January 2022

(Monday)

Book & Craft Pairing: Snow/Winter books & Illuminated Yarn Snow Globes

Pick up a book about snow or winter, & get a complete take-home craft kit!

The Hubbard Library Youth Room is offering a monthly book and craft pairing program; check out a book about our theme of the month, and take home everything you need to make an accompanying craft!

This month we're making beautiful snow globes out of yarn complete with LED lights to go with books about about snow or winter!

After we receive your registration, we will send you a list of available books about the theme. Write back with your selection or let us know your child's age and ask for a book bundle (7-10 books on the theme already packaged up by age level). When you pick your selections up (either at the front desk or call (413)583-3408 x2 for curbside service), you'll also get a kit that contains everything you need to make this pretty craft. If you need enough for multiple children, just let us know. 

Please click below to register.

 

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Homeschool Art Lab (winter session)

10:30am - 11:30am

Hands-on art and art history for homeschoolers!

 
 
Youth Services Librarian July will read a short biography or other related book about the artist,style, or concept we'll be learning about, show a brief video, &/or share books or prints of the artist's work. Kids will then have a chance to make art in that style.
 
We meet in the library's program room, where a professional air filtering machine and fans will be running; masks are required. Space is limited, registration is required; please click below to register.
 
 

Homeschool Art Lab (winter session)

10:30am - 11:30am

Hands-on art and art history for homeschoolers!

 
Youth Services Librarian July will read a short biography or other related book about the artist,style, or concept we'll be learning about, show a brief video, &/or share books or prints of the artist's work. Kids will then have a chance to make art in that style.
 
We meet in the library's program room, where a professional air filtering machine and fans will be running; masks are required. Space is limited, registration is required; please click below to register.
 
 
(Tuesday)

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

(Wednesday)

Book & Craft Pairing: Snow/Winter books & Illuminated Yarn Snow Globes

Pick up a book about snow or winter, & get a complete take-home craft kit!

The Hubbard Library Youth Room is offering a monthly book and craft pairing program; check out a book about our theme of the month, and take home everything you need to make an accompanying craft!

This month we're making beautiful snow globes out of yarn complete with LED lights to go with books about about snow or winter!

After we receive your registration, we will send you a list of available books about the theme. Write back with your selection or let us know your child's age and ask for a book bundle (7-10 books on the theme already packaged up by age level). When you pick your selections up (either at the front desk or call (413)583-3408 x2 for curbside service), you'll also get a kit that contains everything you need to make this pretty craft. If you need enough for multiple children, just let us know. 

Please click below to register.

 

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Preschool storytime: Night Time is Story Time!

10:30am - 11:00am

Our winter preschool storytimes will feature things we associate with the night - bedtime, stars, nocturnal animals, dreams, & more. Each week we'll read 4-6 stories intersperced with songs and games; the program will last 30 minutes. 

The program meets in the library's Program Room, where an air filtering machine will be kept running. Masks are required. When the weather gets nicer, we'll move outside for storytimes!

PLEASE NOTE: You will be registering for the entire series, and do not need to re-register each week.

Please click below to register!

True Tales! Stories about real people & events for 5-8 year olds

4:15pm - 4:45pm

At the end of a story, has your inquisitive K-2nd grader ever said to you, "Did that REALLY happen, though?" The answer is always "Yes!" during True Tales Storytime!

Join Youth Services librarian July on the lawn whenever the weather is good for tales of real people who have led funny, fascinating, and inspiring lives, and events that really happened! Biographical & historical stories presented in picture book form are the hot new genre, and we’ll laugh and get inspired, entertained, & maybe even educated (shhh!)!

 The program will also be available simultaneously through Zoom each week. Please click below to register.
(Thursday)

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Virtual Grow, Play & Learn for 18-36 month olds

9:30am - 10:00am

Grow, play and learn for little ones and their grown ups!

Join Early Childhood Developmental Specialist Nicole Landry via Zoom as she gently and playfully guides children through early education curriculum topics with the help of free educational toys and books for each participant. This month's theme: colors! Registration is required for every new month, please click below to register. Pick up the free materials below in the Youth Room or via curbside service; just call (413)583-3408 x2 when you arrive.

    

Sponsored by Pathways for Parents CFCE.

