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Monday, September 2Library Closed
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Tuesday, September 310:00—10:30 AMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - 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. 4
Wednesday, September 410:00—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, September 47:00—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, September 510:00—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, September 53:00—4:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Looking to Volunteer? Join the VOLUNTEENS! (Ages 12-18)
Another Official Meeting of an all new Library Volunteer Group for Teens and an ALL NEW YEAR! Come join the VolunTeens - Volunteering opportunities for those in Grades 7 through 12!!Need to get some Community Service Hours Completed before graduation? For National Honor Society? For a Scouting Project? For another reason? .…Learn More
Thursday, September 53:30—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, September 57:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
VIRTUAL - Lessons from the Climate Anxiety Counseling Booth with Author Kate Schapira
VIRTUAL - Lessons from the Climate Anxiety Counseling Booth with Author Kate Schapira**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**Kate Schapira, author of Lessons from the Climate Anxiety Counseling Booth: How to Live with Care and Purpose in an Endangered World, will share methods for living with our emotional responses to climate realities and using them as guides to connection and action.…Learn More6
Friday, September 610:00—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 More7
Saturday, September 710:30—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.8
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Monday, September 910:00—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, September 97:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual - Author Evan Friss Discusses "The Bookshop A History of the American Bookstore"
Virtual - Author Evan Friss Discusses "The Bookshop A History of the American Bookstore"**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 More10
Tuesday, September 1010:00—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 upTuesday, September 101:00—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 - Fourteen Days: A Collaborative Novel - The Author's Guild
Fourteen Days: A Collaborative Novel - The Author's GuildSet in a Lower East Side tenement in the early days of the COVID-19 lockdowns, Fourteen Days is an irresistibly propulsive collaborative novel from the Authors Guild, with an unusual twist: each character in this diverse, eccentric cast of New York neighbors has been secretly written by a different, major literary voice—from Margaret Atwood and Celeste Ng to Tommy Orange and John Grisham.…Learn More
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Wednesday, September 119:00 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, September 1112:30—1:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - 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 exceptions in September 2024 and January 2025). In addition, we will be meeting twice during Poetry Month in April.…Learn MoreWednesday, September 113:00—4:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Shell Art - In-Person Crafternoon Program (Ages 8 and up preferred)!
Come join us for this Shell Art Crafternoon! We'll be making all kind of things with seashells found up and down the east coast. Let's get crafty! Register for this in-person program in collaboration with a local girl scout troop working toward their Silver Award!
Materials needed will be provided, but as always, feel free to bring you own things too!
Happy Crafting!
Any questions? Feel free to email our Young Adult Librarian, Erin, at neeya@minlib.…Learn MoreWednesday, September 116:30—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, September 123:30—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.13
Friday, September 1310:00—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 MoreFriday, September 1310:00—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.14
Saturday, September 1410:00 AM—12:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CodeWiz Workshop
Free Drop in Workshop with CodeWiz Needham for kids ages 7+ to try:Roblox:
Dive into the exciting world of game design with Roblox! In this brief introduction, kids will learn to create their own games using the Roblox platform, gaining valuable coding skills while unleashing their creativity.…Learn MoreSaturday, September 1410:00—11:00 AMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual - Body Positivity in Romance Books: Author Panel with Olivia Dade, Julie Murphy, Sierra Simo
Virtual - Body Positivity in Romance Books: Author Panel with Olivia Dade, Julie Murphy, Sierra Simone, and Denise Williams**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 MoreSaturday, September 1410:00 AM—12:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CodeWiz Workshop
Join us at the Code Wiz Needham Library Event for an exciting hands-on experience in the world of technology and creativity! Kids can explore mini-intros to coding platforms like Roblox and Minecraft, dive into the basics of Python and Scratch coding, and Robotics.…Learn More15
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Monday, September 1610:00—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, September 167:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual- Lorelei of Lorelei’s Lit Lair discusses Sports, Winery and Fall Themed Romance Book Favor
Virtual- Lorelei of Lorelei’s Lit Lair discusses Sports, Winery and Fall Themed Romance Book Favorites!**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 More17
Tuesday, September 179:00 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, September 177:00—8:30 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
HYBRID - Literary Café Welcomes Marjan Kamali, Author of The Lion Women of Tehran
HYBRID - Literary Café Welcomes Marjan Kamali, Author of The Lion Women of Tehran**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****OFFSITE LOCATION** This program will be presented in a HYBRID format.…Learn MoreTuesday, September 177:30—9:00 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
LFN Fall Author Series: Babson Professor Jen Tosti-Kharas
LFN Fall Author Series: Babson Professor Jennifer Tosti-KharasBabson Professor Jen Tosti-Kharas will be discussing the nature of fulfilling work. About Jennifer:Jennifer Tosti-Kharas is the Camilla Latino Spinelli Endowed Term Chair and Professor of Management at Babson College.…Learn More18
Wednesday, September 1810:00—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, September 182:30—4:30 PMLibrary Community RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Young Adult Movie : Beetlejuice (PG, 1988)
Ages 12 and up are welcome to join us for an afternoon of dark, quirky horror comedy in this Tim Burton directed film. The spirits of a recently deceased couple are harassed by an unbearable family that has moved into their home. The spirits contact a maliciously charismatic spirit: Betelgeuse, to scare the new occupants out.…Learn More19
Thursday, September 1910:00—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 MoreThursday, September 1912:00—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.…Learn More
Thursday, September 193:30—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.20
Friday, September 20Library Closed
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Saturday, September 2110:00 AM—12:00 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Talk Like a Pirate Day Family Craft Morning
In honor of Talk Like a Pirate Day we're hosting a craft and activity in Children's Snack/Craft room. Bring the whole family. Argh!
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Monday, September 237:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual - Author Heather Wolf Discusses: Find & Identify More Birds—How to Pick a Patch
Virtual - Author Heather Wolf Discusses: Find & Identify More Birds—How to Pick a Patch**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
Tuesday, September 243:30—3:50 PMInside, Children's RoomNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
CANCELED - 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, September 247:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
VIRTUAL - "Stir Frying to the Sky's Edge" with Grace Young
VIRTUAL - "Stir Frying to the Sky's Edge" with Grace Young**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**Join us for a stir-fry class with three-time James Beard Award-winner, Grace Young.…Learn More25
Wednesday, September 257:00—9:00 PMTrustees Room, 3rd Floor Needham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
LFN Board Meeting
Board Meeting of the Library Foundation of Needham.26
Thursday, September 263:30—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.27
Friday, September 2710:00—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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Monday, September 307:00—8:00 PMOnlineNeedham Free Public Library1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA, 02494
Virtual - Great Boston Fires with Author and Historian David Kruh
Virtual - Great Boston Fires with Author and Historian David Kruh**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**A look at the devastating fires and their impact on Boston, from the many "great" fires of the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries (including the truly Great Fire of 1872,) the Cocoanut Grove tragedy of 1942 (which killed 492,) and the Hotel Vendome fire of 1972 (which resulted in the deaths of nine fire fighters.…Learn More