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The public library of Newton, Massachusetts.

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Hey Newton! Did you see us on the local news last night? Newton Free Library was featured on WBZ News for Banned Book Week! Our Director, Jill Mercurio, was interviewed by Laura Haefeli and spoke about the negative impact of book bans. cbsnews.com/boston/news/mass…

Massachusetts towns host banned book readings to promote freedom to read and write

After a significant increase in banned books across the country, towns in Massachusetts are hosting banned book readings to promote freedom to write and freedom of speech.

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The Library will be closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth Independence Day.
Library closed Friday, June 19 for Juneteenth; eResources available at newtonfreelibrary.net.

ALT Library closed Friday, June 19 for Juneteenth; eResources available at newtonfreelibrary.net.

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Join the 2026 Summer Reading Bingo Challenge for Adults (18+)! More information here: newtonfreelibrary.net/servic…
2026 Adult Summer Reading launch announcement by Newton Free Library with plants, books, and a gardener illustration.

ALT 2026 Adult Summer Reading launch announcement by Newton Free Library with plants, books, and a gardener illustration.

2026 Summer Reading Bingo Challenge for adults from June 1 to September 4 with instructions to pick up or download bingo sheets and submit completed sheets for raffle entries.

ALT 2026 Summer Reading Bingo Challenge for adults from June 1 to September 4 with instructions to pick up or download bingo sheets and submit completed sheets for raffle entries.

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Join the Newton Free Library for a Seed Packing Party! Help us prepare packets of flower seeds to add to our Seed Library, and receive an additional raffle entry that can be used in our summer reading raffle for adults. newtonfreelibrary.libcal.com…
Flyer for a Summer Reading Seed Packing Party on Saturday, June 6, 10am-12pm at Newton Free Library in Druker Auditorium. White background with close-up image of seedlings sprouting in biodegradable pots on top right corner.

ALT Flyer for a Summer Reading Seed Packing Party on Saturday, June 6, 10am-12pm at Newton Free Library in Druker Auditorium. White background with close-up image of seedlings sprouting in biodegradable pots on top right corner.

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Come craft with us! This program offers you the opportunity to work on your own projects, share ideas, and connect with fellow crafters. All skill levels and creative mediums are welcome. Register at newtonfreelibrary.libcal.com…
Colorful yarn balls and crochet hooks surround a bright sign announcing a Handicraft Hangout event on Monday, May 18 at 7pm.

ALT Colorful yarn balls and crochet hooks surround a bright sign announcing a Handicraft Hangout event on Monday, May 18 at 7pm.

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Join Newton artist Ellen Foust on Monday, May 18 at 7pm for an interactive conversation about her photography exhibit, Bullough’s Pond Cloudscapes: Seasonal Illuminations, on display for the month of May in the Newton Free Library. More info & to register: newtonfreelibrary.libcal.com…
Scenic view of Bullough's Pond in Newton at sunset with trees and houses reflecting on the water, promoting an artist talk with Ellen Foust at Newton Free Library on Monday, May 18 at 7pm.

ALT Scenic view of Bullough's Pond in Newton at sunset with trees and houses reflecting on the water, promoting an artist talk with Ellen Foust at Newton Free Library on Monday, May 18 at 7pm.

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Join Newton Conversations on Friday, May 15 at 9:15am for a workshop on how to hold meaningful conversations about topics that are important to our community. For more information and registration, use the link here: newtonfreelibrary.libcal.com…
Promotional image for Newton Free Library's small group structured dialogue event scheduled for May 15 at 9:15am.

ALT Promotional image for Newton Free Library's small group structured dialogue event scheduled for May 15 at 9:15am.

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Do you know a few basics of playing the ukulele? Join this beginner-friendly play-along on Wednesday, May 13 at 7pm to get tips, ask questions, and play some fun and easy songs! For more information and to register, use the link here: newtonfreelibrary.libcal.com…
a woman with blond hair playing ukulele outdoors with text promoting a ukulele play-along event at Newton Free Library on May 13 at 7pm.

ALT a woman with blond hair playing ukulele outdoors with text promoting a ukulele play-along event at Newton Free Library on May 13 at 7pm.

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Already familiar with Libby? Join us in this session on Wednesday, May 13 at 10am via Zoom to go beyond the basics and learn more advanced features to maximize your use of this Library resource! Register with the link here: newtonfreelibrary.libcal.com…
Hand selecting digital books on a laptop screen promoting Libby's advanced features webinar on May 13 at 10am via Zoom.

ALT Hand selecting digital books on a laptop screen promoting Libby's advanced features webinar on May 13 at 10am via Zoom.

