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Thursday, February 19:30—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. If this one is full, please check the identical program at 9:30am on Wednesdays. Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending.…Learn MoreThursday, February 17:00—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 More2
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Saturday, February 310:00 AM—12:00 PMTrustees RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Dungeons & Dragons for Adults (IN PERSON)
Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons adventure for adults (ages 18+). Run by the library's resident Game Master, Casey, you will embark on a fun D&D adventure over the course of two hours. New and experienced players alike are welcome. Everything will be taught as needed during game play if you're new!No supplies are needed - characters will be provided if you do not want to make your own (level 7) and links for dice rollers will be sent out with the zoom link the day of.…Learn More4
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Monday, February 59:30—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 More6
Tuesday, February 69:30—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 MoreTuesday, February 610:45—11:30 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Baby Story Time
PLEASE NOTE TIME CHANGEJoin 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 MoreTuesday, February 67:00—8:45 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Personal Storytelling: How to Find Your Stories and Craft Them for Any Audience (IN PERSON)
This series takes place on the first four Tuesdays in February (2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27). It is suggested that patrons commit to attending at least two of the workshops. Please register for as MANY workshops as you can and register for each individual workshop you plan on attending, as spaces are limited.…Learn More7
Wednesday, February 79:30—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. If this one is full, please check the identical program at 9:30am on Thursdays. Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 79:30—11:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group (VIRTUAL): LinkedIn (Part #1)
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, from 6pm to 8pm, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More8
Thursday, February 89:30—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. If this one is full, please check the identical program at 9:30am on Wednesdays. Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending.…Learn MoreThursday, February 87:00—8:30 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Friends of Beebe Library (IN PERSON)
Monthly Friends Board Meeting. All members welcome.
Thursday, February 87:00—8:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Bad Art Night (IN PERSON)
This is an In Person Program for Ages 14+. Was 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.…Learn MoreThursday, February 88:00—9:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Author Talk: Tessa Bailey (VIRTUAL)
This is an online program. Join us as the #1 New York Times bestselling author Tessa Bailey talks about the launch of her new super hot sports romance duology with a rom-com about a bad boy professional athlete who falls for his biggest fan in her new book Fangirl Down.…Learn More9
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Monday, February 12All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Library Opening Late at 11:00 am
The library will be closed from 9-11 am on Monday, February 12 for staff development. We will open at 11:00 am.
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Tuesday, February 139:30—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 MoreTuesday, February 1310:45—11:30 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Baby Story Time
PLEASE NOTE TIME CHANGEJoin 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 MoreTuesday, February 136:00—7:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Supper Sleuths (ZOOM)DATE CHANGED TO 2/20/24
Mystery Book Discussion GroupDATE CHANGED TO 2/20/24Register at the 2/20 event for a Zoom link. Tuesday, February 136:30—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 D&D adventure over the course of two hours. New and experienced players alike are welcome. Everything will be taught as needed during game play if you're new!No supplies are needed - characters will be provided if you do not want to make your own (level 7) and links for dice rollers will be sent out with the zoom link the day of.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 137:00—8:45 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Personal Storytelling: How to Find Your Stories and Craft Them for Any Audience (IN PERSON)
This series takes place on the first four Tuesdays in February (2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27). It is suggested that patrons commit to attending at least two of the workshops. Please register for as MANY workshops as you can and register for each individual workshop you plan on attending, as spaces are limited.…Learn More14
Wednesday, February 149:30—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. If this one is full, please check the identical program at 9:30am on Thursdays. Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 146:30—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
English Conversation Group (IN PERSON)
This is a weekly in person program. Practice your English conversation skills each week in a friendly, supportive, and relaxed session led by Holly Turner a native English speaker. At each meeting we will talk about a different topic and do some fun activities to help you make new friends, and build your confidence speaking English.…Learn More15
Thursday, February 159:30—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. If this one is full, please check the identical program at 9:30am on Wednesdays. Registration is required for this event; you only need to register one person per family/group attending.…Learn MoreThursday, February 156:30—8:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
DOWNSIZING: Your Children Don't Want it? 15 Tips with Appraiser Mike Ivankovich. (VIRTUAL)
This is a Virtual Program. We hear it every day. “My Children Don’t Want It. What Can I Do?” And it’s happening all over America. In this session Mike will give you 15 Tips & Strategies designed not only to help you deal with your “stuff,” but hopefully help you make some good money when selling it.…Learn MoreThursday, February 157:00—9:00 PMCafé Capri, 355 Main St, Reading, MA 01867Community Locations345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Books on Tap (IN PERSON)
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 More16
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Monday, February 19Closed
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Tuesday, February 20All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Scavenger Hunt
February 20 - 24, all day long (ending at 4pm on Saturday the 24th). For all ages and families. Decode a secret message as you walk on the wild side in this jungle-themed scavenger hunt. Players will need to be able to identify and write letters of the alphabet.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 204:00—5:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Author Talk: Jason Mott (VIRTUAL)
This is a Virtual Program. You’re invited to join us as we talk to New York Times bestselling author Jason Mott about his recent novel Hell of a Book. This magnificent work of fiction is deeply honest, at times electrically funny, and is a book that goes to the heart of racism, police violence, and the hidden costs exacted upon Black Americans and America as a whole.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 206:00—7:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Supper Sleuths (ZOOM)
