Summer Saturday Hours

During the months of June, July, and August the Library’s Saturday hours will change to 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Thank you to the College of the Holy Cross for funding the Library’s Saturday summer hours!

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Memorial Day

The Library will be closed Saturday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. The Library will reopen on Tuesday, May 28 at 10:00 a.m.

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Read, Renew, Repeat with Beaman Library This Summer!

Official artwork of the Read, Renew, Repeat Campaign is featured.

This summer, our summer reading theme is “Read, Renew, Repeat,” a simple reminder to embrace the magic of stories, learning, and growth. At our Library, we believe in fostering a sense of wonder and community, and we’ve lined up an exciting array of events and programs to spark your imagination. From engaging storytelling events for…

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The Tiny Art Show

A photograph of tiny easels, artwork and LEGO mini figs.

The Tiny Art Show is currently on display in the Teen Space! Next time you visit the Library, take a moment to view the work created by our talented teen patrons. Art will be on display throughout the month of May.

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New Catalog Look!

A screenshot of the new catalog.

The CW MARS catalog has a new look! You can now access your CW MARS account by visiting http://wboylston.cwmars.org/. This new catalog will provide patrons with a more powerful, yet streamlined, experience. If you have questions about the new catalog, you may refer to this FAQ page or contact a library staff member for help!

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Love Your Library

February is Love Your Library Month! Write us a note about what you love about our Library! We will share a selection of notes with our locally elected officials. Valentines and valentine mailboxes will be available in the Library throughout the month of February.

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Massachusetts Center for the Book Reading Challenge

Beaman Library is partnering with the Massachusetts Center for the Book for their 2024 Reading Challenge! Here’s how it works: 1. Choose a book that fits the monthly theme. If you’re stuck, check out Beaman’s Reading Challenge display, located behind the puzzle table on the main floor. 2. Each month, after you read, fill out…

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Upcoming Event: Karaoke Night

An illustration of music notes on a scale.

Upcoming event! Tri-M, West Boylston Middle High School’s Honor Society, will be hosting a free karaoke night for the public at Beaman Library on Thursday, January 25 at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. No registration required!

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Libby: The Library Reading App

Libby is a free app where you can enjoy ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your public library. You can stream titles with Wi-Fi or mobile data, or download them for offline use and read anytime, anywhere. All you need to get started is your library card and smart device. You can find the Libby…

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Beaman Library’s Cookbook Collection

A photo collage featuring the covers of 6 different international cookbooks.

Winter is the perfect time to cook. It’s cold and gray outside, so why not spend some time warming up in the kitchen? And with Beaman’s collection of international cookbooks, you can take a trip to sunnier climes via your kitchen table! Start your day with Migas Con Huevo in Mexico City, hop over to…

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