Parlin Memorial Library Children’s Department Events and Programs
What to Say at the Doctor’s Office! Monday, June 13, at 3 p.m. Visiting the doctor’s office can be scary for kids. Is there a pet at the doctor’s office? Is it OK to bring my favorite blanket? Wonder what you should ask or say at the doctor’s office? This program will teach you how to feel more comfortable, ask questions and understand what is happening with your child during their doctor visit. Register in person or via phone
Parlin Storytime (Portuguese and English): Tuesdays at 12 p.m. Visit the Parlin Library Children’s Room to attend Storytime with Vera. This program is funded by the Coordinated Family & Community Engagement Grant by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.
Parlin Nintendo Switch Games: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Visit the Parlin Library Children’s Room to attend. Play on our Switch! Bring your own games and play with friends! No registration required.
Storytime and Singalong: Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Come to the Parlin Library to listen to picture books being read, sing songs, dance around and more! Suggested for ages two to six. No registration required.
Drama Class: Wednesdays at 3 p.m. Do you have a drama queen or king at home? Drama class is the perfect opportunity for your child to put those acting skills to use with our drama coach! Suggested for ages six to 14. No registration required.
Zoom Sleepy Storytime: Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Email akempkes@noblenet.org to register and attend. Get changed into your PJs and get ready to blast off into space, travel through the jungle and so much more every Wednesday before bed. Suggested for ages two to six.
Toddler Sensory Play and Explore: Thursday, June 30, at 10 a.m. Drop by the Parlin Library for some guided play. Stations may include paint, musical instruments, shaving cream, water and ice, blocks and more! Suggested for ages two to five. No registration required.
Beaded Jellyfish Craft: Friday, June 10 at 3 p.m. Visit the Parlin Library Children’s Room to celebrate summer with a fun craft! Recommended for ages four to 12. Register in person or via phone.
Father’s Day Card Craft: Friday, June 17 at 3 p.m. Ready for Father’s Day? Let’s make a heartfelt card for Dad in the Parlin Memorial Library’s Children’s Room! Recommended for ages four to 12. Register in person or via phone.
Animal Lacing Craft: Wednesday, June 29 at 2 p.m. Let’s make animal lacing crafts together in the Parlin Memorial Library Children’s Room! Recommended ages four to 12. Register in person or via phone.
Parlin Memorial Library Adult Events and Programs
Connolly Book Group: at 10:30 a.m. at the Connolly Center. In a clever twist, the novel “Longbourn,” by Jo Baker, shows us “Pride and Prejudice” from the housemaid’s point of view. Copies are available at the Connolly Center on the first and third Thursdays of the month at 10:30 a.m. or by calling the Parlin at (617) 394-2300 or Shute at (617) 394-2300.
Parlin Book Group: Monday, June 27 at 6 p.m. via Zoom. “The Starless Sea,” by Erin Morgenstern, is “a richly imaginative ode to books and storytelling…this fantasy-filled novel entwines a mysterious underground world with the story of a grad student on a quest to understand his past.” (People). For book loving adults 18+. Call Kathleen at (617) 394 2300, or send an email – slipp@noblenet.org – for the Zoom link.
Resume Writing: Do you need help sprucing up an old resume or creating a new one? Sign up for a 30-minute appointment at the Parlin Memorial Library, Monday through Friday. Please call the Parlin Library Information Desk at (617) 394-2302 to register for an appointment time.
Computer 101 Training: Not familiar with the computer? Learn the basics of how to start up and shut down a computer, perform mouse and keyboard functions, use applications, learn Microsoft Word, navigate the internet, set up an email account, and more! Register for a one-hour appointment from Monday to Friday. Please call the Parlin Library Information Desk at (617) 394-2302 to register for an appointment time.
Shute Memorial Library Events and Programs
Shute Video Game Afternoons: Wednesdays at 3 p.m. Video Game Afternoons is back at the Shute! Play your favorite games on your favorite consoles: Nintendo Switch and the PlayStation 4, with the VR! Registration is not required. For ages 10-18 only.
Shute Storytime: Thursdays at 12 p.m. visit the Shute Library Children’s Room to attend Storytime with Vera! This program is funded by the Coordinated Family & Community Engagement Grant by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.
Mosaic Sea Coasters: Thursday, June 23 from 7-8:30 p.m. Follow along in a step-by-step instruction session with your local librarian and bring home your very own set of coasters to use all summer for all your cold beverages. To learn more about mosaics, ask your local librarian about our book collection! Please call the Shute Library Information Desk at (617) 394-2308 or email shuteinfo@noblenet.org to register. Space is limited. For ages 11 and up.
Resume Writing: Do you need help sprucing up an old resume or creating a new one? Sign up for a 30-minute appointment from Monday to Friday at the Shute Memorial Library. By appointment only. Please call the Shute Library Information Desk at (617) 394-2308 or email shuteinfo@noblenet.org to register for an appointment time slot.
Computer 101 Training: Not familiar with the computer? Learn the basics of how to start up and shut down a computer, perform mouse and keyboard functions, use applications, learn Microsoft Word, navigate the internet, set up an email account, and more! Register for a one-hour appointment from Monday to Friday. Please call the Shute Library Information Desk at (617) 394-2308 or email shuteinfo@noblenet.org to register for an appointment time.