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 We have made the switch to a new library software system, and our new catalog is now available! You will notice some changes!- In most cases, your OCLN pin/password will not have changed. If you had letters in your password, they will have been changed to all uppercase letters. If you were using the default password, it will now be OCLN. If you do not remember your password or do not like the changes made by the system, you can use the "forgot password" link in the catalog to reset it.
- Our loan periods have changed! The default loan period has changed from 2 weeks to 3 weeks. This does not apply to hotspots, Rokus, and our new book "browsing only" collection. Loans will still renew two times if no one has placed a hold on the item.
- If you have any questions about these changes, please call or email the library.
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May 4, 6:00pm New for 2026! Docs and Discussion is a monthly program featuring a short documentary, followed by community discussion. This month's movie will be Through the Night. Through the Night is a verité documentary that explores the personal cost of our modern economy through the stories of two working mothers and a child care provider, whose lives intersect at a 24-hour daycare center in New Rochelle, New York. Official Selection, Tribeca Film Festival. A co-production of POV and ITVS in association with Latino Public Broadcasting and Black Public Media. |
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Wednesday, May 13th, 7:00 p.m. Monthly meeting of the Contemporary Book Group in the Historical Room. Discussing A Guardian and a Thief by Megha Majumdar. In a near-future Kolkata beset by flooding and blight, Ma, her two year old daughter Mishti, and her elderly father Dadu are just days from leaving the collapsing city behind to join Ma’s husband in the home he has been building for them in Ann Arbor, Michigan. After procuring long-awaited passports and visas from the consulate, they pack their bags for the flight to America. But in the morning they awaken to discover that Ma’s purse, with all the treasured documents within it, has been stolen. A Guardian and a Thief tells two the story of Ma and her family, their struggle to emigrate to America, and their devastation in the wake of the theft that changes their fate to one of implacable tragedy; and Boomba, the thief, whose hunger and desperation to care for his family drive him to commit a crime whose consequences he cannot fathom. With stunning control and command, Megha Majumdar paints a kaleidoscopic portrait of two families whose destinies become inexorably entangled, wresting compassion from each narrative as the complexities of each character’s circumstances—their helplessness in the face of poverty and corruption, and the need to stave off encroaching catastrophe—are captured with clarity and piercing empathy. |
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Monday, May 11th, 6-7:30 p.m. |
Do you love to knit, crochet, embroider, etc.? Would you like to learn but are intimidated to try on your own? Our monthly Fiber Arts Drop In is for you! Meet other crafters and learn some new skills in a friendly, casual environment! Bring your own project (we will have limited supplies on hand for beginners who want to learn to knit or crochet).
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Tuesday, May 12th, 11 a.m. Monday, May 18th, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, May 23rd, 10:30 a.m.
We now have a new catalog for patrons! Things may look different (better, we hope), and we'd like to show you all of the things you can do with our new system. Come to a short demonstration of Aspen, the new public catalog. You'll learn about searching for items and limiting searches, placing holds, resetting passwords, and more. Each session will cover the same material, so please come to whichever session works best for you. |
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Friday, May 15th, 6 p.m. Explore Marshfield on foot! New to town? Longtime resident? Looking for friends to walk with? Here is your opportunity to explore some of Marshfield’s gems. This series of Free Spring walks is co-sponsored by the Recreation Trails Committee and the Ventress Memorial Library. The walks are designed to allow residents the opportunity to explore trails which are located in Marshfield. With so many trails in town, there is probably one located not far from where you live. Our community walks are led by RTC members and a variety of guest presenters. The walks are limited to 12 participants, age 10 and older. Students age 10-17 are welcome with an adult. Participants will learn about the history of the property and will share their knowledge with others. Meet at the dirt parking lot located at 915 Union Street. A mix of open field, forest and riverine habitat makes for a unique experience for visitors. There is a magnificent view of the North River at the end of a 200-foot board walk. Rain date: Saturday, May 16th, 5:00 PM |
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Nonfiction Book Group Wednesday, April 15th, 6:30 p.m.Nonfiction enthusiasts are welcome to join us in-person from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Library Plaza Program Room for a lively book discussion. Copies of each month's selection are available to borrow at the circulation starting the day of the previous book club. New members are always welcome! This month: 84 Charing Cross Road by Helene Hanff 84, Charing Cross Road is a heartwarming memoir in letters detailing a 20-year friendship (1949–1969) between a witty, struggling New York writer and Frank Doel, a reserved staff member at a London antiquarian bookstore. It is a charming story of shared love for literature, cultural exchange, and generosity during post-war rationing. |
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Wednesday April 22nd, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Learn about the centuries-old art of reverse glass painting and create your own reverse painting! Choose from three images, and paint it using acrylic paint on clear acetate. Reverse painting techniques have been used since the 16th century. In reverse painting, the details are painted first and then the larger shapes. It's the reverse order of how one usually paints on paper or canvas where we start with the background, add medium to large shapes and then details. Once the image has been painted, it is viewed from the opposite side through the clear acetate. For adults. Registration required. |
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Saturday, May 2nd and 9th, 10:00 a.m. Children of all ages are invited to stop by to read to one of our dog friends from Cohasset Working Dogs. Our furry friend will be here for 45 minutes. Please check in with the Children's Librarian when you get here to get your name on the reading list. Children must be supervised at all times. |
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Monday, May 4th Check out our online events calendar for ages and times! Join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs and socialization. Toddlers at 9:30 a.m. (13 months - 2 years), Preschoolers at 11:00 a.m. (3-5 years). |
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Tuesday, May 5th, 4:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 21st, 5:00 p.m.
