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Sunday, December 1Library Closed
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Monday, December 211:00 AM—12:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
CANCELED - YMCA Project ABC Play Group
Join us as we explore a new theme each week based on one of our favorite books! We have STEAM, ELA, and SEL activities, and a circle time with songs and stories. We will play learn, and grow together!Monday, December 211:00 AM—12:30 PMConference RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Morning Book Club
The Library Book Club meets the first Monday of each month at 11:00am for approximately one hour except for Monday holidays. Read the selected book and attend the discussion to share your thoughts or sit and listen. A no-pressure environment, attend as many or as few sessions as you like.…Learn MoreMonday, December 27:00—8:00 PMZoom
Holiday Romance Book Recs
With the holidays right around the corner, take a minute (or an hour) to relax and find some good holiday romance reads! John Charles, an author and book reviewer in Booklist and Library Journal will give us his "best of" list of 2024 that will have…Learn More3
Tuesday, December 310:30—11:45 AMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Music & Movement with Deb Hudgins
Nothing gets kids on their feet and having fun quite like songs, dance and silly stories. I've been conducting children's programs that get kids up and moving since 1991. Deb's Sing and Swing Pre-K Music and Movement Programs focus on participation in songs, stories and dance, lots of props and rhythm instruments that kids can play, and just an all-around good time for everyone. Tuesday, December 33:00—4:00 PMMeeting RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Tutoring
Tuesday, December 34:30—7:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Tinker Time
Stop by the library and play with stem-based toys and activities! Recommended for ages 3+. 4
Wednesday, December 410:15—11:00 AMChildren's RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Story Time with Fire Chief Cassidy
Join us in welcoming Fire Chief Cassidy in a fire-themed story time! Ages 0+Wednesday, December 42:15—3:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Girl Scouts
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Wednesday, December 43:30—7:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Things That Go! Drop In Play
Stop by and play the library's collection of Things That Go! This program is perfect for any little who loves cars and trucks. Ages 2+5
Thursday, December 510:00 AM—12:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Sensory Drop In Play
Visit the library for open-ended exploration of sensory-based toys and materials! Ages 0+Thursday, December 52:00—4:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
CANCELED - LEGO Builders
Visit the library and put your LEGO skills to the test, then display your creation in the Children's Room for the week! All materials are provided by the library. Ages 3+
Thursday, December 52:45—4:45 PMConference RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Dungeons and Dragons: Tweens & Teens Campaign
This party is always accepting new members. Join in and fight alongside your friends with the Tweens & Teens campaign! Self-run and open to adventurers ages 11-18. Thursday, December 53:00—4:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Celebrating Holliston's 300th-Stitching Together Memories, Images, and History
Holliston's 300th anniversary year is coming to a close and the Holliston Public Library is holding a community wide book discussion of Celebrating Holliston's 300th-Stitching Together Memories, Images, and History. By bringing citizens together to talk about Holliston's history, we hope to foster connections and dialogue.…Learn More6
Friday, December 610:00 AM—12:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Drop In Play Group
Stop in for a quick visit, or stay and play with a selection of the library's toys! Appropriate for all patrons big and small. Friday, December 62:00—4:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
CANCELED - Nintendo Switch Open Play
Stop by the library and play a variety of games on the Nintendo Switch! All materials are provided by the library. Ages 5+Friday, December 63:00—4:00 PMConference RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Dungeons and Dragons: Kids Campaign
Join this thrilling Dungeons and Dragons campaign! The party is always accepting new members and is self-run. Grades 3-6. Friday, December 63:30—4:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Holiday Card Making and Story Time
Join HHS student Sophie for a holiday story time and card making! Open to all ages.…Learn More7
Saturday, December 710:30 AM—12:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Ornament Workshop (Hosted by Holliston's Garden Club)
Join Holliston's Garden Club for a festive ornament decorating workshop at the library! This event is open for children ages 5-12. Caregivers for children ages 9 and under must stay at the library for the duration of the event. 8
Sunday, December 8Library Closed
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Monday, December 911:00 AM—12:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
YMCA Project ABC Play Group
Join us as we explore a new theme each week based on one of our favorite books! We have STEAM, ELA, and SEL activities, and a circle time with songs and stories. We will play learn, and grow together!Monday, December 97:00—8:00 PMZoom
Cat People to Judge in Art and Life
It's a discussion about cats and their people! We can't wait to chat with bestselling author Nicole Tersigni about her most recent book, Cat People To Judge In Art And Life - we were intrigued right from the cover! Against the backdrop of fine art, Nicole delves into the minds of our feline companions and the people who serve them.…Learn More10
Tuesday, December 1010:00 AM—12:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Drop In Play Group
Stop in for a quick visit, or stay and play with a selection of the library's toys! Appropriate for all patrons big and small. Tuesday, December 103:00—6:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
One Up Games for Tweens and Teens
We welcome our friends at One Up Games for video games and virtual reality glasses fun in the Gilman Room! For gamers 5th grade and up. Please register here for your spot.
