December 2024

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Monday, December 210:30—11:15 AMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Musical Monday: Rockabye Beats

Musical Monday: Rockabye BeatsStart your week off right by dancing, singing, and having some fun at Musical Monday!Rockabye Beats is a fun, family group whose music is reminiscent of founder Marcos Valles’s Puerto Rico. Their songs offer a range of styles from rock n’ roll to calypso to funk and even blues.…Learn More

Monday, December 25:00—5:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

PJ Storytime at Fowler, Ages 5 & under

Get ready for bed with songs and stories! Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring a stuffie. Ages 5 & under, siblings welcome.

Monday, December 25:30—7:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Gelli Plate Printing

Gelli Plate PrintingLearn the basics of printing with a gelli plate from local artist Kimberly Stoney! Recommended for makers ages 11 to 111.
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Tuesday, December 310:00—10:45 AMLabyrinth Garden at West Concord Union ChurchFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Meeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Fowler Storytime, Ages 5 & under

Join us at Fowler for storytime! We'll share stories, songs, and rhymes and do a simple hands-on activity. Indoor: In the case of poor weather, storytime will be held in our large meeting room.  Outdoor: If weather allows, we will meet across the street at the labyrinth garden at the West Concord Union Church (1317 Main St).…Learn More

Tuesday, December 311:00—11:45 AMLabyrinth Garden at West Concord Union ChurchFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Meeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Fowler Storytime, Ages 5 and under

Join us at Fowler for storytime! We'll share stories, songs, and rhymes and do a simple hands-on activity. Indoor: In the case of poor weather, storytime will be held in our large meeting room.  Outdoor: If weather allows, we will meet across the street at the labyrinth garden at the West Concord Union Church (1317 Main St).…Learn More

Tuesday, December 31:00—2:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Stitch Circle at Fowler

Join fellow knitting, crocheting, needlework, etc. enthusiasts for weekly social crafting. Help each other out of tough spots, share patterns and tips, and enjoy creating together.  

Tuesday, December 34:30—5:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Art for All Abilities at Fowler, Teen & Adult

Art for All comes to Fowler! Every Tuesday from 4:30 to 5:30, teens and adults with cognitive differences are welcome to attend Arts and Crafts Club. Projects and activities may include making art for local shows, making greeting cards, and playing drawing games.…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 410:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Toddler Time, ages 0-5

Toddler Time, ages 0-5Get your wiggles out with songs, rhymes, shorter stories, and a ton of movement at this storytime perfect for busy toddlers!

Wednesday, December 411:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

CANCELED - Baby Snugglebugs Storytime

Baby Snugglebugs StorytimeJoin us for an opportunity to meet other parents and caregivers of infants and pre-walking babies in this introduction to the world of early literacy. Share parenting experiences with one another and bond with your baby through lap bounces, nursery rhymes, songs, and, of course, books! Recommended for infants and pre-walking babies.…Learn More

Wednesday, December 42:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

The Bookworms (Grades 4-8)

The Bookworms (Grades 4-8)Make friends and discuss books over yummy snacks! Join us on the 1st Wednesday of each month.

Wednesday, December 43:30—4:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Make-It! Club, ages 5+

Make-It! Club, ages 5+Join us every Wednesday afternoon for an awesome craft, art project, or engineering puzzle!Recommended for kids ages 5-10 and their caregivers. If your child is ages 5-9, please be prepared to stay with your child for the duration of the event. This program is made possible by the generous support of the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library and the Concord Free Public Library Corporation.

Wednesday, December 44:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Craft Lab at Fowler, Ages 12 & under

Drop by Fowler to craft, experiment, and create. Join us each week for hands-on artistic exploration.  When weather permits, we will meet in the Fowler backyard. Questions? Call Fowler at 978-318-3350.

Wednesday, December 44:00—6:00 PMTeen RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Teen Dungeons and Dragons (high school)

Teen Dungeons and Dragons (high school)Our older player game: Seven Plunders of the World! Join the high seas hijinks and lay waste to nasty critters with a roll of the dice! PLEASE NOTE! If you wish to drop in, please have a level 3 character ready to go, or, see Erick at the Teen desk…Learn More

Wednesday, December 45:00—6:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Girls Who Code

Girls Who CodeOur Girls Who Code club is part of a national non-profit that aims to close the gender gap in technology and to change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. Our participants (ages 10 to 14) meet weekly on Wednesdays at 5 PM from October to May to: learn to code from local women in STEM fields, build relationships with peers and role models in a safe, supportive environment, and work together to design and complete community-oriented projects that matter to them.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 510:00—10:30 AMZoom

ZOOM Storytime from Fowler, Ages 5 & under

Join Fowler staff online for weekly songs, stories, and rhymes.  

