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Book Discussion: Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid

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Join us on Wednesday, June 3 at 6:30pm for a discussion of the book Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Books are available through the library and downloadable on Libby. This Pride Month event is sponsored by the Friends of the JHPL and presented in collaboration with the Charlton Public Library and the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge

Knitting help session

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Help session for Wednesday knitting participants.

Digital Basics

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Classes hosted by Mattapan/ Greater Boston Technology Learning Center, Inc. Build practical technology skills for everyday life and increase confidence, independence, and safe use of technology. - Device access & basic use - Online job applications - Internet safety & privacy - Telehealth services - Account setup & management - Solving common digital problems While attending all sessions is recommended, participants may join at any point during the program. Registration is required. Space is...

Queer History: Amazing Stories You Never Knew & Why They Matter

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Queer History: Amazing Stories You Never Knew And Why They Matter Join us for an exclusive chat with Author Sarah Prager as she discusses Queer History across the globe from early humans to present day with a focus on indigenous peoples across the globe; explaining how colonialism influences queer identities and people, discussing how we understand and study queer history; anecdotes on some of the lesser-known unsung heroes of queer history and culture from around the world.

Summer Romance Beach Read Recommendations with Lorelei

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**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email.** We have so much fun with Lorelei that we are thrilled to have her back again. This time, Lorelei will be chatting about the books she's looking forward to reading this summer - the best of romance beach reads! If your TBR pile isn't already groaning, it will be! Grab a cool drink and join us. RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registran...

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Tabletop Gaming Group

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Join the local Tabletop Gamers on a regular basis in the library's meeting room. Each meetup has a couple pods of Magic Commander, Wargame/RPG demos, and lots & lots of board games. Many RPG campaigns are forming as well. If you are curious to try a new game or start a new hobby, stop by!

FIFA Fan Festival Boston at City Hall Plaza

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You can watch live World Cup match broadcasts and enjoy daily programming on City Hall Plaza over 16 days of the Fan Festival.

Virtual - Presidential Series with Artist Heather Rogers (A Rev250 Event)

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Welcome to our yearlong series in which “America’s Preeminent Presidential Doodler”, Heather Rogers, shares facts, factoids, and fun illustrations about the presidents of these United States. We'll start off at the beginning with George Washington and get right through to Zachary Taylor! In 2026, journey through Heather's sketchbooks as she shares some of her favorite tidbits, doodles, observations, and resurrection stories about the first 12 presidents. Register for as many sessions as you'd...

Knitting help session

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Help session for Wednesday knitting participants.

Digital Basics

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Classes hosted by Mattapan/ Greater Boston Technology Learning Center, Inc. Build practical technology skills for everyday life and increase confidence, independence, and safe use of technology. - Device access & basic use - Online job applications - Internet safety & privacy - Telehealth services - Account setup & management - Solving common digital problems While attending all sessions is recommended, participants may join at any point during the program. Registration is required. Space is...

Lost: Amelia Earhart's Three Mysterious Deaths and One Extraordinary Life with Rachel Hartigan

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**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email.** We love learning and mysteries and so this is one we're really looking forward to! Join author Rachel Hartigan as she discusses her book, "Lost: Amelia Earhart's Three Mysterious Deaths and One Extraordinary Life". Unravel one of history's greatest mysteries in this spellbinding narrative exploring three leading theories of Amelia Earhart’s tragic disa...

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Shalom Readers Group

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Join us as we read a different title each month and discuss what it reflects about Jew­ish life, iden­ti­ty, and culture! Copies of each month's selection will be available at the library. Join us for this month's meeting on Zoom, email ralib@ocln.org for the meeting details.

Loose Ends Project: An Information Session

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The Loose Ends Project, a global nonprofit crafting network, aims to ease grief, create community, and inspire generosity by matching volunteer handwork finishers with projects left undone due to death, illness, or disability. During this information session, you'll learn how to submit a loved one's textile project to be completed by a volunteer and how to volunteer your time and crafting skills to help someone get a treasured project completed.

Internet & Technology Foundations Series

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Classes hosted by KevTech Services Week 1: Settings on iPhone / iPad (Android Compatible) Week 2: Setting Up / Managing Email Week 3: Finding Books /Building Your Digital Library Week 4: Understanding iCloud / Your Apple Account Week 5: Exploring Outdoor Photography (Android Compatible) This program is funded primarily by a grant from the Cultural Council of Randolph, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Book Discussion Breakfast

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Come enjoy a light breakfast while planning for the upcoming year of the Armchair Travelers 2026/2027. Don’t forget to bring your book suggestions!

Juneteenth

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Knitting help session

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Help session for Wednesday knitting participants.

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Virtual -Simple, Sustainable, and Powerfully Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy

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Join us as we chat with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy about The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook, which celebrates beautiful, simple, and seasonal cooking with 85 recipes adapted from India and Sri Lanka’s best family spice farms. Sana Javeri Kadri is the founder and CEO of Diaspora Co., a farm-to-table spice company that puts equity, transparency, and high-quality products at its forefront. Sana founded the company in 2017 with just a turmeric blend; now her company sources 30 single origin sp...

