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Friday, May 111:00—11:30 AMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Story Time at Home with Miss Courtney
Miss Courtney and the creative minds at Norfolk Community Television present story time for all ages!https://www. youtube. com/watch?v=s37yo2Q116YFind more NCTV videos on their Youtube channel and visit them on Facebook and Instagram @NorfolkCable2
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Monday, May 411:00—11:15 AMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Video Baby and Toddler Story Time
Music and play for babies and their caregivers. Ages 0-16 months with an adulthttps://www. youtube. com/watch?v=d_tOJma0ESwMonday, May 47:00—8:30 PMSchoolhouseNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Friends of the Library Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Friends of the Library. New members are always welcome. Contact info:Nanci Murphynancimurphy@hotmail. com
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Tuesday, May 511:00—11:30 AMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Sing Along with Miss Meghan
Sing along to all your favorites with Miss Meghan! Click the link below when you've got your singing voice ready!https://www. youtube. com/watch?v=5jfprVTByiwTuesday, May 511:30 AM—12:30 PMSchoolhouseNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Taste of Poetry
Bring your lunch and an appetite for poetry. Each month we look at few poems by a well-known poet. We provide copies of the poems – no need to read anything in advance – and lead a discussion after reading them. All are welcome, anytime. No registration is required.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 51:00—2:30 PMSchoolhouseNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Page Turners Book Discussion Group
This lively discussion group typically meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 1 p. m. in the Schoolhouse. The reading selections are mostly fiction choices–with a sprinkling of non-fiction and classics–with an emphasis on books appealing to an eclectic taste as well as those with interesting points of discussion.…Learn More
Tuesday, May 51:00—1:30 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Crafts with Courtney -- Mother's Day
Let's get crafty! Join Miss Courtney for these fun easy-to-do crafts using materials you have around your house. Thanks to NCTV for helping put this together with us! Click on the link below to get started!https://www. youtube. com/watch?v=32XBl6s-OrI&am…Learn More6
Wednesday, May 66:30—7:00 PMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Video Pajama Story Time
Wear your pajamas and bring your favorite toy. Join Miss Meghan for this special video evening program of stories and songs! Click the link below to start the video when you're all ready!https://www. youtube. com/watch?v=4zMhdeh9kL47
Thursday, May 711:00—11:15 AMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Video Multi-Age Story Time
Everyone is welcome for stories and songs with Miss Courtney! Click the link below to start the video when you're all ready!…Learn MoreThursday, May 74:30—5:30 PMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Bookworms
Graded K-3: Join Children’s Librarian Meghan on the first and third Thursdays of the month for this new book discussion group. Come explore fantastic books, create art, play games and more! Readers not quite ready for Tween Book Club are encouraged to register for Bookworms.…Learn More8
Friday, May 811:00—11:30 AMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Story Time at Home with Miss Courtney
Miss Courtney and the creative minds at Norfolk Community Television present story time for all ages!https://www. youtube. com/watch?v=byZASoqWY44Find more NCTV videos on their Youtube channel and visit them on Facebook and Instagram @NorfolkCable9
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Monday, May 1111:00—11:15 AMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Video Baby and Toddler Story Time
Music and play for babies and their caregivers. Ages 0-16 months with an adulthttps://www. youtube. com/watch?v=rx85-_rsajw&list=PLxGzEXrVWOOOAuiAPoKMVTQaVzWtINd-5&index=8&t=1sMonday, May 111:00—1:30 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Virtual Formal Week: Throwback Photos
Rewind and see how prom was done in the old days. Ask you parents, older siblings, cousins, neighbors…whoever to share their favorite prom pics. Maybe they’re actually good…maybe they’re not! Or even better, make your own! Get in your prom outfit and strike a crazy pose.…Learn More12
Tuesday, May 1211:00 AM—12:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Coffee Talk
