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Museums All Around Us: Dedham Reads Together 2024 Archive Collection Open House

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Archive Collection Open House
2024-05-03 10:00:00 2024-05-03 12:00:00 America/New_York Archive Collection Open House Drop in and explore what the historic Dedham Collection has in store! Endicott Branch - Study/Gaming Area

Friday, May 03
10:00am - 12:00pm

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Endicott Branch

Study/Gaming Area

Drop in and explore what the historic Dedham Collection has in store!

Ever wonder what cool mysteries lie in the archival collection here at the Dedham Public Library? Now is your chance to explore our historic Dedham Collection during our Archive Collection Open House! We’ve chosen an interesting selection that provides just a taste of what the full collection has to offer. You will get to have hands-on experience handling a wide variety of different materials that relate to the history of your town and your library. We will be holding two sessions, one at the Main Library from 2-4p m on April 26, and one at the Endicott Branch Library on May 3 from 10 am-12 pm. 


Ages 13+ welcome. Registration is not required, but encouraged. Please reach out to Michaela with any questions about the open house or our archival collection in general.

Dedham Reads Together is a collaborative annual initiative presented by Dedham Public Library, Dedham Public Schools, and Dedham Library Innovation Team to promote literacy and community in Dedham, MA through shared reads and activities.

AGE GROUP: | Senior (55+) | High School | Adult (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Genealogy | Dedham Reads |

Endicott Branch
Phone: 781-751-9178
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Mon, Nov 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Nov 03 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 04 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Thu, Nov 05 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 07 Closed
Sun, Nov 08 9:00AM to 2:00PM
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The Endicott Branch Library is located on the grounds of the Endicott Estate and offers a wonderful outdoor space for the community to enjoy.

