Copy of News & Events

There is always something happening at the Library! Learn about and register for upcoming events, review recent Library newsletters, and read about the latest Library-related news.

New Years Holiday Hours
Beaman Library will close at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31 and remain closed on Wednesday, January 1. Happy New Year!
Community Weaving Project
Thanksgiving Library Hours
Beaman Browser Winter 2024
Delayed Opening

Beaman Browser Fall 2024

By Jessica Wright | August 1, 2024 | Comments Off on Beaman Browser Fall 2024

Internet and Computers Update

By Jessica Wright | July 10, 2024 | Comments Off on Internet and Computers Update

Beaman Libary’s internet and computers are being serviced this Friday, July 12 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Please plan your in-library computer use for after 11:00 a.m. or call ahead to find out if the internet is working.

July 4

By Jessica Wright | June 20, 2024 | Comments Off on July 4

The Library will be closed on Thursday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. The Library will reopen on Friday, July 5 at 10:00 a.m.

Juneteenth

By Jessica Wright | June 5, 2024 | Comments Off on Juneteenth

The Library will be closed on Wednesday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. The Library will reopen on Thursday, June 20 at 10:00 a.m.

Summer Saturday Hours

By Jessica Wright | May 27, 2024 | Comments Off on 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!

Memorial Day

By Jessica Wright | May 11, 2024 | Comments Off on 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.

Read, Renew, Repeat with Beaman Library This Summer!

By Jessica Wright | May 10, 2024 | Comments Off on Read, Renew, Repeat with Beaman Library This Summer!

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…

MA Teen Choice Book Award Nominees

By Jessica Wright | April 18, 2024 | Comments Off on MA Teen Choice Book Award Nominees

Voting is open until September 20! Voting is open to all teens in Massachusetts and is open from September 1-20, 2024. Teens can to vote by submitting a paper ballot at Beaman Library. There is no minimum number of nominated books that must be read – teens can vote even if they have only read…

The Tiny Art Show

By Jessica Wright | April 15, 2024 | Comments Off on The Tiny Art Show

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.

The Golden Ticket

By Jessica Wright | April 1, 2024 | Comments Off on The Golden Ticket

Ongoing in April and May “Wouldn’t it be something, Charlie, to open a bar of candy and see a Golden Ticket glistening inside!” (Dahl, 1964, p. 21). During the months of April and May books in the Teen collection will have Golden Tickets hidden inside. If a Golden Ticket is found inside an item you…