Games!

This event is for children of all ages and their families! Come play one of our games or bring your own and play with your friends! https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/game-night/

Children's Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Let's Go Hiking! Coast Guard Hill

Explore Marshfield on foot! New to town? Longtime resident? Looking for friends to walk with? Here is your opportunity to explore some of Marshfield’s gems. This series of FREE Summer walks is co-sponsored by the Recreation Trails Committee and the Ventress Memorial L......More

Explore Marshfield on foot! New to town? Longtime resident? Looking for friends to walk with? Here is your opportunity to explore some of Marshfield’s gems. This series of FREE Summer walks is co-sponsored by the Recreation Trails Committee and the Ventress Memorial Library. The walks are designed to allow residents the opportunity to explore trails which are located in Marshfield. With over 25 trails in town, there is probably one located not far from where you live. Our community walks are led by RTC members and a variety of guest presenters.  The walks are limited to 12 participants, age 10 and older. Students age 10-17 are welcome with an adult. Participants will learn about the history of the property and will share their knowledge with others.  Hikers are encouraged to: Wear sturdy shoes  Dress for the weather, which includes hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, walking stick and bug spray  Bring their own water bottle, and a peanut-free snack  Some trails may not be suitable for all individuals. Hills, rocks, tree limbs, uneven ground and brush are all common trail features. We love dogs, but for the comfort of all please leave them home during these walks. While our walks vary in length, they may go up to two hours per walk. In the event of heavy rain or thunder, walks will be rescheduled for the listed rain date. The North and South River Watershed Association offers descriptions of Marshfield and Marshfield area trails at NSRWA.org. Get outdoors – Forest Trails – to see which trails may be a good match for you. Registration is required. Space is limited and a wait list will be created once a walk fills. Volunteer opportunities exist for individuals, organizations and or businesses who wish to help improve and promote our vast network of community trails.  Meet at the flag pole in the parking lot located at the base of Coast Guard Hill, 900 Ferry Street. This is another fun walk with a spectacular view from the top of Coast Guard Hill. Learn about the mansion (now a private residence) where the Coast Guard members lived, how they got to work and more!  Rain date: Friday, July 18 at 6:00 PM Questions? Reach out to Ned Bangs, Chair of the Recreation Trails Committee (nbangs@townofmarshfield.org) https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lets-go-hiking-coast-guard-hill/

Marshfield Town Trails

Teen Miniatures Club

Have you seen people playing tabletop RPGs or other games with figurines or terrain? Have you ever thought that it might be fun to do that but you just don't know how to get started?  Are you between the ages of 12-18? Come check out the Teen Miniature Club! We'll b......More

Have you seen people playing tabletop RPGs or other games with figurines or terrain? Have you ever thought that it might be fun to do that but you just don't know how to get started?  Are you between the ages of 12-18? Come check out the Teen Miniature Club! We'll be building, painting, and even playing games with miniatures.  No experience or supplies necessary; this is intended for beginners, but experienced friends are welcome! If you have any questions, feel free to email Tom, the Reference Assistant at twhite@marshfield.ocln.org. https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-miniatures-club/

Library Plaza Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Take + Make Crafts

Stop by the Children's Room for a fun craft to take home! While supplies last.  https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/take-make-crafts-38/

Children's Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Wingmasters (Ages 6 and Up) This Program is FULL!!

***PLEASE NOTE THIS PROGRAM IS FOR AGES 6 & UP; THIS PROGRAM IS NOT APPROPRIATE FOR CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 6! RECORDING, VIDEOTAPING or BROADCASTING THE PROGRAM IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. If you come to the program with a child under six years old or any person not re......More

