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Tuesday, August 13:00—4:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Heartstopper Fan Club
Learn to make the Heartstopper leaves and talk about the show before season 2 airs!Ages 12-18Tuesday, August 17:00—10:00 PMDuxbury Middle / High School71 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
CANCELED - Summer Reading Movie: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind
Watch a movie inspired by a title from the summer reading list. Come to the presentation hall at the High/Middle school and enjoy a movie and a snack. Get inspired for your summer reading with Ms. King and Ms. Meghan. Grades 6-12July 18: Selma- PG-13Aug…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 29:30—11:30 AMZoom
Online Networking Group For 50+ Job Seekers: Self-Assessment and Transferrable Skills (Morning Sessi
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 23:00—3:45 PMSetter RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Intro to Ukulele-SOLD OUT
Open to ages 8 and up. Learn the first few chords on how to play a ukulele. No ukuleles needed we can provide you with one!
Wednesday, August 28:30—10:00 PMSide LawnDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Family Movies Under the Stars: : Puss N' Boots (PG)
Come watch a free, family-friendly movie on the side lawn of the library. Bring your blankets & lawn chairs, we'll make the popcorn! July 19 Bad Guys PGJuly 26 DC League of Superpets PGAugust 2 Puss n' Boots PGAugust 9 Minions Rise…Learn More
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Thursday, August 310:00 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 Thursday from 10:00AM-12:00PM.…Learn MoreThursday, August 311:00—11:30 AMBumpus Park2-102 King Caesar Road, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Picnc Storytime at Bumpus Park
Join us for a special outdoor picnic storytime at Bumpus Park! Geared for children ages 2-4 with a caregiver. No registration needed.4
Friday, August 412:00—4:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Movie Matinee Double Feature: Space Jam and Space Jam: A New Legacy (PG)
Join us for a drop-in Friday movie matinee!BYO movie snacks!
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Sunday, August 6Closed
Duxbury Free Library
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Monday, August 710:30—11:15 AMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Preschool Lego Science- SOLD OUT
Come make Lego volcanoes for ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required.
Monday, August 73:00—5:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Anime Club
Come celebrate anime and Japanese culture. Ages 13+ Not every week will be 2 hours long. 7/3 Movie7/10 Make candy sushi7/17 Learn origami7/24 Movie7/31 Manga Talk8/7 Cosplay8/14 Trivia (w/ prizes)8/21 Movie
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Tuesday, August 82:00—3:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
1000 Books Before K Ice Cream Social
Have you participated in our 1,000 Books Before K program? Sign up for a special ceremony with graduation certificate at our ice cream social. For more information about this program and how to sign up, visit our website.
Tuesday, August 82:00—4:00 PMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
DHS & DMS Summer Reading Club
Come listen to a reading from books on the Duxbury Middle/High Summer Reading list. Eat some snacks and get excited about the summer reading titles. Join Ms. King from the school library and Meghan from the public library to do readings aloud. Grades 6 - 12We will be reading a title from each list.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 911:00 AM—12:00 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. One-on-one appointments with Sally last for 10 minutes, and will be available on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED basis.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 93:00—3:45 PMSetter RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Intro to Ukulele-SOLD OUT
Open to ages 8 and up. Learn the first few chords on how to play a ukulele. No ukuleles needed we can provide you with one!
Wednesday, August 95:30—7:00 PMVirtual
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Virtual Embroidery Club
Join us at Embroidery Club! On Zoom only. All skill levels are welcome.
Wednesday, August 96:00—8:00 PMZoom
Online Networking Group For 50+ Job Seekers: Self-Assessment and Transferrable Skills (Evening Sessi
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, from 6pm to 8pm, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 96:30—8:00 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 genre, any level. Email Rose at rhickey@ocln. org for more information.
Wednesday, August 98:30—10:00 PMSide LawnDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Family Movies Under the Stars: Minions Rise of Gru (PG)
Come watch a free, family-friendly movie on the side lawn of the library. Bring your blankets & lawn chairs, we'll make the popcorn! July 19 Bad Guys PGJuly 26 DC League of Superpets PGAugust 2 Puss n' Boots PGAugust 9 Minions Rise…Learn More
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Thursday, August 1010:00 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 Thursday from 10:00AM-12:00PM.…Learn MoreThursday, August 1010:30—11:15 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Mama Steph-SOLD OUT
Sing along with South Shore's favorite musician, Stephanie Chase for ages 0-5. Registration is required and begins two weeks before the program. Thursday, August 103:00—4:45 PMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Spongebob Painting with Cat!
