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Library Closed
2023-11-23 00:00:00 2023-11-23 23:59:00 America/New_York Library Closed The Library is closed in observance of the holiday Main Library -

Thursday, November 23
All day

Add to Calendar 2023-11-23 00:00:00 2023-11-23 23:59:00 America/New_York Library Closed The Library is closed in observance of the holiday Main Library -

The Library is closed in observance of the holiday

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | General |

Main Library
Phone: 781-751-9284
Hours
Mon, Dec 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 06 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 07 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 08 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 10 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

Holiday Kids’ Craft Fair
Sat, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Our crafters have been hard at work and would love... more
Our crafters have been hard at work and would love your support!
Monday Music With Jonah
Mon, Dec 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch
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.
Monday Music With Jonah
Mon, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Endicott Branch
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.
Afternoon Book Group
Mon, Dec 11, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Endicott Branch
Come join us as we discuss a variety of book titles.
Holiday Romance Book Recommendations - With Booklist Reviewer, John Charles
Mon, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom
The holidays are right around the corner, take a... more
The holidays are right around the corner, take a minute to relax and find some good holiday romance recommendations with Booklist reviewer, John Charles.
Register
Baby Time
Tue, Dec 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library
You’re never too young for the library!
Baby Time
Tue, Dec 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Main Library
You’re never too young for the library!
PreK Storytime: Spirit of Giving!
Tue, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library
The winter season is the perfect time to share what... more
The winter season is the perfect time to share what we have with those around us!
Friends of the Library Meeting
Wed, Dec 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library
The Friends of the Library’s monthly board... more
The Friends of the Library’s monthly board meeting. Everyone is welcome!
Holiday Card Making - for Kids!
Wed, Dec 13, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Endicott Branch
The holidays are the perfect time for spreading cheer!
Make Stuff Out Of Duct Tape - for T(w)eens
Wed, Dec 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library
What has a light side and a dark side and holds the... more
What has a light side and a dark side and holds the universe together? No, not the Force - It's Duct Tape! Learn to make all sorts of useful crafts from this amazing and versatile material
Main Library Book Group
Wed, Dec 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
The Underground River by Martha Conway
Memory Cafe
Thu, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
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. 
Holiday Card Making - for Kids!
Thu, Dec 14, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Main Library
The holidays are the perfect time for spreading cheer!
Club de español
Thu, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Come to the library and join our conversation-based... more
Come to the library and join our conversation-based Spanish Club!
ChatGPT Introduction
Thu, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Endicott Branch
Learn the basics of ChatGPT
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Thu, Dec 14, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Main Library
Meeting details, including agenda and location,... more
Meeting details, including agenda and location, will be posted at least 48 hours in advance.
Twenty/Thirty Somethings Book Group - Between Two Kingdoms
Thu, Dec 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
We will be discussing Between Two Kingdoms by... more
We will be discussing Between Two Kingdoms by Suleika Jaouad.
Drop-In Star Gazing
Thu, Dec 14, 7:15pm - 7:45pm
Endicott Branch
Drop in at the library to observe the night sky... more
Drop in at the library to observe the night sky through a telescope.
Delayed Opening
Fri, Dec 15, 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.
Infant and Toddler Playtime
Fri, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library
Hands on play is the best kind of play!
Fiber Fridays... with Friends!
Fri, Dec 15, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library
Cozy up with your favorite yarn and needles in our... more
Cozy up with your favorite yarn and needles in our Fiber Friday program!
Boston Tea Party Celebration
Sat, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library
Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the Boston Tea... more
Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the Boston Tea Party with a tea party at the Library!
Monday Music With Jonah
Mon, Dec 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Endicott Branch
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.
Monday Music With Jonah
Mon, Dec 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Endicott Branch
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.
Winter Solstice Paint Night
Mon, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Main Library
The winter solstice will be upon us on December 21... more
The winter solstice will be upon us on December 21 at 10:27 pm.
This event is full
Baby Time
Tue, Dec 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library
You’re never too young for the library!
Baby Time
Tue, Dec 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Main Library
You’re never too young for the library!
PreK Storytime: Spirit of Giving!
Tue, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library
The winter season is the perfect time to share what... more
The winter season is the perfect time to share what we have with those around us!
Music with Michael - Holiday Concert
Tue, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
Join us for this month’s musical adventure with... more
Join us for this month’s musical adventure with pianist Michael Leidig!
Register
Between the Lines
Tue, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Endicott Branch
Come join us at the Endicott Branch for a... more
Come join us at the Endicott Branch for a discussion on our monthly book selection.
Make Stuff Out Of Duct Tape - for T(w)eens
Wed, Dec 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library
What has a light side and a dark side and holds the... more
What has a light side and a dark side and holds the universe together? No, not the Force - It's Duct Tape! Learn to make all sorts of useful crafts from this amazing and versatile material
Rescheduled
Main Library Book Group
Wed, Dec 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Wednesday, December 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
The Underground River by Martha Conway
Music with Friends
Thu, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library
Join Friend of the Library, Dick, for 30 minutes of... more
Join Friend of the Library, Dick, for 30 minutes of your favorite family-friendly songs.
Club de español
Thu, Dec 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Come to the library and join our conversation-based... more
Come to the library and join our conversation-based Spanish Club!
Drop-In Star Gazing
Thu, Dec 21, 7:15pm - 7:45pm
Endicott Branch
Drop in at the library to observe the night sky... more
Drop in at the library to observe the night sky through a telescope.
Infant and Toddler Playtime
Fri, Dec 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library
Hands on play is the best kind of play!
Fiber Fridays... with Friends!
Fri, Dec 22, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library
Cozy up with your favorite yarn and needles in our... more
Cozy up with your favorite yarn and needles in our Fiber Friday program!
Library Closed
Mon, Dec 25, All day
Main Library
The Library is closed in observance of the holiday
Baby Time
Tue, Dec 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library
You’re never too young for the library!
Baby Time
Tue, Dec 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
Main Library
You’re never too young for the library!
PreK Storytime: Spirit of Giving!
Tue, Dec 26, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library
The winter season is the perfect time to share what... more
The winter season is the perfect time to share what we have with those around us!
Club de español
Thu, Dec 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Come to the library and join our conversation-based... more
Come to the library and join our conversation-based Spanish Club!
Drop-In Star Gazing
Thu, Dec 28, 7:15pm - 7:45pm
Endicott Branch
Drop in at the library to observe the night sky... more
Drop in at the library to observe the night sky through a telescope.
Library Closed
Mon, Jan 01, All day
Main Library
The Library is closed in observance of the holiday
Baby Time
Tue, Jan 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library
You’re never too young for the library!
Baby Time
Tue, Jan 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Main Library
You’re never too young for the library!
Endicott Book Group
Tue, Jan 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Endicott Branch
Come join us for a discussion on both fiction and... more
Come join us for a discussion on both fiction and nonfiction books.
Holiday De-Stress Night
Wed, Jan 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
Come Join Us for a Quiet Evening of Coloring, Tea,... more
Come Join Us for a Quiet Evening of Coloring, Tea, and Relaxation!
Drop-In Star Gazing
Thu, Jan 04, 7:15pm - 7:45pm
Endicott Branch
Drop in at the library to observe the night sky... more
Drop in at the library to observe the night sky through a telescope.
Infant and Toddler Playtime
Fri, Jan 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library
Hands on play is the best kind of play!
Afternoon Book Group
Mon, Jan 08, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Endicott Branch
Come join us as we discuss a variety of book titles.
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