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Wednesday, January 1Closed
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Thursday, January 26:00—7:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
English Conversation Hour
Come practice English conversation skills in a non-judgmental, informal setting! All levels of fluency welcome. No registration required.
Thursday, January 26:00—7:30 PMReading RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
All Ages Chess Club
Everyone is welcome to come to the library & find like-minded chess players.3
Friday, January 35:30—6:30 PMFront LawnBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
CANCELED - All Ages Mini Bonfire & Cocoa at the library
All Ages Fire Nights are back!Get warm in front of the fire with marshmallows & hot cocoaEveryone welcome. Bring your own winter gear. Rain will cancel, but snow will not!4
Saturday, January 410:00—11:00 AMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Friends of the Bigelow Library
Keep up with the activities of the Friends5
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Wednesday, January 810:30 AM—12:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Senator John Cronin -- Open office Hours
Senator Cronin's office will offer open hours for constituents to reach out with issues or complaints or other requests.Wednesday, January 81:00—2:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Coloring & Calm
Ages 18+. Got stress? Drop in to sit, relax, and de-stress with mindful coloring and light conversation with others. All supplies provided.Wednesday, January 83:30—4:30 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
English Conversation Hour
Come practice English conversation skills in a non-judgmental, informal setting! All levels of fluency welcome.
No registration required.
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Thursday, January 911:00—11:45 AMReading RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Tech Help with Leah
Get your tech and social media questions answered by Leah, our Head of Adult Services Librarian! One-on-one sessions will last up to 45 minutes and can cover a range of basic topics, such as setting up an email account, borrowing e-books, managing files on your device, or starting from scratch and learning some technology basics.…Learn MoreThursday, January 911:00 AM—1:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
HOMESCHOOL PLAYDATE!
Attention Homeschoolers!! Want to meet other Homeschool Families, and just chat, while the children play! Then join us, if you can, on the following Thursday's from 11:00 am. to 1:00 pm. We will meet in the Community Room!! Puzzles, Board Games, Legos, STEAM activities, and more! Join us when you can!! Just Drop in.…Learn MoreThursday, January 93:00—3:45 PMReading RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Tech Help with Leah
Get your tech and social media questions answered by Leah, our Head of Adult Services Librarian! One-on-one sessions will last up to 45 minutes and can cover a range of basic topics, such as setting up an email account, borrowing e-books, managing files on your device, or starting from scratch and learning some technology basics.…Learn MoreThursday, January 95:30—7:30 PMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
G.A.M.E.S. CLUB !!
Hey everyone!! It is the G. A. M. E. S. CLUB Meet tonight! (stands for Games, Anime, Movies, Entertainment and Snacks!) (What would we do without those!!) We will meet tonight upstairs in the Youth Dept. from 5:30 to 7:30, old and new friends are welcome to join in!! This club is for teens ages 13 to 17 ONLY! Meet our teen coordinators and discuss upcoming programming.…Learn More10
Friday, January 109:30—10:30 AMTown Hall
Trustees Advocacy Subcommittee meeting
The Trustees Advocacy Subcommittee meeting to discuss the status of the MPLCP and the legislative breakfastLocation TBD
Friday, January 1010:00—10:45 AMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
WINTER TAILS N'TALES STORYTIME
Join us once again in the Youth Dept. for "WINTER TAILS N'TALES STORYTIME". This program is for children age 3 to 5. Just drop-in, on:January 10th and 17th and February 13th and 20th. From 10:00am to 10:45am. We will share stories, steam crafts, games & more.Friday, January 1010:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Office Hours for State Rep Meghan Kilcoyne
Do you have any issues you'd like to discuss with your state representative. Rep Kilcoyne & her office represent you at the statehouse. If you have a problem, it's a convenient place to go.Friday, January 101:00—2:00 PMReading RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Common Threads: Crochet & Knit Circle
Find a common thread with others in your community! Bring a project to work on -- crochet, knitting, macrame, cross-stitch, embroidery, etc. -- and enjoy a casual hour of chatting and getting crafty at the library. All fiber enthusiasts welcome, from beginners to advanced.Friday, January 103:30—6:00 PMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
'Grab & Go' Teen Take 'N Make Craft kit
Hey Teens, come upstairs at the circulation to pick your 'grab & go' Take 'N Make craft kit. Let's be creative. kits are available until supplies last. Friday, January 10th, 17thPick up after school. Children's/ Youth Dept. Ages 13-16 Yrs. 11
Saturday, January 1110:00 AM—1:00 PMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Dungeons and Dragons: Winter 2025!!
