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Monday, April 14:00—5:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
CANCELED - Chess Club (recom. ages 6-12)
Stop by to play chess and to get tips and tricks! Recommended for ages 6-12.
Monday, April 15:30—7:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Craft Lab (recom. ages 6-12)
Drop by to craft, create, and make. This hands on, artistic exploration program is intended for ages 6+ and is self guided. We will provide the materials, you bring the imagination!
Monday, April 16:30—7:30 PMClassroomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
¡Español Ahora! - Spanish Conversation Group
If learning Spanish is on your bucket list, here is your chance. This is Spanish for right now, as you travel to the airport, as you cook paella, order in a restaurant or meet new friends.
Informal conversation will be used to build vocabulary, learn common phrases and practice conversational Spanish in a user friendly environment.…Learn More
Monday, April 17:00—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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Tuesday, April 210:00—10:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Baby-Toddler Storytime (recommended for ages 0-3) [SENSORY-FRIENDLY]
Join Ms. C for a storytime that includes stories, songs, and rhymes. .. and maybe even some bubbles (recommended ages 0-3)! This storytime always starts with play/social time for children and their caregivers!
NOTE: All storytimes include "sensory friendly" practices (e.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 210:45—11:30 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Baby-Toddler Storytime (recommended for ages 0-3)
Join Ms. C for a storytime that includes stories, songs, and rhymes. .. and maybe even some bubbles (recommended ages 0-3)! This storytime always starts with play/social time for children and their caregivers!
NOTE: All storytimes include "sensory friendly" practices (e.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 24:15—5:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Alphabits (recom. ages 3-6)
A storytime that supports foundational reading skills such as letter recognition and sound-symbol correspondence. Learning is supported through group discussion and play-based activities. Recommended for ages 3-6. Registration opens 1 week prior to the event.
Tuesday, April 25:30—6:30 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Chess Club (recom. ages 6-12)
Stop by to play chess and to get tips and tricks! Recommended for ages 6-12.
Tuesday, April 26:00—7:30 PMClassroomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Scrabble Club and Mahjong Club
Join us for Scrabble Club and Mahjong Club, where we play Scrabble and Mahjong! We'll provide Scrabble sets, but we don't have a Mahjong set at this time. Please bring you own set if you can! No registration is required.
Tuesday, April 26:30—7:30 PMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
A Visit with Isabella Stewart Gardner
Join us as character reenactor Jessa Piaia presents a dramatic portrayal of Isabella Stewart Gardner.3
Wednesday, April 39:30—11:30 AMZoom
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Cover Letters & Using AI In The Job Search
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.
Wednesday, April 310:00 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, April 310:00—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 that includes stories, songs, and rhymes. .. and maybe even some bubbles (recommended ages 0-3)! This storytime always starts with play/social time for children and their caregivers!
NOTE: All storytimes include "sensory friendly" practices (e.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 311:00—11:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Alphabits (recom. ages 3-6)
A storytime that supports foundational reading skills such as letter recognition and sound-symbol correspondence. Learning is supported through group discussion and play-based activities. Recommended for ages 3-6. Registration opens 1 week prior to the event.
Wednesday, April 33:30—4:45 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Afternoon Activities: Yarn Butterflies (recommended for ages 5+)
Drop in to the Children’s Programming Room on Wednesday afternoons between 3:30-4:45PM for a new activity each week.
This week children will learn how to make colorful yarn butterflies!
Recommended for ages 5+.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 35:30—7:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Craft Lab (recom. ages 6-12)
Drop by to craft, create, and make. This hands on, artistic exploration program is intended for ages 6+ and is self guided. We will provide the materials, you bring the imagination!…Learn More
Wednesday, April 36:00—8:00 PMTeen RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Dungeons and Dragons Group (Suggested Ages 10+)
Join Nate, Hopkinton's resident Dungeon Master for HPL's weekly Dungeons and Dragons Group. Players will test their skills and wills through challenging and fun campaigns and character development. Upper elementary students, teens, tweens, and new adults are welcome to join us for a night of role playing fun.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 36:30—7:30 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
English Language Circles
English Language Learners Conversation Circles are for people at all levels, whether just getting started or refining skills and vocabulary. Please register at https://forms. gle/VmdRxxUQZRosGGwW9 to be placed with a group.
Wednesday, April 36:30—7:45 PMClassroomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Friends of 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, April 37:00—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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Thursday, April 49:00—10:00 AMOff Site - See Event Description for Location
Ms. C visits local preschool
Our Youth Services Supervisor, Ms. C, will visit a local preschool to be a community reader! If you'd like to Ms. C to visit your organization, contact her here!
Thursday, April 410:00—11:00 AMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
CANCELED - Parent-Child Playgroup (recommended for ages 0-5)
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.
