Calendar

Beaman Library has events for everyone. They are color-coded here by audience:  Children's events are blue, Teens are Green, Adult events are in red. Click on the event title on the calendar, and the details of the event will show. There is a search and sort box, just to the left of the month/year at the top of the calendar.

Teen's Events are in Green

Children's Events are in Blue

Adult's Events are in Red

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The Tiny Art Show
April 2, 2024 - April 26, 2024    
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Tiny Art Show Returns! Kits Available Throughout the Month of April To participate, register online to reserve an art kit. Bring your kit home [...]
Books and Blankies
April 2, 2024    
10:15 am - 11:00 am
An early literacy program that runs in 6-week sessions during the school year. We have books, lap bounces, instrument play, parachute fun, and bubbles! For [...]
Books and Blankies
April 2, 2024    
11:15 am - 12:00 pm
An early literacy program that runs in 6-week sessions during the school year. We have books, lap bounces, instrument play, parachute fun, and bubbles! For [...]
Teen Advisory Group
April 2, 2024    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join the Teen Advisory Group (TAG) and advise the Teen Librarian about programming offered by the Library, collection development (i.e. book and video game purchases), [...]
Virtual - Celebrating a Book Birthday with Author Megumi Inouye: "The Soul of Gift Wrapping"
April 2, 2024    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
We are celebrating the release of Megumi's's book, "The Soul of Gift Wrapping Creative Techniques for Expressing Gratitude, Inspired by the Japanese Art of Giving" [...]
National Crayon Day
April 3, 2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The Library’s crayons have all quit and gone on vacation!  Help us find them with a scavenger hunt around the Library before we welcome them [...]
Mother Goose Story Time
April 4, 2024    
10:15 am - 10:45 am
This gentle literacy program is for families with young children ages 0 through 5.  There will be songs, stories, simple sign language, lap bounces, connections [...]
Lunch Bunch
April 4, 2024    
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Four- and five-year-olds are invited to enjoy lunch with friends, listen to a story, and engage in crafts and activities to support school readiness skill [...]
Open Play After Hours Gaming Event
April 5, 2024    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
One Up Games is back with another video game free play event! Explore virtual worlds with the Oculus Quest, or play the latest titles on [...]
Seed Swap
April 6, 2024    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Swap flower and/or vegetable seeds with your fellow local gardeners.
Drop-in Story Time
April 6, 2024    
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Stop by, hear some fun stories, and make some new friends!
Music and Movement
April 6, 2024    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join Ms. Meredith for some stretching, music, movement, and fun for all children and their caregivers.
Music and Movement
April 6, 2024    
11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Join Ms. Meredith as she shares her love of music and movement with you and your children.  The class will have stretching exercises, dancing, and [...]
Settlers of Catan
April 6, 2024    
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Join other teens to play Catan, a board game that requires strategic resource management as you settle a new world and attempt to create the [...]
Virtual - Celebrating a Book Birthday with Romance Author Dana Hawkins: "In Walked Trouble"
April 8, 2024    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
You know we love our book birthdays! Today, we're celebrating with romance author, Dana Hawkins, on her recent release "In Walked Trouble", the follow up [...]
Books and Blankies
April 9, 2024    
10:15 am - 11:00 am
An early literacy program that runs in 6-week sessions during the school year. We have books, lap bounces, instrument play, parachute fun, and bubbles! For [...]
Books and Blankies
April 9, 2024    
11:15 am - 12:00 pm
An early literacy program that runs in 6-week sessions during the school year. We have books, lap bounces, instrument play, parachute fun, and bubbles! For [...]
Trustees Meeting
April 9, 2024    
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The Board of Library Trustees' monthly meeting. This meeting will take place in-person at Beaman Library as well as on Zoom. To access the Zoom [...]
"Let's Go on an Adventure!" Story and Craft
April 10, 2024    
10:15 am - 10:45 am
No registration required!
Book Eaters Book Club
April 10, 2024    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us to swap book suggestions, see what fun reads are in the Children’s Room, and enjoy crafts and activities to go along with our [...]
Stress Reduction and Relaxation Yoga with Carol McGuiggan
April 10, 2024    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Experience the benefits of gentle yoga stretches, calming breath techniques, and the value of meditation. Dress for movement. Bring your yoga mat or a thick [...]
Mother Goose Story Time
April 11, 2024    
10:15 am - 10:45 am
This gentle literacy program is for families with young children ages 0 through 5.  There will be songs, stories, simple sign language, lap bounces, connections [...]
Lunch Bunch
April 11, 2024    
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Four- and five-year-olds are invited to enjoy lunch with friends, listen to a story, and engage in crafts and activities to support school readiness skill [...]
Up-Cycled Pressed Flower Lantern
April 11, 2024    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Make your own beautiful pressed flower lantern using an up-cycled glass jar. A perfect addition to your spring and summer tablescapes!
Virtual - Minimizing (or Eliminating!) Food Wastage For Families with Sarah Robertson-Barnes
April 11, 2024    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
We'll be discussing how to minimize or eliminate food wastage in your family, especially with kids. Sarah will have all kinds of ideas to take [...]
Nintendo Switch Gaming
April 12, 2024    
