Uxbridge Free Public Library
Uxbridge Free Public Library
Monday, July 15
11:30 – noon Baby Storytime
Have fun with your children during our weekly storytimes, as you engage in songs, rhymes, stories, and movement. This encourages language development, social, and listening skills. For ages 0-2 years. When registering, please include both adults and children in the count. This will be held outdoors if weather permits. Registration is required. contact: Uxbridge Free Public Library 508-278-8624 x 104 [email protected]
6-6:30 p.m. Blossoming Youth Yoga
In this ongoing class, learners will take time to relax their minds and bodies through stretch, yoga and meditation led by Yoga instructor Pauline Estey. Ages 6 + Registration is required. Sponsored by the Board of Trustees.
Contact: 508-278-8624 x 104
6-7 p.m. Build Wave
Build Wave is a one-hour STEAM enrichment program that combines the spirit of an art program, the materials of a building workshop, and the framework of a video game. For ages 5-18. Registration is required. Sponsored by the Board of Trustees. Contact: 508-278-8624 x 104
6:30 p.m. Knit-n-Stitch Circle
Do you love to craft? Do you have an interest in knitting, crocheting, embroidery, or other fiber arts? Are you looking for a crafting community? Then join our craft circle! Bring your crochet, knitting, or other craft project to work on and take the time to relax and learn from others. Our drop-in Knit-N-Stitch circle meets weekly on Mondays at 6 p.m.
Contact: 508-278- 8624
7 p.m. Gentle Flow Yoga
Join Michelle Forest, a 200HR registered yoga teacher, for a gentle yoga class at the library! Michelle’s yoga class combines creative and balanced movements which connect to a theme to help you deepen your practice. Beginners are encouraged and always welcome to attend! Registration is required, please visit our website calendar to register. This class is sponsored by the Board of Library Trustees.
This class currently has a waitlist.
Contact: 508-278-8624
Tuesday, July 16
11 a.m.-noon Baby Bumble
Socialization playgroups are for families to help children develop social skills at their own pace, to build their child’s emotional confidence, and to encourage physical activity and creativity. For ages 0-2 years. When registering, please include both adults and children in the count. Registration is required.
Contact: 508-278-8624 x 104
3:30 p.m. Historical Fiction Book Club
At the July meeting of the Historical Fiction Book Club, we will be discussing “The Gown” by Jennifer Robson. Copies are available at the Library.
Contact: Chris Powloka 508-278-8624 x101
4:15 - 5:15 p.m. Ink Tile Art
We will create abstract art on tiles with alcohol ink paint and blowdryers. Ages 8-12 Registration is required. Generously sponsored by The Friends of the Library
Wednesday, July 17
10 - 11 a.m. Read Around Uxbridge
Amanda Gallerani will be presenting a fun and interactive program on dolphins and their lifestyle. Follow the link We will create abstract art on tiles with alcohol ink paint and blowdryers. Ages 8-12 Registration is required. Generously sponsored by The Friends of the Library. The event will be cancelled if it rains.
Read Around Uxbridge is a collaboration between Beginning Bridges/CFCE, Uxbridge Library, and the Uxbridge Schools.
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Crafty Wednesdays
Get crafty and creative with your kids every Wednesday! Improves coordination, fine motor skills, and encourages creativity. Alternatively, we will have some crafts ready to go as Take-Homes. Crafts will be available from 10am until they run out. For ages 1-8. Contact: 508-278-8624 x 04
12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Lego Challenge Build
The library will provide all materials for the kids to do the Challenge Build or to do a free-build to help exercise their imagination, creativity, social skills, and sportsmanship. We will display the creations for 1 week when it will be rotated back to the bins to create again the following week. Ages 5-10 Registration is required.
Contact: Uxbridge Free Public Library 508-278-8624 x 104 [email protected]
2:30 - 4 p.m. Book-a-Librarian
Need help downloading e-books and audiobooks on your tablet, using online databases, or setting up an email account? Do you want to access our microfilm collection and get a glimpse of Uxbridge in the past? Book up to thirty minutes with a librarian for tech assistance. Registration is required, please contact the library at 508-278-8624 x100 or visit our website calendar to register.
Contact: Christopher Powloka [email protected] [email protected]
Thursday, July 18
6-7:30 p.m. Clay Time: Paint Your Own Pottery
Clay Time Studio from Shrewsbury will be offering each youth a bowl, plate, or cup to paint using a special paint medium. They will then be taken back to the studio to be fired in the kiln and will be ready for pick up from the library in about a week. For ages 8-19. Registration is required. Generously sponsored by The Board of Trustees.
Contact: 508-278-8624 x 104
Location: Library Back Lawn
6:30 p.m. The Pollinator Garden
Pollinators are the life blood for good garden production. In this gardening program led by Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens, we will explore ways to attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other beneficials to your garden. Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens offers lectures on a variety of gardening topics throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Registration is encouraged.
Contact: 508-278-8624 [email protected]
Friday, July 19
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Lawn Games & Water Table
Stop by the library on Fridays (weather permitting) to play some fun outdoor games & splish splash in the water table! We’ll have Cornhole, Jumbo Jenga, Wooden Ring Toss Game, and Mulkky. Lawn Games are fun for all ages and everyone is welcome to come and play!
