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Saturday, April 110:30—11:30 AMLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Pop Up Book Chat (IN PERSON)
Who wants to talk about books? I've read so many great books already this year, I can't wait to share them! Join me (Erin) for an informal book chat; I'd love to hear about what you're reading, get some books recommendations, and share tips about how to keep track of what you're reading (I think I found a tool that just might stick!)
Meet me in the Gold Room at 10:30.Saturday, April 12:30—3:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Pokemon Club
Calling all Pokemon trainers in Grades 1-6 (and siblings!), join us at our brand new club. Come talk about all your favorite Pokemon things while completing activities, doing crafts, playing the game and more! There will be different activities every month.…Learn More2
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Monday, April 39:30—10:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
1 and 2 Year Old Story Time
Sing, play, dance and share stories, rhymes and games just right for toddlers (ages 1&2 and siblings welcome). Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending. Registration will open 1 week prior to events.…Learn More
Monday, April 310:30—11:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
1 and 2 Year Old Story Time
Sing, play, dance and share stories, rhymes and games just right for toddlers (ages 1&2 and siblings welcome). Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending. Registration will open 1 week prior to events.…Learn More
Monday, April 37:00—8:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
CANCELED - Middle School Book Club
For grades 5-8. Monthly meetings on Monday evenings from 7 PM - 8:30 PM in the Lecture Hall. Join Annie to read and discuss great books for middle schoolers. Enjoy activities, snacks, and connect with fellow book-lovers. Please be sure to place the book on hold so that you can read it before the club meeting.…Learn More4
Tuesday, April 49:30—10:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
1 and 2 Year Old Story Time
Sing, play, dance and share stories, rhymes and games just right for toddlers (ages 1&2 and siblings welcome). Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending. Registration will open 1 week prior to events.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 410:30—11:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Baby Story Time
Join Holly for a short story time with songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for babies ages 0-12 months. After the story time, stay and relax with other caregivers in the area. BYO coffee!This program is designed for adult caregivers and babies, so please no older siblings.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 43:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Elementary Springtime Paper Craft
For Grades K-4Using a variety of paper products, create a springtime craft from your imagination. Some examples of materials: tissue paper, cupcake wrappers, pipe cleaners, construction paper, paper plates. Also, expect some glue!Registration is required and opens one week before the event.Tuesday, April 47:00—8:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Reset Your Daily Schedule for Wellness Success: Wellness Series (IN PERSON)
In our final wellness lecture with Kristen Herlihy we'll talk about reseting our daily schedule for wellness success by implementing small yet effective skills focused on emotional decluttering. When we take control of our day, we take control of our lives!Kristen Herlihy is a psychotherapist and health coach.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 47:00—8:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Author Talk: Kate Beaton (VIRTUAL)
REGISTER HERE. Join us for an enlightening hour online with highly-acclaimed Kate Beaton, the New York Times bestselling author of Hark! A Vagrant! and Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands.
Before there was Kate Beaton, New York Times bestselling cartoonist of Hark! A Vagrant! fame, there was Katie Beaton of the Cape Breton Beatons, specifically Mabou, a tight-knit seaside community where the lobster is as abundant as beaches, fiddles, and Gaelic folk songs.…Learn More5
Wednesday, April 59:30—10:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
3-5 Year Old Story Time
For ages 3-5 (siblings welcome). Join Annie for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers. Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending. Registration will open 1 week prior to events. If this program is full, please check our identical Preschool story times at 9:30 on Thursday mornings for space.
