Hopkinton Public Library

Celebrate a successful Day of Silence with fellow members of the LGBTQ+ community & allies with snacks, board games, and music!In collaboration with the Hopkinton High GSA. Open to high school and middle school students.

Drop by the Children's Department programming room for some family activities (i. e. chess, board games, blocks, coloring, etc).

Join the Hopkinton Trails Club for a guided walk through Cameron Woods. We'll start at the parking area on Whisper Way and walk a loop though the Cameron Woods trails. This event is presented by the Hopkinton Trails Club and co-sponsored by the Hopkinton Public Library.

Learn the basics of quilting! It's so easy, you'll make your own quilted coaster in under an hour! Though quilting is an art that can be immensely detailed, the basics are really easy to pick up. We will be using basic sewing machines. Come try it out and see why it has been a quintessential American art for generations! This program is for ages 16-adult.…Learn More

The history of tabletop roleplaying stretches back over 25 years ago, and its popularity continues to this day. This group was started with a focus on "old school" games, like Dungeons & Dragons and other classics from the 1970s and '80s, but these days we play all sorts of games, old and new.…Learn More

Come listen to songs enjoyed by both sides during the American Revolution, when the colonies echoed with marching tunes, ballads, and hymns created to promote either rebellion or loyalty to the crown. Diane wears period clothing and accompanies her singing on authentic instruments.…Learn More

Join us for teen-only Drop-In Craft Hours in the CreatorSpace! Our CreatorSpace staffer today is Jess, our Teen Librarian! Her expertise is in general crafts. Find out more about our CreatorSpace at https://hopkintonlibrary. org/creatorspace/. CreatorSpace users must pre-register at the Reference Desk.…Learn More

Narcan is the brand name of the generic Naloxone and is a life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids. This free Narcan training will provide participants with a brief training on how to recognize an opioid overdose, when and how to use Narcan, and a free kit to take home.…Learn More

Preschool Storytellers includes a short storytime followed by play-based activities. We will start with a few songs and then Ms. Carly will read a picture book with children, inviting them to respond to the story and pictures. After this shared reading children will continue storytelling through crafts, sensory activities, dramatic play, and more.…Learn More

Intermediate Learners have mastered basic vocabulary and simple grammar and are now focused on greater comfort level in everyday conversations. At the Intermediate level, we will prioritize components of grammar, vocabulary expansion, reading comprehension, and group discussion.…Learn More

At Kids Creative Writing Club, children will have fun exploring the world of writing, imagination, and storytelling with their friends. Each meeting will include creative activities like interactive games, poetry prompts, group storytelling, and more.…Learn More

Join dungeon master Leann for a Spring session of D&D. New players welcome! Registration is required. Please e-mail Jess at jdyment@hopkintonma. gov with any questions.

Drop by the Children's Room to practice reading aloud to Hula, a local therapy dog!…Learn More

Join Ms. Carly for a special evening storytime. We’ll sing songs to shake the end of day sillies out and read stories to wind down for bedtime. Pajamas and stuffed animals are welcome! Recommended for ages 0-5. Please register.

Conversation and Culture is a gathering of new and old friends who meet under the direction of a leader to focus on English fluency. Participants who choose this offering are fairly comfortable in everyday conversation but recognize the need to be more comfortable in the world around them.…Learn More

Drop by the Children's Department programming room for some family activities (i. e. chess, board games, blocks, coloring, etc).

All AgesCome learn about Dominique chickens, the first true “American” breed developed in America around 1750. Dominique chickens are listed on the Livestock Conservancy's list of rare/threatened heritage breeds. This program includes a presentation with live Dominique chickens led by our Assistant Director and farm owner, Jak Miller.…Learn More

Chess Club for ages 6 and up. High school volunteers will be available to guide and instruct. New players are always welcome!

