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Saturday, October 110:00 AM—2:00 PMDuxbury Fire Department668 Tremont Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
CANCELED - Duxbury Fire Department Open House
On Saturday, October 1st, the Duxbury Fire Department will have it’s annual open house from 10-2pm at the central fire station, located at 668 Tremont Street. Firefighters will have live safety and fire demonstrations, vehicle extrication, stove top fire demonstrations, and much, much more.…Learn More2
Sunday, October 2Closed
Duxbury Free Library
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Monday, October 33:00—4:30 PMTeen LoungeDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Anime Club
Come watch and discuss anime! Some weeks we will watch a movie. Grades 6+4
Tuesday, October 411:00—11:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Side LawnDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Storytime
Enjoy songs, stories, and games in the Merry Room. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Recommended age 2 and up but all are welcome!5
Wednesday, October 53:00—5:00 PMStudy Room 3Duxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Tarot Card Readings
Get your tarot cards read. Sign up for a 15 minute slot, first come first serve. Your slot could be anywhere in the 3-5 pm range, with the last slot starting at 4:45 pm. Ages 14+
Wednesday, October 55:30—7:00 PMZoom
Embroidery Classes: Stitch Along
Do you want to learn embroidery from home? Then we invite you to join us for our Stitch Along program. We will show you everything you need to know. If you already know some embroidery but want to spend some time stitching and chatting with a group, you are welcome to join!
After you register for the program, you will receive an email with the Zoom Link.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 610:00—10:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Laughter Yoga
Laughter yoga is a meditative, positive way to manage stress and enhance health. Laughing and singing exercises are done from a seated position - no yoga mat needed!
Thursday, October 610:00 AM—12:00 PMSetter RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Drop-In Knitting
Grab your current work-in-progress and join us for a drop-in knitting group! We are knitters who want to meet more knitters. People at any skill level are welcome- we are happy to answer questions and share our knowledge. Even if you don't knit, other fiber artists are welcome too!Meetings will be every other Thursday from 10:00AM-12:00PM.…Learn MoreThursday, October 611:00—11:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Side LawnDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Storytime
Join us for Storytime on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Geared towards families with children under 5, children must be accompanied with an adult caregiver. Thursday, October 62:00—3:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Tech 101 Fall Semester Class: Libby
Back to school isn't just for kids! Join Reference Librarians Sam and Elizabeth for a technology class on how to use the Libby app. Libby is a free app where you can read books and listen to audiobooks. Every Thursday afternoon from October to mid-December, Sam and Elizabeth will be teaching a class that's part of their Tech 101 Fall Semester series.…Learn MoreThursday, October 62:00—3:30 PMChildren's RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Crafternoon!
Come to the children's room for a craft to unwind after the school day. Grade 3 and up. Children under grade 4 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.Thursday, October 66:30—8:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Question, Persuade, Refer: A Suicide Prevention Training
QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer) Gatekeeper Training for Suicide Prevention is an educational program designed to teach lay and professional "gatekeepers" the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to respond. Gatekeepers can include anyone who is strategically positioned to recognize and refer someone at risk of suicide (e.…Learn More7
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Sunday, October 9Closed
Duxbury Free Library
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Monday, October 10Closed
Duxbury Free Library
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Tuesday, October 1111:00—11:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Side LawnDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Storytime
Enjoy songs, stories, and games in the Merry Room. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Recommended age 2 and up but all are welcome!Tuesday, October 113:00—4:00 PMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
YA Book Cafe
Come talk about banned books and the impact of banning books on students. It's okay if you haven't read the book! Joint program with DMS/DHS Librarian, Mrs. King. Snacks provided. Grades 6+ Books for the next month will be voted upon at the previous meeting.…Learn More
Tuesday, October 116:30—8:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Live Well, Age Well: THE GIFT OF PREPAREDNESS A Senior Center and DFL Presentation
The Duxbury Senior Center and the Duxbury Free Library present Live Well, Age Well: a Five-Part Educational Series for Adults of All Ages, about living well today and planning for tomorrow! Week 3: THE GIFT OF PREPAREDNESSLearn about financial, health, and legal documents that every adult should understand and consider, as well as about how you might leave your legacy.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 122:30—3:30 PMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Paws to Read with Sally
Come in to the Library for a one-on-one reading session with Sally, a BONES certified therapy dog! This program is intended for emerging readers to practice their reading skills with a friendly face. Geared towards children ages 6 and up.
One-on-one appointments with Sally last for 10 minutes, and will be available on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED basis.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 125:00—6:30 PMSetter RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Could Gut Health Be the Root Cause of your Chronic Pain?
Helena Jean-Louis is the founder of Femme and Feminine, Women’s Health & Functional Nutrition, LLC. She is also a Certified gut and hormones expert, Certified Professional Coach (CPC), and Reiki Master.