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We Were Always Here: Uncovering Queer History in Every Era

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VIRTUAL PRESENTATION - Register Here From the Friends of Dorothy to Boston marriages, LGBTQIA+ people have been living as their authentic queer selves in every era, in every culture. Genderqueer inclusion consultant, Ali Kane (she/they) will share queer stories from the 1600s to the 1960s. From these accounts, you will gain a glimpse into queer lives throughout history, as well as explore how these truths were uncovered and strategies for preserving queer history today. Through case studies,...

Tabletop Gaming Group

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Join the local Tabletop Gamers on a regular basis in the library's meeting room. Each meetup has a couple pods of Magic Commander, Wargame/RPG demos, and lots & lots of board games. Many RPG campaigns are forming as well. If you are curious to try a new game or start a new hobby, stop by!

Tales & Ales

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Do you like combining books and wine? Us too! Meet us at the West End Grill in Randolph on the third Wednesday of every month for a book discussion. Have a drink and enjoy meeting new friends and fellow book enthusiasts! Appetizers are on us. Upcoming titles: - January: On Tyranny by Thomas Snyder - February: The Fox Wife by Yangsze Choo - March: The Names by Florence Knapp - April: A Woman of No Importance by Sonia Purnell - May: The Kamogawa Food Detectives by Hisashi Kashiwai - June: The C...

Internet & Technology Foundations Series

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Classes hosted by KevTech Services Week 1: Settings on iPhone / iPad (Android Compatible) Week 2: Setting Up / Managing Email Week 3: Finding Books /Building Your Digital Library Week 4: Understanding iCloud / Your Apple Account Week 5: Exploring Outdoor Photography (Android Compatible) This program is funded primarily by a grant from the Cultural Council of Randolph, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Library Book Group Meeting

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Please join us for our discussion. We will be reading The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie this month. This book is often considered Agatha Christie's masterpiece, and this is what is written on the back cover "Roger Ackroyd knew too much. He knew that the woman he loved had poisoned her brutal first husband. He suspected also that someone had been blackmailing her. Then, tragically, came the news that she had taken her own life with a drug overdose. But the evening post brought Rog...

From Protection To Support: A Two-Part Program

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Part 1: This free 1.5-hour training session (registration required, limited to up to 10 participants) is led by Programs Coordinator and Instructor DeShawn Riley and is designed for women ages 18 and up. The session offers a motivating and respectful environment for all attendees. It will take place on Thursday, June 25th, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 6:45 PM at the Randolph Intergenerational Center, located at 128 Pleasant Street, Randolph, MA 02368.

From Protection To Support: A Two-Part Program

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This event is hosted by Mitzi Carrasquillo of Loved, Healed, and Restored alongside Town Social Worker Aretta Williams and offers a welcoming social hour with free light refreshments. It also includes an informational and supportive resource session for individuals impacted by relationship violence and other hardships. The event will take place on Friday, June 26th, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM in the Shurtleff Room at the library, located at 2 North Main Street, Randolph, MA 02368.

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Internet & Technology Foundations Series

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Classes hosted by KevTech Services Week 1: Settings on iPhone / iPad (Android Compatible) Week 2: Setting Up / Managing Email Week 3: Finding Books /Building Your Digital Library Week 4: Understanding iCloud / Your Apple Account Week 5: Exploring Outdoor Photography (Android Compatible) This program is funded primarily by a grant from the Cultural Council of Randolph, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Tech Drop-In at Willcutt Commons 💻📱⚙️

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Need some help using your smartphone, tablet, or computer? Interested in Facebook, Instagram, or just want to FaceTime a friend or relative? Stop by Wilcutt Commons on the first Wednesday of the month and we will be happy to serve you on a first-come, first-served basis.

Intro Calligraphy: Learn to write your name like John Hancock

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Celebrate America's 250th and learn to sign your own name like you would have on the Declaration of Independence! Who was the calligrapher that wrote the Declaration of Independence? How did they write during the American Revolution? What tools did they use? What lettering style? Can I write like they did? We will explore these questions and more in this hands-on 90-minute program with calligrapher, Debby Reelitz. Participants will get the opportunity to write in script, use a dip nib and ink...

Boston Harborfest

Harborfest fills the days around the Fourth of July with family-friendly activities at downtown landmarks and the waterfront, including a chowder fest and a July 4th parade. Most of it is free and outdoors.

