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Sunday, January 1Closed
Hopkinton Public Library
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Monday, January 2Closed
Hopkinton Public Library
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Tuesday, January 3All DayChildren's DepartmentHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Children's Department closed (limited materials and play area available)
The Children’s Department will be CLOSED for re-carpeting Tues 1/3/2023 - Sat 1/7/2023. During this time, the Large Event Room (1st floor of the library) will have limited children’s materials for browsing and a temporary playspace.…Learn More
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Wednesday, January 4All DayChildren's DepartmentHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Children's Department closed (limited materials and play area available)
The Children’s Department will be CLOSED for re-carpeting Tues 1/3/2023 - Sat 1/7/2023. During this time, the Large Event Room (1st floor of the library) will have limited children’s materials for browsing and a temporary playspace.…Learn More
Wednesday, January 49:30 AM—11:30 PMZoom - Via Another Library
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Self-Assessment & Transferrable Skills
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 410:00 AM—12:00 PMOff Site - See Event Description for Location
Library visit to Fairview Estates
Adult Services Librarian Danielle Cook visits Fairview Estates to provide services to residents. Please contact Danielle Cook at dcook@hopkintonma. gov for more information.
Wednesday, January 46:30—7:45 PMClassroomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Friends of the HPL Meeting
Friends of the Hopkinton Public Library monthly meeting. Anyone who is interested in staying up-to-date and sharing ideas about the Friends' activities is invited to attend!
Wednesday, January 47:00—7:45 PMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
CANCELED - Gracie the Therapy Dog
Drop by to practice reading aloud to Gracie, our therapy dog!
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Thursday, January 5All DayChildren's DepartmentHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Children's Department closed (limited materials and play area available)
The Children’s Department will be CLOSED for re-carpeting Tues 1/3/2023 - Sat 1/7/2023. During this time, the Large Event Room (1st floor of the library) will have limited children’s materials for browsing and a temporary playspace.…Learn More
Thursday, January 52:00—3:00 PMZoom
Conversation Circles for Beginners-ZOOM
Conversation Circles will focus on learning basic English language skills. Learners will practice vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar in a fun, comfortable, laid back environment. Each class will use guided conversations and real life situations to build language confidence.…Learn More
Thursday, January 56:30—7:30 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
ELL for the Advanced Learner
ELL for the Advanced Learner will focus on creating greater fluency through casual conversation, focused discussion and cultural experiences. The atmosphere is relaxed and allows the learner to progress at his own comfort level. Our ELL Conversation Circles are filling up quickly.…Learn More
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Friday, January 6All DayChildren's DepartmentHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Children's Department closed (limited materials and play area available)
The Children’s Department will be CLOSED for re-carpeting Tues 1/3/2023 - Sat 1/7/2023. During this time, the Large Event Room (1st floor of the library) will have limited children’s materials for browsing and a temporary playspace.…Learn More
Friday, January 611:00 AM—12:00 PMZoom
ELL for the Advanced Learner-ZOOM
ELL for the Advanced Learner will focus on creating greater fluency through casual conversation, focused discussion and cultural experiences. The atmosphere is relaxed and allows the learner to progress at his own comfort level.
This class is a hybrid.…Learn More
Friday, January 611:00 AM—12:00 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
ELL for the Advanced Learner
ELL for the Advanced Learner will focus on creating greater fluency through casual conversation, focused discussion and cultural experiences. The atmosphere is relaxed and allows the learner to progress at his own comfort level.
This class is a hybrid.…Learn More
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Saturday, January 7All DayChildren's DepartmentHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Children's Department closed (limited materials and play area available)
The Children’s Department will be CLOSED for re-carpeting Tues 1/3/2023 - Sat 1/7/2023. During this time, the Large Event Room (1st floor of the library) will have limited children’s materials for browsing and a temporary playspace.…Learn More
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Sunday, January 8Closed
Hopkinton Public Library
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Monday, January 9All DayMain Floor Circulation AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Adult Take & Make: Snowflake Magnets
Adults are invited to pick up a kit containing materials to make snowflake magnets. The kits include snowflake designs, magnets, and glass beads. All you need is glue!Kits are first-come first-served. We are not taking reservations or holds.
