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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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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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Corn on the Craft
Thursday, Nov. 6 @ 5PM
For grades K-2

 Celebrate fall at the library with a fun and colorful craft! Kids will create their very own beaded corn decoration!

PJs & a Movie
Wednesday, Nov. 12 @ 5PM
For grades K-2

 

Grab your comfiest pajamas, bring a favorite stuffed animal, and join us for a cozy night at the library!

Knot-a-Pillow Craft
Thursday, Nov. 13 @ 5PM
For grades K-5

 Kids will design their own soft pillow — no sewing needed!
Just pick your favorite fabric, fill it with stuffing, and knot it together to make a one-of-a-kind creation.  
Button Tree Art
Thursday, Nov. 20 @ 5PM
For grades 3-5

Create your own button tree masterpiece! Paint a tree and decorate it with colorful button leaves.

Turkey Puppets
Saturday, Nov. 22 @ 1PM

Kids will create their very own Turkey Puppet! It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season — full of creativity, laughter, and a little gobble-gobble! 

Fall Foliage Painting for grades 3-5
Registration Required
Wednesday, Oct. 29 @ 5PM

Fall foliage

Create an autumn-inspired painting. Instructor led. Space is limited. Call 978-632-5298 to register.

Falloween Stroll & Trick-or-Treating
Friday, Oct. 31 @ 9:30AM-12PM

Trick or treat jack-o'-lantern

Start your Falloween stroll at the Library! We'll have a not-too-spooky story and music!

Multilingual Stories & Play w/ Mariana
Monday, Nov. 10 @ 10AM

Join Mariana for stories in Spanish, Portuguese, and English. For ages 0-5.
Acompaña a Mariana para escuchar cuentos en español, portugués e inglés. Para niños de 0 a 5 años.
Junte-se a Mariana para ouvir histórias em espanhol, português e inglês. Para crianças de 0 a 5 anos.

Drop-in Lego Club
Mondays @ 4PM
and Saturday Nov. 8 @ 1PM

For ages 6-12. Legos will be provided.

Storytime at the Library

Storytime

The Children’s Department offers storytime sessions in the spring, fall, and winter.  Sessions include age-appropriate themed stories and activities including music, movement, and crafts.  New participants are always welcome.  Please note the age limitations outlined below.

For more information please contact the Children’s Room at 978-632-5298

Drop-in Storytime (Ages 2-5)
Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays @ 10AM
Wiggle Worm Wednesday (Ages 6-24 months) @ 10AM
Movement, music, and stories for little ones.

Limit to the first 30 people (kids & accompanying adults) that arrive.

New stories and activities at all sessions!

**Library policy requires that a parent or responsible caregiver accompany children under the age of 8.**

Beanstack Reading Challenge

Click here to sign up for the challenge!

ABCmouse.com Free In-Library Use

ABC Mouse

ABCmouse.com: With 5,000+ interactive books, educational games, puzzles, and other learning activities, ABCmouse.com's award-winning online curriculum is an invaluable resource for young learners (ages 2-8+). From Age of Learning, Inc.

Free access from Library computers and your own device connected to our wi-fi network. Please note some mobile devices require a free app download.