Thursday, April 41:00—2:15 PMOff Site - See Event Description for Location
Our Time Memory Cafe at Senior Center
Sponsored by Hopkinton Senior Services and the Hopkinton Public Library, Our Time Memory Cafe’ invites those with forgetfulness, mild cognitive impairment, or dementia and their care partner, family and friends to attend. Our Time Memory Cafe’ takes place on the first Thursday of each month from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm.…Learn MoreThursday, April 44:00—4:45 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Lego & Pokémon Club
Children can play and create at Lego & Pokémon Club! Build a creation out of Legos or Duplo blocks. Creations will be displayed in the children's department for a few days. Do you play Pokémon? Looking for someone to play with, trade cards, and chat about all that is Pokémon? This club is for you! Bring your Pokémon cards if you have some.…Learn MoreThursday, April 44:00—5:00 PMMain Floor Community Area (Outside of the YA Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Pokémon Club - After school free play (ages 9+)
Do you play Pokémon? Looking for someone to play with, trade cards, and chat about all that is Pokémon? You've found you place! Join us at the HPL for after school Pokémon club. This club is a peer directed event that will be held in the main floor community area outside of the YA room, 4:00 pm.…Learn MoreThursday, April 46:30—7:30 PMClassroomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
English Language Circles
English Language Learners Conversation Circles are for people at all levels, whether just getting started or refining skills and vocabulary. To be placed with a group, fill out this Google form:https://forms. gle/VmdRxxUQZRosGGwW9 The English Language Circles are brought to you by the Friends of the Hopkinton Public Library.…Learn More
Thursday, April 46:30—7:45 PMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Ellsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Embracing All Kinds of Minds - A Community Conversation on Neurodiversity
Join us for Embracing All Kinds of Minds, an introduction to Neurodiversity, Autism, and Creating Inclusive Spaces. This talk will be presented by Hopkinton resident and Autism Specialist and Educator, Betsy K. Johnson, M. Ed.
Betsy will give an overview of neurodiversity, explore the social model of disability, and how we can, as a community, embrace neurodivergent individuals in a way that makes us a kinder and more inclusive community.…Learn More5
Friday, April 59:00—10:00 AMOff Site - See Event Description for Location
Ms. C visits local preschool
Our Youth Services Supervisor, Ms. C, will visit a local preschool to be a community reader! If you'd like to Ms. C to visit your organization, contact her here!
Friday, April 59:15—10:00 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Babytime (recommended for ages 0-18 mos.)
This baby lapsit storytime encourages early literacy and caregiver-child interactions with lively songs and rhymes, gentle tickles, bounces, and body-awareness. This storytime will begin with play/social time for babies and their caregivers!Recommended for babies birth to 18 months.
Friday, April 59:15—10:00 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Babytime (recommended for ages 0-18 mos.)
This baby lapsit storytime encourages early literacy and caregiver-child interactions with lively songs and rhymes, gentle tickles, bounces, and body-awareness. This storytime will begin with play/social time for babies and their caregivers!Recommended for babies birth to 18 months.
Friday, April 510:00—11:00 AMZoom
English Language Circles on Zoom
English Language Learners Conversation Circles are for people at all levels, whether just getting started or refining skills and vocabulary. Please register at https://forms. gle/VmdRxxUQZRosGGwW9 to be placed with a group.
Friday, April 510:30—11:30 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Little Explorers (recommended for ages 2-5)
Join us for hands-on learning for curious little kids. Each week children will explore a new concept through a variety of fun activities and have a chance to discover and experiment at their own pace. Recommended for ages 2-5. Registration required starting 1 week before the event.…Learn More
Friday, April 53:15—4:15 PMTeen RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
CANCELED - SAT Study, Practice and Strategy Session
Looking for help preparing for the SAT? Join us for peer-led, drop-in study sessions to help you achieve your best score. Drop in on Friday = in the Hopkinton Public Library's Teen Room from 3:15 - 4:15. There is no need to register, but please feel free to do so if you would like to receive a calendar reminder.…Learn More
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Saturday, April 612:30—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
Coffee House - Flamenco Boston
We are excited to announce a new series of Coffee House programs, presented in collaboration with the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation. The series will feature a range of cultural and artistic performances at the Library.
For our first Coffee House, the Strong Room will come alive with Flamenco Boston's music and dancing.…Learn MoreSaturday, April 63:00—3:30 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Family Storytime (recommended for ages 0-5)
Kids and their caregivers are invited to join for an interactive storytime full of songs, movement, books, fingerplays, and more! Recommended for ages 0-5. Registration required starting 1 week before the event.…Learn More
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Sunday, April 7Closed
Hopkinton Public Library
Sunday, April 7All DayStory Walk (behind library)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
April StoryWalk
Stop by the library to visit our outdoor April StoryWalk! The StoryWalk is located on the back-wall of the library (adjacent to the parking lot) and can be accessed any time of day. The featured story is: "Penguin Cha-Cha" by Valiant. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn More
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Monday, April 84:00—5:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
CANCELED - Chess Club (recom. ages 6-12)
Stop by to play chess and to get tips and tricks! Recommended for ages 6-12.
Monday, April 85:30—7:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Craft Lab (recom. ages 6-12)
Drop by to craft, create, and make. This hands on, artistic exploration program is intended for ages 6+ and is self guided. We will provide the materials, you bring the imagination!
Monday, April 86:30—7:30 PMClassroomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
¡Español Ahora! - Spanish Conversation Group
If learning Spanish is on your bucket list, here is your chance. This is Spanish for right now, as you travel to the airport, as you cook paella, order in a restaurant or meet new friends.