Drop into the Children's Program room to create your very own Lego masterpiece to display! This event is best for children over three years old, along with their caregiver. All children under nine years old must be supervised at all times.
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| Upcoming! See our events page for details of our other regular programs! Fairy house month is approaching fast! Join us throughout June as we celebrate the fairy folk of Marshfield! Our fairy house programs and events can be enjoyed by EVERYONE, young and old, boys and girls! Information will be available on our calendars, newsletter, events page and social media VERY SOON!
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Have you seen people playing tabletop RPGs or other games with figurines or terrain? Have you ever thought that it might be fun to do that but you just don't know how to get started? Are you between the ages of 12-18? Come check out the Teen Miniature Club! We'll be building, painting, and even playing games with miniatures. From Snarling Badger Studios, Chrome Rangers is a one-on-one Mech fighting tabletop wargame, where your goal is simple; destroy the enemy mech while keeping yours operational. Come check out the dynamic system that makes the one-on-one fight possible. Ask at the Reference Desk about how you can use the Makerspace 3D Printer to get your own mech miniature kit at no cost! If you have any questions, feel free to email Tom, the Reference Assistant, at twhite@marshfield.ocln.org |
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Saturdays, May 2nd, 16th, and 30th, 1:00-2:30 p.m.
Whether you're a die-hard fan or just beginning your anime adventure, come hang out with fellow anime and manga fans! We'll watch anime, chat about current reads, and eat snacks!
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Wednesday, May 6th, 6:00-7:00 PM What if aliens aren’t little green people - but something way stranger? Come join Pat Monteith, a NASA Solar System Ambassador, as she gives us a presentation on the "what ifs?" in the universe. Grades 6-12. Registration appreciated. |
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Thursday, May 7th and 21st, 5-6 p.m.
Have you ever wanted to try a role-playing game? Maybe you've painted some really cool figures in our Miniature Club and you want to give them a try on the table? Come check out the Teen RPG meetup! It's always a great time to join - this campaign is easy for players to drop in at any point. Our adventure is set in the wonderfully weird world of Dolmenwood, a setting inspired by the fairy tales and eerie folklore of the British Isles. For grades 6-12. Registration appreciated, max of 5 players per session. |
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Monday, May 11th, 4:00-5:00 p.m Reading something interesting and want to talk about it? Looking for book recommendations? Just want to have some snacks and read in peace? The Bring Your Own Book Club at the Ventress Memorial Library is the perfect place to relax, chat, and get some reading in. Join us for the full time or just for a bit! |
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Tuesday, May 12th, 6:00-7:00 p.m. We will be hosting a Diamond Art event! Using small, colorful resin diamonds, participants will follow a pattern to create a 3D piece. All materials will be provided; registration is required. Grades 6-12 only. |
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The next installment in the new collaborative art series between the Ventress Memorial Library and the North Rivers Arts society, Art Break! This program, sponsored by the Friends of the Ventress Memorial Library, will run once a month in 2026. Each class will feature a project aimed at teaching new skills, or learning about different forms of art and art-centric careers! For grades 6-12 only. Registration is Appreciated. |
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Tuesday, May 19th, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Grab a friend and come play a selection of board and card games. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Grades 6-12 only. |
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Wednesday, May 20th, 5:00-6:00 p.m. Give new meanings to old discarded works! We will be taking pages of various works and altering them into blackout poetry to express something altogether new. Grades 6-12. Registration appreciated.
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Tuesday, May 26th, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
The Ventress Memorial Library Teen Zone will be having monthly Teen Advisory Board (TAB) meetings. The advisory board will help plan and implement programs and help shape the future direction of Teen Services at the Library. Attendance at these meetings can be counted towards volunteer hours, but to do so, make sure to fill out our volunteer form! For grades 6-12 only. Registration appreciated. |
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