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Stop by the Library to play Nintendo Switch games on our huge SMART Board! One Nintendo Switch and a selection of games to play will [...]
Italian Conversation Circle
April 13, 2024    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join other Italian speakers in the community for an opportunity to speak Italian exclusively for two hours!
Drop-in Story Time
April 13, 2024    
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Stop by, hear some fun stories, and make some new friends!
Potions Class
April 16, 2024    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
In this Harry Potter-inspired workshop, we will mix a little of this and a little of that for some exciting potions!  Ages 8-11. Please note: [...]
Virtual: A Brief History of the Coast Guard with Captain Greg Ketchen (Retired)
April 16, 2024    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Massachusetts is the birthplace of the Coast Guard. America’s oldest seagoing service has an exceptionally rich history and those who have served in the Coast [...]
Craft and Chat
April 16, 2024    
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Stop by the Library to have a space to chat with friends while completing a simple craft. Shrinky Dinks will be available in April and [...]
Friends of the Beaman Library Meeting
Join the Friends of the Beaman Library to discuss library-related business.
Peep Creations (Ages 2-5)
April 17, 2024    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Make a "Peep-Tastic" artsy display inspired by this classic marshmallowy treat! For children ages 2-5. Please note: program registration is for individual and family sign-up only.  [...]
Peep Creations (Ages 6+)
April 17, 2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Make a "Peep-Tastic" artsy display inspired by this classic marshmallowy treat! For children ages 6 and up. Please note: program registration is for individual and family [...]
Worcester Youth Poet Laurate, Serenity Jackson
April 17, 2024    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Beaman Library is excited to welcome the newly appointed Worcester Youth Poet Laurate Serenity Jackson! Serenity will join our writing workshop for an evening focused [...]
Pokémon Club
April 17, 2024    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join your friends to swap, trade, play, and talk about Pokémon!  Register here receive your reminder email.
Mindful Meditation with Carol McGuiggan
April 17, 2024    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
This class is open to all individuals wishing to develop inner awareness, health, and well-being. The practice will include techniques to improve concentration, clarity of [...]
Book Discussion Group: Beryl Blue, Time Cop
Join Janet Raye Stevens, author of the Beryl Blue, Time Cop series to discuss the first book in the series. Copies of Beryl Blue, Time [...]
Book Discussion Group: Beryl Blue, Time Cop with Local Author Janet Raye Stevens
Join Janet Raye Stevens, author of the Beryl Blue, Time Cop series to discuss the first book in the series. Limited copies of Beryl Blue, [...]
Beaman Bakers Extravaganza
April 18, 2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The Beaman Bakers will show off their skills with a final presentation of baked goodies!  All are welcome to come and taste their creations.
Technology Office Hours
April 18, 2024    
2:15 pm - 5:00 pm
During this 45-minute appointment, get help with your device or technology-related questions! Call the Library to make an appointment. *By Appointment Only*
Earth Day Grass Heads
April 19, 2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Hello Spring!  We’ll make whimsical grass-head creatures to celebrate new growth and springtime fun! Ages 4-8. Please note: program registration is for individual and family [...]
Drop-in Story Time
April 20, 2024    
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Stop by, hear some fun stories, and make some new friends!
Cookies 'n Crochet Club
April 23, 2024    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Want to get “hooked” on crocheting?  Join Ms. Sue to learn how to crochet while relaxing and enjoying cookies.  For patrons in grades 4-8.
Virtual - Q&A with C.S. Harris: Author of the "Sebastian St. Cyr" Historical Mystery Series
April 23, 2024    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
We are so excited to be chatting with Historical Mystery author, C.S. Harris! We have gotten more requests for this conversation than most any other [...]
Earth Day Story and Craft
April 24, 2024    
10:15 am - 10:45 am
No registration required.
Virtual - Author Heather Wolf Discusses "Find More Birds: 111 Surprising Ways to Spot Birds Wherever You Are" Again
April 24, 2024    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
We had so much fun discussing birding with Heather, that we had to do it again. As we celebrate Earth Month (really, year!) we thought [...]
Homeschool Hangout: Fire Safety and the History of Fire
April 25, 2024    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Meet with a local firefighter and learn about the history of humankind’s relationship with fire and how to manage it safely.  All ages.
Karaoke Night
Join West Boylston Middle High School’s Tri-M Music Honor Society for an evening of karaoke! Light refreshments will be served. All ages are welcome! No [...]
Nonfiction Book Discussion Group: River of the Gods
Join us to discuss River of the Gods: Genius, Courage, and Betrayal in the Search for the Source of the Nile by Candice Millard. Copies [...]
Nintendo Switch Gaming
April 26, 2024    
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Stop by the Library to play Nintendo Switch games on our huge SMART Board! One Nintendo Switch and a selection of games to play will [...]
Italian Conversation Circle
April 27, 2024    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join other Italian speakers in the community for an opportunity to speak Italian exclusively for two hours!
Drop-in Story Time
April 27, 2024    
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Stop by, hear some fun stories, and make some new friends!
Babe Ruth Day
April 27, 2024    
11:00 am - 11:45 am
Get ready to play ball!  Learn more about the life of baseball legend Babe Ruth with a baseball story time and craft.  All ages.
Play Commander
April 27, 2024    
