Holden, Gale Free Library
Upcoming Events
Lego Club
Come build apartments for fantasy creatures for this month’s Rainbow Acres lego display! This is Mr. Kevin’s favorite engineering challenge!This program is for ages 6+. For children ages 4-5 we have Lego Jr. We request that you only register for one of the two Lego Club sessions this month.
Lapsit Story Time
Join Miss Rachel for songs, short picture book stories, and more. This story time will focus on routine, repetition and early literacy skills like ABC’s and 123’sThis program is for ages 2 and under.
Pre-K Story Time
Join Mr. Kevin for lots of laughs and fun stories! This story time will focus on picture book stories, and include some games or activities, and of course Mr. Kevin’s great sense of humor!This program is for ages 3-6.
Cozy Winter Nights at the Library- CANCELLED
Due to renovations on the second floor, this week's "Cozy Night at the Library" has been canceled. We hope to be back on the 26th!
Kidding Around Yoga With Miss Nicole - MOVED
THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN MOVED TO THE RICHARDS MEMORIAL LIBRARY IN PAXTONThis is not your typical yoga class! Little ones learn some basic poses with lots of music, movement, and literacy incorporated. Yoga helps children manage anxiety and improve emotional regulation, all while developing strength and flexibility!To register, please email communityconnections@wachusettcfce.…Learn More
Classics Book Group
The Classics Book Group is back, at a new day and time! For our first meeting of the year, we’ll be discussing Strangers on a Train by Patricia Highsmith. Copies of the book can be picked up at the Reference desk. Please note new meeting time, which will be Tuesday, February 17th at 1pm.…Learn More
The Cooking Club Program
Food brings people together. The smaller the food, the tastier it is, right? We love all types of finger foods. It’s great to be able to put a bunch of different items on a plate and enjoy everything. Great at parties, tailgates, friendly get-togethers, and even at work.…Learn More
Ukulele Group
Join us for our Ukulele Group! Whether you are new to the ukulele or more advanced, we welcome you to join this group, where you can play together, learn from each other, and have fun! Each month, we offer two Wednesday night sessions--come to either or both! If you are new to the group, please contact the Reference Desk to let us know you’ll be attending.…Learn More
Lapsit Story Time
Join Miss Rachel for songs, short picture book stories, and more. This story time will focus on routine, repetition and early literacy skills like ABC’s and 123’sThis program is for ages 2 and under.
The Craft of Writing
The Craft of Writing series looks at short published pieces to see what makes them "work. " Each meeting focuses on a particular theme, and highlights techniques you might notice in your reading, or apply to any style of writing you like. You may attend as many or as few as you like.…Learn More
Pre-K Story Time
Join Mr. Kevin for lots of laughs and fun stories! This story time will focus on picture book stories, and include some games or activities, and of course Mr. Kevin’s great sense of humor!This program is for ages 3-6.
Mornings with Maggie
It’s Maggie’s birthday, and her anniversary at the Library! Each month, Maggie, and her person, Kelly, come to the Library to spend time with us, and bring smiles to our faces. Now it’s time to celebrate her! Drop by anytime ~ treats (for both…Learn More
Dungeons and Dragons
Join the party for a second level adventure! This session is ideal for new and experienced players alike. You can come with your own first level character or choose from a premade sheet. If you are an older teen or tween registering yourself, please put your information in the 'Child' field as well as the 'Caregiver' field.…Learn More
Art Club
Join us for the Art Club! Use our supplies or bring your own! (Nothing stinky or full of fumes, please. ) We start each art club gathering with a brief check-in, share a theme for inspiration, and then make and chat for about an hour! At the end, we hold a closing circle to speak about the experience.…Learn More
Lapsit Story Time
Join Miss Rachel for songs, short picture book stories, and more. This story time will focus on routine, repetition and early literacy skills like ABC’s and 123’sThis program is for ages 2 and under.
Pre-K Story Time
Join Mr. Kevin for lots of laughs and fun stories! This story time will focus on picture book stories, and include some games or activities, and of course Mr. Kevin’s great sense of humor!This program is for ages 3-6.
Hands On Nature Presents: Owls and Their Prey
Learn about the fascinating world of owls and their prey. Practice owl calls, and dissect a real owl pellet!This program is for ages 5 and up. Please note: there are no live owls at this program.
Cozy Winter Nights at the Library
We’ll have our Program Room set up with tables, comfy chairs, snacks, and a fireplace (faux, but just as comforting!). Feel free to read, knit, work on a puzzle or quiet game, or finish a project you’ve brought from home. Our toasty, cheerful room is yours for the night! No registration necessary.
