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Monday, December 2All DayOngoing programConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Slackers Book Club: The Couple Next Door
Slackers Book Club is a self service book club open to all readers. Stop by each month and pick up a copy of the most recent selection at the circulation desk. The book for December is The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena. There are no formal meetings, no questions to answer, no deadlines.…Learn MoreMonday, December 210:30—11:15 AMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Preschool Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts with friends at the library! Mondays at 10:30 am; 6-week session begins November 4th (no meeting November 11th). For children ages 3-6 (siblings of other ages welcome but must be registered) with caregivers. Monday, December 26:30—8:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Alphabet Dinner
Push your culinary boundaries at the Conant Public Library’s Alphabet Dinner! Adults are invited to join us as we enjoy a unique evening of alphabet-inspired dishes - each participant will be assigned a letter, and must prepare a dish to share at the library that begins with that letter.…Learn More3
Tuesday, December 310:30—11:15 AMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Toddler Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts with friends at the library! Tuesdays at 10:30 am; 6-week session begins November 5th. For children ages 18 months - 3 years (siblings of other ages welcome but must be registered) with their caregivers. Tuesday, December 36:30—7:45 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
CANCELED - Resume Writing Workshop
Teens ages 15 and up and young adults are invited to join Gabriel Heilig, founder of Action Resumes, to work on writing a successful resume. He will share his seasoned tips and techniques on December 3 at 6:30 pm. Participants are requested to bring a resume or self-portrait that they would currently send to an employer.…Learn More4
Wednesday, December 410:30—11:30 AMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Music Time with Miss Alisa
In this program with Miss Alisa for children and caregivers, we will experience the joy of making music together with songs, stories, dancing and instrument play. Wednesdays at 10:30; 3-week session includes December 4, 11, and 18. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Wednesday, December 44:30—5:30 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Sculpture Club: Straws and Pipe Cleaners
Children in grades k-5 are invited to the library for Sculpture Club. This month we will be using plastic straws and pipe cleaners to mold into sculptures. Participants are encouraged to express their inner artist, and bring their creations home to share with friends and family.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 46:00—8:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Teen Volunteer Night
Teens seeking service opportunities are invited to the library to help with program preparation and keeping library materials in order. Come help out and get to know the library! Open to young people in grades 6-12. 5
Thursday, December 510:30—11:15 AMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Art Time
Children and their grownups are invited to the library to get their creative juices flowing with process art activities. Each week we will experiment with different artistic techniques and materials as we create beautiful artwork for you to bring home.…Learn MoreThursday, December 51:00—2:15 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Adult Craft: Wood Block Presents
Make these sweet and easy Wood Block Presents at the library - they are so festive and cute, you might even end up making more at home! Sterling residents will be given priority in registration; after one week non-residents will be admitted in the order that they registered.Thursday, December 56:30—7:45 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Adult Craft: Wood Block Presents
Make these sweet and easy Wood Block Presents at the library - they are so festive and cute, you might even end up making more at home! All supplies are provided. Sterling residents will be given priority in registration; after one week non-residents will be admitted in the order that they registered.6
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Saturday, December 710:00 AM—12:30 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
CANCELED - It's A Wonderful Life Movie
Please join us at the library on Saturday December 7th at 10 am to watch the classic movie It’s A Wonderful Life. Enjoy some popcorn with some friends or family and enjoy this outstanding film starring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed8
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Monday, December 910:30—11:15 AMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Preschool Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts with friends at the library! Mondays at 10:30 am; 6-week session begins November 4th (no meeting November 11th). For children ages 3-6 (siblings of other ages welcome but must be registered) with caregivers. Monday, December 97:00—8:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Monthly meeting for the Board of Library Trustees; all are welcome.
