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Wednesday, January 1Library Closed
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Thursday, January 210:30 AM—12:00 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Baby Playgroup (Ages 0-20 months)
Parents and caregivers of our youngest friends, ages 0-20 months, are invited to drop by the library anytime between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM every Thursday morning for a baby playgroup. We provide age-appropriate toys for babies and young toddlers so that parents and caregivers have the opportunity to engage with their little ones and socialize with other adults.…Learn More
Thursday, January 24:00—6:30 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Drop-In LEGO Free Build (Ages 5+)
Come build with LEGO bricks! This is an informal fee build event. Drop in to the Youth Room any time between 4:00-6:30 PM. Creations will be put on display in the Youth Room each week!
No registration required.…Learn More
Thursday, January 26:30—7:30 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
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VIRTUAL: Mystery Book Club & AUTHOR TALK - The Night of the Storm: A Novel by Nishita Parekh
VIRTUAL Mystery Book Club/AUTHOR TALK- The Night of the Storm" A Novel, by Nishita ParekhAll are welcome to join the Mansfield Public Library Mystery Book Club for a virtual discussion (WITH THE AUTHOR!!) of The Night of the Storm: A Novel by Nishita Parekh.…Learn MoreThursday, January 26:30—7:15 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Circle (Ages 18+)
Participate in a 45 minute conversation circle for adult English Language Learners who would like to practice their English speaking skills and meet new members of our community. All levels of English learners are welcome.
Please note: This is not a class; it is an an informal group for participants to gain confidence in conversational English.…Learn More
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Friday, January 310:00 AM—12:00 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
PLAYTIME: Library of Things (LOT) (Ages 1-5)
Drop by the library between 10 AM -12 PM to play with items from our Youth Room's Library of Things collection. The Library of Things (LOT) is a collection of toys, games, puzzles, instruments, and more! The LOT is available to check out of the library with your library card.…Learn More
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Sunday, January 5Library Closed
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Monday, January 66:30—7:30 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Foster Parent Recruitment Information Session
Mansfield Public Library hosts the MA Department of Children and Families for a foster parent recruitment session for those interested in becoming foster parents.
This information session occurs monthly on the first Monday of every month at 6:30pm.Monday, January 66:30—7:30 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Read Aloud & Art-ivity (Grades K-6)
Listen to a seasonal story and then gather together for a fun book related art activity–or art-ivity!
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Tuesday, January 710:30—11:00 AMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Storytime for Little Ones (Ages 0-3)
Join us for a lively story time. We'll share stories, songs, rhymes, and movement! Great for ages 0-3 and their grown-ups.
No registration required.
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Wednesday, January 86:30—7:30 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Library Learning with Kristen
Bring your library questions! Learn how to borrow eBooks through Libby or Hoopla, or how to use one of the many databases that we offer, or how to do an Advanced Search in our online catalog, or how to request an item that isn't in our own SAILS network.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 910:30 AM—12:00 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Baby Playgroup (Ages 0-20 months)
Parents and caregivers of our youngest friends, ages 0-20 months, are invited to drop by the library anytime between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM every Thursday morning for a baby playgroup. We provide age-appropriate toys for babies and young toddlers so that parents and caregivers have the opportunity to engage with their little ones and socialize with other adults.…Learn More
Thursday, January 94:00—6:30 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Drop-In LEGO Free Build (Ages 5+)
Come build with LEGO bricks! This is an informal fee build event. Drop in to the Youth Room any time between 4:00-6:30 PM. Creations will be put on display in the Youth Room each week!
No registration required.…Learn More
Thursday, January 96:30—7:15 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Circle (Ages 18+)
Participate in a 45 minute conversation circle for adult English Language Learners who would like to practice their English speaking skills and meet new members of our community. All levels of English learners are welcome.