(Friday)

Book & Craft Pairing: Snow/Winter books & Illuminated Yarn Snow Globes

Pick up a book about snow or winter, & get a complete take-home craft kit!

The Hubbard Library Youth Room is offering a monthly book and craft pairing program; check out a book about our theme of the month, and take home everything you need to make an accompanying craft!

This month we're making beautiful snow globes out of yarn complete with LED lights to go with books about about snow or winter!

After we receive your registration, we will send you a list of available books about the theme. Write back with your selection or let us know your child's age and ask for a book bundle (7-10 books on the theme already packaged up by age level). When you pick your selections up (either at the front desk or call (413)583-3408 x2 for curbside service), you'll also get a kit that contains everything you need to make this pretty craft. If you need enough for multiple children, just let us know. 

Please click below to register.

 

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

HIGH SCHOOL: Dungeons & Dragons High School Adventure Ensemble

2:30pm - 4:30pm

D&D campaign for high schoolers!

This group is limited to 7 experienced high school-aged players, and meets on Fridays from 2:30-4:30pm. The DM will help you roll up a character to join our ongoing campaign. Click below to sign up.

NOTE: this group is currently full. Please check back during the summer to see if there are openings.

(Saturday)

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Communication in Cooking: a Virtual Cooking experience for ages 2 & up

11:00am

STRENGTHEN COMMUNICATION THROUGH COOKING!

Cooking is a great way to expand your child’s communication skills. It helps children learn how to follow directions, expands vocabulary and creates a shared experience for you and your child.
During our Zoom meeting, we will create banana sushi together! While we cook, we will read a book together, “chat” about the process, & enjoy the results.
Here's the recipe we'll use: banana sushi recipe
Sponsored by Pathways for Parents CFCE   
(Sunday)

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

(Monday)

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Homeschool Art Lab (winter session)

10:30am - 11:30am

Hands-on art and art history for homeschoolers!

 
 
Youth Services Librarian July will read a short biography or other related book about the artist,style, or concept we'll be learning about, show a brief video, &/or share books or prints of the artist's work. Kids will then have a chance to make art in that style.
 
We meet in the library's program room, where a professional air filtering machine and fans will be running; masks are required. Space is limited, registration is required; please click below to register.
 
 

Homeschool Art Lab (winter session)

10:30am - 11:30am

Hands-on art and art history for homeschoolers!

 
Youth Services Librarian July will read a short biography or other related book about the artist,style, or concept we'll be learning about, show a brief video, &/or share books or prints of the artist's work. Kids will then have a chance to make art in that style.
 
We meet in the library's program room, where a professional air filtering machine and fans will be running; masks are required. Space is limited, registration is required; please click below to register.
 
 
(Tuesday)

Book & Craft Pairing: Snow/Winter books & Illuminated Yarn Snow Globes

Pick up a book about snow or winter, & get a complete take-home craft kit!

The Hubbard Library Youth Room is offering a monthly book and craft pairing program; check out a book about our theme of the month, and take home everything you need to make an accompanying craft!

This month we're making beautiful snow globes out of yarn complete with LED lights to go with books about about snow or winter!

After we receive your registration, we will send you a list of available books about the theme. Write back with your selection or let us know your child's age and ask for a book bundle (7-10 books on the theme already packaged up by age level). When you pick your selections up (either at the front desk or call (413)583-3408 x2 for curbside service), you'll also get a kit that contains everything you need to make this pretty craft. If you need enough for multiple children, just let us know. 

Please click below to register.

 

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Drop-in: Make a Peace Pin

10:00am - 7:00pm

Drop-in: Make a Peace Pin

10:00am - 7:00pm

Sing With Me!

10:30am - 11:00am

"Sing With Me" in the library!

 

If you have a little one who loves music, this program is for you! Join us for a half-hour of adult-&-child singing, clapping, and stomping along to favorite kids’ songs.

The program will take place in the library's program room (with our "air scrubber" filtering machine and fans running); masks are required except for under 2 years old. In order to maintain safe distancing space is limited and registration is required; please click below to register.

The program will also be available simultaneously via Zoom each week with no limit on registrations. If you'd like to sign up to be a "virtual-only" participant, click here

 

Making Sense of Healthcare Financing on Zoom

6:00pm

Register today!

