August 2024

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Thursday, August 11:30—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, August 13:00—4:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Learn to Knit. Grades 3-5.

Learn to Knit. 3-Class Series. Grades 3-5. Thurs, Aug 1; Tues, Aug 6 & 13, 3-4 pm. Learn the basics of casting on and knitting a dishcloth with Miss Ellie and Miss Lauren. Materials provided. Space is limited and registration is for all classes. Generously sponsored by GPL Endowment Trust.…Learn More

Thursday, August 17:00—8:15 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

IN PERSON: Beachcombing and Sea Glass with Roxie Zwicker

IN PERSON: Beachcombing and Sea Glass with Roxie ZwickerThe lure of beachcombing and treasure hunting on New England beaches has been around almost as long as the European settlement itself. Author Roxie Zwicker takes you on a journey uncovering the history and lore of sea glass and beach pottery. These tumbled treasures are a connection to the region’s past; from shipwrecks, maritime mysteries to long lost seaside amusements.…Learn More
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Friday, August 27:00—8:00 PMZoom

VIRTUAL: Adult Trivia Night - "How Did You Know That?" Edition

**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. ** Test your knowledge by answering 60 trivia questions (four rounds of 15) created by librarian and trivia host extraordinaire Kat Lewin.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 311:00 AM—1:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

IN PERSON: Adult Dungeons and Dragons

IN PERSON: Adult Dungeons and DragonsEnjoy 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 More
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Sunday, August 4Closed

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Tuesday, August 6All DayLibraryGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

VIRTUAL: Trivia Tuesday

VIRTUAL: 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, August 6All DayCirculationGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

ACTIVITY: Spice Club - Tarragon

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 More

Tuesday, August 610:00 AM—4:30 PMChildren's RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Creative Kids Drop-In Craft

Creative Kids Drop-In CraftCreative Kids Drop-In Craft Time. Every Tuesday 10-4:30, Sept 5-May 31.   Drop-in crafts in the Children’s Room. Let the creativity flow! Parent supervision necessary.  Generously sponsored by the GPL Endowment Trust.

Tuesday, August 62:00—3:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Make & Take: Fairy Houses (Grades 6-12)

Make & Take: Fairy Houses (Grades 6-12)We gathered lots of natural materials for you to use to make a perfect home for gnomes or fairies. Feel free to bring items of your own that you would like to incorporate too.

Tuesday, August 62:30—4:30 PMHistorical RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

IN PERSON: Let's Talk About...

IN PERSON: Let's Talk About...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 More

Tuesday, August 63:00—4:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Learn to Knit. Grades 3-5.

Learn to Knit. 3-Class Series. Grades 3-5. Thurs, Aug 1; Tues, Aug 6 & 13, 3-4 pm. Learn the basics of casting on and knitting a dishcloth with Miss Ellie and Miss Lauren. Materials provided. Space is limited and registration is for all classes. Generously sponsored by GPL Endowment Trust.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 64:00—6:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Teen Led Dungeons & Dragons Game (Grades 6-10)

 Teen Led Dungeons & Dragons Game (Grades 6-10)Have you wanted to play Dungeons & Dragons but never gotten around to do it? Or have you played before and wanted to again, but no one wants to be the Dungeon Master? Luckily for you there is a new D&D game that is perfect for you! This session runs for 10 weeks.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 66:00—7:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Town Field99A Main St., Behind the Library, Groton, MA, 01450

MOVED INDOORS: Family Event: An Evening with Rolie Polie Guacamole

MOVED INDOORS: Family Event: An Evening with Rolie Polie Guacamole*Due to the damp weather, this event has been moved indoors to Sibley Hall. Please note you must be registered to attend. *Join musicians Rolie Polie Guacamole for a perfect summer evening jam with your fam! Jersey natives Frank Gallo & Andrew Tuzhilin created Rolie Polie Guacamole in 2006 while living in Brooklyn, NY.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 67:00—8:00 PMZoom

VIRTUAL: Spanish Conversation Group

VIRTUAL: Spanish Conversation GroupPlease 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 More

