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Library Closed
2025-07-03 17:00:00 2025-07-03 20:00:00 America/New_York Library Closed In observance of Independence Day, the Library will close at 5 pm. Main Library -

Thursday, July 03
5:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-03 17:00:00 2025-07-03 20:00:00 America/New_York Library Closed In observance of Independence Day, the Library will close at 5 pm. Main Library -

In observance of Independence Day, the Library will close at 5 pm.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | General |

Main Library
Phone: 781-751-9284
Hours
Mon, Jun 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jun 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 08 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

Oakdale Neighborhood Nature Walk
Fri, Jun 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Oakdale Neighborhood
Join your Adult Services Librarians, Ari and... more
Join your Adult Services Librarians, Ari and Michaela, on a nature walk around the Oakdale Neighborhood!
On Our Way to School Playgroup - with Ms. Marsha
Mon, Jun 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Endicott Branch - Back Lawn,Children's Area
Children will make new friends, build important... more
Children will make new friends, build important school readiness skills, and enjoy hands-on activities, all in a fun and supportive environment!
Register
Afternoon Book Group
Mon, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Rotunda Space
Come join us as we discuss a variety of books!
Behind The Headlines - The History of Measles & Measles Vaccination
Mon, Jun 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Ever wondered about the history of measles and it's... more
Ever wondered about the history of measles and it's vaccine?
Register
Combined LGBTQ+ & Millennial Book Group!
Mon, Jun 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Oscar's Pub & Kitchen
For the month of June, we are having a special... more
For the month of June, we are having a special Combined Book Group!
Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns - with Bestselling Author Lisa Jewell
Tue, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Author Talk
You’re invited to an exclusive preview event with... more
You’re invited to an exclusive preview event with New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell as she introduces readers to her forthcoming title Don’t Let Him In (out June 24, 2025!).
Register
Friends of the Library Meeting
Wed, Jun 11, 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!
Drop-In Crafts - for Kids
Wed, Jun 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Create a fun-filled craft on Wednesday afternoons!
Sticky Note Dragon
Wed, Jun 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Teen Space
We need your help! Join us and make a dragon mural... more
We need your help! Join us and make a dragon mural with hundreds of post-it notes on our teen collection wall.
Local Author Book Talk - Kate Woodworth
Wed, Jun 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Piano Space
Join local author Kate Woodworth as she discusses... more
Join local author Kate Woodworth as she discusses her novel, Little Great Island.
Memory Cafe
Thu, Jun 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
Friends of the Library Book Sale - Pre-sale for Friends & Family
Fri, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Sat, Jun 14, 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.
On Our Way to School Playgroup - with Ms. Marsha
Mon, Jun 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Endicott Branch - Back Lawn,Children's Area
Children will make new friends, build important... more
Children will make new friends, build important school readiness skills, and enjoy hands-on activities, all in a fun and supportive environment!
Register
Colorful Pride Wreaths
Mon, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Piano Space
Come join Alex from Alex Makes Art and turn... more
Come join Alex from Alex Makes Art and turn textiles into colorful and creative wreaths!
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group - Marketing Plan ("Plan Your Work & Work Your Plan")
Wed, Jun 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
Drop-In Crafts - for Kids
Wed, Jun 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Endicott Branch - Children's Area
Create a fun-filled craft on Wednesday afternoons!
Teen Advisory Board
Wed, Jun 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Teen Space
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! Find out how you can volunteer this summer!
Library Closed
Thu, Jun 19, All day
Main Library
In observance of Juneteenth Independence Day, the... more
In observance of Juneteenth Independence Day, the Library will be closed.
Delayed Opening
Fri, Jun 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, Jun 20, 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!
On Our Way to School Playgroup - with Ms. Marsha
Mon, Jun 23, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Endicott Branch - Back Lawn,Children's Area
Children will make new friends, build important... more
Children will make new friends, build important school readiness skills, and enjoy hands-on activities, all in a fun and supportive environment!
Register
Living the Otter Life - with Katherine Applegate (3rd-6th Grade)
Tue, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Author Talk
Join us as award-winning author and summer reading... more
Join us as award-winning author and summer reading champion Katherine Applegate talks to viewers about her enthusiastically heartwarming novel in verse, Odder.
Register
History Lovers Book Group
Tue, Jun 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 historical fiction one month, then a related non-fiction the following month.
Pokémon Club
Wed, Jun 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!
Music with Michael
Wed, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Piano Space
Join us for a musical adventure with pianist... more
Join us for a musical adventure with pianist Michael Leidig!
Watercolor Class III - 3-Part Series
Thu, Jun 26, 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 and II, though no prerequisite required.
Registration is now closed
Music with Friends - Animal Songs with Uncle Dick
Thu, Jun 26, 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.
Monthly Scavenger Hunt - at the Endicott Branch Library
Tue, Jul 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!
Monthly Scavenger Hunt - at the Main Library
Tue, Jul 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!
Library Closed
Thu, Jul 03, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
In observance of Independence Day, the Library will... more
In observance of Independence Day, the Library will close at 5 pm.
Library Closed
Fri, Jul 04, All day
Main Library
In observance of Independence Day, the Library will... more
In observance of Independence Day, the Library will be closed.
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