She will lead this workshop on "Could Gut Health Be the Root Cause of your Chronic Pain?" on the root cause of malaises such as sleep issues, anxiety and depression, weight management, acne, heartburn, hair loss, and more.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 125:30—7:00 PMZoom
Embroidery Classes: Stitch Along
Do you want to learn embroidery from home? Then we invite you to join us for our Stitch Along program. We will show you everything you need to know. If you already know some embroidery but want to spend some time stitching and chatting with a group, you are welcome to join!
After you register for the program, you will receive an email with the Zoom Link.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 126:30—8:15 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
DFL Writers Group
Meeting for writers to discuss and share their writing projects. All adult writers welcome, any genres, any level. Questions ? Please contact Rose at rhickey@ocln. org
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Thursday, October 1310:00—10:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Laughter Yoga
Laughter yoga is a meditative, positive way to manage stress and enhance health. Laughing and singing exercises are done from a seated position - no yoga mat needed!
Thursday, October 1311:00—11:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Side LawnDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Storytime
Join us for Storytime on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Geared towards families with children under 5, children must be accompanied with an adult caregiver. Thursday, October 132:00—3:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Tech 101 Fall Semester Class: Hoopla
Join Reference Librarians Sam and Elizabeth for a technology class on how to use Hoopla. Hoopla is a free app/website where you can read books, listen to audiobooks, watch movies, and listen to music.
Every Thursday afternoon from October to mid-December, Sam and Elizabeth will be teaching a class that's part of their Tech 101 Fall Semester series.…Learn MoreThursday, October 132:00—3:30 PMChildren's RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Crafternoon!
Come to the children's room for a craft to unwind after the school day. Grade 3 and up. Children under grade 4 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.14
Friday, October 146:30—8:30 PMSide LawnDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
CANCELED - The Movie Was Better
Enjoy an outdoor movie of a book adaptation. Vote on which movies to watch. Get a ballot from Meghan upstairs. Grades 6- 12. Some movies may be PG-13Movies will start after dark on the side lawn of the library.
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Saturday, October 158:30—10:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Duxbury For All Presents: The 1619 Project Course
Every American child learns about the arrival of the Mayflower in Plymouth in 1620, yet a ship called the White Lion that came to the Chesapeake in 1619 is just as important to the story of America. The 1619 Project reveals the hidden truths around our nation’s founding and construction, and the way that the legacy of slavery did not end with emancipation, but continues to shape contemporary American life.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 1510:00 AM—12:00 PMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Craft Supply Swap
Have extra yarn from an old project? Or scrapbook materials you won't use? Bring your craft supplies to the library and swap with someone else to springboard your next fall project! 16
Sunday, October 16Closed
Duxbury Free Library
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Monday, October 1711:00 AM—12:30 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Keeping Your Brain Healthy and Vibrant
"Our brains are responsible for every function in our bodies, and yet many of us might not have been taught how to take care of this precious organ to keep it in great working condition throughout our lifespan. This workshop will focus on lifestyle and dietary factors that are shown to improve brain health so you can function at your best in the present and the future.…Learn MoreMonday, October 173:00—4:30 PMTeen LoungeDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Anime Club
Come watch and discuss anime! Some weeks we will watch a movie. Grades 6+18
Tuesday, October 1811:00—11:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Side LawnDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Storytime
Enjoy songs, stories, and games in the Merry Room. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Recommended age 2 and up but all are welcome!19
Wednesday, October 194:30—5:30 PMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Paws to Read with Sally
Come in to the Library for a one-on-one reading session with Sally, a BONES certified therapy dog! This program is intended for emerging readers to practice their reading skills with a friendly face. Geared towards children ages 6 and up.
One-on-one appointments with Sally last for 10 minutes, and will be available on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED basis.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 195:30—7:00 PMZoom
Embroidery Classes: Stitch Along
Do you want to learn embroidery from home? Then we invite you to join us for our Stitch Along program. We will show you everything you need to know. If you already know some embroidery but want to spend some time stitching and chatting with a group, you are welcome to join!
After you register for the program, you will receive an email with the Zoom Link.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 2010:00—10:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Laughter Yoga
Laughter yoga is a meditative, positive way to manage stress and enhance health. Laughing and singing exercises are done from a seated position - no yoga mat needed!
Thursday, October 2010:00 AM—12:00 PMSetter RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Drop-In Knitting
Grab your current work-in-progress and join us for a drop-in knitting group! We are knitters who want to meet more knitters. People at any skill level are welcome- we are happy to answer questions and share our knowledge. Even if you don't knit, other fiber artists are welcome too!Meetings will be every other Thursday from 10:00AM-12:00PM.…Learn MoreThursday, October 2011:00—11:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Side LawnDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
CANCELED - Storytime
Join us for Storytime on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Geared towards families with children under 5, children must be accompanied with an adult caregiver. Thursday, October 202:00—3:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Tech 101 Fall Semester Class: Mango Languages
Join Reference Librarians Sam and Elizabeth for a technology class on how to use Mango. Mango Languages is a free language-learning website/app. Choose from dozens of languages or brush up on old skills!