Dungeons & Dragons: Winter 2025! Happy New Year! Join us on Saturday, January 11, February 8 and March 8 from 10:00 to 1:00 as we begin a new journey and more adventures!! This program is for students age 10 to 16. Our moderator is experienced D & D master Ms .…Learn MoreSaturday, January 1111:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
STOP BUYING BINS & STOP PUSHING PERFECTION: An Author Talk with organization expert Bonnie Tomlinson
Expert Bonnie Borromeo Tomlinson will be discussing her books on organization, STOP BUYING BINS & other blunt but practical advice from a home organizer and STOP PUSHING PERFECTION & just create a home you can actually keep neat. Bonnie will also offer advice on downsizing and home organization, with a focus onhow to downsize your possessions for any change or challenge in living situationhow to profit from your castoffs both financially and psychologicallyhow to create organizing systems for your lifestyle and no one else'show to finally flip the switch on overshoppinghow to use what you have instead of purchasing newhow to live an organized life that doesn't involve constant maintenance
Just a taste of Bonnie, where she participates in Blue Cypress Books Book Banter.…Learn MoreSaturday, January 112:00—3:00 PMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Fun with Origami
Origami is Japanese art of paper folding. With the right folds, you can make all kinds of things. Let's get ready to make fun craft with Origami!Drop-Ins are welcome. Time 2-3 PMAge 7 - 9 Yrs. Children's /Youth DepartmentUpcoming Dates: February & March…Learn More12
Sunday, January 122:30—4:00 PMZoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
African Art Series: Case Studies: Art in Cultural Context (via Zoom)
REGISTER THROUGH ZOOMSpend a Sunday afternoon learning the wonders of African Art! Jean Borgatti, Consulting Curator of Global Africa, First Peoples - North America and Oceania at the Fitchburg Art Museum, will delve in to a different aspect of African…Learn More
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Tuesday, January 1410:00—10:30 AMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
ROMP 'N STOMP
HAPPY NEW YEAR!! Welcome to 2025 and a new session of ROMP 'N STOMP! Come ROMP your way into a wintry morning with us on the following Tuesdays:
January 14th & and 21st, February 11th & 18th, and March 11th & 18th from 10:00-10:30 am.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 1410:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Reserved for Patron
The Community Room is reserved for a patron from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Tuesday, January 144:00—5:00 PMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
STEM for 'Young Explorers'
Join us for an afternoon of STEM exploration. We will discuss science, technology, engineering, and math concepts, then conduct experiments or projects relating to the week's topic. Come prepared to assist your child with each activity. space is limited to 10 kids.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 146:00—7:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Book Group: Becoming Ted, by Matt Cain
Join us for a discussion of Becoming Ted, by Matt Cain. New members are always welcome!…Learn More15
Wednesday, January 151:00—2:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Coloring & Calm
Ages 18+. Got stress? Drop in to sit, relax, and de-stress with mindful coloring and light conversation with others. All supplies provided.Wednesday, January 156:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
2025 Reading Challenge Book Club
20-to-30-Somethings Book Club is getting revamped and reimagined into something very exciting! This year, the Massachusetts Center for the Book has released a state-wide reading challenge, and we created this coinciding book group to get you inspired and keep on track with it! Each month, we'll read a book that matches that month's challenge, then gather to talk about our reading experiences.…Learn More16
Thursday, January 1611:00 AM—1:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
HOMESCHOOL PLAYDATE!
