Story Time

Story time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing! Geared for ages 0 to 3 but all are welcome https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/story-time-595/

Community Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Tot Toy & Play time

After storytime, join us to chat with staff and let your little ones play with special toys in the community room! https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tot-toy-play-time-78/

Community Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Walk and Stroll Club

New Year's resolutions are hard. Let us help you achieve them one step at a time (quite literally) with our new Walk and Stroll Club! Join CPL staff in the library parking lot at 2:30pm sharp for a walk down and through the Paul Revere Heritage Park. We will talk abou......More

New Year's resolutions are hard. Let us help you achieve them one step at a time (quite literally) with our new Walk and Stroll Club! Join CPL staff in the library parking lot at 2:30pm sharp for a walk down and through the Paul Revere Heritage Park. We will talk about books, food, the great outdoors, and much more! The whole family is welcome to join! All we ask is that you wear the right shoes and are ready to explore! Strollers are welcome but please leave your furry friends at home. While this is a reoccurring event, we ask that you register for each session so we can communicate any cancellations due to weather or sidewalk conditions. https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/walk-and-stroll-club-62/

Parking Lot

Books and Lunch! (for teens)

Learn to cook simple & delicious teen-friendly meals while chatting about books with your friends! Today: Tacos & Burritos! Contact us in advance if you have any food allergies, intolerances, or other dietary restrictions. https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/cal......More

Learn to cook simple & delicious teen-friendly meals while chatting about books with your friends! Today: Tacos & Burritos! Contact us in advance if you have any food allergies, intolerances, or other dietary restrictions. https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/books-and-lunch-for-teens-5/

Art & Activities Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

Dungeons and Dragons for middle and high school kids. New and experienced players are welcome, but please reach out to Rosie (rmoore@ocln.org) or Ashley (aperry@canton.ocln.org) before attending your first session to ensure there is space for you in a party. Please ......More

Dungeons and Dragons for middle and high school kids. New and experienced players are welcome, but please reach out to Rosie (rmoore@ocln.org) or Ashley (aperry@canton.ocln.org) before attending your first session to ensure there is space for you in a party. Please be aware that some groups may have a teen volunteer as the DM. https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/dungeons-and-dragons-for-teens-30/

Aldrich Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

STEAMers Guild Club

Calling all crafters, builders, and chaos creators! Join us for an activity that will enrich your mind, get your fingers going, and leave you wanting more. (Parents don't worry, there will be minimal chaos). Explore different themes in STEAM with cool and exciting pro......More

Calling all crafters, builders, and chaos creators! Join us for an activity that will enrich your mind, get your fingers going, and leave you wanting more. (Parents don't worry, there will be minimal chaos). Explore different themes in STEAM with cool and exciting projects each month! For ages 8 through 12 https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/steamers-guild-club-28/

Children's Craft Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Open Book Coffeehouse with Les Sampou

Next up in the Open Book Coffeehouse 2024-2025 concert season: Les Sampou Americana Singer/Songwriter Tickets are available on the night of the show on a first come, first served basis. Cash or checks at the door Please support the coffeehouse with a......More

Next up in the Open Book Coffeehouse 2024-2025 concert season: Les Sampou Americana Singer/Songwriter Tickets are available on the night of the show on a first come, first served basis. Cash or checks at the door Please support the coffeehouse with a PayPal donation to the Friends of the Canton Public Library More Details Follow the Open Book Coffeehouse on Facebook https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/open-book-coffeehouse-with-two-crows-for-comfort/

Community Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Alateen Meeting

Alateen is a fellowship of young people whose lives are, or have been, affected by someone else’s drinking.  No dues or fees are required. Alateen is supported by members’ voluntary contributions. https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/alateen-meeting-25/...More

Alateen is a fellowship of young people whose lives are, or have been, affected by someone else’s drinking.  No dues or fees are required. Alateen is supported by members’ voluntary contributions. https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/alateen-meeting-25/

Art & Activities Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Friends of the Canton Public Library

The monthly meeting of the Friends of the Canton Public Library Visit in person or join virtually by Zoom! Meeting #: 894 3353 6004 / Passcode: 999825 The Friends of the Canton Public Library is a group of interested citizens dedicated to supporting and enhancing l......More