Tuesday, August 67:00—8:00 PMZoom

VIRTUAL: 50 Hikes in Eastern Massachusetts (Take Two)

We had so much fun talking with author Madeline Bilis about her book "50 Hikes in Eastern Massachusetts" last year, that we just had to do it again! This time, we'll focus on coastal view walks. Maybe we can even get Madeline to discuss her favorite pizza shops along the way.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 79:30—11:30 AMZoom

VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group: Self-Assessment: Finding Your Why

VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group: Self-Assessment: Finding Your WhyThe Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking! Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 710:30—11:00 AMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
Katie's GardenGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Peapods Storytime for Infants & Toddlers in the Garden

Peapods in the Garden: Storytime for Ages 0-2. In this storytime for our youngest readers, we practice the five essential early literacy skills: singing, talking, reading, writing, and playing! This is a gathering of caregivers and children ages 0-2 in the garden behind the Library.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 75:00—7:00 PMZoom

CANCELED - VIRTUAL: Deadly Prose Mystery Writing Group

VIRTUAL: Deadly Prose Mystery Writing GroupAre 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 More

Wednesday, August 76:00—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.
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Thursday, August 81:30—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, August 83:00—4:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

YA Escape Room: Amusement Park Mishap (Grades 6-12)

YA Escape Room: Amusement Park Mishap (Grades 6-12)You and your family are at the best amusement park ever! You have been on so many great rides, bought souvenirs in the gift shop, and have eaten all the junk food your stomach can handle! What a great day it has been. Now that the day is over and the park will be closing soon, you must make the long trip through the park and back to your car in the huge parking lot.…Learn More

Thursday, August 84:00—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, August 87:00—8:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

IN PERSON: Supper Club - Celebration of Garden Abundance

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 More

Thursday, August 87:00—8:00 PMZoom

VIRTUAL: Author Kirsten Mills Discusses "Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books"

Join us for this discussion with author Kirsten Miller. Her book "Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books" is "a provocative and hilarious summer read that will have book lovers cheering and everyone talking! Kirsten Miller, author of 'The Change', brings us a bracing, wildly entertaining satire about a small Southern town, a pitched battle over banned books, and a little lending library that changes everything.…Learn More
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Friday, August 94:00—6:00 PMZoom

VIRTUAL: Los Literarios - Spanish Literary Society

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 More
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Sunday, August 11Closed

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Tuesday, August 13All DayLibraryGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

VIRTUAL: Trivia Tuesday

VIRTUAL: 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, August 1310:00 AM—4:30 PMChildren's RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Creative Kids Drop-In Craft

Creative Kids Drop-In CraftCreative Kids Drop-In Craft Time. Every Tuesday 10-4:30, Sept 5-May 31.   Drop-in crafts in the Children’s Room. Let the creativity flow! Parent supervision necessary.  Generously sponsored by the GPL Endowment Trust.

Tuesday, August 133:00—4:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Learn to Knit. Grades 3-5.

Learn to Knit. 3-Class Series. Grades 3-5. Thurs, Aug 1; Tues, Aug 6 & 13, 3-4 pm. Learn the basics of casting on and knitting a dishcloth with Miss Ellie and Miss Lauren. Materials provided. Space is limited and registration is for all classes. Generously sponsored by GPL Endowment Trust.

Tuesday, August 134:00—6:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Teen Led Dungeons & Dragons Game (Grades 6-10)

 Teen Led Dungeons & Dragons Game (Grades 6-10)Have you wanted to play Dungeons & Dragons but never gotten around to do it? Or have you played before and wanted to again, but no one wants to be the Dungeon Master? Luckily for you there is a new D&D game that is perfect for you! This session runs for 10 weeks.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 137:00—8:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Library Trustees Meeting

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees.  Agenda posted online at https://www. grotonma. gov/. Open to the Public.
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Wednesday, August 142:00—5:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Discover Gelli Plate Printing (Grades 6-12)

