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Massachusetts Center for the Book Reading Challenge

MA Center For the Book Reading Challenge

December Prompt
2024-12-01 00:00:00 2024-12-01 23:59:00 America/New_York MA Center For the Book Reading Challenge Get ready to read with this month's prompt! Virtual Event -

Sunday, December 01
All day

Add to Calendar 2024-12-01 00:00:00 2024-12-01 23:59:00 America/New_York MA Center For the Book Reading Challenge Get ready to read with this month's prompt! Virtual Event -

Get ready to read with this month's prompt!

Time to get ready for this month's reading prompt! This month's challenge is to read a well-reviewed book in your least favorite genre.

If you are not signed up, you can join our Beanstack challenge at https://dedhamma.beanstack.com/reader365.

The Massachusetts Center for the Book 2024 Reading Challenge will encourage you to step out of your comfort zone and experience the wide world of books! Every month there will be a new prompt for what book you should read, after which you can go to the Mass Center for the Book website and submit your review of it. Complete all twelve months with them to enter into a drawing to win prizes! See more details at https://www.massbook.org/readingchallenge.

AGE GROUP: | Adult (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Books & Authors |

Main Library
Phone: 781-751-9284
Hours
Mon, Nov 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 20 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Nov 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 22 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 23 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 24 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

Watercolor Class - 3-Part Series
Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Media Tables
Watercolors are for everyone!
Registration is now closed
Music with Friends - Animal Songs with Uncle Dick
Thu, Nov 21, 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.
Cursive for Beginners
Thu, Nov 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Learn how to write in cursive at the library!
Registration is now closed
Tween Fall Craft Nights - Spooky Cross Stitch
Thu, Nov 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Fall crafting fun for tweens!
Registration is now closed
LGBTQ+ Book Group
Thu, Nov 21, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Main Library - Rotunda Space
Join us at the Main Library for our LGBTQ+ Book Group!
Drop-In Stargazing
Thu, Nov 21, 7:15pm - 7:45pm
Endicott Branch - Back Lawn,Children's Area
Drop in at the Endicott Branch Library to observe... more
Drop in at the Endicott Branch Library to observe the night sky through a telescope.
Infant and Toddler Playtime
Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Children's Room,Main Lawn
Hands on play is the best kind of play!
Power Walking Club - with Ellen
Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Gonzalez Field
Join DPL staff member and avid walker Ellen for a... more
Join DPL staff member and avid walker Ellen for a brisk 2-mile walk around Gonzalez Field every Friday morning this fall. Don’t forget to dress for the weather and bring your water bottle!
Caregiver Social Hour
Sat, Nov 23, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Children's Room
Join us for a caregiver and infant social hour!
Instrument Petting Zoo - with Bach to Rock
Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Come touch, play, and explore an array of musical... more
Come touch, play, and explore an array of musical instruments!
Storytime with MOLA
Sat, Nov 23, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Museum of Leo’s Art presents a special... more
Museum of Leo’s Art presents a special sensory-friendly storytime featuring Leo and Luca’s new picturebook, Vehicles 1-2-3 GO!
Monday Morning Music - with Jonah
Mon, Nov 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Back Lawn,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 - with Jonah
Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
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 10:30 am program, please only register for one music program per day.
Q&A with Author and Historian Kathleen DuVal - "Native Nations: A Millennium in North America"
Mon, Nov 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom
Professor, Historian, and Author Kathleen DuVal... more
Professor, Historian, and Author Kathleen DuVal discusses her book, "Native Nations: A Millennium in North America"
Register
Baby and Toddler Time
Tue, Nov 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Children's Room,Main Lawn
You’re never too young for the library!
The ABCs of Storytime! - PreK Storytime
Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:15am
Main Library - Children's Room
Storytime is as easy as ABC!
Baby Time
Wed, Nov 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Back Lawn or Children's Room
You’re never too young for the library!
Story Time with Miss Lisa
Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join Miss Lisa and friends as we sing, dance,... more
Join Miss Lisa and friends as we sing, dance, shake, and move, adding in a story or two!
Pokémon Club!
Wed, Nov 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Calling all Pokémon trainers!
Library Closed
Wed, Nov 27, 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.
Native Nations & The Beginning of the United States - (1100-1860)
Wed, Nov 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom
Native history predates 1492. Native peoples have... more
Native history predates 1492. Native peoples have been on the North American continent for centuries before colonization began.
Register
Library Closed
Thu, Nov 28, All day
Main Library
In observance of Thanksgiving Day, the Library will... more
In observance of Thanksgiving Day, the Library will be closed.
Infant and Toddler Playtime
Fri, Nov 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Children's Room,Main Lawn
Hands on play is the best kind of play!
The Poop Museum - Part 2!
Fri, Nov 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Children's Room
It's time for The Poop Museum...PART TWO!
MA Center For the Book Reading Challenge - End of November Submission
Sat, Nov 30, All day
Virtual Event
Make sure to get your reviews in!
MA Center For the Book Reading Challenge - December Prompt
Sun, Dec 01, All day
Virtual Event
Get ready to read with this month's prompt!
Monday Morning Music - with Jonah
Mon, Dec 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Back Lawn,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 - with Jonah
Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
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 10:30 am program, please only register for one music program per day.
Afternoon Book Group
