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Monday, July 110:30—11:15 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. There will be toys available after storytime ends.
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 More2
Tuesday, July 2All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Kids & Teens Take & Make Kit: Fireworks Painting
Kids & Teens Take & Make Kit: Fireworks PaintingUse glue, salt, & watercolors, or use a straw as a "stamp" to make vibrant firework paintings on black paper! Available beginning Tuesday, July 2 while supplies last. Suitable for ages 2-18.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 23:30—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, July 31:30—3:30 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
The Bee Fiber Crafts Group
A friendly group of fiber crafters -- please join us!4
Thursday, July 4Library Closed
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Saturday, July 610:30—11:15 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Family Storytime: Wonderful Water
Explore water, watery-habitats, the water cycle, and more! *Warning: You may get wet during this storytime!*Join Ms. Casey on Saturday morning for a family-friendly storytime featuring books, rhymes, and activities. For families with children of all ages.…Learn More7
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Monday, July 810:30—11:15 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. There will be toys available after storytime ends.
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 MoreMonday, July 812:00—1:15 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Cookbook Club
This is the monthly meeting of the Cookbook Club. All are welcome!Pick up a copy of the featured cookbook at the Circulation Desk, try a recipe or two and then prepare a dish for our shared potluck lunch and discussion. Visit the Cookbook Club page at https://www.…Learn More
Monday, July 87:00—8:00 PMOnline
A Virtual Tour of the Bata Shoe Museum
Virtual. Click here to register and receive the Zoom link. PLEASE NOTE: This program will NOT be recorded. Feet are the same around the world, but what we wear can be so different! Learn why with a virtual tour of the Bata Shoe Museum! As the only museum in North America dedicated to footwear (located in Toronto, Canada), the BSM showcases 4,500 years of history and nearly 15,000 artifacts in its collection.…Learn More9
Tuesday, July 93:30—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, July 96:00—7:00 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Cardboard Canvas Firefly Painting
Upcycled art! This summer scene uses an old cardboard box to make a canvas that lights up. Create your artwork by following along with a YouTube video. All supplies provided, no electrical or painting experience needed! Snacks provided. This event is part of the Teen Summer Library Club.…Learn More
ADA Commission meeting10
Wednesday, July 10All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Kids Take & Make Kit: Standing Cardboard Animal Statues
Kids Take & Make Kit: Standing Cardboard Animal StatuesCreate cardboard statues of your favorite animals - cut out a body, legs, then slot them together!Available beginning Wednesday, July 10 while supplies last. Suitable for ages 4-12. Questions? Contact Casey at cpetipas-haggerty@minlib.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 1010:30—11:30 AMMemorial ParkSummer St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Rolie Polie Guacamole - A free children's concert in Memorial Park
Rolie Polie Guacamole A Free Children's Concert in Memorial ParkWe've got a concert coming upThat will make you want to singOkay, Taylor Swift was busySo we've done the next best thing!Dear Kids: If you come to this concert, you'll:a. Get to hear a great live children's bandb.…Learn More11
Thursday, July 117:00—8:15 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Online
Botswana: Exploring the Okavango Delta with Bill Gette
Registration is required for this event. You can choose to watch with others at the library using the form below OR click here to register to watch from home on Zoom. Bill Gette, Founding Director of Mass Audubon’s Joppa Flats Education Center, led two natural history travel adventures to Botswana’s Okavango Delta.…Learn More12
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Saturday, July 13All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Spice Club Kits
Spice Club Kits are now available. Pick up a kit containing a spice sample and a booklet with spice information and recipes at the Circulation Desk. Have fun cooking!If you'd like to join in a potluck lunch and discussion, they are usually on the 4th Saturday of the month.…Learn More14
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Monday, July 1510:30—11:15 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. There will be toys available after storytime ends.
