December 2024

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Sunday, December 1All DayDr. Martin T. Feldman Children's RoomLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Tween Book Boxes: Registration Opens!

Tweens, ages 9-12, can register for a book box beginning on December 1! In your book box, you will get a library book picked out just for you and a few treats that connect to the month's theme for you to keep. :) Each month is a brand new theme! December's theme is: Let It Snow.…Learn More

Sunday, December 1All DayDr. Martin T. Feldman Children's RoomLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Children's 2024-2025 Winter Reading BINGO begins!

Join our 2024-2025 Winter Reading program, Winter Wonderland! Sign-up starting Sunday, December 1, or any time after, and earn raffle tickets as you read for a chance to win some cool prizes! Our winter reading program lasts until Friday, February 28, at 5pm.…Learn More
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Monday, December 210:00—10:45 AMCommunity Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Large Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Small Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Kids Rock! Kids Music Concert with Monument Square Community Music School!

Kids Rock! Kids Music Concert with Monument Square Community Music School!Join us on Monday, December 2 at 10am as Monument Square Community Music School presents a children's concert, 'Kids Rock!' This concert features an all pro band that will play original and popular songs for children. This program is suitable for children ages 5 and under and their caregiver.…Learn More

Monday, December 26:00—7:00 PMCommunity Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Large Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Small Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

S.T.E.A.M. Fun! Little Spark Theater presents Little Kid Creative Drama!

S.T.E.A.M. Fun! Little Spark Theater presents Little Kid Creative Drama!Children ages 3-6 and their caregivers are invited to join us on Monday, December 2 at 6pm for Little Kid Creative Drama with Ali Coes Of Little Spark Theater. This class is a high-energy, imaginative, zany silly, super fun theater experience! We'll focus on senses, feelings, and movement through fun, energetic, and imaginative play.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 310:00—11:00 AMCommunity Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Large Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Small Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Hibernating Black Bears!

Children ages 3-6 are invited to join us for a story and craft time on Tuesday, December 3, at 10am. We'll read the book Over and Under the Snow by Kate Messner, and afterwards children will stuff their very own 15'' black bear. The perfect friend to cuddle with on long winter nights!Registration is required and begins 11/26.

Tuesday, December 36:00—7:00 PMChildren's Program Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Meet and Greet with Penny the Cockapoo!

Meet and Greet with Penny the Cockapoo!Children ages 5 and up and a caregiver can come to the Dr. Martin T. Feldman Children's Room on Tuesday, Dec. 3 between 6 and 7 pm to meet Penny the Cockapoo! Penny is a certified therapy dog, and will be visiting the library with her owner Mary Allard.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 37:00—8:00 PMChildren's Program Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Winter Ornament Workshop!

Children ages 7-12 are welcome to join us for a winter ornament workshop on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 7 pm. Each participant will be able to make two wooden ornaments by decorating with markers or stickers, and then painting on a water-based sealant to create a glossy finish.…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 46:00—7:00 PMChildren's Program Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Unplug Your Senses with Special Ed Paraprofessional Pam Wockenfuss!

Unplug Your Senses with Special Ed Paraprofessional Pam Wockenfuss!Children ages 3-7 and their caregivers are invited to join us for a special Sensory Story and Activity Time on Wednesday, December 4 at 6pm. We will read the story Gingerbread Baby by Jan Brett, and afterward Miss. Pam will lead us in building our own Candyland themed sensory boxes that each child will get to take home with them! Please note: the base for the box will be multi-colored rice.…Learn More
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Friday, December 69:30—10:00 AMCommunity Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Large Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Small Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Preschool Yoga with Miss Jaime!

Preschool Yoga with Miss Jaime!Children ages 3-6 and a caregiver are invited to join us for Preschool Yoga with certified yoga teacher Miss Jaime on Friday, Dec. 6 at 9:30 am. We'll practice yoga poses, mindfulness and breathwork in a playful way through stories, songs, and games to promote confidence, self-awareness, and emotion management.…Learn More
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Saturday, December 72:00—3:00 PMChildren's Program Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Story-time with Mrs. Claus and Drop-In Craft!