Mon, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Come join us as we discuss a variety of books!
Tween Graphic Novel Book Club
Mon, Dec 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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!
Winter Watercolors - For Kids!
Tue, Dec 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Children's Room
We'll be painting in a watercolor wonderland!
Endicott Book Group
Tue, Dec 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Endicott Branch - Newspaper Table
Come join us for a discussion of both fiction and... more
Come join us for a discussion of both fiction and nonfiction books the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm.
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group - Interview Practice
Wed, Dec 04, 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
Story Time with Miss Lisa
Wed, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join Miss Lisa and friends as we sing, dance,... more
Join Miss Lisa and friends as we sing, dance, shake, and move, adding in a story or two!
Drop-In Crafts - for Kids
Wed, Dec 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Create a fun-filled craft on the first and third... more
Create a fun-filled craft on the first and third Wednesday afternoons of the month!
Simple Gifting
Wed, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Piano Space
Come and create simple bath products that’ll be... more
Come and create simple bath products that’ll be the perfect gift for anyone on your holiday list!
This event is full
Local Author Book Talk - with Jean Duffy
Thu, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Piano Space
Join local author, Jean Duffy as she discusses her... more
Join local author, Jean Duffy as she discusses her novel, Soccer Grannies: The South African Women Who Inspire the World.
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Thu, Dec 05, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Endicott Branch - Newspaper Table
Meeting details, including agenda and location,... more
Meeting details, including agenda and location, will be posted at least 48 hours in advance.
Drop-In Stargazing
Thu, Dec 05, 7:15pm - 7:45pm
Endicott Branch - Back Lawn,Children's Area
Drop in at the Endicott Branch Library to observe... more
Drop in at the Endicott Branch Library to observe the night sky through a telescope.
Book and Movie Group
Fri, Dec 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Endicott Branch - Newspaper Table
A discussion comparing books to their movie... more
A discussion comparing books to their movie adaptations.
Monday Morning Music - with Jonah
Mon, Dec 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Back Lawn,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 - with Jonah
Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
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 10:30 am program, please only register for one music program per day.
Story Time with Miss Lisa
Wed, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join Miss Lisa and friends as we sing, dance,... more
Join Miss Lisa and friends as we sing, dance, shake, and move, adding in a story or two!
A Perky Pairing - Coffee & Chocolate
Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Piano Space
Love coffee? Love chocolate? Join chocolatier Kim... more
Love coffee? Love chocolate? Join chocolatier Kim Larkin for a coffee and chocolate tasting extravaganza!
Memory Café - Creating Connections, Sharing Memories
Thu, Dec 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.
Drop-In Stargazing
Thu, Dec 12, 7:15pm - 7:45pm
Endicott Branch - Back Lawn,Children's Area
Drop in at the Endicott Branch Library to observe... more
Drop in at the Endicott Branch Library to observe the night sky through a telescope.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Sat, Dec 14, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library
Come to the Friends of the Library Book Sale and... more
Come to the Friends of the Library Book Sale and find the very best titles to transport, educate or thrill you! We also have a wonderful assortment of children's and young adult books.
Chess for Kids
Sat, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Teen Space
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.
This event is full
Monday Morning Music - with Jonah
Mon, Dec 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Back Lawn,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 - with Jonah
Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
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 10:30 am program, please only register for one music program per day.
Music with Michael - Holiday Concert
Mon, Dec 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Piano Space
Join us for this month’s musical adventure with... more
Join us for this month’s musical adventure with pianist Michael Leidig!
Winter Watercolors - For Kids!
Tue, Dec 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Children's Room
We'll be painting in a watercolor wonderland!
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group - Marketing Plan ("Plan Your Work & Work Your Plan")
Wed, Dec 18, 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
Story Time with Miss Lisa
Wed, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Join Miss Lisa and friends as we sing, dance,... more
Join Miss Lisa and friends as we sing, dance, shake, and move, adding in a story or two!
Drop-In Crafts - for Kids
Wed, Dec 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Create a fun-filled craft on the first and third... more
Create a fun-filled craft on the first and third Wednesday afternoons of the month!
Main Library Book Group
Wed, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Rotunda Space
Master Slave Husband Wife: An Epic Journey from... more
Master Slave Husband Wife: An Epic Journey from Slavery to Freedom by Ilyon Woo
Music with Friends - Animal Songs with Uncle Dick
Thu, Dec 19, 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.
LGBTQ+ Book Group
Thu, Dec 19, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Main Library - Rotunda Space
Join us at the Main Library for our LGBTQ+ Book Group!
Drop-In Stargazing
Thu, Dec 19, 7:15pm - 7:45pm
Endicott Branch - Back Lawn,Children's Area
Drop in at the Endicott Branch Library to observe... more
Drop in at the Endicott Branch Library to observe the night sky through a telescope.
Delayed Opening
Fri, Dec 20, 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.
Senior Center Book Group
Fri, Dec 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ames Senior Center
Books are available for checkout at the Main... more
Books are available for checkout at the Main Library and Endicott Branch Library beginning one month before the meeting dates.
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