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Tuesday
Aug 15th
4:00 PM EDT
The Prophets: Author Talk
with Robert Jones, Jr.
All are welcome and encouraged to join us for an engaging hour online with New York Times bestselling author Robert Jones, Jr., as he discusses his debut and award-winning novel, The Prophets. |
Wednesday
Aug 23rd
8:00 PM EDT
Author Talk
with Cassandra Clare Join us for an exciting evening online as we chat with mega-bestselling author, Cassandra Clare, about her newest and final book in The Last Hours series, Chain of Thorns. |
Wednesday
Aug 30th
2:00 PM EDT
Author Talk with Jeff Selingo
Spend an hour with bestselling author Jeff Selingo, who immersed himself in the world of admissions for a year to answer the question on the minds of teenagers and their parents: how do colleges select their freshman class? |
Hybrid TOTALLY BOOKED!
Book Chat for Teens (ages 13 - 18) |
Beat the Heat Movie Matinee
Moving On |
Thurs., Aug 3rd, 3:00-3:45PM
Thurs., Aug 17th, 3:00-3:45PM We are excited to bring back a bi-weekly teen version of our popular Virtual Book Chat! Our book chat for teens in Grades 6 through 12 is a great way for teens to connect with each other through their love of books and reading! There is no assigned book to discuss, just a great way to tell each other what books you like to read, what you are currently reading and maybe what you want to read! For those who come in person, there will be snacks!! The discussion will be moderated by Assistant Director and YA Librarian Whitney Brown, who will also offer reading suggestions for those who are stumped on what to read!
The teen book chat will meet virtually and in-person, which gives teens the option of coming into the library (we’d love to see you!) or participating from home! This event is free and open to teens in Grades 6 through 12.
Registration Required for invitation to Zoom Meeting Room. Registrants will receive the invitation to the Zoom Meeting Room on the day of the event.
Snacks provided by the
Friends of the Mansfield Public Library |
Fri., August 4th 12:30PM It might be hot outside, but it's always cool inside for our "Beat the Heat Movie Matinee"!!
The Mansfield Public Library is partnering with the Mansfield Council on Aging to offer current release movies for all!
"Two old friends reconnect at a funeral and decide to get revenge on the widower who messed with them decades before."--IMDB
Light refreshments will be provided by the
Mansfield Council on Aging
This event is free and open to
all ages appropriate to the rating.
Rated R for language. No registration required. |
| After Hours Stuffed Animal Sleepover Pose Party for Teens |
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Learn to Play Ukulele!
(Ages 13+) |
Fri., Aug 4th 5:00-7:00PM Calling all teens!! As part of the Mansfield Public Library's Finding Your Voice Summer Library Program, We need your help to create fun scenes for stuffed animals who get dropped off by kids at the library for an overnight stay! Snacks will be provided by the
Friends of the Mansfield Public Library
This event is free and open to those in grades 6 through 12. Registration Required. |
Mon., Aug 7th, 5:30-6:30PM
Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing. No experience necessary. Ukuleles provided. This event is free and open to ages 13 and up. Registration required |
Teen Paint Party:
Sunset Giraffe
(ages 13-18) |
Dyeing to Wear It (ages 13 and up) |
Fri., Aug 11th 3:00-4:30PM As part of the Mansfield Public Library's Find Your Voice Summer Library Program, Artist Sandra Churchill will teach teens how to create a fun sunset giraffe painting, using acrylic paints! This event is free and open to those in grades 6 through 12.
Registration Required. This program is made possible by the Mansfield Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. |
Sat., Aug 12th 10:00AM-1:00PM Artisan and storyteller Rhonda Fazio will show attendees how to create their own wearable art. It’s as easy as 1.2.3. This class will focus on the design and function of the classic silk scarf. Each design will be its own unique and beautiful piece of wearable art made entirely by you. Each color is hand crafted from natural, raw materials and extracted without the use of harmful chemicals. “Dyeing to Wear It” ™ is an interactive workshop where participants will create a beautiful and versatile piece of wearable art. Classes are infused with storytelling by the artist, filled with the textile history from the region and around the world, and how this history intersects with our shared American culture. It is a fun and interesting social event open to everyone. The silk scarf will be provided.
Event will take place outside (weather permitting!). This event is free and open to ages 13 and up.
Registration Required. |
Spice Club:
Caraway Seed
Wed., Aug 16th
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, July 19th, 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. |
Spill the Tea Book Chat (18 +)Thurs., Aug 17th 6:30-7:30PM
Join our original book chat, but with a twist!!
Let's talk books (in person) and drink tea!
What are you currently reading, what do you want to read and what do you need more gossip about to read?? Our book chats are a great way to connect with fellow book lovers and community members! This program is free and open to all. Registration Required Snacks provided by the Friends of the
Mansfield Public Library. |
Mysteries on the Move
Mobile Escape Room!
(GRADES 6-10) |
Diabetes Care Presented by Back to Home Health Care Services |
Sat., Aug 19, 1:00-2:00PM
Ghosts are afloat in this Paris hotel,
Just as the owner is trying to sell. You as Ghost Hunters will visit the rooms, Solve puzzles and codes, but beware of what looms. The Kitchen, the Gameroom, a Closet, and Lounge, See what information and clues you can scrounge.
