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Monday, April 410:30—11:30 AMHosting library Zoom account
Virtual Qigong Class with Dvora Eisenstein
Dvora Eisenstein leads this free recurring Qigong class on Zoom, every Monday from 10:30 a. m. to 11:30 a. m. Qigong is an ancient Chinese health care system integrating slow movements, breathing techniques, and focused intention. Qigong calms your mind, improves your balance, and enhances health.…Learn MoreMonday, April 410:30—11:00 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Drop-In Mini Mother Goose
Mini Mother Goose is a smaller version of our outside Mother Goose. This drop-in enrichment program for babies through age 5 and their caregivers takes place socially distanced in the Meeting Room. Attendance is limited to 20 people - one adult per one…Learn MoreMonday, April 44:00—4:45 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Non Fiction Book Club for Grades 3 and 4
Please sign your child up for the grade in which they are enrolled.
Monday, April 47:00—9:00 PMTown of Westford Zoom Account
Virtual Board of Library Trustees Meeting - Registration Required
Library Board of Trustees Monthly MeetingTown of Westford
All members of the public are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Apr 4, 2022 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Topic: J. V. Fletcher Library Board of Trustees
Register in advance or at any time prior to the conclusion of this meeting by accessing the following link on your computer, smart phone or tablet:
https://westfordma-gov.…Learn More
Monday, April 47:00—8:30 PMHosting library Zoom account
Virtual Discover India Series: India and the Color of Blue
Hosted by the India Association of Greater Boston, this series of four virtual programs explores some of India's exciting facts, places, people, and architecture. For middle schoolers, teens and adults.
Mon. Apr. 4 at 7:00 p.…Learn More5
Tuesday, April 510:30—11:00 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Book Bunch Story time for ages 2-4
This weekly drop-in story time is for kids ages 2 to 4. Join us as we share music, movement, and really FUN books for the younger kids in this program.
Since space is limited to 20, please plan to arrive 15 minutes before the program and go to the Children's Desk upstairs and ask for name tags for ONE adult caregiver and each child.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 51:15—1:45 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Book Worms Story Time for ages 4-5
This weekly drop-in story time is for kids ages 4 and 5. Join us as we share music, movement, and really FUN books in this program.
Since space is limited to 20, please plan to arrive 15 minutes before the program and go to the Children's Desk upstairs and ask for name tags for ONE adult caregiver and each child.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 52:00—3:00 PMStony Brook Middle SchoolJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Stony Brook Book Club
Join librarians Jess and Ms. Smith after school in the Stony Brook Library. We’ll discuss our April book along with an activity and some snacks. If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please e-mail jdyment@westfordma. govTuesday, April 54:00—4:45 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Kindergarten Book Club
Please sign your child up for the grade in which they are enrolled.
Tuesday, April 57:00—8:30 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Adult Nonfiction Book Club
Is truth stranger than fiction? Is it more entertaining? Find out in the Adult Nonfiction Book Club. We meet on the first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p. m. in the downstairs Meeting Room.
Dates and book titles can be found on the website and at the Information Desk.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 57:00—8:30 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Adult Nonfiction Book Club
Is truth stranger than fiction? Is it more entertaining? Find out in the Adult Nonfiction Book Club. We meet on the first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p. m. , on Zoom for the time being.
Dates and book titles can be found on the website and at the Information Desk.…Learn More6
Wednesday, April 610:30—11:00 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Tales and Tunes (in the Meeting Room)
This weekly drop-in musical story time is for kids ages 1 and half up to 3. Join us as we share music, instruments, and books in this program. Caregivers attend with the child.
Since space is limited to 20, please plan to arrive 15 minutes before the program and go to the Children's Desk upstairs and ask for name tags for ONE adult caregiver and each child.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 63:00—4:00 PMMary Atwood J. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Peace Cranes - Teens & Tweens
Join artist Heather in making origami cranes in the colors of the Ukranian flag to spread the message of peace. Make some to bring home, hand them out to friends, and help to fill up the library's crane box.Wednesday, April 64:00—4:45 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
First Grade Book Club
Please sign your child up for the grade in which they are enrolled.
