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.

Opening at Noon Saturday 4/12

April 12, 2025

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

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Massachusetts Teen Choice Book Award Nominees

April 8, 2025

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…

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Tiny Art Show for Teens

April 1, 2025

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…

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Snack-It Bracket for Teens

March 4, 2025

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!

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Thanksgiving Library Hours

By Jessica Wright | November 13, 2024 | Comments Off on Thanksgiving Library Hours

The Library will close at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27 and remain closed on Thursday, November 28. Happy Thanksgiving!

Beaman Browser Winter 2024

By Jessica Wright | November 13, 2024 | Comments Off on Beaman Browser Winter 2024

Delayed Opening

By Jessica Wright | November 7, 2024 | Comments Off on Delayed Opening

Beaman Library will have a delayed opening Friday, November 8. The Library will open at 11:00 a.m.so that staff may attend a training event.

Consumer Reports

By Jessica Wright | November 7, 2024 | Comments Off on Consumer Reports

Smart and savvy buying tips are just a few clicks away! Our library provides free access to ConsumerReports.org, a buying advice tool that will ensure you get the best deal or product. You can use it to find reliable ratings and reviews for thousands of products and help you make the most of your time…

New Mind+Body Wellness Resource

By Jessica Wright | October 1, 2024 | Comments Off on New Mind+Body Wellness Resource

Beaman Library now provides access to Hiveclass, an e-learning platform that makes it fun and easy to access high-quality, educational videos across 18+ sports and wellness activities. With countless skill-based videos available in English and Spanish, you can learn the fundamentals of:  * Aquatics * Basketball * Dance * Field Hockey * Fitness * Gymnastics…

POSTPONED – Friends Annual Book Sale

By Jessica Wright | September 16, 2024 | Comments Off on POSTPONED – Friends Annual Book Sale

The Friends of the Beaman Library Annual Book Sale has been POSTPONED. Please see below for new dates. When: Friday, October 18, 5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m., Current Friends Members Only* Saturday, October 19 and Sunday, October 20, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. (All are welcome.) Where: Beaman Library Stiles Room Why: All proceeds pay for library programs, events,…

Community Weaving Project

By Jessica Wright | September 3, 2024 | Comments Off on Community Weaving Project

During the winter months, a community weaving project will be set up in the Teen Space. Stop by the Library and add your own piece(s) to the project using the materials provided.

Fall Saturday Hours

By Jessica Wright | September 2, 2024 | Comments Off on Fall Saturday Hours

Effective Saturday, September 7, Beaman Library’s Saturday hours will extend to 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thank you to the College of the Holy Cross for this generous gift!

Labor Day

By Jessica Wright | August 14, 2024 | Comments Off on Labor Day

The Library will be closed on Saturday, August 31 in observance of Labor Day. The Library will reopen on Tuesday, September 3 at 10:00 a.m.

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.