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Wednesday, May 110:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Toddler Time
Get your wiggles out with songs, rhymes, shorter stories, and a ton of movement at this storytime perfect for busy toddlers!Wednesday, May 111:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Baby Snugglebugs Storytime, pre-walkers
Join 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.Wednesday, May 13:30—4:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Make-It! Club
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for an awesome craft, art project, or engineering puzzle!Recommended for kids ages 5+ and their caregivers. If your child is ages 5-9, please be prepared to stay with your child for the duration of the event.Wednesday, May 14:00—6:00 PM151 Main StreetMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Teen RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Teen Dungeons and Dragons: Seven Plunders
Choose your character, slay all of the monsters, loot all of the rooms, and gain all of the XP with a roll of the dice. NOTE: This option would happen WEEKLY every Wednesday, at 4:00, and will run in perpetuity.Wednesday, May 15:00—6:00 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Girls Who Code, Grades 5-8
Over the course of the academic year (Oct-May), Concord Girls Who Code members learn a variety of coding skills and work together to design, create, and produce a project that addresses a real world problem. Our adult and teen facilitators have a range of coding and project development skills.…Learn More
Wednesday, May 16:00—7:30 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Author Talk: Motherhood and Writing with Dora Farkas
Motherhood is one of the biggest changes in a woman's life, but how does it affect one's writing career? A mother of two girls and the author of two books, Dora Farkas will show how motherhood is one of the richest sources of inspiration to help women break through writer's block.…Learn More2
Thursday, May 29:30—11:30 AMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Knitters' Workshop
Stop by the Workshop every Thursday morning for a cup of coffee and two hours of informal, self-guided knitting with fellow Concord crafters! Needles and yarn scrap swap available for new knitters. All ages and experiences welcome.Thursday, May 210:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Preschool Storytime
Join Tracy for fun action-oriented stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes! 3
Friday, May 310:00—11:30 AMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
First Fridays with the League of Women Voters: Getting off Gas
Join us for a discussion about how we, as a society, can move away from gas as an energy and heating source. Speakers:Laura Davis, Mothers Out FrontAudrey Schulman, HEET, a nonprofit climate solutions incubatorPeter Lowitt, First Parish ChurchMichael McDonald, Concord Climate Action CommiteeModerated by Diane Proctor, LWVCC Board MemberIf you are attending virtually, please click HERE for the Zoom link.…Learn More
Friday, May 310:00—11:30 AMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
League of Women Voters - First Fridays
Friday, May 310:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Alphabet Storytime
Join us for stories, rhymes and songs focusing on a different letter of the alphabet each week!4
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 410:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Storytime with Author Bunmi Emenanjo (Main)
Join author Bunmi Emenanjo and Barefoot Books for a special storytime! Bunmi will share her debut picture book I'll See You in Ijebu, illustrated by Diana Ejaita. In it, a Catholic girl growing up in the bustling city of Lagos, Nigeria takes a trip to spend a week with her Muslim extended family in the countryside town of Ijebu to celebrate Eid al-Adha.…Learn More
Saturday, May 42:00—3:30 PM151 Main StreetMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
The WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Girl Up Presents: STEM Up!
Concord Carlisle High School’s Girl Up club will be hosting a STEM workshop for school age kids! We aim to empower kids of all genders by offering hands-on opportunities to create and innovate as well as learn from our Girl Up leaders. We will have multiple experiment options: simple slime, catapults, an egg drop, and even more options to appeal to and satisfy a wide variety of interests and skill levels.…Learn More
Saturday, May 43:00—4:00 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Korean Family Month: Calligraphy Demo & Alphabet Workshop | 붓글씨 구경 & 한글 첫걸음, all
Join teacher Gia Kang in the Activity Room for a Hangul | 한글 (Korean language) alphabet workshop. There will be a live calligraphy demonstration (붓글씨 구경) by Seong Youl Chung on the Social Stairs outside of the Children's Library following the workshop.…Learn More5
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn More6
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreMonday, May 610:30—11:15 AMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Musical Monday: Singalong with Sara
Start 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 More7
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 710:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Crafty Tuesday
Get your wiggles out with songs, rhymes, shorter stories, and a ton of movement at this storytime perfect for busy toddlers!Tuesday, May 74:00—4:30 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Sensory-Friendly Storytime, ages 0-6
Join us for a supportive experience that welcomes children of all abilities who benefit from calmer, quieter storyime with sensory-friendly elements.
