July 2020

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Wednesday, July 111:00 AM—12:00 PMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Coffee Chats Call In Program

Join the Billerica Public Library and the Billerica Council on Aging for our Coffee Chats Call In Program! Every first and third Wednesday morning at 11 am, we will discuss different topics of interest, play trivia, share jokes, and enjoy some conversation together! This program will take place completely over the phone.…Learn More
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Thursday, July 29:00—9:30 AMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Gratitude Call In Program

Join the Billerica Public Library for our Gratitude Call In Program! Every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 9 am, call in to share something you are grateful for in a welcoming, friendly space. Listening to other callers share what they are grateful for is an uplifting way to start your day! This program will take place completely over the phone.…Learn More
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Friday, July 3Closed

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Monday, July 6All DayHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Summer Reading Registration Opens

Summer Reading Registration OpensOur virtual summer reading program (Oceania Odyssey) begins today! Register at Beanstack!And check out all our age specific programs and activities:- Children's- Teens- Adults

Monday, July 67:00—8:15 PMVirtual ProgramOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821

Virtual Summer Reading Kick Off Event~ Trivia Brothers!

Virtual Summer Reading Kick Off Event~ Trivia Brothers!Join us for our ALL AGES, Family Friendly, Summer Reading Kickoff Event!  We'll be playing virtual, general knowledge trivia with Trivia Brothers!  Play as a team:First and foremost, you will need TWO DEVICES in order to enjoy the optimal experience - a computer (to join the Zoom meeting) and a smart phone or tablet (to play the game and answer questions).…Learn More
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Tuesday, July 79:00—9:30 AMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Gratitude Call In Program

Join the Billerica Public Library for our Gratitude Call In Program! Every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 9 am, call in to share something you are grateful for in a welcoming, friendly space. Listening to other callers share what they are grateful for is an uplifting way to start your day! This program will take place completely over the phone.…Learn More

Tuesday, July 77:00—8:00 PMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Reel Talk Film Club

Join us on Tuesday, July 7th at 7 pm for our weekly film discussion*! This week's movie is Salt of the Earth.  Banned at the time of its initial release and made by blacklisted filmmakers, this bold, radical film tells the story of Mexican-American workers who call a strike over the unsafe work conditions and unequal wages they receive in comparison to their white co-workers at a Zinc mine in New Mexico.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 810:00—10:15 AMVirtual ProgramOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821

Virtual Tidbits and Tales Story time!

Virtual Tidbits and Tales Story time!Tidbits and Tales Story time! Facebook Live

Wednesday, July 81:00—2:00 PMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Virtual Memory Café

The Billerica Public Library and the Billerica Council on Aging are excited to offer a virtual Memory Café using Zoom on Wednesday, July 8th at 1:00 p. m. * We will be hosting guitarist and singer Adam McCauley for a musical performance of songs of the 40s, 50s, and 60s!Once you register for this event, you will receive the instructions for using Zoom.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 82:00—2:30 PMVirtual ProgramOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821
Zoom ConferenceOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821

Virtual Young Adult Program - Simply Focused Meals - Lamingtons

Virtual Young Adult Program - Simply Focused Meals  - LamingtonsJoin Julie from Simply Focused Cooking while she guides you step by step as you create delicious Lamingtons in a mug.   Lamingtons are vanilla cakes covered in chocolate with a sprinkle of coconut.   It's a treat in Australia.   Grades 5-12Please shop safely for the ingredients for the recipe.…Learn More
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Thursday, July 99:00—9:30 AMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Gratitude Call In Program

Join the Billerica Public Library for our Gratitude Call In Program! Every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 9 am, call in to share something you are grateful for in a welcoming, friendly space. Listening to other callers share what they are grateful for is an uplifting way to start your day! This program will take place completely over the phone.…Learn More

Thursday, July 911:30 AM—12:30 PMZoom ConferenceOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821

Virtual Young Adult Program - Book Discussion - Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes

Virtual Young Adult Program - Book Discussion - Ballad of Songbirds and SnakesI need to talk about this book!  Have you read it? If you have, I'm sure you'll agree that there is a lot to talk about.   If you haven't. .. what are you waiting for?  It's available for download in audio book on Hoopla with your BPL card.…Learn More

Thursday, July 97:00—8:15 PMVirtual ProgramOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821
Zoom ConferenceOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821

VIRTUAL Coffee House: Ukulele Music with Lizzie

VIRTUAL Coffee House: Ukulele Music with LizzieFor this summer’s coffee house music event we’re riffing off our summer reading theme (Oceania Odyssey) with some ukulele music. Our very own Lizzie Meier will be playing a variety of tunes, from jazz standards to contemporary folk/pop, all of which will feature the famous four-stringed instrument of Hawaii.…Learn More
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Monday, July 13All DayHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Have you registered for summer reading?