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Meet with a MassHire Career Advisor at the Newton Free Library on Wednesday, May 13 from 9:30am to 12:30pm. The MassHire Career Centers offer assistance with resume support, interview preparation, job search support and a variety of workshops, recruitment events and job fairs.
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Interested in playing chess with other players? Newton Free Library has its very own chess club that meets twice a month! Whether you're a beginner or a master, come on by for some healthy competition. Register using the link here: newtonfreelibrary.libcal.com…
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On May 6 at 10am, join us for an introduction to our three most popular digital services so you can start accessing books, audiobooks, music, movies, and more from home with Libby, hoopla, & Kanopy! Register for the program here: newtonfreelibrary.libcal.com…
digital illustration with arm reaching into a laptop screen to grab a book, advertising a virtual workshop on borrowing eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, and movies from Newton Free Library using Libby, Kanopy, and Hoopla on May 6 at 10am.

ALT digital illustration with arm reaching into a laptop screen to grab a book, advertising a virtual workshop on borrowing eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, and movies from Newton Free Library using Libby, Kanopy, and Hoopla on May 6 at 10am.

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It's National Library Week! The theme this year is Find Your Joy-- an invitation for people of all backgrounds to explore and discover what sparks joy in them at the library. Learn more here: ala.org/conferencesevents/ce…
National Library Week 2026 announcement with dates April 19-25 and theme Find Your Joy featuring Mychal Threets.

ALT National Library Week 2026 announcement with dates April 19-25 and theme Find Your Joy featuring Mychal Threets.

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Join the Newton Free Library on Wednesday, April 22 at 7pm in Druker Auditorium for an evening with Heather Treseler, author of Auguries & Divinations, winner of the 2025 Massachusetts Book Award in Poetry. Registration is encouraged but not required: newtonfreelibrary.libcal.com…
Poster for a Mass Book Awards event featuring Heather Treseler's reading and Q&A on April 22 at 7pm at the Newton Free Library.

ALT Poster for a Mass Book Awards event featuring Heather Treseler's reading and Q&A on April 22 at 7pm at the Newton Free Library.

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Join us for our next Short Story Discussion Group over Zoom on Wednesday, April 22 at 4pm! Once you register, we will email you the two short stories that will be discussed at the meeting. Register with the link here: newtonfreelibrary.libcal.com…
Virtual Short Story Discussion Group announcement with colored blocks and event details for April 22 at 4 PM via Zoom.

ALT Virtual Short Story Discussion Group announcement with colored blocks and event details for April 22 at 4 PM via Zoom.

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The Library is closed Monday, April 20 for Patriots' Day. Good luck to everyone running the Marathon!
Library closure notice for Patriots' Day on Monday, April 20 from Newton Free Library.

ALT Library closure notice for Patriots' Day on Monday, April 20 from Newton Free Library.

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The Fix It Clinic is coming back to the Newton Free Library, this Saturday from 10am to 4pm! Register for a timeslot on our Calendar of Events here: newtonfreelibrary.libcal.com…
Vintage hand tools including an axe, hammer, gloves, and scissors arranged on a wooden surface, advertising a Fix It Clinic at the Newton Free Library.

ALT Vintage hand tools including an axe, hammer, gloves, and scissors arranged on a wooden surface, advertising a Fix It Clinic at the Newton Free Library.

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The Newton Free Library is excited to launch a pilot project for a Seed Library! We invite you to share comments and suggestions for the seed library when you stop by. The Seed Library is located in the Atrium by the new fiction books.
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The Library will be closed on Sunday, April 5 in observance of Easter
Newton Free Library will be closed on Sunday, April 5 in observance of Easter.

ALT Newton Free Library will be closed on Sunday, April 5 in observance of Easter.

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Join bestselling author, Hank Phillippi Ryan, virtually on Thursday, March 19 at 6:30pm for this quarterly session of her recommendations of some of the best of mystery/thrillers out there! More information and registration here: newtonfreelibrary.libcal.com…
Promotional graphic for a virtual event featuring bestselling author Hank Phillippi Ryan discussing mystery and thriller book recommendations on March 19 at 6:30pm.

ALT Promotional graphic for a virtual event featuring bestselling author Hank Phillippi Ryan discussing mystery and thriller book recommendations on March 19 at 6:30pm.

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Join us for the next virtual meeting of the 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group on Wednesday, March 18 at 9:30am. The topic for this meeting is "AI Tools in Your Job Search". Register here: newtonfreelibrary.libcal.com…
Three older adults engaged in conversation promoting a virtual 50+ job seekers group meeting on March 18, over zoom, from 9:30 to 11:30 am.

ALT Three older adults engaged in conversation promoting a virtual 50+ job seekers group meeting on March 18, over zoom, from 9:30 to 11:30 am.

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