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Book Buffet Reading Day

Book Buffet Reading Day

Riverdale Elementary
2025-03-15 10:00:00 2025-03-15 13:00:00 America/New_York Book Buffet Reading Day Spend some time reading at the Library! Main Library - Children's Room

Saturday, March 15
10:00am - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-15 10:00:00 2025-03-15 13:00:00 America/New_York Book Buffet Reading Day Spend some time reading at the Library! Main Library - Children's Room

Main Library

Children's Room

Spend some time reading at the Library!

Whether you're reading for the Around the World Reading Challenge or your school read-a-thon, drop by to browse our collection, get book recommendations, and enjoy some snacks. Wear comfy clothes, bring a beanbag, or build a reading fort in the Children's Room. And, don’t forget to log your hours!

For grades 1-5. Registration not required. Please email Brittany at btuttle.ddm@minlib.net with questions. 

AGE GROUP: | Elementary School |

EVENT TYPE: | Books & Authors |

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

Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Sat, Mar 08, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Sat, Mar 08, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Friends Book Sale Area
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.
Monday Morning Music - with Jonah
Mon, Mar 10, 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.
This event is full
Monday Morning Music - with Jonah
Mon, Mar 10, 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, Mar 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Rotunda Space
Come join us as we discuss a variety of fiction and... more
Come join us as we discuss a variety of fiction and nonfiction books!
Millennial Book Group
Mon, Mar 10, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
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!
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Tue, Mar 11, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Baby & Toddler Time
Tue, Mar 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
You’re never too young for the library!
The ABCs of Storytime - PreK Storytime
Tue, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
Storytime is as easy as ABC!
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Wed, Mar 12, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Baby Time
Wed, Mar 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Room
You're never too young for the library!
Storytime with Miss Lisa
Wed, Mar 12, 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!
Friends of the Library Meeting
Wed, Mar 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!
Power of Reset and How to Change What’s Not Working - with Author Dan Heath
Wed, Mar 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Author Talk
Are you ready for a revolutionary guide to fixing... more
Are you ready for a revolutionary guide to fixing what’s not working—in systems and processes, organizations and companies, and even in our daily lives?
Register
Sew a Softie (for teens)
Wed, Mar 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Media Tables
Learn to sew and leave with your very own softie!
Sourdough with Lisa's Kitchen
Wed, Mar 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Piano Space
Calling all baking enthusiasts—whether you're a... more
Calling all baking enthusiasts—whether you're a seasoned pro or a curious beginner!
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Thu, Mar 13, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Memory Cafe
Thu, Mar 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
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Fri, Mar 14, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Sat, Mar 15, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Book Buffet Reading Day - Riverdale Elementary
Sat, Mar 15, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Spend some time reading at the Library!
Book Buffet Reading Day - Greenlodge Elementary
Sat, Mar 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Spend an afternoon reading at the Library!
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Mon, Mar 17, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Monday Morning Music - with Jonah
Mon, Mar 17, 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 - with Jonah
Mon, Mar 17, 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.
Irish Whiskey - History and Recommendations with Travis Ireland
Mon, Mar 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
How perfect of this for St. Paddy's Day? Travis... more
How perfect of this for St. Paddy's Day? Travis IRELAND of the Friskey Whiskey Podcast will join us virtually to discuss the history of Irish whiskeys and the best he's encountered!
Register
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Tue, Mar 18, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Baby & Toddler Time
Tue, Mar 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
You’re never too young for the library!
The ABCs of Storytime - PreK Storytime
Tue, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
Storytime is as easy as ABC!
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Wed, Mar 19, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group - Resumes ("A Pocketful of STARS")
Wed, Mar 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
Baby Time
Wed, Mar 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Room
You're never too young for the library!
Storytime with Miss Lisa
Wed, Mar 19, 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, Mar 19, 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!
Teen Advisory Board
Wed, Mar 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Media Tables
The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) works with the teen... more
The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) works with the teen librarian to help the library select books and plan programs. It also counts as volunteer hours!
