Oliver the Golden Retriever will be at the ACL on Tuesday, October 28th from 2:30 – 3:30 pm. Children can have a 10 – 15 minute one on one reading session with Oliver. Bring the book of your choice, or choose one at the library. (Oliver enjoys all types of books, not just books about… Continue reading Woof…Read to Oliver the Dog Tuesday, October 28th from 2:30 – 3:30 pm
Category: happenings at the library
The Deep End: A Group Conversation About End-Of-Life Decision-Making for Ourselves & Our Loved Ones
Sunday, October 26th 4:30 – 5:30 pm Talking about end-of-life issues can be challenging. What are your hopes and fears about care as you, your family members, or your loved ones approach the end of life? How would your family cope with a serious illness? Where can you find information to help you and your… Continue reading The Deep End: A Group Conversation About End-Of-Life Decision-Making for Ourselves & Our Loved Ones
Family Photo Fundraiser at the ACL
In time for your holiday card…. Family Photo Fundraiser featuring Tracy Rodriguez Photography and benefiting local charity, Fertility Within Reach! Sunday, Oct. 19th, at the Auburndale Community Library. 30 minute photo shoot at half the price to you, while raising tax-deductible donations for Fertility Within Reach (FWR). High resolution photos, you have full printing rights.… Continue reading Family Photo Fundraiser at the ACL
Halloween Kiddie Crafting Party! Saturday, October 25th 10:30 am – noon
An annual favorite! Come by for drop-in crafts, tricks, and treats! The ACL Teens and Oliver the Dog will be ready for a wild rumpus to celebrate Halloween. If you are a teen who is interested in helping that day, contact Dana at danakhanson@gmail.com. Halloween crafts at the ACL!
Newton Reads…And Auburndale Reads, Too The Beginning of Everything Discussion at the ACL
The ACL is excited about the citywide Newton Reads program being sponsored by the Newton Free Library in October. The goal of Newton Reads is to promote good mental health through community connection, shared information, and discussion. The Newton Free Library has a terrific array of events listed for the program on their Newton Reads… Continue reading Newton Reads…And Auburndale Reads, Too The Beginning of Everything Discussion at the ACL
Thanking Our ACL Gardeners
The ACL grounds are looking gorgeous, as usual, thanks to the tireless efforts of our gardening volunteers. They have continued working diligently, right into the fall season. (Last week, a volunteer was spotted watering the grounds in the evening using a flashlight–these folks are dedicated!) Many thanks to these volunteer who help our ACL gardens… Continue reading Thanking Our ACL Gardeners
Knit-A-Long Club Saturday Sept 27th 10:30 – 11:45 am
Our beloved Saturday Knit-A-Long Club meets this week. The club meets on the second and fourth Saturday of the month… Knitting guru Judy Castaldi will be on hand to help knitters with projects, troubleshoot, or even teach you how to knit from scratch! Anyone who enjoys knitting or would like to learn how to… Continue reading Knit-A-Long Club Saturday Sept 27th 10:30 – 11:45 am
It’s BACK: Lego Club! Tuesdays 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Legos are like a retro version of Minecraft… The Lego Club was one of our original ACL activities and there has been a renewed interest by one of our patrons and her brood, so it’s ON. Bring the kids by to play with our enormous pile of Legos while you sit on the periphery and… Continue reading It’s BACK: Lego Club! Tuesdays 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Saturday September 27! Dr Seuss Drop-In Crafting Party from 10:30 am – 2:30 pm
The ACL Teens and the Girl Scouts are combining to bring us a fun-filled gathering to celebrate one of our favorite authors. We’ll have Dr. Seuss inspired crafts, face painting, read-alouds, and some snacks. Drop by and join the fun!
Fall Schedule…Open For Business
We take a lot of time to rejuvenate during the late summer, so we try to keep fully staffed during some of our fall holidays. We will be OPEN on Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur, and the Saturday of Columbus Day weekend.