Join us for our usual Baby & Toddler Storytime, but after work! Sure to delight, this storytime is full of songs, stories, wiggles, and rhymes. Start with play/social time and end with bubbles. .. .and a quick bedtime!Recommended for ages 0-3Registration opens the week before the storytime date you want to attend.…Learn More

"Barn Quilts" are geometric designs in the style of traditional quilts that are painted on barns, and have a long and storied history in New England. Come paint your own 12" barn quilt, using a traditional design or making your own! This program is for ages 14-adult.…Learn More

Intermediate Learners have mastered basic vocabulary and simple grammar and are now focused on greater comfort level in everyday conversations. At the Intermediate level, we will prioritize components of grammar, vocabulary expansion, reading comprehension, and group discussion.…Learn More

Create some Upcycled art with us to celebrate Earth Day. Open to adults, teens, and kids ages 9 and up.

At Kids Creative Writing Club, children will have fun exploring the world of writing, imagination, and storytelling with their friends. Each meeting will include creative activities like interactive games, poetry prompts, group storytelling, and more.…Learn More

A Dungeons & Dragons group for adults ages 18-25! Meet every other Wednesday at 5:30pm in the library's Ellsworth Room. New and experienced adventurers welcome.

We will have board games, card games, puzzles, and Nintendo Switch2 set up in the YA Room. Open to anyone in grades 5-12. Snacks provided!

Anime & Manga Fans: Meet in the YA Room to discuss manga, watch anime, draw characters, and eat fun snacks!Open to teens and pre-teens in grades 5-12. Please note: In this program we may watch and/or discuss material that is rated TV-14 or unrated.…Learn More

A Dungeons & Dragons group for adults ages 18-25! Meet every other Wednesday at 6:00pm in the library's Ellsworth Room. New and experienced adventurers welcome.

Drop by the Children's Room to practice reading aloud to Hula, a local therapy dog!…Learn More

April Break painting class with Julie Harrold for ages 7-12.

April Break painting class with Julie Harrold for ages 13-18.

This series is led by local high school student Rishi as part of the Hopkinton Public Library's Teen-Led Programs initiative. Rishi's goal is to make technical literacy fun, interactive, and accessible to the entire community. In this structured workshop, kids in grades 2-4 will learn foundations of coding skills through board games.…Learn More

Conversation and Culture is a gathering of new and old friends who meet under the direction of a leader to focus on English fluency. Participants who choose this offering are fairly comfortable in everyday conversation but recognize the need to be more comfortable in the world around them.…Learn More

Drop by the Children's Department programming room for some family activities (i. e. chess, board games, blocks, coloring, etc).

The history of tabletop roleplaying stretches back over 25 years ago, and its popularity continues to this day. This group was started with a focus on "old school" games, like Dungeons & Dragons and other classics from the 1970s and '80s, but these days we play all sorts of games, old and new.…Learn More

Join us for teen-only Drop-In Craft Hours in the CreatorSpace! Our CreatorSpace staffer today is Jess, our Teen Librarian! Her expertise is in general crafts. Find out more about our CreatorSpace at https://hopkintonlibrary. org/creatorspace/. CreatorSpace users must pre-register at the Reference Desk.…Learn More

Learn the basics of sewing! It's so easy, you'll make your own quilted coaster in under an hour! Though quilting is an art that can be immensely detailed, the basics are really easy to pick up. We will be using basic sewing machines. Come try it out and see why it has been a quintessential American art for generations! This program is for ages 16-adult.…Learn More

Introducing the National Treasures book discussion group, where we’ll read classic American literature through the ages. Revisit those high school cornerstones to see if they’re any different than you remember. Or, if you haven’t read them before, see what all the fuss is about! April's book is Player Piano, by Kurt Vonnegut a far-fetched dystopian novel in which World War 3 breaks out and everyone's jobs get replaced by computers.…Learn More

Intermediate Learners have mastered basic vocabulary and simple grammar and are now focused on greater comfort level in everyday conversations. At the Intermediate level, we will prioritize components of grammar, vocabulary expansion, reading comprehension, and group discussion.…Learn More

Preschool Storytellers includes a short storytime followed by play-based activities. We will start with a few songs and then Ms. Carly will read a picture book with children, inviting them to respond to the story and pictures. After this shared reading children will continue storytelling through crafts, sensory activities, dramatic play, and more.…Learn More

At Kids Creative Writing Club, children will have fun exploring the world of writing, imagination, and storytelling with their friends. Each meeting will include creative activities like interactive games, poetry prompts, group storytelling, and more.…Learn More

Join dungeon master Leann for a Spring session of D&D. New players welcome! Registration is required. Please e-mail Jess at jdyment@hopkintonma. gov with any questions.

