March 2020

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Tuesday, March 37:00—8:45 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Documentary: Left on Pearl

Left on Pearl movie posterWe're kicking off Women's History month with this locally-rooted documentary about the takeover of 888 Memorial Drive in 1971.
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Wednesday, March 47:00—8:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Bad Art Night

craft supplies and a horrified catWas finger painting your finest hour? Were you a macaroni Picasso? Come and make art your mother would be ashamed to put on the fridge. We'll have all the materials you need to create whatever your heart desires. There are no rules. Actually there is one rule: Just make terrible art.…Learn More
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Thursday, March 53:30—5:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

YA Dungeons & Dragons: New Character Creation Session

a pile of various sided diceKids in grades 5-12. Join us to create a new character from scratch to use either here at the library or for home campaigns. Try and come with a general idea of class and species and we'll go from there. Leave with a completed character sheet. If you have a Player's Handbook, please bring it (not required).

Thursday, March 57:00—8:30 PMTrustees RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Friends of Beebe Library

Friends of Beebe LibraryInterested in supporting the library? Join the Friends of Beebe Library! Meetings on the first Thursday each month.

Thursday, March 57:30—9:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

French Club (ONLINE)

French Club (ONLINE)PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE LIBRARY CLOSURE French Club is being held online each week at the usual time using Zoom videoconferencing. If you are not already on the French Club email list, please contact contact Jeff Klapes by email at klapes@noblenet.…Learn More

Thursday, March 57:30—9:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

French Club (ONLINE)

French Club (ONLINE)PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE LIBRARY CLOSURE French Club is being held online each week at the usual time using Zoom videoconferencing. If you are not already on the French Club email list, please contact contact Jeff Klapes by email at klapes@noblenet.…Learn More

Thursday, March 57:30—9:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

French Club (ONLINE)

French Club (ONLINE)French Club is being held online each week at the usual time using Zoom videoconferencing. If you are not already on the French Club email list, please contact contact Jeff Klapes by email at klapes@noblenet. org in order to be added to the list and receive meeting invitations.…Learn More
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Saturday, March 79:30—10:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2Story time for children ages 1 and 2. Siblings welcome.
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Monday, March 97:30—8:45 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

News and Views

News & Views logoJoin moderator Paul Robicheau of Salem State University to deliberate on a wide variety of current topics pulled right from the day's news.
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Tuesday, March 109:30—10:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2Story time for children ages 1 and 2. Siblings welcome.
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Wednesday, March 119:30—10:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2Story time for children ages 1 and 2. Siblings welcome.

Wednesday, March 113:30—5:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

YA Dungeons & Dragons

a pile of various sided diceFor kids in grades 5 through 12. Join us for a fun Dungeons and Dragons adventure! New and experienced players alike welcome!

Wednesday, March 117:00—8:45 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Behind the Mic: Podcasting from Start to Finish

Black text reading Behind the Mic on a yellow box in front of recording equipmentJoin the hosts of Adapted with Anna and Sam as they share what they've learned about starting a podcast. They'll cover everything from choosing a name to estimating costs to selecting a podcast platform.
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Thursday, March 123:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Elementary Inspired Art - CANCELLED

colored pencils, scissors, paint brushes and rulers in containers.This month, we'll be inspired by a famous artist. After seeing examples of their work, we'll try to recreate the style in our own pictures using a variety of art supplies.

Thursday, March 127:00—8:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Just For the Fun of It: Adult Improv Night

three people performing improvAdults only. In this workshop, participants will learn and practice improvisation activities and techniques that will help to improve expressive language skills, as well promote faster thinking and decrease stress. Research has shown that learning improv can help to 'retrain” the brain to actively listen, communicate more effectively, be more open to ideas, and work collaboratively.

Thursday, March 127:30—9:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

French Club (ONLINE)

French Club (ONLINE)PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE LIBRARY CLOSURE French Club is being held online each week at the usual time using Zoom videoconferencing. If you are not already on the French Club email list, please contact contact Jeff Klapes by email at klapes@noblenet.…Learn More

Thursday, March 127:30—9:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

French Club (ONLINE)

French Club (ONLINE)PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE LIBRARY CLOSURE French Club is being held online each week at the usual time using Zoom videoconferencing. If you are not already on the French Club email list, please contact contact Jeff Klapes by email at klapes@noblenet.…Learn More

Thursday, March 127:30—9:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

French Club (ONLINE)

French Club (ONLINE)French Club is being held online each week at the usual time using Zoom videoconferencing. If you are not already on the French Club email list, please contact contact Jeff Klapes by email at klapes@noblenet. org in order to be added to the list and receive meeting invitations.…Learn More
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Friday, March 1310:00—11:00 AMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Bilingual Story Time

Bilingual Story TimeStories in English and Spanish for children age 0-5.
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Tuesday, March 179:30—10:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2Story time for children ages 1 and 2. Siblings welcome.

Tuesday, March 176:30—8:45 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Behind the Mic: Stardust Film Screening

Black text reading Behind the Mic on a yellow box in front of recording equipmentJoin the hosts of Adapted with Anna and Sam for a screening of the film Stardust. Based on the 1999 novel by Neil Gaiman, this romantic fantasy adventure film features an ensemble cast Claire Danes, Charlie Cox, Sienna Miller, Ricky Gervais, Jason Flemyng, Rupert Everett, Peter O'Toole, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Robert De Niro with narration by Ian McKellen.
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Wednesday, March 189:30—10:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2Story time for children ages 1 and 2. Siblings welcome.

