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Adult & Meetings

  1. Intermediate iPad Class (Part 2 of 2)

    December 11, 2023, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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    Training Room

    Join Katy Mayo of South Shore Software Training for this two part intermediate iPad class. Participants will learn in depth features of the iPad's camera app, photo editing/sharing and how to link and share websites, photos and files. Participants will also be guided on deeper dive through their iPad's useful utility apps such as the Calendar and Notes App to fully harness their protentional in your daily life. Space in this program is limited, and registration is required. Registration will open on November 15th at 10:00am.

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  2. Hingham Education Foundation Board Meeting

    December 11, 2023, 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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    Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

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  3. Stress Management Workshop: Holiday Stress Buster

    December 11, 2023, 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
    @
    Whiton Room

    This workshop, presented by Paula McCree, is based on the Positivity and Relaxation Training (PART) Program from the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine. PART is an education program that teaches a variety of mind body techniques like meditation and mindfulness, positive and cognitive psychology, and lifestyle behaviors to help participants learn and practice more adaptive ways of managing stress as a way to increase overall wellbeing.

    Space in this event is limited, and registration is required. To join us, please register online.

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  4. Clutter Free Support Group

    December 12, 2023, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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    Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

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  5. HHSRA Board Meeting

    December 12, 2023, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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    Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

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  6. South Shore Action

    December 12, 2023, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
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    Whiton Room

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  7. The Women & Money series: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets

    December 13, 2023, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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    Online via Zoom

    This is a monthly financial literacy program designed to educate women of any age about the financial matters that affect their lives. Using easy-to-understand concepts, without financial jargon, the program provides information, resources, learning activities and moderators to educate and create a safe and welcoming place for women to learn, share their experiences, and ask questions

    This event is hosted by the Darien Library and will be held on Zoom. Please register online for the Zoom link.

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  8. Embarrassment of Riches: A Poetry Discussion Group

    December 13, 2023, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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    Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

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  9. From Doormats to Dynasty: History of the Perennial Powerhouse New England Patriots

    December 13, 2023, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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    Whiton Room

    From the struggles of the Boston Patriots to the decades of Super Bowl crowns, this lively and illuminating program will take you on a roller coaster ride through the history of the franchise that has captured 6 NFL championships. Author and veteran sports writer Marty Gitlin, who covered the NFL in the newspaper field and for CBS Sports, will discuss and show videos of the greatest and most interesting players, teams, events and moments of the team since its birth in the American Football League in 1960. Watch the exploits of such early standouts as Gino Cappelletti and Babe Parilli, relive the disappointment of the Jim Plunkett era and the talents of Steve Grogan and Sam “Bam” Cunningham. Experience again the transition from Drew Bledsoe to Tom Brady, and enjoy highlights from the Greatest of All Time under Bill Belichick, including their Super Bowl triumphs. This presentation is fun and enlightening so don’t miss it! Marty will host a Q&A following the program.

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  10. Brio Condominium Annual Meeting

    December 14, 2023, 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
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    Whiton Room

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  11. Folk Art Friends

    December 16, 2023, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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    Whiton Room

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  12. Room Reserved

    December 17, 2023, 2:15 PM - 4:00 PM
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    Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

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  13. BCGS Concert: John Muratore

    December 17, 2023, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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    Whiton Room

    This month's Boston Classical Guitar Concert features John Muratore's annual concert of Christmas music for guitar.

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  14. Office Hours with Representative Meschino

    December 18, 2023, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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    Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

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  15. Room Reserved

    December 18, 2023, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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    Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

    Patricia Muldoon

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  16. Tech Chat for Beginners: Computer Jargon Defined

    December 19, 2023, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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    Fearing/Trustees Conference Room

    This month we’ll go over commonly-used computer terms to give you the vocabulary you’ll need when asking for tech help.

    In this informal monthly chat, we start with a bite-sized lesson before opening it up for questions and conversation facilitated by a librarian. Learn alongside other beginners, ask questions, and share any tips and tricks you’ve picked up.

    Space in this event is limited, and registration is required. To join us, please register online.

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  17. HPL Movie: "The Miracle Club"

    December 20, 2023, 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
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    Whiton Room

    Set in 1967, The Miracle Club,/em> follows the story of three generations of close friends, Lily (Maggie Smith), Eileen (Kathy Bates), and Dolly (Agnes O'Casey) of Ballygar, outside Dublin, who win a pilgrimage to the sacred French town of Lourdes, that place of miracles that draws millions of visitors each year. Just before their trip, their old friend Chrissie (Laura Linney) arrives in Ballygar for her mother's funeral. The women set out on the journey they hope will change their lives, with Chrissie, a skeptical traveler, joining in place of her mother. Along the way, old wounds are reopened, forcing the women to confront their pasts even as they travel in search of a miracle.

