Storytime for Little Ones (Ages 0-3)

Join us for a lively story time. We'll share stories, songs, rhymes, and movement! Great for ages 0-3 and their grown-ups. No registration required. https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-for-little-ones-ages-0-3-39/

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VIRTUALLY SPEAKING: America’s Failed Response to the Opioid Crisis with Author Shoshana Walter

Join us for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walter’s book Rehab: An American Scandal. In this work, Walter, a Pulitzer finalist, exposes the country’......More

Join us for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walter’s book Rehab: An American Scandal. In this work, Walter, a Pulitzer finalist, exposes the country’s failed response to the opioid crisis, and the malfeasance, corruption, and snake oil which blight the drug rehabilitation industry. Today, more people have access to treatment than ever before. So why isn’t it working? The answer is that in America—where anyone can get addicted—only certain people get a real chance to recover. Despite record numbers of overdose deaths, our default response is still to punish, while rehabs across the United States fail to incorporate scientifically proven strategies and exploit patients.  In this book, you’ll find the stories of four people who represent the failures of the rehab-industrial complex, and the ways our treatment system often prevents recovery. April is a black mom in Philadelphia, who witnessed firsthand how the government’s punitive response to the crack epidemic impeded her mother’s recovery—and then her own. Chris, a young middle-class white man from Louisiana, received more opportunities in his addiction than April, including the chance to go to treatment instead of prison. Yet the only program the judge permitted was one that forced him to perform unpaid back-breaking labor at for-profit companies. Wendy is a mother from a wealthy suburb of Los Angeles, whose son died in a sober living home. She began investigating for-profit treatment programs—yet law enforcement and regulators routinely ignored her warnings, allowing rehab patients to die, again and again. Larry is a surgeon who himself struggled with addiction, and would eventually become one of the first Suboxone prescribers in the nation, drawing the scrutiny of the Drug Enforcement Administration.  Be sure to register HERE to participate in this urgent conversation and learn insight on how we might fix the system to save lives. About the Author:  Shoshana Walter is a reporter for the Marshall Project covering the criminal justice system. Her reporting has been honored as a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize and Selden Ring, and she has won the Knight Award for Public Service, the Edward R. Murrow Award, and the Livingston Award for Young Journalists. She started her work on the treatment system at The Center for Investigative Reporting, where her work appeared in The New York Times Magazine, in newspapers, and on NPR stations across the country. She is based in Oakland, California. About the Guest Host:  Barbara Ellen Kingsolver is a Pulitzer Prize-winning American novelist, essayist, and poet. Her widely known works include The Poisonwood Bible, the tale of a missionary family in the Congo, and Animal, Vegetable, Miracle, a nonfiction account of her family's attempts to eat locally. In 2023, she was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for the novel Demon Copperhead. Her work often focuses on topics such as social justice, biodiversity, and the interaction between humans and their communities and environments.  The views expressed by presenters are their own and their appearance in a program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Mansfield Public Library. https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtually-speaking-america-s-failed-response-to-the-opioid-crisis-with-author-shoshana-walter/

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Horror & Sci Fi Discussion Group: Kindred by Octavia Butler (Ages 18+)

Do you love to read horror books and/or watch horror movies? How about science fiction books and/or and movies? If you answered yes to these questions, then have we got the book/movie discussion group for you! All horror and sci fi aficionados ages 18 and up are welco......More

Do you love to read horror books and/or watch horror movies? How about science fiction books and/or and movies? If you answered yes to these questions, then have we got the book/movie discussion group for you! All horror and sci fi aficionados ages 18 and up are welcome to join in the discussion! Every other month we will focus on one title, read the book, watch the film OR suggested films of the same genre (on our own) and then discuss the book and how the film measures up. Registration required. Octavia Butler's Kindred is our March title. Copies of the book are available at the library. You can access the film by requesting the dvd through the library or by streaming it. It is recommended that you have read the book and watched the film at the time of the discussion. https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/horror-sci-fi-discussion-group-kindred-by-octavia-butler-ages-18/

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Yoga With Revonda Mehovic

Join Certified Yoga Instructor Revonda Mehovic for a special Yoga at the Library hour long practice. This practice will be appropriate for levels 1 and 2 and will focus on matching movements to breath. Plenty of modifications for poses will be offered. Please bring a......More

Join Certified Yoga Instructor Revonda Mehovic for a special Yoga at the Library hour long practice. This practice will be appropriate for levels 1 and 2 and will focus on matching movements to breath. Plenty of modifications for poses will be offered. Please bring a yoga mat, water bottle and blocks (if you have them).  Open to ages 18 + Registration required https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/yoga-with-revonda-mehovic-2/

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Baby Playgroup (Ages 0-20 months)

