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Tuesday, October 1All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 1All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Tuesday, October 110:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Book Beats
Join Miss Carlina for this lively early-literacy music and movement program. Children and parents will enjoy music together through, song, dance, and instrument play. This program is intended for preschoolers and their grownups. Siblings are welcome.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 14:00—6:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Lego Club
Head to the Children's Program Room and build with Legos. Follow our weekly prompt, or create whatever your heart desires. For kids of all ages who are comfortable using Legos. Parents, please be aware that this program has no facilitator.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 16:00—7:00 PMLearning LabShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Spanish Conversation Club
¿Buscas un espacio informal en el que puedas practicar tu Español y aprender más de las múltiples culturas que hablan este idioma? Únete a nuestro club de conversación más los martes en la biblioteca pública de Shrewsbury a las 6:00 p. m. Are you looking for a casual space in which you can practice your Spanish and learn more about the multiple cultures of those who speak that language? Join our Spanish Conversation Club most Tuesdays at the Shrewsbury Public Library at 6:00 p.
Tuesday, October 16:30—8:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Shrewsbury Toastmasters
Toastmasters
Tuesday, October 17:00—8:00 PMShrewsbury High School Auditorium 75 Cypress Ave, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Distinguished Speaker Series: The Process of Storytelling with Chris Bohjalian
This event is sponsored by the Shrewsbury Public Library Foundation. Join number one New York Times bestselling novelist Chris Bohjalian as he talks about his life and work — and why, for instance, he hopes never to write the same book twice. His conversation will focus on novels as diverse as The Flight Attendant and The Sandcastle Girls.…Learn More2
Wednesday, October 2All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 2All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 29:30—11:30 AMZoom
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. 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! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 29:30—10:00 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Babies Books and Bubbles
Join Miss Carlina for Babies, Books, and Bubbles! This program includes books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and of course bubbles!This program is intended for children ages 0-2 years old, but everyone is welcome. Space is limited. Please get a token per person at the Children's Desk starting 30 minutes prior to the program.Wednesday, October 210:30—11:00 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Babies Books and Bubbles
Join Miss Carlina for Babies, Books, and Bubbles! This program includes books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and of course bubbles!This program is intended for children ages 0-2 years old, but everyone is welcome. Space is limited. Please get a token per person at the Children's Desk starting 30 minutes prior to the program.Wednesday, October 210:30—11:30 AMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 22:00—3:00 PMLibrary Speakers Consortium
A Journey into the Hidden World of Tropical Bats with Scientists
Join us in kicking off October as we welcome three Smithsonian-affiliated scientists to teach us about the remarkable world of tropical bats!
For decades, scientists at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute have studied the remarkable biodiversity of bats on Barro Colorado Island in Panama, where an astonishing seventy-six species coexist.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 25:30—7:00 PMZoom
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 26:00—7:00 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
CANCELED - East Coast Swing Dance Workshop
Get ready for Homecoming (or just for fun)! Learn the basics of East Coast Swing so you can show off to your friends! No partner required. What is East Coast Swing? Check out a quick video here to see a demo. For grades 9-12. Registration required.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 27:30—8:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Sound Bath with Bluebird Healing
Immerse yourself in beautiful sounds of singing bowls that will help to bring your body back to optimum health. Experience calm and relaxation enjoying the magic of vibration and sound to bring yourself balanceRegistrants please bring a yoga mat, eye covering and blanket to make yourself comfortable.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 3All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreThursday, October 3All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Thursday, October 310:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Wiggle Words
Join Miss Sonja in the Meeting Room for Wiggle Words! We will sing, dance, read stories, and have oodles of fun!This program is intended for walking kiddos, but everyone is welcome. No tokens required.…Learn MoreThursday, October 310:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Coloring Club
A perfect way to have fun and practice school readiness skills! For toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers. (No registration required)
Thursday, October 36:00—7:30 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Buzzz...the Bee is Here - Spelling Bee for Kids
The Library's Spelling Bee is for kids in grades 3rd & 4th. …Learn More
Thursday, October 36:30—8:00 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Shrewsbury Readers Book Group
This group is about a good book and a good discussion. The Shrewsbury Readers will discuss Mother of Strangers by Suad Amiry at their October 3rd meeting. "Based on the true story of two Jaffa teenagers, Mother of Strangers follows the daily lives of Subhi, a fifteen-year-old mechanic, and Shams, the thirteen-year-old student he hopes to marry one day.…Learn More4
Friday, October 4All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreFriday, October 4All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Friday, October 410:00—11:00 AMSt. Anne's Church/Fr. Smith Center130 Boston Turnpike, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework.…Learn More
Friday, October 410:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Tinker Time
STEAM for older toddlers and preschoolers and their grownups
Friday, October 42:00—3:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Good Day Memory Café
A memory café is a welcoming place for people living with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia and their care partners. P. E. James will perform at The Memory Café on Friday, October 4th. P. E. has been entertaining audiences by singing and playing acoustic guitar for over four decades.…Learn MoreFriday, October 43:30—4:45 PMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Friday Fun for Teens
Drop in each week for a different activity - some relaxing, some crafty, some ridiculous, some delicious.