Wednesday, April 52:00—3:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Tech Classes: iPhone vs Android (IN PERSON)
Join us for this month's class introducing Apple vs Android. In this class, we will discuss the main differences between Apple and Android smart phones, including types of devices, common issues, and security. This class is ideal for those contemplating a switch, or anyone interested in seeing the comparison of Apple and Android!If possible, please bring your own laptop, tablet, or device to the class.Wednesday, April 53:00—4:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Drop In Tech Help (IN PERSON)
Bring your device or use one of our laptops to practice your computer skills. A librarian will be on hand if you have any questions. For more information, email rivas@noblenet. org or call the Reference Desk at 781-246-6334.Wednesday, April 53:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Young Adult Discover the Western Zodiac
For Grades 5-12What’s your sign? Join Annie to learn about the western zodiac with videos, activities, and crafts. Registration is required and opens one week before the program.6
Thursday, April 69:30—10:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
3-5 Year Old Story Time
For ages 3-5 (siblings welcome). Join Annie for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers. Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending. Registration will open 1 week prior to events. If this program is full, please check our identical Preschool story times at 9:30 on Thursday mornings for space.
Thursday, April 63:30—5:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Teen Creativity Cafe
For kids in grades 5-12. This program used to be Young Adult Advisory Board. Come join us for a monthly café where we'll have board games, various crafts, writing prompts and more. Come by yourself to meet new people or come in a group of friends to play together.…Learn MoreThursday, April 67:00—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 More7
Friday, April 73:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Passport to Adventure: Mexico
For Grades 1-4Today we will travel to the colorful world of our neighbor to the south - Mexico! Share a folk tale, craft, music, a snack and more as we explore this beautiful country!Registration is required and opens one week ahead of time.8
Saturday, April 810:30—11:30 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Bilingual Story Time
For ages 3-5 and siblingsJoin Ms Annie and special guest, Ms. Graciela from the Galvin, for our new Spanish-English bilingual story time!Much like our usual 3-5 year old story time, come join us for songs, stories, a craft and more focusing around a gentle introduction to Spanish and the cultures of Latinx American countries.…Learn More9
Sunday, April 9Closed
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Monday, April 109:30—10:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
1 and 2 Year Old Story Time
Sing, play, dance and share stories, rhymes and games just right for toddlers (ages 1&2 and siblings welcome). Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending. Registration will open 1 week prior to events.…Learn More
Monday, April 1010:30—11:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
1 and 2 Year Old Story Time
Sing, play, dance and share stories, rhymes and games just right for toddlers (ages 1&2 and siblings welcome). Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending. Registration will open 1 week prior to events.…Learn More
Monday, April 107:00—8:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
One Four All Ukulele Club - Coffeehouse Folk
One Four All Ukulele Club is for all ukulele players, whether you have been playing for years, or just picked it up for the first time today. Families are welcome!This month we'll be going back to the 1960s for an evening of Coffeehouse music. Bring your beret, wear black, join us to play some of the most memorable songs to come out of the folk movement.…Learn MoreMonday, April 107:30—8:45 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
News & Views (VIRTUAL)
Join moderator Paul Robicheau of Salem State University to converse and deliberate on a wide variety of interesting topics pulled straight for the morning’s headlines. Politics, pop culture, local and national news – Discuss the news and air your views from 7:30 – 8:45 pm on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month.…Learn More11
Tuesday, April 119:30—10:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
1 and 2 Year Old Story Time
Sing, play, dance and share stories, rhymes and games just right for toddlers (ages 1&2 and siblings welcome). Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending. Registration will open 1 week prior to events.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 1110:30—11:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Baby Story Time
Join Holly for a short story time with songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for babies ages 0-12 months. After the story time, stay and relax with other caregivers in the area. BYO coffee!This program is designed for adult caregivers and babies, so please no older siblings.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 113:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Elementary Tinker Tuesday
For Grades 1-4This month we’re learning all about bridges! Bring your imagination and create towers and gumdrop bridges. *food allergies*: gumdropsRegistration is required and opens one week before the program.Tuesday, April 116:00—7:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Supper Sleuths (IN PERSON)
Mystery Book Discussion GroupRead a mystery to share your review with the group, or drop in to hear about what others have read. This month's theme is HEROINES OF COLOR. For help selecting a title contact a Reference Librarian for Reader Advice, or subscribe to the Supper Sleuths Newsletter.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 116:30—8:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Dungeons & Dragons for Adults (VIRTUAL)
Join us on Zoom for a Dungeons & Dragons adventure for adults (ages 18+). 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 More12
Wednesday, April 129:30—10:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
3-5 Year Old Story Time
For ages 3-5 (siblings welcome). Join Annie for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers. Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending. Registration will open 1 week prior to events. If this program is full, please check our identical Preschool story times at 9:30 on Thursday mornings for space.
