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Monday, January 1Closed
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Wednesday, January 39:30—11:30 AMZoom
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group
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 More4
Thursday, January 410:00—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, January 410:00 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, January 410:30—11:00 AMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Toddler Storytime
Join us for Storytime on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Geared towards children ages 1-3. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Thursday, January 411:00—11:30 AMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Preschool Storytime
Join us for Storytime on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Geared towards children ages 3-5. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. 5
Friday, January 510:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Baby Playgroup
Playtime meant just for babies, and for their caregivers to connect. Recommended for children under 2 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome. Friday, January 51:00—4:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Movie Matinee: The Big Year (PG)
Join us for a drop-in Friday movie matinee! BYO movie snacks!This event is part of the Immerse Yourself series, a new town-wide initiative to create events surrounding the central themes of a book. With engaging programming for all ages surrounding the themes and topics of the chosen book, you’ll be able to “immerse yourself” in all aspects of the story through discussion, education, and fun.…Learn More6
Saturday, January 62:00—3:30 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@duxbury. ocln. org for more information.
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Monday, January 89:00 AM—1:00 PMLanman RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Merry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Resource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Setter RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Study Room 1Duxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Study Room 2Duxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Study Room 3Duxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Library closed until 1:00pm for Professional Development
Temporarily closed for Professional Development meetings with all staff.
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Tuesday, January 910:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Toddler Time
Drop in between 10:30 –12 to the Children’s Program Room for a craft or playtime just for toddlers! Recommended age 2–4 with caregiver. 10
Wednesday, January 103:00—4:00 PMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Teen Perler Beads
Relax and make perler bead creations. Make a keychain or a magnet. Ages 12-18Wednesday, January 103:00—4:00 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 More11
Thursday, January 1110:00—10:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
CANCELED - Laughter Yoga - CANCELLED 1/11
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, January 1110:00 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, January 1110:30—11:00 AMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Toddler Storytime
Join us for Storytime on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Geared towards children ages 1-3. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Thursday, January 1111:00—11:30 AMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Preschool Storytime
Join us for Storytime on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Geared towards children ages 3-5. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Thursday, January 112:15—3:30 PMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Crafternoon: Sew Your Own Bird-SOLD OUT
Come to the children's room for a craft to unwind after the school day. This week - Sew Your Own Felt Bird Grade 3 and up. Children under grade 4 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Registration Required. This event is part of the Immerse Yourself series, a new town-wide initiative to create events surrounding the central themes of a book.…Learn More12
Friday, January 1210:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Baby Playgroup
Playtime meant just for babies, and for their caregivers to connect. Recommended for children under 2 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome. Friday, January 121:00—4:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Movie Matinee: The Birds (PG-13)
Join us for a drop-in Friday movie matinee! BYO movie snacks!This event is part of the Immerse Yourself series, a new town-wide initiative to create events surrounding the central themes of a book. With engaging programming for all ages surrounding the themes and topics of the chosen book, you’ll be able to “immerse yourself” in all aspects of the story through discussion, education, and fun.…Learn More13
Saturday, January 132:00—3:00 PMDuxbury Senior Center10 Mayflower Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Environmental Racism and Environmental Justice in Boston
Dr. Lacee Satcher, professor of Sociology and Environmental Studies at Boston College, will be giving a presentation on the environmental racism and environmental justice in Greater Boston. You may have seen Dr. Satcher speak on WGBH's State of Race: Environmental Justice event.…Learn More14
Sunday, January 142:00—4:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Sunday Arts & Culture Series: Power of the Protest Song
Pamela Means is a singer-songwriter, jazz musician , activist , and educator. This family-friendly event, part-performance and part-presentation, explores the origin stories and lineages of protest songs, how their meanings and effects continue to transform through time and space, and how they have inspired--and continue to inspire--movements and cultural shifts within the realms of racial and social justice.…Learn More15
Monday, January 15Closed
Duxbury Free Library
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Tuesday, January 1610:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Toddler Time
Drop in between 10:30 –12 to the Children’s Program Room for a craft or playtime just for toddlers! Recommended age 2–4 with caregiver. Tuesday, January 163:00—4:00 PMTeen LoungeDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Finals Week Snacks
Take a break from studying and enjoy a snack!Ages 14-18
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Wednesday, January 179:30—11:30 AMZoom
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Tell Me A Little About Yourself
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, January 173:00—4:00 PMTeen LoungeDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Finals Week Snacks
Take a break from studying and enjoy a snack!Ages 14-18
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Thursday, January 1810:00—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, January 1810:00 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, January 1810:30—11:00 AMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Toddler Storytime
Join us for Storytime on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Geared towards children ages 1-3. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Thursday, January 1811:00—11:30 AMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Preschool Storytime
