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Sunday, December 12:00—4:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Sunday Arts & Culture: Katherine Howe "A True Account: Hannah Masury's Sojourn Amongst the Pyrates"
Join us in welcoming New York Times bestselling author Katherine Howe, specialist in witchcraft, scrying, ghosts and piracy, back to the Duxbury Free Library! She will discuss her newest novel, A TRUE ACCOUNT: HANNAH MASURY'S SOJOURN AMONGST THE PYRATES, WRITTEN BY HERSELF, a daring first-hand account of one young woman's unbelievable adventure as one of the most terrifying sea rovers of all time.…Learn More2
Monday, December 210:30—11:00 AMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Music and Movement
Move & groove with shakers, scarves and rhythm sticks! Geared toward age 2-4. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Monday, December 211:00—11:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Music and Movement
Move & groove with shakers, scarves and rhythm sticks! Geared toward age 2-4. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Monday, December 211:00 AM—12:00 PMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
SSCAC STEM Playgroup
South Shore Community Action Council STEM Program Aimed toward preschoolers, this group serves to nurture your child's natural love of science and nature. Explore the world around you through science, technology, engineering, and math with everyday activities at your local library! Please register online at www.…Learn More3
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Wednesday, December 49:30—11:30 AMZoom
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Interview Practice
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. 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!Register Here!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, December 410:30—11:15 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Mama Steph Concert
Sing and dance with one of South Shore's favorite children's musicians! Open to Pre-K and up with an adult in the Merry Room. Registration required.Wednesday, December 42:00—3:00 PMVirtual
VIRTUAL: Unearthed: Exploring the Smithsonian National Gem Collection with Dr. Jeffrey Post
Join us for an absolutely dazzling presentation with the emeritus curator of the Smithsonian's National Gem Collection, Dr. Jeffrey E. Post as he talks about The Smithsonian National Gem Collection Unearthed: Surprising Stories Behind the Jewels. The Smithsonian’s Unearthed explores the scandals, mysteries, and human stories behind the world's greatest gems.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 43:00—4:30 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Teen Watercolor Painting
Join Pop Up Art School for a watercolor paint class. Follow along step-by-step as we paint a serene mountain landscape using watercolor
paint. Learn about atmospheric perspective and how to create a sense of the depth in
your painting. You'll create 2 to 3 smaller watercolor paintings so you can practice and
become confident when painting wet on wet and wet on dry.…Learn More5
Thursday, December 510:00—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, December 510:00 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, December 510:30—11:00 AMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Toddler Storytime
Join us for Storytime on Thursdays! Geared towards children ages 1-3. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Thursday, December 511:00—11:30 AMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Preschool Storytime
Join us for Storytime on Thursdays! Geared towards children ages 3-5. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. 6
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Sunday, December 82:00—5:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Sunday Arts & Culture Series: Alfred Hitchcock Film Studies Series "Strangers on a Train"
Are you a film buff or just interested in film? Maybe you would like to learn more? Join John Riccio, retired film studies professor from Curry College, to watch and discuss some of the films of Alfred Hitchcock. We will play one movie each month; pick your favorites or join us for all of them!John will give an introduction to each film, the film will play, and then there will be time to discuss the movie as a group.…Learn More9
Monday, December 910:30—11:00 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Music and Movement
Move & groove with shakers, scarves and rhythm sticks! Geared toward age 2-4. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Monday, December 911:00—11:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Music and Movement
Move & groove with shakers, scarves and rhythm sticks! Geared toward age 2-4. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Monday, December 911:00 AM—12:00 PMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
SSCAC STEM Playgroup
South Shore Community Action Council STEM Program Aimed toward preschoolers, this group serves to nurture your child's natural love of science and nature. Explore the world around you through science, technology, engineering, and math with everyday activities at your local library! Please register online at www.…Learn More10
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Wednesday, December 112:00—3:00 PMVirtual
VIRTUAL: On Pulse-Pounding, Family Driven Mysteries: A Conversation with Laura Dave
Join us for a captivating conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Thing He Told Me, Laura Dave, as she chats with us online about her newest book The Night We Lost Him. The Night We Lost Him focuses on estranged siblings who discover their father has been keeping a secret for over fifty years, one that may have been fatal.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 112:30—3:00 PMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
D.I.Y Finger Berets
Are your fingers feeling a little chilly in the cold? Come make them a warm winter beret, so they are ready for the winter chill! For ages 7 and Up. Registration Required. If you cannot make the program, please call us or email to release your spot for someone on the waitlist.Wednesday, December 115:30—7:00 PMZoom
Virtual Embroidery Club
Join us at Embroidery Club! On Zoom only. All skill levels are welcome. We are an easy-going group that likes to stitch and chat from home. Email Elizabeth at eellis@ocln. org for Zoom Link
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Thursday, December 1210:00—10:30 AMResource 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, December 1210:00 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 More13
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Saturday, December 142:00—3:30 PMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
DFL Writers Group
Supportive meeting for writers to discuss and share their writing projects. All adult writers welcome, any genre, any level. Email Rose at rhickey@duxbury. ocln. org for more information.