Informal conversation will be used to build vocabulary, learn common phrases and practice conversational Spanish in a user friendly environment.…Learn More
Monday, April 87:00—8:30 PMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Google Meet
Board of Library Trustees
Joint meeting of the Board of Library Trustees, Foundation & Friends. Visit Town Calendar for the agenda.
Monday, April 87:00—8:30 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Board of Library Trustees Joint Meeting
Joint Meeting of the Board of Library Trustees, the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation, and the Friends of Hopkinton Public Library
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Tuesday, April 910:00—10:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Baby-Toddler Storytime (recommended for ages 0-3) [SENSORY-FRIENDLY]
Join Ms. C for a storytime that includes stories, songs, and rhymes. .. and maybe even some bubbles (recommended ages 0-3)! This storytime always starts with play/social time for children and their caregivers!
NOTE: All storytimes include "sensory friendly" practices (e.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 910:45—11:30 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Baby-Toddler Storytime (recommended for ages 0-3)
Join Ms. C for a storytime that includes stories, songs, and rhymes. .. and maybe even some bubbles (recommended ages 0-3)! This storytime always starts with play/social time for children and their caregivers!
NOTE: All storytimes include "sensory friendly" practices (e.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 92:00—3:30 PMZoom
VIRTUAL - From Murder to Atonement–Confronting My Son’s Killer with Diane Foley & Colum McCann
Join us for a one-of-a-kind conversation with National Book Award-winner Colum McCann as he is joined by Diane Foley, the inspiration behind the heartrending book American Mother.
Register here. American Mother is the story of a mother who, in the course of confronting her son’s killer, gets to the elemental heart of violence and forgiveness.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 94:15—5:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Alphabits (recom. ages 3-6)
A storytime that supports foundational reading skills such as letter recognition and sound-symbol correspondence. Learning is supported through group discussion and play-based activities. Recommended for ages 3-6. Registration opens 1 week prior to the event.
Tuesday, April 94:15—5:00 PMChildren's DepartmentHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
CANCELED - 3rd, 4th, 5th Grade Book Club
3rd, 4th, and 5th graders are invited to join Ms. Carly to discuss books. There is no assigned book to read! Each meeting kids can share about a book they have read or are currently reading. We will talk about our favorite genres and kids will hear what other kids are reading.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 95:30—6:30 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Narcan Training and Community Harm Reduction with the Hopkinton Health Department
Narcan is the brand name of the generic Naloxone and is a life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids. This free Narcan training will provide participants with a brief training on how to recognize an opioid overdose, when and how to use Narcan, and a free kit to take home.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 95:30—6:30 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Chess Club (recom. ages 6-12)
Stop by to play chess and to get tips and tricks! Recommended for ages 6-12.
Tuesday, April 96:00—7:00 PMLower Level Reading AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Read In Peace: the Silent Book Club
Would you just *kill* for some quiet reading time? Join us for Read In Peace, our Silent Book Club! Read whatever you want without interruptions. Bring your own book, or pick out a book on your way in. Then, join us on the lower level for some uninterrupted literary enjoyment.…Learn More
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Wednesday, April 1010:00—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 that includes stories, songs, and rhymes. .. and maybe even some bubbles (recommended ages 0-3)! This storytime always starts with play/social time for children and their caregivers!
NOTE: All storytimes include "sensory friendly" practices (e.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 1011:00—11:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Alphabits (recom. ages 3-6)
A storytime that supports foundational reading skills such as letter recognition and sound-symbol correspondence. Learning is supported through group discussion and play-based activities. Recommended for ages 3-6. Registration opens 1 week prior to the event.
Wednesday, April 103:30—4:45 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Afternoon Activities: Upcycled Crafts (recommended for ages 5+)
Drop in to the Children’s Programming Room on Wednesday afternoons between 3:30-4:45PM for a new activity each week.
April is Earth Month! Join us this week to make some upcycled crafts and learn about taking care of our planet.
Recommended for ages 5+.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 105:30—7:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Craft Lab (recom. ages 6-12)
Drop by to craft, create, and make. This hands on, artistic exploration program is intended for ages 6+ and is self guided. We will provide the materials, you bring the imagination!…Learn More
Wednesday, April 106:00—8:00 PMTeen RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
CANCELED - Dungeons and Dragons Group (Suggested Ages 10+)
Join Nate, Hopkinton's resident Dungeon Master for HPL's weekly Dungeons and Dragons Group. Players will test their skills and wills through challenging and fun campaigns and character development. Upper elementary students, teens, tweens, and new adults are welcome to join us for a night of role playing fun.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 106:30—7:30 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
English Language Circles
English Language Learners Conversation Circles are for people at all levels, whether just getting started or refining skills and vocabulary. Please register at https://forms. gle/VmdRxxUQZRosGGwW9 to be placed with a group.
