Medfield Library announces upcoming activities!

The following submitted by Bernadette Foley, Head of Children’s Services, Medfield Memorial Public Library.

Medfield Public Library Activities and Events - September 17 - October 13, 2018

Fiction Book Club
Tuesday, September 18, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
We're back from our summer hiatus and this month we'll be reading Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult. This book is a remarkable achievement for a writer at the top of her game, complete with unflinching insights, richly layered characters, and a page-turning plot with a gripping moral dilemma at its heart.
Mystery Book Club
Thursday, September 20, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
For this Mystery Book Club book, we're reading and discussing Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz, we'll have copies at the library or you can request one.
Bernadette's 2nd & 3rd Grade Fun
Thursday, September 20, 4:15-5:15 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Join other kids your age for creative fun! This month we'll be doing Paper Weaving! 2nd & 3rd graders welcome. Please register as space is limited.
Needle Felted Birds
Thursday, September 20, 10:30-12:00 p.m.
Free; registration required
We'll miss our feathered friends when they fly South, so come in and make a felted friend to keep you company this winter! Needle felting is an age-old technique, but quite simple to learn. We'll have everything you need but feel free to bring in a picture or two if you have a favorite bird you'd like to replicate. No experience necessary. Please register as space is limited.
Lego Club
Friday, September 21, 4:15-5:15 p.m.
Free; registration required
Lego Club is back! Join other elementary age kids and challenge yourself to create different structures using our collection of Legos. Ages 5 and up. Please register as space is limited.
Family Lego Day
Saturday, September 22, 11:00-4:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Drop in and use the library's Lego collection to build fantastic creations! We'll also have materials available for coloring at the craft tables. Ages 3 and up with an adult.
Stamped Leather Key Fob for TEENS!
Tuesday, September 25, 4:00-5:45 p.m.
Free; registration required
Decorate a personalized, leather key fob using metal stamps and rubber mallets! No experience
necessary. Ages 12-18 are welcome. Please register as space is limited.
Stamped Leather Key Fob
Tuesday, September 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Free; registration required
Decorate a personalized, leather key fob using metal stamps and rubber mallets! No experience necessary.
Ages 18 and up are welcome. Ages 13 and up may attend with an adult caregiver. Please register each
participant separately as space is limited.
Susan's Surprise K & 1st Grade Fun
Thursday, September 27, 4:15-5:00 p.m.
Free; registration required
Join other kids your age for surprise, creative fun! Kindergarten & 1st graders welcome. Please register as
space is limited.
Author of the Month Night - Mo Willems Books!
Thursday, September 27, 7:00-7:45 p.m.
Free, no registration required
We love Mo Willems Books!! Enjoy reading books by beloved author, Mo Willems, all month long and drop in
with the family for this casual book club, featuring a read-a-loud by a librarian, a craft and an activity. Ages 4
and up with an adult. Looking ahead, we'll be sharing the love for Dav Pilkey Books on October 16 and
celebrating Kate DiCamillo Books on November 15!
Friends 1/2 Price Bookstore Sale
Saturday, September 29, 10:00-5:00 p.m.
Bargain prices; no registration required
Come in and check out the great selection of books, DVDs. CDs and more. Today at 1/2 price!
Kids Yoga
Monday, October 1, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Free; registration required
Get bendy with your buddies at this yoga class designed especially for preschoolers. Caregivers are
encouraged but not required to watch from outside the Children's Program Room. Ages 3-5. Please register
as space is limited. Registration required.
Mark Sullivan: Book Talk & Signing
Thursday, October 4, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
The library is so proud and pleased to welcome author and Medfield native Mark Sullivan to discuss his
popular and riveting historical novel, Beneath a Scarlet Sky!
Join us to learn more about this tale that captures a piece of history, based on extensive interviews and
research, a story of of courage and intrigue, love and redemption, tragedy and hope.
Registration is not required, but fill out the optional form on our events page and receive a reminder about this event.
Half Days @ the Library
Friday, October 5, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Drop by on half days this fall to try different activities with friends! It could be crafts, games, legos, you never
know! Grades K – 5 welcome.
Barn Babies
