August 2023

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Tuesday, August 1All DayOngoing programConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Adult Summer Reading Program

Adult Summer Reading ProgramThe Annual Sterling Library Adult Summer Reading Program begins Tuesday, August 1st and will run through Thursday, August 31st. Check out Adult reading materials (books or audiobooks) and receive a raffle ticket (one ticket per day). Local businesses are offering wonderful prizes for the raffle.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 11:30—3:00 PMLower LevelConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Drop-In Knitting

Drop-In KnittingKnitters (and all other fiber artists!) are invited to a weekly drop-in program every Tuesday at the library. Work on your current project while enjoying conversation, advice, and camaraderie with other knitters! Would you like to learn to knit? Bring…Learn More

Tuesday, August 12:00—3:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Lego Mania

Lego ManiaCome to the Baker Room at 2:00  for some brick building fun! We will have cooperative and individual minute to win it challenges, then have some free time to build whatever you like. For a special treat, you’ll even get to take some of the fun home with you! Open to children entering grades k-5.

Tuesday, August 16:30—7:45 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

CANCELED - Open Mic

Open MicCalling musicians, writers, and poets ages 16+ for an open mic night! Come and perform your original work or your favorites by someone else. Tuesday, August 1 from 6:30-7:45 pm. Registration is required.
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Wednesday, August 25:00—6:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Cutie Crochet

Cutie CrochetYouth ages 9 and up are invited to come learn simple crochet at the library! Learn a new hobby you can take anywhere. Participants will work on basic crochet techniques then work on creating one adorable amigurumi character! Come to one session or all, July 5 (5 PM), July 25 (2:30PM), or August 2 (5 PM).…Learn More
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Thursday, August 36:30—7:45 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Adult Craft: Stem Glass Charms

Adult Craft:  Stem Glass Charms Enjoy adult craft time at the library on Thursday, August 3 at 6:30 pm as we make ocean themed beaded stem glass charms. These charms will be a fun way to jazz up your August celebrations! All supplies are provided. Registration is required.   All registrations for this program will be pending until staff review; if you are admitted into the program you will receive a confirmation email.…Learn More
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Monday, August 72:00—4:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Masterpiece Monday - Air Dry Clay

Masterpiece Monday - Air Dry ClayKids of all ages and their caregivers are invited to drop in to the library for Masterpiece Monday - Air Dry Clay. Create adorable miniature clay creations! 

Monday, August 76:30—7:30 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Big Trees of Massachusetts

Big Trees of MassachusettsPatrons are invited to join Kevin Martin as he presents Big Trees of Massachusetts. Kevin will conduct a slideshow and discuss big trees in the area, including in the towns of Marlborough, Northborough, Shirley, and Princeton. After the presentation he will be available to answer questions and his books will be available for purchase.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 81:30—3:00 PMLower LevelConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Drop-In Knitting

Drop-In KnittingKnitters (and all other fiber artists!) are invited to a weekly drop-in program every Tuesday at the library. Work on your current project while enjoying conversation, advice, and camaraderie with other knitters! Would you like to learn to knit? Bring…Learn More

Tuesday, August 82:00—3:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Chocolate Olympics

Test your chocolate skills - and win delicious chocolate prizes - at the library! Tweens and teens ages 9+ are invited to play Pudding Pictionary and other chocolate-related games (including taste-testing!) during an afternoon of Chocolate Olympics at the library.

Tuesday, August 87:00—8:00 PMSterling Rail Trail

August Fit Lit Book Club

August Fit Lit Book ClubEnjoy a fun book discussion while also getting some exercise! The Conant Public Library will hold the Fit Lit Book Club on Tuesday, August 8th at 7pm. Participants should read Beach Read by Emily Henry then meet at the Cider Mill entrance of the Sterling Rail Trail at 7pm.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 910:00 AM—12:00 PMSide LawnConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Paint & Popsicles

Paint & PopsiclesKids of all ages and their caregivers are invited to drop in to the library for Paint & Popsicles. Dress for mess and join us on the library’s side lawn as we paint with non-traditional items - squirt guns, flyswatters and more! Beat the heat with a popsicle while your painting dries.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 96:30—7:30 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Adult Craft - Sunglasses Case

Adult Craft - Sunglasses CaseAre you looking for a snazzy new sunglasses case for the summer? If so, come on in and make one! Adults are invited to make their own cases using plastic canvas and yarn.   All registrations for this program will be pending until staff review; if you are admitted into the program you will receive a confirmation email.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 10All DayOngoing programConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Youth Summer Reading Ends

Youth Summer Reading EndsToday is the last day to log your reading hours and get in your raffle tickets! Drawings must be entered in person by 8 PM.  