Grab a cup of coffee or tea and let’s talk! Topics include book, movie, and tv recommendations, suggestions for ways to stay active and occupied, and discussing current events. Drop in to connect and talk with other friends from the library. Virtual Meeting Information:Coffee Talk, 11am:2nd, 3rd, and 4th TuesdaysVideo Link: meet.…Learn More
Tuesday, May 1211:00—11:30 AMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Sing Along with Miss Meghan
Sing along to all your favorites with Miss Meghan! Click the link below when you've got your singing voice ready!https://www. youtube. com/watch?v=9Lkul5-Klk0&list=PLxGzEXrVWOOOXUH7EvF3PR-F7Ld7HOkrg&index=8&t=0sTuesday, May 121:00—1:30 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Crafts with Courtney -- Paper Flowers (Formal Week Boutonnieres/Corsages)
Let's get crafty! Join Miss Courtney for these fun easy-to-do crafts using materials you have around your house. Thanks to NCTV for helping put this together with us! Click on the link below to get started!https://www. youtube. com/watch?v=GDz_6Jgv3NwTuesday, May 122:00—3:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Coffee Talk
Grab a cup of coffee or tea and let’s talk! Topics include book, movie, and tv recommendations, suggestions for ways to stay active and occupied, and discussing current events. Drop in to connect and talk with other friends from the library. Virtual Meeting Information:Coffee Talk, 2pm:2nd, 3rd, and 4th TuesdaysVideo Link: meet.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 136:30—7:00 PMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Video Pajama Story Time
Wear your pajamas and bring your favorite toy. Join Miss Meghan for this new evening program of stories and songs!Ages 0-5 with an adultWednesday, May 137:00—9:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Virtual Formal Week: Watch Party–Back to the Future
Teens! We're having a Watch Party! Email (callen@sailsinc. org) or send a message on Snapchat (@nplteen) or Instagram (@norfolkpl) for the room link. Make sure you include your first and last name when you send your message! We'll start promptly at 7pm, so get the popcorn ready.…Learn More14
Thursday, May 1411:00—11:15 AMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Video Multi-Age Story Time
Everyone is welcome for stories and songs with Miss Courtney! Click the link below to start the video when you're all ready!…Learn MoreThursday, May 141:00—1:30 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Virtual Formal Week: Pet Prom Contest
Dress up your pet, stuffed animal, or younger sibling in the most fabulous prom outfit you can put together. Email Courtney at callen@sailsinc. org so she can post them on the library social media! Include your name, the name of your victim…er, model, and if your prom outfit has a theme.…Learn MoreThursday, May 144:00—5:00 PMSchoolhouseNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
History Book Club
History Book Club 2020 titles:March: Mornings on Horseback by David McCullough
April: Code girls: the untold story of the American women code breakers of World War II by Liza Mundy
May: Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe
June: The Plantagenets:…Learn More
Thursday, May 146:30—7:30 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
POSTPONED Exploring the Charles River: A Virtual Author Talk with Kathleen Rowe
Join us virtually as local author, Kathleen Rowe, discusses her latest book titled Exploring the Charles River. Exploring the Charles River can serve as a guide in planning a variety of excursions, while providing a brief history of the Boston area for the reader’s pleasure.…Learn More15
Friday, May 151:00—1:30 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Virtual Formal Week: Library Prom Escape Room
Can you escape from the weirdest prom ever?
Our friends at San Leandro Public Library and Arlington Public Library have set us a challenge — Fandom Crossing: A Virtual Prom Digital Escape Room.
Find the link here, or on Instagram and Facebook.…Learn More16
Saturday, May 167:00—9:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Virtual Formal Week: Teen Vogue Virtual Prom
This is it: the main event! Dress up in your best, funniest, or comfiest clothes and get ready to celebrate! #LibraryGoesToProm2002017
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Monday, May 1811:00—11:15 AMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Video Baby and Toddler Story Time
Music and play for babies and their caregivers. Ages 0-16 months with an adulthttps://www. youtube. com/watch?v=8EMualirCHw&list=PLxGzEXrVWOOOAuiAPoKMVTQaVzWtINd-5&index=9&t=0sMonday, May 181:00—2:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Monday Mindfulness
A relaxed space to practice and chat about mindfulness, with guided breathing and stretching to your comfort level. No experience necessary.
