October 2023

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Sunday, October 1Library Closed

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Monday, October 210:30—11:00 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Fall Baby Storytime

Aqua background with orange bubbles, illustration of baby eating a book.Ages Birth-2 years, older siblings welcome. The Fall session is indoors in the Storytime Room, with windows open to increase air circulation and followed by play time. The Fall session begins on Monday, September 11 and runs through Monday, December 11, except for Monday, October 9 (Indigenous Peoples Day).…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 33:30—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
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Wednesday, October 4All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

All Ages Take & Make Kit: Gnome Magnets

Green, blue, and orange pennant banner along the top. The words Take & Make Craft in orange. A greenAll Ages Take & Make Kit: Gnome MagnetsCreate a fun gnome to decorate your fridge using scrapbook paper and fake leaves!Available beginning Wednesday, October 4 while supplies last. Suitable for ages 4-adult.  Questions? Contact Casey at cpetipas-haggerty@minlib.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 49:30—11:30 AMOnline

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group AM

Debbi HopeThe 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, October 410:30—11:30 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Toy Time

Toy Time - Ages 1 - 5There's nothing that's more funThan to play with toys, it's trueFor every girl and boyAnd maybe parents too!At Toy Time kids will:a. meet like-minded toddlersb. build with blocksc. play with trainsd. participate in obstacle courses and paradese.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 410:30 AM—12:00 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

English At Large Conversation Group

Trustees RoomThe English At Large conversation group is for intermediate to advanced adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Join a group of 10-14 learners and 2 facilitators to discuss topics including American culture and holidays, idioms, casual spoken English, and daily life situations.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 41:30—3:30 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

The Bee Fiber Crafts Group

Trustees RoomA friendly, welcoming group of fiber crafters -- knitters, spinners, weavers, crocheters, embroiderers. Please join us!
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Thursday, October 53:30—4:15 PMMemorial ParkSummer St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Outdoor Storytime

Outdoor Storytime with Mr. Mark - ages 3 and overWe've moved storytime outdoorsWhere you'll hear great books, it's trueFor every girl and boyAnd the squirrels like them too!Five Best Reasons Storytime is Better Than Fishing:5. You'll get "hooked" on books, not on worms4.…Learn More

Thursday, October 55:30—6:30 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

English Conversation Group (Jeff Loeb)

Are you new to studying English? Do you want to practice your speaking and listening and develop more confidence in speaking English with others? In a Conversation Circle using everyday vocabulary you can talk about daily life, books, movies, travel, food, parenting, hobbies, the news, etc.…Learn More

Thursday, October 57:00—8:00 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Medicare Supplement Plans versus Medicare Advantage Plans

Blue Cross Blue Shield MA logoMedicare can be confusing! Join our free seminar on the difference between Medicare Supplement Plans versus Medicare Advantage Plans.  It is important to find coverage that fits your needs. Blue Cross Blue Shield Massachusetts Medicare experts will help you understand the differences between the two different plan types.…Learn More

Thursday, October 57:00—8:45 PMCullen RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

61-63 Summer St. Reuse Committee

Cullen RoomThis Town-sponsored team is tasked with exploring and making recommendations for disposition of the 61-63 Summer Street property.
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Friday, October 612:00—3:00 PMLibrary PatioMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Early Dismissal Craft: Leaf Printing

Early Dismissal Craft: Leaf Pringing. Friday October 6, 2023, 12-3pmUse leaves to make prints!Create just for fun, or make notecards, transparent suncatchers, or ornaments.  Ages 3-18On the Library Patio (Rain location: Storytime Room)*Dress for a mess!*Questions? Contact Casey at cpetipas-haggerty@minlib. net or 978-897-1010…Learn More

Friday, October 63:30—4:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

The Game Club

The Game ClubThe Game Club: Ages 8 and up    A Bi-weekly Hour of Board Games & Beyond If you come to this great clubThis fact can't be ignoredYou will play a lot of gamesAnd never once get board, uh, bored!If you come to the Game Club you'll get to:a.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 710:30—11:15 AMMemorial ParkSummer St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Mr. Mark's Jungle Storytime

