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Sunday, December 1Library Closed
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Wednesday, December 410:00—10:45 AMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Drop In Arts + Crafts
New this fall - we combined our popular Story + Craft and Drop In Art for Littles programming into an every other week Drop in Arts + Crafts! Children will create fun process art, or simple child led crafts alongside their caregivers. This event is best for children ages 18 months to PK, though younger and older siblings are always welcome.…Learn More5
Thursday, December 510:00—11:00 AMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Poppies - Veterans' Spouse Meeting
If you are a spouse or surviving spouse of a Veteran, you are welcome to join Veterans' Services of Marshfield on Thursdays for networking, coffee, and conversationThursday, December 510:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Free Feeding Support Group
Please join us for a free weekly feeding support group! This group is led by Katie Flaherty- Marshfield mom, nurse and lactation consultant! We support all families who are breastfeeding and/or bottle feeding (breastmilk or formula- we love it all)! An infant scale is provided for weighted feeds.…Learn More6
Friday, December 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.
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Sunday, December 8Library Closed
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Monday, December 94:30—5:15 PMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Lego Club
Come to the library to play with our LEGOS! This casual event is best for children over 3 years old. There will be regular sized LEGO and also DUPLO available. Children under nine years old must be supervised at all times by a caregiver that stays with them.…Learn More10
Tuesday, December 103:15—5:15 PMAdelaide Phillips Conference RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
South of Boston Knitting Guild
The South of Boston Knitting Guild meets the second Tuesday of every month from 3:15pm-5:15pm. If you knit or crochet or want help learning, come join us! All beginners and ecperience crafters are welcome, just bring your projects and…Learn MoreTuesday, December 104:00—4:45 PMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Wishlist Thank You Reception
The Children's Room has received so many fun new things courtesy of our patrons and The Friends of the Ventress Memorial Library and we want to show them off! Stop by the Children's Program Room to play with some of the new toys, thank the Friends, and learn about some of the fun stuff the library offers! Light refreshments will be available while supplies last.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 105:00—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!
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Wednesday, December 1110:00—10:45 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 children ages 1-5! We will have Duplos and other building toys appropriate for this age group available. Adult supervision is required at all times. …Learn MoreWednesday, December 116:30—9:30 PMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Marshfield RPG Meetup
The South Shore RPG Meetup Group hosts 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, December 117:00—8:00 PMHistorical RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Contemporary Book Group
The Contemporary Book Group reads a variety of contemporary fiction and nonfiction, and typically meets on the second Wednesday of the month from 7:00 - 8:00 p. m. in the Historical 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 More12
Thursday, December 1210:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Free Feeding Support Group
Please join us for a free weekly feeding support group! This group is led by Katie Flaherty- Marshfield mom, nurse and lactation consultant! We support all families who are breastfeeding and/or bottle feeding (breastmilk or formula- we love it all)! An infant scale is provided for weighted feeds.…Learn MoreThursday, December 126:30—7:30 PMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Author Talk with Jim Glinski
Join us for a special author talk with local historian Jim Glinski! Little did the many militiamen of Marshfield who responded to the call to arms in April 1775 realize the momentous historical event they were about to engage in. In his recent book, Tale of Two Towns: Scituate and Marshfield During the American Revolution 1763-1790, Glinski describes how 250 years ago the two towns responded to events of this important historical period.…Learn More13
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Saturday, December 14All DayJeanne Horan Art GalleryVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
"Summer's In Maine" Group Show Strike Show
"Summer's In Maine" Group Show Exhibit10/5/24 - 11/30/24…Learn More
Saturday, December 1410:00 AM—4:00 PMAdelaide Phillips Conference RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
South of Boston Board Game Meetup
The Ventress Memorial Library is excited to host the South of Boston Board Game Meetup on Saturday from 10:00 a. m. -4:00 p. m. The group began as an inclusive community of board gamers in the South Shore area and beyond. Their goal is to bring people together to share their love of board games in a welcoming and friendly environment.…Learn MoreSaturday, December 142:00—3:00 PMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Robert B. Kaplan Trust Concert: Klezamir
Join us for a special concert, sponsored by the Robert B. Kaplan Trust, with New England's dynamic roots rockin' klezmer band, Klezamir! Enjoy a wide range of traditional Jewish klezmer favorites. This concert is free and open to the public. For more information, visit klezamir.…Learn More15
Sunday, December 15Library Closed
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Monday, December 1610:30—11:15 AMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Winter Story + Craft
Join us for a special winter themed story and craft! This event is best for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. **the same story and craft will repeat on Wednesday, 12/1817
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Wednesday, December 1810:30—11:15 AMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Winter Story + Craft
Join us for a special winter themed story and craft! This event is best for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. **the same story and craft will repeat on Wednesday, 12/18Wednesday, December 183:00—3:45 PMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Winter Crafternoon
Join us for a special winter themed after school Crafternoon! We will be setting up the Children's Program Room with various craft supplies for school aged children in grades K-5. Children under nine must be supervised. Caregivers are expected to stay at this program with their children.Wednesday, December 186:30—7:30 PMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Nonfiction Book Group
Nonfiction enthusiasts are welcome to join us 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. New members are always w…Learn More
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Thursday, December 1910:00—11:00 AMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Poppies - Veterans' Spouse Meeting
If you are a spouse or surviving spouse of a Veteran, you are welcome to join Veterans' Services of Marshfield on Thursdays for networking, coffee, and conversationThursday, December 1910:30 AM—12:00 PMChildren's Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Free Feeding Support Group
Please join us for a free weekly feeding support group! This group is led by Katie Flaherty- Marshfield mom, nurse and lactation consultant! We support all families who are breastfeeding and/or bottle feeding (breastmilk or formula- we love it all)! An infant scale is provided for weighted feeds.…Learn More20
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Sunday, December 22Library Closed
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Monday, December 23All DayChildren's RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Take + Make Crafts
Stop by the Children's Room for a special school vacation week craft to take home! While supplies last.
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Tuesday, December 2412:00—8:00 PMAdelaide Phillips Conference RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Library Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Quiet Study RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Study PodVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
The Wave MakerspaceVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Ventress Library Conference RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Ventress Memorial LibraryVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Library Closing at 12 PM
The library will be closing early at 12 PM on Christmas Eve.
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Wednesday, December 25Library Closed
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Thursday, December 2610:00—11:00 AMLibrary Plaza Program RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Poppies - Veterans' Spouse Meeting
If you are a spouse or surviving spouse of a Veteran, you are welcome to join Veterans' Services of Marshfield on Thursdays for networking, coffee, and conversation27
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Sunday, December 29Library Closed
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Monday, December 30All DayChildren's RoomVentress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA, 02050
Take + Make Crafts
Stop by the Children's Room for a special New Year's Eve themed craft to take home! While supplies last.
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