Come learn to paint Bold and Brash from Spongebob step-by-step! We'll be practicing some helpful painting techniques and getting to know eachother all the while! This is a great program for people looking to make friends while having fun. :)* Registration is required for this program, and it is intended for children ages 9 and up due to the techniques being covered.…Learn MoreThursday, August 104:00—5:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Little Bee Yoga - SOLD OUT
Join Christine from Little Bee Yoga for 45 minutes of beginning yoga for both caregiver and child ages 3-6. Partner with your little yogi in super fun poses, games, music, stories, breathing exercises, meditation, and guided relaxations that help to strengthen their bodies, minds and souls.…Learn More
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Friday, August 1112:00—4:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Movie Matinee Double Feature: Sonic the Hedgehog and Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (PG)
Join us for a drop-in Friday movie matinee!BYO movie snacks!
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Saturday, August 1210:00 AM—12:00 PMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Craft Supply Swap
Have leftover yarn from a previous project? Want to get started on a new craft, but don't want to buy all of the materials? Check out our craft supply swap! Bring over your unused materials and take something new. This will be a "self-serve" program: stop by any time and take what you'd like! Like a free yard sale for craft supplies.…Learn More
Saturday, August 1210:30—11:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Mike Bent presents Little Voices Big Change Magic Show-SOLD OUT
Summer reading comes to an end with magician, Mike Bent. Registration is required and begins 2 weeks before program. Ideal for ages 5 and up and their families.Saturday, August 1211:00 AM—12:00 PMLanman RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Science Saturday Book Club
The Science Saturday Book Club is a Duxbury Free Library-run book club for adults that focuses on reading non-fiction popular science books. All are welcome! For certain meetings, we will be inviting scientists from related fields to expand upon the contents of the book and discuss their own research.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 13Closed
Duxbury Free Library
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Monday, August 14All DayChildren's RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Lego Contest Week: Build the Change
Make an invention, home or build a animal habitat all around an idea of building a better world. Open to all ages. Participants can hand in their Lego displays and write up anytime this week during library hours. Winners will receive gift cards to local stores.…Learn More
Monday, August 1410:30—11:15 AMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Preschool Lego Science- SOLD OUT
Come make Lego volcanoes for ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required.
Monday, August 143:00—5:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
CANCELED - Anime Club
Come celebrate anime and Japanese culture. Ages 13+ Not every week will be 2 hours long. 7/3 Movie7/10 Make candy sushi7/17 Learn origami7/24 Movie7/31 Manga Talk8/7 Cosplay8/14 Trivia (w/ prizes)8/21 Movie
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Tuesday, August 15All DayChildren's RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Lego Contest Week: Build the Change
Make an invention, home or build a animal habitat all around an idea of building a better world. Open to all ages. Participants can hand in their Lego displays and write up anytime this week during library hours. Winners will receive gift cards to local stores.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 151:00—2:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
CANCELED - Pineapple Project Play
The Pineapple Project is a play created by local playwrights about being who you are and having fun. Open to ages 3-8 with their caregivers. To learn more, visit here. "Boys can't be princesses!" The impetus for The Pineapple Project came out of this moment during play between Mal and Mal's niece.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 157:00—10:00 PMDuxbury Middle / High School71 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Summer Reading Movie: Pride and Prejudice and Zombies (PG-13)
Watch a movie inspired by a title from the summer reading list. Come to the presentation hall at the High/Middle school and enjoy a movie and a snack. Get inspired for your summer reading with Ms. King and Ms. Meghan. Grades 6-12July 18: Selma- PG-13Aug…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 16All DayChildren's RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Lego Contest Week: Build the Change
Make an invention, home or build a animal habitat all around an idea of building a better world. Open to all ages. Participants can hand in their Lego displays and write up anytime this week during library hours. Winners will receive gift cards to local stores.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 169:30—11:30 AMZoom
Online Networking Group For 50+ Job Seekers: Creating Your "Career Story" Pitch (Morning Sessi
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 1611:00 AM—12:00 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. One-on-one appointments with Sally last for 10 minutes, and will be available on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED basis.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 162:00—3:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Geek Gal presents: Faster Than a Speeding Bullet: A Brief History of Comics
Geek Gal presents "Faster Than a Speeding Bullet: A Brief History of Comics" Learn about the origin and history of comics and where they may be heading. Ages 8+Geek Gal is Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe's dad who took her to her first Star Trek convention as a child, sealing her future as a card-carrying geek.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 163:15—4:30 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Geek Gal presents: Demogorgon's and Xenomorphs: The Horror that Influenced "Stranger Things"
