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Tuesday, August 1All DayExhibitMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Assabet Valley Camera Club exhibit opens
Exhibit of nature photography by members of the Assabet Valley Camera ClubImage credit: Bob Cooke
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Wednesday, August 2All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Minuteman Library Network Library Crawl
We invite you to spend a day visiting local libraries – find out what is special about each and what they have to offer to you and your family. This is an event for all ages – all you need is a love of libraries and a way to get from place to place (feet, bikes, cars, llamas :) !
The challenge is to visit as many libraries as you can and take a picture of yourself with a designated item in each library – it’s a 21st century scavenger hunt! Post your pics and tag the libraries #mlncrawl2023.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 2All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Kids Take & Make Kit: Puppet Theater
Kids Take & Make Kit: Puppet TheaterMake a mini puppet theater with spoon characters, then put on a show! Kit from Oriental Trading. Available beginning Wednesday, August 2 while supplies last. Suitable for ages 3-12. Questions? Contact Casey at cpetipas-haggerty@minlib.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 29:30—11:30 AMOnline
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group AM
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. Each topic is repeated on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, respectively, from 6:00 to 8:00pm. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 36:45—9:00 PMCullen RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
61-63 Summer St. Reuse Committee
First August meeting of commitee
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Friday, August 410:30—11:30 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Ages & Stages Playgroup for Ages 12-23 Months
This group--led by staff from First Connections--will meet in the Library's Storytime Room on the third floor, and children will have the opportunity to engage with toys and activities to support different areas of their development, based on the Ages & Stages Questionnaire's activities to support development.…Learn More
Friday, August 43:00—3:45 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Microwave Cooking for Teens: Layered Salsa Dip
August Recipe: Layered Salsa Dip
Mix salsa, cheese, and other ingredients to make a delicious chip dip!For ages 12-18, in the Storytime Room
Registration requested to account for supplies.
If you have a question about allergies, please contact Casey.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 510:30—11:15 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Family Storytime: Noisy Storytime
We'll be making lots of noise as we play with different kinds of sounds!
Join Ms. Casey on Saturday morning for a family-friendly storytime featuring books, rhymes, and activities. For families with children of all ages.
Questions? Contact Casey at cpetipas-haggerty@minlib.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 6Library Closed
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Monday, August 7All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Spice Club Kits Available
Spice up your summer with a new spice, new recipes and new inspiration! Pick up a spice kit at Circulation and have some culinary fun.
Kits include information about the spice and a variety of recipes featuring the spice. (No spice sample this month, but there will be a list of sources for fresh herbs.…Learn More
Monday, August 710:30—11:00 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Summer Baby Storytime
Sing songs, listen to stories, and act out rhymes at this storytime for the youngest of library visitors!
Ages Birth-2 years, older siblings welcome.
The Summer session is indoors in the Storytime Room, with windows open to increase air circulation and followed by play time.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 83:30—4:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Junior LEGO League
The Junior LEGO League - (ages 4 and over)
You could create most anything
When you put LEGOs together
Like a Cosmic LEGO-fyer
Or something even better!
If you attend this activity you'll get to:
a. build rockets
b. make robots
c. construct a superhero headquarters
d.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 83:30—4:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Junior LEGO League
The Junior LEGO League - (ages 4 and over)
You could create most anything
When you put LEGOs together
Like a Cosmic LEGO-fyer
Or something even better!
If you attend this activity you'll get to:
a. build rockets
b. make robots
c. construct a superhero headquarters
d.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 87:00—8:00 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Teen Book Club
Join the new Teen Book Club! This summer, we are reading titles from the 2023 Teen Choice Book Award Nominees list. August meeting: Read any of the historical, contemporary, or romance fiction titles or memoir on the nominees list. 2023 Teen Choice Book Award Nominees - August Book Club ListAges 12-18, registration requested to ensure there are enough snacks.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 9All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Teen Take & Make Kit: Beaded Safety Pins
Teen Take & Make Kit: Beaded Safety PinsAdd seed beads to safety pins to make patterns or images, resulting in a unique accessory!Available beginning Wednesday, August 9 while supplies last. Suitable for ages 12-18. Questions? Contact Casey at cpetipas-haggerty@minlib.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 910:00 AM—12:00 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Knitting Group
This is a hand craft group that was started by the Friends of the Library many years ago. It has usually met only during the school year. If the weather is good, we will meet outside, in front of the Library, on the Nason St. side. All are welcome.
