Summer Reading KICKOFF PARTY!

We're so excited to kick off the summer with a library extravaganza! Join us for a fantastic concert with Rockabye Beats, endless fun with a bounce house, crafts, prizes, and MORE! We cannot wait to see you there.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Ayer Library & The M......More

We're so excited to kick off the summer with a library extravaganza! Join us for a fantastic concert with Rockabye Beats, endless fun with a bounce house, crafts, prizes, and MORE! We cannot wait to see you there.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Ayer Library & The Massachusetts Cultural Council.  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/summer-reading-kickoff-party/

Grounds Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432

Story Ninja

Story Ninja is an after-school story time designed for elementary school kids in grades K-3 (ages 5-9). There will be stories, crafts, and games!  No registration is required.  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/story-ninja-93/

Children's Room Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432

Nashua River Watershed Association: Dam Removals in Massachusetts

Across New England, aging and unsafe dam infrastructure has led to an increase in dam removals. These dam removals can provide significant public safety and ecological benefits, from a reduced risk of flooding to restored river connectivity. At this event, representat......More

Across New England, aging and unsafe dam infrastructure has led to an increase in dam removals. These dam removals can provide significant public safety and ecological benefits, from a reduced risk of flooding to restored river connectivity. At this event, representatives from Nashua River Watershed Association will give a general overview of why and how unsafe dams are removed, and what changes you might expect to see in your community as a result. https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/nashua-river-watershed-association-dam-removals-in-massachusetts/

Reading Room Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432

Story Time!

Join us for story time on Thursday mornings! Story time is designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Participants will read stories, play games, sing songs, and complete a craft! No registration is required.  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/cal......More

Join us for story time on Thursday mornings! Story time is designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Participants will read stories, play games, sing songs, and complete a craft! No registration is required.  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/story-time-114/

Children's Room Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432

Touch-a-Truck with Ayer DPW!

Join us outside for Touch a Truck with Ayer DPW!  No registration is required.  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tot-time-94/

Children's Room Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432

Nature Journaling Class for Adults Monthly Meet up

Join our monthly meet up and come explore what's in bloom at the Ayer library! This class will build skills of observation and curiosity as we explore elements of nature. While the class will include some drawing exercises, the main focus is on building wonder, attent......More

Join our monthly meet up and come explore what's in bloom at the Ayer library! This class will build skills of observation and curiosity as we explore elements of nature. While the class will include some drawing exercises, the main focus is on building wonder, attention, and connection to the natural world. It is not an art instruction class and is suitable for all skill levels. All materials will be provided. Part of the class will be outdoors, weather permitting. https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/nature-journaling-class-for-adults-monthly-meet-up-15/

Grounds Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432

Ayer Film Society : "BLADE RUNNER"

The Ayer Film Society will be showing the 1982 movie " BLADE RUNNER" on Saturday, June 28th. Flavored soda water will be served as refreshment. https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ayer-film-society-blade-runner/

Reading Room Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432

Growing Places Market

ome shop the new Growing Places Market! Fresh local produce will be available for purchase using cash, credit, ATM, farmers market coupons, or SNAP/HIP dollars. The regular schedule for the Growing Places Market is the first Tuesday of the month from 1-2 pm. No regist......More

ome shop the new Growing Places Market! Fresh local produce will be available for purchase using cash, credit, ATM, farmers market coupons, or SNAP/HIP dollars. The regular schedule for the Growing Places Market is the first Tuesday of the month from 1-2 pm. No registration is required for this event.  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/growing-places-market-29/

Grounds Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432

Story Ninja

Story Ninja is an after-school story time designed for elementary school kids in grades K-3 (ages 5-9). There will be stories, crafts, and games!  No registration is required.  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/story-ninja-94/

Children's Room Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432

Tech Help

Need some tech help? Stop in during our drop-in tech help to get one-on-one assistance from a librarian. We can help with: Libby or Kanopy help Computer skills or programs Personal devices (including Apple or Android) Research assistance Basic Computer questio......More

Need some tech help? Stop in during our drop-in tech help to get one-on-one assistance from a librarian. We can help with: Libby or Kanopy help Computer skills or programs Personal devices (including Apple or Android) Research assistance Basic Computer questions We respect your privacy! Your questions will remain confidential.  The Ayer Library staff cannot troubleshoot hardware or software problems, including troubleshooting broken devices, cannot give tax, legal, financial, or health advice. https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tech-help/

Front Desk Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432

Baby & Me Movement

Join us for Baby & Me Movement on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month!  This is a program designed for pre-crawlers (0-9m, depending on your little!) and their caregivers. Together you will do gentle movements, tummy time, fingerplays, rhymes and songs. Feel free......More

Join us for Baby & Me Movement on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month!  This is a program designed for pre-crawlers (0-9m, depending on your little!) and their caregivers. Together you will do gentle movements, tummy time, fingerplays, rhymes and songs. Feel free to bring your own blanket.  No registration is required. We can't wait to see you there!  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/baby-me-movement-5/

Children's Room Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432

Story Time!