Solving this mystery shouldn't scare you away,
Unlocking the answers just might save the day! This program is generously sponsored by the Bluestone Bank Charitable Foundation! This event is free and open to those in grades 6 through 10. Registration Required. |
Wed., Aug 23rd 6:00PM
Our discussion on home care will also include care and management of a diabetic, different types of diabetes, signs and symptoms to watch for and health tips. Back to Home Health Care Services is an agency that is based in Attleboro and we have been proudly servicing the surrounding area for 3 years. We provide individualized care that can be tailored to your loved one's needs. We offer compassionate care through our services so that your elderly loved one can remain in his or her current residence. Back to Home is dedicated to providing its clients with high-quality,client-centered and cost effective home care services that enable them to live dignified and independent lives in the comfort and safety of their own homes. Their individual requirements are thoughtfully assessed, comprehended and met through the careful assignment of experienced, dependable, trustworthy and compassionate personnel. Our home health aides provide services that include bathing, toileting, feeding, light housekeeping, meal preparation, escort to medical appointments, grocery and medication pick up, assist with self administration of medications and assist with transfer and ambulation. This program is free and open to all. |
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Preschool Parachute Playgroup! Ages 3-5 Wednesday, August 2, 10:30 - 11:15 AM Families 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. Come join us for these MONTHLY fun get-togethers with others!
Please register each month by emailing ccarver@selfhelpinc.org
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Stuffed Animal Sleepover Drop Off! All Ages! Friday, August 4, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Drop off your stuffie for a night of mischief and fun at the library! On Friday, August 4th, drop off your stuffed animal between 10am and 3pm. Your stuffed animal will enjoy a night at the library with all of the other children's stuffed animals! You can pick up your stuffed animal the next day, on Saturday between 10am and 3pm. You'll be able to see what your stuffie was up to by watching the slide show at the Circulation Desk! .No registration is needed. |
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FrankenSTEAM - S.T.E.A.M. WORKSHOP! Ages 8-12 Saturday, August 5 Session 1: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Session 2: 1:30 - 3:00 PM Up your S.T.E.M. skills with FrankenS.T.E.A.M.! Robotics and Coding with Dash robots… Help Dash solve a maze… Play soccer and shoot some baskets with Dash… (Yes, you read it right, play soccer and shoot baskets with a robot!) Registration required - Space is limited! Please only register for ONE workshop session. |
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Learn to Play Ukulele! Ages 8-12 Monday, August 7, 4:00 - 5:00 PM Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing. No experience necessary. Ukuleles provided. Registration required |
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Preschool Music & Movement! Ages 3-5 Monday, August 14, 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! Registration is required. Please register with Michelle at: selfhelpcpc.org/calendar |
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Lift Every Voice Singalong with Mary Jo Maichack! All Ages! Friday, August 18, 10:30 - 11:30 AM Join performer Mary Jo Maichack as she leads a fun sing-along with her guitar! No registration needed. |
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Mysteries on the Move - Mobile Escape Room!
Grades 2-5 Saturday, August 19, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Ghosts are afloat in this Paris hotel, Just as the owner is trying to sell. You as Ghost Hunters will visit the rooms, Solve puzzles and codes, but beware of what looms. The Kitchen, the Gameroom, a Closet, and Lounge, See what information and clues you can scrounge. Solving this mystery shouldn't scare you away, Unlocking the answers just might save the day! This program is generously sponsored by the Bluestone Bank Charitable Foundation! Registration is required. |
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Paint with the Masters for Littles! Ages 6-11 Thursday, August 24, 4:30 - 5:30 PM Modernism Inspired by Georgia O'Keeffe! Have you ever wanted to dive into a flower and see the petals up super-close? Join instructor Sandy Churchill to create a Georgia O'Keeffe summer flower in the modernism style! We will use special blending techniques and acrylic paint on canvas to create your flower masterpiece! Registration is required |
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Playground Bonanza with Miss Carol!
Ages 3-5 Wednesday, August 30, 10:30 - 11:30 AM |
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Families with preschoolers, come join our Playground Bonanza! We will start together playing at Memorial Park, then move over to the grove for some songs, movement, story and a craft! Please note: This event will meet at Memorial Park playground Registration is required. Please register by emailing Carol at ccarver@selfhelpinc.org |
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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, August 9 & 23 10:30 - 11:30 AM |
Family Game NightJoin us for family game night! Try out one of our board games or bring one of your own! Monday, August 7 6:00 - 7:00 PM |
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. |
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Book ChatAges 8-12 Monday, August 14, 6:30 - 7:15 PM Love to read? Love to talk about what you are reading? Join the library's Book Chat for 8-12 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! Please note: Book Chat meets the second Monday of every month.
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Memory Activities
Do you know someone who is suffering from dementia? Before you go to visit them the next time, check out the items we have in the “Memory Activities” category of our Library of Things (LOT), and you can bring an item along with you! We have a variety of things, ranging from lacing cards, to activity/busy boards, to simple jigsaw puzzles and small picture albums. Some items are good for early stage dementia, while others are better for later stage. For instance, one of the items we have is a “Gel-Wave Pad.” The purpose of this activity is to move plastic disks through gel waves for tactile and visual stimulation, enhanced eye-hand coordination, increased finger strength, improved hand dexterity, and greater attention span. This activity is especially good for middle- to late-stage dementia. Click here for a complete list of our LOT and to review the rules for borrowing these items. If you have any questions, just give us a call: 508-261-7380. |
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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
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