Art on Display at both the Main Library and Endicott Branch August 1-31, 2023 Create a tiny masterpiece reflecting the theme of community for Dedham Public Library's first family-friendly Tiny Art Show. Paint, draw, collage, craft, or doodle; your imagination is the limit! All ages are welcome to participate by picking up a canvas, paint …
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. Some are sing-alongs, some have a little dancing, and others are just for listening. Now with two sessions every Monday, please only register for one.
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. Some are sing-alongs, some have a little dancing, and others are just for listening. Now with two sessions every Monday, please only register for one.
Painting with Watercolors is a wonderful way to play with color and lose yourself in the moment. We will gain a better understanding of this amazing medium and challenge ourselves in the process. Although these classes are not geared toward beginner painters, if you are new to watercolor you are most welcome. There will be …
Have you ever wanted to carve your own spoons? It's the perfect time to give it a try! No experience necessary, open to adults with all levels of experience. Using straight knives, curved knives and gouges, we will explore carving basswood into all sizes and shapes of spoons. Please register as we are keeping this …
Visit our tent at the Dedham Farmers Market to learn about our services and upcoming programs, register for a library card, and even take home some DPL swag! Stop by on the 4th Wednesday of every month for a different activity.
Join the Endicott staff as we create fun projects, all you need is your imagination! For children ages 5 and up; no registration required.
Join Friend of the Library, Dick, for 30 minutes of your favorite family-friendly songs. Sing, dance, and groove along! No registration required, all ages welcome.
Join us for this introductory sewing workshop. We’ll cover basic hand and machine sewing. Space is limited. Registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend. Please contact Gianna if you have any questions - gbird@minlib.net
Welcome, friends! Join us each week for a fun storytime perfect for preschool aged children and their guardians. We’ll read stories and make crafts focusing on welcoming words and actions. Registration is required for this program; email mwfournier@minlib.net with any questions.
It’s time to let your creativity run free! Join us for a kid-friendly open crafting hour each Tuesday in September at the Main branch. We’ll provide the supplies, you bring the ideas! No registration required; email mwfournier@minlib.net with any questions.
Join Miss Lisa and friends as we sing, dance, shake, and move, adding in a story or two!
Visit our tent at the Dedham Farmers Market to learn about our services and upcoming programs, register for a library card, and even take home some DPL swag! Stop by on the 4th Wednesday of every month for a different activity.
Abstract or non-representational art is a great way to relax and create without the pressure of needing your work to look like anything specific. Intense, undiluted watercolors and deep, dark sharpies combine to create a mesmerizing work of art. See where the paint takes you in this wonderful creative outlet for teens and tweens.
Come to the library and join our conversation-based Spanish Club! We will watch programs, listen to music, and do Spanish immersion activities. No registration is required, just drop by. Email Clemencia at caramburo@minlib.net with questions.
Hands on play is the best kind of play! Join us at the Main Library on Friday mornings for play time with sensory toys perfect for infants and toddlers. Registration is required. Email mwfournier@minlib.net with any questions.
Join us for this introductory sewing workshop. We’ll cover basic hand and machine sewing. Space is limited. Registration through Eventbrite is required in order to attend. Please contact Gianna if you have any questions - gbird@minlib.net
Join us for an in-person presentation to learn about these amazing plants! Michael will talk about the many different types of carnivorous plants, examine why and how they’ve evolved to trap, kill, and digest their prey, and their care and feeding. Michael will then introduce us to some of his plants–and the knowledge he’s gained …
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. Some are sing-alongs, some have a little dancing, and others are just for listening. Now with two sessions every Monday, please only register for one.
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. Some are sing-alongs, some have a little dancing, and others are just for listening. Now with two sessions every Monday, please only register for one.
Painting with watercolors is a wonderful way to play with color and lose yourself in the moment. We will gain a better understanding of this amazing medium and challenge ourselves in the process. Although these classes are not geared toward beginner painters, if you are new to watercolor you are most welcome. There will be …
Abstract or non-representational art is a great way to relax and create without the pressure of needing your work to look like anything specific. Intense, undiluted watercolors and deep, dark sharpies combine to create a mesmerizing work of art. See where the paint takes you in this wonderful creative outlet for teens and tweens.
Welcome, friends! Join us each week for a fun storytime perfect for preschool aged children and their guardians. We’ll read stories and make crafts focusing on welcoming words and actions. Registration is required for this program; email mwfournier@minlib.net with any questions.