Wednesday, April 67:00—8:30 PMHosting library Zoom account
Virtual Financial Workshop for Young Adults: Decisions! Decisions!
When you start a new job, some of your first decisions may be about saving for retirement and choosing health insurance. How much should I put into my retirement account? Which investments should I choose? Which health insurance plan will serve my needs and be affordable? The choices can be daunting.…Learn More7
Thursday, April 710:30—11:00 AMZoom
Mother Goose Story Time
Thursday Mother Goose has moved to in person in the Meeting Room.
Mother Goose is an interactive story time for children ages 0 and up with their caregivers. We do just about everything virtually that we do when you join us outside - just more up close and personal.…Learn MoreThursday, April 74:00—4:45 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
4th & 5th Grade Book Club
Please sign your child up for the grade in which they are enrolled.
Thursday, April 77:30—9:00 PMADMIN Zoom
Virtual FOL Executive Board Meeting
Meeting of the Friends of the Library Executive Board.
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Monday, April 1110:30—11:30 AMHosting library Zoom account
Virtual Qigong Class with Dvora Eisenstein
Dvora Eisenstein leads this free recurring Qigong class on Zoom, every Monday from 10:30 a. m. to 11:30 a. m. Qigong is an ancient Chinese health care system integrating slow movements, breathing techniques, and focused intention. Qigong calms your mind, improves your balance, and enhances health.…Learn MoreMonday, April 1110:30—11:00 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Mother Goose
Mini Mother Goose is a smaller version of our outside Mother Goose. This drop-in enrichment program for babies through age 5 and their caregivers takes place socially distanced in the Meeting Room. Attendance is limited to 20 people - one adult per one…Learn MoreMonday, April 113:30—4:30 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Make & Take Crafternoon
Join us in the Meeting Room to make keychains out of perler beads!Snacks provided! Please e-mail Jess at jdyment@westfordma. gov if you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions.Monday, April 117:00—8:30 PMHosting library Zoom account
Virtual Discover India Series: Hidden Gems: Ten Beautiful Places in India
Hosted by the India Association of Greater Boston, this series of four virtual programs explores some of India's exciting facts, places, people, and architecture. For middle schoolers, teens and adults.
Mon. Apr. 4 at 7:00 p. m. — India and the Color of Blue
Mon.…Learn More12
Tuesday, April 124:00—4:45 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Second Grade Book Club
Please sign your child up for the grade in which they are enrolled.
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Wednesday, April 134:00—4:45 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Third Grade Book Club
Please sign your child up for the grade in which they are enrolled.
Wednesday, April 136:30—7:00 PMZoom
Virtual Passover PJ Story Time
PJ Library and singer songwriter Susan Shane-Linder will present a very special Passover Story time in preparation for the Jewish holiday of Passover with a story and songs. Also, Rabbi Perry from Congregation Shalom will give an explanation of Passover and talk about how we have seders.…Learn More14
Thursday, April 1410:30—11:00 AMZoom
Mother Goose Story Time
Thursday Mother Goose has moved to in person in the Meeting Room.
Mother Goose is an interactive story time for children ages 0 and up with their caregivers. We do just about everything virtually that we do when you join us outside - just more up close and personal.…Learn MoreThursday, April 144:00—4:45 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Art Book Club
Please sign your child up for the grade in which they are enrolled.