Have you registered for summer reading?Our virtual summer reading program (Oceania Odyssey) is happening now. Register at Beanstack!And check out all our age specific programs and activities:- Children's- Teens- Adults
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Tuesday, July 149:00—9:30 AMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Gratitude Call In Program

Join the Billerica Public Library for our Gratitude Call In Program! Every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 9 am, call in to share something you are grateful for in a welcoming, friendly space. Listening to other callers share what they are grateful for is an uplifting way to start your day! This program will take place completely over the phone.…Learn More

Tuesday, July 147:00—8:00 PMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Reel Talk Film Club

Join us on Tuesday, July 7th at 7 pm for our weekly film discussion*! This week's movie is The Farewell.  In this funny, heartfelt story, Billi's (Awkwafina) family returns to China under the guise of a fake wedding to stealthily say goodbye to their beloved matriarch--the only person that doesn't know she only has a few weeks to live.…Learn More

Tuesday, July 147:00—8:00 PMVirtual ProgramOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821
Zoom ConferenceOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821

Author J. Courtney Sullivan

Author J. Courtney SullivanJ. Courtney Sullivan’s latest novel, Friends and Strangers, follows Elisabeth, an accomplished journalist and new mother struggling to adjust to small town life, and Sam, a college senior worrying about what her future might hold. Sullivan explores themes of power dynamics and motherhood through flawed but relatable characters, and their complicated relationships.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 1510:00—10:15 AMVirtual ProgramOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821

Virtual Tidbits and Tales Story time!

Virtual Tidbits and Tales Story time!Tidbits and Tales Story time! Virtual Event!

Wednesday, July 1511:00 AM—12:00 PMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Coffee Chats Call In Program

Join the Billerica Public Library and the Billerica Council on Aging for our Coffee Chats Call In Program! Every first and third Wednesday morning at 11 am, we will discuss different topics of interest, play trivia, share jokes, and enjoy some conversation together!This program will take place completely over the phone.…Learn More
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Thursday, July 169:00—9:30 AMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Gratitude Call In Program

Join the Billerica Public Library for our Gratitude Call In Program! Every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 9 am, call in to share something you are grateful for in a welcoming, friendly space. Listening to other callers share what they are grateful for is an uplifting way to start your day! This program will take place completely over the phone.…Learn More

Thursday, July 167:00—8:30 PM Billerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

VIRTUAL - Sheryl Faye presents Amelia Earhart

Ever wonder what it would be like to have a conversation with Amelia Earhart? Sheryl Faye performs impersonations of historical women from Abigail Adams to Helen Keller, and this time she will be portraying the free-spirited aviator Amelia Earhart. Sheryl’s lively performance will offer an entertaining window into the life and personality of the real Earhart, a woman with an inspirational determination to follow her passion to the skies.…Learn More
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Monday, July 20All DayHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Have you registered for summer reading?

Have you registered for summer reading?Our virtual summer reading program (Oceania Odyssey) is happening now. Register at Beanstack!And check out all our age specific programs and activities:- Children's- Teens- Adults
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Tuesday, July 219:00—9:30 AMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Gratitude Call In Program

Join the Billerica Public Library for our Gratitude Call In Program! Every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 9 am, call in to share something you are grateful for in a welcoming, friendly space. Listening to other callers share what they are grateful for is an uplifting way to start your day! This program will take place completely over the phone.…Learn More

Tuesday, July 2111:30 AM—12:30 PMVirtual ProgramOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821

Virtual Young Adult Program - Book Discussion - Other Words for Home

Virtual Young Adult Program - Book Discussion - Other Words for HomeWant to get a jump start on your school summer reading or just looking for something good to read?  Join teen librarian, Michelle, and middle school librarians Ms. Melaugh and Ms. Cabral, weekly, starting July 21st - August 18 at 11:30 to discuss the book Other Words for Home by Jasmine Warga.…Learn More

Tuesday, July 212:30—3:30 PMZoom ConferenceOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821

Virtual Young Adult Program - Henna Alchemy Workshop DAY 2

Virtual Young Adult Program - Henna Alchemy Workshop DAY 2Join us for this TWO DAY Henna Alchemy Workshop with professional artist Mandy Roberge.   Day 1: Learn the history of Henna  and create your own Henna paste using a safe recipe based on the information given in this workshop. Day 2: Once the paste has "cured" you will learn how to roll and fill a cone with the paste then create some traditional designs.…Learn More

Tuesday, July 217:00—8:00 PMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Reel Talk Film Club

Join us on Tuesday, July 21st at 7 pm for our weekly film discussion*! This week's movie is Chico & Rita.  Oscar-winning director Fernando Trueba (Belle Epoque, Calle 54) and Spain's legendary illustrator Javier Mariscal celebrate their passion for the music and culture of Cuba with an epic story of love, passion, and heartbreak.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 2210:00—10:15 AMVirtual ProgramOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821

Virtual Tidbits and Tales Story time!