Join with Google Meet
meet. google. com/jcj-kgru-jir
Join by phone
+1 507-556-1986 PIN: 612 580 3…Learn MoreMonday, May 187:00—8:00 PMSchoolhouseNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Killer Reads: A True Crime Book Group
A book group for true crime lovers. We will meet each month to discuss a different true crime title. Books are available through Hoopla. Hard copies will be available at the circulation desk if the library has re-opened to the public. Virtual meeting information will be sent out to registrants in the event we are unable to re-open.…Learn More19
Tuesday, May 1911:00 AM—12:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Coffee Talk
Grab a cup of coffee or tea and let’s talk! Topics include book, movie, and tv recommendations, suggestions for ways to stay active and occupied, and discussing current events. Drop in to connect and talk with other friends from the library. Virtual Meeting Information:Coffee Talk, 11am:2nd, 3rd, and 4th TuesdaysVideo Link: meet.…Learn More
Tuesday, May 1911:00—11:30 AMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Sing Along with Miss Meghan
Sing along to all your favorites with Miss Meghan! Click the link below when you've got your singing voice ready!https://www. youtube. com/watch?v=3Zvux0SitIc&list=PLxGzEXrVWOOOXUH7EvF3PR-F7Ld7HOkrg&index=9&t=0sTuesday, May 192:00—3:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
NPL/COA Virtual Book Group
The Norfolk Public Library, in partnership with the Council on Aging, is starting a book group that will meet on the third Tuesday of every month at the Senior Center (28 Medway Branch). May 19: Tatooish of Auschwitz by Heather MorrisTo join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.…Learn More
Tuesday, May 192:00—3:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Coffee Talk
Grab a cup of coffee or tea and let’s talk! Topics include book, movie, and tv recommendations, suggestions for ways to stay active and occupied, and discussing current events. Drop in to connect and talk with other friends from the library. Virtual Meeting Information:Coffee Talk, 2pm:2nd, 3rd, and 4th TuesdaysVideo Link: meet.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 206:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
CANCELED - No Fail Crafts for Adults
No experience with crafts? No worries! Crafts for this program are for any skill level and all supplies are provided. Registration is required. Open to adults 18+.
May's Project: Herb PotsWednesday, May 206:30—7:00 PMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Video Pajama Story Time
Wear your pajamas and bring your favorite toy. Join Miss Meghan for this new evening program of stories and songs!Ages 0-5 with an adulthttps://www. youtube. com/watch?v=RbxwRsS7dz0&list=PLxGzEXrVWOOOkRjs7ABJw9wIyowHo-Ju_&index=10&t=0sWednesday, May 207:00—8:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Community Read Book Discussion
No better time than the present to join as a community and enjoy something together. During the month of May we will be holding discussions based on the book The Mountains Sing by Nguyen Phan Que Mai. Wednesday, May 20th at 7PM:Join Hangouts Meetmeet. google.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 2111:00—11:15 AMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Video Multi-Age Story Time
Everyone is welcome for stories and songs with Miss Courtney! Click the link below to start the video when you're all ready!