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 MoreMonday, July 153:00—4:15 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Silent Book Club [plus Snacks]
Make yourself a treat, then read independently from the 2024 Teen Choice Book Award nominees. Copies of the nominees will be available at the program, and can be checked out afterwards. July Theme: Mysteries, Horror, Thrillers, & Dirt Cakes. Open to ages 12-18.…Learn More16
Tuesday, July 163:30—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, July 166:00—6:45 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Summer Stories & STEM: Plastic, Plastic, Everywhere
Listen to a short story, then make plastic - from MILK!This is the second of three evening programs for children and families about going green to go along with the 2024 summer theme, Read-Renew-Repeat. For ages 5-12, parent/guardian participation encouraged.…Learn More17
Wednesday, July 17All DayExhibitMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Other Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Tiny Art Show Kit Available
2024 Tiny Art Show Kits available starting today!Create artwork no larger than 4" at home or attend one of the three In-person creating events. Artwork completed or returned before 9pm on Tuesday, July 30 will be included in the Tiny Art Show, on exhibit August 3-17.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 171:30—3:30 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
The Bee Fiber Crafts Group
A friendly group of fiber crafters -- please join us!18
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Friday, July 1910:30—11:30 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Ages and Stages Playgroup - Registration required
Ages and Stages Playgroup for Ages 12-23 Months
Held by First Connections at Maynard Public LibraryRegistration required for the six-week session by emailing lmatthews@jri. org
In this group, children will have a chance to interact with one another and with materials and activities based on the Ages and Stages Questionnaire to support different areas of their development, such as fine and gross motor, communication, and social skills.…Learn More20
Saturday, July 2010:30 AM—12:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Tiny Art Show In-Person Creating Event
2024 Tiny Art Show In-person Creating Event today!Create artwork no larger than 4" at home or attend one of the three In-person creating events. Artwork completed or returned before 9pm on Tuesday, July 30 will be included in the Tiny Art Show, on exhibit beginning Saturday August 3.…Learn MoreSaturday, July 202:00—4:00 PMMemorial ParkSummer St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Summer Concert: Martha Redbone
Annual Summer Concert: Martha Redbone, singer of R&B, folk, soul, and more!Veterans Memorial Park (Rain location: The Sanctuary)Martha Redbone is a vocalist, songwriter, composer, and music educator, celebrated for her tasty gumbo of roots music embodying the folk and mountain blues sounds of her childhood in the Appalachian hills of Kentucky, mixed with the eclectic grit of her teenage years in Brooklyn.…Learn More21
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Monday, July 2210:30—11:15 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. There will be toys available after storytime ends.
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 More23
Tuesday, July 233:30—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, July 235:00—6:30 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Board of Library Trustees meeting
Board of Library Trustees monthly meetingTuesday, July 236:00—8:00 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Tiny Art Show In-Person Creating Event
2024 Tiny Art Show In-person Creating Event today!Create artwork no larger than 4" at home or attend one of the three In-person creating events. Artwork completed or returned before 9pm on Tuesday, July 30 will be included in the Tiny Art Show, on exhibit beginning Saturday August 3.…Learn More24
Wednesday, July 24All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Kids & Teens Take & Make Kit: Grass Heads
Kids & Teens Take & Make Kit: Grass HeadsThis DIY chia pet takes empty yogurt containers, potting soil, scrap paper, and grass seeds to make a fun character to brighten up your windowsill. Available beginning Wednesday, July 24 while supplies last.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 2411:00 AM—12:30 PMOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Truck Parade
The Annual Truck Parade - at the Maynard High School Field - all ages(Rain Date - Wednesday, August 7 - 11- 12:30 PM)There'll be police cars, fire enginesThe parade has trucks - a lotDiggers, dinosaurs, dump trucksOkay, dinosaurs maybe not!If you come to the truck parade, you'll:a.…Learn More
Wednesday, July 247:00—8:00 PMOnline
Contemporary Conversations Book Group
Interested in discussing books with fellow readers but don't have a lot of time for it? Our Contemporary Conversations group is:OnlineEvery other month (odd months)Wednesdays at 7pmContemporary fiction and occasional other selectionsLed by MPL Circulation Assistant Liz LeaverAttend whichever meetings interest you and work with your schedule.…Learn More25
Thursday, July 252:00—3:00 PMLibrary PatioMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Storytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Mini Globe Planter
Paint a ceramic planter shaped like the Earth, and take home a small plant to put in it!
