Stories & Music for babies through 24 months

Wednesday, September 29

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Babies & their caregivers are invited to sign up for a gentle storytime of rhyming, movement & song.

To help keep families safe, please remember that sign up and masks will be required to attend all in-person events @ Blackstone Youth Services. If you’re not able to join us for an in-person storytime, a virtual storytime is also available at 11am. Space is limited & a waiting list will open when each event is full. Please be respectful of limited space & only sign up for events you can attend. If you are sick, please do not attend, just let Miss Carly know you’ll miss the event.

We can’t wait to see you @ the library! To sign up for this and other children’s events, visit our Youth Services Events Sign Up Page Here.

Online Stories & Music for babies through 24 months

Wednesday, September 29

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

A virtual storytime for babies up to 24 months!

If you aren’t able to join us in person, you’re still invited for an hour-long, gentle program of rhyming, movement & song…virtually! All you need is a computer, tablet, or phone & an internet connection to join the fun. Signup is required for each event.

Space is limited & a waiting list will open when each event is full. Please be respectful of limited space & only sign up for events you can attend. We can’t wait to see you soon! To sign up for this and other children’s events, visit our Youth Services Events Sign Up Page Here.

STEAM Punk’d for grades K-4

Wednesday, September 29

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

A monthly project that explores Science Technology Engineering Arts & Math

If you love Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math, then boy do we have the program for you! Wear your wildest steampunk outfit & join us on your Early Release Days for a monthly event that explores different elements of STEAM education. Kits will be available to pick up in-person the week of each event. Complete your project on your own or join Miss Carly virtually at 3:30 PM to experiment together!

To help keep families safe, we’re offering a variety of in-person & virtual events this fall @ Blackstone Youth Services. Space is limited & a waiting list will open when each event is full. Please be respectful of limited space & only sign up for events you can attend. We can’t wait to see you soon & explore the world of STEAM together! To sign up for this and other children’s events, visit our Youth Services Events Sign Up Page Here.

This program was made possible by the Friends of the Blackstone Memorial Library

Virtual Latin II (for grade 7-adult)

Every Wednesday

Wednesday, September 29

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Latin II is best suited for those who have completed at least a level I Latin course and are familiar with basic vocabulary and grammar, such as the five declensions, six cases, regular and irregular verbs, and all six verb tenses in the active voice of the indicative mood. This group learning experience will use the textbook Ecce Romani II. A textbook will be provided for each student. In addition to the lessons in the text, Latin mottoes such as Lux et veritas and Qui transtulit sustinet will be featured weekly.

Registration is required to receive a link to this online event. Contact the Reference Department at 203-488-1441, ext. 318 or email programs@blackstonelibrary.org for details. Class meets every Wednesday from 5:00-6:00pm.

Social Distance Knitting Group

Every Wednesday

Wednesday, September 29

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us for a weekly knitting group! Meetings are every Wednesday in the Blackstone Library Conference Room. Beginners and experienced knitters are welcome to drop in any time between 6:00 and 8:00pm.

Registration not required to attend this HYBRID (in person and on Zoom) event. If you would like to attend a meeting via Zoom, please contact the Reference Department at 203-488-1441, ext. 318 or email programs@blackstonelibrary.org for details.