June 2024

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Monday, June 32:00—3:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Author Talk: Curator Matt Shindell (VIRTUAL)

Author Talk: Curator Matt Shindell (VIRTUAL)Mars and its secrets have fascinated and mystified humans since ancient times. Due to its vivid color and visibility, geologic kinship with Earth, and potential as our best hope for settlement, Mars embodies everything that inspires us about space and exploration.…Learn More
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Wednesday, June 59:30—11:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group (VIRTUAL): Thinking Outside The Box

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group (VIRTUAL): Thinking Outside The BoxThe 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 More

Wednesday, June 52:00—3:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Drop-in Tech Help

Drop-in Tech HelpStop 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, June 56:30—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

English Conversation Group (IN PERSON)

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 More
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Monday, June 10All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Scavenger Hunt for the Lost Colors

Scavenger Hunt for the Lost ColorsJune 10-14, all day long (ending at 4pm on Saturday the 14th). For all ages and families. Players will need someone who can read in their group. All the colors of the rainbow have disappeared! Find them all and put them back in the rainbow to win! No registration required.
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Tuesday, June 11All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Scavenger Hunt for the Lost Colors

Scavenger Hunt for the Lost ColorsJune 10-14, all day long (ending at 4pm on Saturday the 14th). For all ages and families. Players will need someone who can read in their group. All the colors of the rainbow have disappeared! Find them all and put them back in the rainbow to win! No registration required.

Tuesday, June 116:00—7:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Supper Sleuths (IN PERSON)

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 FREE READ. Supper Sleuths will no longer be facilitated by the library.   This meeting will include a discussion of the group's continuation as an informal group.…Learn More

Tuesday, June 116:30—8:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults (VIRTUAL)

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 More
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Wednesday, June 12All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Scavenger Hunt for the Lost Colors

Scavenger Hunt for the Lost ColorsJune 10-14, all day long (ending at 4pm on Saturday the 14th). For all ages and families. Players will need someone who can read in their group. All the colors of the rainbow have disappeared! Find them all and put them back in the rainbow to win! No registration required.

Wednesday, June 129:30—11:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group (VIRTUAL): Marketing Plan

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group (VIRTUAL): Marketing PlanThe 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 More

Wednesday, June 122:00—3:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Drop-in Tech Help

Drop-in Tech HelpStop 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, June 126:30—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

English Conversation Group (IN PERSON)

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 More
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Thursday, June 13All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Scavenger Hunt for the Lost Colors

Scavenger Hunt for the Lost ColorsJune 10-14, all day long (ending at 4pm on Saturday the 14th). For all ages and families. Players will need someone who can read in their group. All the colors of the rainbow have disappeared! Find them all and put them back in the rainbow to win! No registration required.

Thursday, June 138:00—9:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Author Talk: Freida McFadden (VIRTUAL)

Author Talk: Freida McFadden (VIRTUAL) Get your popcorn and take a seat as we pick the brain of the queen of twists herself, Freida McFadden! McFadden will join us to chat about writing psychological thrillers, her mega-bestselling hit The Housemaid series, in particular her forthcoming (June 11, 2024) third installment, The Housemaid Is Watching.…Learn More
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Friday, June 14All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Scavenger Hunt for the Lost Colors

Scavenger Hunt for the Lost ColorsJune 10-14, all day long (ending at 4pm on Saturday the 14th). For all ages and families. Players will need someone who can read in their group. All the colors of the rainbow have disappeared! Find them all and put them back in the rainbow to win! No registration required.
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Saturday, June 15All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Scavenger Hunt for the Lost Colors

Scavenger Hunt for the Lost ColorsJune 10-14, all day long (ending at 4pm on Saturday the 14th). For all ages and families. Players will need someone who can read in their group. All the colors of the rainbow have disappeared! Find them all and put them back in the rainbow to win! No registration required.
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Sunday, June 16Closed

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Monday, June 177:00—8:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

One Four All Ukulele Club - Surf's Up!