Ages 12-18, on the Library PatioRain location: Storytime RoomThis event is part of the Teen Summer Library Club. For details on the Teen Summer Library Club, go to maynardpubliclibrary.…Learn MoreThursday, July 257:00—8:30 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Cathy Stanton, "Food Margins: Lessons from an Unlikely Grocer"
Author Cathy Stanton will visit the library to discuss her new book Food Margins: Lessons from an Unlikely Grocer. Food Margins tells the story of a small food co-op in Orange, Mass, a former mill town searching for its place in the twenty-first century economy.…Learn More26
Friday, July 2610:30—11:30 AMMemorial ParkSummer St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Duck Storytime with Land's Sake Farm
Duck Storytime - with Lands Sake Farm - Ages 3 and overInstead of Mr. Mark a duck will be at storytime this week! (note: Mr. Mark will be there too - you think he would miss this?)There'll be a duck at storytimeWhich should not cause a lackNo, he can't really readBut you should hear him quack!If you come to this, you'll:a.…Learn More
Friday, July 2610:30—11:30 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Ages and Stages Playgroup - Registration required
Ages and Stages Playgroup for Ages 12-23 Months
Held by First Connections at Maynard Public LibraryRegistration required for the six-week session by emailing lmatthews@jri. org
In this group, children will have a chance to interact with one another and with materials and activities based on the Ages and Stages Questionnaire to support different areas of their development, such as fine and gross motor, communication, and social skills.…Learn MoreFriday, July 264:00—4:10 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Read-to-a-Dog - Zora!
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 Zorab. Get to pet and bond with a truly caring caninec. Have the dog you always wanted - for ten minutes anyway!You can sign up here for the 4:00 time slot.
Friday, July 264:10—4:20 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Read-to-a-Dog - Zora!
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 Zorab. Get to pet and bond with a truly caring caninec. Have the dog you always wanted - for ten minutes anyway!You can sign up here for the 4:10 time slot.
Friday, July 264:20—4:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Read-to-a-Dog - Zora!
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 Zorab. Get to pet and bond with a truly caring caninec. Have the dog you…Learn More
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Saturday, July 27All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Donations Accepted for August Craft Swap-
Calling all crafters! Need to make room in your craft area? Want to try out a new craft without making a big investment? Want to donate items in a sustainable way?
Bring new or gently used arts & crafts materials to swap for new-to-you supplies! Donations are not required to participate.…Learn MoreSaturday, July 2712:00—1:15 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Spice Club Discussion
This is the monthly discussion for Spice Club. All are welcome!At the beginning of the month (usually 1st Mondays), pick up a spice club kit at Circulation or download the recipe booklet from https://www. maynardpubliclibrary. org/spice. You can also choose your own recipe!Prepare a dish to share at our potluck lunch and discussion.…Learn More
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Monday, July 2910:30—11:15 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. There will be toys available after storytime ends.
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 MoreMonday, July 291:00—4:00 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Tiny Art Show In-Person Creating Event
2024 Tiny Art Show In-person Creating Event today!Create artwork no larger than 4" at home or attend one of the three In-person creating events. Artwork completed or returned before 9pm on Tuesday, July 30 will be included in the Tiny Art Show, on exhibit beginning Saturday August 3.…Learn More30
Tuesday, July 30All DayExhibitMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Other Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Tiny Art Show Pieces Due
2024 Tiny Art Show Creations Due Today!Artwork measuring 4"x4" with a completed ID form will be included in this years Art Show, opening Saturday, August 3. All ages, 0-adult, welcome to participate. For full details, go to maynardpubliclibrary. org/tiny-art-show.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 303:30—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, July 31All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Kids Take & Make Kit: Butterfly Suncatcher Toy
Kids Take & Make Kit: Butterfly Suncatcher ToyCreate a butterfly suncatcher with a cardboard tube and colored cellophane! Perfect for outdoor fun!Available beginning Wednesday, July 31 while supplies last. Suitable for ages 3-12. Questions? Contact Casey at cpetipas-haggerty@minlib.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 3110:30—11:30 AMMemorial ParkSummer St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Amazing Animal Ambassadors (Live Animal Show)
Amazing Animal Ambassadors (A Live Animal Show)- ages four and overAt Memorial Park (rain location - Roosevelt Room)This Animal EventIs for any fan of scienceIt's got lizards, lions, birdsOkay, maybe not the lions!Some unusual creatures will be visiting us at this great show - big animals, small animals, birds, librarians.…Learn More