Monday, January 9All DayTeen RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Young Adult Take & Make: Cobra Candles
Teens and Tweens are invited to pick up a kit containing materials to make cobra candles. The kits include a candle, directions, and a stylus. If you want to add color, you can provide your own paint pens or melt crayons to make your snake stand out!Kits are first-come first-served.…Learn More
Monday, January 97:00—8:30 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
HPL Foundation Board Meeting
Hopkinton Public Library Foundation Board will meet to discuss Foundation business.
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Monday, January 9All DayMain Floor Circulation AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Adult Take & Make: Snowflake Magnets
Adults are invited to pick up a kit containing materials to make snowflake magnets. The kits include snowflake designs, magnets, and glass beads. All you need is glue!Kits are first-come first-served. We are not taking reservations or holds.
Monday, January 9All DayTeen RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Young Adult Take & Make: Cobra Candles
Teens and Tweens are invited to pick up a kit containing materials to make cobra candles. The kits include a candle, directions, and a stylus. If you want to add color, you can provide your own paint pens or melt crayons to make your snake stand out!Kits are first-come first-served.…Learn More
Tuesday, January 104:00—4:45 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Chess club (recommended for ages 6-12)
Stop by to play chess and to get tips and tricks! Recommended for ages 6-12.
Tuesday, January 107:00—8:00 PMZoom - Via Another Library
Democracy Talks: Immigrants' Rights
On September 14, 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis (FL) routed approximately 50 asylum seekers from San Antonio, TX, to Martha’s Vineyard, MA. Professor Sarah Sherman-Stokes, associate director of the Immigrants’ Rights & Human Trafficking Clinic at Boston University School of Law, will share the legal implications of DeSantis’s actions and current issues in asylum law and policy.…Learn More
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Monday, January 9All DayMain Floor Circulation AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Adult Take & Make: Snowflake Magnets
Adults are invited to pick up a kit containing materials to make snowflake magnets. The kits include snowflake designs, magnets, and glass beads. All you need is glue!Kits are first-come first-served. We are not taking reservations or holds.
Monday, January 9All DayTeen RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Young Adult Take & Make: Cobra Candles
Teens and Tweens are invited to pick up a kit containing materials to make cobra candles. The kits include a candle, directions, and a stylus. If you want to add color, you can provide your own paint pens or melt crayons to make your snake stand out!Kits are first-come first-served.…Learn More
Wednesday, January 1110:15—10:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Baby-Toddler Storytime (recommended for ages 0-3)
Join Mrs. C for a storytime including stories, songs, and rhymes. .. and maybe even some bubbles (recommended ages 0-3)! Registration required starting 1 week before the event. No drop-ins please.
Wednesday, January 1111:00—11:30 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Preschool Storytime (Recommended ages 3-6)
Join Mrs. C for a storytime intended for preschoolers (recommended ages 3-6) at the Hopkinton Public Library! This program will include stories, songs. .. and maybe even a craft! Registration is required starting 1 week prior to the event. NO DROP-INS PLEASE.
Wednesday, January 116:00—8:00 PMZoom - Via Another Library
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Self-Assessment & Transferrable Skills
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Self-Assessment & Transferrable SkillsThe Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, from 6pm to 8pm, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 117:00—7:45 PMChildren's DepartmentHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Gracie the Therapy Dog
Drop by to practice reading aloud to Gracie, our therapy dog!
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Monday, January 9All DayMain Floor Circulation AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Adult Take & Make: Snowflake Magnets
Adults are invited to pick up a kit containing materials to make snowflake magnets. The kits include snowflake designs, magnets, and glass beads. All you need is glue!Kits are first-come first-served. We are not taking reservations or holds.
