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Thursday, May 16:00—7:30 PMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Felted Sheep Workshop (Ages 13+)
In this hands-on program, you'll learn the art of needle felting and create your own woolen sheep. Using only wool and a needle, Pop Up Art School's expert instructor will guide you through each step to sculpt a fuzzy barnyard friend. Learn the joy of needle felting with Pop up Art School in a friendly environment.…Learn More2
Friday, May 210:00—11:00 AMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Music & Movement (Ages 0-3)
Drop in for music & movement with Miss Hanley!3
Saturday, May 39:30—10:00 AMChildren's RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Saturday Stories (Ages 0-3)
Come sing, dance, and read stories with Miss Jess.Saturday, May 310:00—11:30 AMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
"May the Fourth Be With You" Star Wars Palooza (Ages 0-8)
Join us for an intergalactic adventure that’s perfect for the whole family! This Star Wars-themed day is packed with exciting sensory play, games, crafts, and even cookie decorating—so everyone, from the tiniest Padawan to the wisest Jedi, can enjoy the fun!We ask that you register to ensure we have enough supplies, but you are welcome to stop in anytime between 10:00-11:30 am.4
Sunday, May 4Library Closed
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Monday, May 51:00—2:00 PMSenior CenterHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Tech Help Drop In at the Senior Center (Adults)
Having trouble with your computer, tablet, or cell phone? Is there a particular tech skill you want to master? Library staff will be available at the Senior Center once a month for a drop-in session to help you troubleshoot your technology issues and learn more about how to better navigate your device.6
Tuesday, May 612:00—8:00 PMPick Up at Front DeskHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
May Book Box (Adults)
Do you like books and surprises? Try our subscription book box service. Here's how it works: 1. Sign up for a Book Box each month. Each box will include a new library book along with treats, crafts, and other goodies. 2. Pick up your box at the Library on the first Tuesday of the month.…Learn More
Tuesday, May 612:00—8:00 PMPick Up at Front DeskHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
May Teen Book Box (Grades 6-12)
Do you like books and surprises? Try our subscription book box service for teens. Here's how it works: 1. Sign up for a Teen Book Box each month. Each box will include a new library book along with treats, crafts, and other goodies. 2. Pick up your box at the Library on the first Tuesday of the month.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 64:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Learning Adventures (Ages 0-5)
Caregivers and children ages 0-5 are invited to a playdate at the Library! Join us anytime between 4:00-5:00 pm for some themed early learning activities. Continuing with our alphabet theme, this week's session will be all about the letter I. Drop in for an afternoon of fun, reading, play, and friends!This is not a librarian led program.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 66:00—7:00 PMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Digital Wellness Presentation (All Ages)
Join Norwell resident Geoff Gordon, a leading advocate for the Norwell Digital Anxiety Project and the nationwide Wait Until 8th campaign (which encourages parents to delay giving children a smartphone until the end of 8th grade), for a discussion about the book The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 66:45—8:00 PMSenior CenterHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Library Foundation Meeting
Meeting of the Hanson Public Library Foundation.7
Wednesday, May 710:00—11:00 AMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Mindful May Storytime: Understanding Feelings (Ages 3-7)
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Join Miss Catherine for Mindful May storytimes! Through engaging stories and activities, children will learn how to recognize their emotions, be present, and practice mindfulness and self-awareness. Bring your toddler…Learn More8
Thursday, May 84:00—5:00 PMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Art Club Challenge! (Grades 1-5)
Join us on the second and fourth Thursday of every month for a fun art project based on a book! Each hour-long program will start with a themed story that will inspire our craft. May is Older Americans Month! For this week’s craft challenge, we will be making Woven Baby Turtles inspired by the knitting in Margaret Aitken’s Old Friends.…Learn MoreThursday, May 86:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Dinner Detectives: Mysteries Around the World (Adults)
Our mystery book group discusses mysteries related to a different topic each month. Bring your book and dinner and we'll provide the dessert and discussion. May's theme: Mysteries Around the WorldBook suggestions are available on our recommendations page at https://hansonlibrary.…Learn More9
Friday, May 910:00—11:00 AMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Puppet Storytime & Free Play (Ages 2-5)
Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and the gang for Puppet Story Time! Newton and his puppet friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the children. At the end of the 30-minute show will a brief demo of various puppet styles (moving mouth puppets, glove puppets, arm & rod puppets, finger puppets).…Learn More10
Saturday, May 109:30—10:00 AMChildren's RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Saturday Stories (Ages 0-3)
Come sing, dance, and read stories with Miss Jess.Saturday, May 1010:00—11:00 AMSenior CenterHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Zumba (Adults)