11:30 – noon Toddler/Pre-school Storytime
Have fun with your children during our weekly storytimes, as you engage in songs, rhymes, stories, and movement. This encourages language development, social, and listening skills. For ages 2-4 years. When registering, please include both adults and children in the count. This will be held outdoors if weather permits. Registration is required.
Contact: Uxbridge Free Public Library 508-278-8624 x 104 [email protected]
Monday, July 22
6-6:30 p.m. Blossoming Youth Yoga
In this ongoing class, learners will take time to relax their minds and bodies through stretch, yoga and meditation led by Yoga instructor Pauline Estey. Ages 6 + Registration is required. Sponsored by the Board of Trustees.
Contact: 508-278-8624 x 104
6-7:30 p.m. The Ukulele Show
Look, listen, learn & laugh at The Ukulele Show, an educational concert where Dave Maloof of MusicPlusComedy.com will perform a ukulele concert – singing and playing various ukes to music including Beatles, Rock ’n’ Roll, Vintage Pop, World, Country, Comedy, Kids – maybe even a little…Classical?! He’ll also show various ukulele sizes, shapes and tunings, demonstrate different playing techniques, and explain a bit about ukulele origins and parts. And everyone can try out some of the ukes that Dave will bring!
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Uxbridge Cultural Council, a local agency which is funded by the Mass. Cultural Council, a state agency.
Location Library Back Lawn
6:30 p.m. Knit-n-Stitch Circle
Do you love to craft? Do you have an interest in knitting, crocheting, embroidery, or other fiber arts? Are you looking for a crafting community? Then join our craft circle!
Bring your crochet, knitting, or other craft project to work on and take the time to relax and learn from others. Our drop-in Knit-N-Stitch circle meets weekly on Mondays at 6 p.m.
Contact: Uxbridge Free Public Library 508-278-8624 [email protected]
7 p.m. Gentle Flow Yoga
Join Michelle Forest, a 200HR registered yoga teacher, for a gentle yoga class at the library! Michelle’s gentle yoga class combines creative and balanced movements which connect to a theme to help you deepen your practice. Beginners are encouraged and always welcome to attend! Registration is required, please visit our website calendar to register. This class is sponsored by the Board of Library Trustees.
11 a.m. – noon Toddler Tumble
Socialization playgroups are for families to help children develop social skills at their own pace, to build their child’s emotional confidence, and to encourage physical activity and creativity. For ages 2-5 years. When registering, please include both adults and children in the count. Registration is required.
Contact: Uxbridge Free Public Library 508-278-8624 x 104 [email protected]
4:15 – 5 p.m. Mosaic Tile Art
Create a mosaic tile art on a wooden base to bring color and shine to your room. For ages 4-7. Registration is required. Generously sponsored by The Friends of the Library.
Wednesday, July 24
10-11 a.m. Read Around Uxbridge
Blackstone Valley Tech (BVT) Robotics Team will be co-hosting an interactive robotics demonstration for kids. There will be mini-robots to navigate through an obstacle course controlled by you! Can you do it?! It will take place in the parking lot behind the library just before the Unibank parking lot. Registration is required.
Please register by following the link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A4BAAA72EA3FF2-49608460-bvtrobotics#/
The event will be canceled if it rains.
Read Around Uxbridge is a collaboration between Beginning Bridges/CFCE, Uxbridge Library, and the Uxbridge Schools.
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Crafty Wednesdays
Get crafty and creative with your kids every Wednesday! Improves coordination, fine motor skills, and encourages creativity. Alternatively, we will have some crafts ready to go as Take-Homes. Crafts will be available from 10 a.m. until they run out. For ages 1-8.
Contact: Uxbridge Free Public Library 508-278-8624 x 104 [email protected]
1 p.m. Embroidery 101: Afternoon Class
Join Uxbridge-based artisan and instructor Madonna Terlizzi for this introductory embroidery workshop. This class will build on techniques from prior classes, but beginners are welcome! All supplies are provided. Registration required. This class has a waitlist.
Contact: Uxbridge Free Public Library 508-278-8624 [email protected]
2:30 – 4 p.m. Book-a-Librarian
Need help downloading e-books and audiobooks on your tablet, using online databases, or setting up an email account? Do you want to access our microfilm collection and get a glimpse of Uxbridge in the past? Book up to thirty minutes with a librarian for tech assistance. Registration is required, please contact the library at 508-278-8624 x100 or visit our website calendar to register.
Contact: Christopher Powloka [email protected]
4:15- 5:15 p.m. Kindness Speaks
Stephen Mandile will be reading books and doing art & crafts with youth to spark discussions to encourage small acts of kindness in hopes of it becoming widespread wherever youth may go. Ages 5-12 Registration is required.
Contact: 508-278-8624 x 104
11:30 a.m. PopUp Library at the Senior Center
Coming now to the Uxbridge Senior Center… is the PopUp Library! Stop by during the lunch meal program to sign up for a library card, browse an assortment of books, and learn what your librarians are up to! Please contact the Senior Center at 508-278-8622 to reserve your lunch that day.
