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, and on X, @HopkintonPLMA.

Schedule Update
The library will be closed Saturday, Nov. 9, through Monday, Nov. 11, for the Veterans Day holiday and Thursday, Nov. 28, through Sunday, Dec. 1, for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.

Sign Language
Residents who want to learn American Sign Language now have access to the library’s new offering, ASLDeafined. More information is available at the library’s resources page at hopkintonlibrary.org.

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

Trick or Treating at the Library
Thursday, Oct. 31, 9 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Those who wear a costume will get a treat at each of the service desks throughout the library. Kids also can get their picture taken with the Mermaid Princess and the Spider Hero, who will visit the library from 4:30-6 p.m.

Friends Fundraiser: Photography Mini-Sessions
Saturdays, Nov. 2 and 9, and Sundays, Nov. 3 and 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
A 20-minute photo session can be booked, with the proceeds benefiting the Friends of the Hopkinton Public Library. More information and available time slots can be found at hopkintonlibraryfriends.org.

Coffeehouse with Singer/Songwriter Matt York
Saturday, Nov. 2, 1-4 p.m.
Matt York will perform songs and tell stories about the great Willie Nelson, whose long and illustrious music career has spanned more than seven decades. In both 2022 and 2023, York was nominated for the Boston Music Award for Best Country Artist, and last year, his album “Gently Used” was named one of the top albums by Worcester Magazine. Light refreshments will be served before the performance.

DCF Adoption Table
Sunday, Nov. 3, noon-4 p.m.
Individuals can learn about the importance of fostering and adopting from the Massachusetts Department of Children & Families. Staff members from the DCF will be available to answer questions, provide guidance and explain navigating the fostering and adoption systems.

Patanjali Ashtanga Yoga Classes
Monday, Nov. 4, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
The traditional style of beginner and intermediate yoga is open to ages 18 and older. No prior yoga experience is needed. Classes will include asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing techniques), dhyana (meditation) and yoga nidra (relaxation techniques).

The Genealogist Is In
Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2-3:30 p.m.
Attendees can join other amateur family historians in a casual atmosphere to share resources and brainstorm ideas for further investigation. Librarian Allison Keaney will be available to help with research, whether someone is just starting out or needs help knocking down a brick wall. Registration is not required.

Red Cross Blood Drive
Wednesday, Nov. 6, 1-6 p.m.
Registration can be found at rcblood.org/3AmuYsP.

Narcan Training and Community Harm Reduction
Tuesday, Nov. 12, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Narcan, the brand name of the generic drug naloxone, is a life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids. This free training from the Hopkinton Health Department will provide participants with brief instruction on how to recognize an opioid overdose, when and how to use Narcan, and a free kit to take home.

Women and Money Round Table
Wednesday, Nov. 13, 1-2 p.m.
In this virtual program, individuals will learn all about today’s financial markets from two women who watch it closely: financial advisors Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone.