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Sunday, October 1Library Closed
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Monday, October 29:30—10:15 AMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Toddler Storytime
This lively librarian led weekly storytime is for 13-months to 2 year old children and their caregivers. We'll read stories, sing songs, and move around! This program encourages early literacy and social interaction through listening, movement and singing.…Learn MoreMonday, October 211:00—11:45 AMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Baby Storytime
Join us in promoting language and motor skills in this weekly librarian led storytime that is best for babies who are under one year old and their caregivers. Come prepared to sit on the floor and play with your baby! No registration required.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 310:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Preschool Storytime
This fast paced librarian led storytime is for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers. This program encourages early literacy and social interaction through imagination, repetition, movement and socialization. No registration required.
Tuesday, October 36:00—7:30 PMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Nonfiction Book Group
Nonfiction enthusiasts are welcome to join us in-person on the first Tuesday of every month from 6:00 - 7:30 p. m. in the Library Plaza Program Room for a lively book discussion. Copies of each month's selection are available to borrow at the Check Out Desk on the day of the previous book club.…Learn More4
Wednesday, October 410:00—11:00 AMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Lego for Littles
Stop by the Children's Program Room for a special Lego Club for our younger friends under 4 years old and their caregivers. We will have Duplos and other building toys appropriate for this age group available. This is not a librarian led program, adult supervision is required at all times.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 41:00—3:00 PMThe Teen ZoneVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Early Release Day: Banned Books Trivia and Activities!
October 1-7 is Banned Books Week! On the first early release day of October, come by The Teen Zone to celebrate your freedom to read with coloring pages, banned books themed trivia, activity sheets, and more!
Wednesday, October 45:00—7:00 PMAdelaide Phillips Conference RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Red D&D Campaign
Our RED campaign continues! All of our campaigns are DM'd by our fabulous and experienced Teen Volunteers. This campaign is FULL, but keep an eye out for future roleplaying opportunities!
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Friday, October 6All DayChildren's RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Take + Make Crafts
Stop by the Children's Room for a fun craft to take home! While supplies last. 7
Saturday, October 710:00—11:00 AMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Tricks and Treats with Robert Rivest
In this fun, interactive program, Comic Mime Robert Rivest will take us through a series of spooky yet silly Halloween stories. We will also learn how to do some mime tricks and treat our friends to funny mime illusions and hilarious Halloween characters.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 72:00—3:30 PMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Concert with Ken Lelen
To celebrate the upcoming eclipse, join us for a special concert, The Moon, the Stars and You, with songs to summon the moon and stars with classic love songs like Blue Moon, Fly Me To The Moon, As Time Goes By, It’s Only A Paper Moon, Moonglow, Moon River, Stars Fell On Alabama, Beyond The Sea, Old Cape Cod and Stardust.…Learn More8
Sunday, October 8Library Closed
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Monday, October 9Library Closed
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Tuesday, October 104:00—4:30 PMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Eclipse Art
Join us for a story and a simple art project that will explain a little about the upcoming eclipse. Make your very own sun to to take home with you. This program will run two times, once in the afternoon with Miss Jen 10/10 at 4 PM and once in the morning with Miss Wendy 10/11 at 11 AM.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 105:00—6:30 PMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Space Trivia!
Put your space knowledge to the test at this pub style trivia event! Space-themed movies, songs, and pure science facts will be included!
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Wednesday, October 1111:00—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Eclipse Art
Join us for a story and a simple art project that will explain a little about the upcoming eclipse. Make your very own sun to to take home with you. This program will run two times, once in the afternoon with Miss Jen 10/10 at 4 PM and once in the morning with Miss Wendy 10/11 at 11 AM.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 115:00—7:00 PMAdelaide Phillips Conference RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Red D&D Campaign
Our RED campaign continues! All of our campaigns are DM'd by our fabulous and experienced Teen Volunteers. This campaign is FULL, but keep an eye out for future roleplaying opportunities!
Wednesday, October 116:00—8:00 PMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Marshfield RPG Meetup
The South Shore RPG Meetup Group hosts bi-monthly meetups for all interested in playing tabletop role playing games—mostly Dungeons & Dragons. Rather than long campaigns however, the meetup group offers flexible one-shot opportunities to make gaming accessible whether you’re new to RPGs or just super busy in an inclusive and supportive community of game lovers.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 116:00—7:00 PMThe Teen ZoneVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Origami Stars!
Continue celebrating Eclipse Week with us by making origami stars! We will have staff on hand to help you create your own mini galaxy!