Mystery Book Discussion (rescheduled from 2/13/24)A Zoom link will be forwarded to you at 5 pm on the day of the event. (Registration ends at that time)Theme is New England Mysteries or AuthorsTuesday, February 207:00—8:45 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Personal Storytelling: How to Find Your Stories and Craft Them for Any Audience (IN PERSON)
This series takes place on the first four Tuesdays in February (2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27). It is suggested that patrons commit to attending at least two of the workshops. Please register for as MANY workshops as you can and register for each individual workshop you plan on attending, as spaces are limited.…Learn More21
Wednesday, February 21All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Scavenger Hunt
February 20 - 24, all day long (ending at 4pm on Saturday the 24th). For all ages and families. Decode a secret message as you walk on the wild side in this jungle-themed scavenger hunt. Players will need to be able to identify and write letters of the alphabet.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 219:30—11:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group (VIRTUAL): LinkedIn (Part #2)
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, from 6pm to 8pm, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 212:00—4:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Drop-in Tech Help
Stop by the library on Wednesday afternoons to see how we can assist with your technology questions. For more information visit wakefieldlibrary. org/techWednesday, February 216:30—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
English Conversation Group (IN PERSON)
This is a weekly in person program. Practice your English conversation skills each week in a friendly, supportive, and relaxed session led by Holly Turner a native English speaker. At each meeting we will talk about a different topic and do some fun activities to help you make new friends, and build your confidence speaking English.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 217:00—8:15 PMLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Books by the Lake
Beebe Library's longest running book group. 22
Thursday, February 22All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Scavenger Hunt
February 20 - 24, all day long (ending at 4pm on Saturday the 24th). For all ages and families. Decode a secret message as you walk on the wild side in this jungle-themed scavenger hunt. Players will need to be able to identify and write letters of the alphabet.…Learn MoreThursday, February 222:30—3:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Tech Classes: Fact, Fiction, or Fantasy on the Web (IN PERSON)
The topic of this class is how to tell what’s true and false on the internet. There can be a great deal of misinformation and disinformation floating around on the internet and circling social media. Come to this class to learn techniques for identifying false information and how to seek out trustworthy sources.…Learn MoreThursday, February 227:00—8:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
CANCELED - Tech Classes: Fact, Fiction, or Fantasy on the Web (IN PERSON)
The topic of this class is how to tell what’s true and false on the internet. There can be a great deal of misinformation and disinformation floating around on the internet, and circling social media. Come to this class to learn techniques for identifying false information and how to seek out trustworthy sources.…Learn More23
Friday, February 23All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Scavenger Hunt
February 20 - 24, all day long (ending at 4pm on Saturday the 24th). For all ages and families. Decode a secret message as you walk on the wild side in this jungle-themed scavenger hunt. Players will need to be able to identify and write letters of the alphabet.…Learn More24
Saturday, February 24All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Scavenger Hunt
February 20 - 24, all day long (ending at 4pm on Saturday the 24th). For all ages and families. Decode a secret message as you walk on the wild side in this jungle-themed scavenger hunt. Players will need to be able to identify and write letters of the alphabet.…Learn MoreSaturday, February 242:00—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.25
Sunday, February 254:00—6:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Conversations Unpacking Whiteness (VIRTUAL)
Conversations Unpacking 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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Monday, February 267:00—8:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
One Four All Ukulele Club
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. Adults, Young Adults and Families are welcome!This Month - Songs of Love (and a couple bad breakups!)27
Tuesday, February 277:00—8:45 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Personal Storytelling: How to Find Your Stories and Craft Them for Any Audience (IN PERSON)
This series takes place on the first four Tuesdays in February (2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27). It is suggested that patrons commit to attending at least two of the workshops. Please register for as MANY workshops as you can and register for each individual workshop you plan on attending, as spaces are limited.…Learn More28
Wednesday, February 282:00—3:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Author Talk: Kim Scott (VIRTUAL)
This is a Virtual Program. Why is feedback so difficult, and how can we make it easier? The idea is simple: You don't have to choose between being a pushover and a jerk. Kim Scott, New York Times bestselling author of Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity, will explain the Radical Candor feedback framework and how you can practice it today.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 282:00—3:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Drop-in Tech Help
Stop by the library on Wednesday afternoons between 2:00 and 3:00 for a 15-minute one-on-one appointment in the Lecture Hall. Wednesday, February 286:30—8:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
English Conversation Group (IN PERSON)
This is a weekly in person program. Practice your English conversation skills each week in a friendly, supportive, and relaxed session led by Holly Turner a native English speaker. At each meeting we will talk about a different topic and do some fun activities to help you make new friends, and build your confidence speaking English.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 287:00—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Next Chapter Book Club
For kids in grades 5 & 6 and their favorite adult!Join us for snacks, fun, book discussion and more Wednesday nights for Next Chapter Book Club for early middle schoolers and their favorite adult. This month's book is: A Wish in the Dark by Christina Soontornvat.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 287:00—8:30 PMLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Beebe Trivia (IN PERSON)
Tell your friends and relatives; gather your 2024 dream team, because Trivia is happening again in the Library's beautiful Living Room!Your librarians create the whole game from scratch using our plentiful library resources, so come out and test your quizmaster IQ! Teams can have up to 6 players, and there are prizes from local eateries for first and second place.…Learn More29
Thursday, February 296:30—8:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
The Traveling Librarian Goes to Glasgow & Edinburgh (IN PERSON)
GLASGOW & EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - Join Reference Librarian Jeff Klapes for another of his popular armchair travel presentations. This time we'll visit Scotland’s two biggest cities. Edinburgh is royal and stately, while Glasgow is brash and edgy. But both have rich history, amazing museums, and incredible architecture, and there is always time to stop at a pub for a pint and some fish and chips.…Learn More