Summer is here and Beaman Library has a number of exciting events planned for our Summer Reading Program, Find Your Voice! To learn more details about the Summer Reading Program and register for the Summer 2023: Find Your Voice! Challenge for your age group, visit Beaman Library's Beanstack page.
 
Thank you to the Friends of the Beaman Library for sponsoring this summer-long event!

The Massachusetts Statewide Summer Library Program is funded by the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Summer Saturday Hours
Due to the continued generosity of the College of the Holy Cross, our Library will be open from 9:00 a.m. to noon on Saturdays for the months of June, July, and August!

FUN FOR ADULTS
Please visit beamanlibrary.org to register for a program,
unless otherwise noted.

Our annual Summer Reading Program for Adults will take place during the months of June, July, and August! Visit Beaman Library's Beanstack page to register for the Summer 2023: Find Your Voice! for Adults Challenge and learn more details. Thank you to the Friends of the Beaman Library for funding our Summer Reading Program!

Libby 101: Accessing Digital Library Books
Saturday, June 3 at 9:00 a.m.
Hands-on assistance with the Libby installation process and app set up will be provided. Please include the type of device you will be bringing in the comment section of the online registration form.

Taking Great Photos with Your Smartphone
Thursday, June 8 at 6:00 p.m. An illustration of a person recording themselves using a smartphone.
This 1.5 hour workshop will break down basic rules for setting up a good shot, and show you how to edit your photos on your phone, producing high quality results.

Italian Conversation Circle
Saturday, June 10 and 24 at 10:00 a.m.
Join other Italian speakers in the community for an opportunity to speak Italian exclusively for two hours!

Composting Basics
Wednesday, June 14 at 3:00 p.m.
Learn how to turn food waste into useful compost.
 
Stress Reduction and Relaxation Yoga with Carol McGuiggan
Wednesday, June 14 at 6:30 p.m.
Experience the benefits of gentle yoga stretches, calming breath techniques, and meditation. Dress for movement. Bring a yoga mat or thick towel. Space is limited.

Book Discussion Group
Thursday, June 15 at 12:30 p.m.
Join us to discuss The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai. Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk one month prior to the discussion.

Technology Office Hours
Thursday, June 15 at 2:15 p.m.
During this 45-minute appointment, get help with your device or technology-related questions! Please call the Library to reserve your time slot.

Local Author Talk: A Veteran Returns to Vietnam After More Than Fifty Years
Tuesday, June 20 at 6:00 p.m.
Lou Pepi, a West Boylston resident, has returned from a tour in Vietnam fifty-four years after serving in the War. Join Lou to recount some of this emotionally and physically harrowing experience. The discussion will be accompanied by a comprehensive slide show.

Recycling Smart
Wednesday, June 21 at 2:00 p.m.
What belongs in your curbside bins and where can other items can be recycled. Come learn more!

Mindful Meditation with Carol McGuiggan
Wednesday, June 21 at 6:30 p.m.
This class is open to individuals wishing to develop inner awareness, health, and well-being. The practice will include techniques to improve concentration, clarity of mind, relaxation, and promote self-awareness. Bring a yoga mat or sitting cushion and a receptive attitude. Space is limited.

Nonfiction Book Discussion Group
Friday, June 23 at 1:00 p.m.
Join us to discuss How the Word is Passed by Clint Smith. Copies of the books will be available one month prior to the meeting.

FUN FOR TEENS
Please visit beamanlibrary.org at least 24 hours prior to a program to register,
unless otherwise noted.

Button Making
Ongoing Throughout the Summer
Express your ideas with a button as unique as you! Stop by the Teen Space and use the supplies provided to create your button design. A staff member will press the button for you and then you can adorn your backpack or jacket with your one-of-a-kind button!

Chapters and Chipper Chatter
Tuesday, June 13 at 5:30 p.m.
A book discussion group for those readers transitioning be(TWEEN) the children’s collection and young adult collection. Join Miss Sue and Jessica to read and discuss the first chapter of a young adult book. Copies of the book will be available to borrow.

Summer Reading Program for Teens
June 20 through August 18
Visit Beaman Library's Beanstack page and register for the Summer 2023: Find Your Voice! for Teens Challenge. Once registered, you will be able to log your reading and receive notifications of prizes you have earned! In the meantime, take a look at the programming scheduled for the summer and then visit beamanlibrary.org to sign up for events you are interested in! Thank you to the Friends of the Beaman Library for sponsoring this summer-long event!