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
$0.00
Play the Commander format of Magic: The Gathering! This is not a teaching program, knowledge of the game is required. Two decks will be provided [...]
Books and Blankies
April 30, 2024    
10:15 am - 11:00 am
$0.00
An early literacy program that runs in 6-week sessions during the school year. We have books, lap bounces, instrument play, parachute fun, and bubbles! For [...]
Books and Blankies
April 30, 2024    
11:15 am - 12:00 pm
$0.00
An early literacy program that runs in 6-week sessions during the school year. We have books, lap bounces, instrument play, parachute fun, and bubbles! For [...]
Oatmeal Cookie Day
April 30, 2024    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$0.00
Today is Oatmeal Cookie Day! Come to the Library to learn how to make a single-serve chocolate chip oatmeal cookie to celebrate this great day!
Mother Goose Story Time
This gentle literacy program is for families with young children ages 0 through 5.  There will be songs, stories, simple sign language, lap bounces, connections [...]
Lunch Bunch
May 2, 2024    
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
$0.00
Four- and five-year-olds are invited to enjoy lunch with friends, listen to a story, and engage in crafts and activities to support school readiness skill [...]
Enchanted Book Garden
May 3, 2024    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
$0.00
What better way to give life to an old book than by turning it into an enchanted garden! All materials will be provided. As an [...]
A Visit with Local Author Andrew Hacket
May 3, 2024    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
$0.00
Local author Andrew Hacket will visit to read his new picture book Ollie the Acorn and the Mighty Idea, with snacks and activities to follow.  [...]
Drop-in Story Time
May 4, 2024    
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Stop by, hear some fun stories, and make some new friends!
Star Wars Day
May 4, 2024    
11:00 am - 11:45 am
Join us for this special Saturday morning story time all about Star Wars! We’ll read a story and do a craft.  May the Fourth be [...]
Settlers of Catan
May 4, 2024    
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
$0.00
Join other teens to play Catan, a board game that requires strategic resource management as you settle a new world and attempt to create the [...]
Events on April 2, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Books and Blankies
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Books and Blankies
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Teen Advisory Group
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 3, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
National Crayon Day
3 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 4, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Mother Goose Story Time
4 Apr 24
West Boylston
Lunch Bunch
4 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 5, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Open Play After Hours Gaming Event
5 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 6, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Seed Swap
6 Apr 24
West Boylston
Drop-in Story Time
6 Apr 24
West Boylston
Music and Movement
6 Apr 24
West Boylston
Music and Movement
6 Apr 24
West Boylston
Settlers of Catan
6 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 7, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 8, 2024
Events on April 9, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Books and Blankies
9 Apr 24
West Boylston
Books and Blankies
9 Apr 24
West Boylston
Trustees Meeting
9 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 10, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Book Eaters Book Club
10 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 11, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Mother Goose Story Time
11 Apr 24
West Boylston
Lunch Bunch
11 Apr 24
West Boylston
Up-Cycled Pressed Flower Lantern
11 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 12, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Nintendo Switch Gaming
12 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 13, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Italian Conversation Circle
13 Apr 24
West Boylston
Drop-in Story Time
13 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 14, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 15, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 16, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Potions Class
16 Apr 24
West Boylston
Craft and Chat
16 Apr 24
West Boylston
Friends of the Beaman Library Meeting
16 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 17, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Peep Creations (Ages 2-5)
17 Apr 24
West Boylston
Peep Creations (Ages 6+)
17 Apr 24
West Boylston
Pokémon Club
17 Apr 24
West Boylston
Mindful Meditation with Carol McGuiggan
17 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 18, 2024
Events on April 19, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Earth Day Grass Heads
19 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 20, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Drop-in Story Time
20 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 21, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 22, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 23, 2024
Events on April 25, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Karaoke Night
25 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 26, 2024
The Tiny Art Show
2 Apr 24
West Boylston
Nintendo Switch Gaming
26 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 27, 2024
Italian Conversation Circle
27 Apr 24
West Boylston
Drop-in Story Time
27 Apr 24
West Boylston
Babe Ruth Day
27 Apr 24
West Boylston
Play Commander
27 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on April 30, 2024
Books and Blankies
30 Apr 24
West Boylston
Books and Blankies
30 Apr 24
West Boylston
Oatmeal Cookie Day
30 Apr 24
West Boylston
Events on May 2, 2024
Mother Goose Story Time
2 May 24
West Boylston
Lunch Bunch
2 May 24
West Boylston
Events on May 3, 2024
Enchanted Book Garden
3 May 24
West Boylston
Events on May 4, 2024
Drop-in Story Time
4 May 24
West Boylston
Star Wars Day
4 May 24
West Boylston
Settlers of Catan
4 May 24
West Boylston

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