For grades 5-12. No registration necessary.
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Saturday, October 5All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 5All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Saturday, October 510:00—11:00 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Little Kid Creative Drama
Little Kid Creative Drama is a high-energy, imaginative, zany, silly, super fun theater experience! In this class we focus on senses, feelings, and movement through fun, energetic, and imaginative play. This is social/emotional learning at its best! Children build confidence, social awareness, empathy, and problem-solving skills.…Learn More
Saturday, October 511:00 AM—12:30 PMLearning LabShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Spanish Book Club
The Spanish Book Club [el Club del Libro en Español] meets on the first Saturday of the month from 11:00 a. m. –12:30 p. m. The club, facilitated by Beatriz Alvarado, meets every month to discuss the literary work of influential Hispanic writers from different genres and times.…Learn More
Saturday, October 51:30—2:30 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Origami for Young Creators
Join us in unfolding the magical world of Origami, designed exclusively for young children in grade levels 2 and 3. The art of Origami is known to help children build motor skills, enhance spatial reasoning, understand symmetry and observe patterns as they transform ordinary paper into extraordinary creations.…Learn More
Saturday, October 52:00—4:00 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Hocus Pocus Halloween Themed Sign Workshop
Come get in the Halloween spirit by crafting a fun Hocus Pocus themed sign! Kim Larkin, an art teacher with Klassic Kreations, will present this whimsical workshop requiring no experience necessary! We will be creating a 12 x 12 wood sign with Hocus Pocus themed stencils and a choice of fun elements like a witches hat, mini brooms and more! Fun acrylic color choices, choice of beaded or ribbon handle will result in a spooktacular sign just in time for Halloween! So wear your art clothes and come out to play!This program is for adults (18+).…Learn MoreSaturday, October 52:00—3:30 PMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Learn Chess: from Beginner to Intermediate
It's your move! In this engaging series of chess instruction sessions, Avighna M of St John's will help chess beginners really understand how the game is played. Join each session or as your schedule allows to learn more about opening moves, attacking and defending, middle game and endgame principles, and how to use these strategies and lessons to improve on your own.…Learn More
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Sunday, October 6All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreSunday, October 6All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
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Monday, October 7All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreMonday, October 7All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Monday, October 710:00—10:45 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Tiny Tots Playgroup
This 45-minute open playgroup is for children under three and their grownups. (Siblings welcome!) This is a great opportunity to socialize and learn from one another!Monday, October 710:30—11:30 AMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework.…Learn More
Monday, October 711:00—11:45 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Preschool Sports with the Shrewsbury Club
Join the coaches from the Shrewsbury Club for preschool sports! Every week will focus on a different sport, all geared to kids ages 3-5. Library Sports Schedule9/9- Karate9/16- Gymnastic 9/23- Soccer 9/30- Dance10/7- Basketball10/14- No class10/21-…Learn MoreMonday, October 72:00—3:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Smartphone Photography
This class is dedicated to helping you with understanding how to use your smartphone for photography, how to take and create great images on your phone, what editing apps to use, and how to share and print your images. Join Steve as we go over how to find out how to use essential controls on your phone along with the best free and low-cost tools for editing and image management.…Learn MoreMonday, October 75:30—6:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Mindfulness Mondays
Wind down your evening at the library with this storytime best suited for families with children ages 3-6. We will share stories, songs, breathing techniques, and simple yoga poses as we practice regulating our emotions, our bodies, and our minds . (Admittance…Learn MoreMonday, October 76:00—7:30 PMLearning LabShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Knit/Crochet Night in the SPL MakerSpace
Bring your knitting, crochet, or other portable fiber craft to the library to craft in the MakerSpace. All levels welcome, no instruction provided. Contact Hedda Monaghan, hmonaghan@cwmars. org with any questions! Knitting/crochet in the MakerSpace meets on the first Monday of every month (September meeting will occur on Sep.…Learn More