Thursday, December 510:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Storytime at Main, ages 0-5

Storytime at Main, ages 0-5Join Tracy for fun, action-oriented stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Thursday, December 511:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Messy Fun at Fowler, Ages 5 & under

What's more fun than getting messy? Getting messy somewhere that isn't in your house! Drop by the Fowler backyard weekly for a range of activities from play dough to blocks. Stay for 15 minutes or for the full hour. We will have different stations, allowing for child-guided play and socializing.…Learn More

Thursday, December 56:00—7:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Cricut Charcuterie!

Cricut Charcuterie!Learn to use our Cricut cutting machines and heat presses to decorate your own bamboo charcuterie board! Recommended for makers ages 10 to 110.
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Friday, December 69:00 AM—4:00 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Main Library (129 Main St.)Main Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

2024 Holiday Book Sale at the Library

Holiday flyerThe 2024 Holiday Book Sale will take place in the Goodwin Forum of the Main Library on December 6 & 7, 9:00 a. m. - 4:00 p. m. and December 8, 1:00 - 4:00 p. m. The Book Sale will be full of nearly-new or gently used books, movies, and music CDs for adults and children.…Learn More

Friday, December 610:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Alphabet Storytime, ages 0-5

Alphabet Storytime, ages 0-5Join us for stories, rhymes and songs focusing on a different letter of the alphabet each week! Recommended for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Friday, December 63:30—4:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Lego Club at Fowler, Ages 12 and under

Come play with us! Join fellow builders to construct from our Lego collection. Try out weekly challenges or work on your own project. Drop in at any time during Lego Club to join the fun!
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Saturday, December 79:00 AM—4:00 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Main Library (129 Main St.)Main Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

2024 Holiday Book Sale at the Library

Holiday flyerThe 2024 Holiday Book Sale will take place in the Goodwin Forum of the Main Library on December 6 & 7, 9:00 a. m. - 4:00 p. m. and December 8, 1:00 - 4:00 p. m. The Book Sale will be full of nearly-new or gently used books, movies, and music CDs for adults and children.…Learn More

Saturday, December 710:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

CANCELLED: Yoga & Movement Storytime, ages 2-6

CANCELLED: Yoga & Movement Storytime, ages 2-6Due to staff illness, this program has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience and we hope to see you next week!Books are brought to life through yoga, movement and song! We will strengthen our minds, bodies, breath and heart.  Recommended for kids ages 2 - 6 and their caregivers.

Saturday, December 710:30 AM—12:00 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

RESCHEDULED Sustainable Makes: Upcycled Container Candles

RESCHEDULED Sustainable Makes: Upcycled Container CandlesGive discarded glass and ceramic containers new life as a custom poured candle! Recommended for makers ages 8 to 108.

Saturday, December 711:00—11:45 AMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Musical Morning with Ricardo at Fowler, Ages 7 & under

Ricardo Rosales will join us on the first Saturday of each month for a special music class in Spanish and English. Expand your musical and language skills!About Ricardo:Ricardo Rosales is a classically trained bassoonist from the school of music of Guanajuato University, Mexico.…Learn More

Saturday, December 712:00—2:00 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

LEGO Explorers

LEGO ExplorersEnjoy free building with your friends using LEGO bricks, Duplo blocks, Megabloks, and other building toys!

Saturday, December 72:00—3:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Sustainable Makes: Upcycled Container Candles

Sustainable Makes: Upcycled Container CandlesGive discarded glass and ceramic containers new life as a custom poured candle! Recommended for makers ages 8 to 108.

