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Monday, December 210:30—11:15 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Family Resource Network Playgroups
Family Fun at the Flint Memorial Library
10:30 - 11:15 am
Drop-In Play & Learn Group
No Registration Required
Join the Family Resource Network for free play, songs,
stories, and a craft. Ideal for ages 18 months - 5 years. Siblings are welcome.…Learn More
Monday, December 23:00—5:00 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Middle School Homework Help
Free, drop-in homework support from a former teacher and volunteer tutor. We will meet right after school in the second-floor study rooms from 3-5 pm. No registration is needed. If you have any questions, please reach out to Eleanor at erichard@northreadingma.…Learn More3
Tuesday, December 33:30—5:30 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
College Essay & Application Workshop
Calling all high school seniors working on college admissions essays or supplemental essays. Those at any stage of the process are invited to participate. Come learn tips and tricks, get writing pointers, and have your essay reviewed and edited by both workshop facilitators and peers.…Learn More4
Wednesday, December 49:30—11:30 AMVirtual Event
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Interview Practice
This week's topic (December 4) is Interview Practice. Register directly on Zoom HERE. This group is sponsored by approximately 50 Massachusetts public libraries.
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 411:00 AM—12:30 PMLocal History RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Genealogy Meetup
Come meet with others who are interested in talking and learning about genealogy. We meet in the Local History room on the 2nd floor.
Wednesday, December 43:30—5:00 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Make Letter Ornaments (11+)
Join us to learn how to sew a felt letter ornament. This event is designed for those ages 11+.
All supplies are provided and no prior experience is expected. Please register in advance.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Eleanor Richard, Young Adult Programs, at erichard@northreadingma.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 44:30—5:30 PMTrustees RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Girls Who Code
This fantastic opportunity is for grade 4-5 girls to enjoy coding activities with an NRHS senior as their group leader (under the supervision of an adult). This group will meet twice a month on Wednesdays for 8 sessions. Space is limited & registration is required.Wednesday, December 47:00—8:00 PMReading RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Trustees Meeting
The meeting will take place on the first floor of the library.
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Thursday, December 57:00—9:00 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Biz Builders
Biz Builders meets Thursday mornings from 7-9 am
Thursday, December 510:00—10:30 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Storytime for Twos
Children aged two and their caregivers are welcome to join Janice for a fun session filled with stories, songs, games, and crafts. Registration is necessary once for this 6-week series. There's no need to sign up every week.Thursday, December 53:30—4:30 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Community Service Club
For those ages 11-19 interested in providing community service. We will meet in the Study Rooms on the second floor.
Our ongoing projects this year will be making decorations and cards for the senior center. Come join us to support our community and…Learn More6
Friday, December 610:00—10:30 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Pre-K Storytime
This Pre-K storytime is for 3-4 year-olds and their caregivers. Join Ms. Kim for stories, songs, games, and crafts. No registration necessary.Friday, December 63:00—4:00 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Lego Club
Lego Club is for builders of all ages. Meet us in the activity room and build your Lego creations. Your finished build will be displayed on the fourth floor!7
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Monday, December 910:30—11:15 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Family Resource Network Playgroups
Family Fun at the Flint Memorial Library
10:30 - 11:15 am
Drop-In Play & Learn Group
No Registration Required
Join the Family Resource Network for free play, songs,
stories, and a craft. Ideal for ages 18 months - 5 years. Siblings are welcome.…Learn More
Monday, December 93:00—5:00 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Teen Homework Help
Free, drop-in homework support for students in middle or high school from a former teacher and volunteer tutors. We will meet right after school in the second-floor study rooms from 3-5 pm. No registration is needed. If you have any questions, please reach out to Eleanor at erichard@northreadingma.…Learn More10
Tuesday, December 103:30—5:30 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
D&D Club
Come one and all and join a new adventure!
Place your fate in the roll of a dice.