It’s time to let your creativity run free! Join us for a kid-friendly open crafting hour each Tuesday in September at the Main branch. We’ll provide the supplies, you bring the ideas! No registration required; email mwfournier@minlib.net with any questions.
Canceled! Join Miss Lisa and friends as we sing, dance, shake, and move, adding in a story or two!
Visit our tent at the Dedham Farmers Market to learn about our services and upcoming programs, register for a library card, and even take home some DPL swag! Stop by on the 4th Wednesday of every month for a different activity.
The Friends of the Library’s monthly board meeting. Everyone is welcome!
Come to the library and join our conversation-based Spanish Club! We will watch programs, listen to music, and do Spanish immersion activities. No registration is required, just drop by. Email Clemencia at caramburo@minlib.net with questions.
The Twenty/Thirty Somethings Book Group meets at 7pm on the second Thursday of every month at the Main Library. We read a variety of books from nonfiction, to newer bestsellers, soon to be movies/series, and anything else we would love to read and discuss!
Meeting details, including agenda and location, are posted to the Town of Dedham's website at least 48 hours in advance.
Hands on play is the best kind of play! Join us at the Main Library on Friday mornings for play time with sensory toys perfect for infants and toddlers. Registration is required. Email mwfournier@minlib.net with any questions.
Let’s celebrate our grandparents! Join us for a storytime and craft perfect for kids of all ages, their families, and their grandparents! We’ll offer light refreshments and we encourage everyone to enjoy the program and then relax and spend time together. No registration is required for this event. Email mwfournier@minlib.net with any questions.
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. Some are sing-alongs, some have a little dancing, and others are just for listening. Now with two sessions every Monday, please only register for one.
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. Some are sing-alongs, some have a little dancing, and others are just for listening. Now with two sessions every Monday, please only register for one.
Break Free from Anxiety with ABC Worry Free by Noel Foy With the spike in anxiety, kids and adults need to be equipped with practical language and quick strategies to decrease stress and face anxiety-provoking situations. When you give anxiety what it needs—not what it wants—it boosts attention, focus, productivity and problem-solving skills. If you …
Welcome, friends! Join us each week for a fun storytime perfect for preschool aged children and their guardians. We’ll read stories and make crafts focusing on welcoming words and actions. Registration is required for this program; email mwfournier@minlib.net with any questions.
It’s time to let your creativity run free! Join us for a kid-friendly open crafting hour each Tuesday in September at the Main branch. We’ll provide the supplies, you bring the ideas! No registration required; email mwfournier@minlib.net with any questions.
Join us for this month’s musical adventure! We’ll gather around the piano to enjoy Michael’s amazing medleys. Enjoy this concert at the Library or on Zoom. Tuesday, September 19th, 2023 6:30 to 7:30 (Eastern US Time) We will enjoy this concert In-Person at the Main Library, and on Zoom. Dedham Library, 43 Church Street, Dedham …
Join Miss Lisa and friends as we sing, dance, shake, and move, adding in a story or two!
Visit our tent at the Dedham Farmers Market to learn about our services and upcoming programs, register for a library card, and even take home some DPL swag! Stop by on the 4th Wednesday of every month for a different activity.
Hinge? Milling? Tails? Learn how these terms are connected in our bookbinding workshop. Create your own one-of-a-kind notebook in this workshop for teens and tweens.
The Main Library Book Group meets at the Main Library (43 Church Street, Dedham). Possible discussion questions can be found on our Main Library Book Group page here: https://dedham-ma.libguides.com/groupsandclubs/mainlibrarybookgroup
Come to the library and join our conversation-based Spanish Club! We will watch programs, listen to music, and do Spanish immersion activities. No registration is required, just drop by. Email Clemencia at caramburo@minlib.net with questions.
Join us at the Main Library for our LGBT+ Book Group! Each month we will read a title featuring characters/people, themes, or subjects that fall under the broader LGBT+ umbrella. For our next meeting, we'll be reading Pet by Akwaeke Emezi. Books can be picked up behind the circulation desk. Email mwfournier@minlib.net with any questions.
Hands on play is the best kind of play! Join us at the Main Library on Friday mornings for play time with sensory toys perfect for infants and toddlers. Registration is required. Email mwfournier@minlib.net with any questions.
