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.

Beaman Birthday Bash
Beaman Birthday Bash
You are invited to the Beaman Birthday Bash, a fundraiser to benefit the Friends of Beaman Memorial Library Endowment, on Friday, April 10 at 7:00 p.m. The event will take place at The Manor, 42 West Boylston St., West Boylston. Tickets are $25 and are available in advance at the Library or at the door the night of the event.
At the event, you will have the opportunity to show your support for your Library by bidding on a variety of items in our silent auction. Attendees can sample craft beers from local breweries, enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments, and take in live music by the Russo Brothers Jazz Quintet.
All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Beaman Library Endowment. Call 508-835-3711 for more information or to make a donation to our auction.
Ramp Closed
Saturday Programs Cancelled 2/7
Ramp Closed
New Year’s Day Closure

Memorial Day

By Beaman Library | May 11, 2025 | Comments Off on Memorial Day

The Library will be closed Saturday, May 24 in observance of Memorial Day. The Library will reopen on Tuesday, May 27 at 10:00 a.m.

Opening at Noon Saturday 4/12

By Michael Long - Director | April 12, 2025 | Comments Off on Opening at Noon Saturday 4/12

Due to weather conditions, the library will be open at Noon on Saturday, April 12th. Programs have been cancelled. Stay safe!

Massachusetts Teen Choice Book Award Nominees

By Beaman Library | April 8, 2025 | Comments Off on Massachusetts Teen Choice Book Award Nominees

The 2025 MA Teen Choice Book Awards list is here! Meet the 21 nominees for the 2025 Mass Teen Choice Book Award! This is the only award in the Bay State that invites students in grades 7-12 to vote for their favorite recently published books. * AISLE NINE by Ian X. Cho * AMERICA REDUX…

Tiny Art Show for Teens

By Beaman Library | April 1, 2025 | Comments Off on Tiny Art Show for Teens

The Tiny Art Show for Teens Returns! Kits Available Through the Month of April To participate, register online to reserve an art kit. Bring your kit home to create your tiny masterpiece to be included in the Library’s Tiny Art Show display between May 1 and May 31. Participating artists will be entered into an…

Snack-It Bracket for Teens

By Beaman Library | March 4, 2025 | Comments Off on Snack-It Bracket for Teens

And the winner is….. HONEY MUSTARD PRETZEL BITES! Ninety Snack-It Bracket Kits were handed out to teen patrons this month. And, after many taste tests were conducted and votes were cast, the teen patrons have determined the best chip!

Movie Madness at Beaman Library

By Beaman Library | March 1, 2025 | Comments Off on Movie Madness at Beaman Library

March is bracket season! Thirty two of the best movies of all-time (as rated by IMDb) will enter the first round of Movie Madness. The two movies with the most votes en route to the Final Four will be shown in the Library on Wednesday, March 26 and Thursday, March 27 at 5:30 p.m. No…

Tuesday 2/18 Morning Programs Postponed

By Michael Long - Director | February 18, 2025 | Comments Off on Tuesday 2/18 Morning Programs Postponed

Due to the weather conditions, programs scheduled for the morning of Tuesday, February 18th are postponed. Afternoon programs will take place as scheduled. The Library will open at 10 AM. If visiting the Library, please enter through the Newton Street entrance. Stay safe!

Delayed Opening

By Beaman Library | February 12, 2025 | Comments Off on Delayed Opening

Due to the predicted weather, the Library will open at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 13. Please continue to check the website or call the Library for continued updates.

Love Your Library

By Beaman Library | January 30, 2025 | Comments Off on Love Your Library

There are a lot of reasons to love your Library! While we here at the Library have our reasons why we love what we do, we want to hear what you love about the Library. Next time you stop by during the month of February, please leave a note on one of the provided Valentine’s…

Beaman Browser Spring 2025

By Beaman Library | January 1, 2025 | Comments Off on Beaman Browser Spring 2025