Wednesday, April 106:30—7:45 PMClassroomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Boston Marathon Traditions and Lore - an evening with bestselling author Paul Clerici
Join bestselling author Paul Clerici at the Hopkinton Public Library as he shares stories about the iconic Boston Marathon. He has written extensively on the race in the "Boston Marathon History by the Mile," "Images of Modern America: The Boston Marathon," and newly released "Boston Marathon Traditions and Lore" books.Wednesday, April 107:00—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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Thursday, April 1110:00—11:00 AMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Parent-Child Playgroup (recommended for ages 0-5)
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.
Thursday, April 114:00—4:45 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Lego & Pokémon Club
Children can play and create at Lego & Pokémon Club! Build a creation out of Legos or Duplo blocks. Creations will be displayed in the children's department for a few days. Do you play Pokémon? Looking for someone to play with, trade cards, and chat about all that is Pokémon? This club is for you! Bring your Pokémon cards if you have some.…Learn MoreThursday, April 114:00—5:00 PMMain Floor Community Area (Outside of the YA Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Pokémon Club - After school free play (ages 9+)
Do you play Pokémon? Looking for someone to play with, trade cards, and chat about all that is Pokémon? You've found you place! Join us at the HPL for after school Pokémon club. This club is a peer directed event that will be held in the main floor community area outside of the YA room, 4:00 pm.…Learn MoreThursday, April 116:30—7:30 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
English Language Circles
English Language Learners Conversation Circles are for people at all levels, whether just getting started or refining skills and vocabulary. To be placed with a group, fill out this Google form:https://forms. gle/VmdRxxUQZRosGGwW9 The English Language Circles are brought to you by the Friends of the Hopkinton Public Library.…Learn More
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Friday, April 129:15—10:00 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Babytime (recommended for ages 0-18 mos.)
This baby lapsit storytime encourages early literacy and caregiver-child interactions with lively songs and rhymes, gentle tickles, bounces, and body-awareness. This storytime will begin with play/social time for babies and their caregivers!Recommended for babies birth to 18 months.
Friday, April 129:15—10:00 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Babytime (recommended for ages 0-18 mos.)
This baby lapsit storytime encourages early literacy and caregiver-child interactions with lively songs and rhymes, gentle tickles, bounces, and body-awareness. This storytime will begin with play/social time for babies and their caregivers!Recommended for babies birth to 18 months.
Friday, April 1210:00—11:00 AMZoom
English Language Circles
English Language Learners Conversation Circles are for people at all levels, whether just getting started or refining skills and vocabulary. Please register at https://forms. gle/VmdRxxUQZRosGGwW9 to be placed with a group.
Friday, April 1210:30—11:15 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Little Explorers (recommended for ages 2-5)
Join us for hands-on learning for curious little kids. Each week children will explore a new concept through a variety of fun activities and have a chance to discover and experiment at their own pace. Recommended for ages 2-5. Registration required starting 1 week before the event.…Learn More
Friday, April 123:15—4:15 PMTeen RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
SAT Study, Practice and Strategy Session
Looking for help preparing for the SAT? Join us for peer-led, drop-in study sessions to help you achieve your best score. Drop in on Friday = in the Hopkinton Public Library's Teen Room from 3:15 - 4:15. There is no need to register, but please feel free to do so if you would like to receive a calendar reminder.…Learn More
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Saturday, April 13Closed
Hopkinton Public Library
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Sunday, April 14Closed
Hopkinton Public Library
Sunday, April 14All DayStory Walk (behind library)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
April StoryWalk
Stop by the library to visit our outdoor April StoryWalk! The StoryWalk is located on the back-wall of the library (adjacent to the parking lot) and can be accessed any time of day. The featured story is: "Penguin Cha-Cha" by Valiant. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn More
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Monday, April 15Closed
Hopkinton Public Library
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Tuesday, April 16All DayMain Floor Circulation AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Adult Take & Make: Seed Starting Kit
Adults are invited to pick up a seed starting kit, which includes a 10 cell seed starting tray, potting soil and a variety of seeds from our brand new Seed Library!
Thanks to The Friends of the Hopkinton Library, The Hopkinton Garden Club and Weston Nurseries for the support of this craft.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 1610:00—10:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Baby-Toddler Storytime (recommended for ages 0-3)
Join Ms. C for a storytime that includes stories, songs, and rhymes. .. and maybe even some bubbles (recommended ages 0-3)! This storytime always starts with play/social time for children and their caregivers!
NOTE: All storytimes include "sensory friendly" practices (e.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 1610:45—11:30 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Baby-Toddler Storytime (recommended for ages 0-3) [SENSORY-FRIENDLY]
Join Ms. C for a storytime that includes stories, songs, and rhymes. .. and maybe even some bubbles (recommended ages 0-3)! This storytime always starts with play/social time for children and their caregivers!
NOTE: All storytimes include "sensory friendly" practices (e.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 163:00—3:45 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
World Cultural Interactive Dance Story Time: Irish Step (recommended for grades 1-5)
Join us for Irish Step Story Time! This program will be led by Girl Scout Cadette Troop 62495 as they present their Silver Award project, World Cultural Interactive Dance Story Time. Over the course of three events held in partnership with the Hopkinton Public Library, the troop will bring the world of Ballet, Bollywood and Irish Step dancing to the youth of Hopkinton.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 164:15—5:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Alphabits (recom. ages 3-6)
A storytime that supports foundational reading skills such as letter recognition and sound-symbol correspondence. Learning is supported through group discussion and play-based activities. Recommended for ages 3-6. Registration opens 1 week prior to the event.