Wednesday, March 184:00—5:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

YA Advisory Board

chairs around a table with speech bubbles above itFor kids in grades 5 through 12. The Young Adult Advisory Board is open to all kids in middle and high school. This is your chance to come and tell us what programs and events you'd like to see aimed at young adults! We'll have pizza, snacks and soda. We'll discuss upcoming events, plan future programs and talk about your ideas.…Learn More

Wednesday, March 187:30—8:45 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Books by the Lake

Books by the LakeThis month's discussion title is The Friend by Sigrid Nunez. Our longest running book group brings together readers who enjoy discussing and sharing insights about a single title each month. Facilitated conversations are lively, intelligent, and insightful.…Learn More
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Thursday, March 197:00—8:45 PMMain Street Grill, 1099 Main St, Wakefield, MA 01880Community Locations345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Books on Tap

Books on Tap logoRead outside the box and meet outside the library! This social, casual group will meet at local bars and restaurants to discuss books that push us out of our comfort zones. Over drinks and apps, we'll dive into new genres and forms while getting to know fellow Wakefield readers.

Thursday, March 197:30—9:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

French Club (ONLINE)

French Club (ONLINE)PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE LIBRARY CLOSURE French Club is being held online each week at the usual time using Zoom videoconferencing. If you are not already on the French Club email list, please contact contact Jeff Klapes by email at klapes@noblenet.…Learn More

Thursday, March 197:30—9:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

French Club (ONLINE)

French Club (ONLINE)PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE LIBRARY CLOSURE French Club is being held online each week at the usual time using Zoom videoconferencing. If you are not already on the French Club email list, please contact contact Jeff Klapes by email at klapes@noblenet.…Learn More

Thursday, March 197:30—9:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

French Club (ONLINE)

French Club (ONLINE)French Club is being held online each week at the usual time using Zoom videoconferencing. If you are not already on the French Club email list, please contact contact Jeff Klapes by email at klapes@noblenet. org in order to be added to the list and receive meeting invitations.…Learn More
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Saturday, March 219:30—10:15 AMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2Story time for children ages 1 and 2. Siblings welcome.

Saturday, March 2110:30 AM—12:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Timeless Tales Book Group

Brown background with the words Timeless Tales in blue Join us for a book discussion group focusing on classic literature from ancient to modern, from Austen and Dickens to contemporary award winners. The group generally meets on the third or fourth Saturday of each month from 10:30 am to noon, and is facilitated by Reference Librarian Jeff Klapes (klapes@noblenet.…Learn More
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Tuesday, March 249:30—10:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2Story time for children ages 1 and 2. Siblings welcome.

Tuesday, March 247:00—8:45 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Behind the Mic: Live Podcast Taping

Black text reading Behind the Mic on a yellow box in front of recording equipmentJoin the hosts of Adapted with Anna and Sam for a live recording of their podcast right in the library! They'll be discussing the book and film Stardust, which is showing at the library on March 17.
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Wednesday, March 259:30—10:15 AMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2Story time for children ages 1 and 2. Siblings welcome.

Wednesday, March 257:00—9:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

The Traveling Librarian goes to Devon (ONLINE SOON)

Tan oval with the words Traveling Librarian Please Note: This program will be recorded and posted online in the coming days. Please stay tuned for more information. Join Jeff Klapes, the Traveling Librarian, for another of his popular armchair travel presentations. This series highlights travel photography and stories and travel tips about destinations around the world.…Learn More
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Thursday, March 267:00—8:45 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Board Games & Beyond

Board Games logoJoin our monthly game cafe with host Jeff Tolleson. Bring a friend or join a team when you get here. There are all kinds of games to choose from - exciting new ones as well as all the classics. No need to be an expert! For more information, please contact the Reference Desk at 781-246-6334, or email us at email@wakefieldlibrary.…Learn More

Thursday, March 267:30—9:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

French Club (ONLINE)

French Club (ONLINE)PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE LIBRARY CLOSURE French Club is being held online each week at the usual time using Zoom videoconferencing. If you are not already on the French Club email list, please contact contact Jeff Klapes by email at klapes@noblenet.…Learn More

Thursday, March 267:30—9:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

French Club (ONLINE)

French Club (ONLINE)PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE LIBRARY CLOSURE French Club is being held online each week at the usual time using Zoom videoconferencing. If you are not already on the French Club email list, please contact contact Jeff Klapes by email at klapes@noblenet.…Learn More

Thursday, March 267:30—9:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

French Club (ONLINE)

French Club (ONLINE)French Club is being held online each week at the usual time using Zoom videoconferencing. If you are not already on the French Club email list, please contact contact Jeff Klapes by email at klapes@noblenet. org in order to be added to the list and receive meeting invitations.…Learn More
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Friday, March 273:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

YA Taste Test - TBD Virtually

picture of falling potato chipsKids in grades 5 and up. This event will be switching to virtual. Please sign up if interested. Description below:Got some weird food in your cupboard or heading out to do the grocery shopping and want to pick something strange up? Let's gather online…Learn More
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Saturday, March 289:30—10:15 AMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2Story time for children ages 1 and 2. Siblings welcome.
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Tuesday, March 319:30—10:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2

Toddler Story Time -Ages 1 and 2Story time for children ages 1 and 2. Siblings welcome.