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Monday Morning Music
Mon, Nov 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Monday for live music and singing... more
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. This registration is for the 9:30 am program, please only register for one music program per day.
Monday Morning Music
Mon, Nov 09, All day
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Monday for live music and singing... more
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. This registration is for the 10:30 am program, please only register for one music program per day.
Baby & Toddler Time
Tue, Nov 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
You're never too young for the Library!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs and crafts for children... more
Join us for stories, songs and crafts for children ages 3 and up with a caregiver!
A City on Mars: The Science of Space Settlement - with Kelly and Zach Weinersmith
Tue, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Author Talk
Join us for a conversation with authors Kelly and... more
Join us for a conversation with authors Kelly and Zach Weinersmith as they dive into their book, A City on Mars: Can We Settle Space, Should We Settle Space, and Have We Really Thought This Through?
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Library Closed
Tue, Nov 10, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
In observance of Veterans Day, the Library will... more
In observance of Veterans Day, the Library will close at 5 pm.
Library Closed
Wed, Nov 11, All day
Main Library
In observance of Veterans' Day, the Library will be... more
In observance of Veterans' Day, the Library will be closed.
How Money Became God: Rethinking Wealth and Greed in Society - with Paul Vigna
Wed, Nov 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Author Talk
Join us for a conversation with veteran journalist... more
Join us for a conversation with veteran journalist Paul Vigna as we examine his provocative book, The Almightier: How Money Became God, Greed Became Virtue, and Debt Became Sin.
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Memory Cafe
Thu, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Piano Space
The Memory Café at Dedham Public Library is a... more
The Memory Café at Dedham Public Library is a welcoming, interactive place for individuals and families living with memory changes.
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Moovin' and Groovin'
Fri, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Children's Room
Join us for a morning of stories, music, and... more
Join us for a morning of stories, music, and movement, and learn about our adopted cow, Clover!
Pine Ridge Pet Cemetery Tour
Sat, Nov 14, 9:30am - 11:00am
Animal Rescue League of Boston - Dedham Branch
Join us for a special visit to Pine Ridge Pet Cemetery!
Chess for Kids
Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Media Tables
Discover a new way of learning the world’s... more
Discover a new way of learning the world’s greatest board game. No Stress Chess is a chess teacher unlike any other.
Monday Morning Music
Mon, Nov 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Monday for live music and singing... more
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. This registration is for the 9:30 am program, please only register for one music program per day.
Monday Morning Music
Mon, Nov 16, All day
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Monday for live music and singing... more
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. This registration is for the 10:30 am program, please only register for one music program per day.
Book Bedazzling
Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Media Tables
Add a little sparkle to your bookshelf!
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Baby & Toddler Time
Tue, Nov 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
You're never too young for the Library!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs and crafts for children... more
Join us for stories, songs and crafts for children ages 3 and up with a caregiver!
Letters About Literature
Tue, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Write to an author about a book of your choice, and... more
Write to an author about a book of your choice, and we will send your letter for you!
Between the Lines Book Group
Tue, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join us on the second Tuesday of the month to... more
Join us on the second Tuesday of the month to discuss both fiction and nonfiction titles at 6:30 pm.
Baby & Me Storytime
Wed, Nov 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays for our very... more
Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays for our very youngest friends and their caregivers!
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group
Wed, Nov 18, 10:00am - 12:45pm
Zoom
Join a professional forum for networking with peers... more
Join a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe, comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships, skills and strategies to help in your career transition.
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Sing-Along Storytime
Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join Miss Annabelle and friends as we sing, dance,... more
Join Miss Annabelle and friends as we sing, dance, shake, and move, adding in a story or two!
Afternoon Book Group
Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Endicott Branch - Study/Gaming Area
Join us as we discuss a variety of books!
Read to a Therapy Dog
Wed, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Reading is more fun with a four-legged friend!
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Read to a Therapy Dog
Wed, Nov 18, 3:45pm - 4:00pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Reading is more fun with a four-legged friend!
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Read to a Therapy Dog
Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 4:15pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Reading is more fun with a four-legged friend!
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Read to a Therapy Dog
Wed, Nov 18, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Reading is more fun with a four-legged friend!
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Hardware Store Jewelry - for Tweens & Teens
Wed, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Design jewelry from items you can find at the... more
Design jewelry from items you can find at the hardware store or even lying around your house to give as gifts or keep for yourself!
Main Library Book Group
Wed, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Rotunda Space
Main Library Book Group caters to fans of fiction... more
Main Library Book Group caters to fans of fiction and nonfiction; the titles read are chosen by members of the group.
Watercolor Class
Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Media Tables
Watercolors are for everyone! Renew and refresh... more
Watercolors are for everyone! Renew and refresh skills you already have, and enjoy painting vibrant landscapes and still lifes.
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Epic Worlds and Celestial Prophecies - with Rebecca Roanhorse
Thu, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Author Talk
Step into a sprawling world of celestial magic,... more
Step into a sprawling world of celestial magic, political intrigue, and ancient prophecies with author Rebecca Roanhorse as we dive deep into her acclaimed Between Earth and Sky trilogy.
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LGBTQ+ Book Group
Thu, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Main Library - Rotunda Space
Join us at the Main Library for our LGBTQ+ Book... more
Join us at the Main Library for our LGBTQ+ Book Group! Each month we will read a title featuring characters/people, themes, or subjects that fall under the broader LGBTQ+ umbrella.
Delayed Opening
Fri, Nov 20, 10:15am - 5:00pm
Main Library
The Library will open at 10:15 am due to the... more
The Library will open at 10:15 am due to the monthly Staff Meeting.
Moovin' and Groovin'
Fri, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Children's Room
