Category: happenings at the library

Needlers/Knitters, Read Aloud, Story Times, Bookclub… all online!

The ACL group, Newton Knitters And Needlers, is going strong remotely!  This Auburndale Community Library group continues to meet via Zoom from 10:30 till Noon on Saturdays. All are welcome to join! You can find more info about the group on Facebook, Newton Knitters and Needlers. Read-Aloud from local author (and ACL Volunteer), Lenna Kutner… Continue reading Needlers/Knitters, Read Aloud, Story Times, Bookclub… all online!

We have some news!

No, our doors are not open. However, we are closely monitoring the state and local guidelines as Massachusetts moves toward reopening some businesses. In particular we are looking at the Newton Free Library and other local libraries for input. Stay tuned for updates about possible curbside pickup of books – and returns. Meanwhile, PLEASE keep… Continue reading We have some news!

Library closing news

In step with the Newton Public Schools and the Newton Free Library, the Auburndale Community Library will be closed to patrons after 8pm on Thursday, March 12. As this is a fluid situation, please look to this website and our Facebook page for updates as to when we will re-open. If you have materials you’d… Continue reading Library closing news

Speed Cubing at the ACL: Sat, Jan 25th from 11am to 12:45pm

Have you ever wanted to learn how to solve a Rubik’s cube?  Or maybe you can solve it, but want to meet like-minded folks that are into speed cubing?  Join 9th grader Tim Kwartler and his Mom, Cecelia Kwartler, as they teach and inspire all ages of cubers on Saturday, January 25th from 11 am… Continue reading Speed Cubing at the ACL: Sat, Jan 25th from 11am to 12:45pm

History of Auburndale: All Roads Lead to the Totem Pole at the ACL Weds, Jan 15th 8pm

You’re invited to a presentation on the history of Auburndale, including Norumbega Park and the Totem Ball Ballroom, both of which were widely used entertainment venues in the 1930s.  The presentation, which was prepared by Caroline and Larry Schwirian, was initially put together for Historic Newton and covers Auburndale history from the founding in 1678… Continue reading History of Auburndale: All Roads Lead to the Totem Pole at the ACL Weds, Jan 15th 8pm

ACL Annual Meeting: Wednesday January 22 at 7:30pm

Our ACL Annual Meeting will be on Wednesday, January 22 at 7:30 pm–please join us!  (Snow date Wed Jan 29).  We will review circulation statistics, programming, our budget, and general ACL operations.  We will also vote on our board members.  Just a time to bring everyone together once a year to discuss the state of the library and generally swoon… Continue reading ACL Annual Meeting: Wednesday January 22 at 7:30pm

Year-End Donations To Support the ACL: Read, Share, Grow…In The Heart of Our Community

Each holiday season, we receive queries from our patrons about charitable giving to the ACL—people love to show their ACL love this time of year!  Of course, the answer is a resounding “yes”—we happily accept donations.  We have our 501(c)3 non-profit designation and donations to the ACLare tax deductible to the extent of the law.… Continue reading Year-End Donations To Support the ACL: Read, Share, Grow…In The Heart of Our Community

Open House (with pizza!) to Learn About Story Starters: Tuesday, December 10 5-6:30 pm

Join Story Starters at an Open House at the ACL on December 10th from 5:00-6:30 (pizza included!) for any interested families who want to learn about this program. Story Starters gives families with kids ages 3-6 at-home curriculum tools and to preempt racial bias and build community change. Together, Newton families can build empathy, support… Continue reading Open House (with pizza!) to Learn About Story Starters: Tuesday, December 10 5-6:30 pm