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  18. HPL Movies in the Afternoon: "The Miracle Club"

    December 21, 2023, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    @
    Whiton Room

    Set in 1967, The Miracle Club,/em> follows the story of three generations of close friends, Lily (Maggie Smith), Eileen (Kathy Bates), and Dolly (Agnes O'Casey) of Ballygar, outside Dublin, who win a pilgrimage to the sacred French town of Lourdes, that place of miracles that draws millions of visitors each year. Just before their trip, their old friend Chrissie (Laura Linney) arrives in Ballygar for her mother's funeral. The women set out on the journey they hope will change their lives, with Chrissie, a skeptical traveler, joining in place of her mother. Along the way, old wounds are reopened, forcing the women to confront their pasts even as they travel in search of a miracle.

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  19. Library Closed - Christmas Eve

    December 24, 2023, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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  20. Library Closed - Christmas Day

    December 25, 2023, 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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  21. Library Closed - New Year's Eve

    December 31, 2023, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Children

  1. Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5)

    December 11, 2023, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
    @
    Activity Room

    Children and their caregivers will listen to entertaining books, sing songs and make a fun and simple craft. This imaginative Storytime quietly builds language skills and fosters literacy proficiency, and each week's craft encourages preschool motor skill development.

    Space in Preschool Storytime is limited, and registration has filled.

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  2. Move & Groove Storytime (Ages 4 and under)

    December 12, 2023, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
    @
    Whiton Room

    Tuesday & Thursday interactive Storytimes are perfect for young children. These fast-paced Storytimes include fun stories, music, movement, and a big finish with bubbles! This program is suitable for children ages 4 and under with their caregiver. Gentle reminder: food is not permitted at Storytime.

    Space in this event is limited, and registration is required. To join us, please register online.

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  3. Minecraft Meet Up! (ages 6-11)

    December 13, 2023, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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    Activity Room

    Do you love Minecraft? Join your fellow Minecraft fans to build, play, and have fun! For this program, we will only be playing Minecraft on portable devices such as tablets or the Nintendo switch.

    *Attendees are responsible for bringing their own system. This program is for ages 6 - 11. Children under age 9 must be accompanied by an adult.

    No registration required.

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  4. Move & Groove Storytime (Ages 4 and under)

    December 14, 2023, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
    @
    Whiton Room

    Tuesday & Thursday interactive Storytimes are perfect for young children. These fast-paced Storytimes include fun stories, music, movement, and a big finish with bubbles! This program is suitable for children ages 4 and under with their caregiver. Gentle reminder: food is not permitted at Storytime.

    Space in this event is limited, and registration is required. To join us, please register online.

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  5. Read-to-a-Dog: Hope ( a cocker spaniel) and her partner, Lynn, are our listeners today | Ages 5+

    December 16, 2023, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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    Children's Department

    Our Read to a Dog program provides a supportive environment to practice reading! Reading to trained therapy dogs helps develop literacy skills and builds confidence and self-esteem. Our canine friends are all wonderful, patient listeners who are looking forward to reading with you!

    Our listening teams are at the Library on Saturday mornings from 10:30 -11:30 in the Children's Department. Reading sessions last 15 minutes and are for children ages 5 and up.

    To register for a session, please call the Children's Department at 781-741-1405 ext. 1403. We hope you can join us!

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  6. Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5)

    December 18, 2023, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
    @
    Activity Room

    Children and their caregivers will listen to entertaining books, sing songs and make a fun and simple craft. This imaginative Storytime quietly builds language skills and fosters literacy proficiency, and each week's craft encourages preschool motor skill development.

    Space in Preschool Storytime is limited, and registration has filled.

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  7. Move & Groove Storytime (Ages 4 and under)

    December 19, 2023, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
    @
    Whiton Room

    Tuesday & Thursday interactive Storytimes are perfect for young children. These fast-paced Storytimes include fun stories, music, movement, and a big finish with bubbles! This program is suitable for children ages 4 and under with their caregiver. Gentle reminder: food is not permitted at Storytime.

    Registration is now required for our Tuesday and Thursday storytimes and will open on Monday at 10am each week.

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  8. 2nd & 3rd Grade Book Group | "Alvin Ho" by Lenore Look

    December 20, 2023, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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    Activity Room

    This month our 2nd & 3rd Grade Book Group is reading "Alvin Ho" by Lenore Look. The book is available as an eBook through Overdrive or the Libby app, or you can pick up a physical copy at the Children's Desk.

