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Thursday, April 110:00—10:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Toddler Story Time
Join Holly for stories, songs, fingerplays and movement rhymes perfect for children ages 1 and 2.
Watch on Facebook and later on our Youtube channel! Thursday, April 17:00—8:15 PMAvon StairwellBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
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Women in World Jazz: Music As an Expression of Women’s Dissent
Jazz and Blues were a propelling force in the U.S. during the 1920s, providing women of all ages with an outlet for rebellion in a time when they were also fighting to win the right to vote.Thursday, April 17:00—8:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
First Thursday Book Club
Third and Fourth Graders, along with a favorite adult, are invited to join Beebe Library's First Thursday Book Club.
Share the love of reading in your family! We will be reading some of the very best middle grade books and explore beyond the plot to seek the themes, the authors' secret purpose, and what makes each book special.…Learn More
Thursday, April 17:00—8:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Friends of Beebe Library
Join the Friends of Beebe Library for their monthly meeting on Zoom. To attend, please email Friends President Helen VanBenschoten to be added to the list to receive the Zoom link. Thursday, April 17:30—9:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
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 More2
Friday, April 29:00—9:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Baby Storytime
Join Children's Librarian Amanda and her assistant Artemis for a baby storytime.
Friday, April 23:00—5:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
YA Dungeons & Dragons Online!
For kids ages 10-18. Join us on our library Discord channel to play Dungeons & Dragons on Fridays. Please register by Thursday night so that you can be invited to the channel and be ready to go on Friday. New and experienced players alike welcome.3
Saturday, April 311:00—11:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Ukulele Kids Playalong : Batter Up
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Come join Youth Librarian Holly to build your Ukulele skills while learning some new songs.
This Week's theme : Batter Up - Songs to celebrate Opening Day of the Baseball season!Watch on Beebe Library's Facebook page and later on Beebe's Youtube Ch…Learn More4
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Monday, April 59:00—9:15 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Flannel Shorts
Start your preschooler's morning with a short song, story or rhyme on the flannel board! Watch on Facebook and later on Beebe Library's Youtube channel!Monday, April 52:00—2:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Crafting with Casey
Join Librarian Casey on Facebook Live for weekly crafts. Casey creates for all ages using items readily available at home. Tune in for some afternoon fun.6
Tuesday, April 612:00—12:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Poetry Break!
Tune in for a poetry reading and learn how to write your own poem.Tuesday, April 67:00—8:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Establishing a Home Herb Garden
We will explore the world of herbs and take a look at a modern day herb garden.Tuesday, April 67:00—8:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Author Talk with Jane Healey
Join author (and Melrose resident) Jane Healey for a discussion of her latest book, The Secret Stealers, about a female American spy in Nazi-occupied France who finds purpose behind enemy lines. Sign up here!About Jane Healey: In addition to being a fiction writer, Jane is a freelance journalist and consultant.…Learn More7
Wednesday, April 74:00—5:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
YA Middle School Book Club
For Grades 5-8. Join Galvin Media Specialist Ms. Williams and Beebe Librarian Casey for a discussion and activity based around the graphic novel, The Okay Witch by Emma Steinkellner!Please register. A zoom link will be sent the day of.Wednesday, April 76:30—7:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Family Pajama Story Time
Family Pajama Story Time!April 7th @ 6:30 pm. For ages 6 and under. Join Youth Librarian Ms. Heidi for stories, activities, songs, and rhymes!Facebook LIVE!
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Thursday, April 810:00—10:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Toddler Story Time
Join Holly for stories, songs, fingerplays and movement rhymes perfect for children ages 1 and 2.
Watch on Facebook and later on our Youtube channel! Thursday, April 86:30—8:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Tips for a Successful Virtual Interview
Virtual interviews are becoming commonplace. Gary Gekow presents tips and tricks for everything from best location to confidence-building strategies.Thursday, April 87:30—9:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
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 More9
Friday, April 93:00—5:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
YA Dungeons & Dragons Online!