Wednesday, August 91:30—2:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
"Uke" and Me: A Ukulele Class
"Uke" and Me: A Ukulele Class with Julie Stepanek - Ages 8 - 12You'll soon be playing songsAnd it will be no fluke"Cause if you take this classYou'll learn to play the "uke"!If you sign up for this class, you'll:a. Learn a new instrumentb. Impress your relatives at Thanksgivingc.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 96:00—8:00 PMOnline
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group PM
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. Each topic is repeated on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, respectively, from 6:00 to 8:00pm. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 97:00—8:00 PMOnline
Jane Oneail--Seaside Escapes: The Art & Architecture of the New England Coast
Virtual. Click here to register and receive the Zoom link. Jane Oneail of Culturally Curious returns to the Maynard Library to present a talk on Seaside Escapes: The Art & Architecture of the New England Coast. From artist colonies to robber baron “summer cottages,” the New England shoreline has inspired countless creative works.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 107:00—8:00 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
How to Use the Maynard Kayak Rental Station
Come learn how to use the new Maynard Kayak Rental Station! It's the first kayak rental station on the Assabet River, and the first self-serve rental station in Massachusetts. Julia Flanary, Maynard's Conservation Agent and Assistant Town Planner, will explain how to use the station, including the smartphone app which allows you to pay for and unlock the kayak, paddle, and life preserver from a locker.…Learn More
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Friday, August 114:00—4:10 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
CANCELED - Read to a Dog
Meet Zora the Reading Dog. Okay, Zora won't read to you but you can read to Zora!
If you sign for for this, you'll:
a. Get your own ten minute one-on-one reading session with Zora
b. Get to pet and bond with a truly caring canine
c. Have the dog you always wanted - for ten minutes anyway!
You can sign up here for the 4:00 time slot.…Learn More
Friday, August 114:10—4:20 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
CANCELED - Read to a Dog
Meet Zora the Reading Dog. Okay, Zora won't read to you but you can read to Zora!
If you sign for for this, you'll:
a. Get your own ten minute one-on-one reading session with Zora
b. Get to pet and bond with a truly caring canine
c. Have the dog you always wanted - for ten minutes anyway!
You can sign up here for the 4:10 time slot.…Learn More
Friday, August 114:20—4:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
CANCELED - Read to a Dog
Meet Zora the Reading Dog. Okay, Zora won't read to you but you can read to Zora!
If you sign for for this, you'll:
a. Get your own ten minute one-on-one reading session with Zora
b. Get to pet and bond with a truly caring canine
c. Have the dog you always wanted - for ten minutes anyway!
You can sign up here for the 4:20 time slot.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 12All DayOnline
Last day of 2023 Summer Reading Club for Kids
Thanks to all participants in the 2023 Summer Reading Club for Kids!For details and to join the Children's Summer Reading Club, go to maynardpubliclibrary. org/childrens-srcFor details and to join the Teen Summer Library Club, go to maynardpubliclibrary.…Learn More
Saturday, August 1210:30—11:30 AMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
The Whalemobile
Ages 5 and up only, please! Please note that to allow more children to visit, only children will enter the whale. Parents will be able to see and hear from outside. The Whalemobile - a (life-size inflatable whale)You'll get to go inside a whaleIf this program you should pickYou'll like this whale so muchYou'll say, "Who needs Moby Dick?"Come and see the largest animal in the world - a whale! Okay, it's inflatable, but it's life-size and you'll actually get to go inside it!Click here to watch a video from The Whalemobile before or after your visit to learn about humpbacks off the coast of Massachusetts.
Saturday, August 1211:00—11:30 AMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
The Whalemobile 2
Ages 5 and up only, please! Please note that to allow more children to visit, only children will enter the whale. Parents will be able to see and hear from outside. The Whalemobile - a (life-size inflatable whale)You'll get to go inside a whaleIf this program you should pickYou'll like this whale so muchYou'll say, "Who needs Moby Dick?"Come and see the largest animal in the world - a whale! Okay, it's inflatable, but it's life-size and you'll actually get to go inside it!Click here to watch a video from The Whalemobile before or after your visit to learn about humpbacks off the coast of Massachusetts.
