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.

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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Ramp Closed

January 28, 2026

Due to falling ice, the ramp on Newton Street is closed today, February 5th. If you need assistance while the ramp is closed, curbside pickup is available. For curbside, please call (508)-835-3711, select option 0, and let us know where to meet you.

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New Year’s Day Closure

December 30, 2025

The Library will be closing at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31st and remain closed through Thursday, January 1st in observance of New Year’s Day. The Library will reopen at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 2nd.

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Christmas Day Closure

December 23, 2025

The Library will close at 3:00 p.m. on December 24th and remain closed through December 25th in observance of Christmas. The Library will reopen at 10:00 a.m. on December 26th.

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Beaman Library’s Cookbook Collection

By Beaman Library | December 1, 2023 | Comments Off on Beaman Library’s Cookbook Collection

Winter is the perfect time to cook. It’s cold and gray outside, so why not spend some time warming up in the kitchen? And with Beaman’s collection of international cookbooks, you can take a trip to sunnier climes via your kitchen table! Start your day with Migas Con Huevo in Mexico City, hop over to…

Holiday Hours

By Beaman Library | November 13, 2023 | Comments Off on Holiday Hours

The Library will close at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22 and remain closed on Thursday, November 23 so that staff may observe the holiday. The Library will reopen on Friday, November 24 at 10:00 a.m. Happy Thanksgiving!

Winter Gift Shop & Raffle

By Beaman Library | November 10, 2023 | Comments Off on Winter Gift Shop & Raffle

The Friends of the Beaman Library are hosting a Winter Gift Shop & Raffle! A variety of puzzles, books, candles, and soaps are available for purchase. Raffle tickets for a chance to win a ‘Warm Winter Wishes’ gift basket or a print of the town gazebo by artist Mark Waitkus are also available. All items…

Veterans Day Closing

By Beaman Library | October 20, 2023 | Comments Off on Veterans Day Closing

The Library will be closed on Friday, November 10 and Saturday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. The Library will reopen on Tuesday, November 14 at 10:00 a.m.

Stream for Free with Kanopy

By Beaman Library | September 29, 2023 | Comments Off on Stream for Free with Kanopy

Kanopy is a streaming service that offers thoughtful, high quality streaming content. From classic cinema, to award-winning documentaries and new releases, you’ll be sure to find something to watch on Kanopy. For younger audiences, Kanopy Kids offers a curated collection of age-appropriate content featuring the best children’s programming, including favorites from PBS Kids, Sesame Street,…

Telegram & Gazette

By Beaman Library | September 12, 2023 | Comments Off on Telegram & Gazette

Accessing Newsbank’s Telegram & Gazette archive is easy! From the Beaman Library website, click on “Digital Resources & Apps” under the Research tab. Scroll to find a link to the T&G archive, where you can log-in with your Beaman Library card number to search a vast Telegram & Gazette database that includes every article published…

Extended Saturday Hours

By Beaman Library | September 5, 2023 | Comments Off on Extended Saturday Hours

Effective Saturday, September 9, the Library’s Saturday hours will change to 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thank you to the College of the Holy Cross for this generous gift!

Battleship! for Teens

By Beaman Library | September 1, 2023 | Comments Off on Battleship! for Teens

Stop by the Library throughout the fall for an opportunity to play the classic naval combat game of Battleship. Instead of a traditional game board, this oversized version of Battleship will take place on a community bulletin board. Each time you visit the Library and check out an item, you will have a chance to…

Button Making for Teens

By Beaman Library | May 17, 2023 | Comments Off on Button Making for Teens

Express your ideas with a button as unique as you! Stop by the Teen Space and use the supplies provided to create your button design. A staff member will press the button for you and then you can adorn your backpack or jacket with your one-of-a-kind button! Supplies will be available throughout the months of…

Summer 2023: Find Your Voice!

By Beaman Library | May 16, 2023 | Comments Off on Summer 2023: Find Your Voice!

  Summer is here and Beaman Library has an exciting Summer Reading Program, Find Your Voice! planned for readers of all ages. Summer Reading Program for Adults    Our annual Summer Reading Program for Adults will take place during the months of June, July, and August! Visit Beaman Library’s Beanstack page to register for the…