Come to the Friends of the Library Book Sale and find the very best titles to transport, educate or thrill you. We also have a wonderful assortment of children's and young adult books.
This town is full of stories to tell. In this course, you will help us uncover and share the stories of all sorts of people with a deep connection to Dedham’s past and present. This nonfiction profile-writing course will take place on weekends in the fall of 2023 at the Dedham Public Library. In this …
Please join us on Saturday, September 23rd for our yearly craft fair! The vendors have been busy at work creating and making interesting crafts and gifts. Swing by to browse or even spend a few dollars (cash preferred.) Great gift options for the upcoming Holidays! Please contact mstokes@minlib.net with any questions or if you would …
Join us for a musical treat, a solo guitar concert with Scott Ouellette! Scott will perform his original music, as well as standards in the classical and Spanish guitar repertoire. Saturday, September 23, 2023 3:00 pm If you’re joining us in person just show up! We’ll have a seat ready for you. Contact Gianna if …
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. Some are sing-alongs, some have a little dancing, and others are just for listening. Now with two sessions every Monday, please only register for one.
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. Some are sing-alongs, some have a little dancing, and others are just for listening. Now with two sessions every Monday, please only register for one.
Painting with watercolors is a wonderful way to play with color and lose yourself in the moment. We will gain a better understanding of this amazing medium and challenge ourselves in the process. Although these classes are not geared toward beginner painters, if you are new to watercolor you are most welcome. There will be …
Hinge? Milling? Tails? Learn how these terms are connected in our bookbinding workshop. Create your own one-of-a-kind notebook in this workshop for teens and tweens
Welcome, friends! Join us each week for a fun storytime perfect for preschool aged children and their guardians. We’ll read stories and make crafts focusing on welcoming words and actions. Registration is required for this program; email mwfournier@minlib.net with any questions.
It’s time to let your creativity run free! Join us for a kid-friendly open crafting hour each Tuesday in September at the Main branch. We’ll provide the supplies, you bring the ideas! No registration required; email mwfournier@minlib.net with any questions.
Have you ever wanted to do some wood carving? It's the perfect time to give it a try! Using straight knives, curved knives and gouges, we will explore carving basswood into fun gnomes and mushrooms. Open to adults. No experience necessary. In person at the Main Library. Please register, as we are keeping this to …
Gnomes & Mushrooms Wood Carving: 4-Part Series at the Main Library Read More »
Join Miss Lisa and friends as we sing, dance, shake, and move, adding in a story or two!
Visit our tent at the Dedham Farmers Market to learn about our services and upcoming programs, register for a library card, and even take home some DPL swag! Stop by on the 4th Wednesday of every month for a different activity.
Join Tory Stephens of Grist Magazine, an independent non-profit media organization focused on the climate crisis, and learn how he created Imagine 2200: Climate Fiction for Future Ancestors. Imagine is a storytelling initiative that calls for fiction writers to envision the next 180 years of equitable climate progress, imagining intersectional worlds of abundance, adaptation, reform, …
Imagine 2200: Climate Fiction for Future Ancestors with Tory Stephens Read More »
Join Friend of the Library, Dick, for 30 minutes of your favorite family-friendly songs. Sing, dance, and groove along! No registration required, all ages welcome.
Come to the library and join our conversation-based Spanish Club! We will watch programs, listen to music, and do Spanish immersion activities. No registration is required, just drop by. Email Clemencia at caramburo@minlib.net with questions.
Hands on play is the best kind of play! Join us at the Main Library on Friday mornings for play time with sensory toys perfect for infants and toddlers. Registration is required. Email mwfournier@minlib.net with any questions.
The missions of NASA’s Earth Science Division help us to understand our planet’s interconnected systems, from a global scale down to minute processes. The division delivers the technology, expertise, global observations, and applications that help us map the myriad connections between our planet’s vital processes and the climate effects of ongoing natural and human-caused changes. …
This town is full of stories to tell. In this course, you will help us uncover and share the stories of all sorts of people with a deep connection to Dedham’s past and present. This nonfiction profile-writing course will take place on weekends in the fall of 2023 at the Dedham Public Library. In this …
Fall is made for festivals! Join us outside at the Main Library for a fun autumnal afternoon. We'll have games, crafts for all ages, a community art project, and lots of cider and yummy treats! It's sure to be a wonderful time! We’ll also collect any donations you’d like to leave for the Dedham Food …
