June 2022

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Wednesday, June 15:00—6:30 PMZoom

Bodies in the Library - Mystery Writer's Group with Seven Bridge Writers' Collaborative

Bodies in the Library - Mystery Writer's Group with Seven Bridge Writers' CollaborativeMystery Writers Critique Group, in collaboration with and hosted by the Seven Bridges Writing Cooperative. For questions and to sign up, please contact 7bridgewriterscollaborative@gmail. com. Are you writing a mystery? A thriller or suspense novel? Are you thinking about writing one? Join this group for helpful advice and encouragement from others who love all forms of mystery genre! Meets every other Wednesday afternoon, 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.…Learn More

Wednesday, June 17:00—8:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Katie's GardenGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Plant Powered Group

Plant Powered GroupPlease note that signing up for this group once will sign you up for the whole series. You do not need to register for each instance. Thank you. Interested in exploring plant-based eating? Trying to include more fruits and vegetables in your diet? Want to expand your vegetarian or vegan options? Join a group of Groton area locals to discuss plant-based eating each month.…Learn More
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Thursday, June 21:30—3:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

IN PERSON: GPL Knitting Group

GPL Knitting & Crochet GroupKnitting & Crochet Group meets weekly, Thursdays, 1:30-3:30pm. Other Handcrafts are welcome. Self-directed work on our own projects. Open to All. No need to sign up in advance -- just come! Hosted by GPL Librarian Susanne Olson.  Come with your latest project.…Learn More

Thursday, June 27:00—8:00 PMZoom

A Playground for Empire: Cuba

Join GPL and Tim Weed for a peek at Cuba's complex history. The Spanish-American war of 1898 ended Spain’s four hundred year rule of Cuba. Cuba became a U. S. protectorate and decades of instability followed, culminating in Batista’s military dictatorship.…Learn More
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Friday, June 33:30—4:30 PMZoom

YA Game Club Zoom: Among Us (Grades 6-12)

YA Game Club Zoom: Among Us (Grades 6-12)Teen Zoom We play Among Us and chat together on Zoom. For grades 6-12. Please sign up with your email, or email teens@gpl. org for the meeting information. GPL Staff have taken precautions to protect the privacy and content of all library-hosted virtual events, but are unable to guarantee complete safety on third-party sites.…Learn More
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Sunday, June 53:00—4:15 PMZoom

Lifelong Learning: American Art Series with Culturally Curious

Jan 9 - Edward Hopper: Sunlight and SolitudeWhether it is a bustling city or a Cape Cod beach, Edward Hopper’s iconic paintings capture a feeling of stillness and quiet tension. Learn more about Hopper’s career, early influences and how his work relates to the work of other artists from the same generation.…Learn More
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Tuesday, June 7All DayLibraryGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Trivia Tuesday

Trivia TuesdayGPL's weekly virtual trivia tournament!Answer different themed trivia questions each week. Signing up for this event signs you up for the entire series and allows for the questions to be emailed to you.

Tuesday, June 7All DayCirculationGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Spice Club - Mustard

Spice Club - MustardJoin us for our Spice Club! Pick up any time after the published start date. Samples available for the duration of the listed month. Each month will feature a different spice or spice mix from around the world. The spice kit will include a small amount of the spice, some recipes, and a bit of history or context around the spice's use around the world.…Learn More

Tuesday, June 74:00—5:30 PMZoom

Minecraft Meet-Up (Grades 5-10)

Minecraft Meet-Up (Grades 5-10)Minecraft enthusiasts get together for friendly play on our library server and chat together on Zoom while they play. You must have your own Java Minecraft account in order to play. Once a player had been added to our Whitelist they may access the server and play at any time.…Learn More

Tuesday, June 74:00—5:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

LEGO Spike for Grades 3-6

LEGO Spike for Grades 3-6Kids in grades 3 through 5 will learn about building with LEGO Spike Essential and Prime to create STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education goals. The program will be a mix of focused lessons and code. Along with this the students will develop invaluable approaches to critical thinking and problem-solving.…Learn More

Tuesday, June 74:30—5:15 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Book Worms for Grades 4 & 5

Book Worms for Grades 4 & 5Come have fun reading and discussing great books with friends!Book Worms meets in person the 1st Tuesday of every month, 4:30-5:15 pm.  Space is limited so please sign up! Hybrid option (if unable to come to the meeting you can opt to use zoom and attend virtually).…Learn More

