|
|
Wednesday
May 3rd
1:00 PM EDT
Raising Anti-Racist Children: Author Talk with Britt Hawthorne
Are you committed to building an antiracist family environment for your children? Raising antiracist children is a noble goal for any parent, caregiver, or educator, but it can be hard to know where to start. Let Britt Hawthorne—a nationally recognized teacher and advocate—be your guide. |
Wednesday
May 10th
8:00 PM EDT
Not Funny:
Author Talk with
Academy Award Nominated Jena Friedman
Growing up, Jena Friedman didn’t care about being likable. And she never wanted to be a comedian, either. A child of the 90s, she wouldn’t discover her knack for the funny business until research for her college thesis led her to take an improv class in Chicago. |
Saturday
May 20th
2:00 PM EDT
Author Talk with Courtney Summers: New York Times Bestselling YA Author
A spiritual successor to the 2018 breakout hit, Sadie, I'm the Girl is a masterfully written, bold, and unflinching account of how one young woman feels in her body as she struggles to navigate a deadly and predatory power structure while asking readers one question: if this is the way the world is, do you accept it? |
The X Factor: Disability, Long-Term Care, and Life Insurance
Tuesday, May 9th
6:30PM
The X Factor: Disability, Long-Term Care, and Life Insurance is an IN PERSON program offered by Michael Wish from the Michael Wish Insurance Agency. This one-hour seminar explains the fundamentals of these three types of insurance with an innovative approach that answers any questions you may have. The seminar is free, open to all, and purely educational: no solicitations will be made. Michael Wish is the owner of the Michael Wish Insurance Agency, with nearly 50 years experience in insurance; he is certified by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to teach 5 CEU insurance courses. President of the Randolph-Avon-Canton Rotary Club, he also serves as insurance advisor to Rotary District 7950 This program is free and open to all. Registration recommended for courtesy email reminder. |
Slavery in Bristol County in Colonial Times
presented by
Mansfield Historical Society
Saturday, May 13th
1:00PM
The Mansfield Public Library is excited to announce a monthly series in partnership with the Mansfield Historical Society.
Each month a member of the Mansfield Historical Society, or a special guest speaker, will present a program related to the history of Mansfield, MA.
This program is free and open to all. Registration recommended for courtesy email reminder. |
Blooming Creativity Night
for Teens & AdultsTuesday, May 16th
6:30PM To celebrate Books in Bloom and Mental Health Awareness month, teens and adults are welcome to stop by the library between 6:30 and 7:30PM for a relaxing evening of floral themed crafts, a little tea drinking, soothing music and each other's company!! We will have 3 crafting stations where attendees can make watercolor booksmarks, 3D tissue paper flowers and color fun floral designs! No artistic experience is required. This will be a peaceful night to let your creativity bloom! This event is free and open
to ages 13 and up!
Registration Required. |
Environmental Stewardship Through Sustainable Gardening Thursday, May 25th
6:30PMAs part of our month-long Books in Bloom event, all are welcome to learn more about the concept of responsible use and protection of the natural environment through conservation and sustainable gardening practices. Casey E. Doyle, a premiere agriculture and soil scientist, will share sustainable gardening practices that cause no harm to the earth and reduce negative environmental impacts. Ms. Doyle will also discuss the importance of planting native species to save diversity in our gardens for the health and well-being for our pollinators and the environment. Casey Doyle holds a Master of Science degree from Green Mountain College in Sustainable Food Systems. She is a registered presenter with the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) in the area of agriculture and environmental science.This IN PERSON program is free and open to all. Registration recommended for courtesy email reminder. |
Mystery Book Club
(Hybrid)
Thurs., May 4th, 6:30PM
In Person & Zoom Meeting Room
All are welcome to join the Mansfield Public Library Mystery Book Club for an in-person OR virtual discussion of The Man Who Died Twice
by Richard Osman
This program is free and open to all. Registration Required for invitation to Zoom Meeting Room. Registrants will receive the invitation to the Zoom Meeting Room on the day of the event.
|
It’s All Relative!
