October 2024

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Tuesday, October 110:30—11:00 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Wiggle Words Time for ages 2-4

Wiggle Words Time for ages 2-4This weekly drop-in story time is for kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers. Join us as we share music, movement, and really FUN books for the younger kids in this program.…Learn More

Tuesday, October 14:00—4:45 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

1st Grade Book Club

1st Grade Book ClubThe book for the September meeting will be available after you sign up your child - you can pick up the book n the Children's room - just ask us as the desk. The book for the October meeting will available after the September meeting; the book for the November meeting will be available after the October meeting.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 29:30—11:30 AMVirtual

VIRTUAL: JOB SEARCH HELP FOR 50 & OVER -- Cover Letters/Using AI

VIRTUAL: JOB SEARCH HELP FOR 50 & OVER -- Cover Letters/Using AIThe Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking! Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 210:30—11:15 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
OutsideJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Mother Goose

Mother GooseMother Goose is an interactive story time for children ages 0 and up with their caregivers. We include books, songs, a field trip, fun movements, and of course, dancing! Hang out for a few minutes afterwards and make some new friends, or migrate up to the children's room for more play.

Wednesday, October 26:00—7:00 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

CANCELED - Animanga Club

Animanga ClubCome to the meeting room to watch Crunchyroll, draw characters, browse new manga and eat fun snacks. Open to anyone in Grade 6 and up. Drop-ins welcome. Please note that shows rated PG-14 may be shown.
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Thursday, October 310:30—11:00 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Book Bunch Story Time for ages 2-4

Book Bunch Story Time for ages 2-4This weekly drop-in story time is for kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers. Join us as we share music, movement, and really FUN books for the younger kids in this program.
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Sunday, October 6Closed

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Monday, October 74:00—4:45 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Kindergarten Book Club

Kindergarten Book ClubThe book for the September meeting will be available after you sign up your child - you can pick up the book n the Children's room - just ask us as the desk. The book for the October meeting will available after the September meeting; the book for the November meeting will be available after the October meeting.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 810:30—11:00 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Wiggle Words Time for ages 2-4

Wiggle Words Time for ages 2-4This weekly drop-in story time is for kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers. Join us as we share music, movement, and really FUN books for the younger kids in this program. .…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 910:30—11:15 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
OutsideJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Mother Goose

Mother GooseMother Goose is an interactive story time for children ages 0 and up with their caregivers. We include books, songs, a field trip, fun movements, and of course, dancing! Hang out for a few minutes afterwards and make some new friends, or migrate up to the children's room for more play.

Wednesday, October 96:00—7:00 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Sweet Treats & Good Reads Book Club

Blackbird Girls book coverFor Grades 6-8. Join us in the Meeting Room to discuss some great books and enjoy desserts. Copies of each month's book will be available at the Main Desk. For this meeting, we will be discussing The Blackbird Girls by Anne Blankman. Registration is required.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 1010:30—11:00 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Book Bunch Story Time for ages 2-4

Book Bunch Story Time for ages 2-4This weekly drop-in story time is for kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers. Join us as we share music, movement, and really FUN books for the younger kids in this program.

Thursday, October 104:00—4:45 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

4th & 5th Graphic Novel Book Club

Four Eyes book coverFor graphic novel readers in grades 4 & 5. The book for this month's meeting is Four Eyes by Rex Ogle & Dave Valeza. Pick up the book from the children's room and read it before the meeting, when we'll have a discussion and do a fun book-related activity!Please sign your child up for the grade in which they are enrolled.…Learn More

Thursday, October 106:30—8:00 PMMary Atwood J. 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

Thursday, October 107:00—9:00 PMADMIN Zoom

Virtual FOL Executive Board Meeting

Meeting of the Friends of the Library Executive Board.
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Sunday, October 13Closed

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Monday, October 14Closed

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Tuesday, October 1510:30—11:00 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Wiggle Words Time for ages 2-4

Wiggle Words Time for ages 2-4This weekly drop-in story time is for kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers. Join us as we share music, movement, and really FUN books for the younger kids in this program.…Learn More

Tuesday, October 155:30—6:30 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

CANCELED - Girl Scouts of Eastern Mass

You're invited to try Girl Scouts with us! Caregivers and their school-aged children are encouraged to attend this free event to learn about Girl Scouting in their community. This Try Girl Scouts event includes a hands-on activity for kids, an overview of our programs for caregivers, and an opportunity to meet other families who are interested in participating in a local Girl Scout troop.…Learn More

Tuesday, October 156:00—7:00 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Girl Scouts of Eastern Mass

