Storytimes near GLEASON PUBLIC LIBRARY

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Are you interested in exploring poetry writing or developing your craft further? The Gleason Library will host a 4-week poetry writing workshop for adults on Thursday mornings on Zoom beginning July 9th. Attendees will share their work and give and receive constructive feedback.

Union Hall, First Religious Society (27 School Street, Carlisle, MA)

It's a beautiful day in the garden! Come on over to Union Hall and join us for a storytime with Strega Mama about a very tiny caterpillar with a very big appetite.  This program will include a storytime, songs and dances, and playful activities related to the story.

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Are you interested in exploring poetry writing or developing your craft further? The Gleason Library will host a 4-week poetry writing workshop for adults on Thursday mornings on Zoom beginning July 9th. Attendees will share their work and give and receive constructive feedback.

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Join award-winning nature writer Margie Patlak in this Zoom webinar as she takes you on a wonder-filled insect safari of common insects that you can find wherever there are green spaces. With her closeup photography, she’ll showcase the beauty of everyday bugs and talk about their surprising capabilities, including using tools, farming, doing math, recognizing themselves in mirrors, and navigating by starlight.

Clark Room, Town Hall, 66 Westford St., 66 Westford St., Carlisle, MA, 01741

Welcome to Gleason Knitters! We are a group of local Massachusetts knitters and crocheters who meet on the first and third Friday of the month from 10:30 – 12:00. We range from beginners to more experienced crafters.    In meetings we work on our current projects, discuss types of yarn/supplies, and show what we are working on.

Corey Auditorium at the Carlisle Public School 83 School Street Carlisle, MA

Ready for AMAZING magic, BIG laughs, and a one-of-a-kind experience? Prepare to be dazzled by Mike Bent's AbraKidabra Magic Show! This event will take place in the Corey Auditorium at the Carlisle Public School.  This event was brought to you

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**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. **  Take several day and weekend trips around the Commonwealth to look at some of the natural beauty and historical sites of the Bay State.

Gleason Public Library, Gleason Public Library, 22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741

Henna artist Mandy Roberge will be giving henna tattoos on the lawn at our new temporary location, 1 River Road in Carlisle. Mandy uses fresh, natural handmade henna that is safe for all skin types and is recommended for ages 6 and up, though all ages are welcome.

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Are you interested in exploring poetry writing or developing your craft further? The Gleason Library will host a 4-week poetry writing workshop for adults on Thursday mornings on Zoom beginning July 9th. Attendees will share their work and give and receive constructive feedback.

Gleason Public Library, Gleason Public Library, 22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741

Grab a kit that has everything you need for a book-lover's summer weekend. Each kit will include a random YA novel for you to keep (genres and reading/maturity levels will vary), a craft or activity, a snack, a bookmark, and something to sip on. Registration is required to reserve your kit.

Carlisle School

Come sing, dance, and groove with Sound Play Music, a music and movement group that hosts interactive storytimes for children aged 0-6 and their caregivers. Event location: Community Room at Carlisle Public School

Brick Building, 97 School St., 97 School St., Carlisle, MA, 01741

Get cozy, grab your blankie and your stuffy, and join Miss Jill for an extra sleepy pajama storytime! This author program is supported by the Friends of the Gleason Public Library. The Friends is a 501(c)(3) charitable corporation made up of volunteers interested in supporting and enhancing the programs, services, and materials available to our community through the Gleason Public Library.

Brick Building, 97 School St., 97 School St., Carlisle, MA, 01741

This month's pick is The Searcher by Tana French. Copies will be available at the Circulation Desk. The eBook and eAudiobook are available on Libby. The Mystery Book Club meets once a month. Any returning members are registered for the year. Waitlisted patrons can still read along!Location: The Brick Building, 97 School St, Carlisle, MA.

Gleason Public Library, Gleason Public Library, 22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741

Your stuffy wants an adventure! Drop them off for a sleepover at the library with Miss Jill anytime on Tuesday July 28th, and pick them back up on Wednesday July 29th after 1 pm! What will they do while they're here? Keep an eye out on our social media pages to see what they get up to after-hours! We'll have some photos posted around the Children's Room, too.

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Authors Julie Carrick Dalton and Christen Civiletto will discuss their environmental writings and what readers can do to promote the conservation of our natural resources. Julie Carrick Dalton is an award-winning novelist, environmental advocate, and climate communicator whose work lives at the  intersection of art and science.

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Are you interested in exploring poetry writing or developing your craft further? The Gleason Library will host a 4-week poetry writing workshop for adults on Thursday mornings on Zoom beginning July 9th. Attendees will share their work and give and receive constructive feedback.

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February 2nd: Article - “How Originalism Killed the Constitution”, article by Jill Lepore for The AtlanticMarch 2nd: To Explain the World: The Discovery of Modern Science, by Steven WeinbergApril 6th: Born a Crime, by Trevor NoahMay 4th: The Historians by Cecilia EkbackJune 1st: Just Kids by Patti SmithJuly 6th: Kristin Lavransdatter Book 1 (The Wreath) by Sigrid UndsetAugust 3rd: The Frozen River by Ariel LawhonSeptember 14th: The Trees by Percival EverettOctober 5th: Better by Atul GawandeNovember 2nd: The Library Book by Susan OrleanDecember 7th: Ex Libris by Anne FadimanJanuary 4th, 2027: title selection meetingFebruary 1st, 2027: Alias Grace by Margaret AtwoodThe Carlisle Community Book Club welcomes new members anytime.

Carlisle School

Swing into summer reading with the Spider-Hero! Learn how to shoot a web, hear all about Spidey's adventures saving the city, and have a chance to take your very own photo with the hero himself! Registration is required for this event. Location: Community Room at Carlisle Public School  This author program is supported by the Friends of the Gleason Public Library.