40 Schofield Avenue, Dudley

508-949-8021

Join us for one of our programs at the Pearle!  Do you want to be the first to know about events happening at the Library? Check out our event calendar at www.crawfordlibrary.org or sign up for our eNews letter by calling 508-949-8021.

Gentle Yoga

Mondays in November 

10:00-11:00 AM

Join our new yoga instructor Patricia, for a traditional “on the mat” yoga class with chair yoga modifications. This truly is a one size fits all class. Patricia will be there to help with all your needs

Bring your own mat. Wear layers, do not eat heavily 1.5-2 hours before class. 

Movies @ The Pearle!

Tuesdays in November at 1:00

Nov. 5: Borderlands

Nov. 12: A Quiet Place: Day One

Nov. 19: Kinds of Kindness

Nov. 26: Twisters

No registration required.

Picking Parlor Jam a “mostly” Bluegrass Focused Jam Session

Saturday, November 2 

10:00-12:00 in the Fels Community Room

This is an unplugged acoustic jam. All talent levels welcome...beginners on up!

Don’t want to play? No problem, listeners are welcome too!

Once Upon A Crime Book Club

The Stranger Beside Me

by: Ann Rule

Friday, November 1

11:00-12:00

Adult Reading Area 

Do you have a passion for true crime and examining the details of each case? This book club is for you!

The “Once Upon A Crime Book Club” meets the first Friday of every month in the adult reading area. 

All books will be pre-ordered and available for pick up at the circulation desk.

Katharine’s Remarkable Road Trip: An Author Talk by Gail Olmstead

Tuesday, November 12

1:00-2:30 

Join Gail Olmstead for an in-depth talk about her latest book, Katherine’s Remarkable Road Trip. 

In the fall of 1907 Katharine decides to drive from Newport Rhode Island to her new home in Jackson New Hampshire. Despite the concerns of her family and friends that at the age of 77 she lacks the stamina for the nearly 300-mile journey Katharine sets out alone. Join Katharine as she embarks upon her remarkable road trip. Registration required.

Refreshments funded by the Hugh W. & Harriet K. Crawford Endowment Fund for the Pearle L. Crawford Memorial Library

Fall Office Hours with Senator Fattman’s Staff and State Representative John Marsi

Wednesday, November 6

10:30-11:30 

Meet with District Director Amanda Hellyar and John Marsi to seek guidance on issues related to a state agency, find out about upcoming events, and learn more about legislative affairs on Beacon Hill.

Johnny Cash - Songs and Stories performed by Matt York

Thursday, November 7

6:00-7:45 

Longtime New England musician/author Matt York will perform the songs of Johnny Cash and tell stories about Cash’s career spanning from the 1950’s to his passing in 2003. He’ll discuss Cash’s emergence as a groundbreaking artist in the 1950’s, his marriage to June Carter and many of his other career highlights. 

No Registration Required.

Community Input for Strategic Plan Session

Wednesday, November 6, 11:00 or Thursday, November 14, 6:00

The Crawford Library is due for a new strategic plan that will take us through the next 5 years. This planning helps to ensure that the priorities we set are in line with what the community wants and needs. 

The next step is a SOAR exercise. A SOAR, is a group exercise used to set goals for the Library. It will help identify Strengths - Opportunities- Aspirations- and Results that may affect the Library today and in the future.

If you would like to participate in the community SOAR exercise here is your chance! We are offering two sessions: Wednesday 11/6 at 11:00am and Thursday 11/14 at 6:00pm. 

Registration Required. 

Crafternoons With Lena

Pinecone Flowers

Wednesday, November 13

2:00-3:00

Spend the afternoon with our experienced and enthusiastic instructor, Lena. You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind creation to enjoy!

 Registration is required.

Crawford Library Book Group 

Thursday, November 21

6:00-7:30

Book: Honor

Author: Thrity Umrigar

Books are available at the circulation desk for checkout one month prior to discussion. 

No registration required. 

Mahjong at the Pearle

Every Wednesday in November 

10:00-12:30 Fels Community Room

The game consists of players competing to form distinct sets or pairs of tiles, similar to gin rummy.

Everyone welcome!

No registration required. 

Quilting Group

Wednesdays @ 1:30

Are you a quilter? Would you like to learn how to be one? All skill levels are welcome to this informal group. Bring your projects and join the fun! 

No registration required.

  

Knit & Crochet Group

Thursday 5:30-7:30 and Friday 10:00-12:00

All stitchers are welcome for this informal group. Bring your project and enjoy the company!

Dungeons & Dragons Game

Thursdays, 6:00-7:30

Are you looking to play a game that contains action, adventure, and drama?  Come play the world’s number one role playing game. This program geared towards kid and teens that are looking to learn more about playing and some short adventures!

Storytimes at the Pearle

10:00-10:45

Tuesday-Pre-K Power (best for ages 3-5)

Wednesday-Toddler Time (best for ages 0-2.5)

Friday-Open Baby Play (best for ages 0-12 months-pre-walkers)

Registration not required, siblings always welcome!

Deb’s Sing and Swing

Friday, November 1

10:30-11:15 AM

Pre-K Music & Movement offers a 45 minute interactive program featuring singing, guitar music, dancing, rhythm instruments, stories and variety of fun props, including a parachute, beanbags, scarves, and pom poms. These programs are theme-based, and cover everything from holidays and seasons to dinosaurs and bugs! 

Registration Required. 

Guest Reader Story Times

Monday, November 4, 6:00:

Music Teacher Julie Winans

Local Author Carmela Szklarz

Wednesday, November 13

4:00-4:30

Join us for a hopping good time with local author, Carmela Szklarz. She will share her newest picture book called Helping Friends.

Graphic Novel Book Club

Thursday, November 14

6:00-6:45 

Do you love graphic novels? Join us for Graphic Novel Book Club! Each month we will meet to discuss the graphic novel of the month. Copies of the book will be located at the circulation desk in the Children’s Room. Best for ages 8 and up. 

Registration not required. This is not a drop off program. 

Pokemon Club

Thursday, November 21

6:00-6:45

Do you love everything Pokemon? Join us for Pokemon club! Each month we will have exciting crafts and activities! Best for ages 6 and up. 

Registration not required. This is not a drop off program.