Join Pathways for ParentsCFCE, Hubbard Memorial Library and Mass Family Voices/Family-to-Family Health Information Center for a discussion about health insurance options, eligibility, and special programs.

The webinar will review the following topics:

• Different types of private health insurances

• Different MassHealth options

• MassHealth eligibility information

• Unique MassHealth application forms required to apply for a child with a disability

• Premium Assistance overview and how to apply

• Changes/options that occur to health insurance when a child turns 18.  

Speaker: Pat Nemia, M.A., PT,- Project Coordinator, Mass Family Voices/Family-to-Family Health Information Center.

 

Please note : upon registering for this event, your name and contact information, including e-mail address will be shared with Pathways for Parents, an organization outiside of Hubbard Memorial Library, so that they may send you the Zoom invitation to this event.

Sponsored by Pathways for Parents CFCE   

(Wednesday)

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Preschool storytime: Night Time is Story Time!

10:30am - 11:00am

Our winter preschool storytimes will feature things we associate with the night - bedtime, stars, nocturnal animals, dreams, & more. Each week we'll read 4-6 stories intersperced with songs and games; the program will last 30 minutes. 

The program meets in the library's Program Room, where an air filtering machine will be kept running. Masks are required. When the weather gets nicer, we'll move outside for storytimes!

PLEASE NOTE: You will be registering for the entire series, and do not need to re-register each week.

Please click below to register!

True Tales! Stories about real people & events for 5-8 year olds

4:15pm - 4:45pm

At the end of a story, has your inquisitive K-2nd grader ever said to you, "Did that REALLY happen, though?" The answer is always "Yes!" during True Tales Storytime!

Join Youth Services librarian July on the lawn whenever the weather is good for tales of real people who have led funny, fascinating, and inspiring lives, and events that really happened! Biographical & historical stories presented in picture book form are the hot new genre, and we’ll laugh and get inspired, entertained, & maybe even educated (shhh!)!

 The program will also be available simultaneously through Zoom each week. Please click below to register.
(Thursday)

Book & Craft Pairing: Snow/Winter books & Illuminated Yarn Snow Globes

Pick up a book about snow or winter, & get a complete take-home craft kit!

The Hubbard Library Youth Room is offering a monthly book and craft pairing program; check out a book about our theme of the month, and take home everything you need to make an accompanying craft!

This month we're making beautiful snow globes out of yarn complete with LED lights to go with books about about snow or winter!

After we receive your registration, we will send you a list of available books about the theme. Write back with your selection or let us know your child's age and ask for a book bundle (7-10 books on the theme already packaged up by age level). When you pick your selections up (either at the front desk or call (413)583-3408 x2 for curbside service), you'll also get a kit that contains everything you need to make this pretty craft. If you need enough for multiple children, just let us know. 

Please click below to register.

 

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Virtual Grow, Play & Learn for 18-36 month olds

9:30am - 10:00am

Grow, play and learn for little ones and their grown ups!

Join Early Childhood Developmental Specialist Nicole Landry via Zoom as she gently and playfully guides children through early education curriculum topics with the help of free educational toys and books for each participant. This month's theme: colors! Registration is required for every new month, please click below to register. Pick up the free materials below in the Youth Room or via curbside service; just call (413)583-3408 x2 when you arrive.

    

Sponsored by Pathways for Parents CFCE.

The Blizzard of ’78

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Register Now!

On February 6th and 7th 1978 New England was knocked to its knees by incredible snow and wind referred to as the “Worst Storm of the Century”. Michael Tougias, author of The Blizzard of ’78, combines a unique array of photographs with riveting narration, bringing the Blizzard to life again.

Due to the high COVID numbers, this event will now be virtual.  You will receive a Zoom link to attend.

Hubbard Library is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86405722321?pwd=QUt1NjhpbWJKNHVhZVQxUkNPUTZhQT09 Meeting ID: 864 0572 2321 Passcode: blizzard One tap mobile +16468769923,,86405722321#,,,,*68086071# US (New York) +13017158592,,86405722321#,,,,*68086071# US (Washington DC) Dial by your location +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 864 0572 2321 Passcode: 68086071 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/keIVgRMSeu

(Friday)

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

HIGH SCHOOL: Dungeons & Dragons High School Adventure Ensemble

2:30pm - 4:30pm

D&D campaign for high schoolers!

