Visit our website (charltonlibrary.org) for a full listing of programs and events or to register.

Movies @ The Library

All showings are on Tuesdays at 1:00 ONLY in Dexter Hall. No registration required. Free popcorn!

May 14: CRAZY RICH ASIANS. 2018. PG13. 2 hrs. This contemporary romantic comedy, based on a global bestseller, follows native New Yorker Rachel Chu to Singapore to meet her boyfriend’s family.

May 21: THE BIG SICK. 2017. R. 2 hrs. Pakistan-born comedian Kumail Nanjiani and grad student Emily Gardner fall in love but struggle as their cultures clash. When Emily contracts a mysterious illness, Kumail finds himself forced to face her feisty parents, his family’s expectations, and his true feelings.

May 28: THE JOY LUCK CLUB. 1993. R. 2 hrs 19 min. The life histories of four East Asian women and their daughters reflect and guide each other.

Silver Needles Knit & Crochet Group

Thursdays from 1:00-3:00 - Upstairs Reading Room - No registration required

Bring your current project and relax with friends. All are welcome regardless of skill level.

Genealogy Group Meeting 

Thursday, May 2, 6:00-7:30 - Community Meeting Room - No registration required

The Charlton Library Genealogy Group meets monthly on the first Thursday  of the month from 6:00-7:30 in the Community Meeting Room. Meetings alternate between general discussion topics and guest presenters. Tonight will be a general discussion.

Sourdough Starter Workshop with Sourdough Brandon

Saturday, May 4, 10:00-11:30 - Dexter Hall - Registration required

Learn how to make, maintain, and store a sourdough starter from sourdough baker and food blogger Sourdough Brandon. You’ll leave with many tips and tricks on how to keep your sourdough starter active, what to make with your starter, and even leave with some free sourdough starter! 

CPL Book Discussion

THE PERSONAL LIBRARIAN by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray

Thursday, May 9, 6:00-7:00 - Community Meeting Room and via Zoom - No registration

Books are available for checkout at the adult circulation desk one month prior to discussion.

Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88235025038

Community Yoga

Saturday, May 11, 9:45-10:45 - Maynard Field (weather permitting) or Dexter Hall 

All ages and levels are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and please bring your own yoga mat. Registration is required.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group

Thursday, May 16, 6:00-7:30 - Community Meeting Room - No registration required

Led by experienced caregivers and offers information, resources, and strategies specific to caring for someone with Alzheimer’s and other Dementias along with support for transitioning to different care settings. No registration Co-sponsored by Tri-Valley and Charlton Public Library.

Bees and Beekeeping

Saturday, May 18, 10:00-11:00 - Dexter Hall - No registration

Join John Hedly, local beekeeper and member of Worcester County Beekeepers Association, to learn the basics of beekeeping. Topics to include: Starting a beehive; The physical structure of a beehive; The bee colony and its organization; Bee chores in and out of a hive; Collecting honey; The importance of pollination. This program is free and open to all ages. No registration is required.

SARJ (Saturday Acoustic Roots Jam)

Saturday, May 18, 12:00 - 1:30 - Community Meeting Room - No registration required

An acoustic only music jam. Open to all 18+. Join us to play or just to listen!!

CULE (Charlton Ukulele League 

& Ensemble)

Thursday, May 23, 6:00-7:30 - Community Meeting Room - No registration required

Experienced musicians and newbies all welcome. Questions? Email [email protected]

Critical Thinking Discussion Group

Medea by Euripides

Friday, May 24, 1:00-2:00 - Sibley Reading Area (Main Floor) - No registration required

No experience with critical thinking discussion groups is necessary. Books/materials are available for checkout one month prior to discussion. Questions? Email [email protected]. 

Motown Hits and History 

Concert Performance

Thursday, May 30, 6:30-7:30 - Dexter Hall - No registration

In this one hour concert, Melodious Zach will perform Motown favorites, and entertain you with Motown trivia. Featuring songs from artists such as: Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder, Jackson 5, Four Tops, and many more. Zach will also discuss the cultural significance of Motown and how it changed over the years. This concert is free and open to all.