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Library Closed
2024-12-31 16:30:00 2024-12-31 20:00:00 America/New_York Library Closed In observance of New Year’s Day, the Library will close at 4:30 pm. Main Library -

Tuesday, December 31
4:30pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-12-31 16:30:00 2024-12-31 20:00:00 America/New_York Library Closed In observance of New Year’s Day, the Library will close at 4:30 pm. Main Library -

In observance of New Year’s Day, the Library will close at 4:30 pm.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | General |

Main Library
Phone: 781-751-9284
Hours
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Mon, Nov 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Nov 06 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 08 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 09 Closed
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About the branch

The Main Library is located on Church Street in Dedham Square. In addition to traditional library material, the Main Library also houses town archives, the Dedham Collection.

Upcoming Events

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Music with Friends - Animal Songs with Uncle Dick
Thu, Nov 06, 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.
Registration is now closed
Afternoon at the Movies - Classic Movie Club
Thu, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Ames Senior Center
Come and enjoy a classic movie with us!
Registration is now closed
Winter Sowing with Milk Jugs - With Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens
Thu, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Media Tables
Turn milk jugs into mini-greenhouses and jump-start... more
Turn milk jugs into mini-greenhouses and jump-start your garden this winter!
Cards for Our Service Members
Sat, Nov 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
Decorate a card for our deployed military personnel!
Math Everywhere! - Early Math Playgroup with Ms. Marsha
Mon, Nov 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join Ms. Marsha from Self Help Inc, CFCE for a... more
Join Ms. Marsha from Self Help Inc, CFCE for a six-week playgroup all about early math fun!
Registration is now closed
Afternoon Book Group
Mon, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Rotunda Space
Join us as we discuss a variety of books!
Library Closed
Mon, 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
Tue, 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.
Friends of the Library Meeting
Wed, Nov 12, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Main Library - Rotunda Space
The Friends of the Library’s monthly board... more
The Friends of the Library’s monthly board meeting. Everyone is welcome!
Elementary Book Group
Wed, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Children in grades 2-5 are welcome to join us for a... more
Children in grades 2-5 are welcome to join us for a casual book group!
Needle Felted Gifts - for Teens & Tweens
Wed, Nov 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Media Tables
Learn to make wonderful handmade gifts from needle... more
Learn to make wonderful handmade gifts from needle felted wool for the holidays!
Local Author Book Talk - Jane Parks Gardner
Wed, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Piano Space
Join local author Jane Parks Gardner as she... more
Join local author Jane Parks Gardner as she discusses her book, The Wreck of the Circus Ship Royal Tar: Tragedy in Penobscot Bay.
Rescheduled
Tot Time Sing 'n Learn - with Ms. Marsha
Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
New date Thursday, November 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library
Tot Time Sing 'n Learn is a monthly playgroup... more
Tot Time Sing 'n Learn is a monthly playgroup designed for children ages 9 months to 3 years old and their caregivers.
Memory Cafe
Thu, Nov 13, 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
The Search for Truth and the Persistence of Love Across Time - with Novelist Amanda Peters
Thu, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Author Talk
Join us in an online conversation with acclaimed... more
Join us in an online conversation with acclaimed writer Amanda Peters.
Register
Stargazing - at Endicott Branch Library
Thu, Nov 13, 7:15pm - 7:45pm
Endicott Branch - Back Lawn
Uncover the magic of the night sky at the... more
Uncover the magic of the night sky at the library’s stargazing night—peer through our telescope, spot distant stars, and let your curiosity lead the way.
Cards for Our Service Members
Sat, Nov 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
Decorate a card for our deployed military personnel!
Millennial Book Group
Mon, Nov 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Rotunda Space
We read a variety of books from nonfiction, to... more
We read a variety of books from nonfiction, to newer bestsellers, soon to be movies/series, and anything else we would love to read and discuss!
Unlock the Secret Language of Connection - with Supercommunicator Charles Duhigg
Tue, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Author Talk
Get yourself primed for the holiday season and join... more
Get yourself primed for the holiday season and join us for an online conversation you won't want to miss!
Register
Between the Lines - Book Group
Tue, Nov 18, 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 fiction and nonfiction titles.
Ukulele Jam
Tue, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Piano Space
Have fun making music with other ukulele players!
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group
Wed, Nov 19, 9:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
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
Read to a Therapy Dog
Wed, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Reading is more fun with a four-legged friend!
Needle Felted Gifts - for Teens & Tweens
Wed, Nov 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Media Tables
Learn to make wonderful handmade gifts from needle... more
Learn to make wonderful handmade gifts from needle felted wool for the holidays!
Main Library Book Group
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Fall Watercolor Class - Falling into Fall
Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Media Tables
Watercolors are for everyone! Build on skills you... more
Watercolors are for everyone! Build on skills you already have or try something new while being inspired by the natural beauty of autumn in New England.
