STEAM Team Experiment Kit (Grades K-6)

Stay groovy for summer with this month’s STEAM Team Experiment! Pick up your kit at the library and take it home to experiment with oil and water to create a DIY Lava Lamp! Additional supplies needed: Oil (clear is preferred, but any kind of oil will work) and a funn......More

Stay groovy for summer with this month’s STEAM Team Experiment! Pick up your kit at the library and take it home to experiment with oil and water to create a DIY Lava Lamp! Additional supplies needed: Oil (clear is preferred, but any kind of oil will work) and a funnel. https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/steam-team-experiment-kit-grades-k-6-2/

Pick Up at Front Desk Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341

LEGO Builders Club (Ages 4-12)

Calling all master builders! Join us to create with LEGOs and connect with new friends. You'll be presented with a different challenge each week, and your creation will be displayed in our lobby cases. This week's challenge: Build an ice cream cone out of LEGOs! Thi......More

Calling all master builders! Join us to create with LEGOs and connect with new friends. You'll be presented with a different challenge each week, and your creation will be displayed in our lobby cases. This week's challenge: Build an ice cream cone out of LEGOs! This is not a librarian led program. Young children must be supervised by an assigned caregiver at all times. https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lego-builders-club-ages-4-12-16/

Children's Room Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341

Enchanted Reads Book Club (Adults & Teens 16+)

Introducing our monthly fantasy book club! Join us each month as we explore different fantastical topics. Light refreshments will be provided so just bring your book and your thoughts! June's theme: Queer Fantasy Book suggestions are available on our recommendations......More

Introducing our monthly fantasy book club! Join us each month as we explore different fantastical topics. Light refreshments will be provided so just bring your book and your thoughts! June's theme: Queer Fantasy Book suggestions are available on our recommendations page at LINK COMING SOON. https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/enchanted-reads-book-club-adults-teens-16-2/

Community Room Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341

Bubble Play Time (Ages 0-7)

Get ready for a bubbly good time at the library! Join us for Bubble Play Hour, a fun-filled event for children and families of all ages. We'll start by making our very own custom bubble wands using everyday craft materials—then head outside (weather permitting) to tes......More

Get ready for a bubbly good time at the library! Join us for Bubble Play Hour, a fun-filled event for children and families of all ages. We'll start by making our very own custom bubble wands using everyday craft materials—then head outside (weather permitting) to test them out with lots of bubbles, big and small! https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/bubble-play-time-all-ages/

Side Lawn/Maquan Field Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341

Sensory Splash: Summer Play Series (Ages 1-5)

Get ready to squish, splash, scoop, and swirl! This summer, little ones are invited to explore a world of textures, colors, and sounds through hands-on sensory play. From icy water and fizzy science fun to sandy creations and puffy cream, every session offers new ways......More

Get ready to squish, splash, scoop, and swirl! This summer, little ones are invited to explore a world of textures, colors, and sounds through hands-on sensory play. From icy water and fizzy science fun to sandy creations and puffy cream, every session offers new ways to engage the senses and spark curiosity. Designed for young children and their caregivers, this playful program supports early learning through messy, magical fun—because summer was made for exploring! This program will be held outside weather permitting, or inside the community room if it is raining.  https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/sensory-splash-summer-play-series-ages-1-5/

Community Room Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341

Handmade Tales (Grades 1-5)

Join us on the second and fourth Thursday of every month for a fun art project based on a book! Each hour-long program will start with a themed story that will inspire our craft.  For this week’s craft, we’ll be making monster meals using sensory and textural craft ‘......More

Join us on the second and fourth Thursday of every month for a fun art project based on a book! Each hour-long program will start with a themed story that will inspire our craft.  For this week’s craft, we’ll be making monster meals using sensory and textural craft ‘ingredients’ inspired by Mikey Please’s The Cafe at the Edge of the Woods. https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/handmade-tales-grades-1-5-2/