Monday, October 76:30—8:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Build It Club
Drop by the Children's Program Room to build with different kinds of blocks, including KEVA planks, big foam blocks, and Duplo. For kids of all ages. Caregivers, please be aware that this program has no facilitator.Monday, October 77:00—8:00 PMZoom
Virtual - Ways to Have a Green Holiday Season For Families with Sarah Robertson-Barnes
Embracing the rhythms of winter is key to creating eco-conscious holiday traditions. Rather than getting carried away by the holiday rush, use this time as an opportunity to create the kind of holiday season you truly want - one focused on the magic of family and togetherness instead of stuff.…Learn More8
Tuesday, October 8All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 8All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Tuesday, October 810:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Book Beats
Join Miss Carlina for this lively early-literacy music and movement program. Children and parents will enjoy music together through, song, dance, and instrument play. This program is intended for preschoolers and their grownups. Siblings are welcome.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 83:30—4:30 PMLearning LabShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Read, Listen, and Watch with Hoopla
What's all the hoopla about hoopla?! Are you looking for an alternative to Libby? Did you know your library card lets you download and stream with hoopla from the comfort of your own home? Bring your device to this in-person class and learn how to borrow digital books, audio, movies, and television series using hoopla.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 84:00—6:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Lego Club
Head to the Children's Program Room and build with Legos. Follow our weekly prompt, or create whatever your heart desires. For kids of all ages who are comfortable using Legos. Parents, please be aware that this program has no facilitator.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 86:00—7:00 PMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Spanish Conversation Club
¿Buscas un espacio informal en el que puedas practicar tu Español y aprender más de las múltiples culturas que hablan este idioma? Únete a nuestro club de conversación más los martes en la biblioteca pública de Shrewsbury a las 6:00 p. m. Are you looking for a casual space in which you can practice your Spanish and learn more about the multiple cultures of those who speak that language? Join our Spanish Conversation Club most Tuesdays at the Shrewsbury Public Library at 6:00 p.
Tuesday, October 87:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
I CAN - Peer Pressure Prevention with America's Best Defense
Kids ages 7-12 with their parents are invited to a presentation sponsored by America's Best Defense on the importance of standing up for yourself in peer pressure situations. I CAN teaches the importance of Independence, Confidence, and Assertiveness, as well as the Necessity of saying "no.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 9All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 9All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 99:30—10:00 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Babies Books and Bubbles
Join Miss Carlina for Babies, Books, and Bubbles! This program includes books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and of course bubbles!This program is intended for children ages 0-2 years old, but everyone is welcome. Space is limited. Please get a token per person at the Children's Desk starting 30 minutes prior to the program.Wednesday, October 910:30—11:00 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Babies Books and Bubbles
Join Miss Carlina for Babies, Books, and Bubbles! This program includes books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and of course bubbles!This program is intended for children ages 0-2 years old, but everyone is welcome. Space is limited. Please get a token per person at the Children's Desk starting 30 minutes prior to the program.Wednesday, October 910:30—11:30 AMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 95:30—7:00 PMZoom
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 96:30—8:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Friends Annual Meeting followed by The Importance of Bees
The Friends annual business meeting will be from 6:30 pm - 7 pm. All are welcome to attend this meeting. This will be followed by a talk by John Hedly. Join local beekeeper and Auburn resident, John Hedly, one of over 1,00 members of the Worcester County Beekeepers Association, a leader in beekeeping education for over 100 years.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 97:00—8:00 PMLibrary Speakers Consortium
Liberating Latin American Genre Fiction
You’re invited to free your mind with the highly acclaimed Silvia Moreno-Garcia, New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of several novels including Mexican Gothic, The Daughter of Doctor Moreau, Gods of Jade and Shadow, and many more!
