August 2022

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Wednesday, July 20All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826
YA Section Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

The Great Outdoors Quiz

The Great Outdoors QuizGrades 6 - 12Can you find the answers to these questions about the natural world? Complete the quiz for a chance to win a $10 Shaw’s Ice Cream Gift Card! You can only have your name entered in once. You can complete the quiz at any point through June 27th to August 15th.…Learn More

Monday, August 14:30—5:30 PMMeeting RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Friendship Bracelets

Friendship BraceletsKids ages 7-12 will learn how to make macramé friendship bracelets using embroidery thread! Materials and instruction will be provided.  Registration is required and spots are limited!Registration for this event opens 6/1 @8:30am**THIS EVENT IS FULL.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 20All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826
YA Section Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

The Great Outdoors Quiz

The Great Outdoors QuizGrades 6 - 12Can you find the answers to these questions about the natural world? Complete the quiz for a chance to win a $10 Shaw’s Ice Cream Gift Card! You can only have your name entered in once. You can complete the quiz at any point through June 27th to August 15th.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 26:30—7:30 PMOld Library Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Connie's Book Club

Connie's Book Club meets at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of every month, in the old section of the library, in front of the fireplace.
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Wednesday, July 20All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826
YA Section Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

The Great Outdoors Quiz

The Great Outdoors QuizGrades 6 - 12Can you find the answers to these questions about the natural world? Complete the quiz for a chance to win a $10 Shaw’s Ice Cream Gift Card! You can only have your name entered in once. You can complete the quiz at any point through June 27th to August 15th.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 310:30—11:30 AMMeeting RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Readers Theatre Rehearsal

Readers Theatre Rehearsal**REHEARSALS ARE RESTRICTED TO CHILDREN AGES 6-12 WHO AUDITIONED PRIOR**Rehearsals for Dracut Library's Reader's Theatre group! The group will meet every Wednesday from 10:30am-11:30am up until our performance date (August 17th).   Kids will learn different acting games/exercises, theatre terminology, confidence skills, as well as what it takes to perform in a play!Parents are strongly encouraged to not be in the room while the kids rehearse in order for the show to be kept as a surprise for the performance night.

Wednesday, August 32:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Drive-In Movie

Drive-In MovieKids ages 2-7 will decorate their "car" on Wednesday 8/3 from 2-3 pm, then return on Thursday 8/4 for a screening of a movie! Kiddos will sit in the cars for the big movie premiere! Light snacks provided.  Registration is required and spots are limited.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 20All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826
YA Section Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

The Great Outdoors Quiz

The Great Outdoors QuizGrades 6 - 12Can you find the answers to these questions about the natural world? Complete the quiz for a chance to win a $10 Shaw’s Ice Cream Gift Card! You can only have your name entered in once. You can complete the quiz at any point through June 27th to August 15th.…Learn More

Thursday, August 42:00—4:00 PMOld Library Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Knitting Group

Knitting GroupWe're not just knitters! Join us whether you knit, crochet, or do another form of needlework.   All skill levels welcome.

Thursday, August 42:00—3:00 PMMeeting RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Drive-In Movie

Drive-In MovieKids ages 2-7 will decorate their "car" on Wednesday 8/3 from 2-3 pm, then return on Thursday 8/4 for a screening of a movie! Kiddos will sit in the cars for the big movie premiere! Light snacks provided.  **This event is ONLY for those who are registered to attend the day prior and decorate a car.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 20All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826
YA Section Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

The Great Outdoors Quiz

The Great Outdoors QuizGrades 6 - 12Can you find the answers to these questions about the natural world? Complete the quiz for a chance to win a $10 Shaw’s Ice Cream Gift Card! You can only have your name entered in once. You can complete the quiz at any point through June 27th to August 15th.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 20All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826
YA Section Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

The Great Outdoors Quiz

The Great Outdoors QuizGrades 6 - 12Can you find the answers to these questions about the natural world? Complete the quiz for a chance to win a $10 Shaw’s Ice Cream Gift Card! You can only have your name entered in once. You can complete the quiz at any point through June 27th to August 15th.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 7All DayChildren's RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

1,000 Books Before KindergartenIntroducing. .. . 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten @ the Dracut Library! The challenge is simple: read 1,000 books before your child starts kindergarten! Visit the children's room to receive a log sheet to track your progress. Come see us each time you read a new hundred so we can give you a sticker and take your photos with our progress wall.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 20All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826
YA Section Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