Discover Gelli Plate Printing (Grades 6-12) Learn to use the Gelli plate and the art of mono printing to express your creativity in new ways. We use acrylic paints, textures, and patterns to create unique patterned papers. Gelli Plate Printing is a unique printmaking technique that uses a gelatin-based printing plate.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 145:30—7:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

YA Pizza & Movie Night: My Spy: The Eternal City (Grades 6-12)

YA  Pizza & Movie Night:  My Spy: The Eternal City (Grades 6-12)JJ, a veteran CIA agent, reunites with his protégé Sophie, in order to prevent a catastrophic nuclear scheme aimed at the Vatican, which disrupts a high school choir trip to Italy. . Enjoy free pizza, snacks and a movie with your friends.   Movie is MPAA Rated PG-13.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 151:30—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, August 154:00—5:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Didgeridoo Down Under for Grades K-5

Join us on an epic adventure to the Land Down Under, where we'll hear otherworldly sounds from the didgeridoo, we'll explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback, we'll learn about amazing creatures like kangaroo and koalas . .. and much more! The Didgeridoo Down Under Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation.…Learn More

Thursday, August 155:30—6:30 PMTown Field99A Main St., Behind the Library, Groton, MA, 01450

CANCELED - POSTPONED!!!IN PERSON: Rollstone Rhythms Concert Series: Cara Brindisi. All ages.

Concert Postponed due to weather!Described as ‘perfect’ by John Legend and ‘hypnotic’ by Blake Shelton, Cara Brindisi is a vocalist with equal parts power and ease. After a decade of performances that include direct support for Chris Isaak, Tower of Power, Adam Lambert, and Dispatch, Cara brought her talents to The Voice stage season 22, landing her a spot on Team Gwen.…Learn More

Thursday, August 156:30—7:30 PMZoom

VIRTUAL: Haunted Experiences with Jeff DePaoli: BlackCraft Haunt

Blackcraft Haunt, touted as Salem's best rated Haunted House, located in the heart of Downtown Salem is our next adventure . Join Jasin Cadic, Creative Director of Blackcraft Haunt, and Jeff DePaoli, host of "That Halloween Podcast", as they talk all about this fantastic haunted place right in our backyard!!Learn more about Blackcraft Haunt: Haunt Blackcraft is an immersive Haunt experience located inside of Blackcraft Salem.…Learn More

Thursday, August 157:00—8:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

HYBRID: Mad About Mystery Book Group

HYBRID: Mad About Mystery Book GroupPLEASE 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 More

Thursday, August 157:00—8:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

IN PERSON: Dragonflies with Cassandra Sampas

Learn the differences between dragonflies and damselflies, and their unique importance within our environment. This presentation will include local photos of the variously colored species.
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Friday, August 163:00—4:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Story & Craft Time. PreK-Grade 2

Join Miss Nancy and Miss Lauren for a story and craft! For PreK-Grade 2. Space is limited so please sign up!Generously sponsored by GPL Endowment Trust.
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Saturday, August 1711:00 AM—1:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

IN PERSON: Adult Dungeons and Dragons

IN PERSON: Adult Dungeons and DragonsEnjoy 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 More
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Sunday, August 18Closed

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Tuesday, August 20All DayLibraryGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

VIRTUAL: Trivia Tuesday

VIRTUAL: 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, August 202:00—3:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Design & Decorate a Drawstring Bag (Grades 6-12)

Design & Decorate a Drawstring Bag (Grades 6-12)Design and decorate your own personal drawstring bag with fabric markers. All supplies will be provided. Grades 6-12

Tuesday, August 204:00—6:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Teen Led Dungeons & Dragons Game (Grades 6-10)

 Teen Led Dungeons & Dragons Game (Grades 6-10)Have you wanted to play Dungeons & Dragons but never gotten around to do it? Or have you played before and wanted to again, but no one wants to be the Dungeon Master? Luckily for you there is a new D&D game that is perfect for you! This session runs for 10 weeks.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 204:00—5:00 PMKatie's GardenGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Trash Bash (Grades 6-12)

Trash Bash (Grades 6-12)Let's get together and make a difference in our town! Teens who care about the environment and are looking to help out can meet us in Katie's Garden outside the library and volunteer to help us clean up the library grounds, playground and nearby town areas.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 207:00—8:00 PMZoom

VIRTUAL: Spanish Conversation Group

VIRTUAL: Spanish Conversation GroupPlease 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 More

Tuesday, August 207:00—8:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

IN PERSON: Proust Discussion Group (NEW!)