***PLEASE NOTE THIS PROGRAM IS FOR AGES 6 & UP; THIS PROGRAM IS NOT APPROPRIATE FOR CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 6! RECORDING, VIDEOTAPING or BROADCASTING THE PROGRAM IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. If you come to the program with a child under six years old or any person not registered, your whole party will be turned away. Thank you for your understanding. *** *** REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR EVERY PERSON WHO WILL BE ATTENDING! NO EXCEPTIONS! *** VERY IMPORTANT: WINGMASTERS LIABILITY POLICY STATES THAT ALL AUDIENCE MEMBERS MUST BE SEATED IN CHAIRS DURING THEPRESENTATION. WE ASK THAT NO ONE BE SEATED ON THE FLOOR. WINGMASTERS is a partnership of two people dedicated to increasing public understanding and appreciation of North American birds of prey. Julie Anne Collier and Jim Parks are both licensed wildlife rehabilitators based in Massachusetts. Together they care for injured birds of prey at their private center in Leverett, Massachusetts. Most of the birds they rehabilitate can ultimately be released back into the wild, but in some cases the birds are left permanently handicapped. Julie and Jim are further licensed to provide a home for these nonreleasable raptors, and to use them for educational programs. Since 1994 WINGMASTERS has presented over 10,000 programs at schools, libraries and museums throughout New England. For the birds well-being and for the safety of the audience, our raptors are handled only by Julie and Jim, and are under our control at all times. They are never flown for demonstration.  https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/wingmasters/

Library Plaza Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Poppies - Veterans Spouse Meeting

Weekly meeting of Poppies https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/poppies-veterans-spouse-meeting-159/

Library Plaza Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Free Feeding Support Group

Please join us for a free weekly feeding support group! This group is led by Katie Flaherty- Marshfield mom, nurse and lactation consultant! We support all families who are breastfeeding and/or bottle feeding (breastmilk or formula- we love it all)! An infant scale is......More

Please join us for a free weekly feeding support group! This group is led by Katie Flaherty- Marshfield mom, nurse and lactation consultant! We support all families who are breastfeeding and/or bottle feeding (breastmilk or formula- we love it all)! An infant scale is provided for weighted feeds. Bring your baby, coffee, questions and make some mom-friends! https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/free-feeding-support-group-50/

Children's Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Teen Miniatures Club

Have you seen people playing tabletop RPGs or other games with figurines or terrain? Have you ever thought that it might be fun to do that but you just don't know how to get started?  Are you between the ages of 12-18? Come check out the Teen Miniature Club! We'll b......More

Have you seen people playing tabletop RPGs or other games with figurines or terrain? Have you ever thought that it might be fun to do that but you just don't know how to get started?  Are you between the ages of 12-18? Come check out the Teen Miniature Club! We'll be building, painting, and even playing games with miniatures.  No experience or supplies necessary; this is intended for beginners, but experienced friends are welcome! If you have any questions, feel free to email Tom, the Reference Assistant at twhite@marshfield.ocln.org. https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-miniatures-club-2/

Library Plaza Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Stuffie Storytime + Sleepover

Bring one of your favorite stuffed animals to the library for a fun storytime and then let your stuffie friend have a sleepover at the library! Pajamas encouraged! This event is for children of all ages, their stuffies, and their caregivers. After storytime, kids and ......More

Bring one of your favorite stuffed animals to the library for a fun storytime and then let your stuffie friend have a sleepover at the library! Pajamas encouraged! This event is for children of all ages, their stuffies, and their caregivers. After storytime, kids and grownups will go home but the stuffed animal friends will hang out with Miss Wendy and Miss Jen and have some fun at the library - kids can come back to pick them up the next day and check out our social media to see all the fun they got up to! https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/stuffie-storytime/

Children's Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Take + Make Crafts

Stop by the Children's Room for a fun craft to take home! While supplies last.  https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/take-make-crafts-39/

Children's Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050

Advanced Young Writers Program

This two hour creative writing program with our resident author, Erin Petti, is for children entering grades 4-6 who have already completed at least one other Young Writers Program. Registration is required. https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ad......More

This two hour creative writing program with our resident author, Erin Petti, is for children entering grades 4-6 who have already completed at least one other Young Writers Program. Registration is required. https://ventresslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/advanced-young-writers-program/

Children's Program Room Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050