April 2026
 
Mark your calendars!
  • Mon, April 13 - Board of Library Trustees monthly meeting, 7:00-8:00
  • Mon, April 20 - Closed
  • Tues, April 28 - Friends of the Library monthly meeting, 4:00-5:00
 
 
Raynham Reads 2026!
 
Friends of the Raynham Library
present Raynham Reads 2026!
 
Raynham Reads is an annual community-wide read sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Each year a book is chosen, events are planned, and book talks arranged. It’s a wonderful opportunity to come together as a community to read, learn, and meet some new friends.
 
Come join us as we celebrate the 250th year of our country with our 15th year of One Community: One Read - YOU NEVER FORGET YOUR FIRST, a biography of George Washington by Alexis Coe. Books are now available at the Library. You may also use Libby or Hoopla to read or listen.
 
This year the events include a book discussion and a community quilt for adults. Kids can join in as well; making light up flags with Squishy Circuits and having fun with this month's Grab & Go Craft: Spin Toy!
 
 
Raynham Reads Events
 
Raynham Reads: 
Book Discussion for Adults
  
Wednesday, April 8
 2:30-3:30
@ the Senior Center
 
Join us for a community book discussion to celebrate America's 250th anniversary with the book, You Never Forget Your First by Alexis Coe.
 
This is a Raynham Reads event sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 
 
Feel free to drop in!
Raynham Reads:
Community Quilt for Adults
 
Saturday, April 18
 1:00-3:00
@ the Senior Center
 
Join us in celebrating America’s 250th! Come decorate a quilting square with fabric markers to be sewn together to make a community quilt commemorating this historic event.
 
Period refreshments will be served. 
 
This is a Raynham Reads event sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 
 
 Please register!

Raynham Reads for Kids:
Squish Circuits
 
Tuesday, April 14
 6:30-7:30
 
Presented by Easton Children's Museum: with LED light bulbs and battery packs you'll be taught about circuitry (open/closed) and how electricity flows. Make the American flag or use your own design. Either way, you'll  have fun learning about circuits!
 
This is a Raynham Reads event sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 
 
Please register!
 
Raynham Reads for Kids:
Grab & Go Craft: Spin Toy
 
Available starting Monday, April 6
(while supplies last)
 
Grab & Go Crafts are make at home craft kits for kids 6-11. Each month has a different theme, this month features a Spin Toy.
 
Events & Programs for Adults
Make Your Own
Seed Paper
  
Thursday, April 16 
 6:00-7:00
 
Let us show you how to make your very own seed paper. Use it to make cards, bookmarks, or other gifts. All materials are provided.
 
Please register!
Vernal Pools
in Springtime
 
Thursday, April 30
 6:00-7:00
 
Join us for a visit from the Taunton River Watershed Alliance to learn about the coolest pools of them all: vernal pools! We'll learn how vernal pools provide important habitat for a plethora of creatures and how we can take action to protect these beautiful wetlands.
 
Get ready for a ribbit-ing afternoon!
  
 Please register!
 
Book Clubs
Join us for lively book chats, new members welcome.
Ask at the Main Desk if you'd like a copy.
 
         You Never Forget Your First: A Biography of George Washington by Alexis Coe
          Replaceable You: Adventures in Human Anatomy by Mary Roach
         Isola: Reese's Book Club by Allegra Goodman
1st Wednesday
 
Wednesday, April 8
2:30-3:30
 
You Never Forget
Your First
by Alexis Coe
 
@ the Senior Center
Feel free to drop in
 
Coming next month:
The Wedding People
by Alison Espach
 
Novels at Night
 
Thursday, April 9 
6:30-7:30
 
Replaceable You
by Mary Roach
 
Please register!
 
Coming next month:
Three Bags Full 
by Leonie Swann
 
Armchair Traveler
 
Tuesday, April 21
10:30-11:30
 
Isola
by Allegra Goodman
 
Please register!
 