    This program will be held in-person at the Library. No registration is required to join us. We hope to see you there!

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  9. Move & Groove Storytime (Ages 4 and under)

    December 21, 2023, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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    Whiton Room

    Tuesday & Thursday interactive Storytimes are perfect for young children. These fast-paced Storytimes include fun stories, music, movement, and a big finish with bubbles! This program is suitable for children ages 4 and under with their caregiver. Gentle reminder: food is not permitted at Storytime.

    Registration is now required for our Tuesday and Thursday storytimes and will open on Monday at 10am each week.

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  10. Evan, Music at the Blissful, Family program

    December 26, 2023, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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    Whiton Room

    Music at the Blissful is a fun and entertaining music performance that children of all ages will adore! Evan does an amazing job engaging audience members in the songs and dances, getting them singing along or up on their feet moving and grooving; even the adults get into it and have a great time! Space in this event is limited and registration is required. Registration open Dec. 15

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  11. Pop Up Art School, Clay Plant Buddies, ages 9+

    December 26, 2023, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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    Whiton Room

    Pop Up Art School | Create a charming Plant Buddy that is sure to add a touch of whimsy to any space. Learn a range of techniques in this hands-on art program to shape air dry clay. Bring to life an adorable animal figurine that carries a miniature terra-cotta pot. Space is limited and registration is required. Registration open December 15

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  12. Storytime celebrating December Traditions, ages 4+

    December 27, 2023, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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    Whiton Room

    Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza are seasonal celebrations celebrated every year. Please join us for this special Storytime featuring a book about each of these holidays and a related craft. Space is limited and registration is required. Registration open December 15

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  13. Family Movie: The Muppet Christmas Carol

    December 27, 2023, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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    Activity Room

    A retelling of the classic Dickens tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, miser extraordinaire. He is held accountable for his dastardly ways during night-time visitations by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and future. | Movie G, 1992, 120 minutes

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  14. 4th & 5th Grade Book Group | "City Spies" by James Ponti

    December 27, 2023, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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    Activity Room

    This month our 4th & 5th Grade Book Group is reading "City Spies" by James Ponti. The book is available as an eBook and in audio through Overdrive or the Libby app, or you can pick up a physical copy at the Children's Desk.

    This program will be held in-person at the Library. No registration is required to join us. We hope to see you there!

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  15. Su Escuela Storytime & Craft

    December 28, 2023, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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    Whiton Room

    Please join us to welcome staff from Su Escuela Language Academy. Staff members will be reading stories in Spanish and children will complete a story related craft. Suitable for ages 2+. Space is limited and registration is required. Registration open December 15

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  16. Family BINGO with Mary Ellen

    December 28, 2023, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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    Whiton Room

    Join us for a fun night of family BINGO featuring Mary Ellen as the caller. Space is limited and registration is required. Registration will open on December 15.

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  17. Read-to-a-Dog: Willoughby ( a Golden Retriever) and his partner, Lauren are our listeners today | Ages 5+

    December 30, 2023, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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    Children's Department

    Our Read to a Dog program provides a supportive environment to practice reading! Reading to trained therapy dogs helps develop literacy skills and builds confidence and self-esteem. Our canine friends are all wonderful, patient listeners who are looking forward to reading with you!

    Our listening teams are at the Library on Saturday mornings from 10:30 -11:30 in the Children's Department. Reading sessions last 15 minutes and are for children ages 5 and up.

    To register for a session, please call the Children's Department at 781-741-1405 ext. 1403. We hope you can join us!

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Teens

  1. Yarn Craft Club

    December 12, 2023, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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    Activity Room

    Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us monthly for Yarn Craft Club! This is a casual meet-up club for teens who would like to bring their crochet, knitting, or other yarn projects in to work on with other likeminded teens. There won't be any set project each week, as this is a meet-up, but there will be yarn available for teens to use if they need some. No registration required.

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  2. Teen Anime Club

    December 16, 2023, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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    Whiton Room

    Calling all Anime enthusiasts! Anime Club is for teens who love Anime and Manga to meet other teens with the same interest. We'll talk Anime and Manga, watch some Anime, and maybe make some fun crafts. Open to teens in grades 6-12 - no prior knowledge needed, Anime newbies welcome! No registration required.

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  3. Teen Craft Workshop with Mandy Roberge: Suncatchers

    December 27, 2023, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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    Whiton Room

    Join Mandy Roberge from Wicked Good Henna for a special craft workshop as we make beautiful suncatchers. There will be a variety of craft materials available for participants to use, so bring your creativity!

    Registration is required and will open December 15.

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