Main Library Book Group
Wed, Mar 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.
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Thu, Mar 20, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Watercolor Class II - 3-Part Series
Thu, Mar 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Media Tables
Watercolors are for everyone! Build on the skills... more
Watercolors are for everyone! Build on the skills you honed in Watercolor I, though no prerequisite required.
This event is full
How Women’s Liberation Transformed America - In Conversation with Clara Bingham
Thu, Mar 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Author Talk
Join us for a transformative conversation with... more
Join us for a transformative conversation with award-winning journalist and author, Clara Bingham, as she chats with us about her new book, The Movement.
Register
LGBTQ+ Book Group
Thu, Mar 20, 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.
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Fri, Mar 21, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Delayed Opening
Fri, Mar 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.
Senior Center Book Group
Fri, Mar 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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!
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Sat, Mar 22, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Artist Reception - Marianne Quinn
Sat, Mar 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Cahuita National Park LIVE Virtual Tour - with Alejandro Cano of Enjoy Virtual Tours Costa Rica
Sat, Mar 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Piano Space or Zoom
Join us for a walk-along live virtual tour of the... more
Join us for a walk-along live virtual tour of the Cahuita National Park in Costa Rica!
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Mon, Mar 24, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Monday Morning Music - with Jonah
Mon, Mar 24, 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 - with Jonah
Mon, Mar 24, 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.
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Tue, Mar 25, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Baby & Toddler Time
Tue, Mar 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
You’re never too young for the library!
The ABCs of Storytime - PreK Storytime
Tue, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
Storytime is as easy as ABC!
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Wed, Mar 26, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Baby Time
Wed, Mar 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Room
You're never too young for the library!
Storytime with Miss Lisa
Wed, Mar 26, 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, Mar 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!
Dreams We Chase - An Author Talk with Novelist Jennifer Weiner
Wed, Mar 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Author Talk
You’re invited to a glimmering conversation with... more
You’re invited to a glimmering conversation with New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Weiner.
Register
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Thu, Mar 27, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Music with Friends - Animal Songs with Uncle Dick
Thu, Mar 27, 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.
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Fri, Mar 28, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Sat, Mar 29, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Chess for Kids
Sat, Mar 29, 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.
Around the World in 90 Days - Winter 2025 Reading Challenge
Mon, Mar 31, All day
Main Library
Escape the drab and dreary this winter by joining... more
Escape the drab and dreary this winter by joining us for a round-the-world trip... via books this January 1 through March 31, 2025!
Register
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Mon, Mar 31, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Monday Morning Music - with Jonah
Mon, Mar 31, 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 - with Jonah
Mon, Mar 31, 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.
A History of Guinness Beer - with Guinness Brewery Ambassador, Mike Reardon
Mon, Mar 31, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom
Celebrate Saint Patrick's Day by learning all about... more
Celebrate Saint Patrick's Day by learning all about Ireland's iconic stout!
Register
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Tue, Apr 01, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Baby & Toddler Time
Tue, Apr 01, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
You’re never too young for the library!
The ABCs of Storytime - PreK Storytime
Tue, Apr 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Room
Storytime is as easy as ABC!
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Wed, Apr 02, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group - Using AI ("Your Job Search Co-Pilot")
Wed, Apr 02, 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
Baby Time
Wed, Apr 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch - Children's Room
You're never too young for the library!
Storytime with Miss Lisa
Wed, Apr 02, 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!
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Thu, Apr 03, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Art Exhibit - Marianne Quinn
Fri, Apr 04, All day
Main Library - Piano Space
We are deeply honored to present landscape... more
We are deeply honored to present landscape paintings by Marianne Quinn, a longtime Dedham resident.
Monday Morning Music - with Jonah
Mon, Apr 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 - with Jonah
Mon, Apr 07, 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.
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