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Sunday, August 13Library Closed
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Monday, August 1410:30—11:00 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Summer Baby Storytime
Sing songs, listen to stories, and act out rhymes at this storytime for the youngest of library visitors!
Ages Birth-2 years, older siblings welcome.
The Summer session is indoors in the Storytime Room, with windows open to increase air circulation and followed by play time.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 153:30—4:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Junior LEGO League
The Junior LEGO League - (ages 4 and over)
You could create most anything
When you put LEGOs together
Like a Cosmic LEGO-fyer
Or something even better!
If you attend this activity you'll get to:
a. build rockets
b. make robots
c. construct a superhero headquarters
d.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 153:30—4:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Junior LEGO League
The Junior LEGO League - (ages 4 and over)
You could create most anything
When you put LEGOs together
Like a Cosmic LEGO-fyer
Or something even better!
If you attend this activity you'll get to:
a. build rockets
b. make robots
c. construct a superhero headquarters
d.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 155:30—7:00 PMCullen RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Board of Library Trustees meeting
Tuesday, August 157:00—8:00 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Basics of Investing (CFA Society of Boston)
Join us as the CFA Society of Boston will provide an educational session and hold a Question and Answer period. CFASB is an association of investment and financial professionals from various disciplines. The event will make no sales or solicitation efforts of any attendee.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 157:00—8:00 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
K-Pop and Cake Pops for Teens
Decorate and eat cake pops while listening to your favorite K-Pop songs!
You can request specific songs or artists when you register.
Ages 12-18, registration requiredIn the Storytime Room. Questions? Contact Casey at cpetipas-haggerty@minlib. net…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 16All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Kids Take & Make Kit: Microphone
Kids Take & Make Kit: MicrophoneCreate a toy microphone using a cardboard tube and a plastic ball ornament! What songs will you perform? Kit from Oriental Trading. Available beginning Wednesday, August 16 while supplies last. Suitable for ages 5-12.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 169:30—11:30 AMOnline
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group AM
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. Each topic is repeated on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, respectively, from 6:00 to 8:00pm. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 175:30—7:30 PMMemorial ParkSummer St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Summer Concert: Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience
FREE concert!Two-time GRAMMY award winning, 8th generation Louisiana Creole, Terrance Simien leads a highly skilled Zydeco Experience band with long-time member and creative collaborator Danny Williams, keyboards, vocals; Stan Chambers, bass, vocals; Ian Molinaro–Thompson, drums; Revon Andrews, trombone; and Orlando Gilbert, saxophone.…Learn More
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Friday, August 1810:30—11:30 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
CANCELED - Ages & Stages Playgroup for Ages 12-23 Months
This group--led by staff from First Connections--will meet in the Library's Storytime Room on the third floor, and children will have the opportunity to engage with toys and activities to support different areas of their development, based on the Ages & Stages Questionnaire's activities to support development.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 19All DayExhibitMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Tiny Art Show closes
View the 2023 Tiny Art Show!Artwork no larger than 4" created by YOU! On display July 29-August 19. For full details, go to maynardpubliclibrary. org/tiny-art-show. Questions? Contact Casey at cpetipas-haggerty@minlib. net or 978-897-1010 x106.
Saturday, August 19All DayOnline
Last day of 2023 Teen Summer Library Club
Thank you to all participants in the 2023 Teen Summer Library Club!June 17 - August 19, 2023
Open to individuals entering grades 7-12
For details and to join, visit maynardpubliclibrary. org/teen-summer-library-club…Learn More
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Sunday, August 20Library Closed
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Tuesday, August 223:30—4:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Junior LEGO League
The Junior LEGO League - (ages 4 and over)
You could create most anything
When you put LEGOs together
Like a Cosmic LEGO-fyer
Or something even better!
If you attend this activity you'll get to:
a. build rockets
b. make robots
c. construct a superhero headquarters
d.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 226:30—8:30 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Feel Good Film Series - School of Rock
Let’s watch some movies with uplifting messages that are thoughtful and will definitely leave you smiling as the credits roll!
