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Thursday, January 23:30—5:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Make and Take : New Year Vision Boards (Grades 6-12)

Design a Vision Board to set some intentions for 2025. We will have lots of supplies and inspiration to help you create a picture of your ideal year!Grades 6-12.

Thursday, January 24:45—5:30 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Reading Rippers (Grade 8)

Read and discuss great books with friends. Meets on the first Thursday of every month. Starts on October 3, 2024. Snacks and fun provided. Books will be available in the children's room in September to pick up and read before the the first meeting.

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Friday, January 34:00—5:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Squishmallow Bingo (Grades 5-12)

We will play Bingo to win adorable squishmallows! Open to those in grades 5-12This event is generously supported by the Groton Public Library Endowment Trust.

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Tuesday, January 72:00—3:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

CANCELED - All Things Theatre Workshop for Homeschoolers Ages 10-Teens

From improv to Shakespeare, this group will cover a variety of theater concepts and forms. It will include readers theater, character studies and script writing. This class is suitable for any experience level.

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Wednesday, January 86:00—7:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

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, January 93:30—5:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Make and Take Snow Globes (Grades 6-12)

Create a snowy winter scene in a jar! (Grades 6-12)

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Friday, January 103:00—4:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Drop-in Game Lounge (Grades 6-12)

Game On! We'll have the Nintendo Switch set up, and laptops and board games available too. (for students in Grades 6-12). Sign ups are appreciated, but drop ins are welcome too.

Friday, January 104:00—4:45 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Science Lab Fun: Bath Bombs (Grades 5-8)

We'll learn what makes bath bombs fizz and make two different recipes to see how their reactions differ. For grades 5-8.

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Saturday, January 112:00—4:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Teen Led Dungeons and Dragons Series (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 series that is perfect for you! We will play every other Saturday until May 31.…Learn More

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Tuesday, January 142:00—3:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

All Things Theatre Workshop for Homeschoolers Ages 10-Teens

From improv to Shakespeare, this group will cover a variety of theater concepts and forms. It will include readers theater, character studies and script writing. This class is suitable for any experience level.

Tuesday, January 144:30—5:15 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Book Worm Masters (Grades 6 & 7)

If you love to read books and have fun join Book Worm Masters, led by Miss Carrie. Meets the second Tuesday of every month. Snacks and fun provided. Runs from October, 2024-May, 2025. Registration required. The first meeting will be on Tuesday, October 8, 2025.…Learn More

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Wednesday, January 156:00—7:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Make & Take: Hot Cocoa Bombs and Snowman Poop (Grades 6-12)

We have two fun winter food activities this evening! We'll make homemade cocoa bombs and tasty snowman poop. For Grades 6-12.

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Friday, January 1711:30 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

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Tuesday, January 212:00—3:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

All Things Theatre Workshop for Homeschoolers Ages 10-Teens

From improv to Shakespeare, this group will cover a variety of theater concepts and forms. It will include readers theater, character studies and script writing. This class is suitable for any experience level.

Sign up!

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Wednesday, January 223:00—8:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Cram Jam Drop-In Study Hall (Grades 9-12)

We are here to help you prepare for finals! Come to Sibley Hall anytime between 3and 8pm for a place to study with friends, or to take a quick break. We'll have food and refreshments available throughout to help keep you fueled up.

No Registration Required

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Thursday, January 233:00—5:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Make & Take Infusible Mug (Grades 6-12)

We will use the Cricut Mug Press and infusible ink to design and create our own personal mugs. Grades 6-12.

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Friday, January 243:00—4:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Drop-in Game Lounge (Grades 6-12)

Game On! We'll have the Nintendo Switch set up, and laptops and board games available too. (for students in Grades 6-12). Sign ups are appreciated, but drop ins are welcome too.

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Saturday, January 2511:30 AM—1:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Henna Alchemy with Mandy Roberge (Grades 6-12)

In this workshop, participants will get a brief education about the history and culture of henna before we get to work making our own paste using various ingredients. We will also come to learn how to recognize chemical henna and understand its dangers, as we come to understand why making fresh, natural henna is critical to public safety.…Learn More

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Saturday, January 252:00—4:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Teen Led Dungeons and Dragons Series (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 series that is perfect for you! We will play every other Saturday until May 31.…Learn More

Register

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Tuesday, January 282:00—3:00 PMCommunity RoomGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

All Things Theatre Workshop for Homeschoolers Ages 10-Teens

From improv to Shakespeare, this group will cover a variety of theater concepts and forms. It will include readers theater, character studies and script writing. This class is suitable for any experience level.

Sign up!

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Wednesday, January 296:00—7:00 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450
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Young Adult Advisory Council (Grades 6-12)

If you are in Grades 6-12 and you love the library and library programs, we need your help to advise and assist the Young Adult Librarian. Earn volunteer hours for the meetings you attend.

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Friday, January 313:00—4:30 PMSibley HallGroton Public Library99 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

Drop-in Game Lounge (Grades 6-12)

Game On! We'll have the Nintendo Switch set up, and laptops and board games available too. (for students in Grades 6-12). Sign ups are appreciated, but drop ins are welcome too.