This group is limited to 7 experienced high school-aged players, and meets on Fridays from 2:30-4:30pm. The DM will help you roll up a character to join our ongoing campaign. Click below to sign up.

NOTE: this group is currently full. Please check back during the summer to see if there are openings.

(Saturday)

Book & Craft Pairing: Snow/Winter books & Illuminated Yarn Snow Globes

Pick up a book about snow or winter, & get a complete take-home craft kit!

The Hubbard Library Youth Room is offering a monthly book and craft pairing program; check out a book about our theme of the month, and take home everything you need to make an accompanying craft!

This month we're making beautiful snow globes out of yarn complete with LED lights to go with books about about snow or winter!

After we receive your registration, we will send you a list of available books about the theme. Write back with your selection or let us know your child's age and ask for a book bundle (7-10 books on the theme already packaged up by age level). When you pick your selections up (either at the front desk or call (413)583-3408 x2 for curbside service), you'll also get a kit that contains everything you need to make this pretty craft. If you need enough for multiple children, just let us know. 

Please click below to register.

 

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Graphic Novels Book Club

11:00am - 12:00pm

Make a Butterfly or Bumblebee Beaded Fringe Winter Scarf

12:00pm - 12:45pm

This is a simple craft that yields a toasty, pretty result! Choose either the butterfly or the bumblebee fleece, cut the fringe on each end, slip on beads & knot it, use the library's Bedazzler tool to attach some shiny jewels, and voila! Fabulous new winter scarf!

            

Children must be adept at cutting with scissors to do this craft. We will meet in the library's program room, which has a professional air filtering machine running. Space is limited, masks and registration are required; please click below to register.  

(Sunday)

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

(Monday)

Book & Craft Pairing: Snow/Winter books & Illuminated Yarn Snow Globes

Pick up a book about snow or winter, & get a complete take-home craft kit!

The Hubbard Library Youth Room is offering a monthly book and craft pairing program; check out a book about our theme of the month, and take home everything you need to make an accompanying craft!

This month we're making beautiful snow globes out of yarn complete with LED lights to go with books about about snow or winter!

After we receive your registration, we will send you a list of available books about the theme. Write back with your selection or let us know your child's age and ask for a book bundle (7-10 books on the theme already packaged up by age level). When you pick your selections up (either at the front desk or call (413)583-3408 x2 for curbside service), you'll also get a kit that contains everything you need to make this pretty craft. If you need enough for multiple children, just let us know. 

Please click below to register.

 

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Homeschool Art Lab (winter session)

10:30am - 11:30am

Hands-on art and art history for homeschoolers!

 
 
Youth Services Librarian July will read a short biography or other related book about the artist,style, or concept we'll be learning about, show a brief video, &/or share books or prints of the artist's work. Kids will then have a chance to make art in that style.
 
We meet in the library's program room, where a professional air filtering machine and fans will be running; masks are required. Space is limited, registration is required; please click below to register.
 
 

Homeschool Art Lab (winter session)

10:30am - 11:30am

Hands-on art and art history for homeschoolers!

 
Youth Services Librarian July will read a short biography or other related book about the artist,style, or concept we'll be learning about, show a brief video, &/or share books or prints of the artist's work. Kids will then have a chance to make art in that style.
 
We meet in the library's program room, where a professional air filtering machine and fans will be running; masks are required. Space is limited, registration is required; please click below to register.
 
 
(Tuesday)

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Sing With Me!

10:30am - 11:00am

"Sing With Me" in the library!

 

If you have a little one who loves music, this program is for you! Join us for a half-hour of adult-&-child singing, clapping, and stomping along to favorite kids’ songs.

The program will take place in the library's program room (with our "air scrubber" filtering machine and fans running); masks are required except for under 2 years old. In order to maintain safe distancing space is limited and registration is required; please click below to register.

The program will also be available simultaneously via Zoom each week with no limit on registrations. If you'd like to sign up to be a "virtual-only" participant, click here

 

(Wednesday)

Book & Craft Pairing: Snow/Winter books & Illuminated Yarn Snow Globes

Pick up a book about snow or winter, & get a complete take-home craft kit!

