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April 1. 4 events.
For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Join Ms. Kathryn for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers! Stick around afterwards for a brief craft or activity with friends. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.
This is a Virtual Program. The Library 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. 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
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. 
**This session of the Conversation Group will begin on February 4. Registration will occur in early January. If you would like to show that you are interested in this session, please USE THIS LINK
Looking to practice your English speaking skills? Join a free conversation group with English At Large to practice your English speaking skills in a group setting, with the support of trained volunteer facilitators.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 19:30—10:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
3-5 Year Old Story Time
For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Join Ms. Kathryn for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers! Stick around afterwards for a brief craft or activity with friends. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Wednesday, April 19:30—11:30 AMONLINE
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Cover Letters
This is a Virtual Program. The Library 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. 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, April 12:00—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, April 16:30—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
English Conversation Group hosted by English at Large
**This session of the Conversation Group will begin on February 4. Registration will occur in early January. If you would like to show that you are interested in this session, please USE THIS LINK
Looking to practice your English speaking skills? Join a free conversation group with English At Large to practice your English speaking skills in a group setting, with the support of trained volunteer facilitators.…Learn MoreApril 2. 7 events.For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Join Ms. Kathryn for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers! Stick around afterwards for a brief craft or activity with friends. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Please Note: **Registration for this session of classes is now closed** If you would like to be notified when it is time to sign up, please visit the English at Large webpage and scroll down to the Wakefield class.
Instruction is for complete beginners, and focuses on basic survival English skills, with an emphasis on speaking:
greetings and introductions
people in the family
places in the home and community
numbers, time, money, and shopping.…Learn More
Click here to register and submit questions for the author. Join us for an exhilarating journey through the history of US women astronauts with Valerie Neal, emerita curator from the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum and expert on human spaceflight.…Learn More
For middle schoolers (grades 5-8). Join us for Lego Robotics! Learn how to build, and then program our Lego Prime robots! We'll build the robots together, and then work on programming them to complete tasks. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.
Join the reading community and settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading. We'll start by saying hello and sharing what we're reading, and then after the reading hour, attendees can socialize. .. or not! Light refreshments will be provided.…Learn More
A gentle yoga practice to release mind & body tension. This class uses breathing techniques, gentle stretches and restorative poses to help you unwind from the stresses of everyday life. Materials to bring:A yoga mat Two blankets or beach towelsYoga blocks (if you have them)Remember to dress in layers!Short BioRosanne Russell is the owner of Move2Joy Yoga Studio in Wakefield (Move2Joy.…Learn More
For grades 3-4 & an adult. Join Ms. Ariel for an intergenerational book club where readers choose the books and engage in discussions and activities! This Month's Book: Wretched Waterpark by Kiersten WhiteAllergy Alert: Snacks will be served at this programRegistration is required will open on the morning of the previous month's meeting.…Learn More
Thursday, April 29:30—10:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
3-5 Year Old Story Time
For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Join Ms. Kathryn for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers! Stick around afterwards for a brief craft or activity with friends. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Thursday, April 210:00—11:30 AMTrustees RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Beginners' English with English at Large
Please Note: **Registration for this session of classes is now closed** If you would like to be notified when it is time to sign up, please visit the English at Large webpage and scroll down to the Wakefield class.
Instruction is for complete beginners, and focuses on basic survival English skills, with an emphasis on speaking:
greetings and introductions
people in the family
places in the home and community
numbers, time, money, and shopping.…Learn MoreThursday, April 22:00—3:00 PMONLINE
Smithsonian Author Talk: Valerie Neal
Click here to register and submit questions for the author. Join us for an exhilarating journey through the history of US women astronauts with Valerie Neal, emerita curator from the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum and expert on human spaceflight.…Learn MoreThursday, April 23:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Lego Robotics
For middle schoolers (grades 5-8). Join us for Lego Robotics! Learn how to build, and then program our Lego Prime robots! We'll build the robots together, and then work on programming them to complete tasks. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Thursday, April 26:00—7:30 PMBlake GalleryBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Silent Book Club
Join the reading community and settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading. We'll start by saying hello and sharing what we're reading, and then after the reading hour, attendees can socialize. .. or not! Light refreshments will be provided.…Learn MoreThursday, April 26:30—7:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Yoga for Relaxation: Stretch, Breath & Release
A gentle yoga practice to release mind & body tension. This class uses breathing techniques, gentle stretches and restorative poses to help you unwind from the stresses of everyday life. Materials to bring:A yoga mat Two blankets or beach towelsYoga blocks (if you have them)Remember to dress in layers!Short BioRosanne Russell is the owner of Move2Joy Yoga Studio in Wakefield (Move2Joy.…Learn MoreThursday, April 27:00—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
First Thursday Book Club
For grades 3-4 & an adult. Join Ms. Ariel for an intergenerational book club where readers choose the books and engage in discussions and activities! This Month's Book: Wretched Waterpark by Kiersten WhiteAllergy Alert: Snacks will be served at this programRegistration is required will open on the morning of the previous month's meeting.…Learn MoreApril 3. 2 events.
