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Library Corner, Jan. 29 edition

by | Jan 27, 2025 | Featured

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 Update
The library will be closed Saturday, Feb. 15, through Monday, Feb. 17, in observance of Presidents Day.

Love Libraries Promotion
Massachusetts libraries play a vital role in ensuring all residents have equal access to information. Libraries are meeting places, community centers and resources for everyone. Patrons are invited to share what they love about their library and what critical services it provides. Photos and videos that are uploaded via lovemasslibraries.com/upload will be shared with the library community.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

Student-Led Biology Workshop
Saturday, Feb. 1, 2-4 p.m.
Led by the Young Scientists Association, this program will teach about the science of life and animals. It is suitable for students in Grades 3-6.

Puzzle Race
Saturday, Feb. 22, 1-4 p.m.
Registration is required for this program, which is recommended for ages 9 and up.

TEEN PROGRAMS

Teen Mario Kart Tournament
Thursday, Feb. 20, 2-5 p.m.
This program is run by One Up Games.

Virtual Fortnight Tournament
Thursday, Feb. 27, 6-8 p.m.
This program is run by One Up Games.

ADULT PROGRAMS

The Genealogist Is In
Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2-3:30 p.m.
Librarian Allison Keaney will be available to help with research.

Coffee House: Peregrine Road
Thursday, Feb. 6, 6:30-7:45 p.m.
This performance features acoustic music that is rooted in Celtic, English, French, Quebecois, New England and Appalachian traditions.

Narcan Training and Community Harm Reduction
Tuesday, Feb. 11, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
This program is presented by the Hopkinton Health Department.

Book Discussion: ‘James’
Thursday, Feb. 20, 6-7:30 p.m.
This discussion focuses on “James” by Percival Everett as well as “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn,” which inspired “James.” Anyone needing assistance acquiring either or both titles should speak with a librarian or email adult services librarian Dan at dboudreau@hopkintonma.gov.

Live Author Talk: Salvatore Tocco
Tuesday, Feb. 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Registration is required to receive the link for this virtual author talk with the author of “The Cardinal and the Crook.”

MEETINGS/TRAININGS

Hopkinton Public Library Foundation Meeting
Monday, Feb. 3, 7 p.m.
This monthly meeting will take place in the Ellsworth Room.

Friends of the Hopkinton Public Library Meeting
Wednesday, Feb. 5, 6:30 p.m.
This monthly meeting will take place in the Betty Strong Room.

Quarterly Library Volunteer Interest Orientation
Thursday, Feb. 6, 4-5 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 8, 10-11 a.m.
Those interested need only attend one session.

Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Monday, Feb. 10, 7 p.m.
This monthly meeting will take place in the Ellsworth Room.

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