Adult Programs

We have in person, hybrid or virtual programs! Please click on the link to receive the zoom information if its online. Check your spam folder if you don't see the confirmation in your inbox. 

Virtual - Going Zero Waste As a Family with Sarah Robertson-Barnes
Wednesday, April 12 @ 7pm

Learn how to manage eco-anxiety and lessen your impact on the planet with easy-to-implement sustainable living tips for busy families. All ages are welcome!

A Note from Sarah: A sustainable lifestyle with kids is not only possible, but critically important for our future and theirs. I hope that by sharing what works for our family, you are inspired to make changes in your daily life too!

Virtual - Author Christopher Morash Discusses "Dublin" - The Place and the Literati!
Saturday, April 15 @ 10am

If you are a fan of classic literature and love a pint o' Guinness while you're reading, join us for this conversation with author & professor at Trinity College Christopher Morash as he discusses his book "Dublin: A Writer's City" which unfolds a book-lover's map of this unique city, inviting us to experience what it means to live in a great city of literature.

This Week

Virtual: The ABCs of Immigration: An Introductory Series
Monday, April 10 @ 7pm
The ABCs of Immigration, provides an overview of common immigration statuses, the privileges and restrictions associated with each, and common pathways to obtain legal immigration status — including through family and humanitarian protections.

Virtual: Q&A with Author Kate Spencer
Tuesday, April 11 @ 7pm
We are thrilled to host author Kate Spencer for this very special Q&A about her incredibly fun and funny debut novel, "In a New York Minute", while also talking about all of the interesting projects she is involved in! 

Mystery Book Club
Wednesday, April 12 @ 6:30pm
Read "The Woman in the Library" by Sulari Gentill

Art for Adults with Nancy Atkinson
Thursday, April 13 @ 6:30pm
Every month, Nancy will teach us drawing techniques with different mediums, papers, and ideas. 

Virtual: Hunt for the X-15 Rocket Plane
Thursday, April 13 @ 12pm
In 1993, our presenter -- David Ball -- organized a search in the Mojave Desert for parts from X-15 #3 which came apart in flight in 1967. Today he will share what made the X-15 the greatest research plane ever built and his theory on why one was lost. 

Virtual - Friday Night Film Discussion
Friday, April 14 @ 7pm
Watch "And Then We Danced"

Name That Tune – Showtunes *For Older Teens and Adults
Saturday, April 15 @ 2pm
Hello my baby, hello my honey, Hello my ragtime gaaaaal.... Let's get for Showtunes! Whether it's Oklahoma or Jagged Little Pill, there will be something here for you!

Saturday Knit and Crochet Club and Workshop: Flower Center Squares
Saturday, April 15 @ 2pm
Join us this week for our monthly special Saturday Workshop- Crocheting Flower Center Squares.

Next Week

Bio/Memoir Book Club
Wednesday, April 19 @ 11am
Read 'Bookends' by Zibby Owens

Half-Past Crafts
Wednesday, April 19 @ 6:30pm
We will be learning how to make pom poms, and then using them to make adorable cockatoos! 

Virtual: Q&A with Romance Author Mia Sosa
Wednesday, April 19 @ 7pm
If you haven't read Mia Sosa, you are missing out! Her books will bring a smile to your face, warmth to your heart, and heat to your cheeks. We are so looking forward to having this time to ask her all of our burning (pun intended) questions about her books, writing, and inspirations.

Great Decisions Discussion Group
Thursday, April 20 @ 6:30pm
Discuss War Crimes

Virtual -Author Louise Gray discusses "Avocado Anxiety and Other Stories About Where Your Food Comes From"
Saturday, April 22 @ 10am
In an effort to make sense of the complex food system we are all part of, Louise Gray decides to track the stories of our five-a-day, from farm to fruit bowl, and discover the impact that growing fruits and vegetables has on the planet.