Monday, January 9All DayTeen RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Young Adult Take & Make: Cobra Candles
Teens and Tweens are invited to pick up a kit containing materials to make cobra candles. The kits include a candle, directions, and a stylus. If you want to add color, you can provide your own paint pens or melt crayons to make your snake stand out!Kits are first-come first-served.…Learn More
Thursday, January 1210:00—11:00 AMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Parent-Child Playgroup
Join us for Parent-Child Playgroup, cohosted with the Hopkinton YMCA (Project ABC). This event will include free play as well as a circle time with stories, songs, and rhymes! Registration is required starting 1 week prior to the event. No drop-ins please.
Thursday, January 122:00—3:00 PMZoom
Conversation Circles for Beginners
Conversation Circles will focus on learning basic English language skills. Learners will practice vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar in a fun, comfortable, laid back environment. Each class will use guided conversations and real life situations to build language confidence.…Learn More
Thursday, January 124:00—5:00 PMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
CANCELED - LGBTQ+ Book Club
Join our LGBTQ+ Book Club! We will discuss a range of book across all genres. All LGBTQ+ adults and teens 14+ are welcome, as well as allies. We meet the second Thursday of each month from 4:00-5:00 pm. Books will be available at the circulation desk.
Thursday, January 126:30—7:30 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
ELL for the Advanced Learner
ELL for the Advanced Learner will focus on creating greater fluency through casual conversation, focused discussion and cultural experiences. The atmosphere is relaxed and allows the learner to progress at his own comfort level. Our ELL Conversation Circles are filling up quickly.…Learn More
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Monday, January 9All DayMain Floor Circulation AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Adult Take & Make: Snowflake Magnets
Adults are invited to pick up a kit containing materials to make snowflake magnets. The kits include snowflake designs, magnets, and glass beads. All you need is glue!Kits are first-come first-served. We are not taking reservations or holds.
Monday, January 9All DayTeen RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Young Adult Take & Make: Cobra Candles
Teens and Tweens are invited to pick up a kit containing materials to make cobra candles. The kits include a candle, directions, and a stylus. If you want to add color, you can provide your own paint pens or melt crayons to make your snake stand out!Kits are first-come first-served.…Learn More
Friday, January 13All DayChildren's DepartmentHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Preschool “Take & Make” (leftover craft from this week’s Storytime)
Sometimes we have leftover crafts from the Preschool Storytime we run on Wednesdays. .. and we want to share the fun! Each kit will include a picture of the craft, the title of the book read during storytime, and a song/rhyme. Directions will not be included (follow the picture).…Learn More
Friday, January 1310:00—11:00 AMZoom
Classical Music 101-ZOOM
Join music historian Amber Broderick for an 8-week introduction to the world of classical music, designed for general listeners and newcomers.
Friday, January 1311:00 AM—12:00 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
ELL for the Advanced Learner
ELL for the Advanced Learner will focus on creating greater fluency through casual conversation, focused discussion and cultural experiences. The atmosphere is relaxed and allows the learner to progress at his own comfort level.
This class is a hybrid.…Learn More
Friday, January 1311:00 AM—12:00 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
ELL for the Advanced Learner
ELL for the Advanced Learner will focus on creating greater fluency through casual conversation, focused discussion and cultural experiences. The atmosphere is relaxed and allows the learner to progress at his own comfort level.
This class is a hybrid.…Learn More
Friday, January 1312:00—4:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Tabletop Games & Activities
Hopkinton Elementary Schools have a 1/2 day! Drop by the children's programming room to play some table-top games with friends and family (e. g. chess, Guess Who, scrabble, etc. ).
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Saturday, January 14Closed
Hopkinton Public Library
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Sunday, January 15Closed
Hopkinton Public Library
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Monday, January 16Closed
Hopkinton Public Library
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Tuesday, January 1710:00 AM—3:00 PMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Ellsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Red Cross Blood Drive
Register on the Red Cross website at https://rcblood. org/3AmuYsP
Tuesday, January 174:00—4:45 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Lego Club (ages 5+)
Build a creation out of legos which will be displayed in the children's departmen. Ages 5+.
