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Monday, January 1Library Closed
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Tuesday, January 210:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Super Awesome Fun Time
Join us for an energetic array of movement, music, songs, stories, sensory activities, crafts, and fun for all involved! Open to all ages. Space in the Community Room is limited. Please pick up tickets at the Children’s Room desk starting at 10:00am.3
Wednesday, January 310:00 AM—12:00 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Powisset Garden Club Monthly Meeting
Powisset Garden Club Monthly Meeting…Learn More4
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Friday, January 510:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Super Awesome Fun Time
Join us for an energetic array of movement, music, songs, stories, sensory activities, crafts, and fun for all involved! Open to all ages. Space in the Community Room is limited. Please pick up tickets at the Children’s Room desk starting at 10:00am.Friday, January 51:00—3:00 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
COA: Mah Jongg
Come play this challenging and fun Chinese tile game.
This event organized by the Dover Council on Aging.
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Saturday, January 61:00—2:30 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Become a Soup Master
What's better than a simmering pot of soup on a cold day? Forget the sodium-filled canned stuff and come learn how to make it yourself using fresh and healthy ingredients. We will show you how our extremely popular low sodium chicken stock is made. Get recipes for Italian White Bean and Spinach Soup, Red Lentil Vegetable Soup, Seafood Stew, and more! We will also review helpful products, tips, and shortcuts.…Learn More7
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Monday, January 83:30—4:30 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
After School Stories & Crafts
Kids are invited to join us on Monday afternoons in January for several fun stories and related crafts.Monday, January 84:00—6:00 PMLiving RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens Monday Group
This winter season, join Tobi, the Teen Librarian as we learn to play the most popular roleplaying game in the world Dungeons and Dragons!For this winter season, we will be running a full campaign adventure but dont worry if you cant make every session, just let Tobi know ahead of time and we will get his or her character up to speed on the adventure.…Learn More9
Tuesday, January 98:30—9:30 AMLiving RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Board of Library Trustees
The Board of Library Trustees meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 8:30am. The Board’s agenda allows for ten minutes of public comments at the beginning of each meeting. Members of the Board will neither comment nor respond, other than to ask questions of clarification.…Learn More
Tuesday, January 910:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Super Awesome Fun Time
Join us for an energetic array of movement, music, songs, stories, sensory activities, crafts, and fun for all involved! Open to all ages. Space in the Community Room is limited. Please pick up tickets at the Children’s Room desk starting at 10:00am.Tuesday, January 92:00—3:00 PMLiving RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Page Turners Book Club
The library moderates this book discussion group in conjunction with the Council on Aging. Meetings are typically the second Tuesday of the month at 2:00 pm, to discuss selected fiction and nonfiction titles. No registration is required.
This month’s selection is.…Learn More
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Wednesday, January 102:00—3:00 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Winter STEM
Calling all adventurers, ages 5 and up! Immerse yourself in the wonders of winter with hands-on STEM fun! Activities include waterproofing boots, snowmen and ice cube melting exzperiments, and marchmallow castle building! This event will be presented by the Walpole Coordinated Family & Community Engagement Program.Wednesday, January 105:00—7:00 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Code Your Own Robot Workshop for Teens
Code Your Own Robot WorkshopJanuary 10th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm in the Community Room. In this workshop, students will get an opportunity to not just build a robot, but they’ll get to build code to bring it to life! Using RoboThink’s own proprietary hardware and software, students can pick from a variety of simple robots and machines that they can then build and code! No experience necessary, just prepare to be amazed!Registration Required Questions? Contact Tobi at tbentley@doverma.…Learn More11
Thursday, January 113:30—5:30 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Lets Play Magic: The Gathering Pack Wars!
Play the world's most popular trading card game at the library! Play the game with your friends!Don't have a deck? Want to learn? We've got you covered! As we will be playing Pack Wars!, were everyone gets a pack of cards and builds a deck around what they open.…Learn More12
Friday, January 1210:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Super Awesome Fun Time
Join us for an energetic array of movement, music, songs, stories, sensory activities, crafts, and fun for all involved! Open to all ages. Space in the Community Room is limited. Please pick up tickets at the Children’s Room desk starting at 10:00am.Friday, January 121:00—3:00 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
COA: Mah Jongg
Come play this challenging and fun Chinese tile game.
This event organized by the Dover Council on Aging.
Friday, January 124:00—5:45 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens Friday Group
This winter season, join Tobi, the Teen Librarian as we learn to play the most popular roleplaying game in the world Dungeons and Dragons!For this winter season, we will be running a full campaign adventure but dont worry if you cant make every session, just let Tobi know ahead of time and we will get his or her character up to speed on the adventure.…Learn More13
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Monday, January 15Library Closed
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Tuesday, January 1610:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Super Awesome Fun Time
Join us for an energetic array of movement, music, songs, stories, sensory activities, crafts, and fun for all involved! Open to all ages. Space in the Community Room is limited. Please pick up tickets at the Children’s Room desk starting at 10:00am.Tuesday, January 166:00—7:30 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
"Wolf Moon" Adult Painting Workshop
Please join us for this Adult Painting Workshop just in time for the full moon in January, known as the "Wolf Moon".17
Wednesday, January 1710:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
COA Talk with the Town: DS Schools Superintendent
The COA hosts Dover-Sherborn Public Schools Superintendent Elizabeth McCoy to share an update on the district’s strategic plan, including community engagement. Register here
Wednesday, January 173:30—5:00 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Teen Anime Club Feat: Your Name
Welcome to the first ever Teen Anime Club at the Dover Town Library! This month we are viewing the movie "Your Name" by Makoto Shinkai. We will have Japanese snacks and soda provided for you as well! No registration required either! Just show up, eat some snacks and enjoy a great movie! "Your Name" is rated PG Questions? Contact Tobi at tbentley@doverma.…Learn More18
Thursday, January 183:30—4:30 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Cozy Winter Crafts for Kids
Kids of all ages are invited to create several seasonally inspired crafts. Drop in anytime between 3:30 and 4:30pm and we’ll have the supplies ready to go.…Learn More19
Friday, January 1910:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Super Awesome Fun Time
Join us for an energetic array of movement, music, songs, stories, sensory activities, crafts, and fun for all involved! Open to all ages. Space in the Community Room is limited. Please pick up tickets at the Children’s Room desk starting at 10:00am.Friday, January 191:00—3:00 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
COA: Mah Jongg
Come play this challenging and fun Chinese tile game.