This storytime will be limited to 12 families admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. Recommended for ages 0-5.…Learn More8
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreWednesday, May 810:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Toddler Time
Get your wiggles out with songs, rhymes, shorter stories, and a ton of movement at this storytime perfect for busy toddlers!Wednesday, May 811:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Baby Snugglebugs Storytime, pre-walkers
Join 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.Wednesday, May 83:30—4:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Make-It! Club
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for an awesome craft, art project, or engineering puzzle!Recommended for kids ages 5+ and their caregivers. If your child is ages 5-9, please be prepared to stay with your child for the duration of the event.Wednesday, May 85:00—6:00 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Girls Who Code, Grades 5-8
Over the course of the academic year (Oct-May), Concord Girls Who Code members learn a variety of coding skills and work together to design, create, and produce a project that addresses a real world problem. Our adult and teen facilitators have a range of coding and project development skills.…Learn More
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Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreThursday, May 99:30—11:30 AMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Knitters' Workshop
Stop by the Workshop every Thursday morning for a cup of coffee and two hours of informal, self-guided knitting with fellow Concord crafters! Needles and yarn scrap swap available for new knitters. All ages and experiences welcome.Thursday, May 910:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Preschool Storytime
Join Tracy for fun action-oriented stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes! 10
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreFriday, May 109:00 AM—1:00 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Main Library (129 Main St.)Main Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Library Closed due to Staff Training
Both libraries will be closed from 9am to 1pm on Friday, May 10 for staff training.
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Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 1110:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Yoga and Movement Storytime, ages 2-6
Children and caregivers, join Danielle each week for yoga, moving, singing and storytime!Saturday, May 113:00—3:15 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Read to Laddie the Collie, ages 5+ (Session 1)
Did you know that reading to dogs boosts reading skills & emotional & social skills for children? Read to Laddie the Collie, a good listener who loves stories!Saturday, May 113:15—3:30 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Read to Laddie the Collie, ages 5+ (Session 2)
Did you know that reading to dogs boosts reading skills & emotional & social skills for children? Read to Laddie the Collie, a good listener who loves stories!Saturday, May 113:30—3:45 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Read to Laddie the Collie, ages 5+ (Session 3)
Did you know that reading to dogs boosts reading skills & emotional & social skills for children? Read to Laddie the Collie, a good listener who loves stories!Saturday, May 113:45—4:00 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Read to Laddie the Collie, ages 5+ (Session 4)
Did you know that reading to dogs boosts reading skills & emotional & social skills for children? Read to Laddie the Collie, a good listener who loves stories!12
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn More13
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreMonday, May 1310:30—11:15 AMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Musical Monday: Rockabye Beats
Start 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 More14
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 1410:00—11:45 AMTrustees RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Tuesday Book Discussion: We Band of Angels, by Elizabeth Norman
Each month, join other readers to discuss a range of books, from classics to contemporary. For May, we will partner with the Military Family Support Group of Concord to discuss We Band of Angels: the untold story of American nurses trapped on Bataan, by Elizabeth Norman.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 1410:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Crafty Turtle Tuesday
Get your wiggles out with songs, rhymes, shorter stories, and a ton of movement at this storytime perfect for busy toddlers!Tuesday, May 143:00—5:30 PMTeen RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Teen Dungeons and Dragons
Teen Dungeons and Dragons run by teens, for teens. Email Erick if you want to join!Tuesday, May 144:00—4:30 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Sensory-Friendly Storytime, ages 0-6
Join us for a supportive experience that welcomes children of all abilities who benefit from calmer, quieter storyime with sensory-friendly elements.