Saturday, December 73:00—3:30 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

- Read to Laddie (2 Events)

Read to LaddieAre you looking to improve your reading? Meet with Laddie for a 10-15 minute reading session. This program is designed for developing readers of all ages.  Laddie is a certified therapy dog through Pets and People Foundation.  
Select an occurrence to register for:
3:00—3:15 PMRead to Laddie (FULL)
3:15—3:30 PMRead to Laddie (FULL)
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Sunday, December 81:00—4:00 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Main Library (129 Main St.)Main Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

2024 Holiday Book Sale at the Library

Holiday flyerThe 2024 Holiday Book Sale will take place in the Goodwin Forum of the Main Library on December 6 & 7, 9:00 a. m. - 4:00 p. m. and December 8, 1:00 - 4:00 p. m. The Book Sale will be full of nearly-new or gently used books, movies, and music CDs for adults and children.…Learn More
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Monday, December 910:30—11:15 AMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Musical Monday: Julie Stepanek

Musical Monday: Julie StepanekStart your week off right by dancing, singing, and having some fun at Musical Monday!Featuring songs you know and some songs you might not know, join musician Julie Stepanek and stretch, stomp, sing, and shake out your sillies--all to the sweet sounds of the ukulele.…Learn More

Monday, December 95:00—5:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

PJ Storytime at Fowler, Ages 5 & under

Get ready for bed with songs and stories! Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring a stuffie. Ages 5 & under, siblings welcome.

Monday, December 95:30—7:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Gelli Plate Printing

Gelli Plate PrintingLearn the basics of printing with a gelli plate from local artist Kimberly Stoney! Recommended for makers ages 11 to 111.
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Tuesday, December 1010:00—10:45 AMLabyrinth Garden at West Concord Union ChurchFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Meeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Fowler Storytime, Ages 5 & under

Join us at Fowler for storytime! We'll share stories, songs, and rhymes and do a simple hands-on activity. Indoor: In the case of poor weather, storytime will be held in our large meeting room.  Outdoor: If weather allows, we will meet across the street at the labyrinth garden at the West Concord Union Church (1317 Main St).…Learn More

Tuesday, December 1011:00—11:45 AMLabyrinth Garden at West Concord Union ChurchFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Meeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Fowler Storytime, Ages 5 and under

Join us at Fowler for storytime! We'll share stories, songs, and rhymes and do a simple hands-on activity. Indoor: In the case of poor weather, storytime will be held in our large meeting room.  Outdoor: If weather allows, we will meet across the street at the labyrinth garden at the West Concord Union Church (1317 Main St).…Learn More

Tuesday, December 101:00—2:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Stitch Circle at Fowler

Join fellow knitting, crocheting, needlework, etc. enthusiasts for weekly social crafting. Help each other out of tough spots, share patterns and tips, and enjoy creating together.  

Tuesday, December 104:30—5:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Art for All Abilities at Fowler, Teen & Adult

Art for All comes to Fowler! Every Tuesday from 4:30 to 5:30, teens and adults with cognitive differences are welcome to attend Arts and Crafts Club. Projects and activities may include making art for local shows, making greeting cards, and playing drawing games.…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 1110:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Toddler Time, ages 0-5

Toddler Time, ages 0-5Get your wiggles out with songs, rhymes, shorter stories, and a ton of movement at this storytime perfect for busy toddlers!

Wednesday, December 1111:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Baby Snugglebugs Storytime

Baby Snugglebugs StorytimeJoin us for an opportunity to meet other parents and caregivers of infants and pre-walking babies in this introduction to the world of early literacy. Share parenting experiences with one another and bond with your baby through lap bounces, nursery rhymes, songs, and, of course, books! Recommended for infants and pre-walking babies.…Learn More

Wednesday, December 112:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Craft Lab at Fowler, Ages 12 & under

Drop by Fowler to craft, experiment, and create. Join us each week for hands-on artistic exploration.  When weather permits, we will meet in the Fowler backyard. Questions? Call Fowler at 978-318-3350.

Wednesday, December 114:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Craft Lab at Fowler, Ages 12 & under

Drop by Fowler to craft, experiment, and create. Join us each week for hands-on artistic exploration.  When weather permits, we will meet in the Fowler backyard. Questions? Call Fowler at 978-318-3350.