Drop by the Children's Room to practice reading aloud to Hula, a local therapy dog!…Learn More

This series is led by local high school student Rishi as part of the Hopkinton Public Library's Teen-Led Programs initiative. Rishi's goal is to make technical literacy fun, interactive, and accessible to the entire community. In this structured workshop, kids in grades 2-4 will learn foundations of coding skills through board games.…Learn More

Have you heard of Zines?Zines are self-published works that have provided access to information and an opportunity to build community for decades. Join Ray (reference and technology librarian) for an evening where we make and share our own zines! Materials will be provided, get up to three copies of your zine made to keep or trade.…Learn More

Conversation and Culture is a gathering of new and old friends who meet under the direction of a leader to focus on English fluency. Participants who choose this offering are fairly comfortable in everyday conversation but recognize the need to be more comfortable in the world around them.…Learn More

Drop by the Children's Department programming room for some family activities (i. e. chess, board games, blocks, coloring, etc).

Drop by the Children's Department programming room for some family activities (i. e. chess, board games, blocks, coloring, etc).

Puzzlers, prepare! We will be hosting a puzzle race! Teams will compete to complete a 500-piece puzzle first! All teams will complete the same puzzle. This program is appropriate for ages 9 and up. Maximum team size is 6. Registration is required.…Learn More

All Ages. Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied at all times by a responsible person age 12 or older. Let's have a tea party! Bring your American Girl doll (or any doll!) for a fun afternoon of tea, juice, light snacks and American Girl / Colonial themed activities.…Learn More

Join us for teen-only Drop-In Craft Hours in the CreatorSpace! Our CreatorSpace staffer today is Jess, our Teen Librarian! Her expertise is in general crafts. Find out more about our CreatorSpace at https://hopkintonlibrary. org/creatorspace/. CreatorSpace users must pre-register at the Reference Desk.…Learn More

Did you miss the live virtual author talk from Thursday? Join us in the Children's Programming Room for coloring, activity sheets, and to check out Jason's books while we stream the recording of a discussion with Jason Reynolds about the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series, Coach.…Learn More

For Ages 9+ and TeensCome learn to play Magic: the Gathering! Bring your own decks or choose from the ones provided. Hosted by Pete from Pete's Nerd Emporium.

Embroidery samplers were a way for colonial women and girls to humble-brag about their skill with a needle and thread, especially to potential husbands or in-laws. While today we value women for more than our needlework, fiber arts is still a popular skill for people to practice.…Learn More

Join us for Scrabble Group and Mahjong Group, where we play Scrabble and Mahjong! We'll provide Scrabble sets, but we don't have a Mahjong set at this time. Please bring you own set if you can! No registration is required.

Preschool Storytellers includes a short storytime followed by play-based activities. We will start with a few songs and then Ms. Carly will read a picture book with children, inviting them to respond to the story and pictures. After this shared reading children will continue storytelling through crafts, sensory activities, dramatic play, and more.…Learn More

Intermediate Learners have mastered basic vocabulary and simple grammar and are now focused on greater comfort level in everyday conversations. At the Intermediate level, we will prioritize components of grammar, vocabulary expansion, reading comprehension, and group discussion.…Learn More

Adult Services Librarian Danielle Wolber visits Fairview Estates to provide services to residents. Please contact Danielle Wolber at dwolber@hopkintonma. gov for more information.

At Kids Creative Writing Club, children will have fun exploring the world of writing, imagination, and storytelling with their friends. Each meeting will include creative activities like interactive games, poetry prompts, group storytelling, and more.…Learn More

A Dungeons & Dragons group for adults ages 18-25! Meet every other Wednesday at 5:30pm in the library's Ellsworth Room. New and experienced adventurers welcome.

A Dungeons & Dragons group for adults ages 18-25! Meet every other Wednesday at 6:00pm in the library's Ellsworth Room. New and experienced adventurers welcome.

