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Saturday, October 12:00—6:00 PMBanta Davis Fields, Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA
2nd Annual Charity Softball Game
Be sure to stop by our Gleason Public Library tent at the 2nd Annual Charity Softball Game!For more information about the event, please visit http://www. carlislemapto. org/softball. htmlOur table is sponsored by our wonderful Friends of the Gleason Public Library.2
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Monday, October 310:30 AM—12:00 PMZoom
Community Book Club
October: The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared, by Jonas JonassonThe Carlisle Community Book Club welcomes new members anytime. Members take turns suggesting a book, and because the members have different reading habits and suggest a wide range of books, everyone broadens their horizons.…Learn MoreMonday, October 31:00—3:00 PMHollis RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Reception honoring Estelle Keast
All are invited to a reception on Monday, October 3, from 1 to 3 p. m. in the Hollis Room of the Gleason Public Library to honor Carlisle resident Estelle Keast for her work on the creation, development, and production of the Carlisle Cultural and Health Series.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 410:00 AM—12:00 PMZoom
Reading Poetry Anew
Poems for October 4, 2022Reading Poetry Anew will meet via Zoom. Please register using the "Sign Up" button to receive the Zoom invitation and poem packet by email. All are welcome!Dip or dive into the pleasures of poetry. This informal course, led by Mary Zoll, will include poetry readings and reactions, discussions of the patterns and techniques used in the poems, and perhaps some intellectual understanding of the poems.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 410:30—11:15 AMCenter Park, Carlisle, MAGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Children's RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Fall Preschool Story Time *at Center Park*
Join us from 10:30 a. m. to 11:15 a. m. for a fun fall story time. This event is chock full of interactive stories, rhymes, fingerplays, songs and a small craft. Our story time program, designed for children ages 3 to 6, promotes reading readiness and early literacy skills.…Learn More5
Wednesday, October 51:30—2:30 PMZoom
Does Truth Matter?
What is truth? Does truth exist? Does truth matter? This free Zoom event is a facilitated discussion of these and related questions about one of the oldest topics in philosophy: truth. After a brief introduction to some basic concepts and distinctions, Dr.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 54:00—5:00 PMHollis RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
1st & 2nd Grade Book Club
Have your first- or second-grader join us at the Gleason Library's 1st & 2nd Grade Book Club! Each month we'll meet in person at the Library to talk about our book of the month. After discussion, we will do a craft, activity or game. This month's book is Katie and the Haunted Museum by Fran Manushkin and copies will be available to check out at the library at the circulation desk downstairs.…Learn More6
Thursday, October 67:00—8:00 PMZoom
Teen Advisory Board
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Use your voice and help the Gleason Library become even better! The Teen Advisory Board will meet once a month (either in person or over Zoom) to discuss the library, what you think would be most helpful to you as teens, and to just hang out with your peers to talk about school, what you're reading and/or watching, and life in general.…Learn More7
Friday, October 7All DayGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
StoryWalk® Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story
In honor of Indigenous People's Day (October 10th), First Connections is placing a StoryWalk® of the picture book Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story for families to share from October 7th through the 14th on the trail behind Gleason Library, 22 Bedford Road, Carlisle Center.…Learn MoreFriday, October 710:00 AM—5:00 PMGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Take & Make Craft: Spooky House Kit
Let's get ready for Halloween by creating a fun spooky house. Register online for a Spooky House kit and pick it up any time between Friday, October 7th and Tuesday, October 11th at 9:00 p. m. via in-person or curbside pickup. This kit includes a wooden house, tempera paint, cardstock, glue, 2 foam brushes and Halloween stickers.…Learn MoreFriday, October 710:00 AM—5:00 PMGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Middle School Take & Make: Watercolor Leaves
Create some autumn art with watercolor paper–leaves and glitter watercolors. Each kit will come with all the materials you need to make a beautiful fall decoration.
All kits are generously sponsored by the Friends of the Gleason Public Library.
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Friday, October 7All DayGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
StoryWalk® Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story
In honor of Indigenous People's Day (October 10th), First Connections is placing a StoryWalk® of the picture book Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story for families to share from October 7th through the 14th on the trail behind Gleason Library, 22 Bedford Road, Carlisle Center.…Learn More9
Friday, October 7All DayGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
StoryWalk® Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story
In honor of Indigenous People's Day (October 10th), First Connections is placing a StoryWalk® of the picture book Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story for families to share from October 7th through the 14th on the trail behind Gleason Library, 22 Bedford Road, Carlisle Center.…Learn More10
Friday, October 7All DayGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
StoryWalk® Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story
In honor of Indigenous People's Day (October 10th), First Connections is placing a StoryWalk® of the picture book Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story for families to share from October 7th through the 14th on the trail behind Gleason Library, 22 Bedford Road, Carlisle Center.…Learn MoreMonday, October 10All DayGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Columbus/Indigenous Peoples Day—Library Closed
Library closed for Columbus/Indigenous Peoples Day.
