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Library Corner, Oct. 29 edition

by | Oct 29, 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 Hopkinton Public Library will be closed Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day.

The Hopkinton Public Library’s Board of Trustees will hold its next meeting Nov. 18 at 7 p.m.

ADULT PROGRAMS

Coffee House: Cormac McCarthy with Sammie Haynes
Sunday, Nov. 2, 2-3 p.m.
Singer-songwriter and musician Cormac McCarthy, along with wife Sammie Haynes — a Hopkinton native — will perform as part of the library’s ongoing Coffee House series.

Coffee House: Hungrytown
Thursday, Nov. 6, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson make up the musical fusion of Hungrytown. Their music blends traditional folk with rich harmonies and intricate instrumentation.

CHILDREN’S & YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS

Horror Makeup with Little Spark Theater
Thursday, Oct. 30, 4-5:30 p.m.
Little Spark Theater presents a workshop for children ages 11-18 all about stage makeup. Participants will learn how to create realistic horror makeup for Halloween featuring blood, bruises and zombie skin.

Trick or Treating at the Library
Friday, Oct. 31, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Children are invited to wear costumes to the library and get treats at each of the service desks throughout the building.

Movie Showing: ‘The Good Dinosaur’
Saturday, Nov. 1, 2-4:30 p.m.
The library kicks off Dinovember with a showing of Disney’s “The Good Dinosaur.” This event is open to all ages. Registration is appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome. Doors open at 2 p.m. and the movie will begin at 2:30 p.m.

Dinoman presents Dinosaurs
Saturday, Nov. 8, 10-11 a.m.
Dinoman will lead children on a trip through the Mesozoic era with the help of life-sized prehistoric reptiles. Attendees will hear about the age of the earth, how it is divided into eras, how fossils are formed, dinosaur behavior and the newest paleontological finds. This program is recommended for ages 4 and up. Registration is required.

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