Tuesday, June 75:15—5:45 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Comics Club (Grades 3-5)

Comics Club (Grades 3-5)Do you love to draw and/or read comics and graphic novels? Come join Comics Club and draw, write and create your own comics or graphic novels. Bring your own project to work on or start a new one! Bring some graphic novels that you love to share with the group or read on your own.…Learn More

Tuesday, June 76:00—8:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Mental Health Matters - A presentation for students and adults

Mental Health Matters - A presentation for students and adultsJoin us to learn more about mental health and why it matters, in this student led presentation complete with surveys.   Attendees will be invited to make their own "M. H. M. " keychains after the presentation.   You do not need to register for this event.

Tuesday, June 77:00—8:00 PMZoom

Spanish Conversation Group

Please note that this group has decided to remain virtual for the time beingHablas espanol? Spanish Conversation Group Venga y practica su espanol! Group leader, Veronica Mazzu, is a native Spanish speaker from Chile and a public school Spanish teacher in Southborough.…Learn More

Tuesday, June 77:00—8:15 PMZoom

The Unknown Transcontinental Railroad

Scandals and back door politics ran rampant during the building of the transcontinental railroad between 1862 and 1869. Justin Lambrecht of the National Railroad Museum examines how the series "Hell On Wheels" is similar and different from the actual experiences faced by the real folks who built the railroad.…Learn More
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Tuesday, June 7All DayCirculationGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Spice Club - Mustard

Spice Club - MustardJoin us for our Spice Club! Pick up any time after the published start date. Samples available for the duration of the listed month. Each month will feature a different spice or spice mix from around the world. The spice kit will include a small amount of the spice, some recipes, and a bit of history or context around the spice's use around the world.…Learn More

Wednesday, June 84:00—4:15 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Read to Shiver

Read to ShiverChildren gain confidence by reading aloud to a non-judgmental, friendly dog! Shiver is certified through the Pets & People Foundation. Wednesdays, 4-4:45 pm. Sign up online for ONE 15-minute slot PER MONTH.  

Wednesday, June 84:15—4:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Read to Shiver

Read to ShiverChildren gain confidence by reading aloud to a non-judgmental, friendly dog! Shiver is certified through the Pets & People Foundation. Wednesdays, 4-4:45 pm. Sign up online for ONE 15-minute slot PER MONTH.  

Wednesday, June 84:30—4:45 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Read to Shiver

Read to ShiverChildren gain confidence by reading aloud to a non-judgmental, friendly dog! Shiver is certified through the Pets & People Foundation. Wednesdays, 4-4:45 pm. Sign up online for ONE 15-minute slot PER MONTH.  

Wednesday, June 86:00—8:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

LGBTQ+ Hang Out with OUT MetroWest (Grades 6-12)

LGBTQ+ Hang Out with OUT MetroWest (Grades 6-12)OUT MetroWest welcomes LGBTQ+ youth in middle school and high school to join us for ice breakers, games, and hang out time!🎲🧊🤩 No registration is not required but appreciated, and  please note that we are requiring KN95 or similar/better face masks (we have them, if you need one!) and proof of vaccination (bring either CDC vaccination card and ID or vaccination app)😷.…Learn More

Wednesday, June 87:00—8:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
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Great Books Discussion Group

Great Books Discussion GroupPlease note that signing up for this group once will sign you up for the whole series. You do not need to register for each instance. Thank you. This is a structured group that follows the Great Books program. Each month the group has focused discussions on a limited number of readings from the designated book.…Learn More
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Tuesday, June 7All DayCirculationGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Spice Club - Mustard

Spice Club - MustardJoin us for our Spice Club! Pick up any time after the published start date. Samples available for the duration of the listed month. Each month will feature a different spice or spice mix from around the world. The spice kit will include a small amount of the spice, some recipes, and a bit of history or context around the spice's use around the world.…Learn More

Thursday, June 91:30—3:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

IN PERSON: GPL Knitting Group

GPL Knitting & Crochet GroupKnitting & Crochet Group meets weekly, Thursdays, 1:30-3:30pm. Other Handcrafts are welcome. Self-directed work on our own projects. Open to All. No need to sign up in advance -- just come! Hosted by GPL Librarian Susanne Olson.  Come with your latest project.…Learn More

Thursday, June 96:00—7:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Robotics Battle-bots Challenge (Grade 5-10)

Robotics Battle-bots Challenge (Grade 5-10)Create a battle ready robot using Lego Mindstorms EV3 kits and compete for prizes. Grades 5-10.