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Wednesday, January 189:30 AM—11:30 PMZoom - Via Another Library
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Create Your "Career Story" Pitch
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 1810:00 AM—12:00 PMOff Site - See Event Description for Location
Library Visit to Hopkinton Senior Center
Adult Services Librarian Danielle Cook visits Hopkinton Senior Center to provide services to Hopkinton Seniors. Please contact Danielle Cook at dcook@hopkintonma. gov for more information.
Wednesday, January 1810:15—10:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Baby-Toddler Storytime (recommended for ages 0-3)
Join Mrs. C for a storytime including stories, songs, and rhymes. .. and maybe even some bubbles (recommended ages 0-3)! Registration required starting 1 week before the event. No drop-ins please.
Wednesday, January 1811:00—11:30 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Preschool Storytime (Recommended ages 3-6)
Join Mrs. C for a storytime intended for preschoolers (recommended ages 3-6) at the Hopkinton Public Library! This program will include stories, songs. .. and maybe even a craft! Registration is required starting 1 week prior to the event. NO DROP-INS PLEASE.
Wednesday, January 1812:30—2:00 PMZoom
Chat 'n' Chew Book Group-Zoom
Missing your Book Club? Consider joining the Chat'n'Chew book group. Instead of assigning a book for all participants to read, each person reviews something they read this month. All reviews of the books will then be posted to Facebook to share with the Hopkinton reading community.…Learn More
Wednesday, January 186:30—7:30 PMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Crochet For Beginners: New Year New Hobby
New Year, a new hobby! Do you want to learn to crochet but have no idea where to start? Join us on January 18th at 6:30 pm to get started on crochet! We'll go over how to chain stitch, slip knot, single crochet, and terminology. No experience is necessary, and we will provide the materials.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 187:00—7:45 PMChildren's DepartmentHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Gracie the Therapy Dog
Drop by to practice reading aloud to Gracie, our therapy dog!
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Thursday, January 1910:00—11:00 AMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Parent-Child Playgroup
Join us for Parent-Child Playgroup, cohosted with the Hopkinton YMCA (Project ABC). This event will include free play as well as a circle time with stories, songs, and rhymes! Registration is required starting 1 week prior to the event. No drop-ins please.
Thursday, January 192:00—3:00 PMZoom
Conversation Circles for Beginners-ZOOM
Conversation Circles will focus on learning basic English language skills. Learners will practice vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar in a fun, comfortable, laid back environment. Each class will use guided conversations and real life situations to build language confidence.…Learn More
Thursday, January 196:30—7:30 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
ELL for the Advanced Learner
ELL for the Advanced Learner will focus on creating greater fluency through casual conversation, focused discussion and cultural experiences. The atmosphere is relaxed and allows the learner to progress at his own comfort level. Our ELL Conversation Circles are filling up quickly.…Learn More
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Friday, January 20All DayChildren's DepartmentHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Preschool “Take & Make” (leftover craft from this week’s Storytime)
Sometimes we have leftover crafts from the Preschool Storytime we run on Wednesdays. .. and we want to share the fun! Each kit will include a picture of the craft, the title of the book read during storytime, and a song/rhyme. Directions will not be included (follow the picture).…Learn More
Friday, January 2010:00—11:00 AMZoom
Classical Music 101-ZOOM
Join music historian Amber Broderick for an 8-week introduction to the world of classical music, designed for general listeners and newcomers.
Friday, January 2011:00 AM—12:00 PMZoom
ELL for the Advanced Learner-ZOOM
ELL for the Advanced Learner will focus on creating greater fluency through casual conversation, focused discussion and cultural experiences. The atmosphere is relaxed and allows the learner to progress at his own comfort level.
This class is a hybrid.…Learn More
Friday, January 2011:00 AM—12:00 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
ELL for the Advanced Learner
ELL for the Advanced Learner will focus on creating greater fluency through casual conversation, focused discussion and cultural experiences. The atmosphere is relaxed and allows the learner to progress at his own comfort level.