The monthly meeting of the Friends of the Canton Public Library Visit in person or join virtually by Zoom! Meeting #: 894 3353 6004 / Passcode: 999825 The Friends of the Canton Public Library is a group of interested citizens dedicated to supporting and enhancing library services in Canton. As a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation, the Friends' goals are to: Build a membership of citizens who support the Library Encourage the use of library services Spotlight the value of the Library in the life of our community Expand the resources of the Library through fundraising Sponsor programs and cultural activities for children and adults https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friends-of-the-canton-public-library-28/

Aldrich Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Mystery Book Club

Welcome to the Mystery Book Club! All are welcome to attend. The meetings are held in the Trustees Meeting Room. Please check our book club page for the current book https://library.canton.ma.us/271/Book-Clubs......More

Welcome to the Mystery Book Club! All are welcome to attend. The meetings are held in the Trustees Meeting Room. Please check our book club page for the current book https://library.canton.ma.us/271/Book-Clubs https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/mystery-book-club-43/

Trustees' Conference Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

ESOL Conversation Group

Join a conversation group to practice your English. Sponsored by the Literacy Volunteers of Massachusetts (LVM) - Stoughton provides free, confidential and individualized tutoring to adults in Basic Literacy and English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). Registra......More

Join a conversation group to practice your English. Sponsored by the Literacy Volunteers of Massachusetts (LVM) - Stoughton provides free, confidential and individualized tutoring to adults in Basic Literacy and English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). Registration is required. https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/esol-conversation-group-23/

Aldrich Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Dot Journaling for Teens

Middle and high school aged folks are welcome to join us for weekly dot journalling. Whether you are new or experienced, getting organized or experimenting creatively, clean and simple or a sticker and washi tape lover, we are here for it! The library has A LOT of mat......More

Middle and high school aged folks are welcome to join us for weekly dot journalling. Whether you are new or experienced, getting organized or experimenting creatively, clean and simple or a sticker and washi tape lover, we are here for it! The library has A LOT of materials, including washi tape, paper, pens and markers, stamps and ink, and of course, stickers! Feel free to bring your own favorite supplies to show off or share. The library will occasionally have dot journals to give away to young people--please check with Rosie (rmoore@ocln.org) or Ashley (aperry@canton.ocln.org) before the program if you would like to know if any are currently available.  https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/dot-journalling-for-teens-20/

Maker Space Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Story Time

Story time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing! Geared for ages 3 to 5 but all are welcome https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/story-time-388/

Community Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Canton Art Association Meeting

Canton Art Association portrait workshop. https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/canton-art-association-meeting-247/

Art & Activities Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Canton Art Association Meeting

Canton Art Association sketch group. https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/canton-art-association-meeting-400/

Art & Activities Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

ESOL Group

ESOL Group Meeting https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/esol-group-17/

Trustees' Conference Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Story Time

Story time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing! Family friendly, all are welcome https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/story-time-491/

Community Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Teen Game Night

Nerds play games!!! (Teens nerds only, please!) https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-game-night-50/

Maker Space Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Friends with Books

Read a book with some friends! According to Confucius, “an educated woman is a worthless woman,” but Tan Yunxian—born into an elite family, yet haunted by death, separations, and loneliness—is being raised by her grandparents to be of use. Her grandmother is one of o......More

Read a book with some friends! According to Confucius, “an educated woman is a worthless woman,” but Tan Yunxian—born into an elite family, yet haunted by death, separations, and loneliness—is being raised by her grandparents to be of use. Her grandmother is one of only a handful of female doctors in China, and she teaches Yunxian the pillars of Chinese medicine, the Four Examinations—looking, listening, touching, and asking—something a man can never do with a female patient. From a young age, Yunxian learns about women’s illnesses, many of which relate to childbearing, alongside a young midwife-in-training, Meiling. The two girls find fast friendship and a mutual purpose—despite the prohibition that a doctor should never touch blood while a midwife comes in frequent contact with it—and they vow to be forever friends, sharing in each other’s joys and struggles. No mud, no lotus, they tell themselves: from adversity beauty can bloom. But when Yunxian is sent into an arranged marriage, her mother-in-law forbids her from seeing Meiling and from helping the women and girls in the household. Yunxian is to act like a proper wife—embroider bound-foot slippers, recite poetry, give birth to sons, and stay forever within the walls of the family compound, the Garden of Fragrant Delights. How might a woman like Yunxian break free of these traditions and lead a life of such importance that many of her remedies are still used five centuries later? How might the power of friendship support or complicate these efforts? A captivating story of women helping each other, Lady Tan’s Circle of Women is a triumphant reimagining of the life of one person who was remarkable in the Ming dynasty and would be considered remarkable today. Click https://library.canton.ma.us/271/Book-Clubs for this month's book https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friends-with-books-book-club-2/