Join us for a Dungeons and Dragons club! Never played before? No worries! We have pre-made characters and a DM (Dungeon Master) to help walk you through everything. Are you a D&D expert? Amazing! Come share your knowledge and excitement with the rest of us.…Learn More11
Wednesday, December 113:30—4:30 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Young Adult Book Club
Do you love Young Adult books? If yes, come to our YA book club! This month we will be reading Accountable by "Accountable: The True Story of a Racist Social Media Account and the Teenagers Whose Lives It Changed" by Dashka Slater! We will meet to discuss in the Study Rooms on the second floor of the library from 3:30-4:30 pm on the second Wednesday of each month.…Learn More12
Thursday, December 127:00—9:00 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Biz Builders
Biz Builders meets Thursday mornings from 7-9 am
Thursday, December 1210:00—10:30 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Storytime for Twos
Children aged two and their caregivers are welcome to join Janice for a fun session filled with stories, songs, games, and crafts. Registration is necessary once for this 6-week series. There's no need to sign up every week.13
Friday, December 1310:00—10:30 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
CANCELED - Pre-K Storytime
This Pre-K storytime is for 3-4 year-olds and their caregivers. Join Ms. Kim for stories, songs, games, and crafts. No registration necessary.Friday, December 133:30—4:15 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Taylor Swift Birthday Party
Celebrate Taylor Swift's birthday with bracelet making, a craft, karaoke, and photo ops!14
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Monday, December 1610:30—11:15 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Family Resource Network Playgroups
Family Fun at the Flint Memorial Library
10:30 - 11:15 am
Drop-In Play & Learn Group
No Registration Required
Join the Family Resource Network for free play, songs,
stories, and a craft. Ideal for ages 18 months - 5 years. Siblings are welcome.…Learn More
Monday, December 163:00—5:00 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Teen Homework Help
Free, drop-in homework support for students in middle or high school from a former teacher and volunteer tutors. We will meet right after school in the second-floor study rooms from 3-5 pm.
No registration is needed. If you have any questions, please reach out to Eleanor at erichard@northreadingma.…Learn More17
Tuesday, December 1711:00 AM—12:00 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Mental Health in Fiction Book Club
Join Laura Miranda, Licensed Mental Health Clinician to explore and discuss fiction books where characters' mental health journeys intertwine with compelling narratives. While mental health themes serve as threads woven into these stories, discussions will go deeper into the multifaceted dimensions of the plots, character development, settings, and broader themes explored by the authors.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 175:30—6:15 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
CANCELED - Community Zen (Guided Meditation)
Join us for a 45-minute guided meditation for those age 11+. Tweens, teens, and adults are welcome at this beginner-friendly program that will run on the third Tuesday of each month! Meditation is a practice of mental concentration and relaxation.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 177:00—9:00 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Evening Drop-in Book Group
This group meets the third Tuesday of every month at 7pm unless otherwise noted below. For further information, please call Adrienne Callahan at 978-276-3135.
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Wednesday, December 189:30—11:30 AMVirtual Event
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Marketing Plan ("Plan Your Work & Work Your Plan")
This week's topic (December 18) is Marketing Plan. Register directly on Zoom HERE. This group is sponsored by approximately 50 Massachusetts public libraries. The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 1811:00 AM—12:30 PMLocal History RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Genealogy Meetup
Come meet with others who are interested in talking and learning about genealogy. We meet in the Local History room on the 2nd floor.