Wednesday, December 114:00—5:00 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Nutcracker Reading with Commonwealth Ballet Company, ages 4-10

Nutcracker Reading with Commonwealth Ballet Company, ages 4-10Join us for a reading of the classic tale, The Nutcracker. Several ballet dancers from the Commonwealth Ballet Company will help bring the story to life in their elegant and colorful costumes as the story is read aloud. This is a wonderful opportunity for children to see and meet their favorite characters from the beloved tale.…Learn More

Wednesday, December 114:00—6:00 PMTeen RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Teen Dungeons and Dragons (middle school)

Teen Dungeons and Dragons (middle school)Drop in to this middle school game of Dungeons and Dragons: Settling Debt! Build your character, pick your gear, and lay waste to nasty critters with a roll of the dice! PLEASE NOTE! We've got about 14 players, so we need to save game time for playing, and cannot spare the time to make new characters.…Learn More

Wednesday, December 115:00—6:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Girls Who Code

Girls Who CodeOur Girls Who Code club is part of a national non-profit that aims to close the gender gap in technology and to change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. Our participants (ages 10 to 14) meet weekly on Wednesdays at 5 PM from October to May to: learn to code from local women in STEM fields, build relationships with peers and role models in a safe, supportive environment, and work together to design and complete community-oriented projects that matter to them.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 1210:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Storytime at Main, ages 0-5

Storytime at Main, ages 0-5Join Tracy for fun, action-oriented stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Thursday, December 1211:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Messy Fun at Fowler, Ages 5 & under

What's more fun than getting messy? Getting messy somewhere that isn't in your house! Drop by the Fowler backyard weekly for a range of activities from play dough to blocks. Stay for 15 minutes or for the full hour. We will have different stations, allowing for child-guided play and socializing.…Learn More
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Friday, December 1310:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Alphabet Storytime, ages 0-5

Alphabet Storytime, ages 0-5Join us for stories, rhymes and songs focusing on a different letter of the alphabet each week! Recommended for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Friday, December 133:30—4:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Lego Club at Fowler, Ages 12 and under

Come play with us! Join fellow builders to construct from our Lego collection. Try out weekly challenges or work on your own project. Drop in at any time during Lego Club to join the fun!
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Saturday, December 1410:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Yoga & Movement Storytime, ages 2-6

Yoga & Movement Storytime, ages 2-6Books are brought to life through yoga, movement and song! We will strengthen our minds, bodies, breath and heart.  Recommended for kids ages 2 - 6 and their caregivers.

Saturday, December 1410:30 AM—1:30 PMFowler Branch (1322 Main St.)Fowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

West Concord Holiday Stroll at Fowler

It's time for the Holiday Stroll in West Concord, today from 10-2! Fowler will join local businesses and organizations to celebrate the season. Stop by to make citrus garlands and buttons and stay for cider! Mothers Out Front will be here from 11:30-1:30 to demonstrate an induction burner by making mulled cider for all.…Learn More

Saturday, December 1411:00—11:30 AMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Saturday Studio at Fowler, Ages 5 & under

Join Fowler staff each week for a mix of stories, crafting, and other hands-on activities. On the first Saturday of each month, Ricardo Rosales will lead a morning of music in English and Spanish. On the last Saturday of each month, Mothers Out Front will join us for a special "Sustainability Studio," in which we will learn about different ways we can help our planet.…Learn More

Saturday, December 1412:00—2:00 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

LEGO Explorers

LEGO ExplorersEnjoy free building with your friends using LEGO bricks, Duplo blocks, Megabloks, and other building toys!
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Monday, December 1610:30—11:15 AMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Musical Monday: Hugh Hanley

Musical Monday: Hugh HanleyStart your week off right by dancing, singing, and having some fun at Musical Monday!Come join the fun at this music/play activity session led by Hugh Hanley, a nationally–known early childhood educator and musical entertainer who specializes in programs for young children and their teachers and families.…Learn More

Monday, December 165:00—5:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

PJ Storytime at Fowler, Ages 5 & under

Get ready for bed with songs and stories! Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring a stuffie. Ages 5 & under, siblings welcome.
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Tuesday, December 1710:00—10:45 AMLabyrinth Garden at West Concord Union ChurchFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Meeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Fowler Storytime, Ages 5 & under

Join us at Fowler for storytime! We'll share stories, songs, and rhymes and do a simple hands-on activity. Indoor: In the case of poor weather, storytime will be held in our large meeting room.  Outdoor: If weather allows, we will meet across the street at the labyrinth garden at the West Concord Union Church (1317 Main St).…Learn More

Tuesday, December 1711:00—11:45 AMLabyrinth Garden at West Concord Union ChurchFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Meeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Fowler Storytime, Ages 5 and under

Join us at Fowler for storytime! We'll share stories, songs, and rhymes and do a simple hands-on activity. Indoor: In the case of poor weather, storytime will be held in our large meeting room.  Outdoor: If weather allows, we will meet across the street at the labyrinth garden at the West Concord Union Church (1317 Main St).…Learn More

Tuesday, December 171:00—2:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Stitch Circle at Fowler

Join fellow knitting, crocheting, needlework, etc. enthusiasts for weekly social crafting. Help each other out of tough spots, share patterns and tips, and enjoy creating together.  

