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Tuesday, April 2All DayCirculationGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
ACTIVITY: Spice Club
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Join 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 MoreTuesday, April 2All DayLibraryGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
VIRTUAL: Trivia Tuesday
GPL'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, April 210:15 AM—1:15 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Lifelong Learning: Dynamic Drawing with Jill Pottle (Spring)
Local artist and talented educator, Jill Pottle, returns to GPL! Jill will teach a series of classes on beginning painting in a small group setting. This is a great class for those coming back to being creative or for people who want to learn a new skills.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 22:30—4:30 PMHistorical RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: Let's Talk About... Healthcare
Come together with a small group of members of the Groton Community to practice discussing challenging and often divisive topics. The goal of these conversations is not to debate or change one another's opinions, but to build understanding of one another and find ways to strengthen our community.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 27:00—8:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: Spanish Conversation Group
Please note that this group has decided to remain virtual for the time being. Hablas 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 MoreTuesday, April 27:00—9:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
CANCELED - IN PERSON: Game Night for Adults
Drop-in for an evening of tabletop games! Whether you're a seasoned gamer or a curious newcomer, we welcome all to get hooked on the amazing hobby of tabletop board games. Each month we will feature a title and then pivot to open play where you can choose from a selection of offerings on hand or even bring your own games in from home to try with the group!
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This is a program for adults and older teens only.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 27:00—8:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: Cleopatra: Liberated Woman with Bill Thierfelder
This program explores the life of one of history’s most misunderstood women: Cleopatra. She married and buried 2 of her brothers, captivated 2 of the most powerful men of her time only to bury them also, and—famously—took her own life at the age of 39 with the help of an asp.…Learn More
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Wednesday, April 310:00—11:00 AMOther
CANCELED - OFF-SITE: Reading Ramblers Group
No need to read something specific! Meet other readers at the designated Groton Conservation property to discuss whatever you are currently reading. April 3 - Wattle's Pond https://www. alltrails. com/trail/us/massachusetts/wattles-pond-trailMay 1 - Skinner Foresthttps://www.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 31:30—4:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Lifelong Learning: Learning and Loving Painting with Jill Pottle (SPRING)
Local artist and talented educator, Jill Pottle, returns to GPL! Jill will teach a series of classes on beginning painting in a small group setting. This course is for beginning and returning painters who want to acquire fundamental painting skills and new approaches to painting with either oils or acrylics.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 35:00—7:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: Bodies in the Library - Mystery Writer's Group
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. Share your work in-progress and cheer on others. Sign up to receive the Zoom invite.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 37:00—8:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Lifelong Learning: Great Decisions with Tommy Lamont
Join Ms. Tommy Lamont to discuss world issues deeply. This series uses the Great Decisions publication and curriculum from the Foreign Policy Association. The group will be small to allow for discussion among all participants. We do ask that you commit to the entire eight week series when signing up.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 37:00—8:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: Armchair Travel to Cartagena, Colombia
Take a visit to South American port city of Cartagena, Colombia, which captivates visitors with its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning Caribbean charm. The well-preserved colonial architecture of the walled city, coupled with lively plazas and colorful streets, creates a unique atmosphere.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 41:30—3:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: GPL Knitting Group
Knitting & 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 MoreThursday, April 47:00—8:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
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VIRTUAL: ADHD in the Family with Linda King
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN MOVED TO ZOOM. If you would like to attend at the library, email adultprograms@gpl. org. This program WILL be recorded. Understanding ADHD in Children and AdultsFor concerned family members with loved ones who:
Are easily distracted, Have trouble focusing, Are disorganized, Waste money as a result of being disorganized, Squander hours on the Internet, Procrastinate, Are underachieving, Can’t sit still, Are impulsive.…Learn More
Thursday, April 47:00—8:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: How to Organize Your Life into One Notebook
Go from scattered to successful this year - with a single notebook! Join us online when organizer and author of Keep This Toss That shows you how to organize your life with a single notebook! You’ll be able to keep track of everything you need to get done, and more.…Learn More
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Sunday, April 72:00—3:00 PMOther
OFF-SITE: Sarah Grimke Speaks
Performance will take place at the Old Meeting House at First Parish of GrotonWhen 26 year-old Sarah Moore Grimke boarded a ship from Charleston to Philadelphia in 1819 to accompany her ailing father north, she embarked on a history making journey that took her from failed Southern belle to pioneering abolitionist and women’s rights activist.…Learn More
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Monday, April 87:00—8:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: Seen by Sea: An Appreciation of the New England Coast
Take a virtual trip from Providence, Rhode Island to Bar Harbor, Maine to enjoy the sights and histories of New England's many scenic ports. This was the route of author Alison O'Leary's 700-mile summer sailing adventure on her 25-foot sailboat, "Esmeralda.…Learn More
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Tuesday, April 9All DayLibraryGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
VIRTUAL: Trivia Tuesday
GPL'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, April 96:00—8:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: Tuesday Night Movie
Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of the month for movies and popcorn.