Tuesday, April 164:15—5:00 PMChildren's DepartmentHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
3rd, 4th, 5th Grade Book Club
3rd, 4th, and 5th graders are invited to join Ms. Carly to discuss books. There is no assigned book to read! Each meeting kids can share about a book they have read or are currently reading. We will talk about our favorite genres and kids will hear what other kids are reading.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 165:30—6:30 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Chess Club (recom. ages 6-12)
Stop by to play chess and to get tips and tricks! Recommended for ages 6-12.
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Tuesday, April 16All DayMain Floor Circulation AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Adult Take & Make: Seed Starting Kit
Adults are invited to pick up a seed starting kit, which includes a 10 cell seed starting tray, potting soil and a variety of seeds from our brand new Seed Library!
Thanks to The Friends of the Hopkinton Library, The Hopkinton Garden Club and Weston Nurseries for the support of this craft.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 179:30—11:30 AMZoom
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- 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.
Wednesday, April 1710:00 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, April 1710:30—11:15 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 ages 0-5) with the Toe Jam Puppet Band! Music & Movement is generously supported by the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation.
Wednesday, April 1712:30—2:00 PMClassroomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Google Meet
Chat 'n' Chew Book Group
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, April 1712:30—1:45 PMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Watercolor for Relaxation
Experiment with watercolor as Jak takes you on a relaxation journey through art. Jak will provide the materials and instruction to just relax and let the stress melt away as the paint flows onto the page. We will be using washable watercolors, but will be using permanent marker, so be aware that those markers will stain.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 172:00—2:45 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Teen RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Zoom
Artist Studio: Learning to Draw with Corinne Roberts (ages 6-18)
Learn to draw with artist Corinne Roberts. The artist will guide participants through several drawings during this session. Recommended for ages 6-18! Participants may attend in-person at the library (teen and children's department) OR via zoom!"Using basic shapes, line techniques and shading, learn to create imaginative characters, creatures and scenery.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 173:00—3:45 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
World Cultural Interactive Dance Story Time: Bollywood (recommended for grades 1-5)
Join us for Bollywood Story Time! This program will be led by Girl Scout Cadette Troop 62495 as they present their Silver Award project, World Cultural Interactive Dance Story Time. Over the course of three events held in partnership with the Hopkinton Public Library, the troop will bring the world of Ballet, Bollywood and Irish Step dancing to the youth of Hopkinton.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 175:30—7:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Craft Lab (recom. ages 6-12)
Drop by to craft, create, and make. This hands on, artistic exploration program is intended for ages 6+ and is self guided. We will provide the materials, you bring the imagination!…Learn More
Wednesday, April 176:00—8:00 PMTeen RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
CANCELED - Dungeons and Dragons Group (Suggested Ages 10+)
Join Nate, Hopkinton's resident Dungeon Master for HPL's weekly Dungeons and Dragons Group. Players will test their skills and wills through challenging and fun campaigns and character development. Upper elementary students, teens, tweens, and new adults are welcome to join us for a night of role playing fun.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 176:30—7:30 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
English Language Circles
English Language Learners Conversation Circles are for people at all levels, whether just getting started or refining skills and vocabulary. Please register at https://forms. gle/VmdRxxUQZRosGGwW9 to be placed with a group.
Wednesday, April 177:00—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!
Wednesday, April 178:00—9:30 PMZoom
VIRTUAL - A Literary Examination of Power, Love, and Art with Xochitl Gonzalez
We cannot wait for you to join us as we chat with award-winning and bestselling author Xochitl Gonzalez about her newest novel Anita de Monte Laughs Last.
Register here.
Anita de Monte Laughs Last is a propulsive, witty examination of power, love, and art, daring to ask who gets to be remembered and who is left behind in the rarefied world of the elite.…Learn More18
Tuesday, April 16All DayMain Floor Circulation AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Adult Take & Make: Seed Starting Kit
Adults are invited to pick up a seed starting kit, which includes a 10 cell seed starting tray, potting soil and a variety of seeds from our brand new Seed Library!
Thanks to The Friends of the Hopkinton Library, The Hopkinton Garden Club and Weston Nurseries for the support of this craft.…Learn More
Thursday, April 1810:00—11:00 AMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Parent-Child Playgroup (recommended for ages 0-5)
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.