This event organized by the Dover Council on Aging.
Friday, January 194:00—5:45 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens Friday Group
This winter season, join Tobi, the Teen Librarian as we learn to play the most popular roleplaying game in the world Dungeons and Dragons!For this winter season, we will be running a full campaign adventure but dont worry if you cant make every session, just let Tobi know ahead of time and we will get his or her character up to speed on the adventure.…Learn More20
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Monday, January 223:30—4:30 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
After School Stories & Crafts
Kids are invited to join us on Monday afternoons in January for several fun stories and related crafts.
Monday, January 226:30—7:30 PMLiving RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Teen Advisory Board
Join us for our Teen Advisory Board meeting. Earn community service hours! Eat pizza and salad! Discuss library programs and materials with the YA Librarian Tobi Bentley. Tell us what today's students want from their local public library and how best we can serve you.…Learn More23
Tuesday, January 2310:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Super Awesome Fun Time
Join us for an energetic array of movement, music, songs, stories, sensory activities, crafts, and fun for all involved! Open to all ages. Space in the Community Room is limited. Please pick up tickets at the Children’s Room desk starting at 10:00am.24
Wednesday, January 2410:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
COA: Planning for Medicare with Susan Flanagan
Planning for MedicareWednesday, January 24 at 10:30amSusan Flanagan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of MassachusettsAre you turning 65 or thinking about retirement soon? Join us for a free seminar to help you navigate the complexities of Medicare and answer questions about plans and benefits.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 254:00—5:00 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Let's Play the Pokemon Trading Card Game: Winter Edition
Pokemon Card League at the Dover Town LibraryJoin us in playing the Pokemon Trading Card Game, use your decks to play against each other in a casual setting while getting free cards just for showing up!Want to learn how to play? Tobi will show you the basics and you'll receive some free cards to take home and get started on your Pokemon adventure! We do not allow trading at these events.…Learn More26
Friday, January 2610:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Super Awesome Fun Time
Join us for an energetic array of movement, music, songs, stories, sensory activities, crafts, and fun for all involved! Open to all ages. Space in the Community Room is limited. Please pick up tickets at the Children’s Room desk starting at 10:00am.Friday, January 261:00—3:00 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
COA: Mah Jongg
Come play this challenging and fun Chinese tile game.
This event organized by the Dover Council on Aging.
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Saturday, January 2711:00 AM—12:30 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Metalsmith Bookmark Workshop for Teens
Metalsmith Bookmark workshop for Teens with Heather Beck Designs January 27th from 11:00-12:30pm in the Community RoomLearn the basics of metalsmithing with this workshop for teens, no prior experience necessary as you get to make your own bookmark made of metal.…Learn MoreSaturday, January 271:30—3:00 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Metalsmith Bookmark Workshop for Adults
In this workshop, adults can learn metalsmithing skills to design copper bookmarks with Heather Beck Designs.28
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Monday, January 293:30—4:30 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
After School Stories & Crafts
Kids are invited to join us on Monday afternoons in January for several fun stories and related crafts.
Monday, January 294:00—6:00 PMLiving RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens Monday Group
This winter season, join Tobi, the Teen Librarian as we learn to play the most popular roleplaying game in the world Dungeons and Dragons!For this winter season, we will be running a full campaign adventure but dont worry if you cant make every session, just let Tobi know ahead of time and we will get his or her character up to speed on the adventure.…Learn More30
Tuesday, January 3010:30—11:30 AMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Super Awesome Fun Time
Join us for an energetic array of movement, music, songs, stories, sensory activities, crafts, and fun for all involved! Open to all ages. Space in the Community Room is limited. Please pick up tickets at the Children’s Room desk starting at 10:00am.Tuesday, January 303:00—5:00 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Friends of the Dover Library Tile Project
The Friends of the Dover Library are happy to announce the return of their popular Tile Painting FUNdraiser!Due to space in the library, this is likely the last opportunity to make a permanent impact through this tile project. The tiles will not only add beauty to our beloved Library, but they present a unique way to celebrate our community.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 307:00—8:15 PMZoom
CNN's Tom Foreman Discusses "My Year of Running Dangerously"
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Register via the link below. **
CNN correspondent and veteran journalist Tom Foreman will discuss his book, My Year of Running Dangerously: A Dad, a Daughter, and a Ridiculous Plan, in conversation with author Dale Phillips, who facilitates the Tewksbury Library's Writers Group.…Learn More
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Wednesday, January 313:00—5:00 PMCommunity RoomDover Town Library56 Dedham St., Dover, MA, 02030
Friends of the Dover Library Tile Project
The Friends of the Dover Library are happy to announce the return of their popular Tile Painting FUNdraiser!Due to space in the library, this is likely the last opportunity to make a permanent impact through this tile project. The tiles will not only add beauty to our beloved Library, but they present a unique way to celebrate our community.…Learn More