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 from July 3-6 in observance of Independence Day.

ALL AGES PROGRAMS

Summer Reading Program
Through Saturday, Aug. 16
Children, teens and adults who sign up for the Summer Reading Program will receive a paper log to track reading and complete unique challenges. The more one participates, the more drawing tickets they will earn for the chance to win prizes. Participants can collect tickets throughout the summer. All ages are welcome to participate, including kids who are not yet reading and the adults who read to them. The library’s event calendar will list fun programs and activities happening at the library and beyond.
Important dates for the Summer Reading Program:
Monday, June 16: Registration opens
Monday, June 23: Program officially begins
Saturday, Aug. 16: Last day to log reading
Friday, Aug. 29: Last day to claim drawing tickets or a book prize
Tuesday, Sept. 2: Prize drawings (winners notified by email)

CHILDREN/YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS

Monthly Music & Movement
Wednesday, July 16, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
This children’s concert (recommended for ages 0-5) is with Stacey Peasley. Music & Movement is generously supported by the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation.

Mason Jar Garden with Tower Hill
Thursday, Aug. 7, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Participants will learn what plants need to survive, plant two types of flowers or herbs from seed and start a growing journal. This program (for ages 6-11) is led by instructors from the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill. Registration is required.

Terrariums with Tower Hill
Thursday, Aug. 7, 4-5 p.m.
Participants will learn about cacti and succulent plant care by creating a terrarium complete with a live plant, sea glass, sand, marbles and more. This program (for ages 12-18) is led by instructors from the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill. Registration is required.

ADULT PROGRAMS

Narcan Training and Community Harm Reduction
Tuesday, July 8, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Narcan is the brand name of the generic Naloxone and is a life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids. This free Narcan training will provide participants with a brief training on how to recognize an opioid overdose, when and how to use Narcan and a free kit to take home. This event is put on by the Hopkinton Board of Health in partnership with the Hopkinton Public Library.

Frayed Knot Fiber Arts Circle
Thursday, July 10, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Individuals are free to bring their current project or pattern. This group is open to teens and adults of all skill levels. Hobbyists of all fiber arts crafts (knitting, crochet, hand quilting, needlepoint, cross-stitch, finger knitting, needle felting, etc.) are welcome to join. This group meets on the second Thursday of each month. Anyone with questions, in need fiber arts materials or looking to learn how to crochet can email Jak at jmiller@hopkintonma.gov.

DCF Adoption Table
Saturday, Aug. 9, noon-4:30 p.m.
Staff members from the the Massachusetts Department of Children & Families will discuss the importance of fostering and adopting, and they will be available to answer questions, provide guidance and explain how to navigate the fostering and adoption systems.