Thursday, April 182:00—3:00 PMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Embryology: Learn how chickens develop in the egg (all ages)
Help us welcome our chicks this spring by learning about their development process. Jak, our assistant director, will take us through the basics of egg development and chicken embryology. She will then "candle" our eggs one week into their development process to show the group the growing chicks inside.…Learn MoreThursday, April 184:00—4:45 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Lego & Pokémon Club
Children can play and create at Lego & Pokémon Club! Build a creation out of Legos or Duplo blocks. Creations will be displayed in the children's department for a few days. Do you play Pokémon? Looking for someone to play with, trade cards, and chat about all that is Pokémon? This club is for you! Bring your Pokémon cards if you have some.…Learn MoreThursday, April 184:00—5:00 PMMain Floor Community Area (Outside of the YA Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Pokémon Club - After school free play (ages 9+)
Do you play Pokémon? Looking for someone to play with, trade cards, and chat about all that is Pokémon? You've found you place! Join us at the HPL for after school Pokémon club. This club is a peer directed event that will be held in the main floor community area outside of the YA room, 4:00 pm.…Learn MoreThursday, April 186:00—7:15 PMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Sourdough Starter Workshop with Sourdough Brandon
Learn how to make, maintain, and store a sourdough starter from an expert sourdough baker and food blogger. You'll even leave with some free sourdough starter!Thursday, April 186:30—7:30 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
English Language Circles
English Language Learners Conversation Circles are for people at all levels, whether just getting started or refining skills and vocabulary. To be placed with a group, fill out this Google form:https://forms. gle/VmdRxxUQZRosGGwW9 The English Language Circles are brought to you by the Friends of the Hopkinton Public Library.…Learn More
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Tuesday, April 16All DayMain Floor Circulation AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Adult Take & Make: Seed Starting Kit
Adults are invited to pick up a seed starting kit, which includes a 10 cell seed starting tray, potting soil and a variety of seeds from our brand new Seed Library!
Thanks to The Friends of the Hopkinton Library, The Hopkinton Garden Club and Weston Nurseries for the support of this craft.…Learn More
Friday, April 199:15—10:00 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Babytime (recommended for ages 0-18 mos.)
This baby lapsit storytime encourages early literacy and caregiver-child interactions with lively songs and rhymes, gentle tickles, bounces, and body-awareness. This storytime will begin with play/social time for babies and their caregivers!Recommended for babies birth to 18 months.
Friday, April 199:15—10:00 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Babytime (recommended for ages 0-18 mos.)
This baby lapsit storytime encourages early literacy and caregiver-child interactions with lively songs and rhymes, gentle tickles, bounces, and body-awareness. This storytime will begin with play/social time for babies and their caregivers!Recommended for babies birth to 18 months.
Friday, April 1910:00—11:00 AMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
English Language Circles
English Language Learners Conversation Circles are for people at all levels, whether just getting started or refining skills and vocabulary. Please register at https://forms. gle/VmdRxxUQZRosGGwW9 to be placed with a group.
Friday, April 1910:30—11:15 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
World Cultural Interactive Dance Story Time: Ballet (recommended for ages 3-6)
Join us for Ballet Story Time! This program will be led by Girl Scout Cadette Troop 62495 as they present their Silver Award project, World Cultural Interactive Dance Story Time. Over the course of three events held in partnership with the Hopkinton Public Library, the troop will bring the world of Ballet, Bollywood and Irish Step dancing to the youth of Hopkinton.…Learn More
Friday, April 193:15—4:15 PMTeen RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
CANCELED - SAT Study, Practice and Strategy Session
Looking for help preparing for the SAT? Join us for peer-led, drop-in study sessions to help you achieve your best score. Drop in on Friday = in the Hopkinton Public Library's Teen Room from 3:15 - 4:15. There is no need to register, but please feel free to do so if you would like to receive a calendar reminder.…Learn More
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Saturday, April 202:00—4:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Student Led Chemistry Lab by Young Scientists Association (recommended ages grades 3-6)
Young Scientists of Hopkinton will be hosting a chemistry lab for kids in 3-6th grade. Students will learn about PH and other chemical properties and conduct experiments. This lab is led by high school student volunteers and is limited to 20 participants.…Learn More21
Sunday, April 21Closed
Hopkinton Public Library
Sunday, April 21All DayStory Walk (behind library)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
April StoryWalk
Stop by the library to visit our outdoor April StoryWalk! The StoryWalk is located on the back-wall of the library (adjacent to the parking lot) and can be accessed any time of day. The featured story is: "Penguin Cha-Cha" by Valiant. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn More
Sunday, April 211:00—3:00 PMOff Site - See Event Description for Location
Hopkinton Trails Club: Duck Pond Trail Walk
We'll explore the often-overlooked system of trails behind the Hopkinton State Park headquarters on the west side of Cedar Street. The main trail goes over to Duck Pond, off Saddle Hill Road, and other trails form loops we can follow. Expect moderate terrain and a walk of about 2 hours.…Learn More
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Monday, April 224:00—5:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
CANCELED - Chess Club (recom. ages 6-12)
Stop by to play chess and to get tips and tricks! Recommended for ages 6-12.
Monday, April 225:30—7:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Craft Lab (recom. ages 6-12)
Drop by to craft, create, and make. This hands on, artistic exploration program is intended for ages 6+ and is self guided. We will provide the materials, you bring the imagination!
Monday, April 226:30—7:30 PMClassroomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
¡Español Ahora! - Spanish Conversation Group
If learning Spanish is on your bucket list, here is your chance. This is Spanish for right now, as you travel to the airport, as you cook paella, order in a restaurant or meet new friends.
