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Tuesday, October 19:30—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, October 110:45—11:15 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, October 16:00—7:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Halloween Paper Lanterns (IN PERSON)
This is an in-person program. Spooky season is here! Come and learn how to make DIY Halloween Lanterns. There is limited space in this program so sign up now! Materials will be provided. Step by Step instructions will be provided by our resident program librarian.…Learn More2
Wednesday, October 29:30—11:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group (VIRTUAL): Cover Letters/Using AI
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets the 1st & 3rd , from 9:30 am to 11:30am, 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, October 22:00—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, October 22:00—3:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Bats: with Scientists from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (VIRTUAL)
This is an online program. Click here to receive the Zoom link. Join us in kicking off October as we welcome three Smithsonian-affiliated scientists to teach us about the remarkable world of tropical bats!For decades, scientists at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute have studied the remarkable biodiversity of bats on Barro Colorado Island in Panama, where an astonishing seventy-six species coexist.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 26:30—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
English Conversation Group (IN PERSON)
Practice your English conversation skills each week in a friendly, supportive environment!3
Thursday, October 39:30—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 session is full, please check our other identical session at 9:30 on Wednesdays.Thursday, October 36:30—8:00 PMLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Owls of the World - Who's Watching You? (IN PERSON)
This is an In Person ProgramIn this very special presentation by Eyes on Owls we'll learn about the world of owls. Everyone loves owls! Yet, how often do you get to see an owl up close? Perhaps you've glimpsed the shadowy form of a Great-horned Owl in the beam of your headlights as you traveled a back road at night.…Learn MoreThursday, October 37:00—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 More4
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Saturday, October 510:00—10:45 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
All Together Now
Join Holly for a celebration of music and movement for kids ages 3-5 and siblings. We’ll be singing, dancing, playing, listening to and making music. The whole family is invited to join in “All Together Now!”This program is sensory friendly. Registration is required and opens one week prior.…Learn More6
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Monday, October 79:30—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 MoreMonday, October 710:45—11:30 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. This program is designed for adult caregivers and babies, so please no older siblings.…Learn More8
Tuesday, October 89:30—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, October 810:45—11:15 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 More9
Wednesday, October 99:30—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 session is full, please check our other identical session at 9:30 on Thursdays.Wednesday, October 91:00—2:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Tech Classes: Intro to Canva (IN PERSON)
This is a repeating in-person program. Canva is a great tool for creating visual content for social media. The platform offers a wide range of templates for different types of designs, such as social media posts and info-graphics. It can also be a resource to create personalized holiday cards or birthday cards.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 92:00—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, October 96:30—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
English Conversation Group (IN PERSON)
Practice your English conversation skills each week in a friendly, supportive environment!Wednesday, October 97:00—8:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Author Talk with Silvia Moreno-Garcia (VIRTUAL)
This is an online program. Click here to receive the Zoom link. You’re invited to free your mind with the highly acclaimed Silvia Moreno-Garcia, New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of several novels including Mexican Gothic, The Daughter of Doctor Moreau, Gods of Jade and Shadow, and many more!Moreno-Garcia’s most recent novel, The Seventh Veil of Salome, is set in 1950s Hollywood.…Learn More10
Thursday, October 109:30—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 session is full, please check our other identical session at 9:30 on Wednesdays.Thursday, October 107:00—8:30 PMTrustees RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Friends of Beebe Library (In Person)
Monthly Friends Board Meeting. All welcome. This meeting will be held in the 2nd floor Trustee's Room.
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Tuesday, October 15All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Scattered Skeleton Scavenger Hunt
Search the lower level of the library to find the skeleton's missing bones! To participate, visit the Youth Desk and let a librarian know you’re here for the scavenger hunt.
The scavenger hunt runs all day long* from Tuesday, October 15 - Saturday, October 19
*Please be advised that the game will end on Saturday, October 19 at 4 PM.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 159:30—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, October 1510:45—11:15 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 More16
Wednesday, October 16All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Scattered Skeleton Scavenger Hunt
Search the lower level of the library to find the skeleton's missing bones! To participate, visit the Youth Desk and let a librarian know you’re here for the scavenger hunt.
The scavenger hunt runs all day long* from Tuesday, October 15 - Saturday, October 19
*Please be advised that the game will end on Saturday, October 19 at 4 PM.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 169:30—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 session is full, please check our other identical session at 9:30 on Thursdays.Wednesday, October 169:30—11:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group (VIRTUAL): Thinking Outside The Box
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets the 1st & 3rd , from 9:30 am to 11:30am, 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, October 162:00—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, October 166:30—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
English Conversation Group (IN PERSON)
Practice your English conversation skills each week in a friendly, supportive environment!Wednesday, October 167:00—8:15 PMLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Books by the Lake
Beebe Library's longest running book group. 17
Thursday, October 17All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Scattered Skeleton Scavenger Hunt
Search the lower level of the library to find the skeleton's missing bones! To participate, visit the Youth Desk and let a librarian know you’re here for the scavenger hunt.
The scavenger hunt runs all day long* from Tuesday, October 15 - Saturday, October 19
*Please be advised that the game will end on Saturday, October 19 at 4 PM.…Learn MoreThursday, October 179:30—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 session is full, please check our other identical session at 9:30 on Wednesdays.Thursday, October 173:30—5:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
For kids Grades 7-12Just bring yourself and your sense of adventure for this collaborative tabletop roleplaying game! We’ll provide the dice and characters (if you don’t have your own). If you bring your own character, please be sure they are level 5.…Learn MoreThursday, October 177:00—9:00 PMMain Street Grill, 1099 Main St, Wakefield, MA 01880Community 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 More18
Friday, October 18All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Scattered Skeleton Scavenger Hunt
Search the lower level of the library to find the skeleton's missing bones! To participate, visit the Youth Desk and let a librarian know you’re here for the scavenger hunt.