Wednesday, April 122:00—4:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Drop In Tech Help (IN PERSON)
Bring your device or use one of our laptops to practice your computer skills. A librarian will be on hand if you have any questions. For more information, email rivas@noblenet. org or call the Reference Desk at 781-246-6334.Wednesday, April 127:00—8:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Going Zero Waste As a Family with Sarah Robertson-Barnes (VIRTUAL)
REGISTER HERE. Sarah Robertson-Barnes, founder of the blog, Sustainable in the Suburbs, is a freelance writer, educator, and consultant. She lives with her husband, two kids, and rescue dog outside of Toronto, Ontario. Sustainable in the Suburbs is a resource for living low waste with kids in a culture of convenience.…Learn More13
Thursday, April 139:30—10:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
3-5 Year Old Story Time
For ages 3-5 (siblings welcome). Join Annie for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers. Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending. Registration will open 1 week prior to events. If this program is full, please check our identical Preschool story times at 9:30 on Thursday mornings for space.
Thursday, April 132:00—3:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Wee Wigglers
For ages 1-3, siblings welcomeJoin us for a time to connect with other friends and have a dedicated playtime for attendees. Registration is required for this event, you only need to register one person per family to attend. Please note later time from November…Learn MoreThursday, April 133:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Pokemon Free Play
For kids in grades 2-6Come play Pokemon! Bring your cards and either play the game against fellow like-minded trainers or figure out some equal trades. You can also just share what cards you've got if you want. Feel free to bring your Switch or even 3DS with your Pokemon games and show others where you are or play together.…Learn MoreThursday, April 137:00—8:30 PMTrustees RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Friends of Beebe Library (IN PERSON)
Monthly Friends Board Meeting. All members welcome.
Thursday, April 137:00—8:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
How to Develop Photographic Film at Home (IN PERSON)
Our reference librarian, Amanda DeRosa, began developing film at home during the start of the pandemic. Amanda will demonstrate the film developing process--from film canister to developed negative--and give suggestions on the tools needed for home development.…Learn More14
Friday, April 143:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Action Science: It’s a-MAZE-ing!
For kids in Grades 2-4Did you know that solving mazes engages your brain in some mind-blowing ways? Discover how mazes sharpen your memory, develop hand-eye coordination, build focus, and more. Then try your hand at building your own maze for animatronic hexbugs to explore!Registration will open one week before the program and is required.15
Saturday, April 1511:00 AM—4:00 PMThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
100th Anniversary Day of Celebration (IN PERSON)
Join us on April 15, 2023 for the 100th Anniversary Day of Celebration commemorating the dedication of the library building. Opening remarks begin at 11:00 am followed by an open house. Activities will continue until 4:00 pm and feature a family-friendly scavenger hunt (adult teams welcome too), community art and photo displays, and raffles for centennial memorabilia.…Learn More16
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Monday, April 17Closed
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Tuesday, April 1810:30—11:30 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Playing with Science
For Ages 2-5This time, we've got Earth Day!We’ll recycle, reuse and plant to celebrate our pretty planet!Registration is required and opens one week prior. Please register each child attending.19
Wednesday, April 193:00—4:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Drop In Tech Help (IN PERSON)
Bring your device or use one of our laptops to practice your computer skills. A librarian will be on hand if you have any questions. For more information, email rivas@noblenet. org or call the Reference Desk at 781-246-6334.Wednesday, April 193:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Dungeons & Dragons for Grades 4-6
NOTE GRADES: For Kids in Grades 4-6. There is separate date for D&D for grades 7-12. IMPORTANT: There are two sessions of D&D for grades 4-6. Registration opens for both on January 18th at 9am and is still required. You may register for ONE of the two.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 197:00—8:15 PMLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Books by the Lake (IN PERSON)
