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Friday, March 110:30 AM—12:00 PMGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Gleason Knitters
Welcome to Gleason Knitters! We are a group of local Massachusetts knitters and crocheters who meet on the first Friday of the month at Carlisle’s Gleason Library from 10:30 – 12:00 on the main level. We range from beginners to more experienced crafters.…Learn More2
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Monday, March 410:30 AM—12:00 PMZoom
Community Book Club
March 4, 2024: A History of Pictures: From the Cave to the Computer Screen by David Hockney and Martin GayfordThe Carlisle Community Book Club welcomes new members anytime. Members take turns suggesting a book, and because the members have different reading habits and suggest a wide range of books, everyone broadens their horizons.…Learn More
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Tuesday, March 510:00 AM—12:00 PMZoom
Reading Poetry Anew
Poems for March 2024Reading Poetry Anew will meet via Zoom. Please register using the "Sign Up" button to receive the Zoom invitation and poem packet by email (if you have not previously registered). 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 MoreTuesday, March 511:00—11:30 AMChildren's RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Play Time for Toddlers
Play Time for Toddlers is a 30-minute drop-in play time for our young library users and their caregiver. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources our library has to offer! If you have any questions, please contact Jenn at childrens@gleasonlibrary.…Learn MoreTuesday, March 54:00—5:00 PMHollis RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
1st & 2nd Grade Book Club
Have your first- or second-grader join us at the Gleason Library's 1st & 2nd Grade Book Club! Each month we'll meet in person at the Library to talk about our book of the month. After discussion, we will do a craft, activity or game. This month's book is Kondo & Kezumi Visit Giant Island by David Goodner and copies will be available to check out at the library at the circulation desk downstairs.…Learn MoreTuesday, March 57:00—8:00 PMOnlineGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
The Real Score: Unraveling Myths About Trans People in Sports
The Gleason Public Library is excited to partner with the Morrill Public Library and other area libraries to host journalist Erin Reed for a virtual presentation titled "The Real Score: Unraveling Myths About Trans People in Sports" on Tuesday, March 5 at 7:00pm on Zoom.…Learn More6
Wednesday, March 61:30—2:30 PMZoom
ArtMatters: Sculpture of Western Civilization
SCULPTURE of Western Civilization -Part 2 – from 1900 until todayUntil the modern era, sculpture was mostly municipal. It was sponsored by Pharaohs, Royalty, heads of state, churches, or local communities, with committees organized to approve project designs, and raise funds.…Learn More
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Thursday, March 74:00—4:45 PMHollis RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
5th & 6th Grade Book Club
Come for a book discussion and activity! Each month we will read a book and meet at the Library to talk about it, then we will do a short activity or craft. Registration is required; participants only need to register once for the entire school year. For students in grades 5 and 6.…Learn MoreThursday, March 77:00—8:00 PMQuiet Study RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Teen Advisory Board
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Use your voice and help the Gleason Library become even better! The Teen Advisory Board will meet once a month to discuss the Library, what you think would be most helpful to you as teens, and to just hang out with your peers to talk about school, what you're reading and/or watching, and life in general.…Learn More8
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Thursday, March 1410:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Nature Connection Story Time (for Ages 3 to 6)
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 MoreThursday, March 144:00—4:45 PMHollis RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
3rd & 4th Grade Book Club
Do you have a 3rd or 4th grader who loves to read? Have them join us at our 3rd & 4th Grade Book Club! Each month we'll meet in person at the Library to talk about our book of the month. After discussion, we will do a craft or activity. Registration is required; participants only need to register once for the entire school year.…Learn More15
Friday, March 156:30—9:30 PMGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
The First Annual Great Gleason Grown-Up Spelling Bee
The First Annual Great Gleason Grown-Up Spelling Bee will be held Friday, March 15, at 6:30 pm at the Gleason Library. 100% of proceeds from this 21-and-older event will go toward the renovation of the young children's reading room at our community's historic library.…Learn More16
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Tuesday, March 1911:00—11:30 AMChildren's RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Play Time for Toddlers
Play Time for Toddlers is a 30-minute drop-in play time for our young library users and their caregiver. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources our library has to offer! If you have any questions, please contact Jenn at childrens@gleasonlibrary.…Learn More20
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Thursday, March 211:15—3:00 PMHollis RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Early Release Day Movie (Grades 5-8)
Middle schoolers can join us in the Hollis Room every Early Release Day at 1:15 p. m. for a movie and snacks! This month's movie is rated PG and has a runtime of approx. 1 hr 22 min. Running times will vary. For grades 5-8.22
Friday, March 2210:00 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 long 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 More23
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Monday, March 257:00—8:00 PMHollis RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Mystery Book Club
Each month, we will meet to discuss the Mystery Book Club selection. Attendees who wish to meet virtually may use the Zoom link for the book club. All parties interested in attending virtually should email info@gleasonlibrary. org for the event link.
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Tuesday, March 2611:00—11:30 AMChildren's RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Play Time for Toddlers
Play Time for Toddlers is a 30-minute drop-in play time for our young library users and their caregiver. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources our library has to offer! If you have any questions, please contact Jenn at childrens@gleasonlibrary.…Learn MoreTuesday, March 261:00—3:00 PMHollis RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
COAHS MOVIE at the Gleason
Carlisle COAHS and Gleason Library present It Happened One Night (1934). Frank Capra's classic about a spoiled heiress on the lam from her father, and the gruff reporter who hooks up with her as they travel northward, engage in a series of misadventures and begin to fall for each other.…Learn More
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Friday, March 2910:30—11:30 AMHollis RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Strega Nona Story Time with Strega Mama
Join us for a special story time featuring performer, Strega Mama, as Strega Nona. Enjoy a fun pasta-filled story, learn Italian words and numbers, and sing some great songs! This program is geared for ages 3 through 7. If you have any questions about this story time, please email us at childrens@gleasonlibrary.…Learn More30
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