Tuesday, April 97:00—8:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: Plant Powered Group - Mushroom Explorations!
Have you explored mushrooms as a plant based superfood? They boost immunity, tame inflammation, restore hormonal balance and so much more. Bring your own favorite mushroom dish to share (or another plant-based dish you love). We'll explore different types of mushrooms and how you can make them part of your daily life.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 97:00—8:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: GROTON READS: In The Beginning, There Was Satchmo
Jazz- In the beginning there was Satchmo Louis Armstrong. Grandson of slaves, iconic trumpeter and vocalist brings Jazz from the brothels of Storyville, New Orleans to the bright lights of New York City. Kid Ory, King Oliver and Fletcher Henderson were players in Armstrong's influential rise to stardom while the Chicago and New York mob fought over this charismatic Jazz star.…Learn More
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Wednesday, April 101:30—4:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
CANCELED - Lifelong Learning: Learning and Loving Painting with Jill Pottle (SPRING)
Local artist and talented educator, Jill Pottle, returns to GPL! Jill will teach a series of classes on beginning painting in a small group setting. This course is for beginning and returning painters who want to acquire fundamental painting skills and new approaches to painting with either oils or acrylics.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 106:00—8:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
College Quest for High School Students and Parents
With almost 4,000 colleges and universities in the US, how do you decide which schools to apply to? The short answer: look beyond the splashy reputations, and identify the schools that fit the criteria most important to you.
At the College Quest workshop, you will:
• Learn the three components necessary to frame your search: your values, preferences, and parameters (academic and financial)
• Discover how to identify schools that match your criteria
• Review how to properly research the schools on your resulting list
By the end of the workshop, you will be well on your way to compiling a Preliminary List of schools and have the tools to prune it to your Final List of schools.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 107:00—8:30 PMHistorical RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Lifelong Learning: Great Decisions with Tommy Lamont
Join Ms. Tommy Lamont to discuss world issues deeply. This series uses the Great Decisions publication and curriculum from the Foreign Policy Association. The group will be small to allow for discussion among all participants. We do ask that you commit to the entire eight week series when signing up.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 107:00—8:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: Doing Genealogy without Breaking the Bank
The number of genealogy websites, organizations, and publications can be daunting. This session explores techniques to save money on subscriptions and genealogy education. Learn how to find free resources, how to take advantage of trial memberships, and how to target your genealogy dollars.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 111:30—3:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: GPL Knitting Group
Knitting & 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 MoreThursday, April 114:00—5:00 PMHistorical RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Office Hours with State Representative Margaret Scarsdale
Representative, Margaret Scarsdale, will be meeting with constituents during office hours at the Groton Public Library. No appointment necessary. Representative Scarsdale can help with things like: SNAP, unemployment claims, RMV issues, and official citations to commemorate momentous occasions.…Learn More
Thursday, April 117:00—8:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: Supper Club (NEW)