This storytime will be limited to 12 families admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. Recommended for ages 0-5.…Learn More15
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreWednesday, May 1510:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Toddler Time
Get your wiggles out with songs, rhymes, shorter stories, and a ton of movement at this storytime perfect for busy toddlers!Wednesday, May 1511:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Baby Snugglebugs Storytime, pre-walkers
Join 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.Wednesday, May 153:30—4:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Make-It! Club
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for an awesome craft, art project, or engineering puzzle!Recommended for kids ages 5+ and their caregivers. If your child is ages 5-9, please be prepared to stay with your child for the duration of the event.Wednesday, May 155:00—6:00 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Girls Who Code, Grades 5-8
Over the course of the academic year (Oct-May), Concord Girls Who Code members learn a variety of coding skills and work together to design, create, and produce a project that addresses a real world problem. Our adult and teen facilitators have a range of coding and project development skills.…Learn More
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Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreThursday, May 169:30—11:30 AMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Knitters' Workshop
Stop by the Workshop every Thursday morning for a cup of coffee and two hours of informal, self-guided knitting with fellow Concord crafters! Needles and yarn scrap swap available for new knitters. All ages and experiences welcome.Thursday, May 1610:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Preschool Storytime
Join Tracy for fun action-oriented stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes! Thursday, May 166:00—7:30 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
The Life of Benjamin Ralph Kimlau - with Lt. Col. Love
Benjamin Ralph Kimlau (金勞少尉) (April 11, 1918 – March 5, 1944) was a Chinese American aviator and United States Air Force bomber pilot and native son of Concord. Kimlau was born in Concord on April 10, 1918, and lived in the area until he was 14.…Learn More17
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreFriday, May 1710:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Alphabet Storytime
Join us for stories, rhymes and songs focusing on a different letter of the alphabet each week!18
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 1810:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
The WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Korean Family Month: Family Crafting | 가족 공예
Join us for three special crafts in celebration of Korean Family Month. In the Children's Library:Learn the art of jongi jeobgi (folding colored paper) | 색종이 � �기 with Aeryun BurtLearn to write names in Hangul (Korean language) | 한글로 이름쓰기 with Yoon-Kyung AhnIn the Workshop:Flower Brush Painting | 수묵화 그리기 with Minhee KimLearn to paint flowers in a fun way using the materials and techniques characteristic of Korean brush painting.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 1810:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Yoga and Movement Storytime, ages 2-6
Children and caregivers, join Danielle each week for yoga, moving, singing and storytime!Saturday, May 1811:00 AM—12:30 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Wellness Week: QPR Training
QPR teaches three simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life. Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade and refer someone for help.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 1812:00—1:00 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Korean Family Month: Exploring Korean Music with Dalcroze Eurhythmics
Dalcroze Eurhythmics provides a unique approach to music education, inviting participants to move their whole bodies for an immersive experience within music. Through various methods, such as visualizing sounds, children can joyfully explore the cultural and rhythmic nuances of Korean music.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 181:00—3:00 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Wellness Week: Opting for Growth by Embracing Stress and Emotions
In this presentation, Dr. Karin Hodges will shed light on the systems and professions that have inadvertently contributed to the rise of childhood mental illness and the widespread mental health crisis. She'll explain the mechanisms that grow mental illness versus emotional well-being, and describe the essential resources that children require today for health and healing.…Learn More19
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreSunday, May 192:00—4:00 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Wellness Week: SoulCollage Creative Art Workshop
SoulCollage® is a creative and fun process of using your intuition and imagination to create a personal deck of collaged cards. It is a process that is truly accessible to everyone, even people who believe they have no artistic ability, and allows for easy, artful self-expression.…Learn More20
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreMonday, May 2010:30—11:15 AMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Musical Monday: Alan Goodrich
Start 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 MoreMonday, May 206:00—7:00 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Wellness Week: NAMI Sharing Our Stories
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) trained speakers share their personal experiences supporting a family member or loved one with a mental health condition. Audience members can ask questions and learn more about available resources. This Wellness Week program is cosponsored by NAMI Central Middlesex and The Concord Free Public Library.21
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 2111:00 AM—12:00 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Wellness Week: Yoga - Fit for Life
BYOM (bring your own mat!) for this gentle, flowing yoga experience with local instructor, Rama Valianti. Get your body moving and grooving, and learn some new techniques to breathe, be present in every moment, and keep your body healthy, agile and flexible in a welcoming, fun atmosphere.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 213:30—4:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Teens Make-It!
No younger siblings to bug you, no random adults to take up all the spots. Come the Make-It Club program developed exclusively by and for teens. For makers 11-18 years only. This session: Team Tower Defense. Two teams with identical supplies and one objective: Have the tallest tower left standing.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 216:00—7:00 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Wellness Week: Yoga - Be Where Your Feet Are
BYOM (bring your own mat!) for a flowing blend of movement, mayhem and shenanigans with local instructor, Rama Valiant. Hatha, vinyasa, and athletic yoga with a focus on fun, breathing and presence. All levels welcome, ages 16 and up. Rama Valianti has been doing yoga for 32 years and teaching for 28.…Learn More22
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreWednesday, May 2211:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Baby Snugglebugs Storytime, pre-walkers
Join 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.Wednesday, May 2212:30—1:15 PMFront LawnMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Wellness Week: Read for WellBeing: Books about Wellness and Mindful Living
Join us for a lunchtime discussion about books that inspire healthy habits. Join Lara Wilson, who shares mindful books during her popular Thursday Morning Library Meditation, to explore popular wellness titles such as the bestsellers, Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown, Breath by James Nestor, The Myth of Normal by Gabor Maté, The Way Forward by yung pueblo, and more.…Learn MoreWednesday, May 223:30—4:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Make-It! Club
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for an awesome craft, art project, or engineering puzzle!Recommended for kids ages 5+ and their caregivers. If your child is ages 5-9, please be prepared to stay with your child for the duration of the event.Wednesday, May 225:00—6:00 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Girls Who Code, Grades 5-8
Over the course of the academic year (Oct-May), Concord Girls Who Code members learn a variety of coding skills and work together to design, create, and produce a project that addresses a real world problem. Our adult and teen facilitators have a range of coding and project development skills.…Learn More
Wednesday, May 225:00—6:00 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Code for the Wild: Massachusetts’ Endangered Species Show with Girls Who Code
Join our 2023-24 Girls Who Code cohort as they present their final project: "Code for the Wild"! They'll share what they learned about local endangered species, circuitry, and coding during this year's program. All ages welcome.
