New Bedford Free Public Library

A weekly arts and crafts club for middle school and high school age patrons.

Visit Youth Services to create a friendship bracelet!There is no registration for this free youth program and is available while supplies last. Hope to see you there!

Join us in creating a unique bookmark, filled with glitter, paper cutoutsand more! Keep it for yourself or gift it to someone special!

Clube Offline / Offline Club Weekly on Tuesdays at 5:30 PM Turn off the phone and come to the library. Share what you like to do and learn from others. Build community at the library!

Looking to lower your utility bills or access no- to low-cost upgrades for your home? Stop by the library during office hours to meet with the City of New Bedford’s Energy Advocate. You’ll be able to talk in-person about ways to save energy and reduce costs. Feel free to bring your most recent utility bill.Call 508-991-6193 to schedule an appointment, or drop in. The Office Hours schedule is as follows:02/10: Main02/24: Wilks03/10: Casa da Saudade03/24: Lawler04/07: Howland Green

Turn off the phone and come to the library. Share what you like to do and learn from others. Build community at the library!

A book club for busy adults! Join us the second Tuesday of every month via Zoom for a book club. Every month we will decide on what to read next!Link: tinyurl.com/NBMZoomBookFebruary - Beastie Boys Book - Michael Diamond#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A panoramic experience that tells the story of Beastie Boys, a book as unique as the band itself—by band members ADROCK and Mike D, with contributions from Amy Poehler, Colson Whitehead, Wes Anderson, Luc Sante, and more.The inspiration for the Emmy-nominated Apple TV+ “live documentary” Beastie Boys Story, directed by Spike JonzeNAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY Rolling Stone • The Guardian • PasteFormed as a New York City hardcore band in 1981, Beastie Boys struck an unlikely path to global hip hop superstardom. Here is their story, told for the first time in the words of the band. Adam “ADROCK” Horovitz and Michael “Mike D” Diamond offer revealing and very funny accounts of their transition from teenage punks to budding rappers; their early collaboration with Russell Simmons and Rick Rubin; the debut album that became the first hip hop record ever to hit #1, Licensed to Ill—and the album’s messy fallout as the band broke with Def Jam; their move to Los Angeles and rebirth with the genre-defying masterpiece Paul’s Boutique; their evolution as musicians and social activists over the course of the classic albums Check Your Head, Ill Communication, and Hello Nasty and the Tibetan Freedom Concert benefits conceived by the late Adam “MCA” Yauch; and more. For more than thirty years, this band has had an inescapable and indelible influence on popular culture.With a style as distinctive and eclectic as a Beastie Boys album, Beastie Boys Book upends the typical music memoir. Alongside the band narrative you will find rare photos, original illustrations, a cookbook by chef Roy Choi, a graphic novel, a map of Beastie Boys’ New York, mixtape playlists, pieces by guest contributors, and many more surprises.**RECOMMENDED FOR AUDIOBOOK ENJOYERS WITH A FULL CAST: Key Narrators Included:Musicians: Snoop Dogg, Elvis Costello, Chuck D, Kim Gordon, Talib Kweli, Nas, Mix Master Mike, Rev Run, Jeff Tweedy, Jarvis Cocker, Kate Schellenbach, MC Serch, Yoshimi O, Dave Macklovitch.Actors/Comedians: Steve Buscemi, Bobby Cannavale, Will Ferrell, John C. Reilly, Maya Rudolph, Ben Stiller, Amy Poehler, Wanda Sykes, Chloe Sevigny, Tim Meadows, Rosie Perez.Other Personalities: Spike Jonze, Rachel Maddow, Jon Stewart, Roy Choi, Luc Sante, Pat Kiernan, Ada Calhoun, Nadia Dajani, Ian Rogers, Kelly Reichardt, Crosby Fitzgerald, Randy Gardner. February 10th at 7pmvia zoom:Meeting ID: 853 4389 0381Passcode: 864771

Join us for Sing-Along Story Time — where songs and stories come to life!

Bring your toddler by the Lawler Branch for some stories and fun activities!

Visit Youth Services to create a Valentine's Day cards!There is no registration for this free youth program and is available while supplies last. Hope to see you there!

The Glowforge Safety Training and General Use program is not for beginners or general interest. This program is limited to adults with relevant design experience and we have the following requirements:-Ability to make your own SVG files while using a design software such as Inkscape or Adobe Illustrator -Purchase of your own Glowforge approved proofgrade blanks from Michaels, Joann Fabrics or Glowforge.com (https://glowforge.com/b/proofgrade)The library does not provide Adobe Illustrator, Inkscape, or design space instruction. The library does not provide Glowforge proofgrade materials. The library does not allow the use of non-proofgrade materials. All materials must be Glowforge products. You are expected to know how to create, manipulate, and compile vector/SVG files on your own. This class is for experienced graphic designers who have familiarity with CNC use in crafting and model design.