Join us for a fun and energizing series of Zumba classes at the library! This four-session series, designed for adults, will be held on May 10, 17, 24, and 31 at 10 AM. Come shake, groove, and get fit! Separate registration is required for each session.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 1010:00—11:00 AMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Makerspace Lab (Grades 2-5)
What can you create using supplies from our Makerspace Cart? Come find out! We'll have plastic tubing, wheels & propellers, wooden dowels, gears & spools, fasteners, craft tubes & boxes, material sheets, wooden & foam shapes, and plenty of other general building/crafting supplies available.…Learn More11
Sunday, May 11Library Closed
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Monday, May 129:00 AM—5:00 PMPick Up at Front DeskHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Take & Make Craft: Flower Crowns (Grades K-6)
Unleash your creativity and design a beautiful, colorful flower crown with our DIY Paper Flower Crown craft kit! Using vibrant paper flowers, fun shapes, and your imagination, you'll be able to craft a crown that’s uniquely yours. Whether you’re making it for a special occasion, or just for fun, this flower crown will add a touch of whimsy and nature-inspired beauty to your day.…Learn MoreMonday, May 121:00—3:00 PMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Monthly Movie Matinee: Queen Bees (Adults)
We're partnering with the Hanson Senior Center for a monthly movie matinee. Enjoy a fun flick with free refreshments. May's pick is: Queen BeesGenre(s): Comedy/Drama/RomanceRated: PG-13Runtime: 1 hour, 41 minutesWhile her house undergoes repairs, fiercely independent senior Helen temporarily moves into a nearby retirement community, where she encounters lusty widows, cutthroat bridge tournaments, and a hotbed of bullying "mean girls.…Learn More13
Tuesday, May 134:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
LEGO Builders Club (Ages 4-12)
Calling all master builders! Join us to create with LEGOs and connect with new friends. You'll be presented with a different challenge each week, and your creation will be displayed in our lobby cases. This week's challenge: Build a bee or ladybug out of LEGOs!This is not a librarian led program.…Learn More14
Wednesday, May 1410:00—11:00 AMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Mindful May Storytime: Managing Emotions (Ages 3-7)
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Join Miss Catherine for Mindful May storytimes! Through engaging stories and activities, children will learn how to recognize their emotions, be present, and practice mindfulness and self-awareness. Bring your toddler…Learn More15
Thursday, May 153:30—8:00 PMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Joint public meeting of the Board of Library Trustees and Library Design & Planning Committee. Agenda can be found here: https://hansonlibrary. org/trustees-meeting-agendas-minutes/Thursday, May 154:00—5:45 PMSenior CenterHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Book-to-Movie Screening: Girl with a Pearl Earring (Adults)
Our monthly Book-to-Movie group focuses on books that have been made into movies. This May we will be reading, watching, and discussing Girl with a Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier. You're invited to watch the movie on the third Thursday of the month at 4:00 pm.…Learn MoreThursday, May 156:00—8:00 PMSenior CenterHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Spring Cookie Decorating with Blackbird Baking (Adults)
In this beginners cookie decorating class, JoAnna Letourneau of Blackbird Baking Co. will walk you through decorating 5 spring-themed cookies in a small group setting. No experience is necessary. Some of the following techniques will be used/discussed:Icing consistenciesBaking tips and tricksOutlining and floodingWet-on-wet techniques Each participant will receive access to recipes and other helpful cookie decorating info.…Learn More16
Friday, May 1610:00—11:00 AMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Music & Movement (Ages 0-3)
Drop in for music & movement with Miss Hanley!17
Saturday, May 179:30—10:00 AMChildren's RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Saturday Stories (Ages 0-3)
Come sing, dance, and read stories with Miss Jess.Saturday, May 1710:00—11:00 AMSenior CenterHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Zumba (Adults)
Join us for a fun and energizing series of Zumba classes at the library! This four-session series, designed for adults, will be held on May 10, 17, 24, and 31 at 10 AM. Come shake, groove, and get fit! Separate registration is required for each session.…Learn More18
Sunday, May 18Library Closed
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Monday, May 199:00 AM—5:00 PMPick Up at Front DeskHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
STEAM Team Experiment Kit (Grades K-6)
Grow your own rainbow! Pick up your STEAM Team kit at the library and take it home to turn plain black paper into a beautiful oil slick rainbow. Additional supplies needed: a medium sized bowl of water and paper towels20
Tuesday, May 204:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Learning Adventures (Ages 0-5)
Caregivers and children ages 0-5 are invited to a playdate at the Library! Join us anytime between 4:00-5:00 pm for some themed early learning activities. Continuing with our alphabet theme, this week's session will be all about the letter J. Drop in for an afternoon of fun, reading, play, and friends!This is not a librarian led program.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 205:30—7:00 PMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Teen Tote Bag Design (Grades 6-12)
Design your dream tote bag! Join us for Teen Tote Bag Decorating to create the perfect book bag or beach tote for summer. Each registrant will receive a blank tote bag to decorate and design as they want! We’ll have fabric paint, stencils, and supplies for customization.21