6 p.m. Embroidery 101: Evening Class
Join Uxbridge-based artisan and instructor Madonna Terlizzi for this introductory embroidery workshop. This class will build on techniques from prior classes, but beginners are welcome! All supplies are provided. Registration required.
Contact: 508-278-8624
6-7 p.m. Henna by Jen!
Henna, a plant-based dye that safely stains the skin for 1-2 weeks, is a popular art form found in many cultures. Jen will turn your hands into a work of art using an all-natural henna paste. The henna design will last approximately 1-2 weeks. Ages 10+ Registration is required. Parents have to sign a permission form to allow youth under 18 to attend the program if they are not attending with their parent(s) or can email permission to Sonya at [email protected]. Sponsored by the Board of Trustees.
Contact: Uxbridge Free Public Library 508-278-8624 x 104 [email protected]
Friday, July 26
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Lawn Games & Water Table
Stop by the library on Fridays (weather permitting) to play some fun outdoor games & splish splash in the water table! We’ll have Cornhole, Jumbo Jenga, Wooden Ring Toss Game, and Mulkky. Lawn Games are fun for all ages and everyone is welcome to come and play!
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Family Candy Bar Bingo
How much do you know about Dogs? Come test your skills and luck to win large candy bars or boxes of Sour Patch Kids! Ages 6+ When registering, please include both adults and children in the count.
Contact: Uxbridge Free Public Library 508-278-8624 x 104 [email protected]
Monday, July 29
6 p.m. Teen Magic & Herbs
There’s more than meets the eye when it comes to herbs and spices in your kitchen. We can open our minds to the world of intention and manifesting with just a few ingredients from our kitchen.
In this interactive workshop with Sha Blackburn, we will create “intention powder” made from spices and herbs in our kitchen which we can use to manifest positive intentions. You will learn the myth and medicine of these simple ingredients, and you will learn how to focus your positive vibes within yourself to help you reach your goals.
Come prepared to hear some stories from folklore and gain a new understanding of some simple plants like corn and mustard! Every participant will receive a portion of the completed intention powder to take home.
Generously sponsored by The Board of Trustees.
6-6:30 p.m. Blossoming Youth Yoga
In this ongoing class, learners will take time to relax their minds and bodies through stretch, yoga and meditation led by Yoga instructor Pauline Estey. Ages 6 + Registration is required. Sponsored by the Board of Trustees.
Contact Uxbridge Free Public Library 508-278-8624 x 104 [email protected]
Location: Library Back Lawn
6:30 p.m. Bookies Book Club
At the July meeting of the Bookies Book Club, we will be discussing “North Woods” by Daniel Mason. Copies will be available at the Library.
6:30 p.m. Knit-n-Stitch Circle
Do you love to craft? Do you have an interest in knitting, crocheting, embroidery, or other fiber arts? Are you looking for a crafting community? Then join our craft circle!
Contact: Uxbridge Free Public Library 508-278-8624 [email protected]
7 p.m. Gentle Flow Yoga
Join Michelle Forest, a 200HR registered yoga teacher, for a gentle yoga class at the library! Michelle’s gentle yoga class combines creative and balanced movements which connect to a theme to help you deepen your practice. Beginners are encouraged and always welcome to attend! Registration is required, please visit our website calendar to register. This class is sponsored by the Board of Library Trustees.
CONTACT: Uxbridge Free Public Library 508-278-8624 [email protected]
There is a waiting list for this class.
10 – 11 a.m. Read Around Uxbridge
Enjoy a police story and take a tour to learn about the inner workings of the Police Department. Check out the police cruisers!
275 Douglas St Uxbridge. Registration is required.
Please register by following the link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A4BAAA72EA3FF2-49886584-uxbridge#/
Read Around Uxbridge is a collaboration bewteen Beginning Bridges/CFCE, Uxbridge Library, and the Uxbridge Schools.
10 a.m. 5 p.m. Crafty Wednesdays
Get crafty and creative with your kids every Wednesday! Improves coordination, fine motor skills, and encourages creativity. Alternatively, we will have some crafts ready to go as Take-Homes. Crafts will be available from 10am until they run out. For ages 1-8.
Contact: Uxbridge Free Public Library 508-278-8624 x 104 [email protected]
2:30 PM – 4 p.m. Book-a-Librarian
Need help downloading e-books and audiobooks on your tablet, using online databases, or setting up an email account? Do you want to access our microfilm collection and get a glimpse of Uxbridge in the past? Book up to thirty minutes with a librarian for tech assistance. Registration is required, please contact the library at 508-278-8624 x100 or visit our website calendar to register.
Contact: Christopher Powloka [email protected]
4 - 5 p.m. Lego Challenge Build
The library will provide all materials for the kids to do the Challenge Build or to do a free-build to help exercise their imagination, creativity, social skills, and sportsmanship. We will display the creations for 1 week when it will be rotated back to the bins to create again the following week. Ages 5-10 Registration is required.
CONTACT: Uxbridge Free Public Library 508-278-8624 x 104 [email protected]
LOCATION: Children’s Department