Moreno-Garcia’s most recent novel, The Seventh Veil of Salome, is set in 1950s Hollywood.…Learn More10
Thursday, October 10All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreThursday, October 10All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Thursday, October 1010:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Wiggle Words
Join Miss Sonja in the Meeting Room for Wiggle Words! We will sing, dance, read stories, and have oodles of fun!This program is intended for walking kiddos, but everyone is welcome. No tokens required.…Learn MoreThursday, October 1010:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Coloring Club
A perfect way to have fun and practice school readiness skills! For toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers. (No registration required)
Thursday, October 106:00—7:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Pajama Storytime
Join us for a fun evening of bedtime stories, songs, and a simple craft. Wear your jammies and bring a favorite sleepytime pal or blanket! For preschoolers and their families. (Registration required)
Thursday, October 107:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Paranormal Hot Spots of New England with Ronny Le Blanc
Ronny discusses Locations throughout the US that have reported UFO Bigfoot or anomalous activity. Places like Skinwalker Ranch or the Bridgewater triangle seem to have a concentration of sightings, unlike any other locations. What is it about? These geographies are the portals or vortexes that are allowing these things to come in and out? Discuss three locations in New England within driving distance their history and what you can expect to experience if you dare to go on the adventure to investigate these locationsRonny LeBlanc stars in two shows for Discovery+ & Travel Channel, EXPEDITION BIGFOOT and PARANORMAL CAUGHT ON CAMERA.…Learn MoreThursday, October 107:00—8:00 PMYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Writing Club
Writers and aspiring writers are invited to join this new club for teens. Bring a work in progress or try something new. Over the course of the hour we'll write, play games, work with prompts, and enjoy snacks. Writers of all skill and experience levels welcome - we're here to have fun! This club will meet on the second Thursday of each month during the school year.…Learn More11
Friday, October 11All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreFriday, October 11All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Friday, October 1110:00—11:00 AMSt. Anne's Church/Fr. Smith Center130 Boston Turnpike, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework.…Learn More
Friday, October 1110:00—10:45 AMStudy Room B (213)Shrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Tomasetta 10/11
Friday, October 1110:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Tinker Time
STEAM for older toddlers and preschoolers and their grownups
Friday, October 112:00—3:30 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Wild Robot Party
Celebrate the Wild Robot universe (and movie release) with this Wild Robot themed party! No registration required.…Learn More
Friday, October 113:30—4:45 PMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Friday Fun for Teens
Drop in each week for a different activity - some relaxing, some crafty, some ridiculous, some delicious.
For grades 5-12. No registration necessary.
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Saturday, October 12All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 12All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Saturday, October 1210:00—10:30 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Saturday Storytime
Join Miss Sonja for a toddler-aged storytime! Enjoy some morning fun with songs, movement, and stories. No registration required. All are welcome.
Saturday, October 1212:00—3:00 PMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
New Game Plus - Monster of the Week
This monthly group for adults 18+ allows you to try tabletop roleplaying games, try new games and new systems, to meet new friends, and to tell new stories. We feature a one-shot game each month, as well as tables for other tabletop games. This month we will be playing Monster of the Week.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 121:00—3:00 PMLearning LabShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
From Your Heart Writing Workshop
Join the library for a writing workshop! A writing workshop is a place where writers can gather together, share writing, and receive feedback. Writing workshops are facilitated by Gwen Callahan, a resident of Holden who has had previous experience with writing programs at the Worcester Senior Center.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 122:30—3:30 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Let's Make Slime!
It's time to make some slime! For kids 4+. This program requires constant adult hands on supervision. This program will be open while supplies last.
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Sunday, October 13All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreSunday, October 13All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Sunday, October 132:00—2:45 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Halloween Family Storytime
JUST SCARY ENOUGH - Stories for Kids and Adults. Spinning yarns and weaving tales that are fun; sometimes mixed with laughter with silly stories, and as she says, just scary enough for a "Family time in the Fall". G Mason Callahan has been a professional storyteller/actor/director/writer for most of her life as she started acting at the tender age of 5.…Learn MoreSunday, October 132:30—4:00 PMZoom
African Art Series: African Art in the Medieval World
Join us on Zoom for our African Art Series in partnership with the Groton Public Library and the Fitchburg Art Museum! This talk highlights African art from 1000-1600 CE: The Trans-Saharan trade, and art from Igbo-Ukwu, Ife, Benin, Djenné, Lalibela, and Great Zimbabwe.…Learn More14
Monday, October 14Library Closed
Monday, October 14All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn More15
Tuesday, October 15All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 15All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Tuesday, October 1510:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Book Beats
Join Miss Carlina for this lively early-literacy music and movement program. Children and parents will enjoy music together through, song, dance, and instrument play. This program is intended for preschoolers and their grownups. Siblings are welcome.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 151:00—3:00 PMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
MT. Olivet Reading Group
Mt. Olivet book group 8-12 people
Tuesday, October 154:00—6:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Lego Club
Head to the Children's Program Room and build with Legos. Follow our weekly prompt, or create whatever your heart desires. For kids of all ages who are comfortable using Legos. Parents, please be aware that this program has no facilitator.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 156:00—7:30 PMLearning LabShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Rescheduled: Excel: Sort and Filter
Use the sort and filter features in Excel to organize your data so you can find the information you are looking for easily. Learners must know how to open a file, enter data, and navigate the menus in Excel. Open to learners 13+. Space is limited; registration required.Tuesday, October 157:00—8:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Printmaking for Teens
Learn a unique artistic technique - printmaking with polyester lithography plates! Participants will create designs on their polyester plates with no need for chemicals or etching, then make prints of their designs using simple, everyday tools. This class shows that art can be accessible in your own home! This class is being presented by The Jazz Robot Studios, a local arts non-profit, and will be led by Jonathan Larkin.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 16All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 16All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 169:30—11:30 AMZoom
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. 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! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 169:30—10:00 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Babies Books and Bubbles
Join Miss Carlina for Babies, Books, and Bubbles! This program includes books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and of course bubbles!This program is intended for children ages 0-2 years old, but everyone is welcome.Wednesday, October 1610:30—11:00 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Babies Books and Bubbles
Join Miss Carlina for Babies, Books, and Bubbles! This program includes books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and of course bubbles!This program is intended for children ages 0-2 years old, but everyone is welcome.Wednesday, October 163:00—5:00 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Medicare Health Plan Options
Are you Ready for the Medicare Annual Election - Oct 15 through Dec 7? This presentation is geared towards individuals who are either already on Medicare or approaching Medicare eligibility and have questions about their health plan or other available plan types.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 166:00—7:00 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Spag - His Life and Legacy with Michael Perna Jr.
