Indoor Events

Friends of the Library Annual Meeting

Thursday, March 16, 7pm

If you are a Friends member, please plan to attend a brief business meeting followed by the election of officers. New members may join at the door. Library Director Tina Stewart will present a history of the library makeover and a preview of the redesign of the first floor of the library. Enjoy refreshments provided by the Hospitality Committee, plus all attendees will be entered in a raffle for a surprise door prize. Located in the Large Conference Room.

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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Irish Songs and Stories
Friday, March 17, 2:30pm

Kate Chadbourne is a singer, harper, and storyteller, an award-winning songwriter and poet, a scholar and teacher of Irish language and folklore with a PhD from Harvard, and a beloved performer at venues throughout New England. Located in the Large Conference Room.

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Completing the College Enrollment Process
Tuesday, March 21, 6pm

In this session, Tom O'Hare, instructor at Pivotal College Years, will review the essential steps to saying yes to college. Tom will discuss how to compare college offers and answer the Five Critical Parts of a College Match. Tom will also touch on the critical steps families must take to protect their college-bound students. Located in the Banda Room. Adults & Grades 6-12

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Animal Shelters and Adoptions
Wednesday, March 22, 6:30pm

Meet Michelle from the Baypath Humane Society, her rescue dog, Lane, and her stuffed dog, Marley, at this educational family event! Learn all about shelters, fostering animals, how to meet a strange dog, how to decide what kind of pet your family should get, and more! Located in the Large Conference Room. All Ages

Families will be able to meet dogs, Lane and Marley (one real and one stuffed) at the end of the event, after learning how to properly meet a dog

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Author Talk with Stephen Kurkjian
Thursday, March 23, 7pm

Join acclaimed investigative reporter Stephen Kurkjian for a discussion of his book Master Thieves: The Boston Gangsters Who Pulled Off the World's Greatest Art Heist. It is a case defined by superlatives - the largest art theft in history, carrying the world’s largest reward offer, longer on the FBI’s list of biggest unsolved art crimes than any other save one. Located in the Large Conference Room.

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Virtual Events

Travel Through Ireland

Monday, March 13, 7pm

An Ireland Travelogue just in time for St. Patrick’s Day! Loaded with exciting pictures, videos, and historical information, Dana Zaiser's presentation will focus on his 2017 "Castles and Manors" trip to Ireland. The visit includes stops at the Rock of Cashel, Ring of Kerry, and more! Virtual event held over Zoom.

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50+ Job Seekers

Wednesday, March 15, 9:30am

If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Each meeting features a new topic and is facilitated by Deborah Hope, MBA, PCIC, an experienced executive career coach. Virtual event held over Zoom.

 This week's topic (March 15) is Developing a Resumé Pt. 2

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Boston African American National Historic Site

Wednesday, March 15, 12pm

Enjoy a virtual lunchtime lecture from the Boston African American National Historic Site, entitled "Explore the Black Heritage Trail." The Black Heritage Trail showcases residences and community buildings associated with a Black community that thrived on, and near, the north slope of Beacon Hill before, during, and after the American Civil War. Led by National Park Ranger Shawn Quigley. Virtual event held over Zoom.

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New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park

Wednesday, March 22, 12pm

Discover the origins and historical significance of New Bedford's whaling port, learn about a daring arctic rescue in 1897, when ice closed in around 275 whale-men and left them stranded with limited supplies, and more. Led by National Park Guide Rufai Shardow. Virtual event held over Zoom.

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Author Talk with Michelle Gallen

Saturday, March 25, 10am

What do you get when you mix a teen anxious to escape her country, a contentious factory environment, and rising political tensions? The answer: Michelle Gallen's novel, Factory Girls. Join us as we hear about this hilarious and tension-filled story from the author herself. Virtual event held over Zoom.

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Special Interest Groups

Cookin' the Books

Tuesday, March 14, 12pm

If you love to cook and enjoy talking about food and sharing recipes then this group is for you. Pick up a copy of the cookbook (or find a recipe from the book online), register for the program, and record your recipe. Bring your dish to the meeting and enjoy sampling everyone’s dishes! Located in the Large Conference Room.

 Featured Cookbook: Ripe Figs by Yasmin Khan

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Needleworkers

Friday, March 17, 10am

Friday, March 24, 10am

This is a social group for those who do any kind of needle craft. Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc. and enjoy a little conversation and camaraderie. Drop-in. Located in the Banda Room.

Poetry Circle

Saturday, March 18, 9:15am

Do you enjoy writing poetry? Want input on your work? If so, this group is for you. Led by local writing enthusiast, Barbara Alevras. Virtual event held over Zoom.

If you are interested in attending this event, please email Adult Services Librarian Erin Driscoll.

Needleworkers at Night

Monday, March 20, 6:30pm

Can't make it in to Needleworkers during the day? We've added new evening sessions on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month. Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc. and enjoy a little conversation and camaraderie. Drop-in. Located in the Banda Room.

Tech Help

Drop-In Tech Help

Tuesdays, 2pm

Wednesdays, 2pm

Saturdays, 2pm 

If you have a tech question that's been bothering you, stop by Drop-in Tech Help and ask the experts. Located in the Johnson Room.

Around the Library

Minute Madness

Keep logging your minutes for Minute Madness! We've made it to Round 2 and have until Wednesday, March 15th to try and make it to Round 3, which runs from March 15th to March 22nd. If you haven't yet joined the competition, sign up on Beanstack or pick up a paper log at the library!

Log Your Minutes Here!

For a full and up-to-date list of programming, refer to our events calendar.