Attention Homeschoolers!! Want to meet other Homeschool Families, and just chat, while the children play! Then join us, if you can, on the following Thursday's from 11:00 am. to 1:00 pm. We will meet in the Community Room!! Puzzles, Board Games, Legos, STEAM activities, and more! Join us when you can!! Just Drop in.…Learn MoreThursday, January 1611:00—11:45 AMReading RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Tech Help with Leah
Get your tech and social media questions answered by Leah, our Head of Adult Services Librarian! One-on-one sessions will last up to 45 minutes and can cover a range of basic topics, such as setting up an email account, borrowing e-books, managing files on your device, or starting from scratch and learning some technology basics.…Learn MoreThursday, January 163:00—3:45 PMReading RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Tech Help with Leah
Get your tech and social media questions answered by Leah, our Head of Adult Services Librarian! One-on-one sessions will last up to 45 minutes and can cover a range of basic topics, such as setting up an email account, borrowing e-books, managing files on your device, or starting from scratch and learning some technology basics.…Learn MoreThursday, January 166:00—7:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
English Conversation Hour
Come practice English conversation skills in a non-judgmental, informal setting! All levels of fluency welcome. No registration required.
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Friday, January 1710:00—10:45 AMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
WINTER TAILS N'TALES STORYTIME
Join us once again in the Youth Dept. for "WINTER TAILS N'TALES STORYTIME". This program is for children age 3 to 5. Just drop-in, on:January 10th and 17th and February 13th and 20th. From 10:00am to 10:45am. We will share stories, steam crafts, games & more.Friday, January 173:30—6:00 PMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
'Grab & Go' Teen Take 'N Make Craft kit
Hey Teens, come upstairs at the circulation to pick your 'grab & go' Take 'N Make craft kit. Let's be creative. kits are available until supplies last.
Friday January 17th
Pick up after school.
Children's/ Youth Dept.
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Saturday, January 1810:30—11:30 AMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Saturday STEM/STEAM
STEAM holds many amazing things in just five letters! Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics. Join us one Saturday every month to explore fun experiments with STEM/STEAM. Registration required. Time 10:30 - 11:30 Ages 9 -12 Yrs.
Saturday, January 1811:30 AM—12:30 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Intro to Bollywood Dance
Join Shikha to explore the beautiful world of Bollywood dancing and other dance forms from India!Shikha Vashishtha is trained in Kathak form of classical dance from India and has extensive experience in Indian folk dancing and fusion styles of dancing.…Learn More19
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Tuesday, January 2110:00—10:30 AMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
ROMP 'N STOMP
HAPPY NEW YEAR!! Welcome to 2025 and a new session of ROMP 'N STOMP! Come ROMP your way into a wintry morning with us on the following Tuesdays:
January 14th & and 21st, February 11th & 18th, and March 11th & 18th from 10:00-10:30 am.…Learn More22
Wednesday, January 221:00—2:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Coloring & Calm
Ages 18+. Got stress? Drop in to sit, relax, and de-stress with mindful coloring and light conversation with others. All supplies provided.Wednesday, January 223:30—4:30 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
English Conversation Hour
Come practice English conversation skills in a non-judgmental, informal setting! All levels of fluency welcome.
No registration required.
Wednesday, January 224:30—5:30 PMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Sew Simple Embroidery for Tweens
Tweens, start the new year with a new craft! Join Miss Mary to learn about embroidery. During these 5 classes, you'll learn several basic stitches and use them to create a finished sampler of your work. All supplies are provided. Registration is required and space is limited-register SOON! For ages 9-12.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 226:00—7:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Cookbook Club
This month, we're making recipes from Milk Street 365 by Christopher Kimball. Make a dish at home, then bring it to the library to share with others potluck-style! Beginner cooks and new members always welcome. Books will be available for checkout at the front desk.…Learn More23
Thursday, January 2311:00 AM—1:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
HOMESCHOOL PLAYDATE!