The Hubbard Library Youth Room is offering a monthly book and craft pairing program; check out a book about our theme of the month, and take home everything you need to make an accompanying craft!

This month we're making beautiful snow globes out of yarn complete with LED lights to go with books about about snow or winter!

After we receive your registration, we will send you a list of available books about the theme. Write back with your selection or let us know your child's age and ask for a book bundle (7-10 books on the theme already packaged up by age level). When you pick your selections up (either at the front desk or call (413)583-3408 x2 for curbside service), you'll also get a kit that contains everything you need to make this pretty craft. If you need enough for multiple children, just let us know. 

Please click below to register.

 

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Preschool storytime: Night Time is Story Time!

10:30am - 11:00am

Our winter preschool storytimes will feature things we associate with the night - bedtime, stars, nocturnal animals, dreams, & more. Each week we'll read 4-6 stories intersperced with songs and games; the program will last 30 minutes. 

The program meets in the library's Program Room, where an air filtering machine will be kept running. Masks are required. When the weather gets nicer, we'll move outside for storytimes!

PLEASE NOTE: You will be registering for the entire series, and do not need to re-register each week.

Please click below to register!

True Tales! Stories about real people & events for 5-8 year olds

4:15pm - 4:45pm

At the end of a story, has your inquisitive K-2nd grader ever said to you, "Did that REALLY happen, though?" The answer is always "Yes!" during True Tales Storytime!

Join Youth Services librarian July on the lawn whenever the weather is good for tales of real people who have led funny, fascinating, and inspiring lives, and events that really happened! Biographical & historical stories presented in picture book form are the hot new genre, and we’ll laugh and get inspired, entertained, & maybe even educated (shhh!)!

 The program will also be available simultaneously through Zoom each week. Please click below to register.
(Thursday)

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Virtual Grow, Play & Learn for 18-36 month olds

9:30am - 10:00am

Grow, play and learn for little ones and their grown ups!

Join Early Childhood Developmental Specialist Nicole Landry via Zoom as she gently and playfully guides children through early education curriculum topics with the help of free educational toys and books for each participant. This month's theme: colors! Registration is required for every new month, please click below to register. Pick up the free materials below in the Youth Room or via curbside service; just call (413)583-3408 x2 when you arrive.

    

Sponsored by Pathways for Parents CFCE.

(Friday)

Book & Craft Pairing: Snow/Winter books & Illuminated Yarn Snow Globes

Pick up a book about snow or winter, & get a complete take-home craft kit!

The Hubbard Library Youth Room is offering a monthly book and craft pairing program; check out a book about our theme of the month, and take home everything you need to make an accompanying craft!

This month we're making beautiful snow globes out of yarn complete with LED lights to go with books about about snow or winter!

After we receive your registration, we will send you a list of available books about the theme. Write back with your selection or let us know your child's age and ask for a book bundle (7-10 books on the theme already packaged up by age level). When you pick your selections up (either at the front desk or call (413)583-3408 x2 for curbside service), you'll also get a kit that contains everything you need to make this pretty craft. If you need enough for multiple children, just let us know. 

Please click below to register.

 

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

HIGH SCHOOL: Dungeons & Dragons High School Adventure Ensemble

2:30pm - 4:30pm

D&D campaign for high schoolers!

This group is limited to 7 experienced high school-aged players, and meets on Fridays from 2:30-4:30pm. The DM will help you roll up a character to join our ongoing campaign. Click below to sign up.

NOTE: this group is currently full. Please check back during the summer to see if there are openings.

(Saturday)

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

(Sunday)

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

(Monday)

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

(Tuesday)

Book & Craft Pairing: Snow/Winter books & Illuminated Yarn Snow Globes

Pick up a book about snow or winter, & get a complete take-home craft kit!

The Hubbard Library Youth Room is offering a monthly book and craft pairing program; check out a book about our theme of the month, and take home everything you need to make an accompanying craft!

This month we're making beautiful snow globes out of yarn complete with LED lights to go with books about about snow or winter!

After we receive your registration, we will send you a list of available books about the theme. Write back with your selection or let us know your child's age and ask for a book bundle (7-10 books on the theme already packaged up by age level). When you pick your selections up (either at the front desk or call (413)583-3408 x2 for curbside service), you'll also get a kit that contains everything you need to make this pretty craft. If you need enough for multiple children, just let us know. 