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Tuesday, December 1010:30—11:15 AMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Toddler Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts with friends at the library! Tuesdays at 10:30 am; 6-week session begins November 5th. For children ages 18 months - 3 years (siblings of other ages welcome but must be registered) with their caregivers. Tuesday, December 101:00—2:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Holiday Centerpieces
Want a fresh greens holiday centerpiece but only have small areas to put them? Join the Sterling Garden Club to create your own festive designs perfect for a desk, window sill or wherever you wish. You will have your choice of fresh greens and assorted picks and ribbons to decorate your creation.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 106:30—7:45 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Holiday Centerpieces
Want a fresh greens holiday centerpiece but only have small areas to put them? Join the Sterling Garden Club to create your own festive designs perfect for a desk, window sill or wherever you wish. You will have your choice of fresh greens and assorted picks and ribbons to decorate your creation.…Learn More11
Wednesday, December 1110:30—11:30 AMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Music Time with Miss Alisa
In this program with Miss Alisa for children and caregivers, we will experience the joy of making music together with songs, stories, dancing and instrument play. Wednesdays at 10:30; 3-week session includes December 4, 11, and 18. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Wednesday, December 111:00—2:30 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Adult Coloring
Discover the stress-reducing, relaxing benefits of coloring! Join us at the library for a fun afternoon of coloring and conversation. All supplies are provided but participants are welcome to bring their own. Open to adults ages 18+.Wednesday, December 114:30—5:30 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Picture Book Club: The Story of Snow
This month the Picture Book Club will be reading and discussing The Story of Snow: The Science of Winter’s Wonder by Mark Cassino. After we learn more about snow with this fun nonfiction selection, we will be experimenting with a couple of different ways to make our own snow! Books can be checked out at the library (participants do not need to bring their copy to the meeting).…Learn MoreWednesday, December 116:30—7:30 PMLower LevelConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Adult Creative Writing Club
Please join us for the kick-off of our Creative Writing Club for adults! To begin the session, we will discuss our different writing processes, strategies, and ideas. After discussion, there will be quiet time to write based on a given prompt, or to continue working on your own projects.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 116:30—7:30 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Family Trivia Night
Calling all trivia lovers: It’s family trivia night at the 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. Teams may consist of 2 to 6 players.…Learn More12
Thursday, December 1210:30—11:15 AMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Art Time
Children and their grownups are invited to the library to get their creative juices flowing with process art activities. Each week we will experiment with different artistic techniques and materials as we create beautiful artwork for you to bring home.…Learn MoreThursday, December 121:00—3:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Scrabble and Snacks
Do you love to play Scrabble, but have trouble finding opponents to play with? Adults are invited to show off their wordsmithing skills at the library. Snacks will be provided. Thursday, December 124:00—5:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Graphic Novel Book Club: A First Time for Everything
This month's Graphic Novel Book Club selection is A First Time for Everything by Dan Santat. Dan's always been a good kid who listens to his teachers, helps his mom, and stays out of trouble. But being a good kid doesn't stop him from being bullied and feeling like he's invisible.…Learn MoreThursday, December 126:30—7:15 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Friends of the Library Meeting
Everyone is welcome at the Friends of the Library monthly meeting!
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Saturday, December 149:30—10:15 AMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Family Storytime
Children ages 18 months - 6 years along with their families are invited to the library to enjoy stories, songs, and crafts at a special Saturday storytime. Registration is required (for all family members who will attend). Saturday, December 1411:30 AM—12:30 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Explorers' Club: Dive into DNA
Children in grades k-4 are invited to the library to learn about the structure of DNA - using candy! We will learn about the 4 nucleotide bases of DNA and how they match up to one another as we make our own DNA strands out of Twizzlers and gummy bears.…Learn More15
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Monday, December 1610:30—11:15 AMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Preschool Holiday Storytime
Come to the library to enjoy a special Holiday Storytime. We will read holiday themed books, sing songs, and make a seasonal craft. For children ages 3-6 (siblings of other ages welcome but must be registered) with caregivers. Monday, December 161:00—2:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Old-Time Radio Hour
Join us for an hour of suspense or laughter, mystery or drama, while we listen to old-time radio shows together, over a cup of coffee or tea. We will meet Monday, December 16th. Prepare to relive old memories and make new ones with library friends! Fun for adults of all ages.…Learn MoreMonday, December 166:30—7:45 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Holiday Cookie Swap
Get ready for the holidays with our annual Holiday Cookie Swap! Bake seven dozen of your favorite cookies - some to enjoy during the exchange and others to pass out for later! Participants are asked to bring 14 loose cookies to sample during the program and 14 packages of 5 cookies to hand out to others.…Learn More17
Tuesday, December 1710:30—11:15 AMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Toddler Holiday Storytime
Come to the library to enjoy a special Holiday Storytime. We will read holiday themed books, sing songs, and make a seasonal craft. For children ages 18 months - 3 years (siblings of other ages welcome but must be registered) with caregivers. Tuesday, December 171:00—2:30 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Adult Cookie Decorating