Thursday, April 147:00—8:30 PMADMIN Zoom
Virtual Climate Change Conversation
Quentin Prideaux from The Climate Reality Project covers the impacts and causes of climate change, the actions we need to take, and what it all means for Massachusetts and the Northeast. He will discuss why some have been confused about the science and, although the subject is serious, Quentin keeps it positive and lighthearted where possible.…Learn MoreThursday, April 147:30—9:00 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Adult Book Club
Are you interested in joining a lively book discussion group? Consider joining the J. V. Fletcher Library's Adult Book Club. The monthly selections that we read and discuss alternate from Fiction to Nonfiction each month. Check out our Reading List! New members are always welcome! Email Kristina Leedberg at kleedberg@westfordma.…Learn More
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Monday, April 1810:30—11:30 AMHosting library Zoom account
Virtual Qigong Class with Dvora Eisenstein
Dvora Eisenstein leads this free recurring Qigong class on Zoom, every Monday from 10:30 a. m. to 11:30 a. m. Qigong is an ancient Chinese health care system integrating slow movements, breathing techniques, and focused intention. Qigong calms your mind, improves your balance, and enhances health.…Learn More19
Tuesday, April 1911:00 AM—12:00 PMZoom
WBZ-TV Meteorologist Sarah Wroblewski
Sarah will be Zooming in with us to tell us about her career as a meteorologist. She will tell us how she got there, show us the studio where she works, and learn how meteorologists make a forecast. She will tell us all about weather and the difference between weather and climate, clouds, and extreme weather.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 192:00—2:45 PMOutsideJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Turn Pizza Boxes into Pizza! with Fat Moon Mushrooms
For kids in grades K and up - Mushrooms are for more than eating! Explore the curious world of fungi with Farmer Elizabeth Almeida from Fat Moon Mushrooms. As we learn about the life cycle of mushrooms, we'll see how they can solve our waste problem by turning pizza boxes back into pizza.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 192:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Blackout Poetry for Teens & Tweens
Create your own unique and artistic poems using just a sharpie and an old book or newspaper!Snacks will be provided - email jdyment@westfordma. gov if you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions.20
Wednesday, April 2010:00—10:45 AMOutsideJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
10-10:45 AM Library Garden Installation with Fresh Start Food Gardens
Please sign up for ONE time slot. This program is for children ages 4 to 10 accompanied by an adult caregiver. The library is getting a garden and YOU get to help us! Our local friend Christine Berthold from Fresh Start Food Gardens will be installing 10 large portable grow bags on the south side of the library.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 2011:00—11:45 AMOutsideJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
11-11:45 AM Library Garden Installation with Fresh Start Food Gardens
Please sign up for ONE time slot. This program is for children ages 4 to 10 accompanied by an adult caregiver. The library is getting a garden and YOU get to help us! Our local friend Christine Berthold from Fresh Start Food Gardens will be installing 10 large portable grow bags on the south side of the library.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 2012:00—12:45 PMOutsideJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
12-12:45 AM Library Garden Installation with Fresh Start Food Gardens
Please sign up for ONE time slot. This program is for children ages 4 to 10 accompanied by an adult caregiver. The library is getting a garden and YOU get to help us! Our local friend Christine Berthold from Fresh Start Food Gardens will be installing 10 large portable grow bags on the south side of the library.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 202:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Upcycled Book Art for Teens & Tweens
Join YA Librarian Jess for a celebration of Earth Day! Jess will provide inspiration and assistance, but this will be an open crafting space where you can create any style of art or craft you feel like creating. Recycled books and art supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own materials to supplement.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 207:00—8:30 PMHosting library Zoom account
Virtual Financial Workshop for Young Adults: Protecting You & Your Assets
Life as an independent adult can feel complicated and overwhelming. How can you be ready for the challenges ahead? This workshop, geared towards 17 to 30 year-olds, will help you organize and prepare for your adult life! Presented by Jennifer Bethel, a Professor of Finance at Babson College and the Faculty Director of the Babson Financial Literacy Program.…Learn More21
Thursday, April 2110:30—11:15 AMOutsideJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Session 1: Terrific Turbines with Katharine Hinkle
A major threat to the health of the Earth is greenhouse gas pollution. Did you know that the town of Westford is working towards reducing our greenhouse gas pollution to zero by the year 2050? One of the many ways that we can do this is by getting the electricity that we use every day from renewable sources that produce no greenhouse gasses.…Learn MoreThursday, April 2111:30 AM—12:15 PMOutsideJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Session 2: Terrific Turbines with Katharine Hinkle
A major threat to the health of the Earth is greenhouse gas pollution. Did you know that the town of Westford is working towards reducing our greenhouse gas pollution to zero by the year 2050? One of the many ways that we can do this is by getting the electricity that we use every day from renewable sources that produce no greenhouse gasses.…Learn MoreThursday, April 212:00—3:30 PMZoom
Virtual Curious About Mushrooms
In this 90-minute Zoom class, Elizabeth Almeida, owner/farmer at Fat Moon Farm, covers everything from the lifecycle of mushrooms to the latest research on their nutritional and environmental benefits. Stop by the library this spring to see a Oyster Mushroom grow kit from Fat Moon in action!