Lego Club
Come build apartments for fantasy creatures for this month’s Rainbow Acres lego display! This is Mr. Kevin’s favorite engineering challenge!This program is for ages 6+. For children ages 4-5 we have Lego Jr. We request that you only register for one of the two Lego Club sessions this month.
Lapsit Story Time
Join Miss Rachel for songs, short picture book stories, and more. This story time will focus on routine, repetition and early literacy skills like ABC’s and 123’sThis program is for ages 2 and under.
Pre-K Story Time
Join Mr. Kevin for lots of laughs and fun stories! This story time will focus on picture book stories, and include some games or activities, and of course Mr. Kevin’s great sense of humor!This program is for ages 3-6.
Lego Jr.
Come help build fantasy vehicles for this month’s Rainbow Acres lego display!This program is for children ages 4-5. For older children we have Lego Club.
Lego Club
Come build apartments for fantasy creatures for this month’s Rainbow Acres lego display! This is Mr. Kevin’s favorite engineering challenge!This program is for ages 6+. For children ages 4-5 we have Lego Jr. We request that you only register for one of the two Lego Club sessions this month.
Lapsit Story Time
Join Miss Rachel for songs, short picture book stories, and more. This story time will focus on routine, repetition and early literacy skills like ABC’s and 123’sThis program is for ages 2 and under.
Pre-K Story Time
Join Mr. Kevin for lots of laughs and fun stories! This story time will focus on picture book stories, and include some games or activities, and of course Mr. Kevin’s great sense of humor!This program is for ages 3-6.
Read, Build, Play!
Join us to read, build, and play with Community Connections! All activities relate to STEM: science, technology, engineering and math. Come have fun and learn while creating! Children expand their problem-solving skills, while developing social skills with kids their own age as they build.…Learn More
Lapsit Story Time
Join Miss Rachel for songs, short picture book stories, and more. This story time will focus on routine, repetition and early literacy skills like ABC’s and 123’sThis program is for ages 2 and under.
Pre-K Story Time
Join Mr. Kevin for lots of laughs and fun stories! This story time will focus on picture book stories, and include some games or activities, and of course Mr. Kevin’s great sense of humor!This program is for ages 3-6.
Graphic Novel Book Club
Come read and discuss Tidesong by Wendy Xu! We will also discuss art and how graphic novels are made. Once you register, visit the Children’s Room to borrow your copy of the graphic novel. “Sophie is a young witch whose family pressures her to attend the Royal Magic Academy.…Learn More
Lapsit Story Time
Join Miss Rachel for songs, short picture book stories, and more. This story time will focus on routine, repetition and early literacy skills like ABC’s and 123’sThis program is for ages 2 and under.
Pre-K Story Time
Join Mr. Kevin for lots of laughs and fun stories! This story time will focus on picture book stories, and include some games or activities, and of course Mr. Kevin’s great sense of humor!This program is for ages 3-6.
Kidding Around Yoga With Miss Nicole
This is not your typical yoga class! Little ones learn some basic poses with lots of music, movement, and literacy incorporated. Yoga helps children manage anxiety and improve emotional regulation, all while developing strength and flexibility!To register, please email communityconnections@wachusettcfce.…Learn More
Dungeons and Dragons
Join the party for a third level adventure! This session is ideal for new and experienced players alike. You can come with your own first level character or choose from a premade sheet. If you are an older teen or tween registering yourself, please put your information in the 'Child' field as well as the 'Caregiver' field.…Learn More
Lapsit Story Time
Join Miss Rachel for songs, short picture book stories, and more. This story time will focus on routine, repetition and early literacy skills like ABC’s and 123’sThis program is for ages 2 and under.
Pre-K Story Time
Join Mr. Kevin for lots of laughs and fun stories! This story time will focus on picture book stories, and include some games or activities, and of course Mr. Kevin’s great sense of humor!This program is for ages 3-6.
Lapsit Story Time
Join Miss Rachel for songs, short picture book stories, and more. This story time will focus on routine, repetition and early literacy skills like ABC’s and 123’sThis program is for ages 2 and under.
Pre-K Story Time
Join Mr. Kevin for lots of laughs and fun stories! This story time will focus on picture book stories, and include some games or activities, and of course Mr. Kevin’s great sense of humor!This program is for ages 3-6.
Lapsit Story Time
Join Miss Rachel for songs, short picture book stories, and more. This story time will focus on routine, repetition and early literacy skills like ABC’s and 123’sThis program is for ages 2 and under.
Pre-K Story Time
Join Mr. Kevin for lots of laughs and fun stories! This story time will focus on picture book stories, and include some games or activities, and of course Mr. Kevin’s great sense of humor!This program is for ages 3-6.
