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’s study rooms will be closed on Friday, Sept. 5, due to scheduled maintenance.

ALL AGES PROGRAMS

Puzzle Race
Sunday, Sept. 7, 1-3 p.m.
Teams will race to complete the same 500-piece puzzle first. This program is appropriate for ages 9 and up, and the maximum team size is six competitors. Registration is required. Individuals can ask to be placed on a team with other solos by contacting Adult Services librarian Dan Boudreau at dboudreau@hopkintonma.gov.

CHILDREN’S & YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS

Preschool Storytellers
Wednesday, Sept. 10, 10-11 a.m.
Preschool Storytellers includes a short story time followed by play-based activities. The program will start with a few songs, after which Ms. Carly will read a picture book with children, inviting them to respond to the story and pictures. After this shared reading, children will continue storytelling through crafts, sensory activities, dramatic play and more. This program supports the five early literacy practices and is best for children ages 3-6. Registration opens one week before the program.

ADULT PROGRAMS

Planning for Medicare
Thursday, Sept. 4, 6-7 p.m.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts presents this informational seminar about planning for Medicare. This program will be offered in hybrid format. To attend virtually, registration is required. This seminar is for those who are getting close to Medicare eligibility. Medicare can be confusing, so this seminar is designed to help instill patrons with confidence that they are making the right health coverage decisions. Topics include: Medicare Parts A and B, Medicare enrollment timeline, Medigap plans that supplement, Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare Part D prescription drug plans and plans/programs available to early retirees. This event is strictly informational. Blue Cross Blue Shield will not solicit contact information or go over product information. The library will not share patron information with Blue Cross Blue Shield.

Argue Less, Talk More
Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2-3:30 p.m.
This virtual conversation is with communication expert and trial lawyer Jefferson Fisher, who will discuss his book “The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More.” The book offers immediately actionable strategies and phrases that can forever change how one communicates. Known for his practical videos and authentic presence, Fisher has amassed more than 9 million social media followers. He is on a mission to be a messenger of positivity in the world and help people learn to talk to each other again — one conversation at a time.