Please click below to register.

 

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Sing With Me!

10:30am - 11:00am

"Sing With Me" in the library!

 

If you have a little one who loves music, this program is for you! Join us for a half-hour of adult-&-child singing, clapping, and stomping along to favorite kids’ songs.

The program will take place in the library's program room (with our "air scrubber" filtering machine and fans running); masks are required except for under 2 years old. In order to maintain safe distancing space is limited and registration is required; please click below to register.

The program will also be available simultaneously via Zoom each week with no limit on registrations. If you'd like to sign up to be a "virtual-only" participant, click here

 

Pokemon Trivia BINGO!

5:00pm

Pokemon Bingo Fun!

Play bingo for real prizes and show off your knowledge about pokemon at the same time for a chance to win prizes!

Snow date: Tuesday, 2/8/22

This program meets in the library’s conference room (an air filtering machine will be running and masks are required), or you can participate via Zoom. Please click below to register.

(Wednesday)

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Preschool storytime: Night Time is Story Time!

10:30am - 11:00am

Our winter preschool storytimes will feature things we associate with the night - bedtime, stars, nocturnal animals, dreams, & more. Each week we'll read 4-6 stories intersperced with songs and games; the program will last 30 minutes. 

The program meets in the library's Program Room, where an air filtering machine will be kept running. Masks are required. When the weather gets nicer, we'll move outside for storytimes!

PLEASE NOTE: You will be registering for the entire series, and do not need to re-register each week.

Please click below to register!

True Tales! Stories about real people & events for 5-8 year olds

4:15pm - 4:45pm

At the end of a story, has your inquisitive K-2nd grader ever said to you, "Did that REALLY happen, though?" The answer is always "Yes!" during True Tales Storytime!

Join Youth Services librarian July on the lawn whenever the weather is good for tales of real people who have led funny, fascinating, and inspiring lives, and events that really happened! Biographical & historical stories presented in picture book form are the hot new genre, and we’ll laugh and get inspired, entertained, & maybe even educated (shhh!)!

 The program will also be available simultaneously through Zoom each week. Please click below to register.
(Thursday)

Book & Craft Pairing: Snow/Winter books & Illuminated Yarn Snow Globes

Pick up a book about snow or winter, & get a complete take-home craft kit!

The Hubbard Library Youth Room is offering a monthly book and craft pairing program; check out a book about our theme of the month, and take home everything you need to make an accompanying craft!

This month we're making beautiful snow globes out of yarn complete with LED lights to go with books about about snow or winter!

After we receive your registration, we will send you a list of available books about the theme. Write back with your selection or let us know your child's age and ask for a book bundle (7-10 books on the theme already packaged up by age level). When you pick your selections up (either at the front desk or call (413)583-3408 x2 for curbside service), you'll also get a kit that contains everything you need to make this pretty craft. If you need enough for multiple children, just let us know. 

Please click below to register.

 

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Virtual Grow, Play & Learn for 18-36 month olds

9:30am - 10:00am

Grow, play and learn for little ones and their grown ups!

Join Early Childhood Developmental Specialist Nicole Landry via Zoom as she gently and playfully guides children through early education curriculum topics with the help of free educational toys and books for each participant. This month's theme: colors! Registration is required for every new month, please click below to register. Pick up the free materials below in the Youth Room or via curbside service; just call (413)583-3408 x2 when you arrive.

    

Sponsored by Pathways for Parents CFCE.

(Friday)

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Winter Scavenger Hunt

9:00am - 5:00pm

HIGH SCHOOL: Dungeons & Dragons High School Adventure Ensemble

2:30pm - 4:30pm

D&D campaign for high schoolers!

This group is limited to 7 experienced high school-aged players, and meets on Fridays from 2:30-4:30pm. The DM will help you roll up a character to join our ongoing campaign. Click below to sign up.

NOTE: this group is currently full. Please check back during the summer to see if there are openings.

(Saturday)

Book & Craft Pairing: Snow/Winter books & Illuminated Yarn Snow Globes

Pick up a book about snow or winter, & get a complete take-home craft kit!

The Hubbard Library Youth Room is offering a monthly book and craft pairing program; check out a book about our theme of the month, and take home everything you need to make an accompanying craft!