This class is a hybrid.…Learn More
Friday, January 203:00—4:00 PMOff Site - See Event Description for Location
Library Visit to Golden Pond
Adult Services Librarian Danielle Cook visits Golden Pond to provide services to Hopkinton Seniors. Please contact Danielle Cook at dcook@hopkintonma. gov for more information.
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Saturday, January 219:00 AM—3:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Drop-in Family Activities
Drop by the Children's Department programming room for some family activities (i. e. chess, board games, blocks, coloring, etc).
Saturday, January 2111:30 AM—12:30 PMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Common Foot Conditions for Diabetics and How to Treat Them
In this presentation, learn how to take care of your feet if you have diabetes or have a loved one with diabetes.
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Sunday, January 22Closed
Hopkinton Public Library
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Monday, January 23All DayMain Floor Circulation AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Adult Take & Make: Paper cutout rabbits
Adults are invited to pick up a packet with rabbit designs based on traditional Chinese New Year paper cut crafts. The packet also includes some introductory information about the history of paper cut designs in Chinese culture and Chinese or Lunar New Year.…Learn More
Monday, January 237:00—8:30 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Board of Library Trustees - CANCELED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
Monthly meeting of the Board of Library Trustees. Visit Town Calendar for the agenda.
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Monday, January 23All DayMain Floor Circulation AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Adult Take & Make: Paper cutout rabbits
Adults are invited to pick up a packet with rabbit designs based on traditional Chinese New Year paper cut crafts. The packet also includes some introductory information about the history of paper cut designs in Chinese culture and Chinese or Lunar New Year.…Learn More
Tuesday, January 2412:00—6:00 PMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Overflow Study Space
Use this room for overflow study space! Food is allowed, please clean up after you finish.
Tuesday, January 243:00—4:00 PMTeen RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
CANCELED - Rebel the Therapy Dog
Join Rebel the Theraypy Dog for some stress reduction.
Tuesday, January 244:00—4:45 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Chess club (recommended for ages 6-12)
Stop by to play chess and to get tips and tricks! Recommended for ages 6-12.
Tuesday, January 246:30—7:30 PMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Correctional: Author talk with Dr. Ravi Shankar
An American Poet in Prison: Pushcart prize winning poet and Tufts professor Dr. Ravi Shankar discusses his experience with the American criminal justice system and his memoir "Correctional" called "the work of an absolutely brilliant writer" by the Sydney Review of Books and named a finalist for the 2022 Connecticut Book Awards.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 247:00—8:00 PMZoom - Via Another Library
VIRTUAL: Hopepunk with Writers Renan Bernardo, Brianna Castagnozzi, Susan Kaye Quinn, and T. K. Rex
Do you wish you felt more hopeful about the state of our world? Then you'll want to hear from Renan Bernardo, Brianna Castagnozzi, Susan Kaye Quinn, and T. K. Rex—they're writing hopepunk stories that challenge us to look up from our doomscrolling and envision a future filled with defiant optimism!
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Monday, January 23All DayMain Floor Circulation AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Adult Take & Make: Paper cutout rabbits
Adults are invited to pick up a packet with rabbit designs based on traditional Chinese New Year paper cut crafts. The packet also includes some introductory information about the history of paper cut designs in Chinese culture and Chinese or Lunar New Year.…Learn More
Wednesday, January 2510:00—11:30 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Drop-in Playtime! (rec ages 0-6)
Although there aren't any storytimes this week, the storytime room will be open with toys, activities, and a craft (recommended for ages 0-6). A great opportunity to socialize with other kids and caregivers! Stop by anytime between 10am-11:30am! NO REGISTRATION…Learn More
Wednesday, January 2511:30 AM—3:30 PMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Overflow Study Space
Use this room for overflow study space! Food is allowed, please clean up after you finish.