The scavenger hunt runs all day long* from Tuesday, October 15 - Saturday, October 19
*Please be advised that the game will end on Saturday, October 19 at 4 PM.…Learn MoreFriday, October 1812:15—3:15 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Video Gaming with One Up Games
Calling all gamers, grades 3 to 12, join us for an afternoon of open video game play with OneUp Games on your day off! If you're age 12 or older, you can also try out their VR headsets and games. Registration is strongly encouraged and will open one week prior at 9 AM.…Learn More19
Saturday, October 19All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Scattered Skeleton Scavenger Hunt
Search the lower level of the library to find the skeleton's missing bones! To participate, visit the Youth Desk and let a librarian know you’re here for the scavenger hunt.
The scavenger hunt runs all day long* from Tuesday, October 15 - Saturday, October 19
*Please be advised that the game will end on Saturday, October 19 at 4 PM.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 1911:00 AM—12:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Mysterious Massachusetts (IN PERSON)
This is an In-Person Program. Every state has its ghost stories, but no other state has the Dover Demon or the Salem Witch Trials. From sea-side ghosts, to UFOs over the Berkshires, Massachusetts has a rich history of paranormal legend, odd events, and strange denizens.…Learn More20
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Monday, October 217:00—8:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
One Four All Ukulele Club - Songs for the Haunting Season
One Four All Ukulele Club is for all ukulele players, whether you have been playing for years, or play a couple chords and want to learn more. Adults, Young Adults and Families are welcome!
This Month's Theme : No Monster Mash for Halloween this year…Learn More22
Tuesday, October 222:00—3:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Author Talk with Lori Gottlieb (VIRTUAL)
This is an online program. Click here to receive the Zoom link. Every year, nearly 30 million Americans sit on a therapist’s couch—and some of these patients are therapists. In her remarkable book Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, Lori Gottlieb tells us that despite her license and rigorous training, her most significant credential is that she’s a card-carrying member of the human race.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 223:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Elementary Glowing Pet Ghosts
For grades K-2. Raise your spirits with a not-so-creepy craft! Using glow-in-the-dark materials, create your own pet ghost and a jar for it to live in with Ms. Annie. Registration is required and opens one week prior.Tuesday, October 227:00—8:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Migration Marvels with Mass Audubon (Virtual)
This is a Virtual Program. Migration patterns span multiple countries, seasons, and habitats. Unfortunately, migrating birds - and other creatures - face increasing challenges every year as breeding, stopover, and winter habitats are impacted by human development and climate change.…Learn More23
Wednesday, October 232:00—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, October 236:30—8:00 PMLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Program RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
English Conversation Group (IN PERSON)
Practice your English conversation skills each week in a friendly, supportive environment!Wednesday, October 237:00—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Next Chapter Book Club
For kids in grades 5 & 6 and their favorite adult!Readers are in charge and will choose all of the books and lead discussions with snacks and an activity. This Month's Book: TBDRegistration is required for both adult and middle schooler(s) and will open the morning of the previous meeting at 9am.24
Thursday, October 243:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Junkbots : Robots from recycled materials
Create the wackiest robots using recycled materials and old computer parts. For grades 4-8Registration is required and opens one week prior.Thursday, October 246:00—8:00 PMFront PlazaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
WHS Pumpkins on the Plaza
It's spooky season! When dusk falls, come and see the beautifully illuminated jack-o’lanterns carved by Wakefield High School art students. Rain or shine!25
Friday, October 2511:00 AM—12:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Crafty Crochet & Knitting Club (IN PERSON)
This is an In-person program. If you love knitting, embroidery, crocheting and more, join Lisa's crafty community group! This program is being held bi-weekly in the lecture hall. See the dates below. Lecture HallOctober 25th, 11…Learn More26
Saturday, October 2610:00—10:45 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
All Together Now
Join Holly for a celebration of music and movement for kids ages 3-5 and siblings. We’ll be singing, dancing, playing, listening to and making music. The whole family is invited to join in “All Together Now!”This program is sensory friendly. Registration is required and opens one week prior.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 262:00—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.27
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Monday, October 2810:00—10:45 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Halloween Dance Party
For ages 2-5Join Holly to celebrate our favorite spooky holiday. Come dance, sing, play games, blow bubbles and get in the mood for the big night! Costumes are encouraged. Registration opens one week in advance.29
Tuesday, October 293:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Elementary I Spy Bottles
Create your very own I Spy Bottle. Tuesday, October 297:00—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 More30
Wednesday, October 302:00—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, October 303:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Tiny Potions for Grades 3-5
Perfect your potion-making prowess using slime, paint, sequins, and more.Wednesday, October 306:00—7:30 PMGalvin Middle School LibraryCommunity Locations345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Author Talk with Jennifer De Leon: The Power of Storytelling
Join Jennifer De Leon - editor, author, and professor of Creative Writing - for this honest and inspirational talk. Jennifer will share some of the ways in which "story" can provide crucial insight into the complex intersection of race, class, and educational issues, dispelling myths and showcasing the diversity of our shared community's experiences.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 306:30—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
English Conversation Group (IN PERSON)
Practice your English conversation skills each week in a friendly, supportive environment!31