This group will meet monthly to explore a different theme in food based on flavor, culture, or type of food! Dishes may be from your own recipe collection, a cookbook, or online. Bring a dish to share and enjoy the unique bond that forms over a shared…Learn More12
Friday, April 124:00—6:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: Los Literarios: Spanish Literary Society
Sign up here!This group is dedicated to people who love reading and speak Spanish. Los Literários will be a small group who will meet online every second Friday of the month to talk about whatever people are already reading. No assigned reading!The books and articles you read don’t need to be in Spanish.…Learn More13
Saturday, April 1310:30 AM—12:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: Wooden Necklaces with Kimberly Stoney
So popular the first time that we decided to offer it again!Join us for a hands-on jewelry-making experience! Create a long necklace adorned with wooden disc-shaped beads and colorful thread. No prior experience needed. All materials provided. Please note this event is intended for adult participants only.…Learn MoreSaturday, April 1311:00 AM—1:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: Adult Dungeons and Dragons
Enjoy Dungeons and Dragons but need a group to play with? Ever wondered what all the fuss is about with this popular game that is celebrating 50 years of play? Join a small group with an experienced Dungeon Master to guide you!Made possible by the Groton Public Library Endowment Trust.…Learn MoreSaturday, April 131:00—4:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: Lifelong Learning: Gelli Printing Lab
The Gelli Printing Lab is a monthly gathering specifically designed to foster creativity and collaboration. Each month a unique project is introduced, guiding participants as they explore and experiment with Gelli printing techniques. Whether a seasoned printer or just starting out, all are invited to join for an afternoon of innovation and creative expression!This group facilitated by artist and designer Kimberly Stoney.…Learn More14
Sunday, April 142:30—4:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: Asian Art Series: Persia: Crossroads of Art and Culture
Spend your Sunday afternoon learning about the arts of Asia from experts at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco! Each month will focus on a unique topic from this vast, diverse, and ever evolving continent. RECORDING NOTE: These talks are NOT recorded.…Learn More
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Tuesday, April 16All DayLibraryGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
VIRTUAL: Trivia Tuesday
GPL'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, April 1610:15 AM—1:15 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Lifelong Learning: Dynamic Drawing with Jill Pottle (Spring)
Local artist and talented educator, Jill Pottle, returns to GPL! Jill will teach a series of classes on beginning painting in a small group setting. This is a great class for those coming back to being creative or for people who want to learn a new skills.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 167:00—8:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: Spanish Conversation Group
Please note that this group has decided to remain virtual for the time being. Hablas 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 MoreTuesday, April 167:00—8:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: Proust Discussion Group (NEW!)
Delve into Marcel Proust's first volume of In Search of Lost Time, Swann's Way. The group will discuss a section of the book at each meeting. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk. Feb. 20March 19April 16May 21Tuesday, April 167:00—8:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: Curators of Crime: Art Inspired Murders & Mysteries
Authors Connie Berry, Nina Wachsman, Lane Stone, and M. A. Monnin will discuss the real-life art, artifacts, and art crimes that inspired their mystery novels.