Informal conversation will be used to build vocabulary, learn common phrases and practice conversational Spanish in a user friendly environment.…Learn More
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Tuesday, April 2310:00—10:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Baby-Toddler Storytime (recommended for ages 0-3)
Join Ms. C for a storytime that includes stories, songs, and rhymes. .. and maybe even some bubbles (recommended ages 0-3)! This storytime always starts with play/social time for children and their caregivers!
NOTE: All storytimes include "sensory friendly" practices (e.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 2310:45—11:30 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Baby-Toddler Storytime (recommended for ages 0-3) [SENSORY-FRIENDLY]
Join Ms. C for a storytime that includes stories, songs, and rhymes. .. and maybe even some bubbles (recommended ages 0-3)! This storytime always starts with play/social time for children and their caregivers!
NOTE: All storytimes include "sensory friendly" practices (e.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 232:00—7:00 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, April 234:15—5:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Alphabits (recom. ages 3-6)
A storytime that supports foundational reading skills such as letter recognition and sound-symbol correspondence. Learning is supported through group discussion and play-based activities. Recommended for ages 3-6. Registration opens 1 week prior to the event.
Tuesday, April 234:15—5:00 PMChildren's DepartmentHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
3rd, 4th, 5th Grade Book Club
3rd, 4th, and 5th graders are invited to join Ms. Carly to discuss books. There is no assigned book to read! Each meeting kids can share about a book they have read or are currently reading. We will talk about our favorite genres and kids will hear what other kids are reading.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 235:30—6:30 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Chess Club (recom. ages 6-12)
Stop by to play chess and to get tips and tricks! Recommended for ages 6-12.
Tuesday, April 236:30—7:45 PMClassroomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Over the Rainbow Book Group
You are invited to join us for our Over the Rainbow Book Group which meets in the Ellsworth Room on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 6:30 pm to 7:45 unless otherwise noted. This Adult book group will explore works of both fiction and nonfiction written by LGBTQ+ authors or with LGBTQ+ themes.…Learn More24
Wednesday, April 2410:00—10:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Baby-Toddler Storytime (recommended for ages 0-3)
Join Ms. C for a storytime that includes stories, songs, and rhymes. .. and maybe even some bubbles (recommended ages 0-3)! This storytime always starts with play/social time for children and their caregivers!
NOTE: All storytimes include "sensory friendly" practices (e.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 2411:00—11:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Alphabits (recom. ages 3-6)
A storytime that supports foundational reading skills such as letter recognition and sound-symbol correspondence. Learning is supported through group discussion and play-based activities. Recommended for ages 3-6. Registration opens 1 week prior to the event.
Wednesday, April 243:30—4:45 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Afternoon Activities: Card Making (recommended for ages 5+)
Drop in to the Children’s Programming Room on Wednesday afternoons between 3:30-4:45PM for a new activity each week.
This week we are making cards Create a card for a special event, to give to a friend, or just for fun. Children will also learn tricks to make homemade cards really POP!,
Recommended for ages 5+.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 245:30—7:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Craft Lab (recom. ages 6-12)
Drop by to craft, create, and make. This hands on, artistic exploration program is intended for ages 6+ and is self guided. We will provide the materials, you bring the imagination!…Learn More
Wednesday, April 246:00—8:00 PMTeen RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Dungeons and Dragons Group (Suggested Ages 10+)
Join Nate, Hopkinton's resident Dungeon Master for HPL's weekly Dungeons and Dragons Group. Players will test their skills and wills through challenging and fun campaigns and character development. Upper elementary students, teens, tweens, and new adults are welcome to join us for a night of role playing fun.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 246:30—7:30 PMClassroomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
English Language Circles
English Language Learners Conversation Circles are for people at all levels, whether just getting started or refining skills and vocabulary. Please register at https://forms. gle/VmdRxxUQZRosGGwW9 to be placed with a group.
Wednesday, April 247:00—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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Thursday, April 2510:00—11:00 AMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Parent-Child Playgroup (recommended for ages 0-5)
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.
Thursday, April 254:00—4:45 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Lego & Pokémon Club
Children can play and create at Lego & Pokémon Club! Build a creation out of Legos or Duplo blocks. Creations will be displayed in the children's department for a few days. Do you play Pokémon? Looking for someone to play with, trade cards, and chat about all that is Pokémon? This club is for you! Bring your Pokémon cards if you have some.…Learn MoreThursday, April 254:00—5:00 PMMain Floor Community Area (Outside of the YA Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Pokémon Club - After school free play (ages 9+)
Do you play Pokémon? Looking for someone to play with, trade cards, and chat about all that is Pokémon? You've found you place! Join us at the HPL for after school Pokémon club. This club is a peer directed event that will be held in the main floor community area outside of the YA room, 4:00 pm.…Learn MoreThursday, April 255:30—6:30 PMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Coffee with Congressman McGovern
A chance for constituents to come and speak with the Congressman.
Thursday, April 256:30—7:30 PMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
English Language Circles
English Language Learners Conversation Circles are for people at all levels, whether just getting started or refining skills and vocabulary. To be placed with a group, fill out this Google form:https://forms. gle/VmdRxxUQZRosGGwW9 The English Language Circles are brought to you by the Friends of the Hopkinton Public Library.…Learn More
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Friday, April 269:15—10:00 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Babytime (recommended for ages 0-18 mos.)