Thursday, August 102:00—4:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Drop In Gimp

Drop In GimpDo you remember making bracelets out of gimp with your friends at summer camp? Or are you asking yourself, or your parents, what on earth is gimp? Patrons of all ages are invited to drop by the library to make bracelets and lanyards out of gimp. Come…Learn More

Thursday, August 106:30—7:45 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Adult Craft: Stem Glass Charms

Adult Craft:  Stem Glass Charms Enjoy adult craft time at the library on Thursday, August 10 at 6:30 pm as we make ocean themed beaded stem glass charms. These charms will be a fun way to jazz up your August celebrations! All supplies are provided. Registration is required.   All registrations for this program will be pending until staff review; if you are admitted into the program you will receive a confirmation email.…Learn More
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Monday, August 14All DayOngoing programConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Registration for September and October Programs

Registration begins today at 10am for all September and October programs! Call the library at (978) 422-6409 or view the calendar to register.

Monday, August 142:00—4:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Masterpiece Monday - Beautiful Beads

Masterpiece Monday - Beautiful BeadsCalling all artists! Masterpiece Monday at the library is offering beautiful beads this week!  Make a noodle necklace or a beaded butterfly. Open to kids of all ages.
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Tuesday, August 151:00—3:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Scrabble and Snacks

Scrabble and SnacksDo you love to play Scrabble, but have trouble finding friends to play with? Adults are invited to secure new opponents and show off their wordsmithing skills. Snacks will be provided.  

Tuesday, August 151:30—3:00 PMLower LevelConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Drop-In Knitting

Drop-In KnittingKnitters (and all other fiber artists!) are invited to a weekly drop-in program every Tuesday at the library. Work on your current project while enjoying conversation, advice, and camaraderie with other knitters! Would you like to learn to knit? Bring…Learn More

Tuesday, August 156:30—7:30 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Build-A-Bouquet

Build-A-BouquetJoin us for a unique and creative floral experience! Tuesday, August 15th at 6:30 pm. Participants will create a flower arrangement with real fresh flowers that have been graciously donated by Trader Joes. Of course, we will reference books for inspiration! Using a combination of different types of focal and filler flowers, you will leave with a beautiful flower arrangement that will brighten  your home or office.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 166:30—7:30 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Adult Craft - Summer Snow Globes

Adult Craft - Summer Snow GlobesCapture that laid back summer feeling now, and savor it all year round. Adults are invited to create summer snow globes filled with flamingos and palm trees. All registrations for this program will be pending until staff review; if you are admitted into the program you will receive a confirmation email.…Learn More
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Monday, August 212:00—4:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Masterpiece Monday - Rock Painting

Masterpiece Monday - Rock PaintingStop by the Baker Room and turn a rock into a work of art! Is yours a dinosaur, a planet, a sea creature, or a beautiful abstraction? No matter where inspiration takes you, you’ll make a unique paperweight! All ages.
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Tuesday, August 2211:00 AM—12:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Kid's No Bake - Brownie Grill Bites

Kid's No Bake - Brownie Grill BitesKids ages 8 and up are invited to make festive brownie grill bites. These treats are the perfect dessert to serve up after a family cookout. All supplies will be provided.  

Tuesday, August 221:30—3:00 PMLower LevelConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Drop-In Knitting

Drop-In KnittingKnitters (and all other fiber artists!) are invited to a weekly drop-in program every Tuesday at the library. Work on your current project while enjoying conversation, advice, and camaraderie with other knitters! Would you like to learn to knit? Bring…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 236:30—7:30 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Family Trivia Night

Family Trivia NightCalling all trivia lovers, it’s family trivia night on Wednesday August 23rd at 6:30 PM at the Conant Public Library! Gather your closest friends and family to create your own super team and show off your collective knowledge.   Please have one team member register for your entire team.…Learn More
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Monday, August 282:00—4:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Masterpiece Monday - Slap Bracelets

Masterpiece Monday - Slap BraceletsGet creative in the Baker Room and design your own snap bracelet. Use markers, yarn or crayons to decorate your own snappy wristband! Open to kids of all ages.
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Tuesday, August 291:30—3:00 PMLower LevelConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Drop-In Knitting

Drop-In KnittingKnitters (and all other fiber artists!) are invited to a weekly drop-in program every Tuesday at the library. Work on your current project while enjoying conversation, advice, and camaraderie with other knitters! Would you like to learn to knit? Bring…Learn More

Tuesday, August 297:00—8:00 PMZoom

Zero Waste Kids: Birthdays, Lunches, and More

Zero Waste Kids: Birthdays, Lunches, and MorePatrons of all ages are invited to join Sarah Robertson-Barnes via zoom on Wednesday August 16th at 7 PM as she provides practical tips to make your children’s birthday parties and school lunches eco-friendly and low waste. She will also be discussing how kids, families, and communities can be more sustainable.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 306:30—8:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

August Cookbook Club

August Cookbook ClubDiscover old family favorites at the August Cookbook Club! Join us on Wednesday, August 30th at 6:30pm; prepare a family favorite, or something you have always wanted to try but never had the chance, then bring it to the library to share with others. Please let us know what you are bringing so we can avoid duplicates.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 31All DayOngoing programConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564

Adult Summer Reading Ends

Adult Summer Reading EndsToday is the last day to receive and enter raffle tickets.   Drawings must be entered in person by 8 PM.