The Great Outdoors Quiz

The Great Outdoors QuizGrades 6 - 12Can you find the answers to these questions about the natural world? Complete the quiz for a chance to win a $10 Shaw’s Ice Cream Gift Card! You can only have your name entered in once. You can complete the quiz at any point through June 27th to August 15th.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 20All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826
YA Section Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

The Great Outdoors Quiz

The Great Outdoors QuizGrades 6 - 12Can you find the answers to these questions about the natural world? Complete the quiz for a chance to win a $10 Shaw’s Ice Cream Gift Card! You can only have your name entered in once. You can complete the quiz at any point through June 27th to August 15th.…Learn More

Monday, August 8All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Friendship Bracelet Take Home Kit

Friendship Bracelet Take Home KitRegister for a kit to make your own bracelets! Instructions and materials will be provided.  This kit makes two bracelets, one for you and one for a friend! All materials are yours to keep. The in person program was for ages 7-12. There is no agre requirement on the kits, but this activity might be more difficult for younger kiddos.…Learn More

Monday, August 82:00—3:00 PMChildren's Craft RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Graphic Novel Book Club : Mr. Pants Camping Catastrophe! by Scott McCormick

Graphic Novel Book Club : Mr. Pants Camping Catastrophe! by Scott McCormickDoes your kiddo love graphic novels? We do too! We are hosting 4 graphic novel book clubs this summer, two for younger readers and two for older readers. This meeting is for kids ages 5-7, and we will be reading Mr. Pants Camping Catastrophe by Scott McCormick.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 20All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826
YA Section Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

The Great Outdoors Quiz

The Great Outdoors QuizGrades 6 - 12Can you find the answers to these questions about the natural world? Complete the quiz for a chance to win a $10 Shaw’s Ice Cream Gift Card! You can only have your name entered in once. You can complete the quiz at any point through June 27th to August 15th.…Learn More

Monday, August 8All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Friendship Bracelet Take Home Kit

Friendship Bracelet Take Home KitRegister for a kit to make your own bracelets! Instructions and materials will be provided.  This kit makes two bracelets, one for you and one for a friend! All materials are yours to keep. The in person program was for ages 7-12. There is no agre requirement on the kits, but this activity might be more difficult for younger kiddos.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 96:00—7:00 PMMeeting RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Talent Show

Talent ShowDoes your kiddo have a talent? Do they want to share it? Sign up for our Talent Show! Registration is required and spots are limited.  Registration for this event opens 6/1 @8:30am
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Wednesday, July 20All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826
YA Section Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

The Great Outdoors Quiz

The Great Outdoors QuizGrades 6 - 12Can you find the answers to these questions about the natural world? Complete the quiz for a chance to win a $10 Shaw’s Ice Cream Gift Card! You can only have your name entered in once. You can complete the quiz at any point through June 27th to August 15th.…Learn More

Monday, August 8All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Friendship Bracelet Take Home Kit

Friendship Bracelet Take Home KitRegister for a kit to make your own bracelets! Instructions and materials will be provided.  This kit makes two bracelets, one for you and one for a friend! All materials are yours to keep. The in person program was for ages 7-12. There is no agre requirement on the kits, but this activity might be more difficult for younger kiddos.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 1010:30—11:30 AMMeeting RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Readers Theatre Rehearsal

Readers Theatre Rehearsal**REHEARSALS ARE RESTRICTED TO CHILDREN AGES 6-12 WHO AUDITIONED PRIOR**Rehearsals for Dracut Library's Reader's Theatre group! The group will meet every Wednesday from 10:30am-11:30am up until our performance date (August 17th).   Kids will learn different acting games/exercises, theatre terminology, confidence skills, as well as what it takes to perform in a play!Parents are strongly encouraged to not be in the room while the kids rehearse in order for the show to be kept as a surprise for the performance night.