Thursday, June 97:00—8:00 PMZoom

Adolescent Psychology: The Parent Version

Learn how the brain affects your teen’s behavior. It is the battle of the thinking brain VS the feeling brain. Learn Effective strategies for arguing-The Four Ways Of Fighting. Develop effective strategies for keeping your teen safe as they explore the new world of teen life.…Learn More
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Tuesday, June 7All DayCirculationGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Spice Club - Mustard

Spice Club - MustardJoin us for our Spice Club! Pick up any time after the published start date. Samples available for the duration of the listed month. Each month will feature a different spice or spice mix from around the world. The spice kit will include a small amount of the spice, some recipes, and a bit of history or context around the spice's use around the world.…Learn More
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Tuesday, June 14All DayLibraryGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Trivia Tuesday

Trivia TuesdayGPL's weekly virtual trivia tournament!Answer different themed trivia questions each week. Signing up for this event signs you up for the entire series and allows for the questions to be emailed to you.

Tuesday, June 1410:30—11:15 AMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

CANCELED - Stories, Songs, & Crafts with the Family Partnership Center

Stories, Songs & Crafts with the Family Partnership Center. Ages 0-5. 6 Tuesdays 10:30-11:15 am: Jan 11 & 25; Feb. 8; Mar 1, 15 & 29. The FPC offers storytime literacy through stories, songs, fingerplay and a related art activity. Registration is required for each event.

Tuesday, June 144:00—5:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

LEGO Spike for Grades 3-5

LEGO Spike for Grades 3-5Kids in grades 3 through 5 will learn about building with LEGO Spike Essential and Prime to create STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education goals. The program will be a mix of focused lessons and code. Along with this the students will develop invaluable approaches to critical thinking and problem-solving.…Learn More

Tuesday, June 147:00—8:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Library Trustees Meeting

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. Open to the Public.  The Meeting agenda is posted on the Town's Public Meeting Calendar: https://www. grotonma. gov/events/

Tuesday, June 147:00—8:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

(Not So) Elementary: The Popularity of Sherlock Holmes (IN PERSON)

The recent spate of Sherlock Holmes movies, television shows, and literary adaptations indicate the Great Detective is alive and well in the 21st century. Holmes is the most portrayed literary character of all time, with over 230 film versions alone in several different languages.…Learn More
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Wednesday, June 155:00—6:30 PMZoom

Bodies in the Library - Mystery Writer's Group with Seven Bridge Writers' Collaborative

Bodies in the Library - Mystery Writer's Group with Seven Bridge Writers' CollaborativeMystery Writers Critique Group, in collaboration with and hosted by the Seven Bridges Writing Cooperative. For questions and to sign up, please contact 7bridgewriterscollaborative@gmail. com. Are you writing a mystery? A thriller or suspense novel? Are you thinking about writing one? Join this group for helpful advice and encouragement from others who love all forms of mystery genre! Meets every other Wednesday afternoon, 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.…Learn More

Wednesday, June 156:30—8:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

CANCELED - Party Bridge Game Time

Party Bridge Game TimeMiss playing bridge in person with real people? Come play informal/party/contract/rubber bridge and have fun with fellow card players. All skill levels familiar with the game and SAYC are welcome.  No pairs/partners required--tables will be set up depending on the number of players present.…Learn More

Wednesday, June 157:00—8:00 PMTown Field99A Main St., Behind the Library, Groton, MA, 01450

Wish It Lasted Forever: Dan Shaughnessy Discusses the Larry Bird Celtics

Wish It Lasted Forever: Dan Shaughnessy Discusses the Larry Bird CelticsLocation Changed to the Town Field behind the Library at the Gazebo! Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy beautiful weather AND talk about basketball!Groton native, Boston Globe editor, and sports columnist, Dan Shaughnessy visits Groton IN PERSON to discuss his new book, Wish It Lasted Forever: Life with the Larry Bird Celtics.…Learn More
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Thursday, June 1610:30—11:00 AMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Strega Mama presents Juneteenth For Mazie Storytime for Preschoolers

Strega Mama presents Juneteenth For Mazie Storytime for PreschoolersJoin Strega Mama and celebrate Juneteenth with at storytime with the story Juneteenth for Mazie by Floyd Cooper!Geared toward Preschoolers, sibling welcome. Please register. Generously sponsored by the GPL Endowment Trust.  