A Jungle Storytime - In Memorial Park - ages 3 and overMe: Mr. Mark - You: Kid (who comes to storytime)(rain location - library Story Room)We'll have a Jungle StorytimeIn the park, that's right, don't laughThere'll be squirrels, birds and treesAll we need is a giraffe!If you come to the Jungle Storytime you'll get to:a.…Learn More
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Sunday, October 8Library Closed

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Monday, October 9Library Closed

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Tuesday, October 10All 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

Tuesday, October 103:30—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
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Wednesday, October 11All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

All Ages Take & Make Kit: Pumpkin Decorating Art Show Kit

5th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Art Show at the Maynard Public Library. All Ages Take & Make Kit: 5th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Art ShowDecorate a mini pumpkin to represent your favorite character or historical figure! Return your pumpkins by 5:00pm on Monday, October 23, 2023 to be included in the show. Show will be located outside the Roosevelt Room from October 25-November 4.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 1110:30—11:30 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Toy Time

Toy Time - Ages 1 - 5There's nothing that's more funThan to play with toys, it's trueFor every girl and boyAnd maybe parents too!At Toy Time kids will:a. meet like-minded toddlersb. build with blocksc. play with trainsd. participate in obstacle courses and paradese.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 1110:30 AM—12:00 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

English At Large Conversation Group

Trustees RoomThe English At Large conversation group is for intermediate to advanced adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Join a group of 10-14 learners and 2 facilitators to discuss topics including American culture and holidays, idioms, casual spoken English, and daily life situations.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 111:00—3:00 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Knitting Group

Trustees RoomThe Knitting Group meets to enjoy hand crafts together. It is any hand craft, and all are welcome.

Wednesday, October 116:00—8:00 PMOnline

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group PM

Debbi HopeThe 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, October 123:30—4:15 PMMemorial ParkSummer St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Outdoor Storytime

Outdoor Storytime with Mr. Mark - ages 3 and overWe've moved storytime outdoorsWhere you'll hear great books, it's trueFor every girl and boyAnd the squirrels like them too!Five Best Reasons Storytime is Better Than Fishing:5. You'll get "hooked" on books, not on worms4.…Learn More

Thursday, October 125:30—7:00 PMCullen RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

English Conversation Group (Jeff Loeb)

Are you new to studying English? Do you want to practice your speaking and listening and develop more confidence in speaking English with others? In a Conversation Circle using everyday vocabulary you can talk about daily life, books, movies, travel, food, parenting, hobbies, the news, etc.…Learn More

Thursday, October 127:00—8:30 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
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An Evening with Andre Dubus III

Andre Dubus 2023Note: We have added a Zoom option for this event. To register to attend online, click here. To attend in person, please register below. Join us as Andre Dubus III returns to the Maynard Library to speak about his latest novel, Such Kindness. Andre Dubus III’s books include the New York Times’ bestsellers House of Sand and Fog, The Garden of Last Days, and his memoir, Townie.…Learn More
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Friday, October 134:00—4:10 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Read to a Dog

Read to a DogMeet Zora the Reading Dog. Okay, Zora won't read to you but you can read to Zora! If you sign up 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, October 134:10—4:20 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Read to a Dog

Read to a DogMeet Zora the Reading Dog. Okay, Zora won't read to you but you can read to Zora! If you sign up 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, October 134:20—4:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Read to a Dog

Read to a DogMeet Zora the Reading Dog. Okay, Zora won't read to you but you can read to Zora! If you sign up 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, October 1410:30—11:15 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Family Storytime: Animals Around the World

Saturday Family Storytime: Animals Around the World. October 14, 2023 at 10:30amListen to stories featuring animals from all around the globe! From the African Savanna to the Amazon Rainforest, from the ocean to your own backyard! Join Ms. Casey on Saturday morning for a family-friendly storytime featuring books, rhymes, and activities.…Learn More

Saturday, October 141:00—4:00 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