LEGO-fy Yourself
Tuesday, June 20 at 5:00 p.m.
Is there a better way to express yourself than by creating a version of yourself in LEGO form?! All of the materials required to create your personalized LEGO figure will be provided. *These figures will be made of resin and will not have the signature brick indentations.

Sew Your Own Felt Pronoun Pin
Thursday, June 22 at 4:00 p.m.
Gender expression and identity is just one of the many ways you may choose to define yourself. Join Michelle to create a felt pin in the shape of your choice and then hand-stitch your preferred pronouns into the felt shape. All materials will be provided.

FUN FOR CHILDREN
*Please visit beamanlibrary.org at least one week prior to a program to register.
Details included below.*

Interactive Bulletin Board
June 1 - June 30
Decorate a hand-shaped cut out while visiting the Children’s Room. We will add it to a bulletin board in the shape of wings. When complete, you may have your picture taken in front of the board and let yourself soar!

Earth Agents Birding Program
Tuesday, June 6 at 6:00 p.m.
Join us for a family friendly birding program hosted by Roger Williams Park Zoo's Earth Agents volunteers. This program, focused on saving our songbirds, will include a PowerPoint presentation about what is happening to our bird population, ideas regarding how we can help institute change, a bird feeder craft, and seed bags to plant native flowers for birds. A representative from the Roger Williams Park Zoo will answer questions and tell you how to become an Earth Agent volunteer!

Chapters and Chipper Chatter
Tuesday, June 13 at 5:30 p.m.
A book discussion group for those readers transitioning be(TWEEN) the children’s collection and young adult collection. Join Miss Sue and Jessica to read and discuss the first chapter of a young adult book. Copies of the book will be available to borrow.

Summer Reading Begins!An illustration of a child playing a trumpet and rainbow colored music floating behind.
June 20 through August 8
Visit Beaman Library's Beanstack site to create an account and register for the Summer 2023: Find Your Voice! for Kids Challenge. You may register beginning June 1. The Beanstack Challenge will go live on June 20 and any books read in the previous three weeks will count toward your summer reading tally. Thank you to Menard's Auto Body for donating $150 towards the cost of a bike of your choice!

Kindness Club
Daily, June 20 through August 8
A self-guided craft station in the Children's Room featuring something to be shared with another person to make their day.

Take It, Make It Crafts
Tuesdays, June 20 through August 8
Available first-come, first-served (30 each week). Sponsored by the Webster First Federal Credit Union.

A Taste of Culture
Wednesdays, June 21 through August 9
at 4:00 p.m.
Learn about different cultures through food tastings, crafts, stories, music, and games. We will give you a passport to be stamped weekly. Attend all seven to receive a world traveler pin! (Will not be held on July 5.)

Drop-In Story Time
Thursdays, June 22 through August 24
at 11:00 a.m.
Stories, songs, and dancing on our front lawn!

Kick-Off Program: Otha Day Drumming
Thursday, June 22 at 6:30 p.m.
Join us for an exciting drumming program with Otha Day. There will be plenty of drums to go around so all can participate. Thank you to the West Boylston Cultural Council for providing the funding for this program.

Rock and Fairy Garden Creation
Friday, June 30 at 11:00 a.m.
Help us create a fairy garden by making fairy houses, planting flowers, and painting rocks with positive messages.

Calling all parents, grandparents, and caregivers!
We are accepting donations of summer reading prizes! These do not have to be expensive prizes, just something to encourage our youngest patrons to read during the summer when the “rust” from being out of school happens. There are tax deductible forms that we can give you to fill out upon donating to this wonderful program!

ON GOING PROGRAMMING
PROGRAMMING FOR KIDS

To participate in the following programs,
patrons must visit beamanlibrary.org to reserve a spot.

MONTHLY PROGRAMMING

Pokémon Club
Third Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. in the Library. Join your friends to swap, trade, play, and talk about everything Pokémon.
 
WEEKLY PROGRAMMING

Friday First Chapters on Fridays at 4:00 p.m.
Hear the first chapters of two early reader chapter books and two advanced reader chapter books on Beaman Library's Children's Room YouTube channel. Then you can come into the Library to check them out if you wish!