Thursday, June 1611:30 AM—3:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Sibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Llama Lounge (Grades 5-8)

The Library welcomes middle school students on GDRMS half-days. Sibley Hall offers tables and chairs, computers and electronic games, board games, an art cart and crafts. The Community Room is set up with tables and chairs, and games as well. Drop in for a little while or for the afternoon.…Learn More

Thursday, June 161:30—3:30 PMHistorical RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

IN PERSON: GPL Knitting Group

GPL Knitting & Crochet GroupKnitting & Crochet Group meets weekly, Thursdays, 1:30-3:30pm. Other Handcrafts are welcome. Self-directed work on our own projects. Open to All. No need to sign up in advance -- just come! Hosted by GPL Librarian Susanne Olson.  Come with your latest project.…Learn More

Thursday, June 167:00—8:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Mad About Mystery Book Group

This group reads a wide variety of works in the crime and mystery genre. To reserve your copy of each month's book email circulation@gpl. org. All groups will meet in person during Fall 2021. However, the library WILL continue offering virtual access to all groups upon request.…Learn More
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Friday, June 173:00—4:30 PMZoom

YA Game Club Zoom: Among Us (Grades 6-12)

YA Game Club Zoom: Among Us (Grades 6-12)Teen Zoom We play Among Us and chat together on Zoom. For grades 6-12. Please sign up with your email, or email teens@gpl. org for the meeting information. GPL Staff have taken precautions to protect the privacy and content of all library-hosted virtual events, but are unable to guarantee complete safety on third-party sites.…Learn More

Friday, June 173:30—4:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Rising Writers (Grades 5-8)

Rising Writers  (Grades 5-8)Do you love to write? If so, Rising Writers is the club for you! Rising Writers is a student led  group  where young writers can share, create, and discuss their work. The club is a safe, non-judgemental space, and all writing forms are welcome.…Learn More
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Monday, June 206:00—7:00 PMZoom

Annette Gordon-Reed: On Juneteenth

Annette Gordon-Reed: On JuneteenthGroton Public Library is happy to share the following event put on by the Boston Public Library, the State Library of Massachusetts, and the GBH Forum Network. To Sign up, visit https://wgbh. zoom. us/webinar/register/3016517770887/WN_agBpOhdFSVSiy4-eZS5RnQFor this Pulitzer and National Book Award-winning historian, also a proud Texas native and descendant of Texas slaves, the story of Juneteenth has special resonance.…Learn More
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Tuesday, June 21All DayLibraryGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Trivia Tuesday

Trivia TuesdayGPL's weekly virtual trivia tournament!Answer different themed trivia questions each week. Signing up for this event signs you up for the entire series and allows for the questions to be emailed to you.

Tuesday, June 2110:00 AM—4:30 PMChildren's RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Drop-in Craft

Drop-in Craft time. Stop in to do a craft related to our Summer Reading theme!Generously sponsored by the GPL Endowment Trust.

Tuesday, June 212:00—4:00 PMZoom

Minecraft Meet-Up (Grades 5-10)

Minecraft Meet-Up (Grades 5-10)Minecraft enthusiasts get together for friendly play on our library server and chat together on Zoom while they play. You must have your own Java Minecraft account in order to play. Once a player had been added to our Whitelist they may access the server and play at any time.…Learn More

Tuesday, June 214:00—5:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

LEGO Club

LEGO® Club. For Ages 5-12. Meets the3rd Tuesday of the, 4-5 pm. Registration is required. We supply the LEGOs, tables, & space—you supply the imagination!…Learn More

Tuesday, June 214:00—5:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

LEGO Spike for Grades 3-5

LEGO Spike for Grades 3-5Kids in grades 3 through 5 will learn about building with LEGO Spike Essential and Prime to create STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education goals. The program will be a mix of focused lessons and code. Along with this the students will develop invaluable approaches to critical thinking and problem-solving.…Learn More