One Four All Ukulele Club - Surf's Up!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!
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Wednesday, June 19Closed

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Thursday, June 202:00—3:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Author Talk: Tiffany Jewell (VIRTUAL)

Author Talk: Tiffany Jewell (VIRTUAL) Join us as #1 New York Times bestselling author Tiffany Jewell highlights the inequities Black and Brown students face from preschool through college as she presents lessons and knowledge from her new book Everything I Learned About Racism I Learned in School.…Learn More

Thursday, June 207:00—9:00 PMMain Street Grill, 1099 Main St, Wakefield, MA 01880Community Locations345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Books on Tap (IN PERSON)

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 dinner & drinks, we'll dive into new genres and forms while getting to know fellow Wakefield readers.…Learn More
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Saturday, June 222:00—3:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Opera Club of Wakefield (IN PERSON)

theater stage with red velvet curtainListen, share, enjoy, and explore the wonderful world of opera through performances both past and present.
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Sunday, June 23Closed

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Monday, June 249:30—10:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

1 and 2 Year Old Story Time

1-2, ages 1-2, toddler, story timeSing, 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, June 2410:45—11:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

1 and 2 Year Old Story Time

1-2, ages 1-2, toddler, story timeSing, 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, June 243:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Pony Bead Keychain Animals

Pony Bead Keychain AnimalsFor incoming grades 4-6. Create a keychain animal using pony beads with Ms ArielRegistration is required and opens one week prior.
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Tuesday, June 259:30—10:30 AMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Story Book Artist's Club (Ages 3-5)

Story Book Artist's Club (Ages 3-5)For ages 3-5. Older siblings are welcome!Join Holly to share some great picture books, then create our own art in the style of the illustrator.   This week’s book - A Color of His Own by Leo Lionni. Registration is required and opens one week before.…Learn More

Tuesday, June 2510:45—11:30 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Baby Story Time

Baby Story TimeJoin Ariel 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, June 257:00—8:30 PMLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Beebe Trivia (IN PERSON)

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 More
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Wednesday, June 269:30—10:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

3-5 Year Old Story Time

preschool, ages 3-5, 3-5, story timeFor 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.

Wednesday, June 262:00—3:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Drop-in Tech Help

Drop-in Tech HelpStop 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, June 266:30—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

English Conversation Group (IN PERSON)

English Conversation Group (IN PERSON) Practice your English conversation skills each week in a friendly, supportive environment!

Wednesday, June 267:00—8:15 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Bees at the Beebe: Let’s Talk About Honey Bees (IN PERSON)

Bees at the Beebe: Let’s Talk About Honey Bees (IN PERSON) LIVE bees in a fully-enclosed observation hive will attend for you to see the bees up close and watch their movements. See if YOU can find the queen in the hive. Learn about the Vibe in the Hive and the life of a honey bee. Find out how a bee becomes a queen.…Learn More
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Thursday, June 2711:00 AM—12:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Wee Wigglers

Wee WigglersFor ages 1-4, siblings welcomeGet the wiggles out with playtime at the library! We’ll provide the toys and activities for an unstructured time for littles to play, socialize, and make friends. In addition to enhancing motor and social skills, this is also a great time for children and caregivers alike to connect with other families in the community and discover library resources for you and your family.…Learn More

Thursday, June 276:30—7:45 PMLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Summer Buzz: Your Librarians Share Their Favorite Reads, Live!

Summer Buzz: Your Librarians Share Their Favorite Reads, Live!Looking for something to read this summer? We have LOTS of suggestions. In fact, we suggest you bring a bag to this event! For this program (formerly known as Beach Reads) your Beebe Librarians have created themed lists of books with something for everyone.…Learn More
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Friday, June 283:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

YA Between the Lines: Graphic Novel Book Club

Middle School Book ClubFor kids entering grades 5-8Join Holly to read some excellent  graphic novels, and look “between the lines”  to discuss connections, themes, and inside jokes the authors and illustrators created for the reader. This month’s Book : Hey Kiddo by Jarrett Krosoczka.…Learn More
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Saturday, June 2911:00 AM—12:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Munsey's Magic at Beebe Library

MagicJoin us for a delightful morning of magic!Magician Jim Munsey will bring his fun-filled show to Beebe Library. We'll have comedy, surprises, magic (of course!), mystery, mentalism, and more!  Prepare to be fooled!Please note that this program is intended for children six and up, as well as teens, and adults of all ages.…Learn More
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Sunday, June 30Closed

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