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 weekly in the lecture hall. 
For all ages and families. Create art in a new medium each month at the Open Art Studio! Explore all kinds of tools, perspectives, and styles. Need to send a thank you card or something to hold your place while you read? This month join us in learning print making techniques to create custom bookmarks and stationery!Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.
Friday, April 311:00 AM—12:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Crafty Crochet & Knitting Club
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 weekly in the lecture hall. Friday, April 33:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
First Friday Family Art Studio
For all ages and families. Create art in a new medium each month at the Open Art Studio! Explore all kinds of tools, perspectives, and styles. Need to send a thank you card or something to hold your place while you read? This month join us in learning print making techniques to create custom bookmarks and stationery!Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.April 4. 1 event.
For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Start your Saturday with story time! Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more. This program is sensory friendly. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.
Saturday, April 410:00—10:30 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Saturday Story Time
For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Start your Saturday with story time! Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more. This program is sensory friendly. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.April 5. 1 closure. 0 events.
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April 6. 2 events.
For ages 1-2, siblings welcome. Sing, play, dance, and share stories, rhymes, and games just right for toddlers. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.
For babies ages 0-12 months and their caregivers. No older siblings, please. Join us for a short story time with songs, rhymes, and fingerplays. After the story time, stay and relax with other caregivers in the area. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.
Monday, April 69:30—10:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
1 and 2 Year Old Story Time
For ages 1-2, siblings welcome. Sing, play, dance, and share stories, rhymes, and games just right for toddlers. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Monday, April 610:45—11:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Baby Lapsit Story Time
For babies ages 0-12 months and their caregivers. No older siblings, please. Join us for a short story time with songs, rhymes, and fingerplays. After the story time, stay and relax with other caregivers in the area. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.April 7. 5 events.For ages 1-2, siblings welcome. Sing, play, dance, and share stories, rhymes, and games just right for toddlers. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Please Note: **Registration for this session of classes is now closed** If you would like to be notified when it is time to sign up for the next session, please visit the English at Large webpage and scroll down to the Wakefield class.
Instruction is for complete beginners, and focuses on basic survival English skills, with an emphasis on speaking:
greetings and introductions
people in the family
places in the home and community
numbers, time, money, and shopping.…Learn MoreFor ages 1-2, siblings welcome. Sing, play, dance, and share stories, rhymes, and games just right for toddlers. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.
Create a luminous faux stained glass pendant using stained glass paints in this hands-on program. Patrons will design and paint a circular pendant that mimics the rich color and leading of traditional stained glass—without the need for glass cutting or soldering.…Learn More
For grades 2-8. Calling all chess players! Woman International Master of Chess and MA Chess Association Director Kateryna Odnorozhenko will help you analyze your games, offer professional guidance, and answer questions to help you improve your skills. Chess Club is for players of all levels, although beginners must be familiar with placement of the pieces, and the rules of how each piece moves.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 79:30—10:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
1 and 2 Year Old Story Time
For ages 1-2, siblings welcome. Sing, play, dance, and share stories, rhymes, and games just right for toddlers. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Tuesday, April 710:00—11:30 AMTrustees RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Beginners' English with English at Large
Please Note: **Registration for this session of classes is now closed** If you would like to be notified when it is time to sign up for the next session, please visit the English at Large webpage and scroll down to the Wakefield class.