Register below to receive the Zoom link.…Learn More22
Friday, April 221:00—2:00 PMOutsideJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Bollywood Funk Dance Class
Learn Bollywood Funk! Instructor Chavi Bansal will develop your foundation by teaching Bollywood rhythm, coordination and strength in a fun, interactive way. Learn basic footwork, grooves, rhythm patterns and hand gestures. Held on the library’s back lawn.…Learn MoreFriday, April 223:00—5:00 PMOutsideJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Animal Craze Traveling Farm on the Common
As part of the Westford Earth Day Celebration hosted by Westford Climate Action and the town Clean Energy and Sustainability Committee, the J. V. Fletcher Library is excited to host Animal Craze petting zoo as our contribution to the event. The traveling farm features a lamb, baby goats, a piglet, chicks, ducklings, AND baby bunnies.…Learn More23
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Monday, April 2510:30—11:30 AMHosting library Zoom account
Virtual Qigong Class with Dvora Eisenstein
Dvora Eisenstein leads this free recurring Qigong class on Zoom, every Monday from 10:30 a. m. to 11:30 a. m. Qigong is an ancient Chinese health care system integrating slow movements, breathing techniques, and focused intention. Qigong calms your mind, improves your balance, and enhances health.…Learn MoreMonday, April 2510:30—11:00 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Mother Goose
Mini Mother Goose is a smaller version of our outside Mother Goose. This drop-in enrichment program for babies through age 5 and their caregivers takes place socially distanced in the Meeting Room. Attendance is limited to 20 people - one adult per one…Learn MoreMonday, April 252:00—3:00 PMOutsideJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Monday Mystery Book Club
Wake up your week with a stimulating book discussion! We meet on the fourth Monday of the month at 2:00 p. m. , this time on the library's back lawn! Please bring your own lawn chair. If it rains, we'll meet on Zoom, and members will receive the link by email that morning.…Learn MoreMonday, April 256:30—7:00 PMZoom
PJ Story Time
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Tuesday, April 262:00—3:00 PMBlanchard Middle SchoolJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
Blanchard Book Club
Join librarians Jess and Mrs. Brandt after school in the Blanchard Learning Commons to eat some snacks, do an activity and discuss our April books. If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please e-mail Jess at jdyment@westfordma. gov27
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Thursday, April 2810:30—11:00 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
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Mother Goose Story Time
Mother Goose is an interactive story time for children ages 0 and up with their caregivers. We do just about everything virtually that we do when you join us outside - just more up close and personal. We have pop up books, songs, a field trip, and Poppy…Learn More29
Friday, April 292:30—4:30 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
JVF Teen Lounge
Join us in the library Meeting Room for a Friday afternoon lounge. Come prepared to do anything you want: bring your sketchbook, favorite card game, whatever you're reading right now - or just bring yourself! We'll have a build-your-own boba bar and plenty of things to do.…Learn More30