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Tuesday, 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.
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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 27:30—8:30 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Prenatal Sound Bath with Bluebird Healing
Immerse yourself in beautiful sounds of singing bowls that will help to bring your prenatal body back to optimum health. Experience calm and relaxation enjoying the magic of vibration and sound to bring balance to you and your baby. Registrants please bring a yoga mat, eye covering and blanket to make yourself comfortable.
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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 More
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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. The Memory Café will meet on the first and third Friday of every month from 2:00-3:30 PM in the library. ContactMichael Zeller mzeller@cwmars.…Learn More
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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 52:00—4:00 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury 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 More
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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 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 More
Monday, 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
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Tuesday, 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 More
Tuesday, 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 86:00—7:30 PMLearning LabShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
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.
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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 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 More
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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 More
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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 More
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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
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. She truly enjoys all of these caps that she wears. She often says that "her best and most important production is her 3 children and the sweet 7 grandchildren make storytelling great fun.…Learn More
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Monday, October 14Library Closed
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Wednesday, 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 More
Wednesday, 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 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 More
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 More
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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. The Memory Café will meet on the first and third Friday of every month from 2:00-3:30 PM in the library. ContactMichael Zeller, mzeller@cwmars.…Learn More
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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 More
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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 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 More
Monday, 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
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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 237:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury 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 More
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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 More
Thursday, October 247:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
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 More
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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 More
Saturday, 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 More
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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 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 282:00—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 More
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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 More
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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
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