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Wednesday, December 1110:15—11:00 AMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Miss Jackie and Friends Story Time
Join Miss Jackie from Holliston Youth and Family Services in making special connections with children and their caregivers! Story times focus on fostering social-emotional skills, fostering communication, and engaging learning opportunities at the library through songs and stories. Ages 0+Wednesday, December 112:00—7:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Things That Go! Drop In Play
Stop by and play the library's collection of Things That Go! This program is perfect for any little who loves cars and trucks. Ages 2+12
Thursday, December 1210:00 AM—12:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Sensory Drop In Play
Visit the library for open-ended exploration of sensory-based toys and materials! Ages 0+Thursday, December 122:45—4:45 PMConference RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Dungeons and Dragons: Tweens & Teens Campaign
This party is always accepting new members. Join in and fight alongside your friends with the Tweens & Teens campaign! Self-run and open to adventurers ages 11-18. Thursday, December 123:00—4:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Holiday Card Making and Story Time
Join HHS Students for card making and a holiday story time! Ages 4+
Thursday, December 127:00—8:00 PMZoom
Invisible Strings: 113 Poets Respond to the Songs of Taylor Swift
We're celebrating Taylor Swift's birthday (Dec 13th) a day early! Her words, put to music, sing to our souls. Today, we're chatting with author Kristie Frederick Daugherty about her book, "Invisible Strings: 113 Poets Respond to the Songs of Taylor Swift" - Swifties will experience the profundity and nuance of Swift’s lyrics through this anthology of brand-new poems inspired by Taylor Swift songs, while having fun matching the poems to songs from all of her eras—vault tracks included! For poetry lovers, this one-of-a-kind anthology is an unparalleled collection of new work from today’s most lauded and revered poets.13
Friday, December 1310:00 AM—12:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Drop In Play Group
Stop in for a quick visit, or stay and play with a selection of the library's toys! Appropriate for all patrons big and small. Friday, December 132:00—4:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
CANCELED - Nintendo Switch Open Play
Stop by the library and play a variety of games on the Nintendo Switch! All materials are provided by the library. Ages 5+Friday, December 132:00—4:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Taylor Swift Party!
It's Tay Tay's Birthday! We're throwing a party in the Gilman room - come make friendship bracelets, share birthday treats, and watch the Eras Tour Movie with your friends! Ages 10+Friday, December 133:00—4:00 PMConference RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Dungeons and Dragons: Kids Campaign
Join this thrilling Dungeons and Dragons campaign! The party is always accepting new members and is self-run. Grades 3-6. 14
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Sunday, December 15Library Closed
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Monday, December 1610:30 AM—12:00 PMConference RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Zoom
History Book Club
Join the History Book Club for the discussion on the book Bunker Hill: a City, a Siege, a Revolution by Nathanial Philbrick. New members always welcomed.