Tuesday, December 173:30—5:00 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Library (Robot) Fight Club

Library (Robot) Fight ClubFirst rule of Library (Robot) Fight Club: tell all your friends about Library (Robot) Fight Club. Join us every third Tuesday of the month to build, hack, and battle real remote-control bots. For makers ages 11 to 18. The Workshop is made possible by the generous support of the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library and the Concord Free Public Library Corporation, a charitable organization funded solely through private philanthropy.

Tuesday, December 174:00—6:00 PMTeen RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Teen Video Game Tournament

Teen Video Game TournamentPrizes are up for grabs at this Jackbox Party Pack 7 tournament, but bring your deodorant because the competition in this free-for-all Rube Goldberg racer is gonna be extra sweaty (figuratively and literally, probably).

Tuesday, December 174:30—5:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Art for All Abilities at Fowler, Teen & Adult

Art for All comes to Fowler! Every Tuesday from 4:30 to 5:30, teens and adults with cognitive differences are welcome to attend Arts and Crafts Club. Projects and activities may include making art for local shows, making greeting cards, and playing drawing games.…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 1810:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Toddler Time, ages 0-5

Toddler Time, ages 0-5Get your wiggles out with songs, rhymes, shorter stories, and a ton of movement at this storytime perfect for busy toddlers!

Wednesday, December 1811:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Baby Snugglebugs Storytime

Baby Snugglebugs StorytimeJoin us for an opportunity to meet other parents and caregivers of infants and pre-walking babies in this introduction to the world of early literacy. Share parenting experiences with one another and bond with your baby through lap bounces, nursery rhymes, songs, and, of course, books! Recommended for infants and pre-walking babies.…Learn More

Wednesday, December 183:30—4:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Make-It! Club, ages 5+

Make-It! Club, ages 5+Join us every Wednesday afternoon for an awesome craft, art project, or engineering puzzle!Recommended for kids ages 5-10 and their caregivers. If your child is ages 5-9, please be prepared to stay with your child for the duration of the event. This program is made possible by the generous support of the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library and the Concord Free Public Library Corporation.

Wednesday, December 184:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Craft Lab at Fowler, Ages 12 & under

Drop by Fowler to craft, experiment, and create. Join us each week for hands-on artistic exploration.  When weather permits, we will meet in the Fowler backyard. Questions? Call Fowler at 978-318-3350.

Wednesday, December 184:00—6:00 PMTeen RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Teen Dungeons and Dragons (high school)

Teen Dungeons and Dragons (high school)Our older player game: Seven Plunders of the World! Join the high seas hijinks and lay waste to nasty critters with a roll of the dice! PLEASE NOTE! If you wish to drop in, please have a level 3 character ready to go, or, see Erick at the Teen desk…Learn More

Wednesday, December 185:00—6:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Girls Who Code

Girls Who CodeOur Girls Who Code club is part of a national non-profit that aims to close the gender gap in technology and to change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. Our participants (ages 10 to 14) meet weekly on Wednesdays at 5 PM from October to May to: learn to code from local women in STEM fields, build relationships with peers and role models in a safe, supportive environment, and work together to design and complete community-oriented projects that matter to them.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 1910:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Storytime at Main, ages 0-5

Storytime at Main, ages 0-5Join Tracy for fun, action-oriented stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Thursday, December 1911:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Messy Fun at Fowler, Ages 5 & under

What's more fun than getting messy? Getting messy somewhere that isn't in your house! Drop by the Fowler backyard weekly for a range of activities from play dough to blocks. Stay for 15 minutes or for the full hour. We will have different stations, allowing for child-guided play and socializing.…Learn More

Thursday, December 194:00—7:00 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Sustainable Makes: Wrap Party with Alex Makes Art

Sustainable Makes: Wrap Party with Alex Makes ArtUse the Workshop's tools to make your holiday season a little greener this year! Makers of all ages welcome.

