August 2024

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Thursday, August 110:00—10:45 AMGlass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563
PatioSandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

"Read and Take Flight" Family Storytime

"Read and Take Flight" Family Storytime"Read and Take Flight"Family Story TimeJoin Mrs. Carmichael for Stories, Songs and more!This drop-in event is recommended for ages 3-8. Sponsored by the Friends of the Sandwich Public Library

Thursday, August 12:00—3:30 PMPatioSandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

Teen Patio Takeover😎

Teen Patio Takeover😎Teens in grades 7-12: Thursdays this summer the SPL Patio is reserved just for you!Drop-in between 2 and 3:30 to play games, get creative, have a snack or just relax and read.   You'll also get first pick of the library's newest YA titles.   Weather permitting, no registration required.…Learn More
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Friday, August 22:00—3:00 PMLibrary LawnSandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563
PatioSandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

Teen Summer Reading "Read and Take Flight" High Flyers STEM Program with Mobilequest🚀

Teen Summer Reading "Read and Take Flight" High Flyers STEM Program with Mobilequest🚀6-12th Graders: Join MobileQuest for this fun and high flying S. T. E. M program.   Participants will complete two high flying activities including creating a gas powered rocket!  This program will take place outside, weather permitting.   Participants will be notified if the event will be rescheduled to the rain date of Friday August 9th.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 310:00 AM—12:00 PMGlass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

D&D Summer Mini Campaign🐉 🧙‍♂️

D&D Summer Mini Campaign🐉 🧙‍♂️Are you a Dungeons & Dragons beginner looking to work on their skills during the summer?  Join Sandwich Public Library and DJ Purtle, President of the SMHS D&D club, for a high fantasy, Summer mini campaign.   This campaign is open to players in grades 7-12.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 4Closed

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Monday, August 5Closed

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Tuesday, August 610:30—11:00 AMGlass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563
PatioSandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

Toddler Story Time!

Toddler Story TimeJoin Miss Laura and Mrs. Werner  for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We will meet on the patio in the back of the library if the ground is dry and it is not raining and inside if it is raining. This is a drop-in event recommended for ages 1 - 3.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 77:00—8:00 PMGlass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

MTCBA Book Club🍟

MTCBA Book Club🍟MA Teen Choice Book Award Book Club is Back!This book club is for readers in grades 7-12.   We will be reading a selection of 2024 MTCBA nominees and then voting on our favorites in September. Registration is open!  Signing up now saves your spot for the whole session.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 810:00—10:45 AMGlass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563
PatioSandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

"Read and Take Flight" Family Storytime

"Read and Take Flight" Family Storytime"Read and Take Flight"Family Story TimeJoin Mrs. Carmichael for Stories, Songs and more!This drop-in event is recommended for ages 3-8. Sponsored by the Friends of the Sandwich Public Library

Thursday, August 812:00—4:00 PMGlass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

"Read and Take Flight" Family Event: Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Bring in your stuffed animal, doll or action figure,read a bedtime story to your friendand leave them at the library for a night they will never forget!Pick up between 10:00am - 3:00pm on Fridayand watch a slideshow of their adventures!Generously funded bySandwich Kiwanis Levreault Trustwith additional support from the Friends of the Sandwich Public Library.

Thursday, August 82:00—3:30 PMPatioSandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

Teen Patio Takeover😎

Teen Patio Takeover😎Teens in grades 7-12: Thursdays this summer the SPL Patio is reserved just for you!Drop-in between 2 and 3:30 to play games, get creative, have a snack or just relax and read.   You'll also get first pick of the library's newest YA titles.   Weather permitting, no registration required.…Learn More
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Friday, August 910:00 AM—3:00 PMGlass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

"Read and Take Flight" Family Event: Stuffed Animal Sleepover-PICK UP

Pick up your stuffed animal. Watch a slideshow of their adventuresand take them home with their party favor!Generously funded bySandwich Kiwanis Levreault Trustwith additional support from the Friends of the Sandwich Public Library.
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Saturday, August 1010:00 AM—12:00 PMGlass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

D&D Summer Mini Campaign🐉 🧙‍♂️

D&D Summer Mini Campaign🐉 🧙‍♂️Are you a Dungeons & Dragons beginner looking to work on their skills during the summer?  Join Sandwich Public Library and DJ Purtle, President of the SMHS D&D club, for a high fantasy, Summer mini campaign.   This campaign is open to players in grades 7-12.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 11Closed

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Monday, August 12Closed

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Tuesday, August 1310:30—11:00 AMGlass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563
PatioSandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

Toddler Story Time!

Toddler Story TimeJoin Miss Laura and Mrs. Werner  for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We will meet on the patio in the back of the library if the ground is dry and it is not raining and inside if it is raining. This is a drop-in event recommended for ages 1 - 3.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 132:00—4:00 PMGlass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

Summer CRAFTernoon

Summer CRAFTernoonSpend your day in the sun, then stop by the library for our in-person Summer CRAFTernoon!Best for ages 3-12. Space is available on a first come, first served basis. No registration required!Sponsored by the Friends of the Sandwich Public Library.

