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Tuesday, October 13:30—4:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
CANCELED - 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 29:30—11:30 AMOnline
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group
Virtual. Register directly on Zoom HERE. 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. 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 210:30—11:30 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
CANCELED - 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
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Thursday, October 34:00—4:45 PMMemorial ParkSummer St, Maynard, MA, 01754
CANCELED - 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
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Saturday, October 59:00 AM—3:30 PMOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
MPL at Maynard Fest!
Come visit the Library staff and the Friends of the Maynard Public Library at our Maynard Fest booth! We will have some games for the kids and some giveaway items, and we will be helping people sign up for their FREE library cards.
Saturday, October 510:00 AM—4:00 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Trustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Friends of the Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Library will hold their largest book sale of the year with thousands of books, DVDs, music CDs and puzzles for sale. There will be items in a wide range of genres (fiction, history, cookbooks, animals, classics, mystery, art, psychology, business, sports, sci-fi/fantasy, biography, gardening) for all ages.…Learn More
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Sunday, October 612:00—3:00 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Trustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Friends of the Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Library will hold their largest book sale of the year with thousands of books, DVDs, music CDs and puzzles for sale. There will be items in a wide range of genres (fiction, history, cookbooks, animals, classics, mystery, art, psychology, business, sports, sci-fi/fantasy, biography, gardening) for all ages.…Learn More
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Monday, October 7All 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 More
Monday, October 710:30—11:15 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Fall 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 Fall session is indoors in the Storytime Room, with windows open to increase air circulation and followed by play time.…Learn More
Monday, October 73:30—4:15 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Teen Silent Book Club
Make an edible DIY treat, then read independently! No discussions, no required reading before coming! Bring what you are currently reading, or choose something from the library.
Meets one Monday a month at 3:30pmThis month's treats: Tortilla Pizza RollsNo registration needed
Questions? Contact Casey at cpetipas-haggerty@minlib.…Learn More
Monday, October 77:00—8:15 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
RESCHEDULED--Friends of the Maynard Library Meeting
The October Friends meeting will be held on Oct 21. This is the monthly meeting of the Friends of the Maynard Public Library. All are welcome to join in, either in person or on Zoom. The Friends will discuss upcoming events, funding for special programs, volunteer opportunities for events and other topics.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 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
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Wednesday, October 9All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
All Ages Take & Make Kit: Woven Owl
Make a hanging wall décor that looks like an owl using a cardboard loom!Available beginning Wednesday, October 9 while supplies last. For ages 4-adult.
Questions? Contact Casey at cpetipas-haggerty@minlib. net or 978-897-1010 x106.
Wednesday, October 910:30—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 91:00—3:00 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Knitting Group
We gather to work on hand crafts. All are invited to bring a project and spend time working on it.
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Thursday, October 104:00—4:45 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 107:00—8:15 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Medicare Supplement Plans or Medicare Advantage Plans? Which Coverage is Best for Me?
This is the #1 question most people have when deciding on the coverage that is best for them. This presentation will discuss the differences between Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage plans, show real life case studies and provide resources to help in the decision process.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 1211:00 AM—12:30 PMOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge History Talk and Bunker Tour
Friends of Woodlands and Waters will present a historical World War II supply bunker tour at the Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday, October 12th at 11am, beginning in the Visitor Center, at 680 Hudson Road, Sudbury.
Attendees will join Jan Wright and Chris Stahl, local volunteer historians, for an informative historical slideshow about the refuge, followed by a tour of a WWII supply storage bunker.…Learn More
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Monday, October 14Library Closed
Monday, October 14All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Library Closed (Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day)
Monday, October 1412:00—1:15 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
CANCELED - 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
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Tuesday, October 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, October 155:00—6:30 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Board of Library Trustees meeting
Board of Library Trustees monthly meeting
Tuesday, October 156:30—8:30 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
From Book to Screen Film Series: Walk in the Woods (2015)
Join us for our "From Book to Screen" Film Series! Did you like the book? We bet you'll also like the movie? Didn't read the book? That's fine!Enjoy the movie in one of our comfortable movie chairs! Popcorn and cookies served!Film Description: After spending two decades in England, Bill Bryson (Robert Redford) returns to the U.…Learn More
Tuesday, October 156:45—8:00 PMCullen RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Maynard Historical Commission meeting
Maynard Historical Commission meeting
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Wednesday, October 169:30—11:30 AMOnline
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group
Virtual. Register directly on Zoom HERE. 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. 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 1610:30—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 161:30—3:30 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
The Bee Fiber Crafts Group
We welcome you to join us to knit, crochet, embroider, quilt, mend or whatever fiber craft you enjoy!
