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Abington Public Library 600 Gliniewicz Way
Abington, MA 02351 781-982-2139
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Library Hours Mon. 10:00 AM - *8:30 PM Tues. 10:00 AM - *8:30 PM Wed. 10:00 AM - *8:30 PM Thurs. 10:00 AM - *8:30 PM Fri. 12:30 PM - *5:00 PM *Last entry is 15 minutes before we close and all days and hours are subject to change.
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Dates to Remember - We will close (early) at 5 PM on Wednesday, July 3 and remain closed on Thursday, July 4.
- Saturday, July 13 visit the Annual Daylily Sale, 9-2 PM, 645 Washington Street
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Summer ReadingOur Summer Reading is off to a sizzling start and we have YOU to thank. We currently have just under 100 readers of all ages signed up on READSquared and have over 350 hours logged in our first week. Can we make it to 100+ readers and 1000+ hours logged by August 1? THE CHALLENGE IS ON! Also, don't forget to grab a library scratch ticket when you check out your summer reading selections. There might be a jolly little prize waiting for you...
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Annual Daylily Sale Saturday, July 13, 9 AM-2 PM 645 Washington Street Have you ever noticed the amazing amount of beautiful blooming daylilies around town? Chances are at least some of them have come from the Annual Daylily Sale. Proceeds from the sale go to a number of organizations around town, including support for the Story Garden at the Abington Public Library. You might even spot trustees, employees and library family shoveling, bagging and tagging your selections. We hope to see you there!
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Talewise: Science Heroes Jr. Science and storytelling is an epic combination and we are excited to see our younger patrons (ages 3-6) engage in this fabulous program, The Adventure of the Lost Treasure, with the educators from Talewise. This fun adventure will take place at 11:15 AM on Wednesday, July 17. Stop by and register today!
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Felted Froggy Hoop? Yes, please! Our friends at Pop-Up Art are back with an amazing felted froggy activity for our kids in grades 3-6. No prior experience is necessary and registration will open July 8. Looking for more summer fun? Our all-ages event calendar can be found HERE or you can swing by the Children's Room to grab a 2024 Schedule of Events for Kids and/or Teens.
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Science Lab: Actions and Reactions Confetti Cannons? Soda Bottles? Nail Polish Remover? Check, check and check! Yup. We're pretty sure this is a program you won't want to miss. Scientific chaos with Talewise will take place on Wednesday, July 17 from 2-2:45 PM. Registration is now open.
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Smile for the Camera Wait. No. Smile because you have a camera. Thursday, July 18 from 6-7:30 PM will be our time to discuss photography. We are going to focus on best practices to frame great photos that need little editing on the other side. No fancy equipment needed. If you have a phone, you have a camera and that's all you really need. Registration is now open.
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Just Books, No Baking and No Beyond July means summer which also means that many of our groups are on hiatus! Our Popular Fiction group will "meet" on Wednesday, July 10 at 7 PM on Zoom and our Nonfiction Book Club will meet Wednesday, July 17 at 7 PM in the library. Both books are linked to our catalog for easy browsing! Check our event calendar for other offerings as part of our Read, Renew, Repeat Summer Reading extravaganza.
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Reference with Rob Now Showing! Join us on Tuesday, July 23 at 4:45 PM for a viewing of the movie Haunting in Venice. This film is rated PG-13 and we will give you bonus points if you know the book this film was based on! Device Advice Thursday, July 25, 11:30-12:30 PM Need help accessing digital library resources? Rob can help! What Are You Reading? Keep an eye out for an opportunity to share your favorite book titles with the rest of our library community!
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You Must Be Joking... 1. Why would you spread peanut butter on the road? 2. Why don't you ever hear a pterodactyl in the bathroom? 3. Which state is the smartest?
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It's Puzzle Time! Teas, treats and special sweets. Our Cooking Club celebrated with an end of season tea party. We can't wait to see what's on their menu for September. Click HERE to do our newest online puzzle.
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