For further details and to register for programs, please visit our website (charltonlibrary.org)

Additional parking is available across the street at Town Hall and at the Elementary School.

Movies @ The Library

All showings are on Tuesdays at 1p.m. - Dexter Hall

January 14 : REAGAN. 2024. Rated PG-13. 136 minutes. Dennis Quaid, Mena Suvari.

January 21 : IT ENDS WITH US. 2024. Rated PG-13. 130 minutes. Blake Lively.

January 28 : TWISTERS. 2024. Rated PG-13. 122 minutes. Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell.

Threaded Together Fiber Arts Group (formerly Silver Needles Knit & Crochet Group)

Thursdays from 1-3 p.m.- Upstairs Reading Room

Bring your current project and relax with friends. All are welcome regardless of skill level.

Quabbin, Then and Now: North Quabbin Photography Presentation

Saturday, January 11, 11a.m.-12:30 p.m. - Dexter Hall - Registration requested.

Dale Monette of North Quabbin Photography, has taken Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) images from the Quabbin Reservoir archives taken in the mid 1930’s of the construction of the Quabbin Reservoir and recreated these photographs from the same location in present day settings. Come see how the houses and scenes looked during the construction period of the Quabbin compared to what it looks like now some 80 years later. Many never seen before images from the DCR Archives are included in this program. You will also see pictures of what everyday life was like living in the four Quabbin Valley towns that would soon be no more.

Friends of the Library Meeting

Tuesday, January 14, 3:30-4:30 p.m. - Community Meeting Room

Monthly meeting of Friends of Charlton Public Library. All are welcome. Join us!

Simple Steps to Getting Organized in the New Year

Tuesday, January 14, 6- 7:30 p.m. Dexter Hall - Registration required.

This fun and interactive workshop will get you focused on your organizing goals.  Learn tips on: New ways to think about your stuff; How to get started; Hot spots to help the process; Tackling the paper trail.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group

Thursday, January 16, 6-7:30 p.m. Community Meeting Room

Led by experienced caregivers and offers information, resources, and strategies specific to caring for someone with Alzheimer’s and other Dementias along with support for transitioning to different care settings. Co-sponsored by Tri-Valley and Charlton Public Library.

Death Cafe

Thursday, January 16, 6-7:30 p.m. Dexter Hall

A group-directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or course of action, no set conclusions and no judgment. Death Cafés are a safe environment to gather, eat cake, and enjoy open-minded conversation about dying and death. Email [email protected] with questions.

Saturday Acoustic Roots Jam

Saturday, January 18, 12-1:30 p.m. Community Meeting Room

An acoustic only music jam. Open to all 18+. Email [email protected] for more information.

Felt Succulent Craft

Tuesday, January 21, 6-7:30 p.m. Community Meeting Room - Registration required

Wednesday, January 22, 10:30-12 p.m. - Community Meeting Room - Registration required

This month we’re making lovely felt succulents. This program is for adults and teens ages 13 and up.

Charlton Ukulele League & Ensemble

Thursday, January 23, 6-7:30 p.m. Community Meeting Room

Experienced musicians and newbies all welcome. Email [email protected] for more information.

Critical Thinking Discussion Group - The Metamorphosis by Kafka

Friday, January 24, 1-2 p.m. Sibley Reading Area (Main Floor)

No experience with critical thinking discussion groups is necessary. Books/materials are available for checkout one month prior to discussion. Email [email protected] for more information.

Beekeeping for Beginners

Thursday, January 30, 6-7:30 p.m. Dexter Hall - Registration requested. 

Come learn all about the honeybee and all of the fascinating things they do as individuals and as a colony. You will leave this presentation armed with the knowledge to start your very own hive. Presented by Scott Herbert, owner of Charlton Bee Company.

Please visit the kids page on our website for Storytime details and more programs.

Fiber Arts Club for Tweens & Teens

Friday, January 27, 3:45 - 4:30 p.m. Story Time Room

Are you interested in knitting, crocheting, needle felting, or other fiber art? Join us to practice your craft, learn from more experienced friends, or teach others! Don’t forget to bring your current projects.

This group is best for tweens and teens ages 9 -18. 

My Little Pony Club

Wednesday, January 22, 4-4:30 p.m. Story Time Room - Registration is required.

Do you love My Little Pony? Meet up with other My Little Pony fans and do a fun activity! Don’t forget to bring your favorite pony (if you have one)! This club is for ages 5-10