For kids ages 10-18. Join us on our library Discord channel to play Dungeons & Dragons on Fridays. Please register by Thursday night so that you can be invited to the channel and be ready to go on Friday. New and experienced players alike welcome.Friday, April 94:00—5:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
LEGO Club
Kids ages 7-12 (and siblings) are invited to grab their blocks and join Children's Librarian Amanda in building creations for every imagination! We'll start by giving you inspiration, and the rest is up to you!
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Saturday, April 1011:00—11:45 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Ukulele Kids Playalong: You Just Got a Ukulele - How to Get Started
Come join Youth Librarian Holly to build your Ukulele skills while learning some new songs.
This Week's theme : You've Just Got a Ukulele - How to Get StartedWhether you just got a new ukulele or are interested in picking up one that been around your house, this week's Ukulele Playalong is devoted to helping brand new players get started playing the most fun instrument ever! We'll cover the basics of playing, how to practice (only 5 minutes), and learn a couple songs to share with your family and friends.…Learn More11
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Monday, April 129:00—9:15 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Flannel Shorts
Start your preschooler's morning with a short song, story or rhyme on the flannel board! Watch on Facebook and later on Beebe Library's Youtube channel!Monday, April 122:00—2:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Crafting with Casey
Join Librarian Casey on Facebook Live for weekly crafts. Casey creates for all ages using items readily available at home. Tune in for some afternoon fun.Monday, April 127:00—8:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
How to Go From Inactive to ACTIVE - A Beginners Guide to Safe Exercise for Older Adults
Only 23% of American adults perform enough regular exercise to be considered 'Active.'Monday, April 127:30—9:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
NEWS & VIEWS
Discuss the News & Express Your ViewsJoin moderator Paul Robicheau of Salem State University to deliberate on a wide variety of interesting topics pulled straight from recent headlines. Typically meets 2nd and 4th Monday evenings, excluding holidays.…Learn More13
Tuesday, April 1310:00—10:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Preschool Story Time
Read stories, sing songs, and create crafts with Annie!Tuesday, April 1312:00—12:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Poetry Break!
Tune in for a poetry reading and learn how to write your own poem.Tuesday, April 136:00—7:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Supper Sleuths
Mystery Book Discussion Group14
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Thursday, April 1510:00—10:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Toddler Story Time
Join Holly for stories, songs, fingerplays and movement rhymes perfect for children ages 1 and 2.
Watch on Facebook and later on our Youtube channel! Thursday, April 1511:00—11:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Bilingual Story Time
Read stories and sing songs in English and Spanish with Annie!Thursday, April 156:30—8:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
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Changing Careers: Reinventing Oneself in Today's Job Market
Gary Gekow is back to discuss and explore various strategies to help make the transition from one industry to another a smooth one. Thursday, April 157:00—9:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Books on Tap
Read 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, April 157:30—9:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
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 More16
Friday, April 169:00—9:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Baby Storytime
Join Children's Librarian Amanda and her assistant Artemis for a baby storytime.
Friday, April 163:00—5:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
YA Dungeons & Dragons Online!
For kids ages 10-18. Join us on our library Discord channel to play Dungeons & Dragons on Fridays. Please register by Thursday night so that you can be invited to the channel and be ready to go on Friday. New and experienced players alike welcome.17
Saturday, April 1710:30 AM—12:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Timeless Tales Book Group ONLINE via ZOOM
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 MoreSaturday, April 1711:00—11:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Ukulele Kids Playalong : Songs for Our Earth
Come join Youth Librarian Holly to build your Ukulele skills while learning some new songs.
