August 2021

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Sunday, August 1Closed

Bigelow Free Public Library

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Monday, August 2Closed

Bigelow Free Public Library

Monday, August 27:00—7:45 PMFacebook LiveBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

FAMILY COOKING & BAKING CAMP

Chef Rob ScottJoin us as we begin our Summer 2021 "Family Cooking & Baking Camp" with Chef ROB SCOTT at 7:00 pm. on FaceBookLIVE! This is an 8-weeek cooking camp for the whole family to participate in, kid-friendly, and so easy-to make recipes. Tonight's recipes are: " Peaches & Cream crumb cake and Key Lime Pie chillers".…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 3All DayChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

PET PHOTO CONTEST!

PET PHOTO CONTEST!As part of our Summer Reading Club---"Tails & Tales" we invite you to participate in our PET PHOTO CONTEST this month.   The contest is open to families! Just drop off a photo to the Youth Dept. , that best depicts how special your pet is. Put your name and telephone number on the back! The contest runs from August 3 (Tues.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 35:30—6:00 PMCentral Park in Clinton

Library Laps

Library LapsJoin us for some laps around the park.   Lighthearted exercise and conversation. A little bit of exercise shouldn't hurt. Everyone welcome!
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Wednesday, August 411:00 AM—12:15 PMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

LEGO BUILDERS CLUB!!

LEGO BUILDERS CLUB!!Hey Gang!! Are you an adventurous LEGO Builder! Past Club members and new are welcome to join us today! at 11:00 am. for a Super Challenge!!  We will provide the LEGO's and the challenge theme and then you can BUILD solo or with friends/siblings!! This program is for children age 5 to 12! Please note, you do need to register for this event on-line or by calling us at 978-365-4160, ext.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 46:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Front LawnBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

LIVE Music with Sam Robbins

Sam RobbinsNew England native Sam Robbins plays original folk music.   Who doesn't love live music?  Just hang out for a short concert.   Prepare for an outside event, but we can also go inside if it rains. Take a test run.
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Thursday, August 510:30 AM—12:00 PMCentral Park in Clinton

Play & Read

Join us for an outside story time in Central ParkIn partnership with Clinton Early Childhood Resource Center and Parks & Recreation

Thursday, August 57:00—8:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Front LawnBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

Learn the cha-cha

Learn the cha-chaLearn to dance the cha-cha with Jim Cole. Great exercise for people who hate exercise.   Four Thursdays in August.   2 left feet, 2 right feet -- it doesn't matter.   No partner necessary. This is a fun, energetic dance that can be done almost anywhere.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 710:30 AM—12:30 PMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

Dungeons and Dragons: The Quest for Ouranos

Dungeons and Dragons: The Quest for OuranosFinal D&D game of the summer. .. Will Ouranos survive? Can we rebuild the World Dragon in time?At the birth of the universe, the Great Dragon Ouranos burrowed into the core of the world and fell into an eternal slumber.   As eons passed, the magic from the ancient dragon seeped into the world and changed it.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 8Closed

Bigelow Free Public Library

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Monday, August 9Closed

Bigelow Free Public Library

Monday, August 97:00—7:45 PMFacebook LiveBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

FAMILY COOKING & BAKING CAMP

Chef Rob ScottJoin us as we begin our Summer 2021 "Family Cooking & Baking Camp" with Chef ROB SCOTT at 7:00 pm. on FaceBookLIVE! This is an 8-weeek cooking camp for the whole family to participate in, kid-friendly, and so easy-to make recipes. Tonight's recipe is: "Brookies"--half brownie & half cookie dough, the whole family will love these.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 105:30—6:00 PMCentral Park in Clinton

Library Laps

Library LapsJoin us for some laps around the park.   Lighthearted exercise and conversation. A little bit of exercise shouldn't hurt. Everyone welcome!
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Wednesday, August 1110:30—11:15 AMFront LawnBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

INCREDIBLE EARTHWORMS!

INCREDIBLE EARTHWORMS!Join us today at 10:30 at the library on the front lawn with Ms. Heather Simpson (Hands On Nature) and explore the world of the earthworm! Learn about the ways that earthworms play an important role in our environment!! Earthworms are simple invertebrates.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 114:00—5:00 PMCentral Park in Clinton

Leaping Libraries!

Leaping Libraries!Have fun with Liz Winsor of ACHIEVE. This event is for kids ages 5-9 to run, jump, play, and score!Liz will organize an age-appropriate obstacle course in Central Park. Funded with a grant from the CHNA9 for "Exercise for People who Hate Exercise"

Wednesday, August 115:30—7:15 PMTown Hall

Board of Trustees

Board of Library Trustees Wednesday, August 11, 2021, at 5:30 PM Meeting in Selectboard chambers Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Public comment 3. Approval of minutes for July* 4. New business a. Discussion of interim trustee appointment* b.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 116:30—8:00 PMZoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

Racial Equity Event-The Japanese American Experience During WWII with Gil Asakawa

Racial Equity Event-The Japanese American Experience During  WWII with Gil AsakawaA Bigelow Library Racial Equity Event   Japanese first began emigrating to America in 1885, when laborers were allowed to sail to Hawaii and the West Coast of the United States. They faced many of the same challenges and racism as the Chinese immigrants before them, yet they started families and had children.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 116:30—8:00 PMFront LawnBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

Outdoor Movie Night!!