Children ages 3 and up and their families are invited to join us before the Winter Stroll on Saturday, December 2, between 2pm and 3pm, to hear some holiday stories with Mrs. Claus and make a Winter Mitten Decoration! Please note: The City of Leominster's Winter Stroll begins at 3pm.…Learn More
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Monday, December 96:00—7:00 PMChildren's Program Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Family Fun Night: S.T.E.A.M.ing Through the Year: Gingerbread Science Fun!

Children, ages 3-7, and their families are invited to join us on Monday, December 9 at 6pm for Family Fun Night: Gingerbread Science Fun! We'll read the story The Gingerbread Man Loose at the Zoo by Laura Murray. Afterwards, our activities will involve exploring simple chemical reactions with a gingerbread theme, such as dissolving a gingerbread man in different liquids, building a bridge for a gingerbread man STEM challenge, and a fizzy Gingerbread experiment.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 1010:00—10:45 AMCommunity Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Large Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Small Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Snowy Fun Story and Craft Time!

Snowy Fun Story and Craft Time!Children, ages 3-7, and a caregiver are welcome to join us on Tuesday, December 10th at 10am for a snowy good time!We will read First Snow by Nancy Viau and I'm Going to Build a Snowman by Jashar Awan. Then, children will make a puppet snowman using cotton rounds, felt, and pom-poms.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 107:00—8:00 PMChildren's Program Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

New Ideas in Middle Grade Literature: A Book Discussion Group for Adults

This new book group is for parents and caregivers who want to learn more about books written for 8 to 12 year olds today.   With strong characterization and broad representation, some of these books tackle difficult topics, such as bullying and mental illness, in age-appropriate ways to help kids navigate the world they are growing up in.…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 116:00—7:00 PMCommunity Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Large Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Small Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

S.T.E.A.M. Fun! Little Spark Theater presents Little Kid Creative Drama!

S.T.E.A.M. Fun! Little Spark Theater presents Little Kid Creative Drama!Children ages 3-6 and their caregivers are invited to join us on Wednesday, December 11 at 6pm for Little Kid Creative Drama with Ali Coes Of Little Spark Theater. This class is a high-energy, imaginative, zany silly, super fun theater experience! We'll focus on senses, feelings, and movement through fun, energetic, and imaginative play.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 1210:00—11:00 AMCommunity Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Large Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Small Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Explore and Play for 1-3 Year Olds!

Children ages 1-3 and their caregivers are invited to join us on Thursday, December 12th 10am for Explore and Play. During this casual, self-directed program, children will have the chance to interact with each other and their caregivers through hands-on play and activities.…Learn More
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Saturday, December 142:00—3:00 PMChildren's Program Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Gingerbread House Workshop with Mandy Roberge!

Gingerbread House Workshop with Mandy Roberge!Join Mandy Roberge for some holiday season fun on Saturday, December 14, at 2:00 or 3:15 pm. Children ages 8-12 are invited to join us for a gingerbread house workshop. This workshop will encourage sweet creativity as kids work to decorate their own mini-gingerbread house using candy, frosting, and their imaginations! Please sign up for only one session of the program.…Learn More

Saturday, December 143:15—4:15 PMChildren's Program Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Gingerbread House Workshop with Mandy Roberge!

Gingerbread House Workshop with Mandy Roberge!Join Mandy Roberge for some holiday season fun on Saturday, December 14, at 2:00 or 3:15 pm. Children ages 8-12 are invited to join us for a gingerbread house workshop. This workshop will encourage sweet creativity as kids work to decorate their own mini-gingerbread house using candy, frosting, and their imaginations! Please sign up for only one session of the program.…Learn More
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Monday, December 1610:00—11:00 AMCommunity Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Large Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Small Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Strega Mama Presents The Mitten: The Kate and Bill Holloway Monthly Interactive Story-time!

Strega Mama Presents The Mitten: The Kate and Bill Holloway Monthly Interactive Story-time!Children ages 3-6 and their caregivers are invited to join us on Monday, December 16 at 10am for an interactive story-time with Strega Mama! We'll read The Mitten by Jan Brett, and then Learn Animal Names in American Sign Language, Play the Mitten Game, Sing the Snowy Pokey, and more! No registration required.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 176:00—7:00 PMCommunity Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Large Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Small Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

S.T.E.A.M. Fun! Little Spark Theater presents Little Kid Creative Drama!