Wednesday, May 226:00—7:30 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Wellness Week: Caring for Aging Adults
Join us for an informative panel on caregiving for aging parents and loved ones, including folks facing the challenges of Dementia. Nicole Saia, LICSW, will present on what to know about types of care, how to pay for care, safety tips for those with physical and cognitive challenges, how to interact with loved ones with dementia, and how to cope with the emotional aspects of caring for an aging loved one.…Learn More23
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreThursday, May 2310:30—11:00 AMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Preschool Storytime
Join Tracy for fun action-oriented stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes! Thursday, May 236:00—7:30 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Wellness Week: Wellness Planning
Learn about wellness planning and how to create a wellness plan that is based on 5 pillars: Hope, Personal Responsibility, Education, Support, and Self-Advocacy. Self-Determination is supported throughout this process because you are an expert on yourself and what you need to do to be well on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis.…Learn More24
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn More25
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 259:30—10:15 AMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Wellness Week: Drums Alive for Kids & Seniors
Drums Alive is a unique sensory-motor drumming program involving drumsticks, exercise balls and music. The rhythm of the drumming and movement patterns increase synchronization of brain wave activity and improve mental awareness. In this intergenerational class, we bring children and seniors together for a fantastic whole body, happiness-fueled experience.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 2510:30—11:15 AMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Wellness Week: Drums Alive for Kids & Seniors
Drums Alive is a unique sensory-motor drumming program involving drumsticks, exercise balls and music. The rhythm of the drumming and movement patterns increase synchronization of brain wave activity and improve mental awareness. In this intergenerational class, we bring children and seniors together for a fantastic whole body, happiness-fueled experience.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 253:00—4:00 PMFront LawnMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Korean Family Month: Samulnori Concert
Join the Concord Free Public Library for a live Samulnori concert by the Korean Performing Arts Institute of Chicago! Samulnori ("samul" for "four things" and "nori" for "to play") is a percussion quartet consisting of barrel drum (Buk), hourglass-shaped drum (Janggu), gong (Jing), and small gong (Kkwaenggwari).…Learn More26
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn More27
Monday, May 27All Closed
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Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn More28
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 283:30—4:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Teen Library (Robot) Fight Club
First rule of Library (Robot) Fight Club: tell all your friends about Library (Robot) Fight Club. Tuesday, May 284:00—5:30 PM151 Main StreetMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Teen RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Teen Mario Kart Tournament
Prizes are up for grabs at this weighted win Mario Kart tournament, but bring your deodorant because the competition in this classic racer is gonna be extra sweaty (figuratively and literally, probably).29
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn MoreWednesday, May 2911:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Activity RoomMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Baby Snugglebugs Storytime, pre-walkers
Join 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.Wednesday, May 293:30—4:30 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Make-It! Club
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for an awesome craft, art project, or engineering puzzle geared towards kids ages 5 to 10 and their caregivers.Wednesday, May 294:30—6:30 PMGoodwin ForumMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Concord Social Justice Roundtable
The League of Women Voters of Concord-Carlisle, the Town of Concord's DEI Commission, and the Concord Free Public Library invite you to represent your organization in our fourth Concord Social Justice Roundtable efforts to make Concord and Carlisle a more inclusive community where everyone feels they belong.…Learn MoreWednesday, May 295:00—6:00 PMThe WorkshopMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Girls Who Code, Grades 5-8
Over the course of the academic year (Oct-May), Concord Girls Who Code members learn a variety of coding skills and work together to design, create, and produce a project that addresses a real world problem. Our adult and teen facilitators have a range of coding and project development skills.…Learn More
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Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn More31
Saturday, May 4All DayMunroe GalleryMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742
Art of the Korean Calligraphy - 한글 서예 전시
The exhibition features Korean Calligraphy scrolls and books by Seong Ryul Chung and his students. Seong Ryul Chung is a calligraphy teacher at the New England Korean School in Newton where he has been teaching for over 18 years. Seung Ryul Chung grew up in the atmosphere of Confucius Scholastic.…Learn More