Join local historian Michael Perna as he discusses his new book, "Spag -His Life And Legacy. ""In his new 84-page book, 'Spag — His Life and Legacy,' lifelong Shrewsbury resident and Town Historian Michael Perna Jr. recounts Spag’s life with anecdotes, recollections from community members who knew him and stories about his famous superstore that gave countless people reason to visit town.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 166:00—8:45 PMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Dungeons & Dragons at the Library
Embark on a journey to the magical realms of Dungeons and Dragons! You will be joining a game world populated by players through out central mass as you quest to save or the world… or perhaps destroy it!Dungeons and Dragons is a roleplaying adventure where up to 8 players act out various characters in a fantasy world.…Learn More17
Thursday, October 17All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreThursday, October 17All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Thursday, October 178:00—9:00 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
STCA Meeting
STCA Meeting
Thursday, October 1710:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Wiggle Words
Join Miss Sonja in the Meeting Room for Wiggle Words! We will sing, dance, read stories, and have oodles of fun!This program is intended for walking kiddos, but everyone is welcome. No tokens required.…Learn MoreThursday, October 1710:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Coloring Club
A perfect way to have fun and practice school readiness skills! For toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers. (No registration required)
Thursday, October 1711:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Discoveries Non-Fiction Book Club
Explore fascinating true stories with us every month. From history and science, to biographies and current events, we will discuss a wide range of topics. Connect with fellow readers, share your thoughts, and expand your knowledge in a friendly, engaging environment.…Learn MoreThursday, October 171:00—1:45 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Young Scientist
Young Scientists is a free STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) program* facilitated by STEM Beginnings. Classes will meet IN THE LIBRARY. Program is for children ages 3-6 with a parent or caregiver. Children must be continually supervised by a grownup while participating.…Learn More
Thursday, October 177:00—8:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Lecture on Houseplants 101
Houseplants 101 by Jordan of Jordan's Jungle Pawtucket, RI. Sponsored by the Shrewsbury Garden Club. Free and open to all! No registration required.
Thursday, October 177:00—8:15 PMLearning LabShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Reading Glasses
The October meeting of Reading Glasses, SPL's book group for adults in their 20s and 30s, will be on Thursday, October 17th in a hybrid format to discuss the book "Sister of the Lost Nation" by Nick Medina. We will meet in the Learning Lab on the 2nd Floor, and well as on Google Meet.…Learn More18
Friday, October 18All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreFriday, October 18All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Friday, October 1810:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Tinker Time
STEAM for older toddlers and preschoolers and their grownups
Friday, October 182:00—3:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Good Day Memory Café
A memory café is a welcoming place for people living with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia and their care partners. Luanne Crosby will perform at The Memory Café on Friday, October 18th. Luanne and her ukulele have been delighting audiences in the New England area for many years.…Learn MoreFriday, October 183:30—4:45 PMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Friday Fun for Teens
Drop in each week for a different activity - some relaxing, some crafty, some ridiculous, some delicious.
For grades 5-12. No registration necessary.