Aldrich Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

AAUW Speaker Series

AAUW Speaker Series Director Eric Stange’s film Pony Boys  tells the improbable story of Massachusetts brothers Tony and Jeff Whittemore, who at the age of 9 and 11 set off on a road trip in a pony cart with their family pet, a pony named King. Amazingly, they drove ......More

AAUW Speaker Series Director Eric Stange’s film Pony Boys  tells the improbable story of Massachusetts brothers Tony and Jeff Whittemore, who at the age of 9 and 11 set off on a road trip in a pony cart with their family pet, a pony named King. Amazingly, they drove this cart from Boston through Vermont, all the way to the World’s Fair in Montreal — all on their own. Film and discussion to follow. https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/aauw-speaker-series-15/

Community Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Story Time

Story time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing! Geared for ages 0 to 3 but all are welcome https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/story-time-596/

Community Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Tot Toy & Play time

After storytime, join us to chat with staff and let your little ones play with special toys in the community room! https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tot-toy-play-time-79/

Community Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Teen Craft: Bubble Painting!

Paint without using a paintbrush with the magic of bubbles!   This event will take place outside, weather permitting. All materials provided. https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-craft-bubble-painting/

Maker Space Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

NO D&D TODAY

Dungeons and Dragons for middle and high school kids. New and experienced players are welcome, but please reach out to Rosie (rmoore@ocln.org) or Ashley (aperry@canton.ocln.org) before attending your first session to ensure there is space for you in a party. Please ......More

Dungeons and Dragons for middle and high school kids. New and experienced players are welcome, but please reach out to Rosie (rmoore@ocln.org) or Ashley (aperry@canton.ocln.org) before attending your first session to ensure there is space for you in a party. Please be aware that some groups may have a teen volunteer as the DM. https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/dungeons-and-dragons-for-teens-31/

Aldrich Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Little Engineers

Little Engineers is a STEAM based program. STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, art, and math! Each session's project or experiment will incorporate one or more of these elements (except for math....kidding! {kind of}). Think crafting with a educational ......More

Little Engineers is a STEAM based program. STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, art, and math! Each session's project or experiment will incorporate one or more of these elements (except for math....kidding! {kind of}). Think crafting with a educational twist but is no less fun and just as creative! Registration is required, best for ages 4 through 8. https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/little-engineers-26/

Children's Craft Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Alateen Meeting

Alateen is a fellowship of young people whose lives are, or have been, affected by someone else’s drinking.  No dues or fees are required. Alateen is supported by members’ voluntary contributions. https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/alateen-meeting-26/...More

Alateen is a fellowship of young people whose lives are, or have been, affected by someone else’s drinking.  No dues or fees are required. Alateen is supported by members’ voluntary contributions. https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/alateen-meeting-26/

Art & Activities Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Fall in Love Romance Book Club

Fall in love at our romance book group! This month, we'll be discussing the contemporary romance Yin Yang Love Song by Lauren Kung Jessen. We will have copies available for check out at the library. Feel free to join us to talk about any other favorite romance reads! ......More

Fall in love at our romance book group! This month, we'll be discussing the contemporary romance Yin Yang Love Song by Lauren Kung Jessen. We will have copies available for check out at the library. Feel free to join us to talk about any other favorite romance reads! This book group is strictly for adults, as mature themes are certain to be discussed. Please contact Rosie (rmoore@ocln.org) for more information or to join remotely. https://canton.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/fall-in-love-romance-book-club-5/

Local History Room Canton Public Library, 786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021