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July 2020
Writing Workshop for Kids
The Concord Free Public Library will host a writing workshop for kids with local author, Rajani LaRocca on Tuesday, July 14 at 10 a.m. LaRocca will discuss how Concord inspired the setting of her book Midsummer's Mayhem. She will help kids understand how they can use language and a sense of place to write about their own personal experience Chronicling Concord Through COVID-19. Kids can submit their essays and poems to be archived by the Concord Free Public Library. The…
Find out more »Cooking Workshops for Teens & Tweens
The Concord Free Public Library will host weekly cooking workshops for kids age 12 and up, every Tuesday in July at 4 pm. Wellness coach Julie Manning will lead students in a microwave cooking class and teach them to make meals in a mug. The virtual cooking program will be held on Zoom. Kids may register for any or all workshops! July 1- pizza: https://bit.ly/3dWyT3F July 8 - chocolate chip cookie: https://bit.ly/2YnvGna July 15 - chocolate cake: https://bit.ly/3fjCRn5 July 22…
Find out more »“Go Out Doors” Art Exhibit on the West Concord Bike Path
Explore the new art work on the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail! A project of The Umbrella Arts Center program, "Go Out Doors" features fourteen doors painted by seven regional artists that "explore a world you might find if you open your front door and adventure outside," says Nancy Lippe, director of The Umbrella Arts & Environment program. A variety of door images celebrate nature, our senses and outdoor activity. The majority of doors are sited between the Commonwealth Avenue entrance…
Find out more »Family Sing-a-long at Concord Free Public Library
The Concord Free Public Library will host a Family Singalong with Ed Morgan, “The Music Man” on Friday July 17 from 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Learn fun ways to connect with your family through music. This family-friendly performance will have everyone up and moving, dancing and singing. This interactive concert will take place over Zoom. Register in advance to receive the Zoom link: https://bit.ly/2MmWVbL. This concert is part of the Summer Learning Program. For more information about the Summer…
Find out more »Hamilton Trivia Night for Families
– The Concord Free Public Library is offering a family-friendly trivia night, Thursday, July 23 from 7:00 PM -8:30 PM. Based on the very popular Broadway musical, Hamilton , and in conjunction with its televised release to the public, join us for a night of fun and the chance to win one of three gift cards to local Concord businesses. Children’s Library Assistant Cary Stough and Library Page Emily Aldous will host this eminently danceable competition to see which Concord…
Find out more »August 2020
Paperclay Dragonfly Workshop
The Concord Free Public Library will host a free Paperclay Dragonfly Workshop on Wednesday, August 5 from 2 pm - 3:30 pm. Artist Besti Madrioli will teach kids how to sand, paint and glaze their forms to make their own beautiful dragonflies! The workshop will be held via Zoom. Each student will receive a clay-form and pre-packaged kit with their own brushes and paints before the workshop. The workshop is for ages 10+. This event is generously sponsored by The…
Find out more »Science Tellers Alien Adventure Game
The Concord Free Public Library is hosting an Alien Adventure Game Show which combines science, stories and lots of fun on Thursday August 13 at 3 pm. The event will be performed LIVE through Zoom for kids grade K - 3. Get swept away in a zany, out-of-this world adventure. Along the way learn all about chemical reactions, air pressure and more! The performer will answer questions, conduct polls/quizzes, and even teach a science experiment you can do at home.…
Find out more »Family Sing-a-long at Concord Free Public Library
The Concord Free Public Library will host a Family Singalong with Ed Morgan, “The Music Man” on Friday August 21 from 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Learn fun ways to connect with your family through music. This family-friendly performance will have everyone up and moving, dancing and singing. This interactive concert will take place over Zoom. Register in advance to receive the Zoom link: https://bit.ly/36V7qwl. This concert is part of the Summer Learning Program. For more information about the Summer…
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