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Tuesday, August 1All DayCarlisle Center Park, 42 Lowell Street, Carlisle, MA
StoryWalk: Say Something by Peter H. Reynolds at Carlisle Center Park
Our StoryWalk® combines both our love of reading and the great outdoors. Peter H. Reynold's Say Something is on display from August 1st through August 12th. The pages from a children’s picture book are displayed on 14 stations along the wooded trail at the Carlisle Center Park.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 110:00 AM—12:00 PMZoom
Reading Poetry Anew
Poems for August 1, 2023Reading Poetry Anew will meet via Zoom. Please register using the "Sign Up" button to receive the Zoom invitation and poem packet by email. All are welcome! For new attendees, please click here for Mary's guide on how to read a poem: Poetry GuideDip or dive into the pleasures of poetry.…Learn More2
Tuesday, August 1All DayCarlisle Center Park, 42 Lowell Street, Carlisle, MA
StoryWalk: Say Something by Peter H. Reynolds at Carlisle Center Park
Our StoryWalk® combines both our love of reading and the great outdoors. Peter H. Reynold's Say Something is on display from August 1st through August 12th. The pages from a children’s picture book are displayed on 14 stations along the wooded trail at the Carlisle Center Park.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 21:00—2:00 PMFront LawnGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Professor Bugman's Arthropod Petting Zoo
**This event is now full. Please sign up to join the waitlist**Amazing creatures have amazing adaptations! And what better way to discover these concepts than through hands-on experiences with a whole zoo of exotic invertebrates? Join us as Professor Bugman introduces real arthropods including stick insects, leaf insects, desert beetles, giant millipedes, giant cockroaches, isopods, and a vinegaroon.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 1All DayCarlisle Center Park, 42 Lowell Street, Carlisle, MA
StoryWalk: Say Something by Peter H. Reynolds at Carlisle Center Park
Our StoryWalk® combines both our love of reading and the great outdoors. Peter H. Reynold's Say Something is on display from August 1st through August 12th. The pages from a children’s picture book are displayed on 14 stations along the wooded trail at the Carlisle Center Park.…Learn MoreThursday, August 36:00—7:30 PMHollis RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Metalsmithing Workshop for Teens: Copper Bookmarks
Design and create your own copper bookmark at this workshop led by metalsmith Heather Beck! Learn about the structure of copper, how to create drawings in metal, and how to use letter stamps to create textures and words on the bookmarks. Stamp your name or your favorite quote, or even create a beautiful landscape design! All materials will be provided.…Learn More4
Tuesday, August 1All DayCarlisle Center Park, 42 Lowell Street, Carlisle, MA
StoryWalk: Say Something by Peter H. Reynolds at Carlisle Center Park
Our StoryWalk® combines both our love of reading and the great outdoors. Peter H. Reynold's Say Something is on display from August 1st through August 12th. The pages from a children’s picture book are displayed on 14 stations along the wooded trail at the Carlisle Center Park.…Learn MoreFriday, August 410:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Summer Preschool Story Time
Join us from 10:30 a. m. to 11:15 a. m. for a fun story time. This event is chock full of interactive stories, rhymes, fingerplays, songs and a small craft. Our story time program, designed for children ages 3 to 6, promotes reading readiness and early literacy skills.…Learn More5
Tuesday, August 1All DayCarlisle Center Park, 42 Lowell Street, Carlisle, MA
StoryWalk: Say Something by Peter H. Reynolds at Carlisle Center Park
Our StoryWalk® combines both our love of reading and the great outdoors. Peter H. Reynold's Say Something is on display from August 1st through August 12th. The pages from a children’s picture book are displayed on 14 stations along the wooded trail at the Carlisle Center Park.…Learn More6
Tuesday, August 1All DayCarlisle Center Park, 42 Lowell Street, Carlisle, MA
StoryWalk: Say Something by Peter H. Reynolds at Carlisle Center Park
Our StoryWalk® combines both our love of reading and the great outdoors. Peter H. Reynold's Say Something is on display from August 1st through August 12th. The pages from a children’s picture book are displayed on 14 stations along the wooded trail at the Carlisle Center Park.…Learn More7
Tuesday, August 1All DayCarlisle Center Park, 42 Lowell Street, Carlisle, MA
StoryWalk: Say Something by Peter H. Reynolds at Carlisle Center Park
Our StoryWalk® combines both our love of reading and the great outdoors. Peter H. Reynold's Say Something is on display from August 1st through August 12th. The pages from a children’s picture book are displayed on 14 stations along the wooded trail at the Carlisle Center Park.…Learn MoreMonday, August 710:30 AM—12:00 PMZoom
Community Book Club
2023 titles:February: The Secret Servant, Daniel SilvaMarch: Sapiens, Yuval Noah HarariApril: Exhalation, Ted ChiangMay: The Night Watchman, Louise ErdrichJune: Under the Tuscan Sun, Frances MayesJuly: Dubliners, James JoyceAugust: Silverview, John le CarreSeptember: Vesper Flights, Helen MacDonaldOctober: The Tiger's Wife, Tea ObrehtNovember: In the Lake of the Woods, Tim O'BrienDecember: Heart Berries, Teresa Marie MailhotThe Carlisle Community Book Club welcomes new members anytime.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 1All DayCarlisle Center Park, 42 Lowell Street, Carlisle, MA
StoryWalk: Say Something by Peter H. Reynolds at Carlisle Center Park
Our StoryWalk® combines both our love of reading and the great outdoors. Peter H. Reynold's Say Something is on display from August 1st through August 12th. The pages from a children’s picture book are displayed on 14 stations along the wooded trail at the Carlisle Center Park.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 86:30—7:30 PMChildren's RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Stuffed Animal Pajama Story Time & Sleepover--Waitlist