Children's Room Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341

Book-to-Movie Discussion Group: Big Fish (Adults)

Our monthly Book-to-Movie group focuses on books that have been made into movies. This June we will be reading, watching, and discussing Big Fish by Daniel Wallace. You're invited to watch the movie on the second Thursday of the month at 5:30 pm. Join us for a discus......More

Our monthly Book-to-Movie group focuses on books that have been made into movies. This June we will be reading, watching, and discussing Big Fish by Daniel Wallace. You're invited to watch the movie on the second Thursday of the month at 5:30 pm. Join us for a discussion of the book and movie on the fourth Thursday at 6:30 pm. Copies of the book and movie will be available at the front desk. New faces are always welcome! https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/book-to-movie-discussion-group-big-fish-adults/

Community Room Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341

Hygge at Home: Mason Jar Tealight Holders (Adults & Teens)

Hygge (pronounced hoo-ga) is a Danish concept encompassing coziness and the small comforts of life.  Embrace the cozy vibes of summer evenings with our June Hygge at Home kit! This month, we’re bringing a touch of Scandinavian charm to your space with DIY Mason Jar Te......More

Hygge (pronounced hoo-ga) is a Danish concept encompassing coziness and the small comforts of life.  Embrace the cozy vibes of summer evenings with our June Hygge at Home kit! This month, we’re bringing a touch of Scandinavian charm to your space with DIY Mason Jar Tealight Holders. We’ll provide everything you need—mason jars, sand, and tealights—to create beautiful, calming accents perfect for your windowsill, patio, or nightstand. Feel free to get creative if you have paint or gloss and shells or other small embellishments at home, you can add them to your jar to further personalize. Whether you're crafting solo or with a friend, take a little time to slow down, light your candle, and feel the hygge. Optional supplies needed: paint, shells, stones https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/hygge-at-home-mason-jar-tealight-holders-adults-teens/

Pick Up at Front Desk Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341

Outdoor Music & Movement Story Time (Ages 0-10)

Drop in for a special outdoor* music and movement story time with Hanley! The same story time you know and love, but in the great outdoors! We'll also have a fun nature scavenger hunt with real plants and leaves that kids can take home! *Weather permitting https://......More

Drop in for a special outdoor* music and movement story time with Hanley! The same story time you know and love, but in the great outdoors! We'll also have a fun nature scavenger hunt with real plants and leaves that kids can take home! *Weather permitting https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/outdoor-music-movement-story-time-ages-0-3/

Side Lawn/Maquan Field Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341

Pool Noodle Croquet (Ages 3+)

Get ready to bend the rules and the noodles in this oversized twist on a classic game! Players will kick soccer balls through colorful croquet “wickets” made from pool noodles in a playful course designed for big laughs and active fun. Perfect for kids of all ages, th......More

Get ready to bend the rules and the noodles in this oversized twist on a classic game! Players will kick soccer balls through colorful croquet “wickets” made from pool noodles in a playful course designed for big laughs and active fun. Perfect for kids of all ages, this wacky outdoor game combines teamwork, coordination, and a whole lot of silliness. Just bring your best kicks and a sense of adventure! Drop in anytime between 11:00- 1:00.  https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/pool-noodle-croquet-ages-3/

Side Lawn/Maquan Field Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341

CANCELED -- Saturday Stories (Ages 0-3)

Come sing, dance, and read stories with Miss Jess. https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/saturday-stories-ages-0-3-26/

Children's Room Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341

CANCELED -- Makerspace Lab (Grades 2-5)

What can you create using supplies from our Makerspace Cart? Come find out! We'll have plastic tubing, wheels & propellers, wooden dowels, gears & spools, fasteners, craft tubes & boxes, material sheets, wooden & foam shapes, and plenty of other general building/craft......More

