Career Resources + Assistance

Do you need help with starting a resume? Do you need to navigate an online application? Are you looking for career resources and/or assistance? Our librarians are here to help! Come to the Reference Desk on the 2nd Monday of every month between 2pm and 4pm, or make an......More

Do you need help with starting a resume? Do you need to navigate an online application? Are you looking for career resources and/or assistance? Our librarians are here to help! Come to the Reference Desk on the 2nd Monday of every month between 2pm and 4pm, or make an appointment by emailing nglade@cwmars.org. We have Spanish-speaking staff available for this event. ¿Necesita ayuda con un resumen? ¿Necesita navegar una aplicación en línea? ¿Está buscando recursos profesionales o asistencia? ¡Podemos ayudarle! Ven a la mesa de referencia el segundo lunes de cada mes, o haga una cita por email a nglade@cwmars.org. Tenemos hispano hablantes disponibles para este evento. https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/career-resources-assistance-9/

Reference Area Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

STEAM Activity: Balloon Rockets

In partnership with the Fitchburg Parks Department, the library will be hosting weekly STEAM activities for ages 6-12. Registration is recommended. Registration begins May 19 for June activities. This program was made possible through a grant from the United Way of......More

In partnership with the Fitchburg Parks Department, the library will be hosting weekly STEAM activities for ages 6-12. Registration is recommended. Registration begins May 19 for June activities. This program was made possible through a grant from the United Way of North Central Mass and DESE.  https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/steam-activity-28/

Program Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Friends of the Library Meeting

https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/friends-of-the-library-meeting-8/

Conference Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

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. Join staff from the Nashua......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. Join staff from the Nashua River Watershed Association for this free presentation on “Dam Removals in Massachusetts.” We’ll 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. This is an opportunity to learn more and have your questions answered. Presented by the Nashua River Watershed Association. Registration is not required, but encouraged for planning purposes. Register online for NRWA’s presentation in Fitchburg.  https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/dam-removals-in-massachusetts/

Program Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Storytime with Miss Jane

Join us at the library's temporary location, 166 Boulder Drive, for a fun storytime! This storytime is for all ages and includes songs, finger plays, movement, & stories. https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-with-miss-jane-42/

Program Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Teen: Crochet Drop-in

Teens- Finish any ongoing projects you may have going, or share a crochet or knitting project you are especially excited about! Drop-in at the library, in the Teen Center! Don't miss it! From 3:30pm-4:30pm For Ages 12-18 https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetin......More

Teens- Finish any ongoing projects you may have going, or share a crochet or knitting project you are especially excited about! Drop-in at the library, in the Teen Center! Don't miss it! From 3:30pm-4:30pm For Ages 12-18 https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-crochet-drop-in/

Teen Center Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Literacy Volunteers Conversation Circle

For more information, please contact the Literacy Volunteers of the Montachusett Area at 978-434-6498 or info@lvmonta.org. https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/literacy-conversation-circle/

Conference Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Family Craft Night: Paper Tube Lizard

Get crafty at the library! For ages 5 & up. Today's project: Paper Tube Lizard https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/family-craft-night-15/

Program Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Storytime at Hollis Hills Farm

Join librarians from the Fitchburg Public Library for a fun outdoor storytime at Hollis Hills Farm! This storytime includes music, movement & stories for all ages. No registration is necessary. Hollis Hills Farm is located at 340 Marshall Rd. Fitchburg, MA 01420 ......More

Join librarians from the Fitchburg Public Library for a fun outdoor storytime at Hollis Hills Farm! This storytime includes music, movement & stories for all ages. No registration is necessary. Hollis Hills Farm is located at 340 Marshall Rd. Fitchburg, MA 01420 https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-at-hollis-hills-farm/

Hollis Hills Farm 340 Marshall Road, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Book Club

We meet on the second Wednesday of the month (unless it falls on a holiday) at 1:00pm and 6:30pm. You may attend either group - or both! Books will be made available for checkout at the Circulation Desk - just ask for the Book Club book! This month the group will di......More

We meet on the second Wednesday of the month (unless it falls on a holiday) at 1:00pm and 6:30pm. You may attend either group - or both! Books will be made available for checkout at the Circulation Desk - just ask for the Book Club book! This month the group will discuss The Sentence by Louise Erdrich. This will be our last meeting before our summer break. Book Club will resume in September. https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/book-club-15/

Conference Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Book Club

We meet on the second Wednesday of the month (unless it falls on a holiday) at 1:00pm and 6:30pm. You may attend either group - or both! Books will be made available for checkout at the Circulation Desk - just ask for the Book Club book! This month the group will di......More

We meet on the second Wednesday of the month (unless it falls on a holiday) at 1:00pm and 6:30pm. You may attend either group - or both! Books will be made available for checkout at the Circulation Desk - just ask for the Book Club book! This month the group will discuss The Sentence by Louise Erdrich. This will be our last meeting before our summer break. Book Club will resume in September. https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/book-club-16/

Conference Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Fitchburg Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/fitchburg-public-library-board-of-trustees-meeting-8/