Adults are invited to decorate winter and holiday-themed cookies at the library. Please note that this is not a class, but simply an enjoyable afternoon with holiday music, friends - and cookies! All supplies will be provided. Please bring an empty container to help transport your cookies home.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 176:00—7:45 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
CANCELED - Adult Murder Mystery: Murder on the Train
In the coldest month of 1933, somewhere near the Austrian border, passengers aboard the Simpleton-Orient Express experience a murder that will change their lives forever! But who killed mysterious stranger John Doe? Go full steam ahead as you and your friends figure out who the murderer is.…Learn More18
Wednesday, December 1810:30—11:30 AMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Music Time with Miss Alisa
In this program with Miss Alisa for children and caregivers, we will experience the joy of making music together with songs, stories, dancing and instrument play. Wednesdays at 10:30; 3-week session includes December 4, 11, and 18. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Wednesday, December 181:00—2:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Adult Paint By Number
Join us to relive your childhood days of paint by number! Paint by number is fun and relaxing and you can take it home (if you don’t finish!) to unwind over the holidays. Sterling residents will be given priority in registration; after one week non-residents will be admitted in the order that they registered.Wednesday, December 184:30—5:30 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Chapter Chatter Book Club: The Friendship War
This month the Chapter Chatter Book Club will be discussing The Friendship War by Andrew Clements. Grace accidentally starts a new button collecting fad that spreads from her class, to her grade, and then the entire school. Ellie is Grace’s best friend, but she isn’t used to Grace getting all the attention.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 186:30—7:30 PMLower LevelConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
New Adult Book Club
Are you seeking to connect with other bookworms your age? Look no further than Conant Public Library's New Adult book club! This book club is geared towards patrons ages 18-29 who are looking for a place to engage with others about books written for new adults.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 186:30—7:30 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Family Bingo
Families are invited to the library to compete in a few friendly games of Bingo; win prizes while having some family fun! 19
Thursday, December 1910:30—11:15 AMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Holiday Art Time
Children and their grownups are invited to the library for a special holiday themed session of Art Time. We will create seasonal art to add to your holiday decorations. Registration required, open to children 18 months - 5 years with caregivers. Thursday, December 194:00—5:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Tween and Teen No-Bake: Microwave Chocolate Lava Cake
Tweens and teens ages 10-18 are invited to the library to create and enjoy their very own (and very delicious) chocolate molten lava mug cake! All supplies, including mugs, will be provided. Please note, neither the food nor the facilities have been inspected by the state or by a local health agency.20
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Monday, December 23All DayChildren's RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Holiday Scavenger Hunt
Kids of all ages are invited to the Children’s Room to search for a selection of winter holiday themed characters and objects. Those that locate all 10 will earn a water bottle sticker.Monday, December 2310:00 AM—12:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Family Board Games and Hot Cocoa
Families are invited to drop by the library to relax with hot chocolate and board games before the busyness of the holiday week takes over. We will have fun toppings to jazz up your hot cocoa and plenty of games suitable for all ages to play. 24
Tuesday, December 2410:00 AM—1:00 PMChildren's RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Holiday Scavenger Hunt
Kids of all ages are invited to the Children’s Room to search for a selection of winter holiday themed characters and objects. Those that locate all 10 will earn a water bottle sticker.25
Wednesday, December 25Closed
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Thursday, December 26Closed
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Saturday, December 28All DayChildren's RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Holiday Scavenger Hunt
Kids of all ages are invited to the Children’s Room to search for a selection of winter holiday themed characters and objects. Those that locate all 10 will earn a water bottle sticker.29
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Monday, December 30All DayChildren's RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
International Snack Bags
Spend winter break exploring a new country with our International Snack Bags! Pick up a snack bag at the library beginning on Monday, December 30th - available for children of all ages, while supplies last. Where will we travel to next?Monday, December 30All DayChildren's RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Holiday Scavenger Hunt
Kids of all ages are invited to the Children’s Room to search for a selection of winter holiday themed characters and objects. Those that locate all 10 will earn a water bottle sticker.Monday, December 301:00—2:30 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Beginning Crochet a Hat
Patrons ages 10 through adult are welcome at the Conant Public Library on December 30th at 1 pm to try their hands at crocheting a hat. You will learn a simple method and work in the round to create a toasty hat for winter. All materials are provided.…Learn More31
Tuesday, December 3110:00 AM—12:00 PMBaker RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
New Year's Eve Drop-In Kid's Crafts
Kids of all ages are invited to drop by the library to create a variety of New Year’s Eve themed crafts. Choose one, or do them all! Tuesday, December 3110:00 AM—1:00 PMChildren's RoomConant Public Library4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA, 01564
Holiday Scavenger Hunt
Kids of all ages are invited to the Children’s Room to search for a selection of winter holiday themed characters and objects. Those that locate all 10 will earn a water bottle sticker.