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Medfield Public Library Happenings Feb 11th - March 9nd...
Medfield Library announces upcoming activities!
The following provided by Bernadette Foley, Head of Childrens Services.
Medfield Library announces upcoming activities
Parachute Play
Monday, February 11, 10:15-10:55 a.m. & 11:00-11:40 a.m.
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Free; registration required
Children and their caregivers are invited to ring around the parachute with music, games, a story and a craft! Ages 2-5 with an adult. Please register as space is limited. Registration begins on January 28.
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Makerspace Open House
Tuesday, February 12, 6:00-8:00 pm
Free; no registration required
Come on in and try something new! Here at the library we have a Makerspace full of equipment, tools and crafting supplies available for your use. This open house is a great opportunity to tour the space if you've never been here before, or to try out a new piece of equipment with help nearby. From high tech to traditional, we probably have something that will float your boat! Already working on something? Bring it in and chat with other makers while you work! Registration is not required, but sign up if you'd like an email reminder about this event.
Snail Mail Letter Writing Session *For Adults
Wednesday, February 13, 12:00-2:00 pm
Free; no registration required
Remember the joy of getting a letter in the mail? You know, the real mail? Drop by the library to drop someone a line and make their day! We'll have stationery, pens, envelopes and some fun collage materials if you want to make a personalized postcard. We'll even put a stamp on your correspondence and post it for you! All you need to bring is your address book. (If you no longer have an address book, bring your phone so you can text your letter's recipient and ask for their mailing address!). Registration is not required, but sign up if you'd like an email reminder about this event.
Bernadette's 2nd & 3rd Grade Fun
Thursday, February 14, 4:15-5:15 pm
Free; registration required
Join other kids your age and learn how to finger knit! Kids in grades 2 & 3 are welcome. Registration required as space is limited.
Family Lego Day
Saturday, February 16, 11:00-4:00 pm
Free; no registration required
Drop in and use the library's Lego collection to build fantastic creations. Ages 3 and up with an adult. No registration required.
Vacation Scavenger Hunt
Tuesday – Saturday, February 19-23, All Day
Free; no registration required
Drop in and go on a a winter scavenger hunt around the Children's Room! Visit the Children's Desk to participate. Ages 3 and up.
Vacation Crafts
Tuesday, February 19, 11:00-5:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Drop in for an arts and crafts project. Ages 3 and up with an adult.
Brown Bag Lunch with Public Health Nurse
Tuesday, February 19, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Free; registration required
Stop by at lunchtime, and take control of your health! Bring a lunch of your choice (a selection of beverages will be provided) and all of the prescription medications that you are currently taking. Our Public Health Nurse, Alyssa, will review your meds and offer feedback and assistance. She'll also take you blood pressure! Please register.
Vacation Yoga for Big Kids
Wednesday, February 20, 11:05-11:50 a.m.
Free; registration required
Get bendy with your buddies during this yoga class designed especially for children in Grades K-3. Please register as space is limited.
Vacation Crafts
Wednesday, February 20, 1:00-5:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Drop in for an arts and crafts project. Ages 3 and up with an adult.
Vacation Legos
Thursday & Friday, February 21 & 22, 11:00-5:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Drop in and use the library's Lego collection to creative anything you wish and put it on display! Ages 3 and up with an adult.
Mystery Book Club
Thursday, February 21, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
For this Mystery Book Club book, we're reading and discussing Speaking in Bones by Kathy Reichs. From the publisher: "When forensic anthropologist Dr Temperance Brennan is approached by amateur detective Hazel ‘Lucky’ Strike, at first she is inclined to dismiss the woman’s claims that she’s matched a previously unidentified set of remains with a name...but as the words of a terrified young woman echo round her office from an audio recorder found near where the bones were discovered, something about the story won't let Tempe go."
Family Create Day
Saturday, February 23, 11:00-4:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Drop in for an arts and crafts project! Ages 3 and up with an adult. No registration required.