Outdoor Movie Night!!Join us on Wednesday, August 11 at 6:30 for our "Family Outdoor Movie Night" . Bring your chair/blanket as we share the movie "Raya and the Last Dragon".    The movie will be shown indoors if it rains.  
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Thursday, August 127:00—8:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Front LawnBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

Learn to Cha-cha

Learn to Cha-chaLearn to dance the cha-cha with Jim Cole. Great exercise for people who hate exercise. 2 left feet, 2 right feet -- it doesn't matter.   No partner necessary. Fun & energetic!Funded with a grant from the Community Health Network of North Central Mass.
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Friday, August 1310:00—11:00 AMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

POP UP Storytime with WILD BILL BAXTER!

POP UP Storytime with WILD BILL BAXTER!Join us today for POP UP Storytime with WILD BILL BAXTER (aka our favorite library bunny) at 10:00 am. in the Children's ROOM. Yes, he is Back!! He has missed seeing all his special friends. Families welcome! Please register on the library's website or by calling us at 978-365-4160, ext.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 15Closed

Bigelow Free Public Library

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Monday, August 16Closed

Bigelow Free Public Library

Monday, August 167:00—7:45 PMFacebook LiveBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

FAMILY COOKING & BAKING CAMP

Chef Rob ScottJoin us as we begin our Summer 2021 "Family Cooking & Baking Camp" with Chef ROB SCOTT at 7:00 pm. on FaceBookLIVE! This is an 8-weeek cooking camp for the whole family to participate in, kid-friendly, and so easy-to make recipes. Tonight's recipes are: " Watermelon Fire & Ice Salsa and Brazilian Steak House Pineapple on the Grille", a great finale!!This program is funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services as administered by the MBLC and is part of the series: "Everyone is Welcome at the Table".
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Tuesday, August 175:30—6:00 PMCentral Park in Clinton

Library Laps

Library LapsJoin us for some laps around the park.   Lighthearted exercise and conversation. A little bit of exercise shouldn't hurt. Everyone welcome!
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Wednesday, August 184:00—5:00 PMCentral Park in Clinton

Leaping Libraries for teens & tweens!

Have fun with Liz Winsor of ACHIEVE. This event is for kids ages 10-14 to challenge themselves while having fun!Liz will lead age-appropriate changes and circuit training in Central Park. Funded with a grant from the CHNA9

Wednesday, August 186:30—7:30 PMZoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

"Making Homemade Ginger Ale" with the Grounded Goodwives-Zoom

"Making Homemade Ginger Ale" with the Grounded Goodwives-ZoomCome meet the Grounded Goodwives (a. k. a Velya Jancz-Urban and Ehris Urban) via Zoom  when they come to the Bigelow Library to teach us how to make homemade ginger ale and demonstrate how to make your own delicious almond and vanilla extracts.  If you have ever had the opportunity to be part of a presentation by the Grounded Goodwives you know what a special treat you have in store for yourself.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 197:00—8:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Front LawnBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

Learn to Cha-cha

Learn to Cha-chaLearn to dance the cha-cha with Jim Cole. Great exercise for people who hate exercise. 2 left feet, 2 right feet -- it doesn't matter.   No partner necessary. The more, the merrier! Join us, even if you've never danced before. Funded with a grant from the Community Health Network of North Central Mass.
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Friday, August 2010:30—11:30 AMFront LawnBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

GOAT YOGA!!

GOAT YOGA!!Join us today at 10:30 for a special program for families. The GOATS are here for YOGA class!! Yes you read that correctly! The special people at Chip-In Farm and Farmer's Helpers will bring their Nigerian Dwarf kids born April 2021.   Come and enjoy them, participate in goat yoga with their certified yoga instructor.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 2110:30 AM—12:00 PMZoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

CIRCOLO ITALIANO--CANCELLED for TODAY!!

CIRCOLO ITALIANO--CANCELLED for TODAY!!CIRCOLO IS CANCELLED for today !! We are glad to present a NEW Italian Conversation group called "CIRCOLO ITALIANO"!!    This group will meet once a month on Saturday  via ZOOM at 10:30 am!!  Mrs. Martha Napoli will be hosting this event each month to discuss Italian culture, food, festivals, films.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 22Closed

Bigelow Free Public Library

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Monday, August 23Closed

Bigelow Free Public Library

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Tuesday, August 245:30—6:00 PMCentral Park in Clinton

Library Laps

Library LapsJoin us for some laps around the park.   Lighthearted exercise and conversation. A little bit of exercise shouldn't hurt. Everyone welcome!
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Wednesday, August 256:30—7:30 PMZoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

Racial Equity Book Club-"The Fire Next Time" by James Baldwin

Racial Equity Book Club-"The Fire Next Time" by James BaldwinThe Bigelow Library's Racial Equity Book Club will be focusing each month on a book about race relations in the United States. The book group will be meeting via Zoom where we will meet to discuss the book and participate in a fair and open discussion of the subject of race relations.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 267:00—8:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Front LawnBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510

Learn to Cha-cha

Learn to Cha-chaLearn to dance the cha-cha with Jim Cole. Great exercise for people who hate exercise. 2 left feet, 2 right feet -- it doesn't matter.   No partner necessary. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www. youtube. com/embed/La7INOiVj4I" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>Funded with a grant from the Community Health Network of North Central Mass.
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Sunday, August 29Closed

Bigelow Free Public Library

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Monday, August 30Closed

Bigelow Free Public Library

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Tuesday, August 315:30—6:00 PMCentral Park in Clinton

Library Laps

Library LapsJoin us for some laps around the park.   Lighthearted exercise and conversation. A little bit of exercise shouldn't hurt. Everyone welcome!