Anime & Manga Fans: Meet in the YA Room to discuss manga, watch anime, draw characters, and eat fun snacks!Open to teens and pre-teens in grades 5-12. Please note: In this program we may watch and/or discuss material that is rated TV-14 or unrated.…Learn More

Drop by the Children's Room to practice reading aloud to Hula, a local therapy dog!…Learn More

This series is led by local high school student Alekhya as part of the Hopkinton Public Library's Teen-Led Programs initiative. Alekhya's goal is to introduce kids in grades 2-4 to astronomy and astronautics through engaging, hands-on activities. Each session will explore a fun space topic and includes an interactive project to ignite interest about science and the stars.…Learn More

Conversation and Culture is a gathering of new and old friends who meet under the direction of a leader to focus on English fluency. Participants who choose this offering are fairly comfortable in everyday conversation but recognize the need to be more comfortable in the world around them.…Learn More

Babies birth to 18 months are invited to a special Babytime this week: Baby Prom! Put on your little one's itty bitty dancing shoes for an extra long play/social time with music, a ball pit, sensory play, bubbles, and more. Fancy clothes (or your kiddo's favorite outfit) are encouraged.…Learn More

Spend your afternoon with us at the library! Professional Gamers from One Up Games will set up consoles and Virtual Reality headsets in the Betty Strong Room for students in grades 5-12. Computers, board games, and crafts are also available in the YA Room.

Babies birth to 18 months are invited to a special Babytime this week: Baby Prom! Put on your little one's itty bitty dancing shoes for an extra long play/social time with music, a ball pit, sensory play, bubbles, and more. Fancy clothes (or your kiddo's favorite outfit) are encouraged.…Learn More

Drop by the Children's Department programming room for some family activities (i. e. chess, board games, blocks, coloring, etc).

The history of tabletop roleplaying stretches back over 25 years ago, and its popularity continues to this day. This group was started with a focus on "old school" games, like Dungeons & Dragons and other classics from the 1970s and '80s, but these days we play all sorts of games, old and new.…Learn More

Learn the basics of quilting! It's so easy, you'll make your own quilted coaster in under an hour! Though quilting is an art that can be immensely detailed, the basics are really easy to pick up. We will be using basic sewing machines. Come try it out and see why it has been a quintessential American art for generations! This program is for ages 16-adult.…Learn More

Join us for teen-only Drop-In Craft Hours in the CreatorSpace! Our CreatorSpace staffer today is Jess, our Teen Librarian! Her expertise is in general crafts. Find out more about our CreatorSpace at https://hopkintonlibrary. org/creatorspace/. CreatorSpace users must pre-register at the Reference Desk.…Learn More

Narcan is the brand name of the generic Naloxone and is a life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids. This free Narcan training will provide participants with a brief training on how to recognize an opioid overdose, when and how to use Narcan, and a free kit to take home.…Learn More

Preschool Storytellers includes a short storytime followed by play-based activities. We will start with a few songs and then Ms. Carly will read a picture book with children, inviting them to respond to the story and pictures. After this shared reading children will continue storytelling through crafts, sensory activities, dramatic play, and more.…Learn More

Intermediate Learners have mastered basic vocabulary and simple grammar and are now focused on greater comfort level in everyday conversations. At the Intermediate level, we will prioritize components of grammar, vocabulary expansion, reading comprehension, and group discussion.…Learn More

At Kids Creative Writing Club, children will have fun exploring the world of writing, imagination, and storytelling with their friends. Each meeting will include creative activities like interactive games, poetry prompts, group storytelling, and more.…Learn More

Join dungeon master Leann for a Spring session of D&D. New players welcome! Registration is required. Please e-mail Jess at jdyment@hopkintonma. gov with any questions.

Join us for the Frayed Knot Fiber Arts Circle! Bring your current project or pattern. This group is open to teens and adult of all skill levels. All fiber arts crafts (knitting, crochet, hand quilting, needlepoint, cross-stitch, finger knitting, needle felting, etc.…Learn More

Drop by the Children's Room to practice reading aloud to Hula, a local therapy dog!…Learn More

This series is led by local high school student Alekhya as part of the Hopkinton Public Library's Teen-Led Programs initiative. Alekhya's goal is to introduce kids in grades 2-4 to astronomy and astronautics through engaging, hands-on activities. Each session will explore a fun space topic and includes an interactive project to ignite interest about science and the stars.…Learn More

Conversation and Culture is a gathering of new and old friends who meet under the direction of a leader to focus on English fluency. Participants who choose this offering are fairly comfortable in everyday conversation but recognize the need to be more comfortable in the world around them.…Learn More

Drop by the Children's Department programming room for some family activities (i. e. chess, board games, blocks, coloring, etc).