Monday, December 1611:00 AM—12:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
YMCA Project ABC Play Group
Join us as we explore a new theme each week based on one of our favorite books! We have STEAM, ELA, and SEL activities, and a circle time with songs and stories. We will play learn, and grow together!Monday, December 163:30—6:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
PTO spirit wear pickup
Spiritweat pickup
Monday, December 167:00—8:00 PMZoom
Looking Back at Favorites Romance Books in 2024 and What To Look Forward to in 2025
If you know romance, you probably know Lorelei from Lorelei's Lit Lair! Affectionately referred to as a passionate Romance Ambassador, Lorelei has been offering book recommendations, author spotlights, giveaways and connecting authors with readers through social media since 2010, providing a safe and friendly environment for book lovers around the globe.…Learn More17
Tuesday, December 1710:00 AM—12:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Drop In Play Group
Stop in for a quick visit, or stay and play with a selection of the library's toys! Appropriate for all patrons big and small. Tuesday, December 1712:30—2:00 PMConference RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Movie Tuesday
Come to the library the third Tuesday of every month and watch a new movie! This month's showing is The Miracle Club. There's just one dream for the women of Ballygar to taste freedom: to win a pilgrimage to the sacred French town of Lourdes. With a little benevolent interference from their local priest, a group of close friends get their ticket of a lifetime.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 172:00—4:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
PTO spirit wear pickup
We will be distributing spirit wear to Holliston community members that ordered them.…Learn More
Tuesday, December 172:30—4:00 PMConference RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Girl Scouts
Tuesday, December 174:30—7:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Tinker Time
Stop by the library and play with stem-based toys and activities! Recommended for ages 3+. 18
Wednesday, December 182:00—7:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
CANCELED - Things That Go! Drop In Play
Stop by and play the library's collection of Things That Go! This program is perfect for any little who loves cars and trucks. Ages 2+Wednesday, December 185:00—6:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Cub Scouts Pack 2
Cub scout meeting
Wednesday, December 186:30—8:00 PMMeeting RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Writing Group
The creative writing group gives local writers and poets a chance to share support, suggestions, and critique. An informal gathering of published and unpublished writers share incentive and inspiration to workshop and market our writing.
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Thursday, December 1910:30—11:30 AMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Snowy Nights & Bright Lights: a Family Holiday Celebration with John Porcino
Join us in welcoming storyteller and musician John Porcino as he spins a patchwork quilt of his most beloved tales and songs to warm up the chilly winter's day! This celebration is open to all ages and families! Thursday, December 192:00—4:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
LEGO Builders
Visit the library and put your LEGO skills to the test, then display your creation in the Children's Room for the week! All materials are provided by the library. Ages 3+Thursday, December 192:45—4:45 PMConference RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Dungeons and Dragons: Tweens & Teens Campaign
This party is always accepting new members. Join in and fight alongside your friends with the Tweens & Teens campaign! Self-run and open to adventurers ages 11-18. 20
Friday, December 2010:00 AM—12:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Drop In Play Group
Stop in for a quick visit, or stay and play with a selection of the library's toys! Appropriate for all patrons big and small. Friday, December 202:00—4:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Nintendo Switch Open Play
Stop by the library and play a variety of games on the Nintendo Switch! All materials are provided by the library. Ages 5+Friday, December 203:00—4:00 PMConference RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Dungeons and Dragons: Kids Campaign
Join this thrilling Dungeons and Dragons campaign! The party is always accepting new members and is self-run. Grades 3-6. 21
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Sunday, December 22Library Closed
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Monday, December 2311:00 AM—12:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
YMCA Project ABC Play Group
Join us as we explore a new theme each week based on one of our favorite books! We have STEAM, ELA, and SEL activities, and a circle time with songs and stories. We will play learn, and grow together!24
Tuesday, December 24Library Closed
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Wednesday, December 25Library Closed
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Thursday, December 2610:00 AM—12:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Sensory Drop In Play
Visit the library for open-ended exploration of sensory-based toys and materials! Ages 0+Thursday, December 262:45—4:45 PMConference RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Dungeons and Dragons: Tweens & Teens Campaign
This party is always accepting new members. Join in and fight alongside your friends with the Tweens & Teens campaign! Self-run and open to adventurers ages 11-18. 27
Friday, December 2710:00 AM—12:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Drop In Play Group
Stop in for a quick visit, or stay and play with a selection of the library's toys! Appropriate for all patrons big and small. Friday, December 272:00—4:30 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Nintendo Switch Open Play
Stop by the library and play a variety of games on the Nintendo Switch! All materials are provided by the library. Ages 5+Friday, December 273:00—4:00 PMConference RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Dungeons and Dragons: Kids Campaign
Join this thrilling Dungeons and Dragons campaign! The party is always accepting new members and is self-run. Grades 3-6. 28
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Sunday, December 29Library Closed
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Monday, December 3011:00 AM—12:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
YMCA Project ABC Play Group
Join us as we explore a new theme each week based on one of our favorite books! We have STEAM, ELA, and SEL activities, and a circle time with songs and stories. We will play learn, and grow together!Monday, December 302:00—3:00 PMGilman RoomHolliston Public Library752 Washington St, Holliston, MA, 01746
Yoga Story Time
Join Miss Regina for a mindful & movement-filled Yoga Story Time! Miss Regina is a newly-certified Yoga instructor and has loved bringing her creativity to the kids here at HPL. This program is appropriate for children ages 3 and up! 31