Virtual Tidbits and Tales Story time!Tidbits and Tales Story time

Wednesday, July 227:00—8:00 PMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Let's Talk Books: "No Pressure Book Club"

Let's Talk Books: "No Pressure Book Club"Is your favorite part of a book group when people talk about what they're reading and loving? Then this is the group for you! No assigned reading, no pressure. Just a small group of friendly readers who share suggestions for what to read. It's a great place to get ideas for your next book and to connect with other readers in the community.…Learn More
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Thursday, July 239:00—9:30 AMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Gratitude Call In Program

Join the Billerica Public Library for our Gratitude Call In Program! Every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 9 am, call in to share something you are grateful for in a welcoming, friendly space. Listening to other callers share what they are grateful for is an uplifting way to start your day! This program will take place completely over the phone.…Learn More

Thursday, July 232:00—2:30 PMVirtual ProgramOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821
Zoom ConferenceOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821

Virtual Young Adult Program - Simply Focused Meals - Cheesecake

Virtual Young Adult Program - Simply Focused Meals  - CheesecakeJoin Julie from Simply Focused Cooking while she guides you step by step as you create delicious cheesecake in a mug.   Grades 5-12Please shop safely for the ingredients for the recipe.   They will be emailed to you a week before the event.…Learn More
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Monday, July 27All DayHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Have you registered for summer reading?

Have you registered for summer reading?Our virtual summer reading program (Oceania Odyssey) is happening now. Register at Beanstack!And check out all our age specific programs and activities:- Children's- Teens- Adults

Monday, July 273:00—4:15 PMZoom ConferenceOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821

Virtual Young Adult Program - Maori Art Painting

Virtual Young Adult Program - Maori Art PaintingZoom on in and learn how to paint a Maori painting with professional artist Sherry Hoffman.   Why Maori art?  It fits the summer reading theme Oceania!The Māori are the indigenous Polynesian people of mainland New Zealand. They originated with settlers from eastern Polynesia, who arrived in New Zealand in several waves of waka (canoe) voyages roughly between 1320 and 1350.…Learn More
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Tuesday, July 289:00—9:30 AMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Gratitude Call In Program

Join the Billerica Public Library for our Gratitude Call In Program! Every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 9 am, call in to share something you are grateful for in a welcoming, friendly space. Listening to other callers share what they are grateful for is an uplifting way to start your day! This program will take place completely over the phone.…Learn More

Tuesday, July 2811:30 AM—12:30 PMVirtual ProgramOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821

Virtual Young Adult Program - Book Discussion - Other Words for Home

Virtual Young Adult Program - Book Discussion - Other Words for HomeWant to get a jump start on your school summer reading or just looking for something good to read?  Join teen librarian, Michelle, and middle school librarians Ms. Melaugh and Ms. Cabral, weekly, starting July 21st - August 18 at 11:30 to discuss the book Other Words for Home by Jasmine Warga.…Learn More

Tuesday, July 287:00—8:00 PMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Reel Talk Film Club

Join us on Tuesday, July 28th at 7 pm for our weekly film discussion*! This week's movie is Stories We Tell, a documentary film by Canadian director and actor Sarah Polley that excavates layers of myth and memory to find the elusive truth at the core of a family of storytellers.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 2910:00—10:15 AMVirtual ProgramOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821

Virtual Tidbits and Tales Story time!

Virtual Tidbits and Tales Story time!Tidbits and Tales Story time!

Wednesday, July 292:00—2:30 PMVirtual ProgramOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821
Zoom ConferenceOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821

Virtual Young Adult Program - Simply Focused Meals - Kiwi Cake

Virtual Young Adult Program - Simply Focused Meals  - Kiwi CakeJoin Julie from Simply Focused Cooking while she guides you step by step as you create delicious kiwi cake.   Did you know that Kiwi is both a bird from New Zealand and a fruit. .. . we'll be using the fruit. :0Grades 5-12Please shop safely for the ingredients for the recipe.…Learn More
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Thursday, July 309:00—9:30 AMHome ActivityBillerica Public Library15 Concord Road, Billerica, MA, 01821

Gratitude Call In Program

Join the Billerica Public Library for our Gratitude Call In Program! Every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 9 am, call in to share something you are grateful for in a welcoming, friendly space. Listening to other callers share what they are grateful for is an uplifting way to start your day! This program will take place completely over the phone.…Learn More

Thursday, July 307:00—8:00 PMVirtual ProgramOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821
Zoom ConferenceOffsiteSee program description for location, Billerica, MA, 01821

Authors Sanjiv Chopra and Gina Vild

Authors Sanjiv Chopra and Gina VildPurpose and happiness – which many might call the central issues of human life – have never before been examined in such a succinct and comprehensive way. Dr. Sanjiv Chopra and Gina Vild turn to philosophy, science, experience, conventional and unconventional wisdom in order to answer this great question: What does it mean to live a happy, meaningful life? Join us to learn more about what they have found.…Learn More
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