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Friday, November 110:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Sensory Storytime
Designed for children on the autism spectrum and their peers. Presented by Bierman Autism Centers https://www. biermanautism. com/location/needham-ma/Size is Limited - Registration Required.
Friday, November 12:00—3:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
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VIRTUAL: Roosevelt for President (32, 36, 40 & 44) with the FDR Presidential Library
VIRTUAL: Roosevelt for President (32, 36, 40 & 44) with the FDR Presidential LibraryTHURSDAY, November 1,2024 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
Friday, November 13:45—4:45 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
POSTPONED - Environmental Science Class with 2 Needham High Students! - Let's Learn Some Stuff!
POSTPONED UNTIL SPRINGLooking to learn more about the environment? Join us on Friday afternoons from 3:450 to 4:45 in the Library's Community Room. We will talk about Pollution, Carbon footprints, Recycling, and more! Hope to see you there! Join Needham High School students Aarav and Benjamin as you explore different aspects of the environment.…Learn More
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Saturday, November 210:30—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.
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Sunday, November 31:30—2:45 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Financial Literacy for Teens
Join Needham high school students, Jacob and Victor, and learn about finance. Financial Literacy for Teens is a 6 week course that covers budgeting, saving, investing, taxes, credit and debt, and banks. For ages 10 and up.
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Monday, November 410:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Preschool Palooza
Join librarian Elise for 45 minutes of songs, stories, and movement! For children ages 3 through 6.
Monday, November 47:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Zoom
Virtual - Banking During the Holidays: What You Need to Know To Keep Your Money Safe and To Plan For
Virtual - Banking During the Holidays: What You Need to Know To Keep Your Money Safe and To Plan For Expenses**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
Monday, November 47:30—9:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Needham SEPAC Monthly Meeting
Needham SEPAC Monthly MeetingFirst Monday of each month through June 2025.…Learn More
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Tuesday, November 510:00—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
Tuesday, November 510:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
E is for Election Day
Learn about voting and cast your vote! Author Gloria Gavris will read her book E is for Election Day and lead the children in a mock election. For ages 4 and up.
Tuesday, November 52:00—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Tween and Teen and Adult De-Stress No School Day Program (Ages 10 and up) - Joy of Coloring!
Tweens, Teens, AND Adults Ages 10 and up are invited to join Young Adult Librarian Erin in a safe space in the Library's Community Room for a bit of Election Day De-Stressing. This Crafternoon is going to be filled with coloring! Not in to crafting? Just come socialize and bring your own things and have fun in a respectful way (more of a writer? Bring a notebook or journal and do some creative writing for NaNoWriMo!).…Learn More
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Wednesday, November 610:00—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, November 612:30—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 September through June at 12:30pm (with the exception of January 2025). In addition, there will be no meeting in September or October 2024 and we will be meeting twice during Poetry Month in April.…Learn More
Wednesday, November 67:00—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, November 73:30—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Lego Time
Drop-in Lego Time Thursday afternoons in the Storybook Room. Come build creations with the Library's large Lego supply. For children ages 5 and up. Younger children will not be allowed in the room because of small pieces.
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Friday, November 810:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Sensory Storytime
Designed for children on the autism spectrum and their peers. Presented by Bierman Autism Centers https://www. biermanautism. com/location/needham-ma/Size is Limited - Registration Required.
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Saturday, November 910:00 AM—12:00 PMStudy Room 1Needham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Needham Community Council Teen Tech Support
The Needham Community Council Tech Teens - Teens from Needham High School - will be available to assist with your tech questions. For example, if you have questions about emailing, texting, the internet, your cell phone, etc. , the teens will be available to help you.…Learn More
Saturday, November 91:00—2:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
STEM for Society: Scratch Programming Event
Join us for an engaging introduction to Scratch programming! Kids will learn the basics of coding in a fun and interactive way, with guidance from experienced coaches. No prior experience needed, and there’s no charge for this event. Suitable for ages 5-9.…Learn More
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Sunday, November 101:30—2:45 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Financial Literacy for Teens
Join Needham high school students, Jacob and Victor, and learn about finance. Financial Literacy for Teens is a 6 week course that covers budgeting, saving, investing, taxes, credit and debt, and banks. For ages 10 and up.
