Open Art Studio

Program Room 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

For all ages and families. Create art in a new medium each month at the Open Art Studio! Explore all kinds of tools, perspectives, and styles. This month we will be looking at the art of street artist ThankYouX and his positive, creative artwork.   We’ll each create two cubes that say something about who

Opera Club of Wakefield (IN PERSON)

Lecture Hall 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

Listen, share, enjoy, and explore the wonderful world of opera through performances both past and present.

Conversations Unpacking Whiteness (VIRTUAL)

ONLINE 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

Conversations Unpacking Whiteness brings together white-identified people in a safe setting to explore how our culture prevents us from seeing ourselves and people of color without deeply ingrained distortions.

1 and 2 Year Old Story Time

Lecture Hall 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

For ages 1-2, siblings welcome. Sing, play, dance, and share stories, rhymes, and games just right for toddlers. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.

Beginners' English with English at Large

Trustees Room 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

Please Note: **Registration for this session of classes has closed. For more information about future sessions, Conversation Groups, and Tutoring, please visit englishatlarge. org and hover over the Learn tab on the top menu. ** Instruction is for complete beginners, and focuses on basic survival English skills, with an emphasis on speaking:greetings and introductionspeople in the

1 and 2 Year Old Story Time

Lecture Hall 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

For ages 1-2 (siblings welcome). Sing, play, dance, and share stories, rhymes, and games just right for toddlers. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.

Mini Yarn Pumpkins

Lecture Hall 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

Create adorable, festive mini pumpkins!

Create Your Own Tarot Cards (IN PERSON)

Lecture Hall 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

This is an In-Person Program. Unleash your creativity and intuition in this hands-on art and tarot program! Whether you're a tarot enthusiast or just curious about the cards, this event invites participants of all experience levels to design their very own tarot deck.

3-5 Year Old Story Time

Lecture Hall 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Join Ms. Holly for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers! Stick around after for a brief craft or activity with friends. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group (VIRTUAL): Using AI ("Your Job Search Co-Pilot")

ONLINE 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, from 6pm to 8pm, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career",

Drop-in Tech Help

Lecture Hall 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

Stop by the library on Wednesday afternoons between 2:00 and 3:00 for a 15-minute one-on-one appointment in the Lecture Hall.

English Conversation Group hosted by English at Large

Program Room 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

**Registration for this session of the Conversation Group has closed. For more information about future sessions, Beginner's English classes, and Tutoring, please visit englishatlarge. org and hover over the Learn tab on the top menu. ** Looking to practice your English speaking skills? Join a free conversation group with English At Large to practice your English

Books by the Lake

Living Room 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

Beebe Library's longest running book group.

3-5 Year Old Story Time

Lecture Hall 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Join Ms. Holly for stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers! Stick around after for a brief craft or activity with friends. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.

Beginners' English with English at Large

Trustees Room 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

Please Note: **Registration for this session of classes takes place between September 1 and September 12. ** If you would like to be notified when it is time to sign up, please visit the English at Large webpage and scroll down to the Wakefield class.Instruction is for complete beginners, and focuses on basic survival English

Kids Sewing Club

Lecture Hall 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

For grades 3-4. Join Ms. Ariel as we explore basic hand stitching. Design and create pouches, stuffed toys, accessories, and more!This month, we are creating colorful hand-sewn bookmarks!Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.

The Poetic and Musical Genius of Taylor Swift (VIRTUAL)

ONLINE 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

This is a virtual program. Access the Zoom Webinar via email. Harvard professor Stephanie Burt will deliver a fascinating presentation based on her brand new book, "Taylor's Version: The Poetic and Musical Genius of Taylor Swift. " Burt, who is a poet and literary scholar, will offer an insightful and heartfelt critical appreciation of Taylor

Books on Tap (IN PERSON)

Main Street Grill, 1099 Main St, Wakefield, MA 01880, Community Locations, 345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Read outside the box and meet outside the library! This social, casual group will meet at local bars and restaurants to discuss books that push us out of our comfort zones. Over dinner & drinks, we'll dive into new genres and forms while getting to know fellow Wakefield readers.

Crafty Crochet & Knitting Club (IN PERSON)

Lecture Hall 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

This is an In-person program. If you love knitting, embroidery, crocheting and more, join Lisa's crafty community group! This program is being held weekly in the lecture hall.

Saturday Story Time

Lecture Hall 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

For ages 3-5, siblings welcome. Start your Saturday with story time! Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more with Ms. Holly. This program is sensory friendly. Registration is required and will open one week prior to the program.

Wakefield Black History Tour (IN PERSON)

Front Plaza 2 Main St, Wakefield, MA, United States

This is an In Person Walking Tour. Come join us for an exciting and educational experience through the streets of Wakefield. Our tour will start at the Lucius Beebe Memorial Library, where we will explore the rich history and contributions of the Black community in the area.