Wednesday, January 256:00—8:00 PMZoom - Via Another Library
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Create Your "Career Story" Pitch
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Create Your "Career Story" PitchThe Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, from 6pm to 8pm, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 257:00—8:00 PMZoom - Via Another Library
VIRTUAL: The Ransomware Hunting Team: A Band of Misfits' Crusade to Save the World from Cybercrime
Join authors Pulitzer Prize finalist Renee Dudley and local Pulitzer Prize winner Daniel Golden as they discuss their latest book, The Ransomware Hunting Team. Urgent, uplifting, and entertaining, Renee Dudley and Daniel Golden’s The Ransomware Hunting Team is a real-life technological thriller that illuminates a dangerous new era of cybercrime.
Wednesday, January 257:00—7:45 PMChildren's DepartmentHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Read to a Therapy Dog
Drop by to practice reading aloud to one of our therapy dogs, Gracie and Hula!
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Monday, January 23All DayMain Floor Circulation AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Adult Take & Make: Paper cutout rabbits
Adults are invited to pick up a packet with rabbit designs based on traditional Chinese New Year paper cut crafts. The packet also includes some introductory information about the history of paper cut designs in Chinese culture and Chinese or Lunar New Year.…Learn More
Thursday, January 2610:00—11:00 AMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Parent-Child Playgroup
Join us for Parent-Child Playgroup, cohosted with the Hopkinton YMCA (Project ABC). This event will include free play as well as a circle time with stories, songs, and rhymes! Registration is required starting 1 week prior to the event. No drop-ins please.
Thursday, January 2612:30—7:00 PMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Overflow Study Space
Use this room for overflow study space! Food is allowed, please clean up after you finish.
Thursday, January 262:00—3:00 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Conversation Circles for Beginners
Conversation Circles will focus on learning basic English language skills. Learners will practice vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar in a fun, comfortable, laid back environment. Each class will use guided conversations and real life situations to build language confidence.…Learn More
Thursday, January 266:30—7:30 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
ELL for the Advanced Learner
ELL for the Advanced Learner will focus on creating greater fluency through casual conversation, focused discussion and cultural experiences. The atmosphere is relaxed and allows the learner to progress at his own comfort level. Our ELL Conversation Circles are filling up quickly.…Learn More
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Monday, January 23All DayMain Floor Circulation AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Adult Take & Make: Paper cutout rabbits
Adults are invited to pick up a packet with rabbit designs based on traditional Chinese New Year paper cut crafts. The packet also includes some introductory information about the history of paper cut designs in Chinese culture and Chinese or Lunar New Year.…Learn More
Friday, January 2710:00—11:00 AMZoom
Classical Music 101-ZOOM
Join music historian Amber Broderick for an 8-week introduction to the world of classical music, designed for general listeners and newcomers.
Friday, January 2711:00 AM—12:00 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
ELL for the Advanced Learner
ELL for the Advanced Learner will focus on creating greater fluency through casual conversation, focused discussion and cultural experiences. The atmosphere is relaxed and allows the learner to progress at his own comfort level.
This class is a hybrid.…Learn More
Friday, January 271:00—4:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Tabletop Games & Activities
Hopkinton Elementary Schools have a 1/2 day! Drop by the children's programming room to play some table-top games with friends and family (e. g. chess, Guess Who, scrabble, etc. ).
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Saturday, January 289:00 AM—3:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Drop-in Family Activities
Drop by the Children's Department programming room for some family activities (i. e. chess, board games, blocks, coloring, etc).
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Sunday, January 29Closed
Hopkinton Public Library
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Monday, January 305:30—6:30 PMClassroomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Hopkinton Upper Charles Trail Committee.
Meeting of the Hopkinton Upper Charles Trail Committee.
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Tuesday, January 3111:00—11:45 AMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Monthly Music & Movement (recommended ages 0-5)
Join us for a children's concert (recommended aged 0-5) with performer Stacey Peasley!
Tuesday, January 313:00—4:00 PMTeen RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
CANCELED - Rebel the Therapy Dog
Join Rebel the Theraypy Dog for some stress reduction.
Tuesday, January 314:00—4:45 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Lego Club (ages 5+)
Build a creation out of legos which will be displayed in the children's departmen. Ages 5+.