Light refreshments provided. Film Description: Recently fired from his rock band, Dewey Finn takes a job as a 4th grade teacher at an uptight private school where his free-spirited attitude and shenanigans cause the students to discover other sides of themselves.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 23All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
All Ages Take & Make Kit: Magnetic Bookmark
All Ages Take & Make Kit: Magnetic BookmarkCreate a cute and custom magnetic bookmark. Available beginning Wednesday, August 23 while supplies last. Suitable for ages 5-adult. Questions? Contact Casey at cpetipas-haggerty@minlib. net or 978-897-1010 x106.
Wednesday, August 236:00—8:00 PMOnline
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group PM
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. Each topic is repeated on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, respectively, from 6:00 to 8:00pm. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 237:00—8:00 PMOnline
Understanding Hospice Care and Services
Click here to register and receive the Zoom link. Join us for an in-depth discussion about hospice care.
Over the past few decades, hospice care has become a more familiar part of our collective vocabulary and experience, yet many of us still don’t fully understand its purpose, scope, costs, availability, and more.…Learn More
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Friday, August 254:00—4:10 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Read to a Dog
Meet Zora the Reading Dog. Okay, Zora won't read to you but you can read to Zora!
If you sign for for this, you'll:
a. Get your own ten minute one-on-one reading session with Zora
b. Get to pet and bond with a truly caring canine
c. Have the dog you always wanted - for ten minutes anyway!
You can sign up here for the 4:00 time slot.…Learn More
Friday, August 254:10—4:20 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Read to a Dog
Meet Zora the Reading Dog. Okay, Zora won't read to you but you can read to Zora!
If you sign for for this, you'll:
a. Get your own ten minute one-on-one reading session with Zora
b. Get to pet and bond with a truly caring canine
c. Have the dog you always wanted - for ten minutes anyway!
You can sign up here for the 4:10 time slot.…Learn More
Friday, August 254:20—4:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Read to a Dog
Meet Zora the Reading Dog. Okay, Zora won't read to you but you can read to Zora!
If you sign for for this, you'll:
a. Get your own ten minute one-on-one reading session with Zora
b. Get to pet and bond with a truly caring canine
c. Have the dog you always wanted - for ten minutes anyway!
You can sign up here for the 4:20 time slot.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 2612:00—1:00 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Spice Club Discussion
This is the optional potluck and discussion of Spice Club. All are welcome! No registration is required. Pick up a spice kit at the Circulation Desk starting the first week of the month. Try one of these recipes or find your own, then bring a dish to share.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 27Library Closed
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Monday, August 2812:00—1:15 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
August Cookbook Club
This is the August meeting of the Cookbook Club. August is Eat Local Month, so we'll be celebrating with The Berkshires Farm Table Cookbook: 125 Homegrown Recipes from the New England Hills by Elisa Spungen Bildner and Robert Bildner. Borrow a copy at the Circulation Desk, shop at the Farmers' Market or Assabet Co-op and make a delicious dish (or two) with local ingredients.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 293:30—4:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Junior LEGO League
The Junior LEGO League - (ages 4 and over)
You could create most anything
When you put LEGOs together
Like a Cosmic LEGO-fyer
Or something even better!
If you attend this activity you'll get to:
a. build rockets
b. make robots
c. construct a superhero headquarters
d.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 293:30—4:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Junior LEGO League
The Junior LEGO League - (ages 4 and over)
You could create most anything
When you put LEGOs together
Like a Cosmic LEGO-fyer
Or something even better!
If you attend this activity you'll get to:
a. build rockets
b. make robots
c. construct a superhero headquarters
d.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 297:00—8:15 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Online
Book Mill Discussion Group
This is the August meeting of the library's book discussion group Book Mill. The group will meet in-person at the library but will also have a Zoom option available for those who prefer to join from home.
This month we will be discussing The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 31All DayExhibitMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Assabet Valley Camera Club exhibit closes
Assabet Valley Camera Club exhibit closesNature photographs by members of the AVCCImage credit: Bob Cooke
Thursday, August 317:00—8:30 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Maynard Recreation Commission
Monthly Meeting of the Maynard Recreation Commission