For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. Visit the library’s website calendar for event registration information. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary.

SCHEDULE UPDATES

The library will open at 1 p.m. on Dec. 12 due to professional development training.

The next Board of Library Trustees meeting is Dec. 18 at 7 p.m.

The first session of the library’s quarterly volunteer orientation will be Dec. 19 at 3:30 p.m. The second session is Dec. 27 at 10 a.m.

The library will be closed Dec. 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

ALL AGES PROGRAMS

Eyes on Owls Live Animal Show
Saturday, Dec. 20, 3-4:15 p.m.
Marcia and Mark Wilson from Eyes On Owls present a live program all about owls’ unique adaptations, habitats and behaviors in the wild. The presentation will feature live owls for the audience to observe. The program is for ages 5 and up, and children under the age of 9 must be accompanied at all times. Due to limited space, registration is required.

ADULT PROGRAMS

Red Cross Blood Drive
Tuesday, Dec. 16, 1-6 p.m.
The Red Cross will hold a blood drive at the library. Registration is at the Red Cross website: rcblood.org/3AmuYsP.

CHILDREN’S/YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS

Reverse Painting with Pop Up Art School
Saturday, Dec. 13, 2-3:30 p.m.
A professional artist from Pop Up Art School will lead a workshop on reverse glass painting for ages 12-18. Participants will learn about the history of the art form and create their own reverse paintings.

Music and Movement
Wednesday, Dec. 17, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Children can sing and groove each month with a different children’s performer. This month, the library welcomes Sound Play Music. This program, funded by the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation, is recommended for ages 0-5.