Sunday, November 102:00—3:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
McIver Series 2024/2025: Near Earth Asteroids with Dr Carrie Nugent
McIver Series 2024/2025: Near Earth Asteroids with Dr Carrie NugentAn asteroid impact is the only natural disaster we have the technology to prevent. But prevention takes time, meaning we need to discover and track near‐Earth asteroids now. This talk will give an introduction to asteroids, including a few notable asteroid impacts.…Learn More
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Monday, November 11Library Closed
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Tuesday, November 1210:00—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, November 1211:30 AM—12:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Dance Me a Story
The Joanne Langione Dance Center brings story and dance to Needham. Best for ages 2-5 but all are welcome! https://jldancecenter. com/
Tuesday, November 121:00—2:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
OnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
NFPL Afternoon Book Club - Empire Falls by Richard Russo
Empire Falls by Richard RussoWelcome to Empire Falls, a blue-collar town full of abandoned mills whose citizens surround themselves with the comforts and feuds provided by lifelong friends and neighbors and who find humor and hope in the most unlikely places, in this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Richard Russo.…Learn More
Tuesday, November 123:30—3:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Cobby
Cobby the 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.
Tuesday, November 123:50—4:10 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Cobby
Cobby the 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.
Tuesday, November 124:10—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Cobby
Cobby the 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.
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Wednesday, November 139:00 AM—12:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Traditional Quilters of Needham
Meets monthly on the 2nd Wednesday of each month
Wednesday, November 1310:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Bluetooth
Dinosaur Bluetooth is visiting the dentist. Come hear a story and help him brush his teeth! A story time program from Pediatric Dental Specialists of Needham. www. pediatricdentalneedham. com/
Wednesday, November 1310:30—11:30 AMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Zoom
Virtual - Migration Marvels with the Mass Audubon
Virtual- Migration Marvels with the Mass Audubon**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**When considering bird life, it's essential to understand their expansive migration patterns that span multiple countries, seasons, and habitats.…Learn More
Wednesday, November 134:30—6:00 PMStudy Room 3Needham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
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Wednesday, November 136:30—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, November 1412:00—1:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Needham SEPAC Meeting
Needham SEPAC MeetingThird Thursday of each month through May 2025, except in November 2024.…Learn More
Thursday, November 143:30—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Lego Time
Drop-in Lego Time Thursday afternoons in the Storybook Room. Come build creations with the Library's large Lego supply. For children ages 5 and up. Younger children will not be allowed in the room because of small pieces.
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Friday, November 1510:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Music at the Blissful
Music at the Blissful Classes are specifically designed to help babies and toddlers work on their physical development, social development, language development and spatial awareness. A safe environment for babies and toddlers to learn and explore while keeping stress levels low.…Learn More
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Saturday, November 1610:00 AM—12:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Family Craft Morning
Make a Thanksgiving Day craft. For all ages in the Craft/Snack room.
Saturday, November 1610:30—11:00 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.
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Sunday, November 171:30—2:45 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Financial Literacy for Teens
Join Needham high school students, Jacob and Victor, and learn about finance. Financial Literacy for Teens is a 6 week course that covers budgeting, saving, investing, taxes, credit and debt, and banks. For ages 10 and up.
Sunday, November 172:30—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Delvena Theatre Company Presents All the Presidents' Women
Program: Delvena Theatre Company Presents All the Presidents' WomenThis show is a live performance which looks into the lives (sometimes behind closed doors!) of some our United States presidents and their wives. Find out which of our most famous first ladies was committed to a mental institution by her own son! Have we already had a female president? Could one of our first ladies have murdered her husband while he was still in office?Fascinating stories bring lively entertainment and promote dialogue between the cast and the audience after the performance.…Learn More
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Monday, November 1810:00—10:45 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Monkey Mind Belly Breath Children's Yoga
Joanie Woodward's program joyfully weaves laughter, yoga, mindfulness, deep belly breathing, art, and reading. For children ages 2 and up. Start your week off with a mindful note on Monday mornings! Her children’s book “Seven Little Monkeys” was awarded the National Parenting Publications Honors Award and the reason she is a sought after teacher and presenter at the nation's largest Kids Yoga Conference in Washington, D.…Learn More
Monday, November 187:30—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, November 199:00 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, November 193:30—3:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker
Tucker, our popular hypoallergenic reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Please bring your own book to read or come a few minutes early to pick out one of our many many choices! For young readers in Kindergarten on up.
