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Friday, October 13:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Making Music With GarageBand
Music-lovers - this is the program for you! Over 4 weeks will be exploring Garag Band, one of the best music creation programs available. Using the library's ipads, we will learn to use instrument and vocal samples and recordings of your own voice, loops, drum machines, and more to make and share your own music.…Learn More2
Saturday, October 211:00 AM—12:00 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Sensory Playground
For kids ages 1 - 4. Join Ms. Amanda for a sensory playground on the library lawn.
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Monday, October 49:30—10:00 AMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Toddler Story Time
Sing, play, dance and share stories, rhymes and games just right for toddlers!Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending.Monday, October 410:30—11:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Baby Story Time
Join Amanda the Librarian for a short story time with songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for babies ages 0-12 months. Monday, October 43:30—4:30 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
CANCELED - Elementary Drum Painting
Join Ms. Amanda as you channel your inner "Blue Man Group" and drum on buckets with paint flying everywhere!5
Tuesday, October 59:30—10:00 AMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
CANCELED - Preschool Story Time
Stories, songs, and rhymes for 3-5 year olds.Tuesday, October 53:30—4:30 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Elementary Taste Test
For kids in grades K - 4. Put your taste buds to the test as you try to guess the flavors of various popcorns and Oreos. Tuesday, October 57:00—9:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
The Traveling Librarian goes to Athens
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 be going back to Greece, and exploring Athens, the bustling capital that is both ancient and modern.…Learn More6
Wednesday, October 69:30—10:00 AMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Bilingual Story Time
Read stories and sing songs in English and Spanish.Wednesday, October 63:30—4:30 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Dungeons & Dragons for Grades 4-6
NOTE GRADE CHANGE: Grades 4-6. There will be separate D&D for grades 7-12. Join us, in person, on the plaza for a Dungeons & Dragons adventure! No supplies needed (characters, dice, etc all provided). Snacks and drinks are included if outside. In case of rain, please keep an eye on your email for updates.…Learn More7
Thursday, October 79:30—10:00 AMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Toddler Story Time Rescheduled
For ages 1 & 2 (and siblings)
Join Holly for stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers on the Library Lawn at the corner of Main St. and Avon St.
Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending.…Learn MoreThursday, October 710:30—11:00 AMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
CANCELED - Preschool Story Time - Rescheduled
Join Annie for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers.Thursday, October 73:30—4:30 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
CANCELED - YA Minute to Win it - Rescheduled!
Grades 5-12POSTPONED TO OCTOBER 28TH! Please sign up again for that date if you can make it!Join us for some ridiculous challenges and see if you can beat them in only a minute! Challenges might included, but are not limited to: tossing tiny marshmallows into a cup, getting pennies out of pantyhose, and lego challenges.…Learn MoreThursday, October 77:00—8:30 PMLecture HallBeebe 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 More8
Friday, October 83:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Making Music With GarageBand
Music-lovers - this is the program for you! Over 4 weeks will be exploring Garag Band, one of the best music creation programs available. Using the library's ipads, we will learn to use instrument and vocal samples and recordings of your own voice, loops, drum machines, and more to make and share your own music.…Learn More9
Saturday, October 911:00—11:30 AMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
CANCELED - Get Up & Move!