Mansfield Public Library
Genealogy Club
Thurs., May 11th, 6:30PM Whether you are at the start of the journey into your family history and not sure where to begin, or you are a seasoned pro, this new genealogy club is for you! The Mansfield Public Library Genealogy Club is for those who have an interest in genealogy. Mansfield Public Library Genealogy Club meets in-person on the second Thursday of the month. |
Spice Club:
Orange Blossom Water
Wed., May 17th
"Orange" you glad we chose Orange Blossom Water? Do you love to cook and want to try new flavors and recipes? Or maybe you’re tired of cooking the same old thing and want to try something new? Then we have got just the club for you!!! Time to get spicy and join the Mansfield Public Library’s Spice Club! Every month, a new spice and recipes will be featured each month. We will provide a Spice Pack which will include: - Information and history of each featured spice.
Two new recipes from A to Z World Food database (A Mansfield Public Library card is required to access this database). Pre-measured featured spice for the two recipes that month
Once registered, come to the library on Wednesday, May 17th, to pick up the kit.
Be sure to register individually if you have more than one person to sign up. The spice club is open to ages 13 and up. |
Library Book Club (VIRTUAL)
Thurs., May 25th, 6:30PM
All are welcome to join the Mansfield Public Library Book Club for a virtual discussion discussion of Peach Blossom Spring by Melissa Fu.
This program is free and open to all. Registration Required for invitation to Zoom Meeting Room.
Registrants will receive the invitation to the Zoom Meeting Room on the day of the event.
|
|
|
Preschool Parachute Playgroup Wednesday, May 3, 10:30 - 11:15 AM Families of children can join in free play, circle time, music, stories, a simple art project, tunnel and parachute play. This group is focused on socialization and other developmental skills.
Please register each month by emailing ccarver@selfhelpinc.org
Ages 3-5 |
|
|
|
Kit Pickup: Saturday, May 6, All Day Sign up for one of our kits to create your own mini chia pet! Ages 3 and up Registration is required |
|
|
|
Monday, May 8, 1:30-2:15 PM Do you want to dance until you drop? Then Join Ms. Michelle for this high-energy session where we will sing, dance, and act out stories! Ages 3-5 Registration is required. Please register with Michelle at selfhelpcpc.org/calendar |
|
|
|
Friday, May 12, 11:00-11:30 AM Big Ryan will be here to share fun stories, puppets, music, and movement! For more information about Big Ryan, please visit his website: https://bigryanstalltales.com
No registration is needed. Great for ages 2-5 |
|
|
|
Music Education for School Age Children!Tuesday, May 16, 23, 30 and June 6 4:00-5:00 PM Join Ms. Gina and Ms. Jen for this 4-week program for school-aged children and their parents (kindergarten through 4th Grade). Children will be introduced to different types of musical instruments and various genres of music. In addition, participants will learn how to read and understand basic music notes. Grades K-4 Registration is required. Please register at: selfhelpcpc.org/calendar This program is supported by the Mansfield Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
|
|
|
|
Saturday, May 20, 10:30-11:30 AM Children in grades K-6 are invited to practice their reading skills with a patient, supportive (and adorable!) listener: a certified therapy dog! Children can choose a book from the library or bring one from home, and will have 5-10 minutes to read to either Cindy the Corgi or Hadley the Newfoundland. There is no registration required, but children will be asked to check in upon arrival and wait for their turn to read (and stay for an additional turn if time allows)! Children who have attended before are encouraged to bring their Pawsport to continue collecting stamps for their reading. Questions? Contact Kacee Rimer: krimer@sailsinc.org Kindergarten - Grade 6 |
|
|
|
Saturday, May 20, 1:00-2:30 PM Join Mrs. Mehta for a fun art project! Ages 7-10 Registration is required. |
|
Storytime for Little Learners Ages 0-3 Join us for fun stories, songs, rhymes, and movement!