In-Person Pumpkin Decorating

5th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Art Show at the Maynard Public Library. In-Person Decorating Event for the 5th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Art ShowDecorate a mini pumpkin to represent your favorite character or historical figure! Additional decorating events: Monday October 16, 1-4pm & Tuesday October 17, 6-8pmShow will be located outside the Roosevelt Room from October 25-November 4.…Learn More
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Sunday, October 15Library Closed

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Monday, October 1610:30—11:00 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Fall Baby Storytime

Aqua background with orange bubbles, illustration of baby eating a book.Ages Birth-2 years, older siblings welcome. The Fall session is indoors in the Storytime Room, with windows open to increase air circulation and followed by play time. The Fall session begins on Monday, September 11 and runs through Monday, December 11, except for Monday, October 9 (Indigenous Peoples Day).…Learn More

Monday, October 161:00—4:00 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

In-Person Pumpkin Decorating

5th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Art Show at the Maynard Public Library. In-Person Decorating Event for the 5th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Art ShowDecorate a mini pumpkin to represent your favorite character or historical figure! Additional decorating events: Saturday October 14, 1-4pm & Tuesday October 17, 6-8pmShow will be located outside the Roosevelt Room from October 25-November 4.…Learn More

Monday, October 167:00—8:00 PMOnline

More Haunted Lighthouses of New England with Author Jeremy D'Entremont

haunted lighthouse 2Virtual. Register here to receive the Zoom link. Jeremy D'Entremont led a virtual tour last October of haunted lighthouses in New England. He's working on a 2. 0 program just for us! More stories, more ghosts, more sightings - just more! Lighthouses and ghost stories often seem to go hand in hand.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 173:30—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, October 175:30—6:30 PMCullen RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

English Conversation Group (Jeff Loeb)

Are you new to studying English? Do you want to practice your speaking and listening and develop more confidence in speaking English with others? In a Conversation Circle using everyday vocabulary you can talk about daily life, books, movies, travel, food, parenting, hobbies, the news, etc.…Learn More

Tuesday, October 176:00—8:00 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

In-Person Pumpkin Decorating

5th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Art Show at the Maynard Public Library. In-Person Decorating Event for the 5th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Art ShowDecorate a mini pumpkin to represent your favorite character or historical figure! Additional decorating events: Saturday October 14, 1-4pm & Monday October 16, 1-4pmShow will be located outside the Roosevelt Room from October 25-November 4.…Learn More

Tuesday, October 177:00—8:00 PMOnline

Navigating College Admissions Successfully in 2023

Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web. zoom. us/meeting/register/tZYtcuuvpzMjEtBssHwsL37BcSuY2-Y1gEh5We are offering this Zoom presentation to help families understand how the lingering effects from the pandemic have changed the college admissions landscape and how it affects Juniors, Sophomores and Freshmen.…Learn More

Tuesday, October 177:00—8:00 PMOnline

An Evening with Author Melissa Lozada-Oliva - Candelaria

candelaria book coverVirtual. Register here to receive the Zoom link. Join author and poet Melissa Lozada-Oliva as she discusses her newest book, Candelaria: A Novel, set in Boston. About the Author: Melissa Lozada-Oliva is the child of Guatemalan and Colombian immigrants and the author of Dreaming of You and peluda.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 189:30—11:30 AMOnline

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group AM

Debbi HopeThe 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, October 1810:30—11:30 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Toy Time

Toy Time - Ages 1 - 5There's nothing that's more funThan to play with toys, it's trueFor every girl and boyAnd maybe parents too!At Toy Time kids will:a. meet like-minded toddlersb. build with blocksc. play with trainsd. participate in obstacle courses and paradese.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 1810:30 AM—12:00 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

English At Large Conversation Group

Trustees RoomThe English At Large conversation group is for intermediate to advanced adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Join a group of 10-14 learners and 2 facilitators to discuss topics including American culture and holidays, idioms, casual spoken English, and daily life situations.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 181:30—3:30 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