This event is full
Tot Time Sing 'n Learn - with Ms. Marsha
Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Children's Room
Tot Time Sing 'n Learn is a monthly playgroup... more
Tot Time Sing 'n Learn is a monthly playgroup designed for children ages 9 months to 3 years old and their caregivers.
Cursive for Beginners
Thu, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Learn how to write in cursive at the library!
This event is full
LGBTQ+ Book Group
Thu, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Main Library - Piano 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.
Stargazing - at Endicott Branch Library
Thu, Nov 20, 7:15pm - 7:45pm
Endicott Branch - Back Lawn
Uncover the magic of the night sky at the... more
Uncover the magic of the night sky at the library’s stargazing night—peer through our telescope, spot distant stars, and let your curiosity lead the way.
Delayed Opening
Fri, Nov 21, 9:00am - 10:15am
Main Library
The Library will have a delayed opening due to a... more
The Library will have a delayed opening due to a staff meeting.
Math Everywhere! - Early Math Playgroup with Ms. Marsha
Mon, Nov 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join Ms. Marsha from Self Help Inc, CFCE for a... more
Join Ms. Marsha from Self Help Inc, CFCE for a six-week playgroup all about early math fun!
Registration is now closed
Holiday Card Display Craft
Mon, Nov 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Media Tables
We will be making a festive display for your... more
We will be making a festive display for your holiday cards!
This event is full
History Lovers Book Group
Tue, Nov 25, 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 historical fiction one month, then a related non-fiction the following month.
Pokémon Club
Wed, Nov 26, 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 26, 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 27, All day
Main Library
In observance of Thanksgiving Day, the Library will... more
In observance of Thanksgiving Day, the Library will be closed.
Mystic Aquarium Touch Tank - For children in preschool-kindergarten
Fri, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 2:20pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Explore life under the sea with the Mystic... more
Explore life under the sea with the Mystic Aquarium's traveling touch tanks!
This event is full
Mystic Aquarium Touch Tank - For children in preschool-kindergarten
Fri, Nov 28, 2:20pm - 2:40pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Explore life under the sea with the Mystic... more
Explore life under the sea with the Mystic Aquarium's traveling touch tanks!
Mystic Aquarium Touch Tank - For children in preschool-kindergarten
Fri, Nov 28, 2:40pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Explore life under the sea with the Mystic... more
Explore life under the sea with the Mystic Aquarium's traveling touch tanks!
This event is full
Mystic Aquarium Touch Tank - For children grades 1-8
Fri, Nov 28, 3:00pm - 3:20pm
Main Library
Explore life under the sea with the Mystic... more
Explore life under the sea with the Mystic Aquarium's traveling touch tanks!
Mystic Aquarium Touch Tank - For children grades 1-8
Fri, Nov 28, 3:20pm - 3:40pm
Main Library
Explore life under the sea with the Mystic... more
Explore life under the sea with the Mystic Aquarium's traveling touch tanks!
Mystic Aquarium Touch Tank - For children grades 1-8
Fri, Nov 28, 3:40pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Explore life under the sea with the Mystic... more
Explore life under the sea with the Mystic Aquarium's traveling touch tanks!
Monthly Scavenger Hunt - at the Main Library
Mon, Dec 01, All day
Children's Room
Find the pictures we have hidden in the Children's... more
Find the pictures we have hidden in the Children's Room to win a prize! There is a new scavenger hunt every month; play anytime at either location, earn a prize for finding all 10 pictures!
Monthly Scavenger Hunt - Endicott Branch Library
Mon, Dec 01, All day
Children's Area
Find the pictures we have hidden in the Children's... more
Find the pictures we have hidden in the Children's Area to win a prize! There is a new scavenger hunt every month; play anytime at either location, earn a prize for finding all 10 pictures!
Math Everywhere! - Early Math Playgroup with Ms. Marsha
Mon, Dec 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join Ms. Marsha from Self Help Inc, CFCE for a... more
Join Ms. Marsha from Self Help Inc, CFCE for a six-week playgroup all about early math fun!
Registration is now closed
Tween Graphic Novel Book Club
Mon, Dec 01, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Get free copies of each book we read! Meet up with... more
Get free copies of each book we read! Meet up with friends and talk about these awesome graphic novels in our Tween Graphic Novel Book Club!
Scheming Wives and High-Stakes Hilarity - with Author Sue Hincenbergs
Tue, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Author Talk
Buckle up for a wild ride and join us as we sit... more
Buckle up for a wild ride and join us as we sit down for an online chat with debut author Sue Hincenbergs to discuss her novel The Retirement Plan, in which murder is the name of the game.
Register
Endicott Book Group
Tue, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join us on the first Tuesday of each month at the... more
Join us on the first Tuesday of each month at the Endicott Branch Library to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles.
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group
Wed, Dec 03, 9:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
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
Needle Felted Gifts - for Teens & Tweens
Wed, Dec 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Media Tables
Learn to make wonderful handmade gifts from needle... more
Learn to make wonderful handmade gifts from needle felted wool for the holidays!
Stargazing - at Endicott Branch Library
Thu, Dec 04, 7:15pm - 7:45pm
Endicott Branch - Back Lawn
Uncover the magic of the night sky at the... more
Uncover the magic of the night sky at the library’s stargazing night—peer through our telescope, spot distant stars, and let your curiosity lead the way.
Holiday Kids' Craft Fair
Sat, Dec 06, 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.
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