Wizard of Oz Night

Thursday, April 10, 2025 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM

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Follow the yellow brick road to the Blackstone Public Library!   Come to our Wizard of Oz Night. Thursday, April 10, 2025 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM.  We’ll have so much to do, and so much to see! Live animals, henna tattoos, fortune telling, a scavenger hunt, fun crafts for all, a mime performing at 6:30, 7:00, & 7:30, themed snacks, and prizes. Staff members will also be dressed in costume as Wizard of Oz characters!  So save the date, and don’t miss the fun! If you have any questions, call us at 508-883-1931.  Flyer includes a watercolor-style illustration of the yellow brick road winding through a vibrant green meadow. The Emerald City is on the horizon, with a vibrant rainbow swooped over it in the sky.

Be Well and Thrive: Nurturing Self Care Together

Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 PM April 1, 8, 22, & 29

A support group for adults.

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Be Well and Thrive: Nurturing Self Care Together A support group for adults. Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 PM. April 1, 8, 22, and 29.  “Nothing ever seems impossible in spring.” – L.M. Montgomery  Searching for a fresh start or new beginning? Are you often overwhelmed with life’s stressors, or find yourself giving to others and not making time for yourself? Would you like to explore new ways to gain a sense of balance and contentment? This group may be a perfect place to start!  This wellness group is being led by Cheryl Marino-Page. Cheryl has 30 years of professional and lived experience. She has a Bachelor's Degree from Framingham State University and works full time as a family partner, and part-time Life Coach.  Registration is required for this group. Call the Blackstone Public Library at 508-883-1931 to sign up, or for more information.  Flyer image is a photograph of an open field in early spring with the ground mostly brown with the first signs of green. The foreground and far background are soft and unfocused. There are trees in the distance, blurred against a bright white sky. In midground, and in sharp focus, are two purple crocus flowers backlit by the sun.

Spring Story Times for 2025!

Registration begins Monday, March 24

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Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club

For 5th-8th grade students

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Beginner Yoga for Adults

Saturdays, March 15 & 22 at 10:30 AM

This program is for Blackstone residents only.

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Beginner Yoga for Adults, with Jennifer Fleury, Ed.D., RYT. Saturdays, March 15 and 22 at 10:30 AM.  Take a break from the stress of daily life with this beginner yoga session designed to release tension and restore balance. Through slow, mindful movement and deep breathing, you’ll ease into stretches that enhance flexibility and mobility. We’ll use props to provide extra support, so please bring a yoga mat, blanket, a yoga strap (or belt), and yoga blocks if you have them. All levels are welcome!  With 30 years of experience in fitness instruction, Jennifer began her journey teaching group exercise before discovering her passion for yoga nearly 25 years ago. She is the owner of Auburn Yoga & Pilates, where she fosters a welcoming space for mindful movement. With a doctorate in education, she is deeply passionate about teaching and supporting others in their learning journeys.  This led her to pursue yoga teacher training and, eventually, to own Auburn Yoga & Pilates, where she fostered a welcoming space for mindful movement. With a doctorate in education, she is deeply passionate about teaching and supporting others in their learning journeys—whether through movement, mindfulness, or personal growth.  Registration is required. This program is for Blackstone residents only. Call the Blackstone Public Library at 508-883-1931 to sign up, or for more information.  This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Blackstone Public Library.  Flyer heading background is a photograph of a pink yoga mat, a pink yoga block, two pink hand weights, and a pink blanket on a light-brown-wood floor. Flyer also includes a photo of Jennifer wearing a white shirt and smiling brightly at the camera.

Mobile Mini Golf

Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM

Come play a round of mini golf when the library is closed!

