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Afternoon Program Sign-ups

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BML’s current programming session of story hours and afterschool clubs will be ending on Saturday, April 19th with our Family Story Hour. After this point, there will be a two week break for planning and April Vacation activities before the final spring session begins.

All sign-ups for our afterschool programs, including STEAM, Middle School, and Lego+ Club will be open from Tuesday, April 22nd until Saturday, April 26th. Parents or guardians should call or email the library to sign their children up during these days. We are unable to accept any names for future sessions after April 26th. We do not currently offer online sign-ups.

Our afterschool programs work using a lottery system rather than being first-come, first-serve: We prioritize any children on our waitlist from the previous session and then draw from all of our sign-ups received in the week, with remaining names being added to our next waitlist. We will contact all parents to let you know about your child’s status through the week of the 28th.

The coming spring session will be our final programming session before we reach Summer Reading.

STEAM Stations

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Tuesday, April 8th from 12:30 to 3:30pm

Want to have some family fun for National Library Week? Have some fun and explore different building activities themed around the story of the Three Little Pigs! Try making structures with building straws and more, and sew your own little pigs!

This activity is drop-in for all ages.

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Mr. Popper’s Penguins Book Club Party

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Saturday, March 22nd at 10am

Enjoy a classic kid’s book with your family! Mr. Popper’s Penguins has been a favorite for decades, and this book club party is the perfect chance to celebrate it. Pick up your copy of the book from the front desk through March, read it at home, then come in on the 22nd to talk about the characters, the penguins, and have some fun!

Sign-ups are required for the book club party. Please call, email, or visit the library to register.

Sourdough Baking Presentation

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Thursday, March 20th at 6pm

With a distinct flavor and incredible versatility, sourdough has become a rising star in the world of baking. Learn about its rich history and the many ways to use it at home with a demonstration by Adrienne Pasquale of Titus 2 Breads. Get a sample of your own dried starter and learn how to care for it, as well as how to use it in a simple bread.

Sign-ups are required for this program, and you may be added to our waitlist depending on patron response. Please call, email, or visit the library to register.

Baby Wrapping & Wearing

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Friday, March 14th at 10:30am

There are a variety of ways to wrap infants and carry them. Learn about some different styles of wrapping with Adrian Pasquale and trade tips and safety information with other parents to help find what can work best for you and your baby!

This program will be held after Friday’s story hour. No sign-ups are required.

Please note this is a parent-lead conversation, and not certified medical or safety advice.

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February Break Specials 2025

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February 22nd through February 28th

Got some free time from school? Make the most of your vacation with special events all week long at Blaisdell Memorial Library

Saturday – 2/22

  • Sew-a-Stuffie: 10am

Practice a new skill and make a friend to take home! Children can join Miss Julie in an easy sewing project that will let them create a huggable felt teddy bear of their very own. Suggested for ages 5 and up.

Tuesday – 2/25

  • STEAM Play Stations: 10am to noon

Get out of the cold and into a bonanza of special STEAM fun! Drop in between 10 am and noon to play and learn with lots of different activity stations. All ages are welcome, with special activities for littles and a sensory bin.

Wednesday – No Kid’s Programs

Thursday – 2/27

  • Lego for Littles: 10am to noon

Lego for Littles is a drop-in time for younger children to play and build alone or together with the library’s Lego collection. The only limits are your own imagination!

  • (Pre)Teen Gaming: 10am to noon

Have some fun in the YA area of the library when you drop by for multiplayer gaming fun great for middle schoolers and up!

Friday – 2/28

  • Dr. Seuss Birthday Storytime Extravaganza: 10am

Celebrate Dr. Seuss and all his wonderful, wild worlds and stories with a special storytime! We will be reading some of his books and enjoying Seuss-themed activities and birthday treats!

  • Family Friendly Library Scavenger Hunt: 10am

How well do you know your way around BML? Find out when you join the scavenger hunt! Pick up a card from the front desk, then try to connect four squares in a row by locating things throughout the library. Once you’re done, return your card to enter a special raffle!

BONUS FUN! Saturday – 3/1

  • Family Friendly Library Scavenger Hunt (Day 2): 10am

How well do you know your way around BML? Find out when you join the scavenger hunt! Pick up a card from the front desk, then try to connect four squares in a row by locating things throughout the library. Once you’re done, return your card to enter a special raffle!

No matter the age of your family or your interests, we’ve got all kinds of fun to enjoy! All activities are drop-in, so come on down and see what you can get up to this February Break!

Valentine’s Day Bookmarks & Cards (RESCHEDULED)

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Wednesday, February 19th – 3 pm

A Craft Together Special! Get ready for Valentine’s Day with a handmade gift and card for your loved one. Start by picking out a pattern to turn into a faux stained glass bookmark. Trace and color it, add a tassel, then decorate a greeting card that will hold it for a truly one-of-a-kind present!

This program is aimed at adults and teens but older children are welcome with adult supervision. Sign-ups are required and space may be limited so call, email, or visit in person to reserve your space.

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Teddy Bear Clinic

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Saturday, January 25th at 10am

Does your Teddy Bear or special stuffie have a boo-boo? Bring them to the Teddy Bear Clinic! This special story hour will have all your usual reading and fun, plus Ms. Julie and a helper will be there to stitch up torn and ripped stuffed animals and make them feel better!

This storytime is drop-in and open to all ages, as all our storytimes are!

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Library Holiday Closures

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Blaisdell Memorial Library will be having several closures over the next two weeks for the end-of-year holidays.

The library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24th and Wednesday, December 25th. We will reopen as per usual for the rest of the week, December 26th, 27th and 28th.

The library will also be closed on Tuesday, December 31st and Wednesday, January 1st. After this point, usual hours will resume.

Thank you for your understanding and have a happy holiday!

Polar Express Storytime

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Wednesday, December 18th at 6pm

Put on your warmest jammies and stay up late to take a trip to the North Pole! Get your ticket, fill your mug with hot chocolate, and enjoy a very special reading of the classic Christmas picture book, The Polar Express!

This popular program is sign-up only and space is limited, so contact the library today to reserve your spot!

Please note, in case of inclement weather, the Polar Express Storytime will be moved to the next day, December 19th at 6pm.