January 2025

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Wednesday, January 1Library Closed

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Thursday, January 24:00—4:45 PMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Pikachu Posse Pokémon Club (Ages 5-7)

Pikachu Posse Pokémon Club (Ages 5-7)Young Pokémon lovers! We have a new Pokémon club just for you! This club is for ages 5-7 and will meet once a month in the Story Hour/Craft Room. Do a craft, play games, and talk endless Pokémon facts with Miss Allison and other junior trainers! We'll end each meeting with a Show-n-Share (show off your favorite card, toy, artwork you've done, etc.…Learn More
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Monday, January 67:00—8:30 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Read It and Eat It

Read It and Eat ItJoin other foodies at Read It and Eat It where each month we will be discussing different chefs, cuisines, or regions. Come share your experiments, experiences, triumphs, and tragedies from trying different recipes. Bring your favorite dish to share with the group.…Learn More

Monday, January 67:00—8:15 PMLoungeNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

GCN Board Meeting

LoungeBoard meeting for Garden Club of NorfolkContact: Launa, launa71@gmail. com
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Tuesday, January 710:30—11:15 AMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Baby Time

Baby TimeMusic and play for babies and their caregivers.   Ages 0-16 months with an adult. Join us in Story Hour Room (through the big door inside the kids' picture book room)! All toys are washed and sanitized after each session.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 71:00—3:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Watercolor Meet Up

Watercolor Meet UpDo you enjoy painting with watercolors? This group is for adult watercolor painters, all levels welcome, to gather together while painting your own projects. Join us on Tuesday afternoons for a relaxed painting session where we can share techniques, ideas, tips and projects.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 77:00—8:00 PMSchoolhouseNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Killer Reads: A True Crime Book Group

Killer Reads: A True Crime Book GroupA book group for true crime lovers. We will meet each month to discuss a different true crime title. Books will be available at the circulation desk about a month before each meeting.  Title: The Killer's Shadow
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Wednesday, January 811:30 AM—12:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Music with Miss Jenn

Music with Miss JennCome 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.  All ages

Wednesday, January 82:00—2:30 PMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Wiggly Ones

Wiggly OnesA program that will involve lots of gross stuff that you aren't allowed to play with at home!  Ages 2-5 with an adult.  Please list any allergies your child has when registering.   
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Thursday, January 94:00—5:00 PMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Honey Heist (Grades 3-5)

Honey Heist (Grades 3-5)NPL is celebrating National Winnie the Pooh Day (1/18) all month long. .. time for a Honey Heist in his honor!Kids in grades 3-5 are invited to come learn this beary hilarious tabletop game featuring bears going on a heist.  This game has the imagination of Dungeon & Dragons, with the simplicity just right for beginners.…Learn More
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Friday, January 1010:30—11:15 AMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Make Winnie the Pooh Playdough (Ages 2-5)

Make Winnie the Pooh Playdough (Ages 2-5)This month we celebrate National Winnie the Pooh Day (1/18, creator A. A. Milne's birthday). To honor everyone's favorite honey-loving bear, children and their caregivers are invited to a special sensory craft: making wonderful-smelling honey playdough!Please email Miss Allison if your child has any food allergies (ingredients used include flour, honey, olive oil, & salt).…Learn More
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Monday, January 133:45—4:45 PMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Drop in Crafts for Kids and Teens

Drop in Crafts for Kids and TeensEnjoy some time crafting with all materials provided.   We will make a craft each month based on the season.   Great for all skill levels and open to kids 5 yrs. old  and up. **Caretakers need to stay in the room with younger children to complete the craft.
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Tuesday, January 14All DayLobbyNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Slightly Literary

Slightly LiteraryA fun, themed book box for adults! Each box will have a themed book(s) and some goodies. You get to keep the goodies, but the books do need to be returned.  Boxes will be available for pick up the 2nd Tuesday of each month and you will have one week to pick up.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 1410:30—11:15 AMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Baby Time

Baby TimeMusic and play for babies and their caregivers.   Ages 0-16 months with an adult. Join us in Story Hour Room (through the big door inside the kids' picture book room)! All toys are washed and sanitized after each session.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 141:00—3:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Watercolor Meet Up

Watercolor Meet UpDo you enjoy painting with watercolors? This group is for adult watercolor painters, all levels welcome, to gather together while painting your own projects. Join us on Tuesday afternoons for a relaxed painting session where we can share techniques, ideas, tips and projects.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 144:00—5:15 PMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Pokemon Scratch Coding Workshop (Ages 8-13)

Explore the world of block coding - with a Pokemon twist. .. Coding beginners will work together on an exciting challenge: Create a simple Pokemon evolution animation in Scratch!For ages 8+. No coding experience necessary.  
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Thursday, January 164:00—5:00 PMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Silly STEAM: DIY Scratch Art (Ages 8-11)

Silly STEAM: DIY Scratch Art (Ages 8-11)Kids are invited to join Miss Allison for some silly STEAM! We will create our own color-scratch cards! This program is best for children in grades 3-5.
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Friday, January 1710:30—11:15 AMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Sensory Playtime (All Ages & Abilities Welcome!)