Virtual - Romance Authors Ilona Andrews and Jeaniene Frost Celebrate a Book Birthday!
Saturday, April 22 @ 4pm
It's a very special book birthday! We're celebrating the 2nd book from Bones' perspective - Jeaniene Frost's "Both Feet in the Grave" - another MUCH anticipated addition to her Cat and Bones series. And, who better to celebrate with than good friends Ilona and Gordon Andrews (who are well acquainted with much anticipated books!).

Weekly ELL Classes with Hopkinton Library

These weekly classes alternates between in person and online. Contact the group leader for information on joining for the meetings. We are happy to be collaborating with the Hopkinton Public Library for this series!  

Beginner ELL Conversation Circle
Thursdays at 2pm

Advanced ELL Conversation Circle
Fridays at 11am

Contact Janet Fannon to join either session
[email protected]

Knitting

Saturday Knit & Crochet Club

Saturdays at 2pm

Monday Knit & Crochet Club

Mondays at 6pm

Children's Programs

Unless otherwise specified, all programs are in-person walk-in. There may be room capacity limits for some, though, so come early! 

*SPECIAL* PJ Story Time (Stuffed Animal Sleepover!!!)
Tuesday, April 18 @ 5:30pm

Come to PJ Story Time today for a special event! Bring your stuffed animals with you and they will have a sleepover at the library. Who knows what crazy things they'll get up to?

Let's Draw Really Dumb Stupor Heroes with Rick Stromoski
*For Grades 5-8
Wednesday, April 19 @ 3:30pm

Learn to draw really dumb Stupor Heroes like Balloon Boy, Mosquito Girl, Hot Dog Man, Giraffe Woman, and Too Much Caffeine Man, with award winning cartoonist Rick Stromoski in this fun interactive virtual cartooning class. The presenter will be virtual, but the event will be IN-PERSON at the library.

Bird Stories and Wooden Birdhouse Craft
*For Grades K-4
Friday, April 21 @ 2pm

Paint a wooden birdhouse that can be used as an indoor decoration

Robotics Demonstration
Saturday, April 22 @ 10-4pm

Come by through the day and prepared to be amazed! 

Bi-Monthly Recurring

Lego Club
*For Kids Age 5 & Up
Thursday, April 20 @ 4pm
Each child will be given a box filled with an assortment of Lego blocks to build a creation using only what's inside the box within the 45 minute time limit.

Bi-Monthly Recurring

Read to a Dog with Knives and Machete 
*Really the dogs names
Thursday, April 13 @ 6pm
Children with some reading ability will have the chance to read to one of our registered therapy dogs for 10 minutes. 

Recurring Programs

Monday Afternoon Story and Craft
*For Ages 4-7
Mondays @ 4pm
Stop into the children's room as we read a story and do a related craft project.

Project ABC Play, Learn, and Grow Group
*for Ages 0 to 5
Tuesdays @ 11am
Registration is Required
This program is limited to 20 people in the storytime room. 

PJ Story Time with Ryan (and his stuffed animals!)
Tuesdays @ 5:30pm
Come in your pajamas, and bring your favorite stuffed animals! We will read stories about a different stuffed animal every week. 

More Recurring Programs

(Hybrid) - Lapsit
*Infants, Toddlers &  Caregivers
Wednesdays @ 10:30am
Please register to receive the zoom link if joining us online.

Friday Afternoon Story and Craft
*For Ages 4-7
Fridays @ 4pm
Stop into the children's room as we read a story and do a related craft project.

Saturday Story Time
*For Ages 3 and up
Saturday, April 22 @ 10:30am
Come listen to Ryan read some of his favorite stories aloud!

Visit our website calendar for all of the details.

Crafty Saturdays! 
Saturdays 10am-3pm

Drop in on Saturdays in the Children's Room and find a different craft to do every week!

Afterschool Video Games
Friday, April 21 @ 3:30pm

Come to the library afterschool to play switch games with your friends! Nintendo Switch, Xbox, games and snacks will be provided.

If you're in 8th grade or higher (aged 13 or up) and want to keep up-to-date on events, be the first to know about new books coming in, and have easy access to library resources, join our Discord server!

Program Videos

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