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Sunday, December 152:00—4:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Sunday Arts & Culture Series: John Muratore
Classical guitarist John Muratore will be here to serenade us with his arrangements of holiday favorites and this family friendly program will bring smiles to warm up the whole family. You don't want to miss this opportunity to see Mr. Muratore, a highly skilled musician who garners stellar reviews.…Learn More16
Monday, December 1611:00 AM—12:00 PMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
SSCAC STEM Playgroup
South Shore Community Action Council STEM Program Aimed toward preschoolers, this group serves to nurture your child's natural love of science and nature. Explore the world around you through science, technology, engineering, and math with everyday activities at your local library! Please register online at www.…Learn MoreMonday, December 163:00—4:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
The Wilds of Southern Belize - Nature Travel Talk
Located in Eastern Central America, Belize shares borders with Guatemala and Mexico. From the crystal blue ocean waters and inland to the nearby mountains, it is amazingly diverse. Wildlife along the Southern coast, and nearby rivers, includes magnificent tiger herons, fast flyers like the cinnamon hummingbird and the peregrine falcon, and large swimmers like manatees and crocodiles.…Learn More17
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Wednesday, December 189:30—11:30 AMZoom
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Marketing Plan ("Plan Your Work & Work Your Plan")
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. 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!Register Here!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 More19
Thursday, December 1910:00 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, December 1910:30—11:00 AMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Toddler Storytime
Join us for Storytime on Thursdays! Geared towards children ages 1-3. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Thursday, December 1911:00—11:30 AMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Preschool Storytime
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Monday, December 236:00—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. 24
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Thursday, December 2610:00 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 More27
Friday, December 2710:30—11:00 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
New England Animals in Winter
Brrr, winter is cold in New England! How do animals survive here? Learn about what mammals, birds, insects and reptiles do in the winter with Joy from The Joys of Nature. Live animals will be present. Open to ages 5 and up with their caregivers.
Friday, December 2711:30 AM—12:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
New England Animals in Winter
Brrr, winter is cold in New England! How do animals survive here? Learn about what mammals, birds, insects and reptiles do in the winter with Joy from The Joys of Nature. Live animals will be present. Open to ages 5 and up with their caregivers.
Friday, December 272:00—3:00 PMSetter RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Nature of the Maya World - Nature Travel Talk
The Maya civilization originated about 2600 BC and was prominent in Mesoamerica in 250AD. The Maya were known for many things including their elaborate stone buildings which often contained carvings relating to their calendar system and hieroglyphic writing.…Learn More28
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Monday, December 3010:00 AM—3:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Blood Drive
Looking for something to do as a family during the holiday season? Give the gift of a blood donation! Register for a time slot at: redcrossblood. org Questions? Email scorreia@duxbury. ocln. org
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Tuesday, December 317:00—8:00 PMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
CANCELED - Queer Adult Crafting Night
Make art and build community with an LGBTQ craft night for adults! All crafting abilities welcome. Bring a friend or make some new ones!