Tuesday, August 136:30—8:00 PMBoardwalk Room (Room 2)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563
Glass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

Author Talk - Jasmin Graham and Greg Skomal

Author Talk - Jasmin Graham and Greg SkomalJasmin Graham and Greg Skomal author talk: Sharks Don't Sink and Chasing ShadowsTitcomb's Bookshop and the Sandwich Public Library are thrilled to welcome author Jasmin Graham to speak about her new book Sharks Don't Sink: Adventures of a Rogue Shark Scientist (published July 16th) on Tuesday August 13th at 6:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 1410:00 AM—1:00 PMBoardwalk Room (Room 2)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563
Glass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

Read Happy Sewing Group

Read Happy Sewing Group Read Happy is a charitable organization that distributes books & craft kits/ home sewn “ loveys” & board books for babies and home sewn pillowcases & books for older children on Cape Cod. We are funded by Sandwich Kiwanis and a Cape and Islands United Way micro grant.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 146:30—7:30 PMLibrary LawnSandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

"Read and Take Flight" Family Event: Eyes on Owls 🦉

"Read and Take Flight" Family Event: Eyes on Owls 🦉Eyes on Owls presents “Owls up Close” We will have the opportunity to meet 6 live owls and learn about their habitats and behaviors in the wild. This event will take place outside; please bring chairs or blankets for seating. Generously…Learn More
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Thursday, August 1510:00—10:45 AMGlass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563
PatioSandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

"Read and Take Flight" Family Storytime

"Read and Take Flight" Family Storytime"Read and Take Flight"Family Story TimeJoin Mrs. Carmichael for Stories, Songs and more!This drop-in event is recommended for ages 3-8. Sponsored by the Friends of the Sandwich Public Library

Thursday, August 156:30—8:00 PMBoardwalk Room (Room 2)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

Peter Schwind presents: The SS James Longstreet a*k*a "The Target Ship" 🚢

Peter Schwind presents: The SS James Longstreet a*k*a "The Target Ship" 🚢ABOUT THE PRESENTATION:  Do you remember “The Target Ship”? What was the need for a Target Ship and why was it brought to Cape Cod Bay? Perhaps you have your own stories of seeing the SS James Longstreet out in Cape Cod Bay in the '60s, '70s and early '80s.…Learn More
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Friday, August 1610:00—11:00 AMGlass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

Story Walk and Craft with the Sandwich Partnership for Families

Story Walk and Craft with the Sandwich Partnership for FamiliesJoin Miss Lea and Miss Beccafrom the Sandwich Partnership for Familiesat the library. They will lead the group around the library grounds reading the new story walk book,"Ready to Soar" by Cori DoerrfeldThen, everyone will go inside to do an in person craft that relates to the story.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 171:30—3:15 PMGlass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

Family Movie Afternoon🍿🎬

Family Movie Afternoon🍿🎬Families: Drop in for an afternoon showing of Up (PG). Registration is not required and light refreshments will be served. Help SPL cut down on plastic waste by bringing a refillable water bottle to this event. Thank you to the Friends of the Sandwich Public Library for supporting this event.
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Sunday, August 18Closed

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Monday, August 19Closed

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Tuesday, August 2010:30—11:00 AMGlass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563
PatioSandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

Toddler Story Time!

Toddler Story TimeJoin Miss Laura  and Mrs. Werner for stories, songs, finger plays and fun!We will meet on the patio in the back of the library if the ground is dry and it is not raining and inside if it is raining. This is a drop-in event recommended for ages 1 - 3.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 2110:00—11:00 AMBoardwalk Room (Room 2)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

Visit with Children's Author Michelle Cusolito 🐟

Visit with Children's Author Michelle Cusolito 🐟Join us in welcomingAuthorMichelle CusolitoShe will be talking about her new bookWindow into the Ocean Twilight ZoneCusolito takes you along as she discusses her voyage of a lifetime, joining scientists from Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) and international partner organizations on a research trip to study the ocean twilight zone using the newest technologies.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 216:30—8:00 PMBoardwalk Room (Room 2)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

Monarch Butterflies: 2.0 with Jeanne Nichols 🦋

Monarch Butterflies: 2.0 with Jeanne Nichols 🦋Monarch Butterfly event (#2!) with Jeanne Nichols ABOUT THE LECTURE: We invite you to the second in a two part series exploring the wonderful and fascinating world of Monarch Butterflies! We welcomed Butterfly Expert, Jeanne Nichols to the library last April to discuss some of the measures we can take to help minimize the decrease of and possibly help build up the current Monarch population.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 226:00—7:30 PMBoardwalk Room (Room 2)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563
Glass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

Rocks and Fossils! 🔎 🪨 🦖 🐚

Rocks and Fossils with Michael Berendsen Join us in welcoming Mr. Berendson Prepare to embark on a fascinating journey through time as he uncovers the secrets of our planet's past.  From the majestic formations of ancient rock strata to the delicate fossilized remains of creatures that once roamed the Earth, Mr.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 2410:00 AM—12:00 PMGlass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

D&D Summer Mini Campaign🐉 🧙‍♂️

D&D Summer Mini Campaign🐉 🧙‍♂️Are you a Dungeons & Dragons beginner looking to work on their skills during the summer?  Join Sandwich Public Library and DJ Purtle, President of the SMHS D&D club, for a high fantasy, Summer mini campaign.   This campaign is open to players in grades 7-12.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 25Closed

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Monday, August 26Closed

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Wednesday, August 287:00—8:15 PMBoardwalk Room (Room 2)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563
Glass Town Room (Room 1)Sandwich Public Library142 Main St., Sandwich, MA, 02563

Scorton Creek Panel Discussion

Scorton Creek Panel Discussion: Where History and Nature Combine ABOUT THE EVENT: A Nye Museum curator and historian has created a special exhibition called Discovering Scorton Harbor: The Forgotten Dock & Shipyard focusing on the industrial use of the location.…Learn More
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