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Come play a round of mini golf when the library is closed!  The Blackstone Public Library invites you to Mobile Mini Golf! Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM.  Each of the 10 holes spread throughout the library have been sponsored by a local business, family, or organization. The course features jumps, bumps, twists, and loops, and is sure to offer a fun challenge for all.  All ages are welcome to this event. Various sized clubs will be available.  Everyone who completes the course will receive a prize. A hole-in-one will get your name posted on the bragging board!  No registration is required for this event. Please be advised that due to the popularity of this event, wait times may vary. Contact the Blackstone Public Library at 508-883-1931 for more information.  This event is sponsored by: Daniel T. Doyle, Esquire; Thrifty Discount Liquors; TKO Pizza; Ryan Law Office; Quiet Peas; Selectwoman Mary Bulso; Sue Trinque; Walkers Pub; LJ & Son Asphalt Paving LLC; RGN Construction Management LLC.  Image description: The flyer features the Mini Golf company’s logo at the top of the page, “Mobile-MiniGolf” with a green arrow underlining it, pointing to four golf balls colored purple, pink, green, yellow, and blue. The flyer also features five photographs of previous minigolf events held by the company.

Annual Boston Bruins PJ Drive is Back!

February 1 - March 15

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Music & Movement for Young Children

Register now!

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Wag & Read: Read to a Therapy Dog

Willoughby, Bear, Lady and ?

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Vintage Family History Scrapbooking Class

Tuesday, April 1 at 6:00 PM

This program is intended for adults.

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Vintage Family History Scrapbooking Class This program is intended for adults. Tuesday, April 1 at 6:00 PM  This program is part of the Blackstone Public Library’s ongoing LSTA grant, “Voices: A Common Thread.”  Vintage Family History Scrapbooking. Please join Library Staff Members for an evening of scrapbooking. Supplies will be provided. We ask that you bring the following: 4 photographs to use in the scrapbook; information about the person/people in the photos (ex. name, age, location, etc.) ; a small blurb about the person (a few sentences). It could be of a particular achievement, historical information, or a fun, family anecdote/memory; your enthusiasm!  Registration is required. Call the Blackstone Public Library at 508-883-1931.  “Vintage Family History Scrapbooking Class” is supported by grant funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the federal Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.  Flyer features a vintage-style photograph of a scrapbook in progress. There are three family photos on a brown-paper page with handwriting beside one photo. On the table beside the book is a pen, a pair of scissors, a spool of white string, and a sheet of brown arrow stickers.

Quilting Club

First meeting Thursday, March 20 from 2:00 to 3:00 PM

Please join us for the quilting club.

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Quilting Club, a monthly club for adults. Thursday, March 20 from 2:00 to 3:00 PM.  If you love quilting already or just want to start, come join a group of like-minded crafters! Each meeting will be a relaxing time to get together, share ideas, and do some quilting. Refreshments will be served.  This program is for adults. Registration is required. Call or come in to sign up. Contact the Blackstone Public Library at 508-883-1931 for more information.  This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Blackstone Public Library.  The title text of this flyer is in a typeface that looks like letters written inside separate quilt patches. Flyer text is over a background photo of a quilt. The patches are large, colored blue, pink, yellow, and teal, and with a filigree design of stitching over the entire quilt.

Learn the Art of Pysanky

Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

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Learn the Art of Pysanky, with Celeste Langlois. An art program for adults. Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.   Have you always wanted to learn how to make a traditional Ukrainian Easter egg to add to your basket? Now is your chance! Come and learn about the colorful world of Pysanky, the Ukrainian art form in which an egg is designed with traditional folk motifs using wax and dyes.   You’ll learn about the history and meaning of the colors and symbols of this beautiful Ukrainian art form, while learning to draw lines on an egg and layer dye colors to make a beautiful, unique decorative egg. No experience is necessary.  Registration is required for this event. Call the Blackstone Public Library at 508-883-1931 to sign up, or for more information.  This program is free and is supported by a grant from the Blackstone Cultural Council, a local agency, which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.  Flyer header includes a photograph of beautifully colored pysanky style Easter eggs in neat rows. The eggs are covered in intricate geometric designs in a myriad of colors.

Technology Classes

by Appointment

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Borrow a HotSpot from the Library

In accordance with the Library’s goal to provide to our community current technology and services, the Blackstone Public Library offers Wi-Fi Mobile HotSpots for loan.

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Get a CWMARS eCard

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An eCard is a CW MARS library card that you can register for online to access electronic materials, such as ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and databases.

The eCard is for patrons who do not already have a CW MARS library card and may be upgraded to a physical library card with borrowing privileges by visiting your local library.