Please note: This is not a class; it is an an informal group for participants to gain confidence in conversational English.…Learn More
Thursday, January 96:30—7:30 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
It’s All Relative! Mansfield Public Library Genealogy Club
Whether you are at the start of the journey into your family history and not sure where to begin, or you are a seasoned pro, this genealogy club is for you! This event is free and open to all. Please note that registration for this event closes one hour before the event.…Learn More10
Friday, January 1010:00 AM—5:00 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
PLAYTIME: Pretend! Restaurant (All Ages)
Play is one of the early literacy practices! Stop by our “restaurant” and serve up a delicious meal for our hungry customers--maybe the Very Hungry Caterpillar will be seated at a table?
Friday, January 1010:30—11:15 AMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Circle (Ages 18+)
Participate in a 45 minute conversation circle for adult English Language Learners who would like to practice their English speaking skills and meet new members of our community. All levels of English learners are welcome.
Please note: This is not a class; it is an an informal group for participants to gain confidence in conversational English.…Learn More
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Saturday, January 1110:00 AM—4:00 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
PLAYTIME: Pretend! Restaurant (All Ages)
Play is one of the early literacy practices! Stop by our “restaurant” and serve up a delicious meal for our hungry customers--maybe the Very Hungry Caterpillar will be seated at a table?
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Sunday, January 12Library Closed
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Monday, January 1310:00 AM—3:00 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
PLAYTIME: Pretend! Restaurant (All Ages)
Play is one of the early literacy practices! Stop by our “restaurant” and serve up a delicious meal for our hungry customers--maybe the Very Hungry Caterpillar will be seated at a table?
Monday, January 134:15—4:45 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Afternoon Storytime! (All Ages)
Join Stacie for a special afternoon story time!
Monday, January 136:30—7:15 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Book Chat (Ages 8-12)
Love to read? Love to talk about what you are reading? Join the library’s Book Chat for 8-12 year olds. We'll share the books we read on our own during the month and we'll also save time for book related activities and games too!
This Book Chat will meet the second Monday of every month.…Learn More
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Tuesday, January 1410:30—11:00 AMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Storytime for Little Ones (Ages 0-3)
Join us for a lively story time. We'll share stories, songs, rhymes, and movement! Great for ages 0-3 and their grown-ups.
No registration required.
Tuesday, January 146:30—7:30 PMMeeting RoomMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
LARCHMONT REMEMBERED: New England's Most Horrific Sea Disaster
Providence Journal Columnist Daniel Harrington brings to life the horror and heroism of the worst maritime disaster in New England history. Daniel presents eyewitness accounts and never-before-seen photographs of the 1907 sinking of the steamer off of the coast of Rhode Island.…Learn More15
Wednesday, January 1510:00 AM—6:00 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Spice Club: Soup and Bread
This month, we're celebrating National Soup Month! Your kit will include 3 spices to use in the soup, as well as an Instant Yeast packet for the bread. The Spice Club is open to ages 13 and up. One registration per family. Limited to 20 families.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 1510:30—11:15 AMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Pre-K Story Time and Play Time (Ages 3-5)
Join Stacie for stories, songs, and silliness followed by imaginative playtime!
Wednesday, January 156:30—7:30 PMMeeting RoomMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Connective Coloring (Ages 18+)
Our adult coloring club is back!! Adults ages 18+ are welcome to attend our Connective Coloring Club where they can meet others and engage in conversation, connection and contemplation. All supplies provided by the library, including the occasional cup of chamomile tea! Registration required.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 157:00—8:00 PMOnline
VIRTUALLY SPEAKING: The Magic of Found Family: In Conversation with Author TJ Klune
Come have a magical moment with New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune as he chats about his Cerulean Chronicles, with special emphasis on his newest in the series, Somewhere Beyond the Sea.
If you’re new to the Cerulean Chronicles, that’s okay! Let us lay the groundwork.…Learn More16
Thursday, January 1610:30 AM—12:00 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Baby Playgroup (Ages 0-20 months)
Parents and caregivers of our youngest friends, ages 0-20 months, are invited to drop by the library anytime between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM every Thursday morning for a baby playgroup. We provide age-appropriate toys for babies and young toddlers so that parents and caregivers have the opportunity to engage with their little ones and socialize with other adults.…Learn More
Thursday, January 164:00—6:30 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Drop-In LEGO Free Build (Ages 5+)
Come build with LEGO bricks! This is an informal fee build event. Drop in to the Youth Room any time between 4:00-6:30 PM. Creations will be put on display in the Youth Room each week!