Tuesday, June 216:00—8:00 PMZoom

Monthly Writer' Critique Group with Seven Bridge Writers' Collaborative

Monthly Writer' Critique Group with Seven Bridge Writers' CollaborativeSeven Bridges Writers Cooperative hosts this Monthly Writing Critique Group for All Genre Writers. The group will meet the Third Tuesday of every month as a virtual meeting from 6 to 8 pm. To register and participate, contact Seven Bridge Writers Cooperative at 7bridgewriterscollaborative@gmail.…Learn More

Tuesday, June 217:00—8:00 PMZoom

CANCELED - Spanish Conversation Group

Please note that this group has decided to remain virtual for the time beingHablas espanol? Spanish Conversation Group Venga y practica su espanol! Group leader, Veronica Mazzu, is a native Spanish speaker from Chile and a public school Spanish teacher in Southborough.…Learn More

Tuesday, June 217:00—8:30 PMTown Field99A Main St., Behind the Library, Groton, MA, 01450

Celebrating Strong Roots: Exploring America's African Roots Through Music and Dance

Celebrating Strong Roots: Exploring America's African Roots Through Music and DanceFrom Pop/Rock/Neo-Soul music to Tap dance/Charleston and Lindy Hop, categorization has been seemingly simple but how familiar are you with how the origins overlap? Join pianist/composer Kevin Harris, dancer/choreographer Ricardo Foster, and drummer Tyson Jackson for an outdoor performance to celebrate the legacy and resilience of Black Culture through music and dance.…Learn More
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Wednesday, June 2211:00 AM—12:00 PMZoom

Landscaping and Gardening for Wildlife via Zoom

Sign up for this event here: https://us02web. zoom. us/webinar/register/6416540365804/WN_L-IR7PMtR5SYFOtpiV9YNADo you have a true green thumb? Meaning, are you taking into account the complete ecosystem around the land you care for? Learn how you can support local species by utilizing wildlife-friendly gardening practices in your home, business, and community settings.…Learn More

Wednesday, June 222:00—2:15 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Read to Blitzen

Read to BlitzenChildren gain confidence by reading aloud to a non-judgmental, friendly dog! Blitzen is certified through the Pets & People Foundation. Sign up online for ONE 15-minute slot PER MONTH.  

Wednesday, June 222:15—2:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Read to Blitzen

Read to BlitzenChildren gain confidence by reading aloud to a non-judgmental, friendly dog! Blitzen is certified through the Pets & People Foundation. Sign up online for ONE 15-minute slot PER MONTH.  

Wednesday, June 222:30—2:45 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Read to Blitzen

Read to BlitzenChildren gain confidence by reading aloud to a non-judgmental, friendly dog! Blitzen is certified through the Pets & People Foundation. Sign up online for ONE 15-minute slot PER MONTH.  

Wednesday, June 223:00—6:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Foreign Film Favorites

Please note that signing up for this group once will sign you up for the whole series. You do not need to register for each instance. Thank you. Explore cultures from around the world through award-winning, internationally produced films. Gather with others to watch the film and then stick around for a lively discussion after! September 22 – Roma (Mexico) October 20 – Cinema Paradiso (Italy)  November 17 – Hunt for the Wilderpeople (New Zealand)  December 15 – Jean de Florette (France)  January 19 – About Elly (Iran) February 16 – Gloria (Chile) March 23 – The Lunchbox (India)April 20 – Manon of the Spring (France)May 18 – Raise the Red Lantern (China) June 22 - I Am Not a Witch (Zambia) Sponsored by the Groton Public Library Endowment Trust.…Learn More

Wednesday, June 226:00—8:00 PMZoom

CANCELED - Monthly Writer' Critique Group with Seven Bridge Writers' Collaborative

Monthly Writer' Critique Group with Seven Bridge Writers' CollaborativeSeven Bridges Writers Cooperative hosts this Monthly Writing Critique Group for All Genre Writers. The group will meet the fourth Wednesday of every month as a virtual meeting from 6 to 8 pm.  To register and participate, contact Seven Bridge Writers Cooperative at 7bridgewriterscollaborative@gmail.…Learn More

Wednesday, June 226:30—8:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Felting a Fire-pit with Rachel Benson (Grades 6-12)

Felting a Fire-pit with Rachel Benson (Grades 6-12) Rachel Benson will be here to guide us in the creation of this delightful felt fire pit around a tea light. No experience is necessary and all supplies and instructions will be provided!Grades 6-12
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Thursday, June 2311:00 AM—12:00 PMZoom