What can you create using supplies from our Makerspace Cart? Come find out! We'll have plastic tubing, wheels & propellers, wooden dowels, gears & spools, fasteners, craft tubes & boxes, material sheets, wooden & foam shapes, and plenty of other general building/crafting supplies available. This week’s challenge: Create your own summer carnival ride! BONUS: Can you make it move? This program is made possible by donations made in memory of Ellen Gustafson to the Hanson Public Library Foundation. https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/makerspace-lab-grades-2-5-12/

Community Room Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341

July Book Box (Adults)

Do you like books and surprises? Try our subscription book box service. Here's how it works: 1. Sign up for a Book Box each month. Each box will include a new library book along with treats, crafts, and other goodies. 2. Pick up your box at the Library on the first......More

Do you like books and surprises? Try our subscription book box service. Here's how it works: 1. Sign up for a Book Box each month. Each box will include a new library book along with treats, crafts, and other goodies. 2. Pick up your box at the Library on the first Tuesday of the month. Once you get home, open your surprise! You'll need to return the library book and box at the end of the month, but you keep everything else.   3. Repeat! Sign up, return your book and box, and pick up your next box. Registration open to Hanson residents only: June 6 until June 17 at 1:00pm Registration open to everyone: Starting on June 17 at 1:00pm Any registrations that are submitted for non-residents during the period open to Hanson residents only will be moved to the waiting list. Preference will be given to Hanson residents when moving individuals from the waiting list to the list of approved attendees. https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/july-book-box-adults/

Pick Up at Front Desk Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341

July Teen Book Box (Grades 6-12)

Do you like books and surprises? Try our subscription book box service for teens. Here's how it works: 1. Sign up for a Teen Book Box each month. Each box will include a new library book along with treats, crafts, and other goodies. 2. Pick up your box at the Libra......More

Do you like books and surprises? Try our subscription book box service for teens. Here's how it works: 1. Sign up for a Teen Book Box each month. Each box will include a new library book along with treats, crafts, and other goodies. 2. Pick up your box at the Library on the first Tuesday of the month. Once you get home, open your surprise! You'll need to return the library book at the end of the month, but you keep everything else.   3. Repeat! Sign up, return your book, and pick up your next box. Registration open to Hanson residents only: June 6 until June 17 at 1:00pm Registration open to everyone: Starting on June 17 at 1:00pm Any registrations that are submitted for non-residents during the period open to Hanson residents only will be moved to the waiting list. Preference will be given to Hanson residents when moving individuals from the waiting list to the list of approved attendees. https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/july-teen-book-box-grades-6-12/

Pick Up at Front Desk Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341

Learning Adventures (Ages 0-5)

Caregivers and children ages 0-5 are invited to a playdate at the Library! Join us anytime between 4:00-5:00pm to explore librarian selected books, coloring pages, and a themed craft. The Fourth of July is this week, so we’ll be learning about different aspects of the......More

Caregivers and children ages 0-5 are invited to a playdate at the Library! Join us anytime between 4:00-5:00pm to explore librarian selected books, coloring pages, and a themed craft. The Fourth of July is this week, so we’ll be learning about different aspects of the holiday! This is not a librarian led program. Young children must be supervised by an assigned caregiver at all times. https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/learning-adventures-ages-0-5-17/

Children's Room Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341

Super Mario Bros Power-Ups Art (Ages 7-12)

Power Up with art! Learn how to draw power-ups from Super Mario Bros and use watercolor paint to complete your artwork. This program is made possible by State Aid to Public Libraries. https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/super-mario-bros-power-ups-......More

Power Up with art! Learn how to draw power-ups from Super Mario Bros and use watercolor paint to complete your artwork. This program is made possible by State Aid to Public Libraries. https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/super-mario-bros-power-ups-art-ages-7-12/

Community Room Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341

Library Foundation Meeting

Meeting of the Hanson Public Library Foundation. https://hansonlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/foundation-board-of-directors-meeting-8/

Senior Center Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341