Instruction is for complete beginners, and focuses on basic survival English skills, with an emphasis on speaking:
greetings and introductions
people in the family
places in the home and community
numbers, time, money, and shopping.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 710:45—11:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
1 and 2 Year Old Story Time
For ages 1-2, siblings welcome. Sing, play, dance, and share stories, rhymes, and games just right for toddlers. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Tuesday, April 76:30—8:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Faux Stained Glass
Create a luminous faux stained glass pendant using stained glass paints in this hands-on program. Patrons will design and paint a circular pendant that mimics the rich color and leading of traditional stained glass—without the need for glass cutting or soldering.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 77:00—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Chess Club
For grades 2-8. Calling all chess players! Woman International Master of Chess and MA Chess Association Director Kateryna Odnorozhenko will help you analyze your games, offer professional guidance, and answer questions to help you improve your skills. Chess Club is for players of all levels, although beginners must be familiar with placement of the pieces, and the rules of how each piece moves.…Learn MoreApril 8. 5 events.For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Join Ms. Kathryn for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers! Stick around afterwards for a brief craft or activity with friends. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.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. 
On the second Wednesday of every month, the My Favorite Poem Club meets to discuss a poem in a cozy and relaxed setting. You don't have to be a poetry expert; all are welcome. Email lpoole@noblenet. org for more details. For our April meeting we will be discussing by "Perhaps the World Ends Here" by Joy Harjo.…Learn More
Join us as Massachusetts Master Gardener Carol Rego presents Gardening Water Wisdom: Save Water, the Environment, and Money! This presentation explains the water cycle on earth–both the natural cycle and the human cycle–and then reviews the local (Massachusetts) impact of climate change on both drought and precipitation.…Learn More**This session of the Conversation Group will begin on February 4. Registration will occur in early January. If you would like to show that you are interested in this session, please USE THIS LINK
Looking to practice your English speaking skills? Join a free conversation group with English At Large to practice your English speaking skills in a group setting, with the support of trained volunteer facilitators.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 89:30—10:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
3-5 Year Old Story Time
For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Join Ms. Kathryn for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers! Stick around afterwards for a brief craft or activity with friends. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Wednesday, April 82:00—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, April 86:30—7:30 PMLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
My Favorite Poem Club
On the second Wednesday of every month, the My Favorite Poem Club meets to discuss a poem in a cozy and relaxed setting. You don't have to be a poetry expert; all are welcome. Email lpoole@noblenet. org for more details. For our April meeting we will be discussing by "Perhaps the World Ends Here" by Joy Harjo.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 86:30—7:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Water Wisdom with the Master Gardeners
Join us as Massachusetts Master Gardener Carol Rego presents Gardening Water Wisdom: Save Water, the Environment, and Money! This presentation explains the water cycle on earth–both the natural cycle and the human cycle–and then reviews the local (Massachusetts) impact of climate change on both drought and precipitation.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 86:30—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
English Conversation Group hosted by English at Large
**This session of the Conversation Group will begin on February 4. Registration will occur in early January. If you would like to show that you are interested in this session, please USE THIS LINK
Looking to practice your English speaking skills? Join a free conversation group with English At Large to practice your English speaking skills in a group setting, with the support of trained volunteer facilitators.…Learn MoreApril 9. 4 events.For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Join Ms. Kathryn for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers! Stick around afterwards for a brief craft or activity with friends. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Please Note: **Registration for this session of classes is now closed** If you would like to be notified when it is time to sign up, please visit the English at Large webpage and scroll down to the Wakefield class.
Instruction is for complete beginners, and focuses on basic survival English skills, with an emphasis on speaking:
greetings and introductions
people in the family
places in the home and community
numbers, time, money, and shopping.…Learn More
For middle and high schoolers (grade 5-12). Come by the library for monthly themed activities, snacks, and more! Bring your friends or come solo and make new friends! Stay for the full hour or just part of it - your choice!April Theme: Throwback Party! Relive the glory days of kindergarten! Grab a juice box and build a fort, sing along to your favorite Disney tunes, play Candyland, come to Ms.…Learn More
Thursday, April 99:30—10:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
3-5 Year Old Story Time
For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Join Ms. Kathryn for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers! Stick around afterwards for a brief craft or activity with friends. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Thursday, April 910:00—11:30 AMTrustees RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Beginners' English with English at Large
Please Note: **Registration for this session of classes is now closed** If you would like to be notified when it is time to sign up, please visit the English at Large webpage and scroll down to the Wakefield class.
