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Monday, April 11:00—2:30 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Zoom
Knitting Club
Sit and knit (or crochet) in company! Monday afternoons from 1-2:30 PM. We are offering two options for meeting: In-person in the Program Room of the Library or online via Zoom. If you would like to join the online meetings, please call the Reference Desk at (508)210-5569All are welcome from beginners to experienced.…Learn More
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Tuesday, April 24:20—5:05 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Beginner Birding With Hands-On Nature
The birds are coming out for spring and it’s the perfect time to start birding! Learn about common birds in Massachusetts and how to identify them by look or call. Make a simple feeder to take home and attract birds to your own yard!This program is…Learn More
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Wednesday, April 34:20—5:20 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Lego Club
It’s time for the Lego Labyrinth. Everyone will build one room of this massive maze, which will be on display in the Children’s Room!This program is for ages 6+. For children ages 4-5 we have Lego Jr. We request that you only register for one of the two Lego Club sessions this month.
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Thursday, April 410:00—10:30 AMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Lapsit Story Time
Join Miss Rachel for songs, short picture book stories, and more. This story time will focus on routine, repetition and early literacy skills like ABC’s and 123’sThis program is for ages 2 and under.
Thursday, April 411:00—11:30 AMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Pre-K Story Time
Join Mr. Kevin for lots of laughs and fun stories! This story time will focus on picture book stories, and include some games or activities, and of course Mr. Kevin’s great sense of humor!This program is for ages 3-6.
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Saturday, April 61:00—1:30 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Mother Goose Story Time
Mother Goose herself is visiting to share some of her favorite stories during the town-wide spring fest! Check out the craft in the Children's Room after story time.
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Monday, April 81:00—2:30 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Zoom
Knitting Club
Sit and knit (or crochet) in company! Monday afternoons from 1-2:30 PM. We are offering two options for meeting: In-person in the Program Room of the Library or online via Zoom. If you would like to join the online meetings, please call the Reference Desk at (508)210-5569All are welcome from beginners to experienced.…Learn More
Monday, April 83:00—5:00 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Tabletop Taste Test
Come check out our selection of board games and Magic the Gathering decks, or bring your favorite game from home to share with friends. Snacks and a friendly, games-loving librarian will be available!This program is intended for grades 6 and up.
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Tuesday, April 93:45—5:45 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Dungeons and Dragons 101
Get ready to roll! Learn the basics of D&D including character creation, combat, and roleplaying. This program is intended for new players. If you are an older teen or tween registering yourself, please put your information in the 'Child' field as well as the 'Caregiver' field.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 96:30—7:30 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Cooking Club
Please see the Reference Desk for details
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Wednesday, April 104:20—5:20 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Lego Club
It’s time for the Lego Labyrinth. Everyone will build one room of this massive maze, which will be on display in the Children’s Room!This program is for ages 6+. For children ages 4-5 we have Lego Jr. We request that you only register for one of the two Lego Club sessions this month.
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Thursday, April 1110:00—10:30 AMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Lapsit Story Time
Join Miss Rachel for songs, short picture book stories, and more. This story time will focus on routine, repetition and early literacy skills like ABC’s and 123’sThis program is for ages 2 and under.
Thursday, April 1111:00—11:30 AMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Pre-K Story Time
Join Mr. Kevin for lots of laughs and fun stories! This story time will focus on picture book stories, and include some games or activities, and of course Mr. Kevin’s great sense of humor!This program is for ages 3-6.
Thursday, April 114:20—5:05 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Lego Jr.
It’s time for the Lego Labyrinth. Everyone will build one room of this massive maze, which will be on display in the Children’s Room!This program is for children ages 4-5. For older children we have Lego Club.
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Monday, April 15All DayChildren's RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Program RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Reference Desk PickupGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Library Closed
The Library will be closed Monday, April 15th, 2024. The Library will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday, April 16th @ 9:30 AM
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Tuesday, April 16All DayChildren's RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Brick Week
There will be Lego and Duplo bricks to build with in the Children’s Room for April break!
Tuesday, April 166:00—7:00 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Learn the Ukulele
No experience necessary. Ukuleles provided. Ages 16+.
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Tuesday, April 16All DayChildren's RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Brick Week
There will be Lego and Duplo bricks to build with in the Children’s Room for April break!
Wednesday, April 1710:30—11:30 AMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Mornings with Maggie!