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Friday, October 7All DayGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
StoryWalk® Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story
In honor of Indigenous People's Day (October 10th), First Connections is placing a StoryWalk® of the picture book Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story for families to share from October 7th through the 14th on the trail behind Gleason Library, 22 Bedford Road, Carlisle Center.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 1110:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Fall Preschool Story Time
Join us from 10:30 a. m. to 11:15 a. m. for a fun fall story time. This event is chock full of interactive stories, rhymes, fingerplays, songs and a small craft. Our story time program, designed for children ages 3 to 6, promotes reading readiness and early literacy skills.…Learn More12
Friday, October 7All DayGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
StoryWalk® Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story
In honor of Indigenous People's Day (October 10th), First Connections is placing a StoryWalk® of the picture book Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story for families to share from October 7th through the 14th on the trail behind Gleason Library, 22 Bedford Road, Carlisle Center.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 121:30—2:30 PMZoom
The US & USSR: Allies, Victors, Rivals
Within the span of just five years, the United States and the Soviet Union went from allies fighting Hitler to rivals squaring off against each other. Jeffrey Urbin, Education Specialist at the FDR Presidential Library and Museum, examines the complex relationship of World War II's two emerging Superpowers.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 123:15—4:15 PMChildren's RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Fall Crafternoon
Join us in making a fun hands-on craft! Fall Crafternoon is for children ages 5 through 10. Please bring a large, old t-shirt to wear as an art smock since some of the art materials can stain. This program is made possible by our wonderful Friends of the Gleason Public Library.…Learn More13
Friday, October 7All DayGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
StoryWalk® Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story
In honor of Indigenous People's Day (October 10th), First Connections is placing a StoryWalk® of the picture book Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story for families to share from October 7th through the 14th on the trail behind Gleason Library, 22 Bedford Road, Carlisle Center.…Learn MoreThursday, October 134:00—4:45 PMHollis RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
3rd & 4th Grade Book Club
Have your third- or fourth-grader join us at the Gleason Library's 3rd & 4th Grade Book Club! Each month we'll meet in person at the Library to talk about our book of the month. After discussion, we will do a craft or activity. This month's book is Dial-a-Ghost by Eva Ibbotson, and copies will be available to check out at the library.…Learn More
Thursday, October 137:00—8:00 PMZoom
The Forgotten Nations -- Native Tribes of New England
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email. **Colonization happened early on in the New England area, as early as 1609, so many Native Nations and tribal histories were lost.…Learn More14
Friday, October 7All DayGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
StoryWalk® Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story
In honor of Indigenous People's Day (October 10th), First Connections is placing a StoryWalk® of the picture book Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story for families to share from October 7th through the 14th on the trail behind Gleason Library, 22 Bedford Road, Carlisle Center.…Learn MoreFriday, October 1410:00 AM—5:00 PMGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Teen Weekend Reading Kit
Grab a kit that has everything you need for a book-lover's weekend. Each kit will include a random YA novel for you to keep (genres and reading/maturity levels will vary), a craft or activity, a snack, a little bookish accessory, and a hot or iced beverage to make at home.…Learn MoreFriday, October 147:00—9:00 PMGleason Public LibraryGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Art Reception with CCF
Join Art at the Gleason and the Carlisle Conservation Foundation for an evening reception on Friday, October 14th, from 7 to 9 p. m. at the library. Wine, refreshments, and live music. Admission $10 (cash or check at the door, payable to GPL Endowment); RSVP requested by Monday, October 10th, but walk-ins are welcome.
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Tuesday, October 1810:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Fall Preschool Story Time
Join us from 10:30 a. m. to 11:15 a. m. for a fun fall story time. This event is chock full of interactive stories, rhymes, fingerplays, songs and a small craft. Our story time program, designed for children ages 3 to 6, promotes reading readiness and early literacy skills.…Learn More19
Wednesday, October 193:15—4:15 PMChildren's RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Fall Crafternoon: Let's celebrate Diwali
Let's celebrate upcoming Diwali together! We'll read a fun Diwali picture book and create our own Rangoli craft with sand. Rangoli is a form of Indian folk art that features geometric designs, floral patterns, and depictions of deities. These designs are traditionally made using colored sand and created on floors or tabletops.…Learn More20
Thursday, October 202:00—3:00 PMZoom
Wives, Lovers and Spies -- Women Of The Civil War
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email. **Explore the lives of some noteworthy women from both the Union and Confederate sides of the Civil War. Learn the fascinating stories of women who broke barriers and made bold and courageous efforts to support their individual causes.…Learn More21
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Monday, October 243:00—5:00 PMHollis RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Henna Alchemy: POSTPONED
**HENNA ALCHEMY IS POSTPONED. NEW DATE TBA**Learn how to make your own henna paste! Henna artist Mandy Roberge will show us how to create your own henna cones to use and bring home. We will then be able to practice drawing henna tattoos with mini cones while we wait to get a professionally done henna tattoo from Mandy.…Learn More
Monday, October 247:00—8:00 PMZoom
Mystery Book Group
Book To Be Discussed: The Guest List, by Lucy Foley
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Tuesday, October 2510:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomGleason Public Library22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741
Fall Preschool Story Time
Note: We will celebrate Halloween during this story time with Halloween stories and a craft. Your child is welcome to wear their Halloween costume to this story time as we 'll do a fun parade around the library!Join us from 10:30 a. m. to 11:15 a.…Learn More26
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