Instruction is for complete beginners, and focuses on basic survival English skills, with an emphasis on speaking:
greetings and introductions
people in the family
places in the home and community
numbers, time, money, and shopping.…Learn MoreThursday, April 93:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Teen Creativity Cafe
For middle and high schoolers (grade 5-12). Come by the library for monthly themed activities, snacks, and more! Bring your friends or come solo and make new friends! Stay for the full hour or just part of it - your choice!April Theme: Throwback Party! Relive the glory days of kindergarten! Grab a juice box and build a fort, sing along to your favorite Disney tunes, play Candyland, come to Ms.…Learn MoreThursday, April 97:00—8:30 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Friends of Beebe Library
Monthly Friends Board Meeting. All welcome. This meeting will be held in the Program Room.
April 10. 1 event.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 weekly in the lecture hall.
Friday, April 1011:00 AM—12:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Crafty Crochet & Knitting Club
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 weekly in the lecture hall. April 11 (Today). 1 event.
For grades 1-4. Calling all Pokémon trainers in grades 1-4, join us for Pokémon Club. This month we are creating Pokémon-inspired bracelets. Feel free to bring your cards as there will be time for sharing and chatting at the end. There is no trading during Pokémon Club.…Learn More
Saturday, April 113:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Pokémon Club
For grades 1-4. Calling all Pokémon trainers in grades 1-4, join us for Pokémon Club. This month we are creating Pokémon-inspired bracelets. Feel free to bring your cards as there will be time for sharing and chatting at the end. There is no trading during Pokémon Club.…Learn MoreApril 12. 0 events.
April 13. 0 events.
April 14. 2 events.Please Note: **Registration for this session of classes is now closed** If you would like to be notified when it is time to sign up for the next session, please visit the English at Large webpage and scroll down to the Wakefield class.
Instruction is for complete beginners, and focuses on basic survival English skills, with an emphasis on speaking:
greetings and introductions
people in the family
places in the home and community
numbers, time, money, and shopping.…Learn More
Click here to register and submit questions for the author.
Join us in conversation with acclaimed author Brad Taylor on his latest work, Shadow Strike, book 20 of the bestselling Pike Logan series. When a routine prison transfer is ambushed, Abdul Rahman (known in the shadows as the Ghost) escapes.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 1410:00—11:30 AMTrustees RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Beginners' English with English at Large
Please Note: **Registration for this session of classes is now closed** If you would like to be notified when it is time to sign up for the next session, please visit the English at Large webpage and scroll down to the Wakefield class.
Instruction is for complete beginners, and focuses on basic survival English skills, with an emphasis on speaking:
greetings and introductions
people in the family
places in the home and community
numbers, time, money, and shopping.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 147:00—8:30 PMONLINE
Author Talk: Brad Taylor
Click here to register and submit questions for the author.
Join us in conversation with acclaimed author Brad Taylor on his latest work, Shadow Strike, book 20 of the bestselling Pike Logan series. When a routine prison transfer is ambushed, Abdul Rahman (known in the shadows as the Ghost) escapes.…Learn MoreApril 15. 5 events.The Library 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. 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 MoreStop by the library on Wednesday afternoons between 2:00 and 3:00 for a 15-minute one-on-one appointment in the Lecture Hall. **This session of the Conversation Group will begin on February 4. Registration will occur in early January. If you would like to show that you are interested in this session, please USE THIS LINK
Looking to practice your English speaking skills? Join a free conversation group with English At Large to practice your English speaking skills in a group setting, with the support of trained volunteer facilitators.…Learn More
Beebe Library's longest running book group. 