Thursday, December 194:30—5:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Read to a Dog at Fowler

Photograph of Samantha, a golden retriever.Are you looking to improve your reading? Join Samantha, a young golden retriever, on the 3rd Thursday of the month for a 10-15 minute reading session. No advance registration required. When you arrive, sign up and choose a book to read, and we will do our best to accommodate all interested participants! This program is designed for developing readers of all ages.…Learn More
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Friday, December 2010:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Alphabet Storytime, ages 0-5

Alphabet Storytime, ages 0-5Join us for stories, rhymes and songs focusing on a different letter of the alphabet each week! Recommended for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Friday, December 203:30—4:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Lego Club at Fowler, Ages 12 and under

Come play with us! Join fellow builders to construct from our Lego collection. Try out weekly challenges or work on your own project. Drop in at any time during Lego Club to join the fun!
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Saturday, December 2110:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Yoga & Movement Storytime, ages 2-6

Yoga & Movement Storytime, ages 2-6Books are brought to life through yoga, movement and song! We will strengthen our minds, bodies, breath and heart.  Recommended for kids ages 2 - 6 and their caregivers.

Saturday, December 2111:00—11:30 AMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Saturday Studio at Fowler, Ages 5 & under

Join Fowler staff each week for a mix of stories, crafting, and other hands-on activities. On the first Saturday of each month, Ricardo Rosales will lead a morning of music in English and Spanish. On the last Saturday of each month, Mothers Out Front will join us for a special "Sustainability Studio," in which we will learn about different ways we can help our planet.…Learn More

Saturday, December 2112:00—2:00 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

LEGO Explorers

LEGO ExplorersEnjoy free building with your friends using LEGO bricks, Duplo blocks, Megabloks, and other building toys!

Saturday, December 2112:30—4:30 PMMain Library (129 Main St.)Main Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Teen RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Teen Magic the Gathering Draft tournament

Teen Magic the Gathering Draft tournamentCome crack some packs and eat some snacks at our Magic the Gathering: Wilds of Eldraine draft event! We'll open a fresh box of cards, build 40 card decks, and compete for prizes. Learn strategy and deck construction theory along the way!
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Monday, December 2310:30—11:15 AMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Musical Monday: Alan Goodrich

Musical Monday: Alan GoodrichStart your week off right by dancing, singing, and having some fun at Musical Monday!Enjoy music and stories with Alan Goodrich! Alan is a guitarist and singer-songwriter/solo performer who presents live music concerts "for kids of all ages" including classic and current children's songs and original songs.…Learn More

Monday, December 232:30—4:30 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

- Gingerbread Party (4 Events)

Gingerbread PartyCelebrate the arrival of the giant gingerbread house by enjoying a variety of gingerbread crafts including decorating your very own cookie to take home!Register here to reserve your spot in the 2:30-3pm session. Spaces will be granted on a first to arrive basis if there is room on the day of the event.…Learn More
Select an occurrence to register for:
2:30—3:00 PMGingerbread Party
3:00—3:30 PMGingerbread Party
3:30—4:00 PMGingerbread Party
4:00—4:30 PMGingerbread Party

Monday, December 235:00—5:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

PJ Storytime at Fowler, Ages 5 & under

Get ready for bed with songs and stories! Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring a stuffie. Ages 5 & under, siblings welcome.
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Tuesday, December 2410:00—10:45 AMLabyrinth Garden at West Concord Union ChurchFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Meeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Fowler Storytime, Ages 5 & under

Join us at Fowler for storytime! We'll share stories, songs, and rhymes and do a simple hands-on activity. Indoor: In the case of poor weather, storytime will be held in our large meeting room.  Outdoor: If weather allows, we will meet across the street at the labyrinth garden at the West Concord Union Church (1317 Main St).…Learn More

Tuesday, December 2411:00—11:45 AMLabyrinth Garden at West Concord Union ChurchFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Meeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Fowler Storytime, Ages 5 and under

Join us at Fowler for storytime! We'll share stories, songs, and rhymes and do a simple hands-on activity. Indoor: In the case of poor weather, storytime will be held in our large meeting room.  Outdoor: If weather allows, we will meet across the street at the labyrinth garden at the West Concord Union Church (1317 Main St).…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 25All Closed

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Wednesday, December 255:00—6:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