Sensory Playtime (All Ages & Abilities Welcome!)Join Miss Allison for stories, songs, and play!Children and their caregivers will spend 20 minutes enjoying songs, rhymes, and stories, followed by 20-25 minutes of sensory play (i. e. sensory bin play stations, a simple craft, or coloring).  While general content is designed for ages 2-5, Sensory Playtime is for all children and all abilities! Siblings always welcome.…Learn More
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Monday, January 20Library Closed

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Tuesday, January 2110:30—11:15 AMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Baby Time

Baby TimeMusic and play for babies and their caregivers.   Ages 0-16 months with an adult. Join us in Story Hour Room (through the big door inside the kids' picture book room)! All toys are washed and sanitized after each session.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 211:00—3:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Watercolor Meet Up

Watercolor Meet UpDo you enjoy painting with watercolors? This group is for adult watercolor painters, all levels welcome, to gather together while painting your own projects. Join us on Tuesday afternoons for a relaxed painting session where we can share techniques, ideas, tips and projects.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 217:00—8:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Mike Tougias Talk - The Sinking of the Indianapolis

Mike Tougias Talk - The Sinking of the IndianapolisJoin Mike Tougias for a presentation on The Sinking of the USS Indianapolis.  The Sinking of the USS Indianapolis is a harrowing story of survival. The sinking of Indianapolis resulted in the greatest single loss of life at sea from a single ship in the history of the US Navy.…Learn More
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Wednesday, January 226:30—8:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Garden Club of Norfolk

Community RoomGarden Club of Norfolk program: Sustainability Is Always In Season, New Age FloralsContact: Launa, launa71@gmail. com
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Thursday, January 234:00—4:45 PMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Cozy Pooh Paint Night (Ages 4-7)

Cozy Pooh Paint Night (Ages 4-7)Young artists ages 4-7 are invited to come paint with Miss Allison. Caregivers, you can join in too!We'll have hot cocoa and paint a Pooh-themed picture together in honor of National Winnie the Pooh Day (1/18). Please wear clothing you do not mind getting paint on.…Learn More

Thursday, January 237:00—8:30 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

No Fail Crafts for Adults

No Fail Crafts for AdultsEnjoy an evening of crafting that is great for all skill levels. Open to adults 18+. Registration is required. January: diamond painting
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Friday, January 2410:00—11:00 AMReference DeskNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Tech 911

Tech 911Mystified by your smart phone, tablet, or laptop? Need help using Libby or another digital library service? Bring your device with you for in person assistance. Registration is appreciated, but not required.  
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Saturday, January 2512:00—1:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Living History Portrayal - Jane Austen

Living History Portrayal - Jane AustenLaura Rocklyn will perform a living history portrayal of Jane Austen. The year is 1815, and Jane Austen has just returned from a visit to the Prince Regent’s London residence. The honor of this invitation prompts her to reminisce about the events that led the daughter of a country clergyman to a position of such prominence.…Learn More
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Sunday, January 268:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Friends of the Library Membership Mailing

Community RoomFriends of the Library 2025 membership mailing.  Need volunteer hours for school? We are always looking for people to help us prepare the membership mailing! Reach out to NPLFriends@hotmail. com
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Monday, January 275:00—6:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Cookies & Craft Night for Teens! (Ages 13-18)

Cookies & Craft Night for Teens! (Ages 13-18)Teens 13-18 are invited to enjoy free cookies and a craft - a great way to de-stress as the first month of 2025 wraps up!We'll provide cookies & drinks, and everyone will get to create a cozy no-sew pillow, great for snuggling up during harsh winter afternoons.…Learn More
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Tuesday, January 2810:30—11:15 AMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Baby Time

Baby TimeMusic and play for babies and their caregivers.   Ages 0-16 months with an adult. Join us in Story Hour Room (through the big door inside the kids' picture book room)! All toys are washed and sanitized after each session.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 281:00—3:00 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Watercolor Meet Up

Watercolor Meet UpDo you enjoy painting with watercolors? This group is for adult watercolor painters, all levels welcome, to gather together while painting your own projects. Join us on Tuesday afternoons for a relaxed painting session where we can share techniques, ideas, tips and projects.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 281:00—2:00 PMSchoolhouseNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Page Turners Book Club

Page Turners Book ClubJanuary's Book: The Love of My Life by Rosie Walsh(Synopsis: Amazon)Emma loves her husband Leo and their young daughter Ruby: she’d do anything for them. But almost everything she's told them about herself is a lie. And she might just have got away with it, if it weren’t for her husband’s job.…Learn More
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Wednesday, January 293:30—4:30 PMStory hour/Craft roomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Lego Builders

Lego Builders Join your friends for some brick building fun! Try your hand at one of the building challenges or design a creation of your own. Keva plank will also be available. Ages 5-10
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Thursday, January 305:30—6:30 PMCommunity RoomNorfolk Public Library2 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA, 02056

Bill's Bears Book Club (Gr 1-2)

Bill's Bears Book Club (Gr 1-2)Join Bill's Bears Book Club - a monthly elementary book club for emerging readers and their grown-ups!Enjoy a book discussion and a short craft activity - a great way to gain confidence and get more excited about reading. Copies of the month's book will be available at the circulation desk for check out.…Learn More
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