Volunteers needed!

We're looking for people with trucks or large SUVs to help move some tables from the Boylston Town House to the Library any time on September 29th, in the morning on September 30th, and/or after 5pm on September 30th.

If you have a large vehicle and can help any of those times, please email [email protected]. 

Terrific 2s & 3s Story Time!
Tuesday, Sep. 19, 11pm
Children this age love to MOVE!  Our Story Time will be full of things like active movement, songs, shakers, and scarves along with stories. Registration is required as space is limited.  

Sensory-Friendly Magic Show
Tuesday, Sep. 19, 1-2pm
It's an early release day at school, so join us at the Town House for a magic show with nationally touring comedy magician, Todd Migliacci! Todd has over a decade of experience, and has even performed at Walt Disney World. "New England's Favorite Magician" makes sure everyone from kids to adults will be entertained-- even the teens! Throw out any preconceived ideas you have a typical magician because Todd puts on a different kind of show. It’s a fun, unforgettable, magical experience, and best of all this is a sensory-friendly performance so everyone can enjoy it together!

Older Adult Music Program - Program Full!
Tuesday, Sep. 19, 2:30-3:30pm
Music and memory go hand in hand. Songs from our past can provoke feelings of nostalgia and joy in us all. Learn the ukulele with musician "Ukulele J" as you play and sing a variety of popular songs from decades past. Ukuleles will be provided for the class, as well as easy to read songbooks. Registration required and space is limited.

Writer’s Group
Tuesday, Sep. 19, 6:30pm
This is a group for aspiring writers, led by Susan Roney O'Brien, MFA. All are welcome, no matter your writing level! Join this group as they improve their writing together. You can either join us in person at the library or virtually.

Fabulous 4s & 5s Story Time!
Wednesday, Sep. 20, 11pm
This hands-on Story Time program is geared for curious and tenacious 4-5 year olds. Children will participate in different activities that provide room to explore concepts presented in the stories through STEAM activities. Registration is required as space is limited. 

Bouncing Babies Story Time!
Thursday, Sep. 21, 11pm
Infants and toddlers aged 0-23 months are invited to this musical program specially designed to engage the tiniest library users while developing early literacy skills. Registration required; space is limited. 

Dual Healing Modalities: Tapping and WayneRen Online
Thursday, Sep. 21, 1-1:45pm
Join us for this online program led by With Love and Gratitude as we're guided through different methods of healing. The Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also known as tapping, uses acupressure points to release energy blockages, release serotonin, and treat emotional and psychological well being. This tapping technique is geared specifically to releasing serotonin, a natural mood stabilizer. WayneRen is a system for healing that is a synergy of methodologies: Tong Ren, acupressure, Reiki, tapping, serotonin release, massage, chakra balancing and Daoist principles. Incorporating the essences of these healing principles, WayneRen utilizes a distance healing practice to optimize the release of blockages. With Love and Gratitude is a nonprofit organization dedicated to education and service.

Evening Book Club Online
Thursday, Sep. 21, 6:30pm
Join us online for a discussion of our monthly book club book. For September we will read Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingslove. Copies are available at the library or on Libby.

Stargazing
Saturday, Sep. 23, 8-9pm
Learn about the stars, constellations, and planets in your night sky! We'll learn about what's visible this season and preview the coming seasons. Understanding seasonal change in the sky is a key to learning the constellations. The ancients used the sky and stories to track the seasons, and examples from ancient star lore illustrate the concepts. The planetarium presentation will occur inside the library on a large screen, and weather permitting we'll have an outdoor observing session. This program is recommended for older kids, teens, and adults. Registration required.

Terrific 2s & 3s Story Time!
Tuesday, Sep. 26, 11pm
Children this age love to MOVE!  Our Story Time will be full of things like active movement, songs, shakers, and scarves along with stories. Registration is required as space is limited.  

Narcan Training
Tuesday, Sep. 26, 5:30pm
Narcan is the brand name of the generic naloxone and is a life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids - including heroin, fentanyl, and prescription medications - when given in time.
This Free Narcan training will provide participants with a brief training on how to recognize an opioid overdose, when and how to use Narcan, and a free kit to take home. The kit includes:

- 2 doses of Narcan
- Fentanyl test strips with instructions
- Face shield
- Instructions on Narcan administration
- Recovery resource guide

This training is provided by clinicians within the Greater Boroughs Partnership for Health and will be held at the Boylston Public Library.

Fabulous 4s & 5s Story Time!
Wednesday, Sep. 27, 11pm
This hands-on Story Time program is geared for curious and tenacious 4-5 year olds. Children will participate in different activities that provide room to explore concepts presented in the stories through Steam activities. Registration is required as space is limited.

Adult Program: Spooky Book Craft - Program Full!
Wednesday, Sep. 27, 6pm
Want to make a unique, seasonal decoration for October? Join us at the library to create your own spooky village scene using recycled books. This cute and festive craft class is for adults ages 18 and up. Registration is required; supplies are limited.

Bouncing Babies Story Time!
Thursday, Sep. 28, 11pm
Infants and toddlers aged 0-23 months are invited to this musical program specially designed to engage the tiniest library users while developing early literacy skills. Registration required; space is limited. 

Fall Festival
Saturday, Sep. 30, 2-5pm
Fall Fest is back! Celebrate all things local on the Boylston Common from 2-5pm with local vendors, food trucks, beer, live music, and kids activities. This event is free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Boylston Public Library Foundation, Inc., Creative Event Services, and Clinton Savings Bank.