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Thursday, May 110:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Wiggle Words

Wiggle WordsJoin 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 More

Thursday, May 110:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Fun with Colors!

A perfect way to have fun and practice school readiness skills! For toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers. (No registration required)

Thursday, May 16:30—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.   Titles are selected from a variety of genres. Copies of the book will be available at the first floor Circulation desk for group members to check out. New members are welcome; please contact Priya Rathnam at 508-841-8537 or prathnam@shrewsburyma.…Learn More
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Friday, May 22:00—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

Friday, May 23:30—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, May 32:00—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, May 42:30—4:00 PMZoom

African Art Series: Shango to Shonibare

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 in the Black Atlantic World--with a focus on the form, meaning and movement of the Thunder Deity Shango from Africa through the Diaspora (Cuba, Brazil, Haiti), and into the art of the Harlem Renaissance and Civil Rights movement in the United States.…Learn More
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Monday, May 510:00—10:45 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Tiny Tots Playgroup

Tiny Tots PlaygroupThis 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, May 511:15 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Preschool Sports with the Shrewsbury Club

Preschool Sports with the Shrewsbury ClubJoin the coaches from the Shrewsbury Club for preschool sports! Every week will focus on a different sport, all geared to kids ages 3-5.  1/6- Basketball 1/13- Karate 1/20 - No class1/27- Gymnastic 2/3- Soccer 2/10- Dance 2/17 - No class2/24-…Learn More

Monday, May 55:30—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.…Learn More

Monday, May 56:30—8:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Build It Club

Build It ClubDrop 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.
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Tuesday, May 610:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Book Beats

Book BeatsJoin 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 More

Tuesday, May 64:00—6:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Lego Club

Lego ClubHead 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 More
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Wednesday, May 79:30—10:00 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Babies Books and Bubbles

Babies Books and BubblesJoin 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, May 710:30—11:00 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Babies Books and Bubbles

Babies Books and BubblesJoin 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, May 71:00—1:45 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Preschool Explorers

Preschool Explorers LogpPreschool-aged children are invited to a special storytime designed to foster independence and practice classroom skills. We will enjoy stories, songs, and a fun craft or activity. Grown ups will remain outside the program room for this independent storytime, but are welcome to assist their child with the craft at the end of the program.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 810:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Wiggle Words

Wiggle WordsJoin 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 More

Thursday, May 810:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Fun with Colors!

A perfect way to have fun and practice school readiness skills! For toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers. (No registration required)

Thursday, May 87:00—8:00 PMYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Teen Writing Club

Teen Writing ClubWriters 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 More
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Friday, May 93:30—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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Monday, May 1211:15 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Preschool Sports with the Shrewsbury Club

Preschool Sports with the Shrewsbury ClubJoin the coaches from the Shrewsbury Club for preschool sports! Every week will focus on a different sport, all geared to kids ages 3-5.  1/6- Basketball 1/13- Karate 1/20 - No class1/27- Gymnastic 2/3- Soccer 2/10- Dance 2/17 - No class2/24-…Learn More

Monday, May 125:30—6:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Mindfulness Mondays

Mindfulness MondaysWind down your evening at the library with this storytime best suited for families with children aged 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 More

Monday, May 126:30—8:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Build It Club

Build It ClubDrop 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.
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Tuesday, May 1310:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Book Beats

Book BeatsJoin 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 More

Tuesday, May 134:00—6:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Lego Club

Lego ClubHead 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 More
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Wednesday, May 149:30—10:00 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Babies Books and Bubbles

Babies Books and BubblesJoin 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, May 1410:30—11:00 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Babies Books and Bubbles

Babies Books and BubblesJoin 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, May 141:00—1:45 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Preschool Explorers

Preschool Explorers LogpPreschool-aged children are invited to a special storytime designed to foster independence and practice classroom skills. We will enjoy stories, songs, and a fun craft or activity. Grown ups will remain outside the program room for this independent storytime, but are welcome to assist their child with the craft at the end of the program.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 1510:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Wiggle Words

Wiggle WordsJoin 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 More

Thursday, May 1510:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Fun with Colors!

