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Wednesday, September 49:30—11:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group (VIRTUAL): LinkedIn
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, September 41:00—2:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Tech Classes: Hoopla & Kanopy (IN PERSON)
This is a repeating in-person program. In this beginner-level class, you'll learn how to download and use hoopla and Kanopy, two of Beebe Library's services that deliver eBooks, audiobooks, music, and movies right to your computer, tablet, or smartphone.…Learn MoreWednesday, September 42:00—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, September 46:30—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!5
Thursday, September 56:00—7:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Encore: Piano Concert with Matt Savage (IN PERSON)
Join us for in the Lecture Hall for a special performance with jazz pianist and composer Matt Savage! September 5th, at 6:00 Savage will be performing a solo piano concert. Short Biography: Matt Savage has played with some of the biggest names in jazz, including Chick Corea, the Ellington All Stars, Chaka Khan, Wynton Marsalis, Bobby Watson, Clark Terry, Jimmy Heath, Jason Moran, Arturo O’Farrill, John Pizzarelli, Joshua Redman, Terri Lyne Carrington, Jon Faddis, Jerry Bergonzi and Donny McCaslin among others.…Learn More6
Friday, September 611:00 AM—12:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Chair Yoga with Kathryn Mahoney (IN PERSON)
So what exactly is Chair Yoga?In chair yoga, we will be seated in chairs for practice in a circle formation with mats under our chairs. Kat will provide a strap as a prop. Please bring your own mat if possible. Kat will guide meditation, breathwork, warmups and asana (postures) all from the support of a chair.…Learn More7
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Sunday, September 8Closed
Beebe Library
Sunday, September 84:00—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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Tuesday, September 101:00—2:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Alzheimer's Association: Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body (IN PERSON)
This is an in-person program. Learn about important research into diet/nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement, and develop a plan for healthy aging. Speaker's BioThe Alzheimer’s Association provides care and support to those affected by Alzheimer’s and all other dementia through free, high-quality education programs.…Learn MoreTuesday, September 102:00—3:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Author Talk: Garrett Graff (VIRTUAL)
This is an online program. Don’t forget to register for this incredibly moving virtual chat with New York Times bestselling author Garrett Graff! An expert at capturing the human drama, Graff will speak about his body of work with particular focus on his oral histories, The Only Plane in the Sky: An Oral History of 9/11 and When the Sea Came Alive: An Oral History of D-Day.…Learn More11
Wednesday, September 11Closed
Beebe Library
Wednesday, September 112:00—3:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Drop-in Tech Help (CANCELED)
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, September 116:30—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
English Conversation Group (CANCELED)
Practice your English conversation skills each week in a friendly, supportive environment!12
Thursday, September 12Closed
Beebe Library
Thursday, September 127:00—8:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Friends of Beebe Library (Online)
Monthly Friends Board Meeting. All welcome. This meeting will be online, please email friends@friendsofbeebe. org for the Zoom link.
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Friday, September 1311:00 AM—12:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Chair Yoga with Kathryn Mahoney (IN PERSON)
So what exactly is Chair Yoga?In chair yoga we will be seated in chairs for practice in a circle formation with mats under our chairs. Kat will provide a strap as a prop. Please bring your own mat if possible. Kat will guide meditation, breathwork, warmups and asana (postures) all from the support of a chair.…Learn More14
Saturday, September 1410:00—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, September 1411:00 AM—12:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Hidden Treasures in Town Records Lecture and Q&A with Dr. McCoy (VIRTUAL)
Town Records can be gold mines for genealogists. Learn tips and tactics for locating your ancestors' roots from professional genealogist, Dr. Carol P. McCoy. Find ways to maximize traditional resources, such as the library's historical archive, historical societies, and the internet to learn about your family heritage.…Learn More15
Sunday, September 154:00—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, September 16All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Pets of Beebe Library Scavenger Hunt
Calling all animal lovers! Search the lower level of the library to find the pets of Beebe staff! 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 Monday, September 16 through Saturday, September 21.…Learn MoreMonday, September 169:30—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, September 1610:45—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 MoreMonday, September 167:00—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 can strum a couple chords and want to add more to your repertoire. Adults, Young Adults and Families are welcome!This Month's Theme: Baby You Can Drive My Car…Train…Bus…Bike - Songs about the Ways We Travel.17
Tuesday, September 17All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Pets of Beebe Library Scavenger Hunt
Calling all animal lovers! Search the lower level of the library to find the pets of Beebe staff! 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 Monday, September 16 through Saturday, September 21.…Learn MoreTuesday, September 179:30—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, September 1710:45—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, September 176:30—8:00 PMLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Beebe Board Game Night (IN PERSON)
This is an In-Person Program. Join us to try out Beebe Library's new board game collection! Bring a friend or join a team when you get here. There are all kinds of games to choose from - exciting new ones as well as all the classics. No need to be an expert! This…Learn More18
Wednesday, September 18All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Pets of Beebe Library Scavenger Hunt
Calling all animal lovers! Search the lower level of the library to find the pets of Beebe staff! 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 Monday, September 16 through Saturday, September 21.…Learn MoreWednesday, September 189:30—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, September 189:30—11:30 AMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group (VIRTUAL): Resumes
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, September 182:00—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, September 182:00—3:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Author Talk with Nate Klemp (VIRTUAL)
This is an online program. Click here to receive the Zoom link. Join us as New York Times bestselling author and philosopher Nate Klemp helps us explore pathways back to openminded living when he talks to us about the core tenets in his new book Open: Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World.…Learn MoreWednesday, September 186:30—8:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
English Conversation Group (IN PERSON)
Practice your English conversation skills each week in a friendly, supportive environment!Wednesday, September 186:30—7:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