Connie Berry is the author of the best-selling Kate Hamilton Mysteries, set in the UK and featuring an American antiques dealer with a gift for solving crimes.…Learn More
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Wednesday, April 171:30—4:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Lifelong Learning: Learning and Loving Painting with Jill Pottle (SPRING)
Local artist and talented educator, Jill Pottle, returns to GPL! Jill will teach a series of classes on beginning painting in a small group setting. This course is for beginning and returning painters who want to acquire fundamental painting skills and new approaches to painting with either oils or acrylics.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 175:00—7:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: Bodies in the Library - Mystery Writer's Group
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. Share your work in-progress and cheer on others. Sign up to receive the Zoom invite.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 177:00—8:00 PMHistorical RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: Great Books Discussion Group
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. The Great Books Discussion Group will meet IN PERSON. This is a structured group that follows the Great Books program.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 177:00—8:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Lifelong Learning: Great Decisions with Tommy Lamont
Join Ms. Tommy Lamont to discuss world issues deeply. This series uses the Great Decisions publication and curriculum from the Foreign Policy Association. The group will be small to allow for discussion among all participants. We do ask that you commit to the entire eight week series when signing up.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 177:00—8:15 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: The Nuremberg War Crimes Trials - Prosecuting Evil
Prominent Nazi leaders were prosecuted in military tribunals, marking a turning point between classical and contemporary international law. These trials served three important purposes: first, they thoroughly documented Nazi atrocities; second, the trials exposed many of the defendants for the war criminals they were and denied the Nazi leaders any possibility of martyrdom; and finally, the trials are of ground-breaking legal significance.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 181:30—3:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: GPL Knitting Group
Knitting & 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 MoreThursday, April 186:30—7:30 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: Haunted Happenings with Jeff DePaoli: FearTown and Factory of Terror with Owner Mike Quill
Fear Town Haunted House in Seekonk, MA is an outdoor haunted trail through the woods. Factory of Terror in Fall River, MA is a well loved and known local attraction. Join owner Mike Quill and Jeff DePaoli, host of "That Halloween Podcast", as they talk all about these fantastic haunted experiences right in our backyard!Learn more about Fear Town.…Learn More
Thursday, April 186:30—7:30 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: Murder, Mayhem and Scandals in New York
Are you interested in finding out about being tarred and feathered, shot by the Black Hand in Little Italy, being caught in a great fire or ravishing flood, participating in a riot, attending some fascinating trials, or encountering some of the most unsavory characters who ever lived in New York City? Of course, this doesn’t count meeting all the ghosts that haunt the City.…Learn More
Thursday, April 187:00—8:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
HYBRID: Mad About Mystery Book Group
PLEASE NOTE: You must register for each meeting of this group. If you would like to attend via Zoom, sign up here. 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.…Learn MoreThursday, April 187:00—8:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: Felting with Rachel Benson (Adults only)
Learn the basics of felting or continue your felting journey with others! This month participants will create an adorable Flying Pig! Creating a needle felted project with talented fiber artist, Rachel Benson in a joy and a breeze. All materials will be provided at the time of the workshop.…Learn More
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Sunday, April 212:30—3:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: Sunday Concert Series - Tutti Quattro
April 21 - Tutti Quattro Tutti Quattro is a quartet of jazz musicians musicians from different parts of the world, offering musical influences from their perspective. The performance will feature originals by group members as well as jazz standards.…Learn More
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Tuesday, April 23All DayLibraryGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
VIRTUAL: Trivia Tuesday
GPL'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, April 2310:15 AM—1:15 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Lifelong Learning: Dynamic Drawing with Jill Pottle (Spring)
Local artist and talented educator, Jill Pottle, returns to GPL! Jill will teach a series of classes on beginning painting in a small group setting. This is a great class for those coming back to being creative or for people who want to learn a new skills.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 237:00—8:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
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HYBRID: Page Turners Book Group
PLEASE NOTE: You must register for each meeting of this group. The group is currently meeting in a hybrid style. Patrons may choose to attend in person or via zoom. Please note how you plan to attend the meeting when you register. If this plan changes, please email adultprograms@gpl.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 237:00—8:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: The Holmes You Never Knew: Black American Adaptations Then & Now
Audiences worldwide recognize Sherlock Holmes as the archetypal founding father of all great (white) fictional detectives. What they don’t know is that, almost from his very inception, there has been an important yet mostly unknown counter tradition of Black American Sherlock Holmes characters reaching back as far as 1903.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 237:30—8:30 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: AI Series: AI in Medicine and Biomedical Research