Wednesday, October 117:00—8:00 PMHistorical RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Contemporary Book Group
Contemporary Book Group Monthly Discussion12
Thursday, October 1210:00—11:00 AMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Veterans Spouse Meeting
Veterans Spouse Meeting
Thursday, October 1212:30—1:30 PMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Baby Hangout
Bring your 0 - 12 month old to the Children's Program Room to play with our baby toys and enjoy some socialization! This is not a librarian led program, adult supervision is required at all times. No registration required.…Learn More
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All ages. Weather permitting.15
Sunday, October 15Library Closed
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Monday, October 169:30—10:15 AMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Toddler Storytime
This lively librarian led weekly storytime is for 13-months to 2 year old children and their caregivers. We'll read stories, sing songs, and move around! This program encourages early literacy and social interaction through listening, movement and singing.…Learn MoreMonday, October 1611:00—11:45 AMChildren's RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Baby Storytime
Join us in promoting language and motor skills in this weekly librarian led storytime that is best for babies who are under one year old and their caregivers. Come prepared to sit on the floor and play with your baby! No registration required.Monday, October 164:00—5:00 PMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Lego Club
Come to the library to play with Legos! This casual event is best for supervised children over 3 years old. This is not a librarian lead program. Children under nine years old must be supervised at all times.17
Tuesday, October 179:30—10:15 AMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
The goal is simple - read 1000 books with your little one before they start school! We will read a few books, have books available to read on your own, and even do a quick project! No registration required.
Birth - 2 years old: 9:30 am -10:15 am
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Tuesday, October 1711:00—11:45 AMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
The goal is simple - read 1000 books with your little one before they start school! We will read a few books, have books available to read on your own, and even do a quick project! No registration required.
Birth - 2 years old: 9:30 am -10:15 am
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Tuesday, October 175:00—6:30 PMThe Teen ZoneVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Teen Board Game Night!
Are you a pro at Settlers of Catan? Does playing Uno for hours with your friends sound like the ideal night out on the town? Come to the Ventress Memorial Library for Teen Board Game Night! Choose a game from our collection and play the night away! If…Learn More
Tuesday, October 176:30—7:30 PMThe Teen ZoneVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
TVs! Meeting
The TVs! are the Teen Leaders of Ventress Memorial Library! Join us for our monthly meetings where we discuss programming, books to add to the collection, events, and more! Are you interested in volunteering? Stop by The Teen Zone to pick up a volunteer…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 1810:00—10:45 AMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Story + Craft
This drop in story and craft time is for our younger friends! We'll read a special story and create a simple related craft. This event is best for children ages 1-5 and their caregivers. No registration required. While supplies last.
Wednesday, October 185:00—7:00 PMAdelaide Phillips Conference RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Red D&D Campaign
Our RED campaign continues! All of our campaigns are DM'd by our fabulous and experienced Teen Volunteers. This campaign is FULL, but keep an eye out for future roleplaying opportunities!
Wednesday, October 186:30—7:30 PMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Haunted Log Workshop
Join us for a fun fall evening, and create your own creepy and colorful Halloween display. All supplies will be provided and light refreshments will be served. We ask that you bring a tray or a large box in which to safely transport your creation home.19
Thursday, October 1910:00—11:30 AMSouth Shore YMCA Natural Science Center
Fall Story Time Pop Up @ South Shore YMCA Natural Science Center
48 Jacobs Lane, Norwell, MA 02061
Ages 0-5, must be accompanied by adult
Free and open to the public; however pre-registration required!