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Saturday, October 19All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 19All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Saturday, October 199:30 AM—1:00 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
MLTA Annual Conference
MLTA Annual conference
Saturday, October 1910:00—11:00 AMLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Trick-or-Treat Storywalk®
Join the Children’s Librarians at Lake Street Park for Halloween fun! Come in costume, read the story along the path, and trick-or-treat for candy! While supplies last.Saturday, October 191:00—3:00 PMLearning LabShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
From Your Heart Writing Workshop
Join the library for a writing workshop! A writing workshop is a place where writers can gather together, share writing, and receive feedback. Writing workshops are facilitated by Gwen Callahan, a resident of Holden who has had previous experience with writing programs at the Worcester Senior Center.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 192:00—3:30 PMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Learn Chess: from Beginner to Intermediate
It's your move! In this engaging series of chess instruction sessions, Avighna M of St John's will help chess beginners really understand how the game is played. Join each session or as your schedule allows to learn more about opening moves, attacking and defending, middle game and endgame principles, and how to use these strategies and lessons to improve on your own.…Learn More
Saturday, October 193:00—4:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
BuildWave Workshop
Kids ages 5+ are welcome to register for this high energy creative building event that encourages play and collaboration. This 1-hour STEM workshop is sure to be a blast! (Registration is required)
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Sunday, October 20All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreSunday, October 20All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Sunday, October 202:00—4:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Community Viewing of PBS documentary, Race, the Power of an Illusion
Michelle Chalmers facilitates the conversation after the viewing the first of the three-part documentary, Race, The Power of an Illusion. Join us for one, two or all three afternoons to view this powerful documentary and discuss this three-part series that investigates race in society, science and history.…Learn More
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Monday, October 21All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreMonday, October 21All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Monday, October 2110:00—10:45 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Tiny Tots Playgroup
This 45-minute open playgroup is for children under three and their grownups. (Siblings welcome!) This is a great opportunity to socialize and learn from one another!…Learn MoreMonday, October 2110:30—11:30 AMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework.…Learn More
Monday, October 212:00—3:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Smartphone Photography
This class is dedicated to helping you with understanding how to use your smartphone for photography, how to take and create great images on your phone, what editing apps to use, and how to share and print your images. Join Steve as we go over how to find out how to use essential controls on your phone along with the best free and low-cost tools for editing and image management.…Learn MoreMonday, October 214:00—5:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Foundation Board Meeting
Foundation Board Meeting
Monday, October 216:00—7:00 PMLearning LabShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Costume Repair Clinic
Is the Halloween costume you've worn for years starting to show it's age? Tore your favorite costume last Halloween and forgot about it until now? Join us for a costume repair clinic in the Makerspace. Limited sewing supplies will be provided along with general crafting supplies.…Learn More
Monday, October 216:30—8:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Build It Club
Drop by the Children's Program Room to build with different kinds of blocks, including KEVA planks, big foam blocks, and Duplo. For kids of all ages. Caregivers, please be aware that this program has no facilitator.Monday, October 218:00—8:45 PMYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Advisory Meeting
What is Teen Advisory? It's a way for you to connect with the library and make your voice heard. It's a chance to see your ideas and opinions come to life. It's an easy way to earn volunteer credit by attending monthly meetings. Grades 5-12. Registration required.…Learn More22
Tuesday, October 22All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 22All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Tuesday, October 2210:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Book Beats
Join Miss Carlina for this lively early-literacy music and movement program. Children and parents will enjoy music together through, song, dance, and instrument play. This program is intended for preschoolers and their grownups. Siblings are welcome.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 222:00—3:00 PMLibrary Speakers Consortium
VIRTUAL Maybe You Should Talk To Someone: Examining the Truths and Fictions We Tell Ourselves
Every year, nearly 30 million Americans sit on a therapist’s couch—and some of these patients are therapists. In her remarkable book Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, Lori Gottlieb tells us that despite her license and rigorous training, her most significant credential is that she’s a card-carrying member of the human race.…Learn More
Tuesday, October 224:00—6:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Lego Club
Head to the Children's Program Room and build with Legos. Follow our weekly prompt, or create whatever your heart desires. For kids of all ages who are comfortable using Legos. Parents, please be aware that this program has no facilitator.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 224:00—6:00 PMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Kindness Coalition
Thanksgiving basket drive plannint
Tuesday, October 226:00—7:00 PMLearning LabShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Spanish Conversation Club
Are you looking for a casual space in which you can practice your Spanish and learn more about the multiple cultures of those who speak that language? Join our Spanish Conversation Club most Tuesdays at the Shrewsbury Public Library at 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 227:00—8:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Board of Library Trustees meeting.