Make new friends by joining our Scrabble group and expand your vocabulary!

Join us for tea as we discuss our favorite authors and books. A different tea will be featured every month (with alternative teas available.) CONTACT: Wilks Library 508-991-6214LOCATION: Wilks Branch

Visit the New Bedford Main Library’s Youth Services to craft a handprint butterfly during AHA night and teens can bring home free books!Available while supplies last. Hope to see you there!

Do you like to be creative? Join us and make a fun googly-eyed heart person. It's easy andthey can be your special Valentine!

Thursday, February 12th, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PMCarnaval is here! Come to learn about caretos and mascarados. Make your own mask.

All ages are welcome for our weekly story time and craft event. No registration is required for this free program.

Get some one-on-one tech help from your friendly library staff.

Youth Services: Build with BlocksWhat can you build?All ages are welcome with no registration required.Hope to see you there!

Join us every Friday for story time filled with fun tales and crafts that sparkimagination and early learning!

Celebrate Valentine's Day with your fellow homeschool friends! This event is not hosted by the New Bedford Library.Please reach out to the organizer via Facebook for further details.

Stop by each week for a fun, self-guided craft—no sign-up needed! A new kids' craft will be ready on the table (located in the Children's Room) every Monday for you to make anytime during the week.

LOCATION: Main Library - CreateLab

We will be showing The Bad Buys 2, rated PG. Runtime: 1 hour 44 minutes

Space set up classroom style

A weekly arts and crafts club for middle school and high school age patrons.

Bring your own sketchbook and drawing supplies or use our supplies while they last!Have fun, create, and use your imagination!For ages 10+

Clube Offline / Offline Club Weekly on Tuesdays at 5:30 PM Turn off the phone and come to the library. Share what you like to do and learn from others. Build community at the library!

Turn off the phone and come to the library. Share what you like to do and learn from others. Build community at the library!

Join us for a night of community, connection, and conversation inspired by Anna Malaika Tubbs' The Three Mothers!Everyone (18+) is welcome!Much has been written about Berdis Baldwin's son James, about Alberta King's son Martin Luther, and Louise Little's son Malcolm. But virtually nothing has been said about the extraordinary women who raised them. In her groundbreaking and essential debut, scholar Anna Malaika Tubbs celebrates Black motherhood by telling the story of the three women who raised and shaped some of America's most pivotal heroes.Borrow your copy of Anna Malaika Tubbs’ The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King Jr., Malcom X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation at the New Bedford Downtown Library Circulation Desk. Copies have been set aside and there is no wait. A one month rental period will be provided to all Adult Book Club participants.Call 508-991-6278 with questions.

Join us for Sing-Along Story Time — where songs and stories come to life!

Bring your toddler by the Lawler Branch for some stories and fun activities!

Join us for adult crafts.Registration required.

Join us at Rotch Jones Duff House located on 396 County St. for story time, take home crafts, and families get free admissions. There is no registration for this free program. Hope to see you there!

Take a sweet break from your day and decorate some cookies!Ages 16 and under, with their guardians. Supplies are limited so signing up by calling the library is recommended: 508-991-6214.

Have your little one practice their reading and make a new friend by reading aloud to Lola, a therapy dog.Register for a 15-minute session by calling the New Bedford Free Public Library Francis J. Lawler Branch at 508-991-6216.Children of all reading levels welcome! CONTACT: Francis J. Lawler Branch 508-991-6216 nbed-lawlercirc@sailsinc.orgLOCATION: Lawler Branch

Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.Join us for casual and friendly book discussions.

Introduction to Google Docs,

Make new friends by joining our Scrabble group and expand your vocabulary!

Join us at Wilks for family book club with the school department's family engagement

Looking for a good book to read? Come to our book sale and find yournext book! Lots of books to choose from. See you there!

All ages are welcome for our weekly story time and craft event. No registration is required for this free program.

Get some one-on-one tech help from your friendly library staff.

Youth Services: Build with BlocksWhat can you build?All ages are welcome with no registration required.Hope to see you there!

Join us every Friday for story time filled with fun tales and crafts that sparkimagination and early learning!

All families are welcome to nature play and learn with the Mobile Trustees!

Tertúlia da Casa: An Online Discussion in PortugueseSaturday, February 21st, 12:00 PM-1:00 PMYou are invited to join our online Portuguese book club.Click here for more information

This is our monthly weekend craft club for elementary school aged children where they make a craft to take home.Meets on the first and third Saturday of every month.