CANCELED - Girls Who Code

Girls Who CodeOur Girls Who Code club is part of a national non-profit that aims to close the gender gap in technology and to change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. Our participants (ages 10 to 14) meet weekly on Wednesdays at 5 PM from October to May to: learn to code from local women in STEM fields, build relationships with peers and role models in a safe, supportive environment, and work together to design and complete community-oriented projects that matter to them.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 26All DayChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Squishy Egg Hunt, ages 3+

Squishy Egg Hunt, ages 3+150 eggs with mini-squishies inside are hiding inside the Children's Library! Visit and see how many you can find. You can take up to 5 prizes per day. The hunt is on until all 150 eggs are found! Please return your eggs to the Children's Desk and take only your prizes home.…Learn More

Thursday, December 2610:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Storytime at Main, ages 0-5

Storytime at Main, ages 0-5Join Tracy for fun, action-oriented stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Thursday, December 2611:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Messy Fun at Fowler, Ages 5 & under

What's more fun than getting messy? Getting messy somewhere that isn't in your house! Drop by the Fowler backyard weekly for a range of activities from play dough to blocks. Stay for 15 minutes or for the full hour. We will have different stations, allowing for child-guided play and socializing.…Learn More
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Friday, December 2710:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Alphabet Storytime, ages 0-5

Alphabet Storytime, ages 0-5Join us for stories, rhymes and songs focusing on a different letter of the alphabet each week! Recommended for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Friday, December 2711:30 AM—12:30 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Indoor Sock Skating Party, ages 0-5

Indoor Sock Skating Party, ages 0-5Enjoy a cozy afternoon of sock skating in our indoor "ice" rink without the need to bundle up--and without any skates!

Friday, December 272:30—3:30 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Indoor Sock Skating Party, ages 5-12

Indoor Sock Skating Party, ages 5-12Enjoy a cozy afternoon of sock skating in our indoor "ice" rink without the need to bundle up--and without any skates!

Friday, December 273:30—4:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Lego Club at Fowler, Ages 12 and under

Come play with us! Join fellow builders to construct from our Lego collection. Try out weekly challenges or work on your own project. Drop in at any time during Lego Club to join the fun!
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Saturday, December 2810:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Yoga & Movement Storytime, ages 2-6

Yoga & Movement Storytime, ages 2-6Books are brought to life through yoga, movement and song! We will strengthen our minds, bodies, breath and heart.  Recommended for kids ages 2 - 6 and their caregivers.

Saturday, December 2811:00—11:30 AMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Saturday Studio at Fowler, Ages 5 & under

Join Fowler staff each week for a mix of stories, crafting, and other hands-on activities. On the first Saturday of each month, Ricardo Rosales will lead a morning of music in English and Spanish. On the last Saturday of each month, Mothers Out Front will join us for a special "Sustainability Studio," in which we will learn about different ways we can help our planet.…Learn More

Saturday, December 2812:00—2:00 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

LEGO Explorers

LEGO ExplorersEnjoy free building with your friends using LEGO bricks, Duplo blocks, Megabloks, and other building toys!
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Monday, December 3010:30—11:15 AMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Musical Monday

Musical MondayStart your week off right by dancing, singing, and having some fun at Musical Monday! This program is made possible by the generous support of the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library, a patron-supported non-profit organization. Learn more and support the Friends’ work.…Learn More

Monday, December 303:30—4:30 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

"Drive-In" Movie, ages 2+

"Drive-In" Movie, ages 2+Join us for a special "drive-in" movie for kids, where you'll be able to customize your very own cardboard box car and then use it as your seat while enjoying a short movie and snacks! You'll be able to take your car home, too! Register here to reserve your spot.…Learn More

Monday, December 305:00—5:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

PJ Storytime at Fowler, Ages 5 & under

Get ready for bed with songs and stories! Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring a stuffie. Ages 5 & under, siblings welcome.
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Tuesday, December 3111:00 AM—12:15 PMLabyrinth Garden at West Concord Union ChurchFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Meeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Family Noon Year's Eve at Fowler

Let's ring in 2025 early! Wear your sparkly best, and join Fowler staff for crafts, music, and a countdown for when the clock strikes 12! We will cheer in the new year with snacks.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 311:00—2:30 PMMeeting RoomFowler Library1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Stitch Circle at Fowler

Join fellow knitting, crocheting, needlework, etc. enthusiasts for weekly social crafting. Help each other out of tough spots, share patterns and tips, and enjoy creating together.