For grades 5-6 & an adult. Join Ms. Annie for an intergenerational book club where readers choose the books and lead discussions and activities! This program is set up at our informational meeting in September where reading selections are chosen by club members.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 159:30—11:30 AMONLINE
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Networking "You Must Give To Get"
The Library 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. 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, April 152:00—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, April 156:30—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
English Conversation Group hosted by English at Large
**This session of the Conversation Group will begin on February 4. Registration will occur in early January. If you would like to show that you are interested in this session, please USE THIS LINK
Looking to practice your English speaking skills? Join a free conversation group with English At Large to practice your English speaking skills in a group setting, with the support of trained volunteer facilitators.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 157:00—8:15 PMLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Books by the Lake
Beebe Library's longest running book group. Wednesday, April 157:00—8:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Next Chapter Book Club
For grades 5-6 & an adult. Join Ms. Annie for an intergenerational book club where readers choose the books and lead discussions and activities! This program is set up at our informational meeting in September where reading selections are chosen by club members.…Learn MoreApril 16. 2 events.Please Note: **Registration for this session of classes is now closed** If you would like to be notified when it is time to sign up, please visit the English at Large webpage and scroll down to the Wakefield class.
Instruction is for complete beginners, and focuses on basic survival English skills, with an emphasis on speaking:
greetings and introductions
people in the family
places in the home and community
numbers, time, money, and shopping.…Learn More
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 More
Thursday, April 1610:00—11:30 AMTrustees RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Beginners' English with English at Large
Please Note: **Registration for this session of classes is now closed** If you would like to be notified when it is time to sign up, please visit the English at Large webpage and scroll down to the Wakefield class.
Instruction is for complete beginners, and focuses on basic survival English skills, with an emphasis on speaking:
greetings and introductions
people in the family
places in the home and community
numbers, time, money, and shopping.…Learn MoreThursday, April 167:00—9:00 PMMain Street Grill, 1099 Main St, Wakefield, MA 01880Community 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 MoreApril 17. 1 event.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 weekly in the lecture hall.
Friday, April 1711:00 AM—12:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Crafty Crochet & Knitting Club
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 weekly in the lecture hall. April 18. 0 events.
April 19. 0 events.
April 20. 1 closure. 0 events.
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April 21. 3 events.
For all ages & families. Grab a map because this scavenger hunt is a global adventure! Discover how Earth is affected by human life and ways that people all around the world work to protect our planet and nature. Plus, bonus trivia questions for scavenger hunters looking for an extra challenge!The scavenger hunt runs all day long from Tuesday, April 21 - Saturday, April 25.…Learn More
Join author Jeff Romano for a slideshow presentation highlighting hiking opportunities throughout New England. The program will cover destinations in all six states with a focus on itineraries featured in his latest guidebook, an updated edition to 100 Classic Hikes New England (June 2023).…Learn More
For grades 2-8 and families. Chess players in grades 2-8 and their chess-loving family members are invited to come by the library for a game or two and to meet and socialize with fellow chess players! We will have chess sets for you to use, but you are welcome to bring your own.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 21All DayChildren's AreaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Earth Day Scavenger Hunt
For all ages & families. Grab a map because this scavenger hunt is a global adventure! Discover how Earth is affected by human life and ways that people all around the world work to protect our planet and nature. Plus, bonus trivia questions for scavenger hunters looking for an extra challenge!The scavenger hunt runs all day long from Tuesday, April 21 - Saturday, April 25.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 216:30—7:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
New England Hiking with Jeff Romano
Join author Jeff Romano for a slideshow presentation highlighting hiking opportunities throughout New England. The program will cover destinations in all six states with a focus on itineraries featured in his latest guidebook, an updated edition to 100 Classic Hikes New England (June 2023).…Learn MoreTuesday, April 217:00—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Open Chess Night
For grades 2-8 and families. Chess players in grades 2-8 and their chess-loving family members are invited to come by the library for a game or two and to meet and socialize with fellow chess players! We will have chess sets for you to use, but you are welcome to bring your own.…Learn MoreApril 22. 5 events.For all ages & families. Grab a map because this scavenger hunt is a global adventure! Discover how Earth is affected by human life and ways that people all around the world work to protect our planet and nature. Plus, bonus trivia questions for scavenger hunters looking for an extra challenge!The scavenger hunt runs all day long from Tuesday, April 21 - Saturday, April 25.…Learn More
Fire and IceMad Science are coming to the Beebe during April vacation week! This spectacular show thrills audiences with impressive science experiments. The event includes foggy dry ice storms and demonstrates how giant beach balls can float in the air.…Learn More
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Award-winning and bestselling author Miranda Cowley Heller takes us on an intimate journey through the life stages of a woman in her new poetry collection, What the Deep Water Knows. In poetry that is at once bold and lyrical, affecting and devastatingly frank, Miranda Cowley Heller takes us through childhood, marriage, motherhood, and beyond.…Learn MoreStop by the library on Wednesday afternoons between 2:00 and 3:00 for a 15-minute one-on-one appointment in the Lecture Hall. **This session of the Conversation Group will begin on February 4. Registration will occur in early January. If you would like to show that you are interested in this session, please USE THIS LINK
Looking to practice your English speaking skills? Join a free conversation group with English At Large to practice your English speaking skills in a group setting, with the support of trained volunteer facilitators.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 22All DayChildren's AreaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Earth Day Scavenger Hunt
For all ages & families. Grab a map because this scavenger hunt is a global adventure! Discover how Earth is affected by human life and ways that people all around the world work to protect our planet and nature. Plus, bonus trivia questions for scavenger hunters looking for an extra challenge!The scavenger hunt runs all day long from Tuesday, April 21 - Saturday, April 25.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 2210:30—11:30 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Mad Science Presents: Fire and Ice!