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Virtual - How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are (and How to End the Cycle) with Renowned Therapy Expert Mark Wolynn

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Learn how the experiences of our ancestors influence our thoughts and behaviors today with Mark Wolynn as he shares insights from his award-winning book, It Didn’t Start With You. Register for the live event for the opportunity to submit your questions for the author! Register now! https://libraryc.org/cohassetlibrary/175256 This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Cohasset Library

Virtual - Make Protein Goals Easy (and Satisfying!) with Dietitian Rachael DeVaux

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Join us for an energizing conversation with Rachael DeVaux, New York Times bestselling author of Rachael’s Good Eats. Her newest book, The High Protein Plate, shows how anyone at any stage of life can easily incorporate protein into their diet. From Buffalo Chicken Baked Tacos and Honey Blackberry Overnight Oats to Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Pasta, these satisfying and simple meals are made for everyday life. Register for the live event for the opportunity to submit your questions for the au...

Virtual - Presidential Series with Artist Heather Rogers (A Rev250 Event)

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Welcome to our yearlong series in which “America’s Preeminent Presidential Doodler”, Heather Rogers, shares facts, factoids, and fun illustrations about the presidents of these United States. We'll start off at the beginning with George Washington and get right through to Zachary Taylor! In 2026, journey through Heather's sketchbooks as she shares some of her favorite tidbits, doodles, observations, and resurrection stories about the first 12 presidents. Register for as many sessions as you'd...

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Friends of the Library Monthly Meeting

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Friends of the Turner Free Library is a volunteer nonprofit group that supports the public library of Randolph through fundraising, programming, book discussion groups, and community advocacy. We are actively looking for new members to help with many exciting initiatives to benefit the people of Randolph and we encourage you to contact us at friendsoftfl@gmail.com.

Virtual - Celebrating America's 250th: The Two Nerdy History Girls Discuss Everyday Life in 1776

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You know them as the Two Nerdy History Girls - authors Loretta Chase and Susan Holloway Scott were the originators of the infamous blog. And, this time, they are focusing on the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. They are so knowledgeable about the everyday lives of people who lived through this era as well as how war could upend those lives. We know that we'll have a great conversation and learn so much about how this historic happening affected every aspect...

Virtual -Small Towns and Big Secrets: In Conversation with Bestselling Author Karin Slaughter

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Join us for a thrilling evening with acclaimed author Karin Slaughter as we chat about her North Falls series, consisting of We Are All Guilty Here, in which two teenage girls vanish in rural Georgia, and her upcoming sequel, The Secrets We Hide. Register for the live event for the opportunity to submit your questions for the author. You'll also get an exclusive sneak peek of The Secrets We Hide, coming out August 11, 2026! Register now!https://libraryc.org/cohassetlibrary/176550 This event i...

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Ellie's Ice Cream Truck at the Library

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Join us at the library to cool off on a hot July day with a frozen sweet treat. Ellie's Ice Cream Truck will be at the library from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. All ages are welcome. This is a free event sponsored by the Friends of the Cohasset Library.

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Shalom Readers Group

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Join us as we read a different title each month and discuss what it reflects about Jew­ish life, iden­ti­ty, and culture! Copies of each month's selection will be available at the library. Join us for this month's meeting on Zoom, email ralib@ocln.org for the meeting details.

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Tech Drop-In at Willcutt Commons 💻📱⚙️

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Need some help using your smartphone, tablet, or computer? Interested in Facebook, Instagram, or just want to FaceTime a friend or relative? Stop by Wilcutt Commons on the first Wednesday of the month and we will be happy to serve you on a first-come, first-served basis.

Virtual - Preserving the Seasons: The Art of Canning, Jamming, and More with Holly Capelle

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Connect with your food like never before by diving into the art of preserving. In her new book, Preserving the Seasons, author and cook Holly Capelle offers a comprehensive guide to canning, jamming, infusing, drying, dehydrating, pickling, and more! Register for the live event for the opportunity to submit your questions for the author! Register now! https://libraryc.org/cohassetlibrary/183854 This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Cohasset Library.

Friends of the Library Monthly Meeting

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Friends of the Turner Free Library is a volunteer nonprofit group that supports the public library of Randolph through fundraising, programming, book discussion groups, and community advocacy. We are actively looking for new members to help with many exciting initiatives to benefit the people of Randolph and we encourage you to contact us at friendsoftfl@gmail.com.

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Virtual - Live Aware, Not in Fear: Street Smarts and Safety Tactics with Dannah Eve

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From the mindset you move with, to the habits you create and the tools you carry. Join us to learn how to stay sharp, stay ready, and stay safe in every aspect of your daily life with Dannah Eve’s book, Street Smarts: Trust Your Instincts, Outsmart Danger, and Stay Safe in a World That Isn’t. In an unpredictable and often frightening world, Dannah Eve shows you how to weaponize your intuition and back it up with real-world safety tactics that actually work. Because when you build confidence,...

Virtual - Presidential Series with Artist Heather Rogers (A Rev250 Event)

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Welcome to our yearlong series in which “America’s Preeminent Presidential Doodler”, Heather Rogers, shares facts, factoids, and fun illustrations about the presidents of these United States. We'll start off at the beginning with George Washington and get right through to Zachary Taylor! In 2026, journey through Heather's sketchbooks as she shares some of her favorite tidbits, doodles, observations, and resurrection stories about the first 12 presidents. Register for as many sessions as you'd...

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