Parents and caregivers of our youngest friends, ages 0-20 months, are invited to drop by the library anytime between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM every Thursday morning for a baby playgroup. We  provide age-appropriate toys for babies and young toddlers so that parents and c......More

Parents and caregivers of our youngest friends, ages 0-20 months, are invited to drop by the library anytime between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM every Thursday morning for a baby playgroup. We  provide age-appropriate toys for babies and young toddlers so that parents and caregivers have the opportunity to engage with their little ones and socialize with other adults. This is an informal drop-in gathering; no registration or commitment required.  https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/baby-playgroup-ages-0-20-months-26/

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Drop-In LEGO Free Build (Ages 4+)

Come build with LEGO bricks! This is an informal free build event. Drop in to the Youth Room any time between 4:00-6:30 PM.   Creations will be put on display in the Youth Room each week! https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/drop-in-lego-free......More

Come build with LEGO bricks! This is an informal free build event. Drop in to the Youth Room any time between 4:00-6:30 PM.   Creations will be put on display in the Youth Room each week! https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/drop-in-lego-free-build-ages-5-34/

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[FULL] Baby Beats & Books (Ages 6-24 Months)

[CLASS IS FULL] Please check Self Help's online calendar for other local programs and future events. https://selfhelpcpc.org/#events Join Ms. Emmy for songs and stories designed especially for babies ages 6-24 months! This group features a period of free play, shor......More

[CLASS IS FULL] Please check Self Help's online calendar for other local programs and future events. https://selfhelpcpc.org/#events Join Ms. Emmy for songs and stories designed especially for babies ages 6-24 months! This group features a period of free play, short stories, and sing along favorites that support early language skills and joyful together time. This six week group is intended for ages 6-24 months. Registration is required and space is limited. Classes will run from 10:15-10:45 on Fridays: 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/10, and 4/17. Registration is required and space is limited. Please register online at https://selfhelpcpc.org/#events. https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/full-baby-beats-books-ages-6-24-months/

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[FULL] Toddler Time with Ms. Emmy (Ages 2-3years)

[CLASS IS FULL.]  Please check Self Help's online calendar for other local programs and future events. https://selfhelpcpc.org/#events Wiggles, giggles, and wonder await! Joi......More

[CLASS IS FULL.]  Please check Self Help's online calendar for other local programs and future events. https://selfhelpcpc.org/#events Wiggles, giggles, and wonder await! Join Ms. Emmy for a story and playtime made just for toddlers and their grown ups. You'll sing fun songs, read stories, and explore playful activities that spark imagination and smiles. This six week group is intended for ages 2-3 years. Registration is required and space is limited. Classes will run from 11:00-11:45 on Fridays: 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/10, and 4/17. Registration is required and space is limited. Please register each child who will be attending. https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/toddler-time-with-ms-emmy-ages-2-3years-4/

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Art Lab (Grades K-8)

Art Lab is a program that focuses on process and creativity. Participate in some of the experiment stations or follow your own creative sparks! This is a drop in program which means you don’t have to arrive at the start time or stay for the whole session. Not all mat......More

Art Lab is a program that focuses on process and creativity. Participate in some of the experiment stations or follow your own creative sparks! This is a drop in program which means you don’t have to arrive at the start time or stay for the whole session. Not all materials are washable; please dress accordingly! This program is supported by the Friends of the Mansfield Public Library.  https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/art-lab-grades-k-12-21/

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Storytime for Little Ones (Ages 0-3)

Join us for a lively story time. We'll share stories, songs, rhymes, and movement! Great for ages 0-3 and their grown-ups. No registration required. https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-for-little-ones-ages-0-3-40/

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Social Security Workshop

Financial Advisor Chris Ireland offers an educational presentation on social security.  Free and open to all. Registration recommended for courtesy email reminder.    Chris Ireland is a financial services representatives serving clients across Massachusetts and Rho......More

Financial Advisor Chris Ireland offers an educational presentation on social security.  Free and open to all. Registration recommended for courtesy email reminder.    Chris Ireland is a financial services representatives serving clients across Massachusetts and Rhode Island. I grew up in Brockton, MA—known as the "City of Champions"—where he learned the value of hard work, perseverance, and community. As a former small business owner and SHIP Counselor for Medicare, he spent his career helping people navigate important decisions, and he’s passionate about guiding individuals and families toward a stronger financial future. At home, he is a proud husband and father to a teenage daughter. Outside of work, he has a unique background—he was trained by the legendary "Killer" Kowalski to be a pro wrestler, and now he enjoys training the next generation of wrestling stars. He’s committed to helping young professionals, families, small businesses, and pre-retirees protect what matters most.  https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/social-security-workshop/

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Baby Playgroup (Ages 0-20 months)

Parents and caregivers of our youngest friends, ages 0-20 months, are invited to drop by the library anytime between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM every Thursday morning for a baby playgroup. We  provide age-appropriate toys for babies and young toddlers so that parents and c......More