Perennial Gardening via Zoom

Sign up for this program here: https://us02web. zoom. us/webinar/register/7016540368953/WN_K23geRbWRMKQ4jEC_durtgPerennials are the workhorses of the garden with most coming back year after year. With a little know-how you can keep your garden in bloom for most of the season.…Learn More

Thursday, June 231:30—3:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

IN PERSON: GPL Knitting Group

GPL Knitting & Crochet GroupKnitting & Crochet Group meets weekly, Thursdays, 1:30-3:30pm. Other Handcrafts are welcome. Self-directed work on our own projects. Open to All. No need to sign up in advance -- just come! Hosted by GPL Librarian Susanne Olson.  Come with your latest project.…Learn More

Thursday, June 236:00—8:30 PMKatie's GardenGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Sibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Foraging and Fire with Tim Swanson of Owl Eyes Wilderness Survival (Grade 6-12)

Foraging and Fire with Tim Swanson of Owl Eyes Wilderness Survival (Grade 6-12)What is there to eat in the woods? Every season and landscape offers unique and nutritious plants to eat and prepare as medicine!  We will meet in Sibley Hall and then we'll go on a walk on the Rail Trail with Tim Swanson of Owl Eyes Wilderness Survival and learn about the most local, organic, and free food in our area!  Tim will talk about foraging ethics, safety guidelines, wild plant identification techniques, varieties of edible plants, plant family commonalities and respectful harvesting.…Learn More

Thursday, June 237:00—8:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

CANCELED - Bookin' It Around the World

Bookin' It Around the WorldPlease note that signing up for this group once will sign you up for the whole series. You do not need to register for each instance. Thank you. Explore the world through the written word. This group focuses on reading a book from a different culture each month.…Learn More

Thursday, June 237:00—8:30 PMTown Field99A Main St., Behind the Library, Groton, MA, 01450

RAIN DATE Celebrating Strong Roots: Exploring America's African Roots Through Music and Dance

THIS IS A RAIN DATE ONLYFrom Pop/Rock/Neo-Soul music to Tap dance/Charleston and Lindy Hop, categorization has been seemingly simple but how familiar are you with how the origins overlap? Join pianist/composer Kevin Harris, dancer/choreographer Ricardo Foster, and drummer Tyson Jackson for an outdoor performance to celebrate the legacy and resilience of Black Culture through music and dance.…Learn More
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Friday, June 242:00—3:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Cosplay and Community

Cosplay and CommunityCome to FanFest and meet popular Boston area cosplayer Mink the Satyr!   She'll be here to talk about cosplay and to how to get started and how to get involved in your community cosplay activities.   This program is open to all!A sign up…Learn More

Friday, June 242:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Community RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
LibraryGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Sibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

FanFest 2022 @ GPL! Summer Reading Kick-Off Event!

FanFest 2022 @ GPL! Summer Reading Kick-Off Event!We invite you to join us in costume when you visit the visit the library between 2-5 pm  today ! We have a cosplay panel with Mink the Satyr, a  costume contest,  a green screen for photos,  Miranda from Encanto for the children with…Learn More

Friday, June 242:00—5:00 PMCirculationGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
LibraryGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Louise Penny FanFest

Help us celebrate one of our favorite authors: Louise Penny! Stop by the 2nd floor at the library to enjoy some tasty treats, show off your Three Pines knowledge and share with us why you love Louise Penny.  

Friday, June 242:00—2:30 PMKatie's GardenGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

FanFest: Encanto Storytime with Mirabel (face painting and more!)

Come and see Mirabel from Encanto for storytime in the garden 2-2:30 pm.  Face painting 23:30-5 pmMore activities throughout the Library 2-5 pm
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Tuesday, June 28All DayLibraryGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Trivia Tuesday

Trivia TuesdayGPL's weekly virtual trivia tournament!Answer different themed trivia questions each week. Signing up for this event signs you up for the entire series and allows for the questions to be emailed to you.

Tuesday, June 2810:00 AM—4:30 PMChildren's RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Drop-in Craft

Drop-in Craft time. Stop in to do a craft related to our Summer Reading theme!Generously sponsored by the GPL Endowment Trust.