Fire and IceMad Science are coming to the Beebe during April vacation week! This spectacular show thrills audiences with impressive science experiments. The event includes foggy dry ice storms and demonstrates how giant beach balls can float in the air.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 222:00—3:00 PMONLINE
Author Talk: Miranda Cowley Heller
Click here to register and submit questions for the author.
Award-winning and bestselling author Miranda Cowley Heller takes us on an intimate journey through the life stages of a woman in her new poetry collection, What the Deep Water Knows. In poetry that is at once bold and lyrical, affecting and devastatingly frank, Miranda Cowley Heller takes us through childhood, marriage, motherhood, and beyond.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 222:00—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, April 226:30—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
English Conversation Group hosted by English at Large
**This session of the Conversation Group will begin on February 4. Registration will occur in early January. If you would like to show that you are interested in this session, please USE THIS LINK
Looking to practice your English speaking skills? Join a free conversation group with English At Large to practice your English speaking skills in a group setting, with the support of trained volunteer facilitators.…Learn MoreApril 23. 3 events.For all ages & families. Grab a map because this scavenger hunt is a global adventure! Discover how Earth is affected by human life and ways that people all around the world work to protect our planet and nature. Plus, bonus trivia questions for scavenger hunters looking for an extra challenge!The scavenger hunt runs all day long from Tuesday, April 21 - Saturday, April 25.…Learn More
For grades 3-4. Join Ms. Ariel as we explore basic hand stitching. Design and create pouches, stuffed toys, accessories, and more!This month we are making our own hanging tapestries. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.
In honor of Global Astronomy Month in April, join us for a viewing of Cosmic Dawn: The Untold Story behind the James Webb Space Telescope. Go behind the scenes with the dedicated NASA team and its partners to uncover the untold story of the James Webb Space Telescope.…Learn More
Thursday, April 23All DayChildren's AreaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Earth Day Scavenger Hunt
For all ages & families. Grab a map because this scavenger hunt is a global adventure! Discover how Earth is affected by human life and ways that people all around the world work to protect our planet and nature. Plus, bonus trivia questions for scavenger hunters looking for an extra challenge!The scavenger hunt runs all day long from Tuesday, April 21 - Saturday, April 25.…Learn MoreThursday, April 233:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Kids Sewing Club
For grades 3-4. Join Ms. Ariel as we explore basic hand stitching. Design and create pouches, stuffed toys, accessories, and more!This month we are making our own hanging tapestries. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Thursday, April 236:00—8:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Documentary Viewing: Cosmic Dawn
In honor of Global Astronomy Month in April, join us for a viewing of Cosmic Dawn: The Untold Story behind the James Webb Space Telescope. Go behind the scenes with the dedicated NASA team and its partners to uncover the untold story of the James Webb Space Telescope.…Learn MoreApril 24. 2 events.For all ages & families. Grab a map because this scavenger hunt is a global adventure! Discover how Earth is affected by human life and ways that people all around the world work to protect our planet and nature. Plus, bonus trivia questions for scavenger hunters looking for an extra challenge!The scavenger hunt runs all day long from Tuesday, April 21 - Saturday, April 25.…Learn MoreThis is an In-person program. If you love knitting, embroidery, crocheting and more, join Lisa's crafty community group! This program is being held weekly in the lecture hall.