Stretch, sing songs, and shake your sillies out!10
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Tuesday, October 129:30—10:00 AMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Preschool Story Time
Stories, songs, and rhymes for 3-5 year olds.Tuesday, October 123:30—4:30 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Lego Club
Kids in grades K - 4 (and siblings & families) are invited to join Children's Librarian Amanda in letting your imaginations run wild and to put your building skills to the test.Tuesday, October 126:00—7:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Supper Sleuths
Mystery Book Discussion Group13
Wednesday, October 133:30—5:00 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
YA Dungeons & Dragons
NOTE GRADE CHANGE: Grades 7-12. There will be separate D&D for grades 4-6. Join us, in person, on the plaza for a Dungeons & Dragons adventure! No supplies needed (characters, dice, etc all provided). Snacks and drinks are included if outside. In case of rain, please keep an eye on your email for updates.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 137:00—8:15 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Decoding the News with David Wallace
Now, more than ever, it's important to get details and relevant facts you need and to recognize bias, hype and misinformation. 14
Thursday, October 149:30—10:00 AMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Toddler Story Time
For ages 1 & 2 (and siblings)Join one of your librarians for stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers on the Library Lawn at the corner of Main St. and Avon St. Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending.…Learn MoreThursday, October 1410:30—11:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Baby Story Time
Join Amanda the Librarian for a short story time with songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for babies ages 0-12 months.Thursday, October 143:30—4:30 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
YA Free Painting
For Grades 5-8Join Casey on the library plaza for some painting. We'll supply the paints, paper, brushes and everything you need. You supply the creativity!In case of rain, please keep an eye on your email for updates. If this program needs to be moved inside due to weather, masks must be worn by all attendees, regardless of vaccination status.…Learn MoreThursday, October 146:00—8:00 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Living RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
WHRC presents A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Through Music and Dance
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Wakefield Human Rights Commission presents MARIACHI, A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Through Music and Dance from the Veronica Robles Cultural Center. Featuring performances by:Veronica Robles, Mariachi…Learn MoreThursday, October 147:30—9:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
French Club (ONLINE VIA ZOOM)
French Club is being held online every other week using Zoom videoconferencing. On alternate weeks the group is meeting in person in the library. If you are not already on the French Club email list, please contact contact Jeff Klapes by email at jeffklapes@gmail.…Learn More15
Friday, October 153:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Making Music With GarageBand
Music-lovers - this is the program for you! Over 4 weeks will be exploring Garag Band, one of the best music creation programs available. Using the library's ipads, we will learn to use instrument and vocal samples and recordings of your own voice, loops, drum machines, and more to make and share your own music.…Learn More16
Saturday, October 16All DayFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
BeebeCon - The Library's Comic-Con
If there's no space to register, never fear! Drop ins any time during the event are still welcome!Friends and geeks of all ages (with or without kids!), join us for our 3rd BeebeCon!For an entire day, assuming good weather, our outdoor area will be transformed into a big, multi-faceted comic-con.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 1610:30 AM—12:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Timeless Tales Book Group ONLINE via ZOOM
Timeless Tales focuses on classic literature from ancient to modern, from Austen and Dickens to contemporary award winners. The group generally meets on the second or third Saturday morning of each month. For September we will be discussing Uncle Vanya by Anton Chekov.…Learn More17
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Monday, October 189:30—10:00 AMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Toddler Story Time
Sing, play, dance and share stories, rhymes and games just right for toddlers!Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending.Monday, October 1810:30—11:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Baby Story Time
Join Amanda the Librarian for a short story time with songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for babies ages 0-12 months. Monday, October 186:30—7:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
One Four All Ukulele Club New Players Workshop
New to the ukulele, or just would love a brush up? This half hour lesson will get you started with the proper techniques to hold, strum and play chords on the uke . Also, tips for practicing and building new skills and techniques. Then, stay for the One Four All Ukulele Club and try out your new knowledge! Everyone, no matter whether you know one chord or have been playing for years have a valued place in the group!Masks are required for programs inside the Library.Monday, October 187:00—8:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
One Four All Ukulele Club
One Four All Ukulele Club is for all players of the ukulele, whether you have been playing for years, or just picked it up for the first time today. There is a valued place for all members as we:Learn to play, or add new techniques to your playing.…Learn MoreMonday, October 187:00—9:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Conversations About Whiteness
Conversations About Whiteness brings together white-identified people in a safe setting to explore how our culture prevents us from seeing ourselves and people of color without deeply ingrained distortions.
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Tuesday, October 199:30—10:00 AMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Preschool Story Time
Stories, songs, and rhymes for 3-5 year olds.Tuesday, October 193:30—4:30 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Elementary Seed Pictures
Join Ms. Amanda for some unique fall art using cardboard, glue, and a wide variety of seeds and beans. For kids in grades K - 4.20
Wednesday, October 203:30—4:30 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Creative Writing Club
New and experienced writers are invited to join Annie for writing prompts and activities!Wednesday, October 207:00—8:15 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Books by the Lake
Our longest running book group. Facilitated conversations are lively, intelligent, and insightful.21
Thursday, October 213:30—4:30 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
YA Escape Room
For kids in grades 5 - 8. Find the clues and solve the puzzles that will help you with this Halloween-themed mystery!This program will be held outside on the library lawn. Social distancing is recommended. In case of rain or inclement weather, please keep an eye on your email.…Learn MoreThursday, October 217:00—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, October 217:30—9:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
French Club (ONLINE VIA ZOOM)
French Club is being held online every other week using Zoom videoconferencing. On alternate weeks the group is meeting in person in the library. If you are not already on the French Club email list, please contact contact Jeff Klapes by email at jeffklapes@gmail.…Learn More22
Friday, October 223:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Ukulele Kids New Players
Kids in grades 1-4 are invited to learn the most fun instrument every - the Ukulele Kids New Players will learn the proper way to hold, strum, play chords and how to practice the skills to become a competent player.