Wednesday, December 181:30—2:30 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Mystery Book Club
Join us as we discuss December's mystery - Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers - by Jesse Q Sutanto. Pick up a copy at the Reference desk!Please contact reference librarian Eleanor Martel with any questions at emartel@northreadingma. gov
Wednesday, December 184:30—5:30 PMTrustees RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Girls Who Code
This fantastic opportunity is for grade 4-5 girls to enjoy coding activities with an NRHS senior as their group leader (under the supervision of an adult). This group will meet twice a month on Wednesdays for 8 sessions. Space is limited & registration is required.19
Thursday, December 197:00—9:00 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Biz Builders
Biz Builders meets Thursday mornings from 7-9 am
Thursday, December 1910:00—10:30 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
CANCELED - Storytime for Twos
Children aged two and their caregivers are welcome to join Janice for a fun session filled with stories, songs, games, and crafts. Registration is necessary once for this 6-week series. There's no need to sign up every week.Thursday, December 193:30—4:30 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Comics & Anime Club
Are you a middle or high school student who likes to draw, read comics, or watch anime? If so, join our club! We will meet to draw, watch, and discuss on the third Wednesday of each month from 3:30-4:30pm in the Activity Room. This is a drop-in program, no registration is required and you are welcome to stay as long as you like.…Learn More20
Friday, December 2010:00—10:30 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Pre-K Storytime
This Pre-K storytime is for 3-4 year-olds and their caregivers. Join Ms. Kim for stories, songs, games, and crafts. No registration necessary.Friday, December 202:00—4:00 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Jolabokaflod Cozy Read-In
Jolabokaflod (yo-la-bok-a-flot) is an Icelandic tradition in which books are given as Christmas gifts and opened on Christmas Eve, after which the evening is spent reading the books and eating chocolate!
Come hang out in Sheehan's Corner (second floor) for a casual, cozy read-in! Bring your own book, or borrow one off our shelves, and pour yourself a hot beverage to enjoy while you read.…Learn MoreFriday, December 203:30—5:00 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Teen Gaming Group
Are you a middle or high school student who likes to play video games or board games? If so, come join us! Feel free to bring your own console, computer, or board games. Snacks and a selection of consoles and games will also be provided! This is a drop-in program, no registration is required and you are welcome to stay as long as you like.…Learn More21
Saturday, December 2112:00—1:30 PMReading RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Chess (All Ages)
Any child, teen, or adult who is interested can join us to play chess on the first floor of the library. Chess boards will be provided!If you require a chess clock please bring your own.…Learn MoreSaturday, December 212:30—4:00 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Make Letter Ornaments (Ages 11+)
Join us to learn how to sew a felt letter ornament. This event is designed for those ages 11+.
All supplies are provided and no prior experience is expected. Please register in advance.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Eleanor Richard, Young Adult Programs, at erichard@northreadingma.…Learn More22
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Tuesday, December 2410:00 AM—12:00 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Activity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Children's RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Reading RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Teen RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Holiday Hours Library is open from 10 AM -Noon
The library will be open on December 24 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PMHappy Holidays
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Wednesday, December 25All Day2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Activity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Children's RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Reading RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Teen RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Library Closed Happy Holidays
Happy Holidays to all of our patrons.
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Thursday, December 267:00—9:00 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Biz Builders
Biz Builders meets Thursday mornings from 7-9 am
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Friday, December 272:00—5:00 PMReading RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Career Skills Support (Ages 15-26)
For those ages 15-26 looking for resume review, job application support, job search help, or exploration of careers, options, and training. This is an individual program with no registration required, feel free to drop in. If you need support in these areas at a different time or have any questions, please reach out to Eleanor Richard at erichard@northreadingma.…Learn MoreFriday, December 273:00—3:45 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Pokémon Club
Bring your cards and your friends for an official game, card trading, or just talking Pokémon.28
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Monday, December 3010:15—11:30 AM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
NORTH READING MORNING BOOK CLUB
The book club meets on the last Monday of every month at 10:30 AM in the Library Activity Room. Newcomers are always welcome!
Marilyn Henderson is the group coordinator, please call her at 978-664-5706 with questions.
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Tuesday, December 311:00—1:45 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
A Christmas Tree in January Family Storytime
What forest friends would like a Christmas tree in January? REGISTER for this fun, free, story/craft time for the whole family and find out!…Learn More