Wednesday, August 106:30—7:30 PMMeeting RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

A Conversation with April White, author of Divorce Colony

Join us for a conversation with Dracut native April White on her newly published book The Divorce Colony: How Women Revolutionized Marriage and Found Freedom in the American Frontier (Hachette, 2022). Book signing to follow reading.  
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Wednesday, July 20All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826
YA Section Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

The Great Outdoors Quiz

The Great Outdoors QuizGrades 6 - 12Can you find the answers to these questions about the natural world? Complete the quiz for a chance to win a $10 Shaw’s Ice Cream Gift Card! You can only have your name entered in once. You can complete the quiz at any point through June 27th to August 15th.…Learn More

Monday, August 8All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Friendship Bracelet Take Home Kit

Friendship Bracelet Take Home KitRegister for a kit to make your own bracelets! Instructions and materials will be provided.  This kit makes two bracelets, one for you and one for a friend! All materials are yours to keep. The in person program was for ages 7-12. There is no agre requirement on the kits, but this activity might be more difficult for younger kiddos.…Learn More

Thursday, August 112:00—4:00 PMOld Library Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Knitting Group

Knitting GroupWe're not just knitters! Join us whether you knit, crochet, or do another form of needlework.   All skill levels welcome.

Thursday, August 112:00—3:00 PMChildren's Craft RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Graphic Novel Book Club : Be Prepared by Vera Brogsol

Graphic Novel Book Club : Be Prepared by Vera BrogsolDoes your kiddo love graphic novels? We do too! We are hosting 4 graphic novel book clubs this summer, two for younger readers and two for older readers. This meeting is for kids ages 8-10, and we will be reading Be Prepared by Vera Brogsol. We are very fortunate to have received funding from the Family Resource Network to purchase the books for these clubs.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 20All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826
YA Section Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

The Great Outdoors Quiz

The Great Outdoors QuizGrades 6 - 12Can you find the answers to these questions about the natural world? Complete the quiz for a chance to win a $10 Shaw’s Ice Cream Gift Card! You can only have your name entered in once. You can complete the quiz at any point through June 27th to August 15th.…Learn More

Monday, August 8All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Friendship Bracelet Take Home Kit

Friendship Bracelet Take Home KitRegister for a kit to make your own bracelets! Instructions and materials will be provided.  This kit makes two bracelets, one for you and one for a friend! All materials are yours to keep. The in person program was for ages 7-12. There is no agre requirement on the kits, but this activity might be more difficult for younger kiddos.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 20All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826
YA Section Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

The Great Outdoors Quiz

The Great Outdoors QuizGrades 6 - 12Can you find the answers to these questions about the natural world? Complete the quiz for a chance to win a $10 Shaw’s Ice Cream Gift Card! You can only have your name entered in once. You can complete the quiz at any point through June 27th to August 15th.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 14All DayChildren's RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

1,000 Books Before KindergartenIntroducing. .. . 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten @ the Dracut Library! The challenge is simple: read 1,000 books before your child starts kindergarten! Visit the children's room to receive a log sheet to track your progress. Come see us each time you read a new hundred so we can give you a sticker and take your photos with our progress wall.…Learn More

Wednesday, July 20All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826
YA Section Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

The Great Outdoors Quiz

The Great Outdoors QuizGrades 6 - 12Can you find the answers to these questions about the natural world? Complete the quiz for a chance to win a $10 Shaw’s Ice Cream Gift Card! You can only have your name entered in once. You can complete the quiz at any point through June 27th to August 15th.…Learn More
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Wednesday, July 20All DayOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826
YA Section Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

The Great Outdoors Quiz

The Great Outdoors QuizGrades 6 - 12Can you find the answers to these questions about the natural world? Complete the quiz for a chance to win a $10 Shaw’s Ice Cream Gift Card! You can only have your name entered in once. You can complete the quiz at any point through June 27th to August 15th.…Learn More

Monday, August 156:00—7:00 PMOutdoorsMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

F-Word Farm Tour

blueberries from f word farmJoin us for a tour of F-Word Farm in Dracut, and learn from owner Emily Makrez how to grow and harvest your own vegetables and spices. Wear comfortable shoes and bring your questions about growing your own foods! Please register so we know to expect you and so we can let you know if plans need to change.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 1710:30—11:30 AMMeeting RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Reader's Theatre Rehearsal

Reader's Theatre Rehearsal**REHEARSALS ARE RESTRICTED TO CHILDREN AGES 6-12 WHO AUDITIONED PRIOR** Rehearsals for Dracut Library's Reader's Theatre group! The group will meet every Wednesday from 10:30am-11:30am up until our performance date (August 17th). Kids will learn different acting games/exercises, theatre terminology, confidence skills, as well as what it takes to perform in a play! Parents are strongly encouraged to not be in the room while the kids rehearse in order for the show to be kept as a surprise for the performance night.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 176:00—7:00 PMMeeting RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Reader's Theatre Performance

