Pop Up Toddler Time

Children ages 0-3, along with their grownup(s) are invited to join Miss Amy for a pop-up Toddler Time on Wednesday, December 17th at 10:30! Toddler Time is 15-20 minutes of quick stories, songs, puppet visits, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a whole lot of fun! This po......More

Children ages 0-3, along with their grownup(s) are invited to join Miss Amy for a pop-up Toddler Time on Wednesday, December 17th at 10:30! Toddler Time is 15-20 minutes of quick stories, songs, puppet visits, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a whole lot of fun! This pop up event does not require registration. Our storytimes are funded by the Friends of the Library.  https://abingtonpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/pop-up-toddler-time/

Anderson Story Room Abington Public Library, 600 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA, 02351

Lego Club

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in grade 1 and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for up to an hour of creativity and building.  Pre-registration is not required- just drop on by and join the fun! This program is funded by the Friends of the Library. https://abingtonp......More

Ready...Set...Lego! Kids in grade 1 and older are invited to join Mr. Jonathan for up to an hour of creativity and building.  Pre-registration is not required- just drop on by and join the fun! This program is funded by the Friends of the Library. https://abingtonpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lego-club-12/

Copeland Room Abington Public Library, 600 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA, 02351

Nonfiction Book Club

Non Fiction Book Club will be discussing  Cheaper By the Dozen by Frank Gilbreth. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Deborah Grimmett. Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if yo......More

Non Fiction Book Club will be discussing  Cheaper By the Dozen by Frank Gilbreth. Tonight's conversation will be facilitated by Deborah Grimmett. Books are available in print here at APL and may be available electronically on Libby or Hoopla. Please let us know if you would like a copy and you can pick it up during our open hours. Email [email protected] if you are new to the group. Tonight's discussion is in-person and will be held in the Wales Room. This program is funded by the Friends of the Library. CONTACT: Deborah Grimmett 781-982-2139 [email protected] https://abingtonpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/nonfiction-book-club-12/

Wales Room Abington Public Library, 600 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA, 02351

Family Lego Night

Cast your work and worries aside for an hour and join us for some creative building time. We have Duplo blocks available upon request for our younger friends who might not be Lego-ready yet. Families and family-like groups of ALL ages are welcome to attend. Challenge ......More

Cast your work and worries aside for an hour and join us for some creative building time. We have Duplo blocks available upon request for our younger friends who might not be Lego-ready yet. Families and family-like groups of ALL ages are welcome to attend. Challenge a neighbor! Bring a friend! Declare a Lego War! (This is not just for children but all children must be accompanied by an adult.) CONTACT: Heidi Hernandez 781-982-2139 [email protected] https://abingtonpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/family-lego-night-12/

Copeland Room Abington Public Library, 600 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA, 02351

Family Story Hour

Stop on by after a busy morning and wind down with a Family Story Hour. One of your favorite Librarians will read some stories, sing some songs, and maybe wave some scarves. This story hour is best for kids ages newborn - 5, but all are welcome.  This program is fund......More

Stop on by after a busy morning and wind down with a Family Story Hour. One of your favorite Librarians will read some stories, sing some songs, and maybe wave some scarves. This story hour is best for kids ages newborn - 5, but all are welcome.  This program is funded by the Friends of the Library. https://abingtonpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/family-story-hour-52/

Anderson Story Room Abington Public Library, 600 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA, 02351

Alternate Library Hours

The APL will be close early at 5:00 PM.  https://abingtonpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/alternate-library-hours-3/

Library Main Space Abington Public Library, 600 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA, 02351

Saturday Book Group

Come join our Saturday Book Group led by Reference Librarian Robert Goodale.  December's discussion is on Orbital by Samantha Harvey.  This short novel was the winner of the 2024 Booker Prize, and shows a glimpse at one day in the lives of six people travelling throug......More

Come join our Saturday Book Group led by Reference Librarian Robert Goodale.  December's discussion is on Orbital by Samantha Harvey.  This short novel was the winner of the 2024 Booker Prize, and shows a glimpse at one day in the lives of six people travelling through space.  Copies of this book are available at the library, and may also be available on Hoopla or Libby. No registration required.  All are welcome, whether you attended last year or if you are a newcomer!  If you have any questions, please reach out to our Reference Librarian by calling 781-982-2139 and asking for the Reference Desk or e-mailing [email protected]. https://abingtonpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/saturday-book-group-9/

Wales Room Abington Public Library, 600 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA, 02351

Puzzle Race

All adult and teen puzzlers are welcome to Abington Public Library's Puzzle Race!  Challenge yourself by competing with other teams to see who can finish our secret 500-piece puzzle first!  A prize will be available for the winning pair or team. Registration is requ......More

All adult and teen puzzlers are welcome to Abington Public Library's Puzzle Race!  Challenge yourself by competing with other teams to see who can finish our secret 500-piece puzzle first!  A prize will be available for the winning pair or team. Registration is required.  Teams will be divided into sets of 2-4 people depending on number of participants.  This is a fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon!  If there are any questions, reach out to [email protected] or call 781-982-2139 and ask for the Reference Desk.   https://abingtonpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/puzzle-race-6/

Copeland Room Abington Public Library, 600 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA, 02351

Alternate Library Hours

The APL will be close early at 1:00 PM. Happy New Year! https://abingtonpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/alternate-library-hours-2/

Library Main Space Abington Public Library, 600 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA, 02351

Friends of the Library Meeting

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library. New members are always welcome. The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes. https://abingtonpl.assabetintera......More

This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library. New members are always welcome. The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes. https://abingtonpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friends-of-the-library-meeting-8/

Copeland Room Abington Public Library, 600 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA, 02351

Jr. Cliff Book Club

This month the Jr. Cliffhanger book club will be reading The World According to Humphrey by Betty G. Birney. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Jr. Cliffhanger is a parent-child book club for kids in grades 1-3. ......More

This month the Jr. Cliffhanger book club will be reading The World According to Humphrey by Betty G. Birney. Copies will be placed on hold for each participant and can be picked up at the front desk. Jr. Cliffhanger is a parent-child book club for kids in grades 1-3. Interested in this joining? Contact the library for more information! https://abingtonpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/jr-cliff-book-club-8/

Anderson Story Room Abington Public Library, 600 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA, 02351

Teen Advisory Board

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Sto......More

The first Tuesday of the month means it's time for a meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) here at the APL. What is TAB? It's a group of teens in grades 6-12 who get together once a month to discuss the goings-on at the library! Interested in becoming a member? Stop by the library to grab a registration form at the front desk! Our Teen Advisory Board meetings are funded by the Friends of the Library. CONTACT: Amy Matejka 781-982-2139  [email protected] LOCATION: Copeland Room https://abingtonpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-advisory-board-12/

Copeland Room Abington Public Library, 600 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA, 02351