The Bee Fiber Crafts Group

Trustees RoomA friendly, welcoming group of fiber crafters -- knitters, spinners, weavers, crocheters, embroiderers. Please join us!
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Thursday, October 193:00—4:00 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Teen Glove Monsters

Teen Glove Monsters. October 19, 2023 at 3:00pm. Ages 12-18Make a monstrously fund craft using stretch gloves and more.  Snacks provided. Open to ages 12-18/grades 7-12. Registration requested to ensure enough supplies. Questions? Contact Casey at cpetipas-haggerty@minlib. net or 978-897-1010 x106

Thursday, October 193:30—4:15 PMMemorial ParkSummer St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Outdoor Storytime

Outdoor Storytime with Mr. Mark - ages 3 and overWe've moved storytime outdoorsWhere you'll hear great books, it's trueFor every girl and boyAnd the squirrels like them too!Five Best Reasons Storytime is Better Than Fishing:5. You'll get "hooked" on books, not on worms4.…Learn More

Thursday, October 195:30—7:00 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

English Conversation Group (Jeff Loeb)

Are you new to studying English? Do you want to practice your speaking and listening and develop more confidence in speaking English with others? In a Conversation Circle using everyday vocabulary you can talk about daily life, books, movies, travel, food, parenting, hobbies, the news, etc.…Learn More

Thursday, October 197:00—8:00 PMOnline

Environmental Journalist and Author Ben Goldfarb

Author Ben GoldfarbVirtual. Register here to receive the Zoom link. What do roads have to do with ecology - a question for the ages! Join us as we discuss "Crossings: How Road Ecology Is Shaping the Future of Our Planet" with Ben Goldfarb. Written with passion and curiosity, "Crossings" is a sweeping, spirited, and timely investigation into how humans have altered the natural world and how we can create a better future for all living beings.…Learn More

Thursday, October 197:00—8:45 PMCullen RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

61-63 Summer St. Reuse Committee

Cullen RoomThis Town-sponsored team is tasked with exploring and making recommendations for disposition of the 61-63 Summer Street property.
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Friday, October 203:30—4:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

The Game Club

The Game ClubThe Game Club: Ages 8 and up    A Bi-weekly Hour of Board Games & Beyond If you come to this great clubThis fact can't be ignoredYou will play a lot of gamesAnd never once get board, uh, bored!If you come to the Game Club you'll get to:a.…Learn More
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Sunday, October 22Library Closed

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Monday, October 23All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Pumpkin Decorating Art Show Submission Deadline

5th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Art Show at the Maynard Public Library. Last Day to return a pumpkin for the 5th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Art ShowReturn a pumpkin by 5:00pm with a completed Pumpkin ID Form to be included in the art show. Show will be located outside the Roosevelt Room from October 25-November 4.  Go to maynardpubliclibrary.…Learn More

Monday, October 2310:30—11:00 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Fall Baby Storytime

Aqua background with orange bubbles, illustration of baby eating a book.Ages Birth-2 years, older siblings welcome. The Fall session is indoors in the Storytime Room, with windows open to increase air circulation and followed by play time. The Fall session begins on Monday, September 11 and runs through Monday, December 11, except for Monday, October 9 (Indigenous Peoples Day).…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 243:30—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, October 247:00—8:30 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Get Organized with Google Calendar

Get Organized with Google CalendarNever forget an appointment again! Get yourself organized and synced with this 1 hour workshop. Join us as we learn how to create, maintain, and share an online calendar using one of Google’s most useful tools! Note: Please have a Google account already set up before attending.…Learn More

Tuesday, October 247:00—8:15 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
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Book Mill Discussion Group

Dust Child coverThis is the October 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 Dust Child by Nguyen phan que mai.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 25All DayExhibitMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Pumpkin Decorating Art Show

5th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Art Show at the Maynard Public Library. Come see the 5th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Art Show!See pumpkins decorated by library patrons of all ages to represent their favorite characters and more! Each pumpkin is displayed with a book, movie, or television show representing the inspiration behind it! On display Wednesday, October 25 - Saturday, November 4Go to maynardpubliclibrary.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 25All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Kids Take & Make Kit: Foam Photo Frames