Program Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Toddler Playgroup

Parents and caregivers with kids 3 and under are invited to join us for an informal playgroup with playtime, music, and early literacy activities.  Meet other families from the community and take advantage of the library's resources! https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.......More

Parents and caregivers with kids 3 and under are invited to join us for an informal playgroup with playtime, music, and early literacy activities.  Meet other families from the community and take advantage of the library's resources! https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/toddler-playgroup-3/

Children's Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Knitting Group

Stop by the weekly knitting group! Stay for the full meeting to socialize, or just drop in for a little while. All experience levels welcome - members can help answer any knitting/crocheting questions. Join us every week, or pop in for a meeting or two! https://fitc......More

Stop by the weekly knitting group! Stay for the full meeting to socialize, or just drop in for a little while. All experience levels welcome - members can help answer any knitting/crocheting questions. Join us every week, or pop in for a meeting or two! https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/knitting-group-33/

Program Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Learn to Draw: Manga! For teens!

Teens! Join illustrator and manga artist "Peanuts" at the Fitchburg Public Library for an afternoon of learning how to draw your own manga! All supplies will be provided, but teens may bring their own tools if they are comfortable with that. Teens will also bring ho......More

Teens! Join illustrator and manga artist "Peanuts" at the Fitchburg Public Library for an afternoon of learning how to draw your own manga! All supplies will be provided, but teens may bring their own tools if they are comfortable with that. Teens will also bring home their first manga page(s) illustrated as part of the workshop. Registration is required so that supplies are available! Please register below. For Teens ages 12-18. https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/learn-to-draw-manga-for-teens/

Program Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

All About Mushrooms with Jonathan Kranz

They can delight, sicken, enlighten, or kill. They’re mushrooms, the fruiting bodies of an otherwise invisible world of fungi hidden in our forests, lawns…and flowerpots. Join Certified Field Naturalist Jonathan Kranz as he reveals what mushrooms are and how they live......More

They can delight, sicken, enlighten, or kill. They’re mushrooms, the fruiting bodies of an otherwise invisible world of fungi hidden in our forests, lawns…and flowerpots. Join Certified Field Naturalist Jonathan Kranz as he reveals what mushrooms are and how they live; reviews the most common and most spectacular mushrooms in our region of New England; identifies the most delicious mushrooms to eat; and teaches the basics of safe mushroom foraging. About the presenter: Jonathan Kranz is a MA Audubon Certified Field Naturalist who leads mushroom walks and talks for libraries, land trusts, clubs, and other interest groups in southern New England. He currently serves as vice president of the oldest mushroom club in North America, the Boston Mycological Club, and is a board member of the Pioneer Valley Mycological Association. He lives with his family in a former funeral home in Ayer, where he is chair of the Planning Board. https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/all-about-mushrooms-with-jonathan-kranz/

Program Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Late Opening: Library Opens at 11:00am

The library will open at 11:00am to facilitate a staff meeting. We apologize for any inconvenience. https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/late-opening-library-opens-at-11-00am-8/

Conference Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Teen Craft: Friendship Bracelets

Teens, Relax after school with your friend and make friendship bracelets! Supplies provided. For teens ages 11-18. No registration required; Teens, drop in! https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-craft-friendship-bracelets/

Teen Center Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Crafternoon: Wooden Boats

Children age 4 and up are invited to create a craft at the library! Today we will putting together a wooden boat kit and decorating with sharpies. https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/crafternoon-8/

Program Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Messy Monday: Paper Bag Painting

Today’s project: Paper Bag Painting with watercolors and chalk Join us for a morning of sensory art exploration and creation! For ages 2 and up. No registration is necessary. https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/messy-monday-7/

Program Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Pokémon Club

Calling all Pokémon fans! Come battle your Pokémon, trade cards, and chat with fellow fans! For ages 7-12. https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/pok-mon-club-18/

Program Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Teen After-School Anime Club

Teens, Please register for this event as spots are limited. Join the Anime Club to watch an episode of a chosen anime! For first time teens, anime is a show created and 'animated' in Japan, using a specific artistic style in the creation of the show. Teens familiar ......More

Teens, Please register for this event as spots are limited. Join the Anime Club to watch an episode of a chosen anime! For first time teens, anime is a show created and 'animated' in Japan, using a specific artistic style in the creation of the show. Teens familiar with manga may know the style. Manga is the print equivalent to anime, a style of illustration and writing originally from Japan. Short discussion of the show and/or the manga the show is adapted from (or into) to follow the watch session, as well as a related craft. For Teens 13-18. Registration required. https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-after-school-anime-club-4/

Program Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Literacy Volunteers Conversation Circle

For more information, please contact the Literacy Volunteers of the Montachusett Area at 978-434-6498 or info@lvmonta.org. https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/literacy-volunteers-conversation-circle-43/

Conference Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420

Storytime with Miss Molly

Join us at the library's temporary location, 166 Boulder Drive, for a fun storytime! This storytime is for all ages and includes songs, finger plays, movement, & stories. https://fitchburgpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-with-miss-molly-28/

Program Room Fitchburg Public Library Temporary Location, 166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA, 01420