Join us for our next Science Café talk where we continue our exploration of AI with two local experts, Professors Wei Ding and John Quackenbush. They will be discussing the revolutionary role of AI in the field of Medicine and Biomedical Research with the use of unsupervised machine learning.…Learn More
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Wednesday, April 241:30—4:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Lifelong Learning: Learning and Loving Painting with Jill Pottle (SPRING)
Local artist and talented educator, Jill Pottle, returns to GPL! Jill will teach a series of classes on beginning painting in a small group setting. This course is for beginning and returning painters who want to acquire fundamental painting skills and new approaches to painting with either oils or acrylics.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 246:00—8:00 PMHistorical RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: Lifelong Learning: Stories Only You Can Tell - Memoir Writing with Zoann Guernsey
A six-session series running from April 24 through May 29. The perennial favorite returns! Our life experiences are rich with stories and here is your opportunity to record them. Work directly with gifted educator Zoann Guernsey to hone your tale and convey your own experience.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 247:00—8:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Lifelong Learning: Great Decisions with Tommy Lamont
Join Ms. Tommy Lamont to discuss world issues deeply. This series uses the Great Decisions publication and curriculum from the Foreign Policy Association. The group will be small to allow for discussion among all participants. We do ask that you commit to the entire eight week series when signing up.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 247:00—8:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: The Best Small Museums in Massachusetts
Take a peek inside the collections of some of the dozens of unique, esoteric and fascinating museums scattered across the state. In her quest to visit as many Massachusetts museums as possible, author Alison O'Leary (often accompanied by mom, Mavis) finds mind-blowing exhibits, kooky artifacts, and fascinating backstories of how these repositories were developed.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 251:00—2:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: AI Series: Elevating Creativity Across Mediums
Join us for an inspiring presentation on the convergence of AI and creativity, showcasing the latest AI infused tools designed to ignite artistic expression across a spectrum of mediums. From AI-assisted arts and craft projects and graphic design to innovative video production and music composition, we will explore the transformative impact of AI on the creative process.…Learn More
Thursday, April 251:30—3:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: GPL Knitting Group
Knitting & 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 MoreThursday, April 257:00—8:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: A Night of Poetry
Gather for a night of poetry as it was meant to be--out loud. Local poets Laura Moore, Kate Hanson Foster, Kes Maro, Jeffrey Zygmont, and Mark Haman read from their own works in celebration of National Poetry Month. Made possible by the Groton Public Library Endowment Trust.
Thursday, April 257:00—8:15 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: Claude Monet: Impressions from Nature
Claude Monet was the founder of French Impressionism, a revolutionary style that involves working outside and rapidly executing sketchy paintings to capture momentary effects of light and shadow. Monet returned to familiar outdoor subjects throughout his career, culminating with his beloved series on the water lilies in his garden in Giverny.…Learn More
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Friday, April 265:00—6:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Horror Book Club
PLEASE NOTE: You must register for each meeting of this group. If you would like to attend via Zoom, you must request a link by emailing adultprograms@gpl. org.
Do you dare to join us for some scary reads? Sign-up for The GPL Horror Book Club, hosted by librarian, Nicole Irvin.…Learn More27
Saturday, April 2711:00 AM—1:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: Adult Dungeons and Dragons
Enjoy Dungeons and Dragons but need a group to play with? Ever wondered what all the fuss is about with this popular game that is celebrating 50 years of play? Join a small group with an experienced Dungeon Master to guide you!Made possible by the Groton Public Library Endowment Trust.…Learn More28
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Tuesday, April 30All DayLibraryGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
VIRTUAL: Trivia Tuesday
GPL'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, April 3010:15 AM—1:15 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Lifelong Learning: Dynamic Drawing with Jill Pottle (Spring)
Local artist and talented educator, Jill Pottle, returns to GPL! Jill will teach a series of classes on beginning painting in a small group setting. This is a great class for those coming back to being creative or for people who want to learn a new skills.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 303:00—6:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
IN PERSON: Foreign Film Favorites Group
PLEASE NOTE: To better estimate attendance for these events, we ask that you register for each meeting of this group. September 26 Babette’s Feast, Denmark, 7. 8, 1 hour 43 minutes
In a remote 19th-century Danish village, two sisters lead a rigid life centered around their father, the local minister, and their church.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 307:00—8:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: Understanding Dictatorships
Why are so many countries ruled by dictatorships? How do dictators keep themselves in power, and what factors cause dictatorships to transform into democracies? Dr. Kevin Pallister, Associate Professor of Political Science at Bridgewater College in Virginia will delve into these curious questions that are so relevant to our world today.…Learn More