Attention Homeschoolers!! Want to meet other Homeschool Families, and just chat, while the children play! Then join us, if you can, on the following Thursday's from 11:00 am. to 1:00 pm. We will meet in the Community Room!! Puzzles, Board Games, Legos, STEAM activities, and more! Join us when you can!! Just Drop in.…Learn MoreThursday, January 2311:00—11:45 AMReading RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Tech Help with Leah
Get your tech and social media questions answered by Leah, our Head of Adult Services Librarian! One-on-one sessions will last up to 45 minutes and can cover a range of basic topics, such as setting up an email account, borrowing e-books, managing files on your device, or starting from scratch and learning some technology basics.…Learn MoreThursday, January 233:00—3:45 PMReading RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Tech Help with Leah
Get your tech and social media questions answered by Leah, our Head of Adult Services Librarian! One-on-one sessions will last up to 45 minutes and can cover a range of basic topics, such as setting up an email account, borrowing e-books, managing files on your device, or starting from scratch and learning some technology basics.…Learn MoreThursday, January 235:30—7:30 PMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
G.A.M.E.S. CLUB !!
Hey everyone!! It is the G. A. M. E. S. CLUB Meet tonight! (stands for Games, Anime, Movies, Entertainment and Snacks!) (What would we do without those!!) We will meet tonight upstairs in the Youth Dept. from 5:30 to 7:30, old and new friends are welcome to join in!! This club is for teens ages 13 to 17 ONLY! Meet our teen coordinators and discuss upcoming programming.…Learn More24
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Saturday, January 2510:30—11:30 AMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
LEGO Club!! Spin it TO Win it!
Hey, everyone!! LEGO CLUB WINTER 2025 is here! 'Spin it-TO-Win it!' Winter Sports! Think: ice hockey, snow boarding, tubing, skiing, skating, ice fishing etc. Use your imaginations! Pre-registration is required. Call 978-365-4160, ext.…Learn MoreSaturday, January 252:00—3:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Beeswax Food Wraps
Did you know you can make sustainable food wraps? Let's ditch the plastic for natural beeswax and cotton. Learn how to make these easy peasy wraps, then take them home to save your leftovers. All supplies provided. Ages 18+. [Note: these wraps are…Learn More26
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Wednesday, January 291:00—2:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Coloring & Calm
Ages 18+. Got stress? Drop in to sit, relax, and de-stress with mindful coloring and light conversation with others. All supplies provided.Wednesday, January 295:00—6:00 PMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
No Cook Cooking
Calling all Teens: no cook cooking-how does that work? No need for a kitchen-how we can create something that looks good and tastes amazing? Join us and find out!Celebrate the Chinese New Year by making Vegetarian Rice Paper Rolls. For ages 14-17 on Wednesday, January 26th @ 5-6pm Registration required.30
Thursday, January 3011:00—11:45 AMReading RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Tech Help with Leah
Get your tech and social media questions answered by Leah, our Head of Adult Services Librarian! One-on-one sessions will last up to 45 minutes and can cover a range of basic topics, such as setting up an email account, borrowing e-books, managing files on your device, or starting from scratch and learning some technology basics.…Learn MoreThursday, January 303:00—3:45 PMReading RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Tech Help with Leah
Get your tech and social media questions answered by Leah, our Head of Adult Services Librarian! One-on-one sessions will last up to 45 minutes and can cover a range of basic topics, such as setting up an email account, borrowing e-books, managing files on your device, or starting from scratch and learning some technology basics.…Learn MoreThursday, January 306:00—7:00 PMCommunity RoomBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
English Conversation Hour
Come practice English conversation skills in a non-judgmental, informal setting! All levels of fluency welcome. No registration required.
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Friday, January 3110:00 AM—5:00 PMChildren's/Youth DepartmentBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
Hot Chocolate Day!
Let's celebrate "Hot Chocolate Day" with a "Snowman Soup" Kit!! Drop in and pick up yours between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm. (While Supplies Last!) in the Youth Dept. All you will need at home is a mug and hot water to create yours. Then warm up with a great…Learn MoreFriday, January 315:30—6:30 PMFront LawnBigelow Free Public Library54 Walnut St., Clinton, MA, 01510
All Ages Mini Bonfire & Cocoa at the library
All Ages Fire Nights are back!Get warm in front of the fire with marshmallows & hot cocoa. It's also Hot Chocolate Day!Everyone welcome. Bring your own winter gear. Rain will cancel, but snow will not!