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Levi Heywood Memorial Library


55 West Lynde Street

Gardner, MA 01440

phone: 1-978-632-5298

 

 

Hours:
Monday: 9 a.m-6 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Mobile Printing
Print from computers & mobile devices $.10/page

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During inclement weather call 978-632-5298 for Library closings/delays or check our Facebook page

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Puzzle Race
Sat. Feb. 7 10AM-12PM

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Form a group of four to six friends, and race to be the first team to complete the same 500-piece puzzle. At least one adult is required per team. Space is limited to eight teams. The fastest team to assemble the puzzle will win a prize!
Space is limited. Registration is required. Call the library to register at 978-632-5298 or email gverrelli@cwmars.org.

Fill in the Blank: The Love Story
Local Author Event
Wed. Feb. 11 6PM


Join authors Janet Raye Stevens and Jean M. Grant as they take you on an interactive and engaging “mad lib” adventure – romance-style. Come ready to laugh and learn. There will be sweet treats and door prizes!
Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Peace Corps Thru the Decades
Wed. Feb. 25 6PM

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Discover how Peace Corps service has evolved over time in this special roundtable event. Volunteers from different decades—plus one from the first-ever group—will share their experiences and insights.

Teen Programs


Teen Literati Boxes
The Literati Box is a FREE monthly subscription box for teens ages 12-19. Each box includes a library book to borrow and snacks and extras to keep.
Register Here

Ten Programs January

Wednesday, February 4 @ 4-5PM Speed Read Dating -- Love books but hate commitment? Try Speed Read Dating! Read the first page, the last page, or thumb through the whole thing before the timer goes off.
Thursday, February 5 @ 5-6:30PM Queer Media Club-- Hang out in a safe space and dish about your favorite queer books, shows, music, movies and more!
Wednesday, February 11 & 25 @ 4-7PM D&D-- Whether you're new to RPGs or a seasoned warrior, we're glad you're here. Registration required- FULL
Saturday, February 14 @ 1-2PM Crafternoon-- Bring your own work-in-progress or use our craft supplies.
Tuesday, February 17 @ 1-2PM Shrinky Dinks -- Make jewelry, key chains, and more.
Wednesday, Febraruy 18 @ 3:30PM Teen Advisory Board Meeting-- Join us to help make decisions about the teen space and our programming.
Wednesday, February 18 @ 4:30-6:30PM Pizza Game Night -- Game night is back by popular demand. This time, with pizza!
Saturday, February 28 @ 12:30-2:30PM Creative Writing Workshop -- Bring your WIP or fresh ideas to our monthly Creative Writing Workshop!

January Book Club
Wednesday, January 28 @ 3:30PM

Amazon.com: James (Pulitzer Prize Winner): A Novel: 9780385550369: Everett,  Percival: Books

New Members always welcome. Books are available to borrow at the Library.
2026 Book Club Reads
Russell Gaulin
Watercolors, Acrylics, Metal Photographic Prints

Visit the Library's Exhibit Gallery during the months of December and January to see local artist Russell Gaulin's work.

Monthly Writing Meetup
First Tuesday of each Month 5-6PM

Need time and inspiration for your writing project? Join our Monthly Writing Meetup to jumpstart your creativity!

Walking Club
Tuesdays @ 9AM

 Stitch Social
Tuesdays 1 PM - 3 PM

Stitch Social

 A group for knitters, crocheters, and other needle crafters. Join us with your current project in the Greenwood Meeting Room. No instruction will be given.

Wowbrary

We're excited to offer our patrons free "Wowbrary" email alerts that showcase the library's newest items each week. The alerts feature the latest bestsellers, movies, music CDs, audio books, children's titles, cookbooks, mysteries, travel guides, health books, science fiction and more purchased by the library. Sign up with your email address here

Download the CW MARS App
For iOS & Android

C/W MARS App

Download the new secure CW MARS app to easily view checked out items, renew items, search the catalog, view and place holds, and more!

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Mobile Printing
@ the Library

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Upload documents here: http://print.princh.com/?pid=109270
Email documents to: gamain.bw@ewprints.com

Pay via the Print Release Terminal in the Reference Department or at the Reference Desk.

Black & white printing $.10/page cash only

Strategic Plan 2026-2030

Read about the future goals and plans of your library.

Levi Heywood Memorial Library Strategic Plan

 

Last Updated: January 28, 2026