Tuesdays 10:30 - 11:00 AM |
Baby Playgroup Ages 0-18 months Join in and play with fun, age-appropriate toys for babies and young toddlers! Wednesday, May 10 & 24 10:30 - 11:30 AM |
Lego ClubAges 5 and up Drop in and build with our LEGO bricks! Creations will be put on display in the Youth Room each week.
Thursdays 4:30 - 6:30 PM |
Family Game NightAll Ages Join us for Family Game Night! Try out one of our board games or bring one of your own!
Monday, May 1 6:00-7:00 PM |
|
|
Book ChatTuesday, May 9, 6:30 - 7:15 PM Love to read? Love to talk about what you are reading? Join the library's Book Chat for 10-12 year olds. We will be sharing books we read on our own during the month, and we'll also save time for book related activities and games! Book Chat will meet the second Tuesday of every month.
Ages 10-12
|
|
|
|
Teen Drop In Art Lab The Teen Art Lab will be open from 2:30-4:30 on May 26th for ages 13-18. Think of Art Lab as open studio time–participate in some of the experiment prompts or follow your own creative sparks! A wide variety of materials will be available including acrylic paints, watercolors, glue guns, and paint pens.
No Registration required!! |
|
|
|
Study & Organizing Solutions (S.O.S.) With Stacie Is your backpack about to burst? Are you not getting credit for work that you have done because you can’t find it the morning it’s due? Can’t figure out how to study for a certain class? No idea what to do with all those binders?
Just need time to sit down and organize? All of the above!?! Stop by the library to troubleshoot with Youth Services Librarian, Stacie! Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:00-5:00PM
Fridays 2:00-5:00PM
As a former teacher and tutor, Stacie can help you zero in on some tips, strategies, and solutions that fit your situation and personality! For more information, contact Stacie at shooper@sailsinc.org |
|
|
|
Heritage Museums & Gardens Looking for a great place to visit during “Books in Bloom” month (after visiting our library, of course!)? How about Heritage Museums & Gardens in Sandwich, MA, which opened for the season on April 22 this year! And to make your visit even better, be sure to borrow our library pass to lower your cost of admission! Besides all of the beautiful flowers and walking trails, an antique car collection, a working vintage carousel, and a treehouse for the kids, there are also several special exhibits: “Otherworldly” (which starts in mid-May), “Creating Cape Cod,” and “From Carriage to Classic.” For more information about these exhibits, please visit their website https://heritagemuseumsandgardens.org/ This specific museum pass admits up to 6 individuals at 50% off the admission price of $22 per adult (ages 18 & up) and $12 per youth (ages 3-17). Kids aged 2 and under are always free. Here are the steps for borrowing and using this pass: 1) With your Mansfield library card, reserve the pass online here. 2) Call the MPL at 508-261-7380 to obtain the discount code you will need to use when you book your tickets online before your visit. (Please note: there is no physical pass to pick up at the library for this museum.) 4) Select the day that you have booked the pass for. 5) Order your tickets. (Upon checkout, use the library discount code). 6) You will get a confirmation e-mail that will include your e-tickets; either print them out or have them on your phone. 7) Enjoy your visit! Click here for a complete list of our library's museum passes, and please view a complete list of our Museum Pass Rules here. If you have any questions, feel free to give us a call: 508-261-7380. |
|
|
|
Friends of the Library Book Sale The Friends of the Library happily accept donations of books in excellent condition, to add to their year-round Book Sale inside the Library.
To make a donation, please call to make an appointment 508-261-7380.
Please do not leave donations outside the library or in the book drop. The Friends offer a variety of books for all ages. Most items cost $1! The Friends do not accept: - Books that have been stored in an attic or basement
- Books that have mildew or mold
- Books with missing, yellowed or written in pages
- Books without the dust jacket
- Textbooks
|
|
|
|
|
|