No registration required.…Learn More
Thursday, January 166:30—7:30 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
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Hybrid Fiction Book Club - Tom Lake: A Novel, by Ann Patchett
The Library Book Club meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 6:30pm (unless otherwise noted).
New members are always welcome and encouraged to attend!“In the spring of 2020, Lara’s three daughters return to the family’s orchard in Northern Michigan.…Learn MoreThursday, January 166:30—7:15 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Circle (Ages 18+)
Participate in a 45 minute conversation circle for adult English Language Learners who would like to practice their English speaking skills and meet new members of our community. All levels of English learners are welcome.
Please note: This is not a class; it is an an informal group for participants to gain confidence in conversational English.…Learn More
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Friday, January 1710:00 AM—12:00 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
PLAYTIME: Playdoh! (Ages 3+)
Drop by the library between 10 AM -12 PM to create with Playdoh! Roll out some alphabet "cookies," build an animal sculpture, or let your imagination take the lead.
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Saturday, January 1810:30—11:30 AMMeeting RoomMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Read to a Dog (Grades K-6)
Children in grades K-6 are invited to practice their reading or storytelling skills with a patient, supportive (and adorable!) listener: a certified therapy dog! Children can choose a book from the library or bring one from home; each reader will have around 5-10 minutes with their dog.…Learn More
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Sunday, January 19Library Closed
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Monday, January 20Library Closed
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Tuesday, January 2110:30—11:00 AMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Storytime for Little Ones (Ages 0-3)
Join us for a lively story time. We'll share stories, songs, rhymes, and movement! Great for ages 0-3 and their grown-ups.
No registration required.
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Wednesday, January 226:30—7:30 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Library Learning with Kristen
Bring your library questions! Learn how to borrow eBooks through Libby or Hoopla, or how to use one of the many databases that we offer, or how to do an Advanced Search in our online catalog, or how to request an item that isn't in our own SAILS network. Please call ahead to make an in-person appointment for the 2nd or 4th Wednesday of the month, from 6:30 – 7:30pm. Registration Required. Space is limited.
To book an appointment, please call the Reference Department at (508) 261-7380 x3. Walk-ins welcome, if space allows.23
Thursday, January 2310:30 AM—12:00 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Baby Playgroup (Ages 0-20 months)
Parents and caregivers of our youngest friends, ages 0-20 months, are invited to drop by the library anytime between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM every Thursday morning for a baby playgroup. We provide age-appropriate toys for babies and young toddlers so that parents and caregivers have the opportunity to engage with their little ones and socialize with other adults.…Learn More
Thursday, January 232:00—3:00 PMOnline
VIRTUALLY SPEAKING: Notes on Modern Irrationality with Bestselling Author Amanda Montell
Join us as we chat with the New York Times bestselling author, Amanda Montell about her newest book, The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality.
In a delicious blend of cultural criticism and personal narrative that explores our cognitive biases and the power, disadvantages, and highlights of magical thinking, Amanda Montell now turns her erudite eye to the inner workings of the human mind and its biases in her most personal and electrifying work yet.…Learn MoreThursday, January 234:00—6:30 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Drop-In LEGO Free Build (Ages 5+)
Come build with LEGO bricks! This is an informal fee build event. Drop in to the Youth Room any time between 4:00-6:30 PM. Creations will be put on display in the Youth Room each week!
No registration required.…Learn More
Thursday, January 236:30—7:15 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Circle (Ages 18+)
Participate in a 45 minute conversation circle for adult English Language Learners who would like to practice their English speaking skills and meet new members of our community. All levels of English learners are welcome.