Kids should bring their own ukulele.…Learn More
Friday, October 224:00—4:45 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Ukulele Kids Club
This session of Ukulele Kids is for kids who feel confident playing the C, F, and G chord. We will be learning to play together as a group. While we will be adding new chords and techniques to our playing, our focus will be on group playing.
For kids in grades 1-4.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 232:00—3:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Opera Club of Wakefield
Listen, share, enjoy, and explore the wonderful world of opera through performances both past and present.Saturday, October 232:00—4:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Virtual Fixit Clinic
Have something that needs fixing? Skilled at fixing things? Join us!Saturday, October 232:00—3:00 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Spooktacular Halloween Party
Put on your Halloween costume and join Annie and Heidi for a spooktacular celebration!24
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Monday, October 256:30—7:30 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Write Nite
A free-write with time to share and chat at the end.Monday, October 257:00—9:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Conversations About Whiteness
Conversations About Whiteness brings together white-identified people in a safe setting to explore how our culture prevents us from seeing ourselves and people of color without deeply ingrained distortions.
Monday, October 257:30—9:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
NEWS & VIEWS
Paul Robicheau of Salem State University moderates discussion of current politics, pop culture, and news of the day. Typically meets 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month. Registration is required to receive the Zoom meeting invitation. Agenda emailed prior to the start of the meeting.26
Tuesday, October 263:30—4:30 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Elementary Escape Room
For kids in grades K - 4. Find clues and solve the puzzles that will help you with this Halloween-themed mystery!Tuesday, October 266:30—8:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
Join us on Zoom for a one-shot Dungeons & Dragons adventure for adults and teens ages 15+. Run by the library's resident Game Master, Casey, you will embark on a fun and probably ridiculous D&D adventure over the course of two hours. New and experienced players alike are welcome.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 267:00—8:30 PMLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Trivia on Tap - POSTPONED
Join us for Beebe Library's own pub trivia game. Bring family or friends and we'll gather to play in the Library's beautiful Gold Room. 27
Wednesday, October 273:30—4:30 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
CANCELED - YA Halloween Tree Crafting
Grades 5-12Join us to make Halloween trees out of poster board and crepe paper - make them dark and spooky or choose candy corn colors, your choice!In case of rain, please keep an eye on your email for updates. If this program needs to be moved inside due to weather, masks must be worn by all attendees, regardless of vaccination status.…Learn More28
Thursday, October 283:30—4:30 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
YA Minute to Win it
Grades 5-12Join us for some ridiculous challenges and see if you can beat them in only a minute! Challenges might included, but are not limited to: tossing tiny marshmallows into a cup, getting pennies out of pantyhose, and lego challenges. In case of rain, please keep an eye on your email for updates.…Learn MoreThursday, October 286:00—8:00 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
WHS Pumpkins on the Plaza
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Thursday, October 286:45—8:45 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Board Games and Beyond
Join our monthly game cafe with host Jeff Tolleson. Bring a friend or join a team when you get here. Thursday, October 287:30—9:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
French Club (ONLINE VIA ZOOM)
French Club is being held online every other week using Zoom videoconferencing. On alternate weeks the group is meeting in person in the library. If you are not already on the French Club email list, please contact contact Jeff Klapes by email at jeffklapes@gmail.…Learn More29
Friday, October 293:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Action Science : Episode 1 - The Halloween Mix-up
Mixing potions, disappearing candy and glow-in-the-dark polymers will challenge even the best lab scientist as we experiment with chemical reactions in action!!For kids in grades 2-4Masks are required for programs inside the library.
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