This Week's theme : Songs for Our EarthWatch on Beebe Library's Facebook page and later on Beebe's Youtube Channel…Learn More18
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Monday, April 199:00—9:15 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Flannel Shorts
Start your preschooler's morning with a short song, story or rhyme on the flannel board! Watch on Facebook and later on Beebe Library's Youtube channel!Monday, April 192:00—2:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Crafting with Casey
Join Librarian Casey on Facebook Live for weekly crafts. Casey creates for all ages using items readily available at home. Tune in for some afternoon fun.20
Tuesday, April 2010:00—10:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Preschool Story Time
Read stories, sing songs, and create crafts with Annie!Tuesday, April 2012:00—12:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Poetry Break!
Tune in for a poetry reading and learn how to write your own poem.21
Wednesday, April 217:00—8:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Books by the Lake
Our longest running book group brings together readers who enjoy discussing and sharing insights about a single title each month. 22
Thursday, April 2210:00—10:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Toddler Story Time
Join Holly for stories, songs, fingerplays and movement rhymes perfect for children ages 1 and 2.
Watch on Facebook and later on our Youtube channel! Thursday, April 223:00—3:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Earth Day Celebration
Celebrate Earth Day with your friends from the Youth Room on Facebook and YouTube!Thursday, April 227:30—9:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
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 More23
Friday, April 233:00—5:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
YA Dungeons & Dragons Online!
For kids ages 10-18. Join us on our library Discord channel to play Dungeons & Dragons on Fridays. Please register by Thursday night so that you can be invited to the channel and be ready to go on Friday. New and experienced players alike welcome.24
Saturday, April 2411:00—11:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Ukulele Kids Playalong : Songs to Sing Together
Come join Youth Librarian Holly to build your Ukulele skills while learning some new songs.
This Week's theme : Songs to Sing Together - Learn four difference songs that can be sung at the same time as partner songs. Watch on Beebe Library's Facebook…Learn More25
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Monday, April 269:00—9:15 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Flannel Shorts
Start your preschooler's morning with a short song, story or rhyme on the flannel board! Watch on Facebook and later on Beebe Library's Youtube channel!Monday, April 262:00—2:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Snacking with Casey
Join Casey to make an easy snack (limited ingredients and kitchen items) to include in a lunch box or just help get you through the pandemic. Live on Facebook.Monday, April 267:00—9:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
The Traveling Librarian stays in Massachusetts!
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. This month we'll focus on Massachusetts, since for a year we've been unable to travel.…Learn MoreMonday, April 267:30—9:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
NEWS & VIEWS
Discuss the News & Express Your ViewsJoin moderator Paul Robicheau of Salem State University to deliberate on a wide variety of interesting topics pulled straight from recent headlines. Typically meets 2nd and 4th Monday evenings, excluding holidays.…Learn More27
Tuesday, April 2710:00—10:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Preschool Story Time
Read stories, sing songs, and create crafts with Annie!Tuesday, April 2712:00—12:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Poetry Break!
Tune in for a poetry reading and learn how to write your own poem.Tuesday, April 277:00—8:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Commit to Your Community Book Discussion: Parable of the Sower
This online book discussion is part of our Commit to Your Community program series. We're in Chapter 3: Advocate for Change. For our final book discussion in the Commit to Your Community series, we're going to read The Parable of the Sower, a classic speculative fiction book by Octavia Butler.…Learn More
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Wednesday, April 2811:00—11:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Sing-Along Stories
Celebrate books and music! Read along with Annie, then sing along with Holly!29
Thursday, April 2910:00—10:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Toddler Story Time
Join Holly for stories, songs, fingerplays and movement rhymes perfect for children ages 1 and 2.
Watch on Facebook and later on our Youtube channel! Thursday, April 297:30—9:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
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 More30
Friday, April 306:30—7:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Virtual Game Night For Kids
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Kids ages 8-10 are invited to join Holly for a Virtual Game Night on the last Friday of each month. Siblings are welcome join. A bag of stuff for the games, plus a snack, will be available for pick up at the Avon Street door of the Library starting on the Thursday morning before the program.…Learn More