Every Thursday afternoon from October to mid-December, Sam and Elizabeth will be teaching a class that's part of their Tech 101 Fall Semester series.…Learn MoreThursday, October 202:00—3:30 PMChildren's RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Crafternoon!
Come to the children's room for a craft to unwind after the school day. Grade 3 and up. Children under grade 4 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.21
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Sunday, October 23Closed
Duxbury Free Library
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Monday, October 243:00—4:30 PMTeen LoungeDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Anime Club
Come watch and discuss anime! Some weeks we will watch a movie. Grades 6+Monday, October 246:00—8:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Knitting Night
A night of knitting. .. or weaving, spinning, or any other fiber craft! All skill levels are welcome. No registration required. 25
Tuesday, October 259:30—10:00 AMDuxbury Senior Center10 Mayflower Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Read Sing Play at Senior Center
Join us for Storytime at the Senior Center! Recommended for ages 2 and up, but all are welcome. No registration required.Tuesday, October 2511:00—11:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Side LawnDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Storytime
Enjoy songs, stories, and games in the Merry Room. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Recommended age 2 and up but all are welcome!Tuesday, October 253:00—5:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Interactive Hocus Pocus
Come see Hocus Pocus like you never have before! Become a part of the movie by interacting along with the actors. Script and materials provided. Movie rated PG. All ages. Tuesday, October 256:30—8:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Live Well, Age Well: CREATING YOUR SUPPORT CIRCLE - A Senior Center and DFL Presentation
The Duxbury Senior Center and the Duxbury Free Library present Live Well, Age Well: a Five-Part Educational Series for Adults of All Ages, about living well today and planning for tomorrow! Week 4: CREATING YOUR SUPPORT CIRCLEWe all need support at some time, regardless of age.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 2610:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Craftapalooza!
Come to the children's room for a buffet of casual relaxed crafts to unwind after the school day. Ok to bring a nut free snack & we will have some treats too. Grade 3 and up.Wednesday, October 265:30—7:00 PMZoom
Embroidery Classes: Stitch Along
Do you want to learn embroidery from home? Then we invite you to join us for our Stitch Along program. We will show you everything you need to know. If you already know some embroidery but want to spend some time stitching and chatting with a group, you are welcome to join!
After you register for the program, you will receive an email with the Zoom Link.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 267:00—8:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Keeping Your Brain Healthy and Vibrant
"Our brains are responsible for every function in our bodies, and yet many of us might not have been taught how to take care of this precious organ to keep it in great working condition throughout our lifespan. This workshop will focus on lifestyle and dietary factors that are shown to improve brain health so you can function at your best in the present and the future.…Learn More27
Thursday, October 2710:00—10:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Laughter Yoga
Laughter yoga is a meditative, positive way to manage stress and enhance health. Laughing and singing exercises are done from a seated position - no yoga mat needed!
Thursday, October 2710:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Craftapalooza!
Come to the children's room for a buffet of casual relaxed crafts to unwind after the school day. Ok to bring a nut free snack & we will have some treats too. Grade 3 and up.Thursday, October 2711:00—11:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Side LawnDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Storytime
Join us for Storytime on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Geared towards families with children under 5, children must be accompanied with an adult caregiver. Thursday, October 272:00—3:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Tech 101 Fall Semester Class: Kanopy
Join Reference Librarians Sam and Elizabeth for a technology class on how to use Kanopy. Kanopy is a free website/app where you can watch movies and documentaries. Every Thursday afternoon from October to mid-December, Sam and Elizabeth will be teaching a class that's part of their Tech 101 Fall Semester series.…Learn MoreThursday, October 277:00—8:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
A South African Perspective on Racism w/ Stewart Ting Chong
Norwell resident, Stewart Ting Chong, shares his experience growing up in South Africa and his work in the anti-apartheid movement. Please join us for this important, fascinating and enlightening presentation, co-presented with Duxbury For All. &n…Learn More28
Friday, October 2811:00—11:30 AMNathaniel Winsor House479 Washington Street, Duxbury
Monster Tea Party with DHRS
Join us for a special outdoor Monster Tea Party Storytime at Nathaniel Winsor House. Ice cream and cookies served! Recommended age 2 and up but all are welcome. No registration needed. 479 Washington Street29
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Sunday, October 301:00—2:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Sunday Arts and Culture Series: The Ghosts of the South Coast (and South Shore) w/ Tim Weisberg
The Ghosts of the SouthCoast: from the spirits of British loyalists in Wareham's Fearing Tavern to the ghastly goings-on at the Lizzie Borden Bed & Breakfast in Fall River, this talk will examine some of the SouthCoast's most infamous ghost stories.…Learn More31
Monday, October 313:00—4:00 PMTeen LoungeDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Anime Club
Come watch and discuss anime! Some weeks we will watch a movie. Grades 6+