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. June 18 - In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower: At Mme.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 207:00—8:00 PMZoom

VIRTUAL: Maine Destinations for Stephen King Fans

**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. ** Author Sharon Kitchens will discuss her new book, Stephen King's Maine: A History & Guide. Explore Maine locations that serve as the basis for Stephen King’s fictional towns of Castle Rock, Jerusalem’s Lot, Derry, and Haven.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 219:30—11:30 AMZoom

VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group: Career Story: Tell Me a Bit About Yourself

VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group: Career Story: Tell Me a Bit About YourselfThe Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking! Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 212:00—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.  Generously sponsored by the GPL Endowment Trust.

Wednesday, August 212:15—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.  Generously sponsored by the GPL Endowment Trust.

Wednesday, August 212:30—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.  Generously sponsored by the GPL Endowment Trust.

Wednesday, August 212:45—3:00 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.  Generously sponsored by the GPL Endowment Trust.

Wednesday, August 215:00—7:00 PMZoom

CANCELED - VIRTUAL: Deadly Prose Mystery Writing Group

VIRTUAL: Deadly Prose Mystery Writing GroupAre 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 More

Wednesday, August 215:30—7:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

YA Pizza & Movie Night: The Descendants: Rise of the Red (Grades 5-12)

YA  Pizza & Movie Night: The Descendants: Rise of the Red (Grades 5-12)Daughters of the Queen of Hearts and Cinderella travel back in time to prevent a coup in Auradon.   Enjoy free pizza, snacks and a movie with your friends.   Grades 5-12.  Registration ahead is appreciated, so we know how much pizza to ord

Wednesday, August 217:00—8:00 PMZoom

VIRTUAL: The Indigenous World -- An Exploration of Pre-Colombia North America

**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. ** Explore the worlds of the Indigenous peoples of North America before European colonization. North America was a place filled with cities, towns, and villages.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 221:30—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, August 227:00—8:00 PMTown Field99A Main St., Behind the Library, Groton, MA, 01450

IN PERSON: Library Concert Series: Squeezebox Stompers. All ages.

IN PERSON: Library Concert Series: Squeezebox Stompers. All ages.Join us for an evening of music outdoors! Feel free to bring dinner and the family for a memorable experience. All concerts take place at the Gazebo at the playground end of Town Field behind the library. Arrive early as parking is at a premium! The Squeezebox Stompers is a Boston area Americana Roots band.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 25Closed

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Tuesday, August 27All DayLibraryGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

VIRTUAL: Trivia Tuesday

VIRTUAL: 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, August 277:00—8:00 PMZoom

VIRTUAL: Home Canning with Confidence

VIRTUAL: Home Canning with Confidence**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. **Celebrate Massachusetts Eat Local Month and learn how to make your own homemade jams from local stone fruit! Chef Afton Cyrus of Jam Sessions will offer a virtual cooking demonstration that will include an overview of food preservation basics, a demonstration of boiling water bath canning making Small-Batch Spiced Peach Jam from start to finish, and a Q&A session.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 291:30—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, August 297:00—8:30 PMZoom

VIRTUAL: Downeast Connections with Culturally Curious

Maine’s remote, rocky shoreline has been a beacon to American artists for generations. This program will survey the work of some of the most celebrated artists inspired by the state’s distinct landscape and way of life. The program features work by artists including Winslow Homer, Andrew Wyeth, and Ashley Bryan.…Learn More
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Friday, August 305:00—6:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Thrilling Realms Book Club

Thrilling Realms Book ClubPLEASE 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 More
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