Green, blue, and orange pennant banner along the top. The words Take & Make Craft in blue. An orangeKids Take & Make Kit: Foam Photo FramesCreate a fun, foam, fall-themed photo frame! There are two designs to choose from: Pumpkin Patch and Funny Face Pumpkins. Kit from Oriental Trading. Available beginning Wednesday, October 25 while supplies last.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 2510:30—11:30 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Toy Time

Toy Time - Ages 1 - 5There's nothing that's more funThan to play with toys, it's trueFor every girl and boyAnd maybe parents too!At Toy Time kids will:a. meet like-minded toddlersb. build with blocksc. play with trainsd. participate in obstacle courses and paradese.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 2510:30 AM—12:00 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

English At Large Conversation Group

Trustees RoomThe English At Large conversation group is for intermediate to advanced adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Join a group of 10-14 learners and 2 facilitators to discuss topics including American culture and holidays, idioms, casual spoken English, and daily life situations.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 256:00—8:00 PMOnline

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group PM

Debbi HopeThe 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, October 264:00—5:30 PMLibrary PatioMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Monster Pop Outdoor Craft Activity

What's better than this? You get to wear your costumes and get candy from all the places downtown, including. .. the LIBRARY. We'll have an outdoor booth on Nason Street and we'll be making Marshmallow Monster Pops! Don't worry, if they're too scary, you can eat them.

Thursday, October 265:30—7:00 PMCullen RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

English Conversation Group (Jeff Loeb)

Are you new to studying English? Do you want to practice your speaking and listening and develop more confidence in speaking English with others? In a Conversation Circle using everyday vocabulary you can talk about daily life, books, movies, travel, food, parenting, hobbies, the news, etc.…Learn More

Thursday, October 267:00—8:00 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
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Put Your Hands in the River—The Formation and Fate of the Assabet, Sudbury and Concord Watershed

Alison Field-Juma OARSRegister below for in-person attendance at the library. Click here to attend via Zoom. “To put your hands in a river is to feel the chords that bind the earth together. ” Take a journey from the glacial period that shaped this watershed to what we can do now to restore the natural resilience of our rivers.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 2812:00—1:30 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

October Spice Club

This is the October meeting of the Spice Club. All are welcome. Pick up a kit (with recipes and a spice sample) and join us for a potluck lunch and discussion. October's spice: RosemarySee recipe booklets from previous months at https://www. maynardpubliclibrary.…Learn More

Saturday, October 283:30—4:30 PMMemorial ParkSummer St, Maynard, MA, 01754

Halloween Storytime

Halloween Storytime & Craft Conglomerationwith Mr. Mark and Special Guest, Our Mistress of Mayhem, Wendy ValentineIn Memorial Park at 3:30 PM (rain location - the library's Story Room) (Ages 3 and over)If you come to this great programThere'll be nothing there to haunt youYou won't encounter any monstersUnless, of course, you want to!If you come to the Halloween Storytime, you'll:a.…Learn More
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Sunday, October 29Library Closed

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Monday, October 3010:30—11:00 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

CANCELED - Fall Baby Storytime

Aqua background with orange bubbles, illustration of baby eating a book.Ages Birth-2 years, older siblings welcome. The Fall session is indoors in the Storytime Room, with windows open to increase air circulation and followed by play time. The Fall session begins on Monday, September 11 and runs through Monday, December 11, except for Monday, October 9 (Indigenous Peoples Day).…Learn More

Monday, October 3012:00—1:15 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754

October Cookbook Club

Apple Lover's Cookbook coverThis is the October meeting of the Cookbook Club. All are welcome to join!Pick up a copy of this month's cookbook at the Circulation Desk, try a recipe or two and prepare one for our potluck lunch and discussion. October's cookbook: The Apple Lover's Cookbook by Amy TraversoRead more about the cookbook club at https://www.…Learn More
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