**This program's registration is full. Please sign up to be added to the waitlist (in case of cancellations). ** Bring your stuffed animal for a special pajama story time at the library! Wear your pajamas, listen to bedtime stories, and make a fun story time craft.…Learn More9
Tuesday, August 1All DayCarlisle Center Park, 42 Lowell Street, Carlisle, MA
StoryWalk: Say Something by Peter H. Reynolds at Carlisle Center Park
Our StoryWalk® combines both our love of reading and the great outdoors. Peter H. Reynold's Say Something is on display from August 1st through August 12th. The pages from a children’s picture book are displayed on 14 stations along the wooded trail at the Carlisle Center Park.…Learn More10
Tuesday, August 1All DayCarlisle Center Park, 42 Lowell Street, Carlisle, MA
StoryWalk: Say Something by Peter H. Reynolds at Carlisle Center Park
Our StoryWalk® combines both our love of reading and the great outdoors. Peter H. Reynold's Say Something is on display from August 1st through August 12th. The pages from a children’s picture book are displayed on 14 stations along the wooded trail at the Carlisle Center Park.…Learn MoreThursday, August 1010:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Nature Connection Story Time (for Ages 3 to 6)--Waitlist
**This program is full. Please sign up to join the waitlist **Join The Nature Connection as we explore plants and animals and connect with the world around us in new ways – all through nature-based stories and poems! During this monthly 45-minute program for 3-6-year-olds, we will read a seasonally-appropriate story followed by fun sensory engagement activities (involving sight, sound, touch and smell).…Learn More11
Tuesday, August 1All DayCarlisle Center Park, 42 Lowell Street, Carlisle, MA
StoryWalk: Say Something by Peter H. Reynolds at Carlisle Center Park
Our StoryWalk® combines both our love of reading and the great outdoors. Peter H. Reynold's Say Something is on display from August 1st through August 12th. The pages from a children’s picture book are displayed on 14 stations along the wooded trail at the Carlisle Center Park.…Learn MoreFriday, August 1110:00 AM—12:30 PMFront LawnGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Kids' Crafts on the Lawn: Let's Make Slime! -- Waitlist
**This program is full. Please email us to join the waitlist**Join us for our next session of Kids' Crafts on the Lawn. Let's make some fun slime together!For ages 4 and up. This event will be postponed if heavy rains/thunderstorms are predicted.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 1All DayCarlisle Center Park, 42 Lowell Street, Carlisle, MA
StoryWalk: Say Something by Peter H. Reynolds at Carlisle Center Park
Our StoryWalk® combines both our love of reading and the great outdoors. Peter H. Reynold's Say Something is on display from August 1st through August 12th. The pages from a children’s picture book are displayed on 14 stations along the wooded trail at the Carlisle Center Park.…Learn More13
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Wednesday, August 164:00—5:00 PMFront LawnGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Mr. Vinny the Bubble Guy's Show--Waitlist
**The registration for this program is full. Please sign up below to join the waitlist**Mr. Vinny, using giant bubble wands designed and constructed by himself, will gather kids on our front lawn for an hour long game of watch, chase, and pop the giant bubbles! This fun event is for ages 4 and up.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 1712:00—1:00 PMZoom
Dazzling Dragonflies With The Mass Audubon (Virtual Program)
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Whether you admire their stunning colors, incredible flying skills, or ability to control mosquitos, dragonflies are worth a closer look.…Learn MoreThursday, August 176:00—7:30 PMHollis RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Fused Glass: Adult Workshop
Create your own fused glass pendants or magnets with colorful pre-cut glass in this easy, fun class led by artist Deenie Pacik Giuliano. Deenie will take the unfinished pieces to her studio to fire them in her kiln. She will mail the finished pieces back.…Learn More18
Friday, August 1810:00 AM—5:00 PMGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Teen Weekend Reading Kit
Grab a kit that has everything you need for a book-lover's summer weekend. Each kit will include a random YA novel for you to keep (genres and reading/maturity levels will vary), a craft or activity, a snack, a bookmark, and something to sip on. Registration is required to reserve your kit.…Learn More19
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Saturday, August 261:00—1:00 PMGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Close of Summer Reading Program
Our 2023 Summer Reading Program closes at 1:00 p. m. on Saturday, August 26th.
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Monday, August 287:00—8:00 PMGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Hollis RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
August 2023 Mystery Book Club
The Mystery Book Club will meet on Monday, August 28th from 7pm until 8pm. This month we will read Pattern Recognition by William Gibson. We will meet in the Hollis Room on the 3rd Floor of the Gleason Public Library and attendees who wish to meet virtually may use the Zoom link for the book club.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 2910:30—11:30 AMZoom
Take A Walk In Paris (Virtual Live Tour)
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. **French tour guide Patrick Herpe returns to give viewers a live tour of Paris. He'll be walking while ZOOMing with us to show live video of Notre Dame, the Pont Neuf, the river Seine, Sainte-Chapelle, and more.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 297:00—8:00 PMZoom
Zero Waste Kids: Birthdays, Lunches, and More with Sarah Robertson-Barnes (Virtual)
**NEW DATE: AUGUST 29TH** Due to a scheduling conflict, this presentation will be held on August 29th rather than the originally scheduled date. We learned so much from Sarah last time she was with us, we just had to have her back! This time, we'll dig into practical tips to make your children's birthday parties and school lunches eco-friendly and low waste.…Learn More30
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