Tuesday, October 227:15—9:15 PMZoom
Genealogy Club
Anyone interested in genealogy (or family history) can now join the Shrewsbury Genealogy Club from the comfort of their home! The club will meet on Zoom the fourth Tuesday of every month starting at 7:15 p. m. To register, email the Genealogy Club’s clubmaster, former SPL Assistant Director George Brown, at geobrown1940@gmail.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 23All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 23All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 239:30—10:00 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Babies Books and Bubbles
Join Miss Carlina for Babies, Books, and Bubbles! This program includes books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and of course bubbles!This program is intended for children ages 0-2 years old, but everyone is welcome.Wednesday, October 2310:30—11:00 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Babies Books and Bubbles
Join Miss Carlina for Babies, Books, and Bubbles! This program includes books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and of course bubbles!This program is intended for children ages 0-2 years old, but everyone is welcome.Wednesday, October 2310:30—11:30 AMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 231:00—2:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Room Booked
Room booked
Wednesday, October 234:00—4:45 PMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Dr Frankenstein's Toy Lab
Bring your creation to LIIIIIIIIIFE!!! In Dr Frankenstein's Toy Lab we'll be mixing and matching pieces from stuffed toys to make our own monstrous friends. Instead of eye of newt and toe of frog, try combining arms of T-Rex and body of Pooh Bear. Make it as cute or horrible as you want!
Registration required.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 235:30—7:00 PMZoom
CANCELED - English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 237:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
The Trial of Lizzie Borden: Whacks and Hacks
This case presents one of America’s most notorious and enduring murder mysteries. When Andrew and Abby Borden were brutally hacked to death in Fall River, Massachusetts, in August 1892, the arrest of the couple’s younger daughter Lizzie turned the case into international news and her murder trial into a spectacle unparalleled in American history.…Learn More24
Thursday, October 24All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreThursday, October 24All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Thursday, October 2410:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Wiggle Words
Join Miss Sonja in the Meeting Room for Wiggle Words! We will sing, dance, read stories, and have oodles of fun!This program is intended for walking kiddos, but everyone is welcome. No tokens required.…Learn MoreThursday, October 2410:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Coloring Club
A perfect way to have fun and practice school readiness skills! For toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers. (No registration required)
Thursday, October 241:00—1:45 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Young Scientist
Young Scientists is a free STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) program* facilitated by STEM Beginnings. Classes will meet IN THE LIBRARY. Program is for children ages 3-6 with a parent or caregiver. Children must be continually supervised by a grownup while participating.…Learn More
Thursday, October 246:30—7:30 PMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Cookbook Book Club
A cookbook will be selected every month and copies will be available at the main desk during the first week of the month. The Cookbook Book Club will prepare recipes from The Complete Mediterranean Cookbook: 500 Vibrant, Kitchen-Tested Recipes for Living and Eating Well Every Day by America's Test Kitchen for their October 24th meeting.…Learn MoreThursday, October 247:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
CANCELED - Preventing Childhood Lead Poisoning
Massachusetts has the fourth oldest housing stock in the US. The older a home is, the more likely it is to have lead paint. Join the MA Department of Public Health's Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program to learn about the health impacts of lead, the lead law, and how to keep yourself and future generations safe.…Learn More25
Friday, October 25All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreFriday, October 25All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Friday, October 2510:00—11:00 AMSt. Anne's Church/Fr. Smith Center130 Boston Turnpike, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework.…Learn More
Friday, October 2510:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Tinker Time
STEAM for older toddlers and preschoolers and their grownups
Friday, October 253:30—4:45 PMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Friday Fun for Teens
Drop in each week for a different activity - some relaxing, some crafty, some ridiculous, some delicious.
For grades 5-12. No registration necessary.
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Saturday, October 26All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 26All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Saturday, October 2611:00 AM—2:00 PMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Brunch & Board Games
Come try out a new board game, or bring your own to set up a game! Brunch and Board games is intended for adults to try new games, teach games you love, and connect with others! There are some light snacks provided to keep you going! Come as a group or as an individual.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 261:00—3:00 PMLearning LabShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
From Your Heart Writing Workshop
Join the library for a writing workshop! A writing workshop is a place where writers can gather together, share writing, and receive feedback. Writing workshops are facilitated by Gwen Callahan, a resident of Holden who has had previous experience with writing programs at the Worcester Senior Center.…Learn More27
Sunday, October 27All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreSunday, October 27All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Sunday, October 272:00—4:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Community Viewing of PBS documentary, Race, the Power of an Illusion
Michelle Chalmers facilitates the conversation after the viewing of the second of the three-part documentary, Race, The Power of an Illusion. Join us for one, two or all three afternoons to view this powerful documentary and discuss this three-part series that investigates race in society, science and history.…Learn More
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Monday, October 28All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreMonday, October 28All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Monday, October 2810:00 AM—5:00 PMChildren's RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Diwali Take-Home Craft
Celebrate Diwali with a take-home craft. Kits will be available starting at 10 a. m. and will be available while supplies last.