Take your book for a walk with the library! Whether you're an avowed audiobook fan or audio-curious, walking is a great way to enjoy an audiobook while keeping your body engaged. This cross-town program features one walk in Milford, led by Milford Town Library's Annie Glater, and one walk in Hopkinton, led by Hopkinton Public Library's Danielle Wolber.…Learn More

Join us for teen-only Drop-In Craft Hours in the CreatorSpace! Our CreatorSpace staffer today is Jess, our Teen Librarian! Her expertise is in general crafts. Find out more about our CreatorSpace at https://hopkintonlibrary. org/creatorspace/. CreatorSpace users must pre-register at the Reference Desk.…Learn More

Join us for an evening of crocheting poppies to adorn our circulation desk with a garland for Memorial Day, and create a poppy to wear to honor our fallen veterans. Jak will take crocheters through the steps to create small crocheted poppies. Crafters should be familiar with the following crochet stitches: chain (ch), single crochet (sc), and half double crochet (hdc).…Learn More

For Ages 9+ and TeensCome learn to play Magic: the Gathering! Bring your own decks or choose from the ones provided. Hosted by Pete from Pete's Nerd Emporium.

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Embroidery samplers were a way for colonial women and girls to humble-brag about their skill with a needle and thread, especially to potential husbands or in-laws. While today we value women for more than our needlework, fiber arts is still a popular skill for people to practice.…Learn More

Introducing the National Treasures book discussion group, where we’ll read classic American literature through the ages. Revisit those high school cornerstones to see if they’re any different than you remember. Or, if you haven’t read them before, see what all the fuss is about! Books will be available for pickup at the Circulation Desk.…Learn More

Intermediate Learners have mastered basic vocabulary and simple grammar and are now focused on greater comfort level in everyday conversations. At the Intermediate level, we will prioritize components of grammar, vocabulary expansion, reading comprehension, and group discussion.…Learn More

Preschool Storytellers includes a short storytime followed by play-based activities. We will start with a few songs and then Ms. Carly will read a picture book with children, inviting them to respond to the story and pictures. After this shared reading children will continue storytelling through crafts, sensory activities, dramatic play, and more.…Learn More

At Kids Creative Writing Club, children will have fun exploring the world of writing, imagination, and storytelling with their friends. Each meeting will include creative activities like interactive games, poetry prompts, group storytelling, and more.…Learn More

A Dungeons & Dragons group for adults ages 18-25! Meet every other Wednesday at 5:30pm in the library's Ellsworth Room. New and experienced adventurers welcome.

Anime & Manga Fans: Meet in the YA Room to discuss manga, watch anime, draw characters, and eat fun snacks!Open to teens and pre-teens in grades 5-12. Please note: In this program we may watch and/or discuss material that is rated TV-14 or unrated.…Learn More

A Dungeons & Dragons group for adults ages 18-25! Meet every other Wednesday at 6:00pm in the library's Ellsworth Room. New and experienced adventurers welcome.

Drop by the Children's Room to practice reading aloud to Hula, a local therapy dog!…Learn More

This series is led by local high school student Alekhya as part of the Hopkinton Public Library's Teen-Led Programs initiative. Alekhya's goal is to introduce kids in grades 2-4 to astronomy and astronautics through engaging, hands-on activities. Each session will explore a fun space topic and includes an interactive project to ignite interest about science and the stars.…Learn More

Join Ms. Carly for a special evening storytime. We’ll sing songs to shake the end of day sillies out and read stories to wind down for bedtime. Pajamas and stuffed animals are welcome! Recommended for ages 0-5. Please register.

Conversation and Culture is a gathering of new and old friends who meet under the direction of a leader to focus on English fluency. Participants who choose this offering are fairly comfortable in everyday conversation but recognize the need to be more comfortable in the world around them.…Learn More

Drop by the Children's Department programming room for some family activities (i. e. chess, board games, blocks, coloring, etc).