CANCELED - Alzheimer's Association: Empowering Caregiver Series, Effective Communication (VIRTUAL)
This is a Virtual program. THE EMPOWERED CAREGIVER- Building Foundations of Caregiving explores the role of caregivers and the changes they may experience, building a support team, and managing caregiver stress. - Supporting Independence focuses on helping the person living with dementia take part in daily activities, providing the right amount of support, and balancing safety and independence while managing expectations.…Learn MoreWednesday, September 187:00—8:15 PMLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Books by the Lake
Beebe Library's longest running book group. 19
Thursday, September 19All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Pets of Beebe Library Scavenger Hunt
Calling all animal lovers! Search the lower level of the library to find the pets of Beebe staff! 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 Monday, September 16 through Saturday, September 21.…Learn MoreThursday, September 199:30—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, September 193:30—4:45 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
YA Banned Book Jeopardy
Get ready for Banned Book Week (Sept. 22 - 28, 2024) by testing your trivia knowledge with Jeopardy at the library! Compete in teams to earn the most points as you answer questions about famous challenged and banned books, while also learning about Banned Book Week and why the American Library Association celebrates it annually.…Learn MoreThursday, September 197:00—8:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Bad Art Night (IN PERSON)
This is an In Person Program. 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. There are no rules.…Learn MoreThursday, September 197:00—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 More20
Friday, September 20All DayThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Pets of Beebe Library Scavenger Hunt
Calling all animal lovers! Search the lower level of the library to find the pets of Beebe staff! 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 Monday, September 16 through Saturday, September 21.…Learn MoreFriday, September 2011:00 AM—12:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Chair Yoga with Kathryn Mahoney (IN PERSON)
So what exactly is Chair Yoga?In chair yoga we will be seated in chairs for practice in a circle formation with mats under our chairs. Kat will provide a strap as a prop. Please bring your own mat if possible. Kat will guide meditation, breathwork, warmups and asana (postures) all from the support of a chair.…Learn MoreFriday, September 203:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Elementary Artistic Adventures
For Grades 3-4Taking inspiration from Faith Ringgold’s amazing quilt art, we’ll design a paper quilt square (or two) that will speak to the talents, loves, and individuality of each attendee. We’ll also look at Faith’s storytelling and visual art used in one of her picture books and how quilting is a unique form of self-expression.…Learn More21
Saturday, September 219:00 AM—4:00 PMThroughout the BuildingBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Pets of Beebe Library Scavenger Hunt
Calling all animal lovers! Search the lower level of the library to find the pets of Beebe staff! 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 Monday, September 16 through Saturday, September 21.…Learn MoreSaturday, September 212:00—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, September 212:30—3:30 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Pokemon Club
Calling all Pokemon trainers in grades 1-6 (and siblings), join us for Pokemon Club, featuring various Pokemon-themed activities. If you know nothing about Pokemon, that's okay too. Feel free to bring your cards as there will be time for sharing and chatting at the end.…Learn MoreSaturday, September 217:00—8:00 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Author Talk with Liane Moriarty (VIRTUAL)
This is an online program. Click here to receive the Zoom link. If you knew your future, would you try to fight fate? If you were told you only had a certain amount of time left to live, would you do things differently? Would you try to dodge your destiny? Join us as we chat with mega-bestselling author Liane Moriarty about her newest novel Here One Moment.…Learn More22
Sunday, September 224:00—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, September 239:30—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, September 2310:45—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 MoreMonday, September 233:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Elementary Woven Bowl Craft
Join us for a kids’ craft day! Turn paper plates into colorful woven bowls to hold all your trinkets. For grades 3-4. Registration required and opens one week prior.…Learn More24
Tuesday, September 249:30—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, September 2410:45—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, September 246:30—7:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Alzheimer's Association: Understanding & Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors (VIRTUAL)
This is a Virtual program. This program is meant to help caregivers respond to some common behaviors exhibited by individuals living with Alzheimer's and dementia, such as agitation, confusion, and more. Join us to learn some tips and strategies for caring for individuals with Alzheimer's and Dementia.…Learn More25
Wednesday, September 259:30—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, September 252:00—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, September 256:30—8:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
English Conversation Group (IN PERSON)
Practice your English conversation skills each week in a friendly, supportive environment!Wednesday, September 257:00—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 MoreWednesday, September 257:00—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. Our first meeting will be an introduction, where you'll be able to help choose all the books for the year and learn more about how the book club is structured.…Learn More26
Thursday, September 269:30—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, September 263:30—4:45 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
YA Digital Art Challenge
Learn the basics of Canva, a free graphic design website, then put your artistic skills to work completing a design challenge. 27
Friday, September 2711:00 AM—12:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Chair Yoga with Kathryn Mahoney (IN PERSON)
So what exactly is Chair Yoga?In chair yoga we will be seated in chairs for practice in a circle formation with mats under our chairs. Kat will provide a strap as a prop. Please bring your own mat if possible. Kat will guide meditation, breathwork, warmups and asana (postures) all from the support of a chair.…Learn MoreFriday, September 273:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Elementary Playing with Science
For kids grades K-2. It’s time to put on our lab coats, don some goggles, and play mad scientist as we learn the principles of Chemistry. Registration is required and opens one week prior.28
Saturday, September 2811:00 AM—12:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Memory-Keeping: Preserving and Sharing Wakefield’s History (IN PERSON)
A summary of the grant-funded project to better organize and safeguard the library’s special collections, increase public awareness of and accessibility to the collections, and provide patrons with the tools to organize and protect their own personal archives.…Learn More29
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Monday, September 309:30—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, September 3010:45—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 More