This month we're making beautiful snow globes out of yarn complete with LED lights to go with books about about snow or winter!

After we receive your registration, we will send you a list of available books about the theme. Write back with your selection or let us know your child's age and ask for a book bundle (7-10 books on the theme already packaged up by age level). When you pick your selections up (either at the front desk or call (413)583-3408 x2 for curbside service), you'll also get a kit that contains everything you need to make this pretty craft. If you need enough for multiple children, just let us know. 

Please click below to register.

 

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

Twisted Soft Pretzels with Simply Creative Chef Rob on ZOOM.

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Soft Pretzel Saturday!

Work along with Chef and make Twisted Soft Pretzels and a Cider Dijon Dip via Zoom. This is perfect for all ages to work together. 

Please register to receive a Zoom invitation to this event.  Registration is limited to the first 20.

We are providing an ingredients list and the recipe so you can be ready to cook along with the group.

BROOKLYN STYLE SOFT PRETZELS WITH DIJON DIP

By: Simply Creative Chef Rob Scott

Ingredients: Yields 6 pretzels and ½ cup sauce
1 cup whole milk-very important
1 package dry yeast fast acting
3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon fine salt
1/3 cup baking soda
2 tablespoons coarse pretzel salt
Dijon Dip:
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
½ teaspoon cider vinegar
Directions:
• To make the pretzels, warm the milk in a saucepan until it is about 110 degrees
• Pour into a medium bowl and sprinkle in the yeast
• Let the yeast soften about 2 minutes, stir in the brown sugar and 1 cup flour with a
wooden spoon
• Dice 2 tablespoons butter and soften and stir into the mix
• Add the remaining 1 ¼ cups flour and the fine salt to make a sticky dough
• Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead, adding more flour if
needed, until smooth but still slightly tacky, about 5 minutes
• Shape into a ball, place in a lightly greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap
• Let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 1 hour
• To prepare the sauce: combine the mayonnaise, mustard, brown sugar, and vinegar in a
bowl
• Cover and refrigerate
• Preheat the oven to 450 degrees and grease a large baking sheet
• Punch the dough to deflate it and then turn out onto a lightly floured surface (if the
dough seems tight, cover and let rest, until it relaxes)

• Divide the dough into 6 pieces
• Roll and stretch each piece with the palms of your hands into a 12-inch rope, holding
the ends and slapping the middle of the rope on the counter as your stretch
•Form each rope into a pretzel shape or pretzel twist or nuggets
• Dissolve the baking soda in 3 cups warm water in a shallow baking dish
•Gently dip each pretzel in the soda solution, then arrange on the prepared baking sheet
and sprinkle with the coarse salt or cinnamon sugar
•Bake until golden, 10-12 minutes but check around the 8 minute mark
• Serve the pretzels warm with the sweet Dijon dip
Note: place aluminum foil on the rack above the pretzels so pretzels do not get too dark – check in about 8 minutes in to the total cooking time.

(Sunday)

New Year Book Bundles!

Be the first to read some brand new library books!

Ahhh...brand new books - you know the smell! Be the first to get a whiff and celebrate the new year with a bundle of new library books! Register to reserve your bundle of 7-10 books (or 2-5 for older kids who want chapter books)& we'll throw in a noisemaker and a "2022 Funglasses" craft as well!

You can also ask for more or fewer books, books for multiple age ranges, or for anything else -  we take requests!

Please click below to register.

(Monday)

Book & Craft Pairing: Snow/Winter books & Illuminated Yarn Snow Globes

Pick up a book about snow or winter, & get a complete take-home craft kit!

The Hubbard Library Youth Room is offering a monthly book and craft pairing program; check out a book about our theme of the month, and take home everything you need to make an accompanying craft!

This month we're making beautiful snow globes out of yarn complete with LED lights to go with books about about snow or winter!

After we receive your registration, we will send you a list of available books about the theme. Write back with your selection or let us know your child's age and ask for a book bundle (7-10 books on the theme already packaged up by age level). When you pick your selections up (either at the front desk or call (413)583-3408 x2 for curbside service), you'll also get a kit that contains everything you need to make this pretty craft. If you need enough for multiple children, just let us know. 

Please click below to register.