Indoor Events

Massachusetts Chocolate History
Thursday, February 2, 7pm

Most of us know the story of the Boston Tea Party. But did you know that when the colonists stopped drinking tea due to taxation they instead turned to drinking chocolate? Boston and the state of Massachusetts have many historical connections to chocolate that continue today. Learn more about our sweet history with this fascinating program. Located in the Large Conference Room.

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Hunting for College Scholarships
Saturday, February 4, 11am

Tom O'Hare, an independent college advisor and Director of Partnership Programs from Pivotal College Years database, will offer strategies for hunting for scholarships, aimed at current 11th and 12th graders and their families, but open to all. Located in the Banda Room.

Adults & Grades 6-12

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Virtual Events

50+ Job Seekers
Wednesday, February 1, 9:30am

If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Each meeting features a new topic. Meetings include a presentation and hands-on workshop on topics relevant to career transition, guest speakers, access to hiring managers, small group breakout rooms to network, and 1-on-1 coaching guidance. Each biweekly meeting is facilitated by Deborah Hope, MBA, PCIC, an experienced executive career coach.

This week's topic (January 4) is Self-Assessment and Transferrable Skills.

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European Art Series: Sacred Symbols and Devilish Details
Sunday, February 5, 3pm

Artists of the Northern Renaissance used single-hair paint brushes to capture astonishingly tiny details in their paintings. Explore these awe-inspiring additions and their symbolic significance in high resolution and decode the meaning of religious and secular works from the period.

Presented by Jane Oneail, founder of Culturally Curious, an arts education consulting firm specializing in art appreciation programs.

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American Sirens: The Incredible Story of the Black Men Who Became America's First Paramedics
Thursday, February 9, 7pm

Up until 1968, if you suffered a medical crisis, your chances of survival were minimal. That all changed with the Freedom House EMS in Pittsburgh, a group of Black men who became America's first paramedics and set the gold standard for emergency medicine around the world, only to have their legacy erased-until now.

Join author Kevin Hazzard for a discussion of his new book American Sirens: The Incredible Story of the Black Men Who Became America's First Paramedics.

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Special Interest Groups

Needleworkers
Friday, February 3, 10am
Friday, February 10, 10am

This is a social group for those who do any kind of needle craft. Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc. and enjoy a little conversation and camaraderie. Drop-in. Located in the Banda Room.

Fiction Critique Group
Saturday, February 4, 9:15am

Our Critique Group is a great opportunity to meet other writers and get constructive feedback in a supportive environment. Led by local writing enthusiast, Barbara Alevras. Virtual event held over Zoom.

If you are interested in attending this event, please email Adult Services Librarian Erin Driscoll. Please include the title of the program in the subject heading.

Needleworkers at Night
Monday, February 6, 6:30pm

Can't make it in to Needleworkers during the day? We've added new evening sessions on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month. Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, etc. and enjoy a little conversation and camaraderie. Drop-in. Located in the Banda Room.

Tech Help

Tech Help: One-on-One

A librarian will help you with device issues or answer technology-related questions in this one-on-one tech help session. Located in the Johnson Room.

Thursday, February 2, 10am with Librarian Assistant Eric Berube

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Thursday, February 9, 10am with Librarian Assistant Eric Berube

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Drop-In Tech Help
Tuesdays, 2pm
Wednesdays, 2pm
Saturdays, 2pm

If you have a tech question that's been bothering you, stop by Drop-in Tech Help and ask the experts. Located in the Johnson Room.