Friday, October 5, 2:00-2:25 & 2:30-2:55 p.m.
Free; registration required
During this hands-on program, children will be able to interact with a variety of animals including a diapered
goat, a little potbellied pig, lots of baby bunnies, chicks or ducks, puppies and kittens! Ages 3 and up.
Register for either the 2:00 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. event. When registering, please be sure to enter the accurate # of children attending as there is a strict limit. Registration required and begins Sept. 28th.
Family Games and Puzzles Day
Saturday, October 6, 11:00-4:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Drop in and play with the library's collection of games and puzzles! Ages 3 and up with an adult.
Makerspace Open House & Birthday Party
Tuesday, October 9, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
It's been a year since our Makerspace opened and we are celebrating! Come check out all the new
equipment, tools and toys we've added to the space, see demonstrations of the 3D printer and vinyl cutter, and find out how you and your family can utilize the Makerspace during library hours. Plus, there's gonna be cake!
Make A Book
Thursday, October 11, 10:30-1:00 p.m.
Free; registration required
Design and bind your own book to use as a journal, scrap book, photo album, sketchbook, or....?!? We'll have
everything you need but feel free to bring interesting paper, old postcards and greeting cards or even
cardboard, paper and envelopes out of your recycle bin! Please register as space is limited.
Nina's 4th & 5th Grade Fun
Thursday, October 11, 4:15-5:15 p.m.
Free; registration required
Join other kids your age for creative fun! This month we'll be making Halloween Lanterns! 4th & 5th graders
welcome. Registration required as space is limited.
Family Create Day
Saturday, October 13, 11:00-4:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Drop in to make this month's arts and crafts project! Ages 3 and up with an adult.
Medfield Library announces reoccurring activities
The STEAM Room
Every Monday and Wednesday, 3-5 p.m.
Every Thursday, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
The Medfield Public Library Makerspace, the STEAM Room, is open and available for use anytime that the
library is open for everyone aged 16+ and/or children accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you'd like some assistance on the equipment or to check out the activity of the day, drop by the STEAM Room during the days and times listed above. Nominal fees apply to some materials. For more information, please visit
www.medfieldpubliclibrary.org/...
Pattycake Place
Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10:15-10:30 a.m.
Free; no registration required
Ages 0 - 24 months. This music-based storytime for babies and their caregiver is full of songs, rhymes and
movement activities. Perfect for pre-walkers. Please choose one Storytime session per week. No Storytimes
November 21 & 22.
Toddler Time
Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10:45-11:00 a.m.
Free; no registration required
Ages 18 - 36 months. This music-based storytime for toddlers and their caregiver is full of songs, rhymes and
movement activities. Best for busy toddlers. Please choose one Storytime session per week. No Storytimes
November 21 & 22.
All Together Now
Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11:15-11:30 a.m.
Free; no registration required
Ages 0 – 36 months. This music-based storytime for babies/toddlers and their caregiver is full of songs,
rhymes and movement activities. Ideal for siblings. Please choose one Storytime session per week. No
Storytimes November 21 & 22.
Preschool Pageturners
Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11:45-12:15 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Ages 3 – 5. This program for preschoolers is designed to encourage the love of books that help develop
important early literacy skills. Please choose one Storytime session per week. No Storytimes November 21 &
22.
SPECTRUM
First and third Tuesday of the month, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
A club and safe space for Medfield’s LGBTQ+ teens…1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month @ 4pm (stay for SLAY
at 5pm!) FREE snacks…hang out, play games, make buttons/stickers/whatever!
SLAY
Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
HAUNTED HOUSE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Our Teen Advisory Group (SLAY) will be meeting weekly, every Tuesday from 5pm to 6pm to plan our annual Haunted House! We need actors, artists, prop makers, and more! FREE snacks and prizes for all volunteers. Let’s get spooky!

To register for these programs or for more information, call the library at 508-359-4544 or visit
http://ww.medfieldpubliclibrary.org/events. All events are FREE thanks to the Friends of the Medfield Public Library and take place at the Library unless otherwise noted.