Monday, October 2810:30—11:30 AMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework.…Learn More
Monday, October 2811:00—11:45 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Preschool Sports with the Shrewsbury Club
Join the coaches from the Shrewsbury Club for preschool sports! Every week will focus on a different sport, all geared to kids ages 3-5. Library Sports Schedule9/9- Karate9/16- Gymnastic 9/23- Soccer 9/30- Dance10/7- Basketball10/14- No class10/21-…Learn MoreMonday, October 284:00—5:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Spider Web Engineering Challenge
In this STEAM Challenge, kids in grades 3-5 are invited to learn about how spiders build traps to capture prey and then design and test their own model of a spider web. Space is limited and registration is required.Monday, October 286:30—8:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Build It Club
Drop by the Children's Program Room to build with different kinds of blocks, including KEVA planks, big foam blocks, and Duplo. For kids of all ages. Caregivers, please be aware that this program has no facilitator.Monday, October 286:30—8:00 PMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
DIY Canvas Tote Bag Workshop
Melissa and Kim will be hosting this creative hands-on program for adults to explore their artistic side. Attendees will design and decorate their own reusable canvas tote bag using fabric markers, paints and stencils. They will leave with a unique tote bag to take home and enjoy.…Learn MoreMonday, October 287:00—8:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Ballot Question #2 Information Forum
Please join the League of Women Voters Grafton/Shrewsbury Area for an Information Forum regarding Ballot Question #2 -- Should the MCAS be required for students graduating from public schools in Massachusetts? Roberta Goldman, Senate District Coordinator for the Massachusetts Teacher Association (MTA) will present the Yes position, and Jill Norton of Marty Walz Associates will present the No position.…Learn More29
Tuesday, October 29All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 29All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Tuesday, October 2910:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Book Beats
Join Miss Carlina for this lively early-literacy music and movement program. Children and parents will enjoy music together through, song, dance, and instrument play. This program is intended for preschoolers and their grownups. Siblings are welcome.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 293:00—4:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
RESCHEDULED: Smartphone Photography
This class is dedicated to helping you with understanding how to use your smartphone for photography, how to take and create great images on your phone, what editing apps to use, and how to share and print your images. Join Steve as we go over how to find out how to use essential controls on your phone along with the best free and low-cost tools for editing and image management.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 294:00—6:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Lego Club
Head to the Children's Program Room and build with Legos. Follow our weekly prompt, or create whatever your heart desires. For kids of all ages who are comfortable using Legos. Parents, please be aware that this program has no facilitator.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 296:00—8:00 PMLearning LabShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Personnel Committee of BOT
Personnel Committee
Tuesday, October 297:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Spooky Landscape Painting
Come create a spooky landscape! Using watercolors and learning how to blend and add texture, participants will create a spooky pumpkin silhouette scene. Perfect fun for this time of year! Painting will be done on an 11x14 watercolor paper using tube watercolors.…Learn More30
Wednesday, October 30All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 30All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 309:30—10:00 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Babies Books and Bubbles
Join Miss Carlina for Babies, Books, and Bubbles! This program includes books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and of course bubbles!This program is intended for children ages 0-2 years old, but everyone is welcome.Wednesday, October 3010:30—11:00 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Babies Books and Bubbles
Join Miss Carlina for Babies, Books, and Bubbles! This program includes books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and of course bubbles!This program is intended for children ages 0-2 years old, but everyone is welcome.Wednesday, October 3010:30—11:30 AMMeeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 305:30—7:00 PMZoom
CANCELED - English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 31All DayLake Street Park430 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Storywalk® at Lake Street Park - Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Want to walk through a story?! Head on over to Lake Street Park - 430 Lake Street in Shrewsbury - for a Storywalk®. This month's story is Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis. “The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn MoreThursday, October 31All DayYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Teen Scavenger Hunt
Drop in to the Teen Room and try our monthly scavenger hunt! Finish the scavenger hunt and you’ll be entered to win our monthly raffle prize. This month’s prize is a spooky-cute Squishmallow!Scavenger hunt sheets can be found on the windowsill directly across from the entrance.…Learn More
Thursday, October 3110:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Wiggle Words
Join Miss Sonja in the Meeting Room for Wiggle Words! We will sing, dance, read stories, and have oodles of fun!This program is intended for walking kiddos, but everyone is welcome. No tokens required.…Learn MoreThursday, October 3110:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Coloring Club
A perfect way to have fun and practice school readiness skills! For toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers. (No registration required)
Thursday, October 311:00—1:45 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Young Scientist
Young Scientists is a free STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) program* facilitated by STEM Beginnings. Classes will meet IN THE LIBRARY. Program is for children ages 3-6 with a parent or caregiver. Children must be continually supervised by a grownup while participating.…Learn More