Tuesday, November 193:50—4:10 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker
Tucker, our popular hypoallergenic reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Please bring your own book to read or come a few minutes early to pick out one of our many many choices! For young readers in Kindergarten on up.
Tuesday, November 194:00—5:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Thanksgiving Book Cafe
Create edible pumpkin pops with Gal’s Wonder Kitchen and make holiday collages with Children's book illustrator Stephanie OsserAges 6 and up
Tuesday, November 194:10—4:30 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Tucker
Tucker, our popular hypoallergenic reading dog is listening to young readers. Reading aloud to a dog helps children build confidence in reading. Please bring your own book to read or come a few minutes early to pick out one of our many many choices! For young readers in Kindergarten on up.
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Wednesday, November 2010:00—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, November 202:00—3:45 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Early Release Day Movie: Wish
Young Asha makes a wish so powerful that it's answered by a cosmic force, a little ball of boundless energy called Star. With Star's help, Asha must save her kingdom from King Magnifico and prove that when the will of one courageous human connects with the magic of the stars, wondrous things can happen.…Learn More
Wednesday, November 207:00—9:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Needham Housing Coalition
Needham Housing Coalition - Not a library sponsored event
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Thursday, November 2110:00—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, November 211:00—5:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Needham Garden Club
Needham Garden Club workshop
Thursday, November 213:30—5:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Lego Time
Drop-in Lego Time Thursday afternoons in the Storybook Room. Come build creations with the Library's large Lego supply. For children ages 5 and up. Younger children will not be allowed in the room because of small pieces.
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Friday, November 2210:00—10:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Creative Dance with Needham Dance Theatre
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, November 2310:00—10:20 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Sandy
Sandy 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, November 2310:00—10:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Goldfish Water Safety School
Hear a story and learn about water safety with Bubbles the Goldfish. For ages 3 to 7. https://goldfishswimschool. com/needham/
Saturday, November 2310:00 AM—12:00 PMStudy Room 1Needham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Needham Community Council Teen Tech Support
The Needham Community Council Tech Teens - Teens from Needham High School - will be available to assist with your tech questions. For example, if you have questions about emailing, texting, the internet, your cell phone, etc. , the teens will be available to help you.…Learn More
Saturday, November 2310:20—10:40 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Sandy
Sandy 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, November 2310:40—11:00 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Read to Sandy
Sandy 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, November 231:00—2:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
STEM for Society: Prevent the Spread of Germs!
With winter here and the holiday season approaching, keeping kids healthy is a top priority. Join us for an engaging, hands-on lesson that teaches children about how germs spread and how to stop them. Session lead by STEM for Society Needham…Learn More
Saturday, November 232:30—3:30 PMInside, Young Adult RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Drop-In Doodle Club! (it's back!)
Hey there friends and happy fall!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 1x a month on a Saturday afternoon* in the Young Adult Room (second floor - where all of the Young Adult Graphic Novels are/were)! Fall and other different holiday themed coloring sheets will be provided this month!
Ages 9 - 18 are welcome to come join fellow coloring aficionados on the 2nd floor of the library for some coloring time.…Learn More
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Monday, November 2510:00—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, November 2610:00—10:30 AMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Police Story Time with Officers Brienze and Rocket
Join Needham Police Officer Brienze and Police (Dog) Officer Rocket for a special story time. For ages 3 and up.
Tuesday, November 2610:30—11:30 AMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Zoom
Virtual - Living with Wild Turkeys in Massachusetts with MassWildlife
Virtual - Living with Wild Turkeys in Massachusetts with MassWildlife**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 the Tewksbury Public Library**Wild turkeys, the official game bird of Massachusetts, thrive in a variety of habitats across the Commonwealth, including in urban and suburban areas.…Learn More
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Wednesday, November 277:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Zoom
Virtual - Native Nations & The Beginning of the United States: 1100-1860
Virtual - Native Nations & The Beginning of the United States: 1100-1860**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 the Tewksbury Public Library**Native history predates 1492.…Learn More
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Thursday, November 28Library Closed
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Friday, November 292:30—4:15 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Vacation Movie for Tweens and Up! - Freaky Friday! (2003, PG)
Tess and her daughter, Anna, do not get along. However, things take a turn when, in a freak incident, they switch bodies and are forced to live each other's live. Will Tess and Anna figure out a way to switch back, or will they be stuck…Learn More
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