Wednesday, May 2110:00—11:00 AMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Mindful May Storytime: Mindfulness & Being Present (Ages 3-7)
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Join Miss Catherine for Mindful May storytimes! Through engaging stories and activities, children will learn how to recognize their emotions, be present, and practice mindfulness and self-awareness. Bring your toddler…Learn More22
Thursday, May 224:00—5:00 PMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Art Club Challenge! (Grades 1-5)
Join us on the second and fourth Thursday of every month for a fun art project based on a book! Each hour-long program will start with a themed story that will inspire our craft. Celebrate spring like a snail! This week’s craft challenge will be creating and painting an Air Dry Clay Snail inspired by Dashka Slater’s Escargot and the Search for Spring.…Learn MoreThursday, May 226:30—7:30 PMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Book-to-Movie Discussion Group: Girl with a Pearl Earring (Adults)
Our monthly Book-to-Movie group focuses on books that have been made into movies. This May we will be reading, watching, and discussing Girl with a Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier. You're invited to watch the movie on the third Thursday of the month at 5:30 pm.…Learn More23
Friday, May 239:00 AM—5:00 PMPick Up at Front DeskHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Hygge at Home: Clay Plant Markers (Adults & Teens)
Hygge (pronounced hoo-ga) is a Danish concept encompassing coziness and the small comforts of life. Bring a cozy touch to your garden with this DIY Clay Plant & Garden Marker craft kit! Each Take and Make kit includes everything you need to craft your own unique clay plant markers – simply shape, bake, and decorate! Perfect for adding a bit of warmth and personality to your garden, these markers will not only help you organize your plants but also bring a little piece of handmade hygge joy to your outdoor space.…Learn MoreFriday, May 2310:00—11:00 AMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Music & Movement (Ages 0-3)
Drop in for music & movement with Miss Hanley!24
Saturday, May 249:30—10:00 AMChildren's RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Saturday Stories (Ages 0-3)
Come sing, dance, and read stories with Miss Jess.Saturday, May 2410:00—11:00 AMSenior CenterHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Zumba (Adults)
Join us for a fun and energizing series of Zumba classes at the library! This four-session series, designed for adults, will be held on May 10, 17, 24, and 31 at 10 AM. Come shake, groove, and get fit! Separate registration is required for each session.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 2410:00—11:00 AMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Makerspace Lab (Grades 2-5)
What can you create using supplies from our Makerspace Cart? Come find out! We'll have plastic tubing, wheels & propellers, wooden dowels, gears & spools, fasteners, craft tubes & boxes, material sheets, wooden & foam shapes, and plenty of other general building/crafting supplies available.…Learn More25
Sunday, May 25Library Closed
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Monday, May 26Library Closed
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Tuesday, May 274:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
LEGO Builders Club (Ages 4-12)
Calling all master builders! Join us to create with LEGOs and connect with new friends. You'll be presented with a different challenge each week, and your creation will be displayed in our lobby cases. This week's challenge: Build a bicycle out of LEGOs!This is not a librarian led program.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 276:00—7:00 PMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Enchanted Reads Book Club (Adults & Teens 16+)
Check out our fantasy book club! Join us each month as we explore different fantastical topics. Light refreshments will be provided so just bring your book and your thoughts!May's theme: Magical RealismBook suggestions are available on our recommendations page at https://hansonlibrary.…Learn More28
Wednesday, May 2810:00—11:00 AMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Mindful May Storytime: Kindness (Ages 3-7)
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Join Miss Catherine for Mindful May storytimes! Through engaging stories and activities, children will learn how to recognize their emotions, be present, and practice mindfulness and self-awareness. Bring your toddler…Learn More29
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Friday, May 3010:00—11:00 AMCommunity RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Music & Movement (Ages 0-3)
Drop in for music & movement with Miss Hanley!31
Saturday, May 319:30—10:00 AMChildren's RoomHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Saturday Stories (Ages 0-3)
Come sing, dance, and read stories with Miss Jess.Saturday, May 3110:00—11:30 AMBurrage Wildlife Management Area, Halifax145 Elm Street, Halifax, MA, 02338
Nature Walk: Burrage Pond Wildlife Management Area, Halifax (Adults)
Join local naturalist Steve French for a guided nature walk at Burrage Pond Wildlife Management Area in Halifax. This alternate entrance to the Burrage Pond Wildlife Management Area provides access to over 2,000 acres of ponds, marsh, swamps and retired cranberry bogs with several miles of walking trails.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 3110:00—11:00 AMSenior CenterHanson Public Library132 Maquan Street, Hanson, MA, 02341
Zumba (Adults)
Join us for a fun and energizing series of Zumba classes at the library! This four-session series, designed for adults, will be held on May 10, 17, 24, and 31 at 10 AM. Come shake, groove, and get fit! Separate registration is required for each session.…Learn More