Join us for story time on Thursday mornings! Story time is designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Participants will read stories, play games, sing songs, and complete a craft! No registration is required.  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/cal......More

Join us for story time on Thursday mornings! Story time is designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Participants will read stories, play games, sing songs, and complete a craft! No registration is required.  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/story-time-115/

Children's Room Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432

Stitch Circle

Join us for our monthly stitch circle to spend time with others as you work on your current project. Knitting, crocheting, hand sewing, embroidery, and more are welcome!  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/stitch-circle-46/

Lounge Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432

Story Ninja

Story Ninja is an after-school story time designed for elementary school kids in grades K-3 (ages 5-9). There will be stories, crafts, and games!  No registration is required.  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/story-ninja-95/

Children's Room Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432

Virtual - Historical Fiction Book Recs with Bestselling Author, Jane Healey

Love Historical Fiction but not sure what to read next? Join bestselling author, Jane Healey, monthly for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - the best of historical fiction out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Jane's many enthusiastic reviews......More

Love Historical Fiction but not sure what to read next? Join bestselling author, Jane Healey, monthly for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - the best of historical fiction out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Jane's many enthusiastic reviews. Jane Healey is the author of The Beantown Girls, a Washington Post and Amazon Charts bestseller, The Secret Stealers, which was an Amazon First Reads Editor’s Pick and a Historical Novel Society’s Editors’ Choice, and her debut, The Saturday Evening Girls Club. Goodnight from Paris is her newly released novel from Lake Union Publishing. Jane is also the host of Historical Happy Hour, a monthly webinar and podcast featuring interviews with premier historical fiction authors and their latest novels. She and her family lives outside Boston. We can't wait to hear what Jane will be recommending - be ready for your TBR pile to fall over! Please register HERE We'll send out a list of all recommendations for those who register.  Please register for this event and you'll receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails - make sure to check your spam folder for them, the email will be coming from [email protected]. This program  is in collaboration the Ashland Public Library and with a multitude of MA and NH libraries.  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-historical-fiction-book-recs-with-bestselling-author-jane-healey-19/

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Virtual - Thriller/Horror Book Recs with Bookstagrammer Jody Blanchette aka @redreadreviews

Not sure what to read next? Join Jody, monthly, for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - the best of horror and thrillers out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Jody's many enthusiastic reviews. Jody is an Instagram reviewer and Book Club leade......More

Not sure what to read next? Join Jody, monthly, for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - the best of horror and thrillers out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Jody's many enthusiastic reviews. Jody is an Instagram reviewer and Book Club leader. Lover of all books! We know that Jody will travel far and wide to meet the authors she loves (she's been to Ashland several times!), reads voraciously, and talks about books as if they are her best friends. We can't wait to hear what she'll be recommending - be ready for your TBR pile to fall over! Please register HERE We'll send out a list of all recommendations for those who register.  Please register for this event and you'll receive the link in the confirmation and reminder emails - make sure to check your spam folder for them, the email will be coming from [email protected]. This program is in collaboration  the Ashland Public Library and is in collaboration with a multitude of MA and NH libraries.  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-thriller-horror-book-recs-with-bookstagrammer-jody-blanchette-aka-redreadreviews-tuesday-january-14-7-30pm-7/

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Fishing Skills with MassWildlife Angler Education

Learn to set up your rod, tie knots, cast, and identify fish. Events are free, family friendly, and open to all skill levels. No fishing license is required. Bring your own fishing equipment or borrow ours. Limited gear and bait will be provided.  This program is in ......More

Learn to set up your rod, tie knots, cast, and identify fish. Events are free, family friendly, and open to all skill levels. No fishing license is required. Bring your own fishing equipment or borrow ours. Limited gear and bait will be provided.  This program is in partnership with  MassWildlife Angler Education and Ayer Gun and Sportsmen's Club. https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/fishing-skills-with-masswildlife-angler-education/

Ayer Gun & Sportsmen's Club 255 Snake Hill Rd, Ayer, MA, 01432

Story Time!

Join us for story time on Thursday mornings! Story time is designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Participants will read stories, play games, sing songs, and complete a craft! No registration is required.  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/cal......More

Join us for story time on Thursday mornings! Story time is designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Participants will read stories, play games, sing songs, and complete a craft! No registration is required.  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/story-time-116/

Children's Room Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432

Trustees Meeting

Meetings of the Trustees of the Ayer Library occur at 6PM on the second Thursday of the month, after the library closes. https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/trustees-meeting-55/

Reading Room Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432

Touch-a-Truck with Ayer Fire Department!

Join us outside for Touch a Truck with Ayer Fire Department! No registration is required.  https://ayerlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tot-time-96/

Children's Room Ayer Library, 26 East Main Street, Ayer , MA, 01432