Stop by for a moment of joy--no registration necessary!
Wednesday, April 173:45—5:45 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Dungeons and Dragons One-Shot
Join the party for a one-shot adventure! The adventure is for 3rd and 4th level characters, new and experienced players are all welcome!If you are an older teen or tween registering yourself, please put your information in the 'Child' field as well as the 'Caregiver' field.…Learn More
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Tuesday, April 16All DayChildren's RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Brick Week
There will be Lego and Duplo bricks to build with in the Children’s Room for April break!
Thursday, April 186:00—7:00 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
BEGINNING WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP with Bronwyn Teixeira
Join us to learn how to paint the serene scene above. All supplies are included in this workshop for watercolor beginners. Come for detailed instructions, as well as insight into Bronwyn’s favorite papers, brushes, books, techniques and more.
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Tuesday, April 16All DayChildren's RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Brick Week
There will be Lego and Duplo bricks to build with in the Children’s Room for April break!
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Monday, April 221:00—2:30 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Zoom
Knitting Club
Sit and knit (or crochet) in company! Monday afternoons from 1-2:30 PM. We are offering two options for meeting: In-person in the Program Room of the Library or online via Zoom. If you would like to join the online meetings, please call the Reference Desk at (508)210-5569All are welcome from beginners to experienced.…Learn More
Monday, April 223:00—5:00 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Tabletop Taste Test
Come check out our selection of board games and Magic the Gathering decks, or bring your favorite game from home to share with friends. Snacks and a friendly, games-loving librarian will be available!This program is intended for grades 6 and up.
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Tuesday, April 234:20—5:05 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Recycling Craft With Jenna Bailey
Celebrate Earth Day with a recycled art project led by Jenna Bailey of Burlap Bee. This program is intended for grades K-5.
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Wednesday, April 246:00—7:00 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Learn the Ukulele
No experience necessary. Ukuleles provided. Ages 16+.
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Thursday, April 2510:00—10:30 AMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Lapsit Story Time
Join Miss Rachel for songs, short picture book stories, and more. This story time will focus on routine, repetition and early literacy skills like ABC’s and 123’sThis program is for ages 2 and under.
Thursday, April 2511:00—11:30 AMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Pre-K Story Time
Join Mr. Kevin for lots of laughs and fun stories! This story time will focus on picture book stories, and include some games or activities, and of course Mr. Kevin’s great sense of humor!This program is for ages 3-6.
Thursday, April 254:20—5:05 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Graphic Novel Book Club
Read and discuss Salt Magic by Hope Larson and learn about art and making comics!"Twelve-year-old Vonceil cannot wait for her older brother Elber to come home to the family farm in Oklahoma after serving on the front lines of World War I. But the young man who greets her at the train station is serious and responsible, not the fun-loving brother she remembers, and he doesn't have time for her anymore-- especially not after he marries his plain, boring, childhood sweetheart.…Learn More
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Friday, April 2610:00—11:00 AMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Read, Build, Play!
Join us to read, build, and play with Community Connections! All activities relate to STEM: science, technology, engineering and math. Come have fun and learn while creating! Children expand their problem-solving skills, while developing social skills with kids their own age as they build.…Learn More
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Saturday, April 2710:00—10:45 AMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Music for All Ages 3-5
Join us for our new Music for All program, a 4-week music appreciation and instruction class for kids of all abilities. With small class sizes and thoughtful instruction, kids will experience the joy of making music as a group. We will explore all kinds of instruments, sounds and rhythms, with classes designed to be inclusive and accessible to all.…Learn More
Saturday, April 2711:00—11:45 AMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Music for All Ages 6-10
Join us for our new Music for All program, a 4-week music appreciation and instruction class for kids of all abilities. With small class sizes and thoughtful instruction, kids will experience the joy of making music as a group. We will explore all kinds of instruments, sounds and rhythms, with classes designed to be inclusive and accessible to all.…Learn More
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Monday, April 291:00—2:30 PMProgram RoomGale Free Library23 Highland Street, Holden, MA, 01520
Zoom
Knitting Club
Sit and knit (or crochet) in company! Monday afternoons from 1-2:30 PM. We are offering two options for meeting: In-person in the Program Room of the Library or online via Zoom. If you would like to join the online meetings, please call the Reference Desk at (508)210-5569All are welcome from beginners to experienced.…Learn More
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