:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Game Night with Gene Mackles
Game Night with Gene MacklesIf you are a fan of WGBH, NBC Sports, HGTV, The Food Network, and The History Channel, then the work of Gene Mackles should be familiar!
As a chief designer for such award-winning programs and series as NOVA, Evening at Pops, Zoom, and numerous others, Mackles has made multiple marks in the minds of millions of mindful media mavens.…Learn More
Thursday, June 207:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual Comic Book Book Club Meeting!
Come join 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 this timely environmentally related graphic novel! Join us as we discuss "Global" by Eion Colfer and Andrew Donkin as a group!Summary: "Told in alternating voices, twelve-year-old Sami, from a village along the Bay of Bengal, and fourteen-year-old Yuki, from Northern Canada, strive to protect their homes from the encroaching damage brought on by climate change.…Learn More
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Friday, June 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.
Friday, June 212:00—3:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Vacation Movie: WALL-E
WALL-E, short for Waste Allocation Load Lifter Earth-class, is the last robot left on Earth. He spends his days tidying up the planet, one piece of garbage at a time. But during 700 years, WALL-E has developed a personality, and he's more than a little lonely.…Learn More
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Tuesday, June 259:00 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 More
Tuesday, June 254:00—4:45 PMOutsideNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Jenny the Juggler - at Memorial Park Field House
Jenny the Juggler dazzles with dexterity and wit in her variety show which includes balloon animals and singing! Join us for the kickoff event of the Summer Reading Program!Moved across the street to the Memorial Park Field House in the multipurpose room because of air conditioning work in the Library.…Learn More
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Wednesday, June 2610:00 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 More
Wednesday, June 264:00—4:45 PMOutsideNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Planting in Compost with Needham DPW
Needham Department of Public Works is coming to the Library to describe how composting works. Participants will plant a seed in a recycled container using Needham made compost. For ages 4 and up. Registration required. This event will take place on the Library's Lawn in front of the Highland Avenue parking lot.
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Thursday, June 2710:00 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 More
Thursday, June 273:30—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, June 277:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual: Deep Fakes and AI Media
Virtual: Deepfakes and AI Media**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 Waterton Public Library**Join Bard College film professor Joshua Glick for a wide-ranging conversation about artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on contemporary media.…Learn More
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Friday, June 2810:00 AM—5:00 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 More
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Saturday, June 299:00 AM—1:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
AFS Intercultural Program
Not a library sponsored event.
Saturday, June 2910:00 AM—4:30 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 More
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Sunday, June 301:00—4:30 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 More