Join us for Storytime on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Geared towards children ages 3-5. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Thursday, January 183:00—4:00 PMTeen LoungeDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Finals Week Snacks
Take a break from studying and enjoy a snack!Ages 14-18
Thursday, January 185:30—6:30 PMDuxbury Senior Center10 Mayflower Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Intro to Pronouns
Duxbury Free Library's Community Engagement Librarian, Sam, will give a presentation on pronouns and identity acceptance as ways to care for those in our community. This presentation will be held at the Duxbury Senior Center. All are welcome to attend.…Learn More19
Friday, January 1910:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Baby Playgroup
Playtime meant just for babies, and for their caregivers to connect. Recommended for children under 2 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome. Friday, January 191:00—4:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Movie Matinee: Birdman of Alcatraz
Join us for a drop-in Friday movie matinee! BYO movie snacks!This event is part of the Immerse Yourself series, a new town-wide initiative to create events surrounding the central themes of a book. With engaging programming for all ages surrounding the themes and topics of the chosen book, you’ll be able to “immerse yourself” in all aspects of the story through discussion, education, and fun.…Learn More20
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Sunday, January 212:00—4:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Sunday Arts & Culture Series: Author Jacqueline Jones "No Right to an Honest Living: The Struggles o
Join author Jacqueline Jones to hear about her most recent book "No Right to an Honest Living: The Struggles of Boston’s Black Workers in the Civil War Era. "Jacqueline Jones is the Ellen C. Temple Professor of Women’s History Emerita at the University of Texas at Austin and the past president of the American Historical Association.…Learn More22
Monday, January 226:00—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. 23
Tuesday, January 2310:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Toddler Time
Drop in between 10:30 –12 to the Children’s Program Room for a craft or playtime just for toddlers! Recommended age 2–4 with caregiver. Tuesday, January 2311:00 AM—12:30 PMUpper LevelDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Threads of Duxbury's Past Gallery Talk: 1800s shawls
Kris Gaskin will give a Gallery Talk on Tuesday, January 23 at 11:00 on the second floor of the Duxbury Free Library in front of the display case. The Duxbury Rural and Historical Society will install a new display at the library on Tuesday, December 19.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 233:00—4:30 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Sip & Paint
Enjoy a paint night led by Pop Up Art School and have juice provided by the library. Come with your friends or family for an afternoon out. All materials provided!Ages 11-18Registration Required24
Wednesday, January 243:00—4:00 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 More25
Thursday, January 2510:00—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, January 2510:00 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, January 2510:30—11:00 AMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Toddler Storytime
Join us for Storytime on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Geared towards children ages 1-3. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Thursday, January 2511:00—11:30 AMResource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Preschool Storytime
Join us for Storytime on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Geared towards children ages 3-5. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Thursday, January 252:15—3:30 PMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Crafternoon - Perler Beads
Come to the children's room for a craft to unwind after the school day. This week - Perler BeadsGrade 3 and up. Children under grade 4 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Registration Required.
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Friday, January 2610:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Baby Playgroup
Playtime meant just for babies, and for their caregivers to connect. Recommended for children under 2 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome. Friday, January 261:00—4:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
CANCELED - Movie Matinee: Oscar Nominee Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Join us for a drop-in Friday movie matinee!Achievement in visual effects: “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” Stephane Ceretti, Alexis Wajsbrot, Guy Williams and Theo BialekBYO movie snacks!27
Saturday, January 2710:30—11:30 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Storytime with Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribe
A special story time with the Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribe. They will be reading We Are Water Protectors and handing out their coloring book. The coloring book features stories of the Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribe and is illustrated by artist and tribe member Quincy Harding.…Learn More
Saturday, January 2711:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Science Saturdays: Build a Bird Nest
Come join us in the Children's Program Room and discover the different types of materials that birds use to make their nest as you build your own. From nature to recycle materials, the world of nest building is endless! Children under grade 4 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.…Learn More28
Sunday, January 282:00—4:00 PMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Sunday Arts & Culture Series: Matt York presents Johnny Cash: Songs and Stories
New England musician Matt York is returning to the Duxbury Free Library! Matt will be telling stories and performing the songs of Johnny Cash. Watch Matt introduce the program here. It's sure to be a great time!Presented by the Friends of the Duxbury…Learn More29
Monday, January 2910:30—11:00 AMMerry RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Resource RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Music and Movement
Move & groove with shakers, scarves and rhythm sticks! Geared toward age 2-4. Caregiver presence required. Monday, January 2911:00—11:30 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. Caregiver presence required. 30
Tuesday, January 309:30—10:00 AMDuxbury Senior Center10 Mayflower Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Read Sing and 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, January 3010:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program RoomDuxbury Free Library77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
Toddler Time
Drop in between 10:30 –12 to the Children’s Program Room for a craft or playtime just for toddlers! Recommended age 2–4 with caregiver. 31
Wednesday, January 311:00—2:00 PMDuxbury Middle / High School71 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332
YA Book Cafe
Come talk about books around a theme or about whatever you are reading. During ASP period at the school library. Sign up with Mrs. King. January- BirdsFebruary- PrejudicesMarch- IdentityApril- New Books/Summer Reading