A perfect way to have fun and practice school readiness skills! For toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers. (No registration required)

Thursday, May 1511:00 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, May 157:00—8:30 PMLearning LabShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Reading Glasses- 20's & 30's Book Club

Reading Glasses, SPL's book group for adults in their 20s and 30s, will be on the 3rd Thursday of every month in a hybrid format. We will meet in the Learning Lab on the 2nd Floor, and well as on Google Meet. New attendees, please email SPLreference@cwmars.…Learn More

Thursday, May 157:00—8:00 PMZoom

VIRTUAL - Meditation for Balance and Inner Contentment

People all over the world are tuning into meditation to help them lead a more peaceful and healthy life-style. Scientific studies have proven that the practice of meditation provides a deep relaxation to the body that helps reduce stress and tension. Meditation is the key to a more balanced life.…Learn More
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Friday, May 162:00—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

Friday, May 163:30—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, May 172:00—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, May 18Library Closed

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Monday, May 1910:00—10:45 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Tiny Tots Playgroup

Tiny Tots PlaygroupThis 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 More

Monday, May 1911:15 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Preschool Sports with the Shrewsbury Club

Preschool Sports with the Shrewsbury ClubJoin the coaches from the Shrewsbury Club for preschool sports! Every week will focus on a different sport, all geared to kids ages 3-5.  1/6- Basketball 1/13- Karate 1/20 - No class1/27- Gymnastic 2/3- Soccer 2/10- Dance 2/17 - No class2/24-…Learn More

Monday, May 196:30—8:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Build It Club

Build It ClubDrop 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, May 198:00—8:45 PMYoung Adult RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Teen Advisory Meeting

Teen Advisory MeetingWhat 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 More
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Tuesday, May 2010:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Book Beats

Book BeatsJoin 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 More

Tuesday, May 204:00—6:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Lego Club

Lego ClubHead 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 More
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Wednesday, May 219:30—10:00 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Babies Books and Bubbles

Babies Books and BubblesJoin 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, May 2110:30—11:00 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Babies Books and Bubbles

Babies Books and BubblesJoin 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, May 211:00—1:45 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Preschool Explorers

Preschool Explorers LogpPreschool-aged children are invited to a special storytime designed to foster independence and practice classroom skills. We will enjoy stories, songs, and a fun craft or activity. Grown ups will remain outside the program room for this independent storytime, but are welcome to assist their child with the craft at the end of the program.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 2210:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Wiggle Words

Wiggle WordsJoin 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 More

Thursday, May 2210:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Fun with Colors!

A perfect way to have fun and practice school readiness skills! For toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers. (No registration required)

Thursday, May 226:30—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. Participants are invited to choose a recipe from the cookbook, prepare it at home, then bring it to the library to share with others.…Learn More
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Friday, May 233:30—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, May 24Library Closed

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Sunday, May 25Library Closed

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Monday, May 26Library Closed

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Tuesday, May 2710:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Book Beats

Book BeatsJoin 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 More

Tuesday, May 274:00—6:00 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Lego Club

Lego ClubHead 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 More
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Wednesday, May 289:30—10:00 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Babies Books and Bubbles

Babies Books and BubblesJoin 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, May 2810:30—11:00 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Babies Books and Bubbles

Babies Books and BubblesJoin 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, May 281:00—1:45 PMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Preschool Explorers

Preschool Explorers LogpPreschool-aged children are invited to a special storytime designed to foster independence and practice classroom skills. We will enjoy stories, songs, and a fun craft or activity. Grown ups will remain outside the program room for this independent storytime, but are welcome to assist their child with the craft at the end of the program.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 2910:00—10:30 AMMeeting Room AShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
Meeting Room BShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Wiggle Words

Wiggle WordsJoin 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 More

Thursday, May 2910:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomShrewsbury Public Library609 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Fun with Colors!

A perfect way to have fun and practice school readiness skills! For toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers. (No registration required)
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Friday, May 303:30—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, May 3111:00 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, May 312:00—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