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Thursday, April 202:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Program RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
NOTE GRADES: For kids in Grades 7-12. There is a separate date for D&D for grades 4-6. Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons adventure! No supplies needed (characters, dice, etc all provided). Program will last 90 minutes. No experience needed either.…Learn MoreThursday, April 207:00—9:00 PMCafé Capri, 355 Main St, Reading, MA 01867Community Locations345 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 dinner & drinks, we'll dive into new genres and forms while getting to know fellow Wakefield readers.…Learn More21
Friday, April 213:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Elementary Spy School
For Grades 2-4Come learn the skills of a great spy, and see if you can help solve a mysterious problem at the library with Holly!Registration is required and opens one week before the event.22
Saturday, April 222:00—3:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Opera Club of Wakefield (IN PERSON)
Listen, share, enjoy, and explore the wonderful world of opera through performances both past and present.Saturday, April 222:30—4:00 PMLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Trivia on Tap: Family Edition!
What's the best way to celebrate the end of school vacation week? Family Trivia at the library, of course! Family trivia is designed for ages 6 to adult; bring your family, friends, neighbors, and classmates. We'll gather to play in the Magazine Room.…Learn More23
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Monday, April 243:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Dungeons & Dragons for Grades 4-6
NOTE GRADES: For Kids in Grades 4-6. There is separate date for D&D for grades 7-12. IMPORTANT: There are two sessions of D&D for grades 4-6. Registration opens for both on January 18th at 9am and is still required. You may register for ONE of the two.…Learn MoreMonday, April 247:30—8:45 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
News & Views (VIRTUAL)
Join moderator Paul Robicheau of Salem State University to converse and deliberate on a wide variety of interesting topics pulled straight for the morning’s headlines. Politics, pop culture, local and national news – Discuss the news and air your views from 7:30 – 8:45 pm on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month.25
Tuesday, April 253:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Lego Club
Kids in grades K + are invited to join Annie in letting your imaginations run wild and to put your building skills to the test.26
Wednesday, April 262:00—4:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Drop In Tech Help (IN PERSON)
Bring your device or use one of our laptops to practice your computer skills. A librarian will be on hand if you have any questions. For more information, email rivas@noblenet. org or call the Reference Desk at 781-246-6334.27
Thursday, April 273:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
YA Graphic Design Challenge
For kids in grades 5-12. Learn the basics of graphic design with Annie, then put your artistic skills to work completing a design challenge. We will design on Canva. com. You may bring your own laptop or borrow one from the library. BEFORE THE PROGRAM: Please create your own FREE Canva account.…Learn MoreThursday, April 276:45—8:45 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Board Games & Beyond (IN PERSON)
Join our monthly game cafe with host Jeff Tolleson. Bring a friend or join a team when you get here. Thursday, April 278:00—9:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Fox Creek: Author Talk with William Kent Krueger (VIRTUAL)
This is an online program. You are in for a riveting hour online with New York Times bestselling author William Kent Krueger. Join us as he discusses his newest book in the Cork O’Connor series, Fox Creek.
Fox Creek follows Cork O”Connor in a race against time to save his wife, a mysterious stranger, and an Ojibwe healer from bloodthirsty mercenaries.…Learn More28
Friday, April 283:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Ukulele Kids
Kids in grades 1-4. 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. Also, we will be adding a couple new chords and techniques to our playing. Our focus will be on group playing.…Learn More29
Saturday, April 29All DayLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Library Closing at 4 pm
Library closing at 4 pm to prepare for Blossoms at the Beebe
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