We will be discussing Simon and Chester: Super Detectives by Cale Atkinson. This book club will meet in-person at Medford Public Library. Please bring your book! You can check out this book from any Minuteman Library.
We will be discussing Cats: Nature and Nurture by Andy Hirsch. This book club will meet in-person at Medford Public Library. Please bring your book! You can check out this book from any Minuteman Library.
This story hour is for children between the ages of 3-7. We will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in! After storytime, a short craft or activity will be held in the same space. Because of the age of most of the participants, we do ask that
Join us as we read some excellent books, sing songs, and learn gentle movement activities. This story time is 30 minutes long and geared toward children ages 2-3. After stories and songs, we invite you to join us for a mini-play group too. We are doing this as a ticketed program to keep our room
We've got a mountain of Legos and we know you've got the skills to build! Come take on a challenge build or just make your own creation! This program is for kids who have started school (ages 6+). We are doing this as a ticketed program to keep our room open enough for social distancing.
For teens in grades 6 and up This month, we're reading I Am Not Starfire by Mariko Tamaki: 17-year-old Mandy, daughter of Starfire, is NOT like her mother. Starfire is gorgeous, tall, sparkly, and a hero. Mandy is NOT a sparkly superhero. Mandy has no powers, is a kid who dyes her hair black and hates
For teens in grades 6 and up Drop in once a month to learn a new aspect of manga drawing! Supplies will be provided by the library. All skill levels welcome! January 10: Faces February 14: Chibis Program will take place in the Youth Services Program Room. Questions? Contact Maddi: mranieri@minlib.net | 781-475-5735
We’re going to be discussing the picture book If I Built a Car by Chris Van Dusen. Please bring your book with you when you come! You can check out the book from any Minuteman Library.
For teens in grades 9-12. This month, we'll be talking about You Should See Me in a Crown, by Leah Johnson. You can pick up a copy of the book at the Teen Services Desk up to one month before the meeting! We'll be meeting in the Youth Services Program Room for book club! Liz
This book group meets on the second Tuesday of the month. Titles are chosen by the group at the beginning of the season. Books will be available approximately four weeks in advance. Call the Library at 781-395-7950 to have a copy checked out to you for no-contact pickup.
Join the hilarious and awesome Matt Heaton for this monthly singalong! Get your toes tappin' and your wombat dance ready! This program is designed for ages 0-3 but is fun for all!
Come learn a new way to craft, paint, build, and design with us! Every other week, we will explore the world of arts and crafts with a cool new project. This program is designed for school-aged children (ages 6+).
We meet at 7PM on the 2nd Thursday of the month unless otherwise noted.* January 13 For a classic feature this season we’re going to read, The Price of Salt AKA, Carol, by Patricia Highsmith and a recent biography (published January 2021) on Highsmith by Richard Bradford. The Price of Salt (fiction) by Patricia Highsmith
The library will be closed to the public for this federal holiday.
This 20-30 minute storytime includes songs and gentle movement activities. Lapsit is followed by a mini-playgroup so families who would like to stay and play are welcome too!
For teens in grades 6-9 Chameleon is the library's drop-in group for LGBTQIAP+ youth and allies in grades 6-9. With a focus on a different theme each month, come chat, connect, work on fun projects, and play games in a safe, open, and welcoming space! No one is required to disclose any aspect of their
Drop by the children's room for a fun craft activity. We will provide the materials - just bring your creative brain and your imagination! This program is designed for children ages 8+
We've got a mountain of Legos and we know you've got the skills to build! Come take on a challenge build or just make your own creation! This program is for kids who have started school (ages 5+).
For teens in grades 6-8. There are no assigned books for this book club. Instead, we'll talk about whatever you're currently reading and share book recs! We'll be meeting in the Bonsignore Hall. No sign up required, just drop in! If you have any questions, contact Nicole: nperrault@minlib.net | 781-475-5735
Math and Science never tasted so good! Learn a new recipe as we explore all the ways that math and science find themselves at home in the kitchen! Advanced registration is required! Please email Sam at ssednek@minlib.net
Learn how to make your own zine! A zine is a mini magazine about anything that's important to you! REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Email Maddi at mranieri@minlib.net to register for this program. Space is limited, so make sure to register in advance!
Dress up in your coziest outfit, grab your favorite snuggle friend, and come on down to Medford Public Library. We will have a short (30 minute) storytime with songs and books to get you ready for the best dreamtime!
Join us as we read some excellent books, sing songs, and learn gentle movement activities. This story time is 30 minutes long and geared toward children ages 2-3. After stories and songs, we invite you to join us for a mini-play group too.
For teens in middle and high school (grades 6-12). This month, learn how to make and bake your own pencils using polymer clay! We'll be meeting in the Youth Services Program Room. All materials will be provided. Sign up is required. Please complete the sign up form below. If you have any questions, contact Nicole:
This story hour is cancelled for the snow day. Check us out next Saturday!
Come explore, design, build, and program in the makerspace! This class will have a different project or challenge presented at the start of the program and we will use all our creative ideas and some really neat tech to try to make something new. We will be using equipment in the Makerspace for most challenges.
We’re going to be discussing the picture book Miles Morales: Shock Waves by J. Reynolds. Please bring your book with you when you come! You can check out the book from any Minuteman Library.
For teens in middle and high school. Take a break and play some games - video games, board games, and more! We'll have a number of games available for you to use; you're welcome to play one large game or to split into groups and play multiple games. Teens who show up will determine what
Do you wish you could do the impossible, wiggle your nose to magically rid your home of clutter? Since that is impossible, learning the meaning of clutter and why it causes a person to feel stuck and unmotivated. Become inspired to WANT to clean! This presentation is based on the principles of Feng Shui and