Please note: This is not a class; it is an an informal group for participants to gain confidence in conversational English.…Learn More
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Friday, January 2410:30—11:15 AMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Circle (Ages 18+)
Participate in a 45 minute conversation circle for adult English Language Learners who would like to practice their English speaking skills and meet new members of our community. All levels of English learners are welcome.
Please note: This is not a class; it is an an informal group for participants to gain confidence in conversational English.…Learn More
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Sunday, January 26Library Closed
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Monday, January 275:00—7:00 PMMeeting RoomMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Art Lab (Grades K-12)
Art Lab, JR + Teen Art Lab = More Creativity! This is a program that focuses on process and creativity. Participate in some of the experiment stations or follow your own creative sparks!
This is a drop in program which means you don’t have to arrive at the start time or stay for the whole session.…Learn More
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Tuesday, January 2810:30—11:00 AMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Storytime for Little Ones (Ages 0-3)
Join us for a lively story time. We'll share stories, songs, rhymes, and movement! Great for ages 0-3 and their grown-ups.
No registration required.
Tuesday, January 281:00—2:00 PMOnline
VIRTUALLY SPEAKING: An Inside Look at Working with a Literary Agent: A Conversation with Seth Fishma
You’re writing a book (or thinking about it), but what happens next? Join us for an inside look into working with an agent and the beginning stages of the publishing process with Seth Fishman, Vice President and Literary Agent at The Gernert Company.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 286:30—7:30 PMMeeting RoomMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Horror & Sci Fi Discussion Group: The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson (Ages 18+)
Do you love to read horror books and/or watch horror movies? How about science fiction books and/or and movies? If you answered yes to these questions, then have we got the book/movie discussion group for you! All horror and sci fi aficionados ages 18 and up are welcome to join in the discussion! We will focus on one title for 2 months, read the book, watch the film (on our own) and then discuss the book and how the movie measures up.29
Wednesday, January 2910:30—11:15 AMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Pre-K Story Time and Play Time (Ages 3-5)
Join Stacie for stories, songs, and silliness followed by imaginative playtime!
Wednesday, January 2912:00—3:00 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Half Day Crafternoon (Grades K-6)
Drop by the youth room for some relaxing after school crafting!
Wednesday, January 296:30—7:30 PMMeeting RoomMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
An Author Talk with Irene Stern Frielich
Shattered Stars: The Power of Courage, Compassion, and Kindness - An Author Talk with Irene Stern Frielich
In this multimedia presentation, Irene retraces the Stern-Herzfeld family’s footsteps as they escape their comfortable home in Germany on Kristallnacht in 1938 and cross the border to the Netherlands.…Learn More30
Thursday, January 3010:30 AM—12:00 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Baby Playgroup (Ages 0-20 months)
Parents and caregivers of our youngest friends, ages 0-20 months, are invited to drop by the library anytime between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM every Thursday morning for a baby playgroup. We provide age-appropriate toys for babies and young toddlers so that parents and caregivers have the opportunity to engage with their little ones and socialize with other adults.…Learn More
Thursday, January 304:00—6:30 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Drop-In LEGO Free Build (Ages 5+)
Come build with LEGO bricks! This is an informal fee build event. Drop in to the Youth Room any time between 4:00-6:30 PM. Creations will be put on display in the Youth Room each week!
No registration required.…Learn More
Thursday, January 306:30—7:15 PMMansfield Public LibraryMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
English Language Learner (ELL) Conversation Circle (Ages 18+)
Participate in a 45 minute conversation circle for adult English Language Learners who would like to practice their English speaking skills and meet new members of our community. All levels of English learners are welcome.
Please note: This is not a class; it is an an informal group for participants to gain confidence in conversational English.…Learn More
Thursday, January 306:30—7:30 PMMeeting RoomMansfield Public Library255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA, 02048
Look Who’s Crafty!: Teen & Adult Craft Hour (Ages 13+)
Looking for something to do at the library on a chilly winter night? Join us for an hour of fun and easy crafting! For the month of January, we will enter the world of all things hygge and make Danish Woven Paper Hearts, while drinking tea and hot cocoa, and listening to soft music playing in the background.…Learn More31