Geek Gal presents "Demogorgons and Xenomorphs: The Horror that Influenced “Stranger Things"Learn about the things that go bump in the night that inspired your favorite TV show. Ages 13+Geek Gal is Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe's dad who took her to her first Star Trek convention as a child, sealing her future as a card-carrying geek.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 165:30—7:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Author Talk: Judy Lannon "Nine Days"
Join author Judy Lannon to discuss her new book "Nine Days. " The book is getting great reviews!from the Amazon description: "One phone call upends Sara Austin’s world. Out of town for a company conference, Sara gets a call that her mother is in the hospital.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 166:30—7:30 PMSetter RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Adults Who Read YA Book Club
Do you love YA books but are out of high school? Come join our guilt-free monthly book club and talk about YA books!In each meeting, we will pick the title for the next month. Books available at the circ desk for checkout!August's Book: Truly Devious by…Learn More17
Thursday, August 17All DayChildren's RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Lego Contest Week: Build the Change
Make an invention, home or build a animal habitat all around an idea of building a better world. Open to all ages. Participants can hand in their Lego displays and write up anytime this week during library hours. Winners will receive gift cards to local stores.…Learn More
Thursday, August 1710:00 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 Thursday from 10:00AM-12:00PM.…Learn MoreThursday, August 1710:30—11:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Professor Bugman Petting Zoo
Great for ages 6-11, learn all about arthropods and get a chance to pet them! Registration required.
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Friday, August 18All DayChildren's RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Lego Contest Week: Build the Change
Make an invention, home or build a animal habitat all around an idea of building a better world. Open to all ages. Participants can hand in their Lego displays and write up anytime this week during library hours. Winners will receive gift cards to local stores.…Learn More
Friday, August 1812:00—4:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Movie Matinee Double Feature: Paddington and Paddington 2 (PG)
Join us for a drop-in Friday movie matinee!BYO movie snacks!
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Saturday, August 19All DayChildren's RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Lego Contest Week: Build the Change
Make an invention, home or build a animal habitat all around an idea of building a better world. Open to all ages. Participants can hand in their Lego displays and write up anytime this week during library hours. Winners will receive gift cards to local stores.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 20Closed
Duxbury Free Library
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Monday, August 213:00—5:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Anime Club
Come celebrate anime and Japanese culture. Ages 13+ Not every week will be 2 hours long. 7/3 Movie7/10 Make candy sushi7/17 Learn origami7/24 Movie7/31 Manga Talk8/7 Cosplay8/14 Trivia (w/ prizes)8/21 Movie
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Tuesday, August 222:00—4:00 PMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
DHS & DMS Summer Reading Club
Come listen to a reading from books on the Duxbury Middle/High Summer Reading list. Eat some snacks and get excited about the summer reading titles. Join Ms. King from the school library and Meghan from the public library to do readings aloud. Grades 6 - 12We will be reading a title from each list.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 232:00—3:00 PMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Doritos Taste Test
Do you think you know your Doritos flavors? Come see how well you can guess the Doritos flavors. Ages 12+ Registration RequiredWednesday, August 234:30—6:00 PMDuxbury Senior Center10 Mayflower Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
The Barbie Movie: An Intergenerational Discussion
Join the Duxbury Senior Center, Duxbury Student Union, and Duxbury Free Library for a captivating cinematic conversation that transcends generations! All eyes are on the record-shattering Barbie movie, an iconic film that has taken the box office by storm.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 236:00—8:00 PMZoom
Online Networking Group For 50+ Job Seekers: Creating Your "Career Story" Pitch (Evening Session)
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, from 6pm to 8pm, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More24
Thursday, August 2410:00 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 Thursday from 10:00AM-12:00PM.…Learn More25
Friday, August 2512:00—4:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Movie Matinee Double Feature: The Lego Movie and The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part (PG)
Join us for a drop-in Friday movie matinee!BYO movie snacks!
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Sunday, August 27Closed
Duxbury Free Library
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Monday, August 2810:00 AM—12:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Coffee & Questions: Library Budget Process
Join Library Trustees Lester Lloyd, Martha Dennison, and Lucy Weilbrenner, Library Director Denise Garvin, and special guests Shannon Godden and Jerry Pisani in a conversation about the library budget process. Bring questions, give us your thoughts, or just come to listen.…Learn MoreMonday, August 286:00—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. 29
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Wednesday, August 306:00—7:00 PMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Short Story Club
We read short stories about all walks of life. Everyone 18 and over is welcome. 31
Thursday, August 3110:00 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 Thursday from 10:00AM-12:00PM.…Learn More