Join us for a morning of stories, music, and... more
Join us for a morning of stories, music, and movement, and learn about our adopted cow, Clover!
Senior Center Book Group
Fri, Nov 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ames Senior Center
Senior Center Book Group is for those age 55+... more
Senior Center Book Group is for those age 55+ looking to connect with a community of local readers who respectfully discuss a diverse range of fiction and nonfiction. We welcome new members!
Sing Along with Matt Heaton
Sat, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
Join us for a morning sing along with familiar and... more
Join us for a morning sing along with familiar and new songs, movement, and fun!
Monday Morning Music
Mon, Nov 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Monday for live music and singing... more
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. This registration is for the 9:30 am program, please only register for one music program per day.
Monday Morning Music
Mon, Nov 23, All day
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Monday for live music and singing... more
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. This registration is for the 10:30 am program, please only register for one music program per day.
Baby & Toddler Time
Tue, Nov 24, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
You're never too young for the Library!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs and crafts for children... more
Join us for stories, songs and crafts for children ages 3 and up with a caregiver!
Elementary Book Group
Tue, Nov 24, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Children in grades 2-3 are welcome to join us for a... more
Children in grades 2-3 are welcome to join us for a casual book group! We will read a graphic novel every other meeting.
History Lovers' Book Group
Tue, Nov 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Rotunda Space
Engage in stimulating conversation with people who... more
Engage in stimulating conversation with people who love history just as much as you do! We read books in pairs, a non-fiction one month, then a related historical fiction the following month.
Baby & Me Storytime
Wed, Nov 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays for our very... more
Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays for our very youngest friends and their caregivers!
Sing-Along Storytime
Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join Miss Annabelle and friends as we sing, dance,... more
Join Miss Annabelle and friends as we sing, dance, shake, and move, adding in a story or two!
Pokémon Club
Wed, Nov 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join us once a month to hang out with other... more
Join us once a month to hang out with other Pokémon fans and enjoy fun activities!
Library Closed
Wed, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
In observance of Thanksgiving Day, the Library will... more
In observance of Thanksgiving Day, the Library will close at 5 pm.
Library Closed
Thu, Nov 26, All day
Main Library
In observance of Thanksgiving Day, the Library will... more
In observance of Thanksgiving Day, the Library will be closed.
Enrichment Variety Show - with Jenny the Juggler
Fri, Nov 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Come enjoy a high-energy, interactive variety show... more
Come enjoy a high-energy, interactive variety show with juggling, music, magic, physical comedy, and engagement!
Monday Morning Music
Mon, Nov 30, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Monday for live music and singing... more
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. This registration is for the 9:30 am program, please only register for one music program per day.
Monday Morning Music
Mon, Nov 30, All day
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Monday for live music and singing... more
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. This registration is for the 10:30 am program, please only register for one music program per day.
Monthly Scavenger Hunt - at the Endicott Branch Library
Tue, Dec 01, All day
Children's Area
Join us for a new drop-in scavenger hunt. Play... more
Join us for a new drop-in scavenger hunt. Play anytime at either location, and earn a prize for finding all 10 pictures!
Monthly Scavenger Hunt - at the Main Library
Tue, Dec 01, All day
Children's Room
Join us for a new drop-in scavenger hunt. Play... more
Join us for a new drop-in scavenger hunt. Play anytime at either location, and earn a prize for finding all 10 pictures!
Baby & Toddler Time
Tue, Dec 01, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
You're never too young for the Library!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs and crafts for children... more
Join us for stories, songs and crafts for children ages 3 and up with a caregiver!
Endicott Book Group
Tue, Dec 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join us monthly to discuss a fiction or nonfiction... more
Join us monthly to discuss a fiction or nonfiction book!
Baby & Me Storytime
Wed, Dec 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays for our very... more
Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays for our very youngest friends and their caregivers!
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group
Wed, Dec 02, 10:00am - 12:45pm
Zoom
Join a professional forum for networking with peers... more
Join a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe, comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships, skills and strategies to help in your career transition.
Register
Sing-Along Storytime
Wed, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join Miss Annabelle and friends as we sing, dance,... more
Join Miss Annabelle and friends as we sing, dance, shake, and move, adding in a story or two!
Demystifying Dual Citizenship
Wed, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Piano Space
Do you qualify for dual citizenship, but do not... more
Do you qualify for dual citizenship, but do not know the legal elements?
Music with Friends - Animal Songs with Uncle Dick
Thu, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
Join Friend of the Library, Dick Pierce, for 30... more
Join Friend of the Library, Dick Pierce, for 30 minutes of your favorite family-friendly songs on the first Thursday of the month.
Afternoon at the Movies - Classic Movie Club
Thu, Dec 03, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Ames Senior Center
Come and enjoy a classic movie with us!
Moovin' and Groovin'
Fri, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Children's Room
Join us for a morning of stories, music, and... more
Join us for a morning of stories, music, and movement, and learn about our adopted cow, Clover!
Holiday Kids' Craft Fair
Sat, Dec 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Piano Space
Calling all kid crafters and aspiring... more
Calling all kid crafters and aspiring entrepreneurs! Craft fairs are a great way to learn how to make crafts, talk to customers, and make sales, especially for children.
Mystery Making
Sat, Dec 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library
Help the Sisters in Crime authors make a mystery!
Monday Morning Music
Mon, Dec 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Monday for live music and singing... more
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. This registration is for the 9:30 am program, please only register for one music program per day.
Monday Morning Music
Mon, Dec 07, All day
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join us every Monday for live music and singing... more
Join us every Monday for live music and singing with Jonah, one of our children’s librarians. This registration is for the 10:30 am program, please only register for one music program per day.
Tween Graphic Novel Book Club
Mon, Dec 07, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Free books! Snacks! Did we mention the free books?
Edible Gifts - Cookies & Hot Cocoa in a Jar!
Mon, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Media Tables
Homemade gifts are a special way to tell someone... more
Homemade gifts are a special way to tell someone you care.
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