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Mystic Aquarium Touch Tank

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Lobby at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Hands-On or DIY, Science
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5), School Aged (grades k-4), Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12), Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Stop into the lower lobby anytime between 10:30-12:30 today to experience Mystic Aquarium's traveling touch tank! The aquarium will bring an assortment of live invertebrates such a...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Poetry Cafe

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Clubs & Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We are a fun, friendly group who love poetry. Each week, we select a poet - from modern to classic, humorous to serious - to read aloud followed by a lively group discussion. We al...

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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Shoreline Jazz Quintet: Celebrating the Music of Pat Metheny

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Music, Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Enjoy the music of iconic jazz guitarist Pat Metheny as performed by the Shoreline Jazz Quintet. The Shoreline Jazz Quintet or SJQ includes Mike Bimonte on drums, Deepak Cyril D...

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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group.
This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group.

Teen Take-N-Makes: Mini Masterpieces

All Day
Youth Services at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Hands-On or DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12)
Event Details:

Drop-in event. Stop by the Teen Room today to pick up a mini canvas and paint set to create your very own masterpiece. Bring your finished art back to the library to be featured in...

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group.

Preschool Stories for ages 3-5

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5)
Preschool Stories:

A live, in-person storytime for children ages 3-5!  Join us for an interactive story time filled with songs, movement, books and manipulates that are age appropriate for pr...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Color & Conversation

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Discussion Groups, Hands-On or DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy engaging conversation and explore your creativity at our adult coloring group! Coloring is a great way to keep the brain engaged and the body relaxed–plus it’s a gr...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Exploring Our Grief Journey

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lucy Hammer Room at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Clubs & Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Exploring Our Grief Journey: A Grief Support Group An open peer support group led by AccentCare Bereavement Volunteer Cheryl Cole and centered around the legacy of your loved on...

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "School Aged (grades k-4)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group.
This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group.

Decorate a Kindness Shell for Ages 3 and up

All Day
Youth Services at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Music, Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5), School Aged (grades k-4), Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12)
Event Details:

Drop-in event. Spread some kindness! Community members of all ages are welcomed to decorate shells with uplifting messages and designs. Once decorated, you can add your kindness sh...

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group.

Tuesdays are for Twos Storytime for ages 2 to 3

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5)
Tuesdays are for Twos:

Children & their caregivers are invited to sign up for a program filled with singing, dancing, rhyming & stories for ages 2-3!  Each week will be something new alon...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tech Help Tuesday

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lucy Hammer Room at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Technology Training
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Confused about your new iPhone or iPad? Need help formatting a Word document? Drop in to the library between 11am & 12pm to get a tech question answered. First come, first serv...

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "School Aged (grades k-4)" group.

Summer Family Take-N-Makes

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Youth Services at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Hands-On or DIY
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5), School Aged (grades k-4)
Take-N-Makes:

Drop-in event. Looking for something fun to do - how about dropping by the library to grab an interactive kit that you can complete with your family and/or friends? Each month...

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group.

Stories & Music for Babies up to 24 months

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5)
Stories & Music for Babies:

Babies & their caregivers are invited to sign up for a gentle storytime of rhyming, movement & song for babies just under 24 months.  Each week we will promote bond...

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group.

Stories & Music for Babies up to 24 months (class two)

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5)
Stories & Music for Babies:

Babies & their caregivers are invited to sign up for a gentle storytime of rhyming, movement & song for babies just under 24 months.  Each week we will promote bond...

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "School Aged (grades k-4)" group.

Sand Art ages 3 and up

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Library Lawn at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5), School Aged (grades k-4)
Event Details:

Drop-in event. Stop by and make a colorful sand art project! The event will take place outside, weather permitting.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group.
This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group.

Teen Volunteer Orientation

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth Services at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12)
Event Details:

Do you need volunteer hours for school? Are you interested in volunteering at the library? Join us for an orientation to get started. For students in grades 7-12. Registration is r...

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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Classical Latin Three

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Latin III  will begin with a review of chapters 28-40 of Ecce Romani II. At the completion of all 27 chapters of  the text, the group will move on to translating and disc...

Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Blackstone Fiber Art Community

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Clubs & Discussion Groups, Hands-On or DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a weekly fiber art group. All experience levels in knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving, sewing, felting, embroidery, and all fiber art forms are welcome! Drop in any t...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Books & Brews Book Club

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Books & Brews:

We're not your grandmother's book club! Pick up a copy of this month’s title and be ready to share your thoughts at our monthly meeting at Thimble Island Brewing Company. Check out...

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Middle School (grades 5-8)" group.
This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group.

DIY Secret Garden in a Tin

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Hands-On or DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Middle School (grades 5-8), High School (grades 9-12)
Event Details:

Teens and Tweens: Come join us for a relaxing afternoon of crafting! We will be making miniature secret garden tins that embrace the cottagecore aesthetic. Sponsored by the Friends...

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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group.

Video Stories for Babies up to age 5

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5)
Video Stories:

A storytime featuring movies, music & more! For children through age 5. We’re saving Fridays for a special event that features songs, hand rhymes, & a video story we can...

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children (ages 0-5)" group.

Saturday Songs & Stories for ages 5 and under

Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Auditorium at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Children (ages 0-5)
Saturday Songs & Stories:

Let’s sing dance and read! Join us once a month for a feel good storytime for the entire family. We will be sure to include songs, rhymes, books and instruments to get everyon...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Classical Latin Two

Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Taught by Susan Craig. Class is full and is not accepting new students at this time.

Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intro to Pilates

Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Lawn at James Blackstone Memorial Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Have you ever been curious about Pilates? If practiced consistently, Pilates improves flexibility, builds strength, and develops control and endurance in the entire body. It puts e...

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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Poetry Cafe

Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Clubs & Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We are a fun, friendly group who love poetry. Each week, we select a poet - from modern to classic, humorous to serious - to read aloud followed by a lively group discussion. We al...

Registration Open
Registration
Virtual Event