This baby lapsit storytime encourages early literacy and caregiver-child interactions with lively songs and rhymes, gentle tickles, bounces, and body-awareness. This storytime will begin with play/social time for babies and their caregivers!Recommended for babies birth to 18 months.
Friday, April 269:15—10:00 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Babytime (recommended for ages 0-18 mos.)
This baby lapsit storytime encourages early literacy and caregiver-child interactions with lively songs and rhymes, gentle tickles, bounces, and body-awareness. This storytime will begin with play/social time for babies and their caregivers!Recommended for babies birth to 18 months.
Friday, April 2610:00—11:00 AMEllsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
English Language Circles
English Language Learners Conversation Circles are for people at all levels, whether just getting started or refining skills and vocabulary. Please register at https://forms. gle/VmdRxxUQZRosGGwW9 to be placed with a group.
Friday, April 2610:30—11:15 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Little Explorers (recommended for ages 2-5)
Join us for hands-on learning for curious little kids. Each week children will explore a new concept through a variety of fun activities and have a chance to discover and experiment at their own pace. Recommended for ages 2-5. Registration required starting 1 week before the event.…Learn More
Friday, April 263:15—4:15 PMTeen RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
SAT Study, Practice and Strategy Session
Looking for help preparing for the SAT? Join us for peer-led, drop-in study sessions to help you achieve your best score. Drop in on Friday = in the Hopkinton Public Library's Teen Room from 3:15 - 4:15. There is no need to register, but please feel free to do so if you would like to receive a calendar reminder.…Learn More
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Saturday, April 279:00 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, April 28Closed
Hopkinton Public Library
Sunday, April 28All DayStory Walk (behind library)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
April StoryWalk
Stop by the library to visit our outdoor April StoryWalk! The StoryWalk is located on the back-wall of the library (adjacent to the parking lot) and can be accessed any time of day. The featured story is: "Penguin Cha-Cha" by Valiant. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.…Learn More
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Monday, April 29All DayMain Floor Circulation AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Adult Take & Make: Bee Bath
Adults are invited to pick up a kit to make a bee bath! Bee's don't actually wash up in the bath, but it does provide a safe place for them to land and drink clean water. Bees are an important part of our ecosystem and support biodiversity and healthy wildlands.…Learn More
Monday, April 298:00—9:30 AMBetty Strong Room (Large Event Room)Hopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Ellsworth Conference RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Google Meet
An Introduction to Neurodiversity for Local Businesses
Join Hopkinton resident and neurodiversity consultant Betsy Johnson, M. Ed. for an introduction to neurodiversity and autism for local businesses and organizations! Betsy currently works as an autism specialist and educator, coaching neurodivergent adults in meeting their personal goals in areas of education, employment, independent living, executive functioning, self-determination and self efficacy.…Learn MoreMonday, April 294:00—5:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
CANCELED - Chess Club (recom. ages 6-12)
Stop by to play chess and to get tips and tricks! Recommended for ages 6-12.
Monday, April 295:30—7:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Craft Lab (recom. ages 6-12)
Drop by to craft, create, and make. This hands on, artistic exploration program is intended for ages 6+ and is self guided. We will provide the materials, you bring the imagination!
Monday, April 296:30—7:30 PMClassroomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
¡Español Ahora! - Spanish Conversation Group
If learning Spanish is on your bucket list, here is your chance. This is Spanish for right now, as you travel to the airport, as you cook paella, order in a restaurant or meet new friends.
Informal conversation will be used to build vocabulary, learn common phrases and practice conversational Spanish in a user friendly environment.…Learn More
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Monday, April 29All DayMain Floor Circulation AreaHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Adult Take & Make: Bee Bath
Adults are invited to pick up a kit to make a bee bath! Bee's don't actually wash up in the bath, but it does provide a safe place for them to land and drink clean water. Bees are an important part of our ecosystem and support biodiversity and healthy wildlands.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 3010:00—10:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Baby-Toddler Storytime (recommended for ages 0-3)
Join Ms. C for a storytime that includes stories, songs, and rhymes. .. and maybe even some bubbles (recommended ages 0-3)! This storytime always starts with play/social time for children and their caregivers!
NOTE: All storytimes include "sensory friendly" practices (e.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 3010:45—11:30 AMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Baby-Toddler Storytime (recommended for ages 0-3) [SENSORY-FRIENDLY]
Join Ms. C for a storytime that includes stories, songs, and rhymes. .. and maybe even some bubbles (recommended ages 0-3)! This storytime always starts with play/social time for children and their caregivers!
NOTE: All storytimes include "sensory friendly" practices (e.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 304:15—5:00 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Alphabits (recom. ages 3-6)
A storytime that supports foundational reading skills such as letter recognition and sound-symbol correspondence. Learning is supported through group discussion and play-based activities. Recommended for ages 3-6. Registration opens 1 week prior to the event.
Tuesday, April 305:30—6:30 PMChildren's Programming RoomHopkinton Public Library13 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA, 01748
Chess Club (recom. ages 6-12)
Stop by to play chess and to get tips and tricks! Recommended for ages 6-12.