Coming next month:
The Heiress
by Rachel Hawkins
 
 
 
Events and Programs for Teens
Teen Yarn Art
 
Monday, April 27
6:00-7:00
 
Create beautiful yarn art. Follow a pattern or create your own design. All materials supplied.
 
Please register!
 
Join the
Teen Advisory Group (TAG)
 
Join TAG to volunteer at Library events and share your ideas about Library programs for teens. You can also use TAG meeting hours for your school’s community service requirement.
 
Open to teens in grades 7 through 12.
 
Events and Programs for Children
Preschool Story Building
with Big Ryan
 
Wednesdays 10:30-11:30 
 April 1
April 8
April 15
April 22
April 29
 
Register for one or all five weeks!
 
This parent/child workshop finds fun and exciting ways to explore literacy. Each week we dive into a different aspect of children’s literature, such as using voices and sound effects, using and creating puppets, the importance of memory exercises and digging into using wordless picture books.
 
Every week is its own lesson while also building off of what was discussed during the prior weeks. This workshop is both fun and educational all in one.
Baby Free Play
 
Fridays 10:30-11:30
 
Free play for babies 0-18 months and a caregiver. It's a great chance to socialize and make new friends.  
 
Feel free to drop in!
 

Theater Games
 
Saturday, April 11
 10:30-11:30
 
Presented by Little Sparks Theater. Learn the basics of improv and get some energy out while doing it! This class is perfect for either the theater pro or newbie. We’ll explore the basics of improvisation and acting through high-energy games, so get ready for some antics, shenanigans, and a ridiculously fun time! This class promotes creativity, quick thinking, problem-solving, and confidence! Ages 9-11
 
Mass Cultural Council Logo BW  
This program is supported by a grant from the Raynham Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
 
Please register!
Read to a Dog
 
Saturday, April 18
10:30
10:45
11:00
11:15
 
Please register for a 15 min slot.
 
New readers can practice by reading to Mabel, a therapy dog. This is great for reluctant readers or any kid who loves dogs. For kids ages 6-9.  
 
This is made possible by
Dog B.O.N.E.S. Therapy Dogs of MA.
 

Baby Farm Animals Visit
 
Thursday, April 23
10:30
or
11:00
 
Please register for one slot.
 
Hands-on experience meeting baby farm animals.  Children can hold, cuddle and love any of the baby animals . These animals are hand raised which provides us with the sweetest, most lovable farm babies.  Children of all ages are welcome to attend. 
Buildwave Building Event
 
Saturday, April 25
1:00-2:00
 
Join us for a building event that feels like a gameshow! Build with waves of diverse materials like Lego®, Plus-Plus®, and more. Each building wave is enhanced by a dynamic audiovisual experience unlike any other. 
For ages 5+
 
Please register!
 

These programs are presented in partnership with Triumph Inc's Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) Program. Registration is required.
 
If you have questions or would like to register,
call Nancy at 508-822-5388 ext. 208
 
MA Center for the Book
2026 Reading Challenge
Are you up for the challenge?
 
Join others across the state in this year long reading challenge. You can participate either in person at the library, online through Mass Book, or both!
 
How the challenge works:
  • Choose a book that fits the monthly challenge.
  • After you read, fill out this form to tell us about the book.
    • Dedicated readers will be invited to a year-end celebration hosted by Mass Center for the Book.
    • MA Center for the Book will be drawing two names on the last day of each month to win a free book! Make sure you get those entries in before the end of the month.
    • If you read a book in each of the 12 months, you will be entered in a drawing to win 1 of 2 totes filled with books.
Visit massbook.org/readingchallenge for additional details.
 
New Books

Mad Mabel by Sally Hepworth
London Falling: A Mysterious Death in a Gilded City and a Family's Search for Truth by Patrick Radden Keefe
Lidie: The Further Travels and Adventures of Lidie Newton: A Novel by Jane Smiley

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