Children ages 3-6 and their caregivers are invited to join us on Tuesday, December 17 at 6pm for Little Kid Creative Drama with Ali Coes Of Little Spark Theater. This class is a high-energy, imaginative, zany silly, super fun theater experience! We'll focus on senses, feelings, and movement through fun, energetic, and imaginative play.…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 186:00—7:30 PMCommunity Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Large Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453
Small Meeting Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Decorate a Winter Solstice Lantern!

Decorate a Winter Solstice Lantern!Join us for this multi-generational program! Children ages 4-13, their caregivers, and anyone else who is interested, are all invited to join us on Wednesday, December 18th between 6pm - 7:30pm to decorate a lantern to celebrate the Winter Solstice (the shortest day of the year!) Battery operated tea lights will be included for your lantern.…Learn More
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Friday, December 205:30—7:30 PMDoyle Conservation Area 464 Abbott Avenue, Leominster, MA, 01453

Winter Solstice Walk!

Winter Solstice Walk!The annual Winter Solstice Lantern Walk is back and expected to shine like never before!Join us on Friday, December 20th from 5:30pm -7:30pm as you enjoy a stunning, ethereal stroll through winding , wooded trails with family and friends over cozy cups of hot cocoa.…Learn More
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Saturday, December 212:30—4:00 PMChildren's Program Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Drop In Buttons, Magnets and Key Chains!

Drop In Buttons, Magnets and Key Chains!Children and families can drop by the Dr. Martin T. Feldman Children's Room on Saturday, Dec. 21 from 2:30-4:00 pm to make their own buttons, magnets and keychains. We'll have some seasonal designs to color or, if you prefer, you can create your own design or special message.…Learn More
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Monday, December 2310:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Drop-In Craft: Avocado Glasses!

Children ages 4-12 and their families are invited to drop-in anytime between 10am and 12pm to make their very own pair of avocado glasses. No Registration Required. While Supplies Last.
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Wednesday, December 25Library Closed

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Thursday, December 2610:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Drop-In S.T.E.A.M. Fun! Makerspace Event!

Children ages 4-13 are invited to join us on Thursday, December 26 anytime between 10am-12pm for a S. T. E. A. M. Fun!  Put your design skills and imagination to use using a variety of fun materials including, Strawbees, Wikki Stix, Legos/Mini Lego Building Kits, Brackitz Building pieces, Cubles, craft kits and more! Anything you create, you get to take home!No registration required.…Learn More
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Friday, December 2710:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Drop-In Craft: Keychain Fun!

Children, ages 3-13, and their families can drop by on Friday, December 27 from 10am-12pm to make their own keychains!Put together a fun bug to hang on your backpack! Or color a Snoopy keychain!Crafts while supplies last. No registration required.
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Saturday, December 283:00—4:00 PMChildren's Program Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Painting Pets!

Painting Pets!Children ages 7-13 are invited to join us on Saturday, December 28 for Painting Pets. Choose from a ceramic dog, cat, fish, or turtle, and paint a realistic or imaginary pet to take home!Registration is required and begins 12/21. Sponsored by a Generous Donation from Digital Credit Union.
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Monday, December 3010:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Drop In Buttons, Magnets and Key Chains!

Drop In Buttons, Magnets and Key Chains!Children and families can drop by the Dr. Martin T. Feldman Children's Room on Monday, Dec. 30  from 10:00 am-12:00 pm to make their own buttons, magnets and keychains. We'll have some seasonal designs to color or, if you prefer, you can create your own design or special message.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 319:30—11:00 AMChildren's Program Room 1st FloorLeominster Public Library30 West Street , LEOMINSTER, MA, 01453

Drop-In Craft: New Year's Eve Noisemakers!

Children ages 4-12 and their families are invited to drop-in anytime between 9:30am and 11am to make their very own New Year's Eve Noisemaker! No Registration Required. While Supplies Last.…Learn More