In celebration of the fall season, please join the Ventress Memorial Library for a special outdoor story time at the South Shore YMCA Natural Science Center.…Learn More
Thursday, October 196:00—7:00 PMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Spooky Sewing
This special craft night is just for our older friends in grades 4-6. This hour long program will have us sewing pillows in spooky fabrics! Join us for some Halloween fun! This program is for children in grades 3-6 on their own. Children under 9 must have a grown up waiting in the library.20
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Saturday, October 2110:00 AM—4:00 PMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
South of Boston Board Game Meetup
Join a group of other board game enthusiasts as you play new and favorite games.22
Sunday, October 22Library Closed
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Monday, October 239:30—10:15 AMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Toddler Storytime
This lively librarian led weekly storytime is for 13-months to 2 year old children and their caregivers. We'll read stories, sing songs, and move around! This program encourages early literacy and social interaction through listening, movement and singing.…Learn MoreMonday, October 2311:00—11:45 AMChildren's RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Baby Storytime
Join us in promoting language and motor skills in this weekly librarian led storytime that is best for babies who are under one year old and their caregivers. Come prepared to sit on the floor and play with your baby! No registration required.Monday, October 236:00—8:00 PMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Marshfield RPG Meetup
The South Shore RPG Meetup Group hosts bi-monthly meetups for all interested in playing tabletop role playing games—mostly Dungeons & Dragons. Rather than long campaigns however, the meetup group offers flexible one-shot opportunities to make gaming accessible whether you’re new to RPGs or just super busy in an inclusive and supportive community of game lovers.…Learn More24
Tuesday, October 246:00—7:00 PMAdelaide Phillips Conference RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Un-Book Group
Are you looking to connect with other readers but don't always like the selected titles? Want to join a book group but don't always have the time to read the whole book? Want to try and read outside your comfort zone? Join Ventress Library's Un-Book Group. Tuesday, October 246:00—7:00 PMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Spooky Craft
Join us for a spooky themed craft! This older kid event is for children in grades 4-6 on their own. Children under 9 must have a grown up waiting in the library.25
Wednesday, October 2510:00—10:45 AMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Drop in Halloween Art for Littles
Drop by the Children's Program room to make some simple Halloween art! This program is best for children ages 2 - 5 and their caregivers. No registration required.
Wednesday, October 251:30—4:00 PMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Early Release Day: Spooky Movie!
Get into the spooky spirit with The Teen Zone as we watch Halloweentown! Popcorn and candy will be provided :)
Wednesday, October 255:00—7:00 PMAdelaide Phillips Conference RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Red D&D Campaign
Our RED campaign continues! All of our campaigns are DM'd by our fabulous and experienced Teen Volunteers. This campaign is FULL, but keep an eye out for future roleplaying opportunities!
Wednesday, October 256:30—7:30 PMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
The Art of Mourning Lecture
We invite you to enjoy this spooky lecture from Old Colony History Museum. Explore Marshfield burying grounds through the graves of residents past. Learn about the evolution of burial and mourning practices, art and iconography, the artists who carved them, and the fascinating tales of some of Old Colony's most storied stones.Wednesday, October 256:30—9:00 PMHaddad's Ocean Cafe293 Ocean Street, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Fundraiser: Trivia Night with Friends
Join the Friends of the Ventress Memorial Library for a special fundraiser: Annual Trivia Night with the Friends! The fundraiser will take place at Haddad's Ocean Café on Wednesday, October 25 at 6:30 p. m. Players will enjoy a rousing evening of trivia and music, a light dinner with decadent desserts and a cash bar, and opportunities to win deluxe gift baskets and cash prizes!
Get your tickets today and invite your friends! Tickets are $25 per person ($20 for members of the Friends), and include a complimentary casual buffet dinner with sumptuous desserts and a cash bar.…Learn More26
Thursday, October 266:00—7:00 PMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Read to Rocko
Stop by from 6 pm - 7 pm as we welcome Rocko and his owner Kim! This program allows each child to have a one on one session with Rocko. Children can pick a favorite book from home or the children's room. Spots are filled on a first come first served basis.
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Friday, October 276:00—10:00 PMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Halloween Lock-In!
Once the Library has closed, and all the adults have tucked in for the night, come to the library to ring in spooky season at our second annual Teen Halloween Lock-In! Pizza, temporary tattoos, flashlight tag, movies, and more await! REGISTRATION REQUIRED.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 2812:00—4:00 PMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Halloween Celebration
Stop by the Library Plaza Program Room between 12 and 4 PM to have some spooky fun! There will be music, treats, and fun! Wear your costumes and come to hang out or just stop by on your way to all of the other Trick or Treat Marshfield fun! Treats and other goodies will be first come first served, while supplies last.…Learn More29
Sunday, October 29Library Closed
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Monday, October 309:30—10:15 AMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Toddler Storytime
This lively librarian led weekly storytime is for 13-months to 2 year old children and their caregivers. We'll read stories, sing songs, and move around! This program encourages early literacy and social interaction through listening, movement and singing.…Learn MoreMonday, October 3011:00—11:45 AMChildren's RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Baby Storytime
Join us in promoting language and motor skills in this weekly librarian led storytime that is best for babies who are under one year old and their caregivers. Come prepared to sit on the floor and play with your baby! No registration required.31
Tuesday, October 3110:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Preschool Storytime
This fast paced librarian led storytime is for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers. This program encourages early literacy and social interaction through imagination, repetition, movement and socialization. No registration required.