December 2021

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Wednesday, December 12:00—2:30 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Town Hill (weather permitting)Norfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Wiggly Ones September-December Series

Wiggly Ones September-December SeriesA program that will involve lots of gross stuff that you aren't allowed to play with at home!  Ages 3-5. We encourage you to attend with your child and have fun together, but they can attend alone. However, an adult must remain on the library campus.…Learn More

Wednesday, December 15:00—5:45 PMTeen SpaceNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Teen Advisory Board

Teen Advisory BoardTAB works with the Youth Librarian to improve teen programs, the Teen Space in the library, and the YA book collection. Basically, the mission of TAB is to take ownership of teen services at the library and help turn the it into what you want the library…Learn More

Wednesday, December 16:00—7:45 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Daisy Troop 64067

Community RoomGirl Scouts Daisy Troop 64067 December MeetingContact Info:Jessica Rockjess. rock@outlook. com

Wednesday, December 17:00—8:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

A Creepy Christmas: Virtual Program with Jeff Belanger

A Creepy Christmas: Virtual Program with Jeff BelangerJoin us virtually as Jeff Belanger discusses New England Legends: Creepy Christmas!Based on Jeff Belanger’s New England Legends “Creepy Christmas” special that aired on PBS! Remember the famous Christmas song which goes, “There’ll be scary ghost stories and tales of the glories of Christmases long long ago…”? So what happened to the scary stories? Jeff Belanger brings the spooky back to the yuletide time of year with Creepy Christmas.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 25:30—6:15 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Town Hill (weather permitting)Norfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Young Readers Club

Young Readers ClubA new book club for kids and their guardians!Kids grades 2 and 3 with a guardian are welcome to join Young Readers Club! We will read a book for each meeting and discuss the book, it's place in our diverse world, as well as broader discussions about diversity in our community.…Learn More
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Friday, December 311:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Knitting & Crocheting

Knitting & Crocheting Do you love to knit or crochet? If so, bring your yarn and knitting needles for our informal knitting group where you can work on projects, socialize, and share advice. Please note that this is not a knitting class. No instruction will be provided, although participants are usually willing to help each other if issues occur.…Learn More
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Sunday, December 5Library Closed

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Monday, December 6All DayLobbyNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Lit Loot

Sign up to receive a monthly book bundle from the library! Lit Loot is for grades 7-12Fill out this form to sign up for a monthly themed book bundle containing a personalized library book pick (must be returned), snack, craft, and a couple of goodies! Sign up for every month! Bundles are available to pick up on the first Monday of every month in the lobby of the Library.…Learn More

Monday, December 6All DayLobbyNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Tween Takeout

Sign up to receive a monthly book bundle from the library! Tween Takeout is for grades 4-6Fill out this form to sign up for a monthly themed book bundle containing a personalized library book pick (must be returned), snack, craft, and a couple of goodies! Sign up for every month! Bundles are available to pick up on the first Monday of every month in the lobby of the Library.…Learn More

Monday, December 6All DayLobbyNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Cooking Club -- Hot Chocolate Bombs

Cooking Club -- Hot Chocolate BombsGrades 4-12Get a cooking kit, complete with ALL the ingredients you need to make a fun and easy recipe!  Show off what you made by sending pictures to Courtney at callen@sailsinc. org, directly to Instagram @NorfolkPL or via Snapchat @NPLteen(May need milk, eggs, or other perishable but common ingredients, see description below.…Learn More

Monday, December 610:30—11:15 AMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Music with Miss Jenn

Come have fun with this great music and movement class with Miss Jenn! We will be inside the community room for the winter. 10 families total will be admitted. Masks are required for everyone over 2 years old.

Monday, December 63:00—4:00 PMTeen SpaceNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Teen Book Club

Teen Book ClubJoin us each month to discuss a book chosen by the club, and bring your ideas for future reads! Open to grades 7-12. This month's book: The Scapegracers by Hannah Abigail Clarke (again). Copies will be available at the circulation desk--no need to place a hold! This meeting will take place in the Teen Space inside the library.…Learn More

Monday, December 67:30—9:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Virtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

CANCELED - Watch. Read. Listen. Engage. How to Become an Antiracist Discussion Series

Watch. Read. Listen. Engage. How to Become an Antiracist Discussion SeriesJoin us on the first Monday evening of each scheduled month at 7:30 pm for Watch. Read. Listen. Engage. How to Become an Antiracist Discussion Series.   Discussion group activities will include watching movies, listening to podcasts, and reading books (both fiction and nonfiction)  in advance of our meetings that will help educate about systemic racism, prejudice, white privilege and what it means to be a black person in our society.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 711:30 AM—12:30 PMSchoolhouseNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Taste of Poetry

Taste of PoetryBring 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 More

Tuesday, December 71:00—2:15 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, December 77:30—9:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Norfolk Town Center Condominiums Annual Owners Meeting

Community RoomAnnual Meeting to cover financial information and activities which have occurred during the past yearContact Info:Ray Cisnerosrjcisneros9@gmail. com
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Wednesday, December 82:00—2:30 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Town Hill (weather permitting)Norfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Wiggly Ones September-December Series

Wiggly Ones September-December SeriesA program that will involve lots of gross stuff that you aren't allowed to play with at home!  Ages 3-5. We encourage you to attend with your child and have fun together, but they can attend alone. However, an adult must remain on the library campus.…Learn More

Wednesday, December 86:00—7:30 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Advanced Dungeons and Dragons

