Mark your calendars! The Millis Public Library is proud to announce that we've partnered with the Globe Theater in London! The theater records their performances and we're bringing you two of them this summer so you can experience Shakespeare 'live' on stage.

Our first screening will be August 25th at 7:30pm where we'll be showing "A Midsummer Night's Dream", the classic tale of mistaken identity, unrequited love, and a bit of supernatural interference set in ancient Greece.

Our second will be on September 15th at 7pm. We'll be showing "Macbeth", where in eleventh century Scotland, three witches foretell that Macbeth will become King. Macbeth has his lord King Duncan slain, and is crowned in his place...but that’s where his problems really begin.

Bring chairs or blankets to sit on, snacks, and maybe a friend or two to enjoy a fun evening with these classic works as they were originally performed, direct from across the Pond!

Programs

The last two sessions of our summer hit, Creative Art Corner, are coming up and we still have space! CAC is an art and crafting program for children entering 1st-5th grade!  The first session with (limited) space is on Thursday, August 3rd at 4pm. The second with more open slots will be held on Thursday, August 17th at 4pm. Click each day to register for the program!

Speaking of art, with a blank canvas and some paints, what will your teen's imagination create? Join us for your chance to find out at Teen Paint Night! We'll have a full range of acrylics and brushes ready so they can work their magic on Friday, August 4th at 6:30pm.

All supplies will be provided. Recommended for grades 6th-8th. Register here to claim your canvas!

AbraKIDabra! Join us for an exciting and fun comedy magic show developed especially for kids and families! We'll be hosting Magician Mike Bent as he combines amazing magic, big laughs, audience participation and hilarious surprises for a one-of-a-kind, interactive experience. Recommended for Children ages 3-10, all ages welcome! No registration required~

We'll be hosting this event on Saturday, August 5th at 10:30am in the Courtyard; weather permitting. In the case of rain or extreme heat we will be in the Roche Bros Community Room.

One Up Games from Plainville is coming to town and they're bringing the fun to us!

Join us for Open Game Play on Thursday, August 10th at 4pm for a variety of next-gen consoles and gaming monitors, popular games, classic and retro titles, and Virtual Reality set ups!

Systems include:

-Nintendo Switch

-XBox Series S

-PlayStation 4

-Oculus Quest 2 (ages 8 and older)

This program is recommended for Students ages 8-18. Students under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Register here to snag your spot!

Generously funded by the Friends of the Millis Public Library

It's almost that time again! Color and Chill: an Adult Coloring program will be returning on Friday, August 11th at 6:30pm. Come join us for a hour of quiet relaxation before your busy weekend plans and enjoy some 'you' time. Coloring has been proven to help reduce stress, so take a break from your busy life and distract yourself with a variety of intricate pages waiting for you with soothing music and snacks. (And if you want to come early, the room will be set - the snacks just go out at 6:30!)

Everything you'll need will be provided - just bring yourself! No registration required.

For a full list of upcoming events at the Millis Public Library, please visit our event calendar.