Parents and caregivers of our youngest friends, ages 0-20 months, are invited to drop by the library anytime between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM every Thursday morning for a baby playgroup. We  provide age-appropriate toys for babies and young toddlers so that parents and caregivers have the opportunity to engage with their little ones and socialize with other adults. This is an informal drop-in gathering; no registration or commitment required.  https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/baby-playgroup-ages-0-20-months-27/

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VIRTUALLY SPEAKING: On a Mission: The History of US Women Astronauts with Smithsonian Curator Emerit

Join us for an exhilarating journey through the history of US women astronauts with Valerie Neal, emerita curator from the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum and expert on human spaceflight. Sally Ride became a household name as the first American woman in s......More

Join us for an exhilarating journey through the history of US women astronauts with Valerie Neal, emerita curator from the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum and expert on human spaceflight. Sally Ride became a household name as the first American woman in space, but scores of equally impressive women have also left their mark in space. On a Mission: The Smithsonian History of US Women Astronauts spans 45 years and 61 astronauts to share the epic journeys of women who made space for themselves in a male-dominated field. Valerie Neal interviewed many of the US women astronauts to bring their experiences to life. She offers a culturally insightful history of their achievements, the challenges they've faced, and their distinctive stories. Collectively, they've completed more than 100 space shuttle missions, and more than 30 long-duration stays on the International Space Station and Russian Space Station Mir, and they continue to prove themselves in present-day space exploration efforts. The book includes 50 black-and-white photographs to complement the historical account. With its sweeping look from the first women astronauts to Christina Hammock Koch, assigned to the first crewed Artemis mission around the Moon, there is no comparably thorough book on America's women astronauts. On a Mission is an inspiring tribute to unsung women's history. Register HERE to take part in this inspirational discussion!  About the Author: Valerie Neal is a space historian and Curator Emerita at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington DC. Her specialty is human spaceflight, space technology, and space science in the Space Shuttle era and beyond. At the Museum, she collected more than 1500 artifacts of the shuttle era, curated three exhibitions and eight documentary programs for the Smithsonian Channel (cable TV), published books and articles growing from her research, lectured in the USA and abroad, and gave many interviews for US and international media.  Before joining the Museum, she was a writer and editor for some 25 NASA publications on Space Shuttle and Spacelab missions, the Hubble Space Telescope and other Great Observatories, space science, and NASA History. She participated in underwater astronaut training in Alabama and mission support in Houston for four Space Shuttle missions. She has taught American Studies and writing courses at multiple universities. Valerie Neal holds Ph.D. and M.A. degrees in American Studies and a B.A. degree in English and History.  The views expressed by presenters are their own and their appearance in a program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Mansfield Public Library. https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtually-speaking-on-a-mission-the-history-of-us-women-astronauts-with-smithsonian-curator-emerita-valerie-neal/

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Drop-In LEGO Free Build (Ages 4+)

Come build with LEGO bricks! This is an informal free build event. Drop in to the Youth Room any time between 4:00-6:30 PM.   Creations will be put on display in the Youth Room each week! https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/drop-in-lego-free......More

Come build with LEGO bricks! This is an informal free build event. Drop in to the Youth Room any time between 4:00-6:30 PM.   Creations will be put on display in the Youth Room each week! https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/drop-in-lego-free-build-ages-5-35/

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HYBRID: Mystery Book Club - The Impossible Fortune, by Richard Osman

All are welcome to join the Mansfield Public Library Mystery Book Club for an in-person OR virtual discussion of The Impossible Fortune by Richard Osman. It’s been a quiet year for the Thursday Murder Club. Joyce is busy with table plans and first dances. Elizabeth ......More

All are welcome to join the Mansfield Public Library Mystery Book Club for an in-person OR virtual discussion of The Impossible Fortune by Richard Osman. It’s been a quiet year for the Thursday Murder Club. Joyce is busy with table plans and first dances. Elizabeth is grieving. Ron is dealing with family troubles, and Ibrahim is still providing therapy to his favorite criminal. But when Elizabeth meets Nick, a wedding guest asking for her help, she finds the thrill of the chase is ignited once again. And when Nick disappears without a trace, his cagey business partner becomes the gang’s next stop. It seems the duo have something valuable—something worth killing for. Joyce’s daughter, Joanna, jumps into the fray to help the gang as they seek answers: Has someone kidnapped Nick? And what’s this uncrackable code they keep hearing about? Plunged back into action once more, can the four friends solve the puzzle and a murder in time?–Amazon This event is free and open to all. Registration Required for invitation to Zoom Meeting Room. Registrants will receive the invitation to the Zoom Meeting Room on the day of the event. https://mansfieldlibraryma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/hybrid-mystery-book-club-listen-for-the-lie-by-amy-tintera-8/

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