Caregivers and their school-aged children are encouraged to attend this free event to learn about Girl Scouting in their community. This Try Girl Scouts event includes a hands-on activity for kids, an overview of our programs for caregivers, and an opportunity to meet other families who are interested in participating in a local Girl Scout troop.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 169:00—11:30 AMVirtual

VIRTUAL: JOB SEARCH HELP FOR 50 & OVER -- Thinking Outside the Box

VIRTUAL: JOB SEARCH HELP FOR 50 & OVER -- Thinking Outside the BoxThe Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking! Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 1610:30—11:15 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
OutsideJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Mother Goose

Mother GooseMother Goose is an interactive story time for children ages 0 and up with their caregivers. We include books, songs, a field trip, fun movements, and of course, dancing! Hang out for a few minutes afterwards and make some new friends, or migrate up to the children's room for more play.
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Thursday, October 1710:30—11:00 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Book Bunch Story Time for ages 2-4

Book Bunch Story Time for ages 2-4This weekly drop-in story time is for kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers. Join us as we share music, movement, and really FUN books for the younger kids in this program.

Thursday, October 175:30—7:45 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Silk Painting Program

Silk Painting ProgramDo you want to explore your creative side? Do you want to experiment with colors without fear of making a mistake? Come join us in this easy, magical, and relaxing adventure into the world of freedom and creativity, after which you will get a masterpiece created by your own hands led by Lidia Mikhaylova of Simple Art Forms.…Learn More
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Sunday, October 20Closed

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Tuesday, October 2210:30—11:00 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Wiggle Words Time for ages 2-4

Wiggle Words Time for ages 2-4This weekly drop-in story time is for kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers. Join us as we share music, movement, and really FUN books for the younger kids in this program.…Learn More

Tuesday, October 224:00—5:00 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Mandala Drawing

circle mandalaJoin us to learn how to draw a mandala! For grades 6-12.  All materials will be provided. Registration is required.

Tuesday, October 225:45—7:45 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Nashoba Players Rehearsal

The Nashoba Players are currently in rehearsals for their fall production. Rehearsals are normally held at the Parish Center for the Arts. The PCA is not available to us on the evening of Tuesday, October 22, 2024. We would appreciate being able to rehearse at the library that evening.
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Wednesday, October 2310:30—11:15 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
OutsideJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Mother Goose

Mother GooseMother Goose is an interactive story time for children ages 0 and up with their caregivers. We include books, songs, a field trip, fun movements, and of course, dancing! Hang out for a few minutes afterwards and make some new friends, or migrate up to the children's room for more play.
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Thursday, October 2410:30—11:00 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Book Bunch Story Time for ages 2-4

Book Bunch Story Time for ages 2-4This weekly drop-in story time is for kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers. Join us as we share music, movement, and really FUN books for the younger kids in this program.
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Sunday, October 27Closed

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Monday, October 282:00—3:00 PMMary Atwood J. 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. in the Mary Atwood Room. Copies of the current selection are available at Main Desk, or through curbside service on demand. New members are always…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 2910:30—11:00 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Wiggle Words Time for ages 2-4

Wiggle Words Time for ages 2-4This weekly drop-in story time is for kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers. Join us as we share music, movement, and really FUN books for the younger kids in this program.…Learn More

Tuesday, October 295:00—7:30 PMChildren's RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
OutsideJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

OUTDOOR Spooky Walk

WEATHER PERMITTING! Come to the Children's Room and get an answer sheet, a pencil, and a flashlight.  Then, you will head out the back door to the first riddle to be solved! This spooky riddle walk will take you from the back parking lot, to the front of the building, and back into the children's department.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 3010:30—11:15 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886
OutsideJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

Mother Goose

Mother GooseMother Goose is an interactive story time for children ages 0 and up with their caregivers. We include books, songs, a field trip, fun movements, and of course, dancing! Hang out for a few minutes afterwards and make some new friends, or migrate up to the children's room for more play.

Wednesday, October 306:30—7:45 PMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

CANCELED - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee: The Italian Americans - video and discussion

In honor of Italian American Heritage month, the DEI committee will host an event open to the public with a documentary video describing the racism Italian Americans faced in the 20th century. There will be time for open discussion and sharing of family immigration stories.
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Thursday, October 3110:30—11:00 AMMeeting RoomJ. V. Fletcher Library50 Main St., Westford, MA, 01886

CANCELED - Book Bunch Story Time for ages 2-4

CANCELED - Book Bunch Story Time for ages 2-4CANCELED     This weekly drop-in story time is for kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers. Join us as we share music, movement, and really FUN books for the younger kids in this program.