Friday, April 24All DayChildren's AreaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Earth Day Scavenger Hunt
For all ages & families. Grab a map because this scavenger hunt is a global adventure! Discover how Earth is affected by human life and ways that people all around the world work to protect our planet and nature. Plus, bonus trivia questions for scavenger hunters looking for an extra challenge!The scavenger hunt runs all day long from Tuesday, April 21 - Saturday, April 25.…Learn MoreFriday, April 2411:00 AM—12:00 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Crafty Crochet & Knitting Club
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 weekly in the lecture hall. April 25. 3 events.For all ages & families. Grab a map because this scavenger hunt is a global adventure! Discover how Earth is affected by human life and ways that people all around the world work to protect our planet and nature. Plus, bonus trivia questions for scavenger hunters looking for an extra challenge!The scavenger hunt runs all day long from Tuesday, April 21 - Saturday, April 25.…Learn MoreFor ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Start your Saturday with story time! Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more. This program is sensory friendly. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.For grades K-4. Calling all builders and creators in grades K-4! Let your imagination run wild while putting your building skills to the test with Ms. KathrynNew for 2026: Strawbees, Keva planks and Lincoln Logs!Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.
Saturday, April 25All DayChildren's AreaBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Earth Day Scavenger Hunt
For all ages & families. Grab a map because this scavenger hunt is a global adventure! Discover how Earth is affected by human life and ways that people all around the world work to protect our planet and nature. Plus, bonus trivia questions for scavenger hunters looking for an extra challenge!The scavenger hunt runs all day long from Tuesday, April 21 - Saturday, April 25.…Learn MoreSaturday, April 2510:00—10:30 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Saturday Story Time
For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Start your Saturday with story time! Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more. This program is sensory friendly. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Saturday, April 253:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Elementary Lego Club
For grades K-4. Calling all builders and creators in grades K-4! Let your imagination run wild while putting your building skills to the test with Ms. KathrynNew for 2026: Strawbees, Keva planks and Lincoln Logs!Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.April 26. 0 events.
April 27. 2 events.For ages 1-2, siblings welcome. Sing, play, dance, and share stories, rhymes, and games just right for toddlers. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.For babies ages 0-12 months and their caregivers. No older siblings, please. Join Ms. Ariel for a short story time with songs, rhymes, and fingerplays. After the story time, stay and relax with other caregivers in the area. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.
Monday, April 279:30—10:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
1 and 2 Year Old Story Time
For ages 1-2, siblings welcome. Sing, play, dance, and share stories, rhymes, and games just right for toddlers. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Monday, April 2710:45—11:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Baby Lapsit Story Time
For babies ages 0-12 months and their caregivers. No older siblings, please. Join Ms. Ariel for a short story time with songs, rhymes, and fingerplays. After the story time, stay and relax with other caregivers in the area. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.April 28. 3 events.For ages 1-2, siblings welcome. Sing, play, dance, and share stories, rhymes, and games just right for toddlers. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.For ages 1-2, siblings welcome. Sing, play, dance, and share stories, rhymes, and games just right for toddlers. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.