Come in and make this adorable love bug for someone special! It's fun and easy to dofor all ages.

Stop by each week for a fun, self-guided craft—no sign-up needed! A new kids' craft will be ready on the table (located in the Children's Room) every Monday for you to make anytime during the week.

Bring along your current project or start a new one as you chat with fellow knitters.

Children of all ages are welcome to join us for stories and crafts.LOCATION: Wilks LibraryCONTACT: 508-991-6214

This month's read is First Time Caller by B. K. Borison! Copies are available at the Main Library circulation desk.

LOCATION: Main Library - CreateLab

Visit Youth Services for drop in paint to create your masterpiece with washable paints.There is no registration for this free youth program and is available while supplies last.Hope to see you there!

A weekly arts and crafts club for middle school and high school age patrons.

Turn off the phone and come to the library. Share what you like to do and learn from others. Build community at the library!

Looking to lower your utility bills or access no- to low-cost upgrades for your home? Stop by the library during office hours to meet with the City of New Bedford’s Energy Advocate. You’ll be able to talk in-person about ways to save energy and reduce costs. Feel free to bring your most recent utility bill.Call 508-991-6193 to schedule an appointment, or drop in. The Office Hours schedule is as follows:02/10: Main02/24: Wilks03/10: Casa da Saudade03/24: Lawler04/07: Howland Green

Clube Offline / Offline Club Weekly on Tuesdays at 5:30 PM Turn off the phone and come to the library. Share what you like to do and learn from others. Build community at the library!

Join us for Sing-Along Story Time — where songs and stories come to life!

Bring your toddler by the Lawler Branch for some stories and fun activities!

Try your hand at painting a different scene every month.Due to the complexity of some of the projects, signups are limited to ages 8+.Limited supplies; please sign up by calling the Wilks Library at 508-991-6214.LOCATION: Wilks LibraryCONTACT: 508-991-6214

Make new friends by joining our Scrabble group and expand your vocabulary!

January 22The Book Club for Troublesome Women – Marie Bostwick February 26The Adventures Huckleberry Finn – Mark TwainMarch 26James – Percival EverettApril 23Lula Dean's little library of banned books – Kirsten MillerMay 28Warmth of Other Suns (nf)June 25A train in winter – Caroline Moorehead July 23Killers of a Certain Age – Deanna RaybournAugust 27Broken Country – Clare Leslie HallSeptember 24The Pull of the Stars – Emma DonoghueOctober 22The God of the Woods – Liz MooreNovember 19Better living through birding – Christian Cooper (nf)December 17Secret War of Julia Child – Diana ChambersLOCATION: Wilks LibraryCONTACT: 508-991-6214

Have money questions? Talk to a financial planner! Sign up for a free 30-minute session by calling the Wilks Library at 508-991-6214.LOCATION: Wilks LibraryCONTACT: 508-991-6214

Portuguese Spinner: An American Story, edited by Marsha L. McCabe and Joseph D. ThomasThursday, February 26th @ 6:00 PMCheck out your book, and join us for the Lusophone Views Book Club in English.

Want to learn Magic: the Gathering or just looking for a place to play?Join us the 4th Thursday of every month at the Main Library downtown! Feel free to bring your own cards or use the Library's collection of cards and supplies donated by patrons and MagiKids.All patrons in grades 6-12 and accompanying caregivers are welcome!

All ages are welcome for our weekly story time and craft event. No registration is required for this free program.

Get some one-on-one tech help from your friendly library staff.

Youth Services: Build with BlocksWhat can you build?All ages are welcome with no registration required.Hope to see you there!

Join us every Friday for story time filled with fun tales and crafts that sparkimagination and early learning!

Join MaryEllen Cecil, Special Collections Library Assistant, for a demonstration of the features and record collections of the world's largest online family history resource that is available to patrons for free at New Bedford Libraries!Questions? Contact MaryEllen at nbmhistory@sailsinc.org

Want to practice speaking Russian? Join our online, Russian book club. Read any book you want, in any language. Then speak about it in Russian. To join, please email wilksref@sailsinc.org

Audience members are transported to the Revolutionary era during George Bakers one-hour portrayal of President John Adams. Wearing historically accurate clothing and performing songs from the period, Baker captures Adamss sharp wit, principled leadership, and deep commitment to the American experiment. A lawyer by profession, Baker brings clarity and credibility to Adamss ideas, drawing on performances delivered across the United States, including Presidential Libraries. The presentation blends history, music, and storytelling, making Adams feel immediate and human rather than distant and monumental. The program concludes with time for thoughtful audience questions and conversation.