In grades 4-8? Love to play D&D and need a group? Come play virtually with the library!You should be able to understand D&D well with minimal guidance.  If you're looking to learn how to play, check out the beginner's group on the 2nd Saturday of the month!Register once to commit to 4 months (4 sessions).…Learn More

Wednesday, December 86:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Garden Club of Norfolk Holiday Party

Community RoomEach member will make a candle centerpiece. Our holiday party is a potluck dinner so feel free to bring your favorite dish to share. The Hospitality Committee will provide dessert and beverages. Contact Info:Susan McCarthysalamandersue@comcast. net
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Thursday, December 93:30—4:30 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Gingerbread House Workshop

Gingerbread House WorkshopPick up a kit complete with all the things you need to make your own gingerbread house. Join Mandy from WickedGoodHenna for a virtual lesson on how to construct your gingerbread house.  One kit is perfect for one family to do together, so register one person per family.…Learn More

Thursday, December 97:00—8:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Read It and Eat It

Read It and Eat ItEach meeting we will be discussing a different chef or cuisine. Copies of the books we will be discussing will be available at the circulation desk. Bring a dish and join other local foodies to talk about what you made, what you liked or did not like, get recipes, and more! Registration for each individual meeting is required.…Learn More
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Friday, December 1011:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Knitting & Crocheting

Knitting & Crocheting Do you love to knit or crochet? If so, bring your yarn and knitting needles for our informal knitting group where you can work on projects, socialize, and share advice. Please note that this is not a knitting class. No instruction will be provided, although participants are usually willing to help each other if issues occur.…Learn More
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Saturday, December 1110:00 AM—2:00 PMLobbyNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Winter Workshop

Winter WorkshopCome and make holiday decorations in this creative workshop! Members of the Teen Advisory Board are selling winter themes craft kits priced from 50 cents to $2. 00 and are available to assist children with putting their kits together. All proceeds…Learn More

Saturday, December 1110:30 AM—1:30 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Chess Playing with Game of Kings

Chess Playing with Game of KingsThe Game of Kings is coming to the Norfolk Library on the second Saturday of every month from 10:30am to 1:30pm. Teens/adults and any skill levels welcome to join in and play a game of chess! You may bring your own chess board, but it's not required.

Saturday, December 111:00—3:00 PMVirtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

CANCELED - Dungeons and Dragons for Beginners

Dungeons and Dragons for BeginnersAlways wanted to play Dungeons and Dragons but didn't know how to get started? Liam can help! He has been playing D&D for a long time with his friends and now wants to teach you in our new D&D virtual club for grades 4-8, specifically for those who have never played before or barely played at all.…Learn More
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Sunday, December 12Library Closed

Sunday, December 121:00—4:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Sunday Spinners

Community RoomWe bring our spinning wheels for an afternoon of spinning yarn, fiber projects and good conversation. Contact Info: Kris Bentkrisbent@msn. com
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Wednesday, December 152:00—2:30 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Town Hill (weather permitting)Norfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Wiggly Ones September-December Series

Wiggly Ones September-December SeriesA program that will involve lots of gross stuff that you aren't allowed to play with at home!  Ages 3-5. We encourage you to attend with your child and have fun together, but they can attend alone. However, an adult must remain on the library campus.…Learn More

Wednesday, December 156:00—8:00 PMLoungeNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Cub Scouts - Wolf Den

LoungeDen meeting for cub-scout Wolf DenContact Info:Christian Pudduckhome@christianpudduck. co. uk
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Thursday, December 167:00—8:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

No Fail Crafts for Adults

Enjoy an evening of crafting with all materials provided. Great for all skill levels. Open to adults 18+. Registration is required. In the event that in-person programming cannot continue due to COVID, this will be turned into a take home craft that registrants would pick up.…Learn More
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Friday, December 1711:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Knitting & Crocheting

Knitting & Crocheting Do you love to knit or crochet? If so, bring your yarn and knitting needles for our informal knitting group where you can work on projects, socialize, and share advice. Please note that this is not a knitting class. No instruction will be provided, although participants are usually willing to help each other if issues occur.…Learn More
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Sunday, December 19Library Closed

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Monday, December 203:30—4:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

CANCELED - Mindful Monday

Mindful MondayStressed or overwhelmed? Need to get away for a breather? Join us on the 3rd Monday of each month for a brief and relaxed mindfulness session -- including guided meditation, stretching (for those inclined), and discussions about mindfulness myths and strategies.
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Tuesday, December 212:00—3:00 PMNorfolk Council on AgingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

NPL/COA Book Group

The Norfolk Public Library, in partnership with the Council on Aging, is hosting a book group that will meet on the third Tuesday of every month. In nice weather, we will be meeting in person outside at the Senior Center. If inclement weather, we'll be inside meeting socially distanced.…Learn More
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Friday, December 24Library Closed

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Saturday, December 25Library Closed

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Sunday, December 26Library Closed

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Friday, December 3111:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Knitting & Crocheting

Knitting & Crocheting Do you love to knit or crochet? If so, bring your yarn and knitting needles for our informal knitting group where you can work on projects, socialize, and share advice. Please note that this is not a knitting class. No instruction will be provided, although participants are usually willing to help each other if issues occur.…Learn More

Friday, December 3111:30 AM—12:00 PMTake and Make KitNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056
Virtual MeetingNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

"Noon" Years Eve

"Noon" Years EveCelebrate the new year without messing with bedtimes. Register below to reserve your "Noon" Years Eve Party Kit and to get Zoom meeting information for our celebration party! Pick up your kits 12/27 - 12/30Kit and virtual party geared towards families and kids 3 and up, but all are welcome.…Learn More