Tuesday, June 2810:30—11:15 AMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

CANCELED - Stories, Songs, & Crafts with the Family Partnership Center

Stories, Songs & Crafts with the Family Partnership Center. Ages 0-5. 6 Tuesdays 10:30-11:15 am: Jan 11 & 25; Feb. 8; Mar 1, 15 & 29. The FPC offers storytime literacy through stories, songs, fingerplay and a related art activity. Registration is required for each event.

Tuesday, June 284:00—5:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

LEGO Spike for Grades 3-5

LEGO Spike for Grades 3-5Kids in grades 3 through 5 will learn about building with LEGO Spike Essential and Prime to create STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education goals. The program will be a mix of focused lessons and code. Along with this the students will develop invaluable approaches to critical thinking and problem-solving.…Learn More

Tuesday, June 286:00—8:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Town Field99A Main St., Behind the Library, Groton, MA, 01450

GPL Page Turners Book Group

The June planning meeting will take place at the Town Field behind the library (near the gazebo), weather permitting, at 6:00pm. There will be no zoom option for this meeting. Please bring a lawn chair. This group reads recent works of fiction and nonfiction that are selected by the group each June.…Learn More

Tuesday, June 286:00—8:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

YA Pizza & Movie Night: Free Guy (Grades 6-12)

YA Pizza & Movie Night: Free Guy (Grades 6-12)A bank teller, who discovers he is actually a background player in an open-world video game, decides to become the hero of his own story, one he rewrites himself. Now in a world where there are no limits, he is determined to be the guy who saves his world his way, before it is too late.…Learn More
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Wednesday, June 294:00—4:15 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Read to Shiver

Read to ShiverChildren gain confidence by reading aloud to a non-judgmental, friendly dog! Shiver is certified through the Pets & People Foundation. Wednesdays, 4-4:45 pm. Sign up online for ONE 15-minute slot PER MONTH.  

Wednesday, June 294:15—4:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Read to Shiver

Read to ShiverChildren gain confidence by reading aloud to a non-judgmental, friendly dog! Shiver is certified through the Pets & People Foundation. Wednesdays, 4-4:45 pm. Sign up online for ONE 15-minute slot PER MONTH.  

Wednesday, June 294:30—4:45 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Read to Shiver

Read to ShiverChildren gain confidence by reading aloud to a non-judgmental, friendly dog! Shiver is certified through the Pets & People Foundation. Wednesdays, 4-4:45 pm. Sign up online for ONE 15-minute slot PER MONTH.  

Wednesday, June 296:30—8:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Make & Take: Perler Bead S'mores (Grade 5-10)

Our own Perler Bead Queen,  Amy Loveless will be leading this  workshop.  All supplies and instructions will be provided.  

Wednesday, June 297:00—8:00 PMZoom

The Woman in the Library: A Murder Mystery Set in the Boston Public Library via Zoom

Sign up for this event here: https://us02web. zoom. us/webinar/register/1016540372056/WN_KSHuvwHASCCVrwgXjgpIYAAustralian award-winning author Sulari Gentill will discuss her new mystery, The Woman In The Library, in this Zoom webinar. About The Book: The tranquility of the Boston Public Library's reading room is shattered by a woman's terrified scream.…Learn More
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Thursday, June 301:00—2:00 PMTown Field99A Main St., Behind the Library, Groton, MA, 01450

Campfire Songs with Mary Jo Maichack for All Ages

 It’s a crowd-pleaser classic show, with folktales, tunes and interactive fun…. On Top of Spaghetti and classic campfire faves! Join Mary Jo for this awesome event! All Ages. Generously sponsored by the GPL Endowment Trust.

Thursday, June 301:30—3:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

IN PERSON: GPL Knitting Group

GPL Knitting & Crochet GroupKnitting & Crochet Group meets weekly, Thursdays, 1:30-3:30pm. Other Handcrafts are welcome. Self-directed work on our own projects. Open to All. No need to sign up in advance -- just come! Hosted by GPL Librarian Susanne Olson.  Come with your latest project.…Learn More

Thursday, June 307:00—8:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

CANCELED - Hiking with Kids with Dan Szcesny

Dan Szcesny, author of The Adventures of Buffalo and Tough Cookie, discusses a year of hitting the trails with foster daughter when she was nine years old. They tackled one of our state’s least known, but most beautiful mountain lists, called the 52 With a View.…Learn More