Tell your friends and relatives; gather your 2026 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
Tuesday, April 289:30—10:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
1 and 2 Year Old Story Time
For ages 1-2, siblings welcome. Sing, play, dance, and share stories, rhymes, and games just right for toddlers. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Tuesday, April 2810:45—11:15 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
1 and 2 Year Old Story Time
For ages 1-2, siblings welcome. Sing, play, dance, and share stories, rhymes, and games just right for toddlers. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Tuesday, April 287:00—8:30 PMLiving RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Beebe Trivia
Tell your friends and relatives; gather your 2026 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 MoreApril 29. 4 events.For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Join Ms. Kathryn for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers! Stick around afterwards for a brief craft or activity with friends. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.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. **This session of the Conversation Group will begin on February 4. Registration will occur in early January. If you would like to show that you are interested in this session, please USE THIS LINK
Looking to practice your English speaking skills? Join a free conversation group with English At Large to practice your English speaking skills in a group setting, with the support of trained volunteer facilitators.…Learn More
Using his exciting trumpet, versatile voice, and “sure to please” piano, David takes us on a music journey made up of many of Americaʼs favorite Broadway hits over an almost sixty-year period that goes from 1921 to 1978. The shows include the Ziegfeld Follies of 1921 which introduced Second Hand Rose; Lady Be Good from 1923, which included Fascinatinʼ Rhythm; Show Boat from 1927 with Old Man River; Some of the others are Girl Crazy, Oklahoma, West Side Story, Fiddler on the Roof, Ainʼt Misbehavinʼ.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 299:30—10:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
3-5 Year Old Story Time
For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Join Ms. Kathryn for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers! Stick around afterwards for a brief craft or activity with friends. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Wednesday, April 292:00—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, April 296:30—8:00 PMProgram RoomBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
English Conversation Group hosted by English at Large
**This session of the Conversation Group will begin on February 4. Registration will occur in early January. If you would like to show that you are interested in this session, please USE THIS LINK
Looking to practice your English speaking skills? Join a free conversation group with English At Large to practice your English speaking skills in a group setting, with the support of trained volunteer facilitators.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 296:30—7:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Fifty-Plus Years of Broadway with David Polansky
Using his exciting trumpet, versatile voice, and “sure to please” piano, David takes us on a music journey made up of many of Americaʼs favorite Broadway hits over an almost sixty-year period that goes from 1921 to 1978. The shows include the Ziegfeld Follies of 1921 which introduced Second Hand Rose; Lady Be Good from 1923, which included Fascinatinʼ Rhythm; Show Boat from 1927 with Old Man River; Some of the others are Girl Crazy, Oklahoma, West Side Story, Fiddler on the Roof, Ainʼt Misbehavinʼ.…Learn MoreApril 30. 4 events.For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Join Ms. Kathryn for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers! Stick around afterwards for a brief craft or activity with friends. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.
For middle and high schoolers (grades 5-12). Team up to fill a sweet sushi order! Start with a scavenger hunt to find items from the menu, then work with your teammates to recreate different types of sushi using Rice Krispies Treats, Fruit Roll-Ups, and other candies to complete the order the fastest.…Learn More
Games aren't just for kids! Want to play board games with other adults? Learn a new game, or play an old favorite! Join us on the last Thursday of each month for a fun and social board game club. Beebe librarian John Kronenberg will bring a selection of popular board games, including Codenames, Celestia, Dominion, Trekking National Parks, and Ticket to Ride.…Learn More
Click here to register and submit questions for the author. Join us in conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series. Following the immersive stories of Ghost, Lu, Patina, and Sunny, it’s finally time for Coach to shine in his own book as we discover: Who was Coach before he became an inspiring leader?About the Author: Jason Reynolds is an award-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling author.…Learn More
Thursday, April 309:30—10:00 AMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
3-5 Year Old Story Time
For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Join Ms. Kathryn for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers! Stick around afterwards for a brief craft or activity with friends. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.Thursday, April 303:30—4:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Candy Sushi Challenge
For middle and high schoolers (grades 5-12). Team up to fill a sweet sushi order! Start with a scavenger hunt to find items from the menu, then work with your teammates to recreate different types of sushi using Rice Krispies Treats, Fruit Roll-Ups, and other candies to complete the order the fastest.…Learn MoreThursday, April 306:00—7:30 PMLecture HallBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
Beebe Board Game Club
Games aren't just for kids! Want to play board games with other adults? Learn a new game, or play an old favorite! Join us on the last Thursday of each month for a fun and social board game club. Beebe librarian John Kronenberg will bring a selection of popular board games, including Codenames, Celestia, Dominion, Trekking National Parks, and Ticket to Ride.…Learn MoreThursday, April 307:00—8:00 PMONLINE
Author Talk: Jason Reynolds
Click here to register and submit questions for the author. Join us in conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series. Following the immersive stories of Ghost, Lu, Patina, and Sunny, it’s finally time for Coach to shine in his own book as we discover: Who was Coach before he became an inspiring leader?About the Author: Jason Reynolds is an award-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling author.…Learn MoreEmpty date from adjacent month.
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