PJ Storytime
Tuesday, February 26, 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Join us in your pajama best! Enjoy a read aloud and a craft or activity to end the night right. Ages 3 and up with an adult.
T-Shirt Rag Quilt Instructional Demonstration
Tuesday, February 26, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Free; registration required
Have a bunch of old t-shirts taking up space in your drawers? Learn how to turn them into a cozy keepsake at this instructional demonstration. You'll go home with the knowledge for cutting, laying out, and sewing together a t-shirt rag quilt, as well as an instruction sheet, so you can make your own quilt at home. Please register as space is limited.
No sewing machine? No worries! At the Library Makerspace, we have everything you need to make your quilt (except the t-shirts, of course.) You can come in anytime the library is open and use the equipment, free of charge. We also have a sewing machine available for check out in our "Unusual Items" collection.
Not sure how to use a sewing machine? Not a problem! Plan on staying for an hour or so after the demonstration to get a quick lesson in sewing straight lines (that's all you have to do to make a quilt) with some time to practice and ask questions.
Susan's Surprise K & 1st Grade Fun
Thursday, February 28, 4:15-5:00 p.m.
Free; registration required
Join other kids your age for surprise creative fun! Grades K & 1 welcome. Please register as space is limited.
Family Lego Day
Saturday, March 2, 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 have coloring material available too, so there will be something fun for everyone! Ages 3 and up with an adult.
Parachute Play
Monday, March 4, 10:15-10:55 a.m. & 11:00-11:40 a.m.
Free; registration required
Children and their caregivers are invited to ring around the parachute with music, games, a story and a craft! Ages 2-5 with an adult. Please register as space is limited. Registration begins on February 18.
Copper Stamping *For Teens
Tuesday, March 5, 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Free; registration required
Teens are invited to sign up for a metalsmithing class with artist Heather Beck. Using hammers and tools, customize copper bookmarks and other items with shape and letter stamps to create words and textures. Afterwards, the bookmarks are dipped in sulphur to create a burnished look. Please register as space is limited.
Family Games & Puzzles Day
Saturday, March 9, 11:00-4:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Drop in to try out games and puzzles from our Toy Collection. Ages 3 and up with an adult.
Medfield Library announces reoccurring activities
The STEAM Room – Medfield Library’s Makerspace
Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Thursdays, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Patrons of all ages can drop in to use the Makerspace whenever the library is open! However, during the days and times listed above, library staff is also there to help with the equipment, tools and toys we have available. We've got a sewing machine, vinyl cutter, 3D pens, and jewelry making, embroidery & duct tape craft supplies-just to name a few! We'll also have a craft or activity set up and ready to go if you're unsure of what to try. And as always, 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.
3D Print Mondays in the Makerspace!
Mondays, 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Drop by the Makerspace to see the 3D printer in action and to get started on making your own designs to print!
SLAY
First and Third Tuesday of the month, 5-6 p.m.
Free; no registration required
What in the world is SLAY?! It stands for “Sassy Library Advisory Youth” (hey, our past members came up with the name), and it’s the library’s teen advisory board. Our SLAYers have direct involvement in ideas, purchases, events, and displays in the Teen Area! Join the Teen Librarian Erica for a meeting and boss her around. Plus, there are always free snacks! Grades 6-12 welcome.
Teen Pick a Panel Event
All February
Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Thursdays, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Free; no registration required
We've put new Soud-Absorbing Panels in the Teen Space! The only problem? THEY'RE UGLY. Come help Erica, the Teen Librarian, make them purrrrrty... Panel Decorations must be pre-approved by Erica at this event.
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 February 20 & 21.
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 February 20 & 21.
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 February 20 & 21.
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 February 20 & 21.
Romance Book Sale!
February 1-28
Bargain prices; no registration required
For the entire month of February, the Friends Bookstore will be featuring a wide selection of romance paperbacks from popular authors in excellent condition! Prices start at $.50. The Bookstore is open whenever the library is open.
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.
