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Monday-Thursday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Friday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

This September, Whitinsville Social Library is celebrating Library Card Sign-Up Month with a brand-new promotion: The Golden Library Card. From September 1–30, every newly registered patron has the chance to draw a key from the library’s “Key Bucket,” with weekly Golden Key winners taking home prizes and earning a spot in the grand prize drawing. At the end of the month, one lucky new patron will receive the Golden Library Card, entitling them to one month of VIP library perks, including their na.m.e and face on library signage and the chance to showcase their favorite books.

Weekly Highlights:

Library Littles 

Mondays at 10:30 a.m. 

Stories, songs, and playtime for children 0-2 and their caregivers. A great opportunity to introduce your child to the library and meet new friends!

Builders & Makers 

Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m. Sept. 10 and 24

LEGO, crafts, and maker projects for kids 6+ will be available. Stop-in and create something new.

Music & Movement with Deb Hudgins

Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.

Join Miss Deb for singing, dancing, games, stories, and lots of fun. Ages 1-5. Registration required. Please register for this program.

Local History Help

Wednesdays at 2 p.m.

Story Sprouts STEAM Storytime 

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. starting Sept. 11
A structured storytime for preschoolers featuring STEAM concepts and a special activity or take home project. Please register for this program.

Art Attack

Fridays at 2:30 p.m.
Dropping by the library after school? There will be rotating activities and crafts available for tweens and teens.

Special September Events:

Fiction Book Club

Monday, Sept. 8 at 6 p.m.

September’s selection is “Stories from the Tenants Downstairs “ by Sidik Fofana. Books are available for pick up at the library or online via Libby. Refreshments provided. Please register.

D&D Campaign

Thursday, Sept. 11 at 3 p.m.

Calling all adventurers! Join WSL’s first multi-week Dungeons and Dragons campaign. Beginners welcome! First level character sheets will be provided if you don’t have your own. Dice and snacks will be provided. Ages 12-17, registration required.

Get Help with Jenna

Monday, Sept. 15 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Sign up for a 30 minute session with Community Health worker Jenna Gouin. Get assistance with applying for MassHealth, SNAP, WIC, Fuel Assistance, Medicare, Social Security, Veteran’s benefits, and more. Register online or by calling.

Crafty Kids Corner: Calm Down Jars 

Saturday, Sept. 20 at 10:30 a.m.

A creative craft for ages 6 and up! This month, we’re making glittery calm-down jars—perfect for mindfulness, relaxation, or just something fun and sparkly to shake. Please register to ensure enough supplies.

Gilmore Girls Trivia

Monday, Sept. 22 at 6 p.m.

Enjoying your annual fall rewatch of Gilmore Girls? Think Northbridge is a bit like Stars Hollow? Want to show off your knowledge of the greatest mother-daughter New England based TV show from the early 2000s? Register your tea.m. to win the title of WSL’s ultimate GG fan.

PJ Storytime 

Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 6:30 p.m. Join us in the Children’s Room for a quick evening, seasonal storytime. All-ages. drop in. PJs aren’t required, but encouraged!

Memoir Book Club

Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 6 p.m.

This is the 50th meeting of our Memoir Book Club! The first meeting took place on April 24, 2018. For this special meeting readers will revisit one of the first books the group discussed: “Letters of a Woman Homesteader” by Elinore Pruitt Stewart. Copies are available at the library, via Libby, and Project Gutenberg. New and returning members are welcome to attend!

Silent Book Club

Thursday, Sept. 25 at 6 p.m.

Come gather at the library with fellow book lovers to read and relax. There are no assigned readings. Bring your own book or browse and borrow one of the library’s. Drinks and snacks are provided. The meeting starts at 6, quiet reading starts at 6:30. Small talk is not required.

Friends of WSL Book Sale

Saturday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

The Friends of the Whitinsville Social Library is having their annual fall book sale with a ton of great quality used books and media for great prices! Support your local library and snag your next read. The sale is on the library’s front lawn, weather permitting.
Teen Painting Night with Julie Harrold 

Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 6:30 p.m.

Local artist Julie Harrold returns for an instructive, step-by-step painting workshop. This session’s project: a beautiful autumnal scene, perfect for welcoming the season. All materials provided. No experience necessary—just bring your creativity! Ages 12+. Register.

Check our social media for special pop-up programs throughout the fall. Looking ahead to October: Families can look forward to Spooky Storytime, Halloween crafts, a community Scarecrow Contest, Community Open House, and more seasonal fun.