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Thursday, October 174:00—4:45 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 177:00—8:00 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
The Thoreau Society: “Civil Rights & Civil Disobedience”
Richard Smith of the Thoreau Society Speakers' Bureau will present “Civil Rights & Civil Disobedience”--a thought-provoking exploration of Thoreau’s participation in the Underground Railroad, his abolitionist views, night in jail and how his writings have historically inspired civil rights movements around the world.…Learn More
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Monday, October 2110:30—11:15 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Fall 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 Fall session is indoors in the Storytime Room, with windows open to increase air circulation and followed by play time.…Learn More
Monday, October 2112:00—1:15 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
October 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, October 217:00—8:15 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Friends of the Maynard Library Meeting
Rescheduled from 10/7This is the monthly meeting of the Friends of the Maynard Public Library. All are welcome to join in, either in person or on Zoom. The Friends will discuss upcoming events, funding for special programs, volunteer opportunities for events and other topics.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 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, October 227:00—8:30 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Return to the Moon, Forward to Mars with NASA Ambassador David Ball
Return to the Moon Forward to Mars, traces the history of flight in America from the Wright brothers and the formation of the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics to the creation of NASA and the Moon landings. It then outlines the challenges as we prepare to send the first humans to another planet.…Learn More
Tuesday, October 227:00—8:15 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Online
Book Mill Discussion Group
This 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 The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 23All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
All Ages Take & Make Kit: Leaf Resist Sponge Painting
Use leaves from your backyard to create a unique sponge painting - perfect as regular artwork, or turn it into a notecard, bookmark, or other item!Available beginning Wednesday, October 23 while supplies last. For ages 2-adult.
Questions? Contact Casey at cpetipas-haggerty@minlib.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 2310:30—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 234:00—4:10 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
CANCELED - 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.
Wednesday, October 234:10—4:20 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
CANCELED - 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.
Wednesday, October 234:20—4:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
CANCELED - 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 4:20 time slot.
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Thursday, October 244:00—5:30 PMOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Downtown Trick-or-Treat: The Maynard Library Booth
Downtown Trick-or-Treat: The Maynard Public Library BoothMake an edible craft out of Halloween treatsAt the Maynard Library boothWe'll make yummy crafts togetherThey'll really look quite goodAnd they'll taste even better!At the Maynard Library Booth, you'll:a.…Learn More
Thursday, October 245:00—8:45 PMTrustees RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Knitting and Crochet Group
Knitting and Crochet Group. Open to the public.
Thursday, October 247:00—8:00 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Learn the Ukulele: An Adult Class
Learn the Ukulele: An Adult Ukulele Class with Julie StepanekLearn to play actual songs on the ukulele in just one class - ukuleles will be suppliedFive Best Reasons to Take this Ukulele Classa. It's the second easiest instrument to play (except, of course, for the kazoo)b.…Learn More
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Friday, October 252:00—4:00 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
The "Reel" Thing: A Movie Club for Kids
The "Reel" Thing: A Movie Club for Kids - In the Roosevelt Room - Ages 8 and overKids get their own library screening of a favorite motion pictureIf you sign up for this clubThings could really turn out goodWe'll start off at the libraryAnd end up in Hollywood!If you come to the program, you'll:a.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 2610:30—11:30 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
High Notes: An Interactive Concert for All Ages
High Notes: An Interactive Concert for All Ages - families and seniors welcomeListen, sing and dance to classical flute musicYou will not hear a squeakYou will not hear a tootBut you'll get to hear great musicPlayed by a classic flute!Have you ever heard a flute sound like a train? What about someone singing just like a bird? High Notes presents a concert of classical music the whole family can enjoy! Presented in an engaging and interactive environment, people of all ages are welcome to move, dance, and enjoy the music in their own way.…Learn More
Saturday, October 2612:00—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, October 2810:30—11:15 AMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Fall 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 Fall 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, October 293:30—4:30 PMStorytime RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
CANCELED - 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 297:00—8:30 PMRoosevelt RoomMaynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Get Organized with Google Calendar - Tech Workshop
Never 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
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Wednesday, October 30All DayOther Location (or Kits)Maynard Public Library77 Nason St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Teen Take & Make Kit: Zombie Plush Keychain
Teen Take & Make Kit: Zombie Plush KeychainUse bright green felt and embroidery thread to make a plush keychain or bag charm!Available beginning Wednesday, October 30 while supplies last. Suitable for ages 12-18. Questions? Contact Casey at cpetipas-haggerty@minlib.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 3010:30—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 304:00—4:45 PMMemorial ParkSummer St, Maynard, MA, 01754
Halloween Storytime & Craft Coalition
Halloween Storytime & Craft Coalition - with Featured Guest, Wendy Valentine - ages 3 and overWear you costume, hear spooky stories, eat cupcakes and make a Halloween craftIf you attend this storytimeYou'll feel extremely fineAlmost everyone is comingIncluding, uh-oh, Frankenstein!If you come to this storytime, you'll:a.…Learn More
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