Library News

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Juneteenth Closure

June 9, 2026

The Library will be closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. The Library will reopen on Saturday, June 20 at 9:00 a.m.

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Beaman Browser Summer 2026

June 3, 2026
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Summer Saturday Hours

May 29, 2026

Beginning May 30, the Library’s Summer Saturday hours will take effect with open hours changing to 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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Library Closed Saturday 5/23 for Memorial Day

May 20, 2026

The Beaman Memorial Public Library will be closed on Saturday, May 23rd in observance of Memorial Day.

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NEW! Anime Collection

April 14, 2026

Introducing our new anime collection! Located by the elevator on the Main Floor, our budding anime collection is filled with current favorites, all-time classics, and movies from popular anime franchises!

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Beaman Browser Spring 2026

April 9, 2026
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Internet Outage 4/8/26

April 8, 2026

The Library is currently experiencing an internet outage. Patrons should bring their library card with them to check out items, as we are not able to look up accounts at this time. Public computer services and printing are not available. We will provide an update when service is restored.

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Beaman Birthday Bash

April 1, 2026

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…

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Ramp Closed

February 24, 2026

Due to unsafe conditions, the Newton Street ramp is closed today. If you need assistance while the ramp is closed, curbside pickup is available. For curbside, call (508)-835-3711, select option 0, and let us know where to meet you.

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Saturday Programs Cancelled 2/7

February 7, 2026

Programs scheduled for Saturday, February 7th have been cancelled due to snowy conditions. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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