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This event is in the "All Ages" group.

2024 Booktober Library Crawl

All Day 10/7 - 11/2
All Ages
Main Floor
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Literacy & Learning
Program Details:

Your Booktober library adventure awaits!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Zone

2:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers/Technology, Literacy & Learning
Program Details:

Weekdays after school, the Teen Room expands to cover most of the third floor!  If you're a teen in grades 7-12, come hang out after school, use a computer, (ask Miss Jo to borrow a Chromebook from the charging locker), play video games in th

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Open Studio

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Turner Free Studio
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Turner Free Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Computers/Technology, Literacy & Learning, Meetings & Reservations
Program Details:

Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to use the library’s digital media studio.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

Quick Flicks & Page Picks

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults & Seniors
Shurtleff Room
Registration
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Shurtleff Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Literacy & Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Program Details:

Find your next great read in minutes! Step into a world where literature comes alive through the art of sampling. Join us for a fast-paced literary matchmaking event where your perfect book is just tables away!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Student Success Center

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, Tweens
Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Program Details:

A free homework/tutoring club for students in Grades 1-8.  If you have questions, please call the Children’s Department at 781-961-0932.

Promotes: collaboration, communication

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Bouncing Tots

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Shurtleff Room
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Shurtleff Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Story Times
Program Details:

Come bounce with us on Thursdays at Bouncing Tots! Created for little ones aged 0-3, accompanied by an adult, get ready for a jolly storytime adventure! Sing along, pick up sign language, dive into stories, and tons of other exciting activities.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

Crafternoon: Paper Mache Pumpkins

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adults & Seniors
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Program Details:

Join us for crafts and conversation at our ongoing program designed for seniors. Due to limited space, registration is required and operates on a first-come, first-served basis.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Zone

2:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers/Technology, Literacy & Learning
Program Details:

Weekdays after school, the Teen Room expands to cover most of the third floor!  If you're a teen in grades 7-12, come hang out after school, use a computer, (ask Miss Jo to borrow a Chromebook from the charging locker), play video games in th

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Open Studio

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Turner Free Studio
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Turner Free Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Computers/Technology, Literacy & Learning, Meetings & Reservations
Program Details:

Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to use the library’s digital media studio.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

Level 1: Computer & Internet Technology for Beginners

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults & Seniors
Shurtleff Room
Registration
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Shurtleff Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Computers/Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Program Details:

This free, six-week class will cover keyboard and mouse use, creating & saving simple documents, visiting websites, sending & receiving emails, filling out online forms, and accessing city & state resources online.

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

Cozy Mystery Tea Party Book Club

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults & Seniors
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Book Clubs
Program Details:

Are you a senior who loves cozy mysteries (or just wants to try one out)? Fancy a spot of tea? Come join us at the Cozy Mystery Tea Party Book Club for conversation and light refreshments!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Zone

2:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers/Technology, Literacy & Learning
Program Details:

Weekdays after school, the Teen Room expands to cover most of the third floor!  If you're a teen in grades 7-12, come hang out after school, use a computer, (ask Miss Jo to borrow a Chromebook from the charging locker), play video games in th

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Open Studio

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Turner Free Studio
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Turner Free Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Computers/Technology, Literacy & Learning, Meetings & Reservations
Program Details:

Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to use the library’s digital media studio.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Visit With a Therapy Dog

10:30am - 11:30am
All Ages
Children’s Room
Registration
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children’s Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Literacy & Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Program Details:

Intrigued by the captivating world of therapy dogs? Come along as we delve into the delightful universe of these special canines and learn how they bring joy to our community. Meet Arthur and his spirited duo of Dog B.O.N.E.S certified pups!

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

Friends Book Group

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adults & Seniors
Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Book Clubs
Program Details:

Come meet with your Friends to discuss each month's selection!

Copies are available at the library.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Pages to Screen: Coraline

11:30am - 1:00pm
All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Shurtleff Room
Registration
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Shurtleff Room
Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Movies & Performances
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 46
Program Details:

Step right up to the Turner Free Library - it's SHOWTIME! Every Wednesday, dive into a FREE movie extravaganza! Kids get to witness their favorite books come alive on the silver screen!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen/YA Creative Writing Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teens
Teen Room
Registration
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy & Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Details:

Creative Writing Club is for storytellers and writing enthusiasts in Grades 7-12.  Whether you have been working on writing something independently, or if you're just looking for ideas to write about, you will fine tune your writing skills th

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

Device Advice

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults & Seniors
Main Floor
Registration
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Computers/Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Free, one-on-one technology assistance! Please be sure to bring your active library card as well as any devices, charging cables, and information you may need to access your accounts.

We can assist you with:

  • Windows & Mac basics
  • iPad and iPhone basics
  • Kindle or Nook basics
  • Library resource set-up and use (downloading books, music, movies, classes, etc)
  • Microsoft Office Basics (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
  • Email set-up and use
  • USB flash drive use
  • Google Drive set-up and use
  • Facetime or Skype for video chatting
  • Spotify or Pandora for listening to music
  • Social media set-up and navigation (Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram, Snapchat, Pinterest, LinkedIn)
  • Library database usage

****Sessions are limited to 15 minutes.****

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Zone

2:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers/Technology, Literacy & Learning
Program Details:

Weekdays after school, the Teen Room expands to cover most of the third floor!  If you're a teen in grades 7-12, come hang out after school, use a computer, (ask Miss Jo to borrow a Chromebook from the charging locker), play video games in th

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

Free Advanced ESL for Newcomers

4:00pm - 5:15pm
Adults & Seniors
Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Registration
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Literacy & Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Program Details:

We're thrilled to announce our ESL Conversation Classes in partnership with the Randolph Turner Free Public Library, the Randolph Intergenerational Community Center (RICC), and the DEI Coalition!

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Spooky Warmup!

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Children’s Room
Registration
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children’s Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 87
Program Details:

The Halloween celebrations begin at 6 PM, but if you're looking for some early excitement, join us at 5 PM for a range of thrilling activities!

 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Toe Jam Puppet Band with Halloween Trick or Treat

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Shurtleff Room and Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Registration
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Shurtleff Room and Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Movies & Performances
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 47
Program Details:

Get set for a spine-tingling night of music and laughter at the Toe Jam Puppet Band Halloween bash! Geared towards kids and families, this event guarantees a hair-raising blend of eerie and goofy with a rockin' beat.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Toddler Time with Self Help CFCE

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Shurtleff Room
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Shurtleff Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Details:

Join Ms. Marsha  for learning and fun at the Turner Free Library. We will play and learn together as the year unfolds! There will be free play, music, movement, stories, and a craft.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Zone

2:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Mary Wilkins Freeman Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers/Technology, Literacy & Learning
Program Details:

Weekdays after school, the Teen Room expands to cover most of the third floor!  If you're a teen in grades 7-12, come hang out after school, use a computer, (ask Miss Jo to borrow a Chromebook from the charging locker), play video games in th