https://www. youtube. com/watch?v=g0nXmZ6nTNA&list=PLxGzEXrVWOOPyOrWIMFKLVv5LOLtN5t0B&index=10&t=0sThursday, May 211:00—2:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Community Read Book Discussion
No better time than the present to join as a community and enjoy something together. During the month of May we will be holding discussions based on the book The Mountains Sing by Nguyen Phan Que Mai. Thursday, May 21st at 1PM:Join with Google Meetmeet.…Learn More
Thursday, May 214:30—5:30 PMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Bookworms
Graded K-3: Join Children’s Librarian Meghan on the first and third Thursdays of the month for this new book discussion group. Come explore fantastic books, create art, play games and more! Readers not quite ready for Tween Book Club are encouraged to register for Bookworms.…Learn More22
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Monday, May 2511:00—11:15 AMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Video Baby and Toddler Story Time
Music and play for babies and their caregivers. Ages 0-16 months with an adulthttps://www. youtube. com/watch?v=KvompdCfiXY&list=PLxGzEXrVWOOOAuiAPoKMVTQaVzWtINd-5&index=10&t=0s26
Tuesday, May 2611:00 AM—12:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Coffee Talk
Grab a cup of coffee or tea and let’s talk! Topics include book, movie, and tv recommendations, suggestions for ways to stay active and occupied, and discussing current events. Drop in to connect and talk with other friends from the library. Virtual Meeting Information:Coffee Talk, 11am:2nd, 3rd, and 4th TuesdaysVideo Link: meet.…Learn More
Tuesday, May 2611:00—11:30 AMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Sing Along with Miss Meghan
Sing along to all your favorites with Miss Meghan! Click the link below when you've got your singing voice ready!https://www. youtube. com/watch?v=PXHMtOKdhx0&list=PLxGzEXrVWOOOXUH7EvF3PR-F7Ld7HOkrg&index=11&t=0sTuesday, May 262:00—3:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Coffee Talk
Grab a cup of coffee or tea and let’s talk! Topics include book, movie, and tv recommendations, suggestions for ways to stay active and occupied, and discussing current events. Drop in to connect and talk with other friends from the library. Virtual Meeting Information:Coffee Talk, 2pm:2nd, 3rd, and 4th TuesdaysVideo Link: meet.…Learn More
Tuesday, May 264:00—5:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Tween Book Club
Grades 4-6 Registration is required. Virtual meeting information will be sent after registering.
Join Courtney to discuss our community reads pick for elementary age patrons, Listen, Slowly by Thanhha Lai (eBook and eAudio available on Hoopla)
This remarkable and bestselling novel from Thanhha Lai, author of the National Book Award–winning and Newbery Honor Book Inside Out & Back Again, follows a young girl as she learns the true meaning of family.27
Wednesday, May 273:00—4:00 PMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Teen SpaceNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Nature Journaling
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Join us via Google Hangouts for a three-session introduction to nature journaling! We’ll start nature journaling and explore sketching, poetry, printmaking, and more to help us observe the natural world more closely and to find inspiration for our writing.…Learn MoreWednesday, May 274:00—5:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Teen Book Club
Grades 7-12 Registration is required. Virtual meeting information will be sent after registering.
Join Courtney to discuss our community reads pick for teens, The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen
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The Sympathizer is a sweeping epic of love and betrayal.…Learn MoreWednesday, May 276:30—7:00 PMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Video Pajama Story Time
Wear your pajamas and bring your favorite toy. Join Miss Meghan for this new evening program of stories and songs!Ages 0-5 with an adultWednesday, May 277:00—8:30 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
YA Book Club for Adults
Are you an adult who still enjoys YA titles? Then this book club is for you! Join fellow YA lovers at a local restaurant on the fourth Wednesday of every month to discuss young adult literature. Copies of each month's book will be available at the Circulation Desk.…Learn More28
Thursday, May 2811:00—11:15 AMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Video Multi-Age Story Time
Everyone is welcome for stories and songs with Miss Courtney! Click the link below to start the video when you're all ready!…Learn MoreThursday, May 284:00—5:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Authors Anonymous: A Creative Writing Group
Authors Anonymous brings together people that love to write and/or appreciate the art of writing. Create and share your work. Listen to and read the work of your peers. Learn to give and take critiques.
To get your creative juices flowing, we invite you to have fun with this writing prompt: What would you like to tell your younger self that you know now? Your response can be as long or as short as you'd like, but try for a minimum of one paragraph.…Learn More29
Friday, May 2911:00—11:30 AMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Story Time at Home with Miss Courtney
Miss Courtney and the creative minds at Norfolk Community Television present story time for all ages!https://www. youtube. com/watch?v=jqzIA_OT1hQ&t=1sFind more NCTV videos on their Youtube channel and visit them on Facebook and Instagram @Norf…Learn More30
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