Reader's Theatre Performance Join us for our Reader's Theatre Groups' Performance of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz! Performance will be from 6-7pm in our Meeting RoomTickets are limited and attendance will be on a first come, first serve basis. Cast members have been given tickets for their families, so we will have a limited seating due to the capacity of the room.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 182:00—4:00 PMOld Library Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Knitting Group

Knitting GroupWe're not just knitters! Join us whether you knit, crochet, or do another form of needlework.   All skill levels welcome.
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Sunday, August 21All DayChildren's RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

1,000 Books Before KindergartenIntroducing. .. . 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten @ the Dracut Library! The challenge is simple: read 1,000 books before your child starts kindergarten! Visit the children's room to receive a log sheet to track your progress. Come see us each time you read a new hundred so we can give you a sticker and take your photos with our progress wall.…Learn More
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Monday, August 227:00—8:00 PMOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Online LGBTQ+ Book Club with Peabody & Ashland Libraries

Cover of Other Boys by Damian AlexanderWe are so pleased to be partnering with the Ashland Public Library and the Peabody Institute Library to bring you this book club for the LGBTQ+ community and allies! If you are between the ages of 15-100 years old (yes, really!) and would like to chat about books that celebrate LGBTQ+ lives, and to use books as a springboard to discuss the challenges, we hope you can join us.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 2411:00 AM—12:00 PMOnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

VIRTUAL: Living with Wildlife in Massachusetts with the Mass Audubon

VIRTUAL: Living with Wildlife in Massachusetts with the Mass Audubon**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email. **We share Massachusetts with a diverse range of wildlife that you may have come across exploring your neighborhood or making headlines in the news.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 246:00—8:00 PMOutdoorsMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Classic & Custom Car Show and Book Sale

Classic & Custom Car Show and Book SaleCruise on over to the Parker Memorial Library for our Classic & Custom Car Show, back by popular demand! Take a ride down memory lane and meet other local car enthusiasts! The Friends of the Library will also be holding a Mini Book Sale during the event.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 246:00—7:00 PMOutdoorsMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Open Space Hike - Beaver Brook Farm

beaver brookExplore local open spaces by joining a guided tour with a member of the OpenSpace Committee! We'll have several different hikes for teens and adults of all abilities throughout the summer and fall. Our third hike will be at Beaver Brook at 761 Mammoth Road.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 246:30—7:30 PMMeeting RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826
OnlineMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Non-Fiction Book Club

Non-Fiction Book ClubNonfiction book group meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. AUGUST MEETING WILL BE ON THE 4TH WEDNESDAY BECAUSE OF A READERS THEATRE EVENT IN OUR MEETING ROOM ON THE 3RD WEDNESDAY. This is a hybrid meeting that meets via zoom and in person in the library's meeting room.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 252:00—4:00 PMOld Library Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Knitting Group

Knitting GroupWe're not just knitters! Join us whether you knit, crochet, or do another form of needlework.   All skill levels welcome.
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Friday, August 2610:30—11:30 AMChildren's Craft RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Kindergarten Storytime

Kindergarten StorytimeIs your child starting Kindergarten in September? We have a special storytime just for you! Incoming kindergarteners, join us for a storytime all about kindergarten! We will focus on kindergarten readiness skills and get excited for school. Registration is required and spots are limited.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 28All DayChildren's RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

1,000 Books Before KindergartenIntroducing. .. . 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten @ the Dracut Library! The challenge is simple: read 1,000 books before your child starts kindergarten! Visit the children's room to receive a log sheet to track your progress. Come see us each time you read a new hundred so we can give you a sticker and take your photos with our progress wall.…Learn More
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Monday, August 294:30—5:30 PMOutdoorsMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Back-to-School Tie Dye

Back-to-School Tie DyeKids and teens, join us to create a tie dye shirt for back-to school! Please BRING YOUR OWN MATERIAL TO DYE, and we will provide dye, rubber bands, gloves, instruction and a care sheet.  Kids in grades k-12 only please.  Registration is required and spots are limited.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 311:30—2:30 PMOld Library Main Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Wednesday Afternoon Book Group

cover image of Hedy's FollyThis fiction and nonfiction book group meets on the last Wednesday of the month, from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm in the Fireplace Room. New members are always welcome. Copies of the title to be discussed will be available at the Circulation Desk a month prior to each meeting.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 316:00—7:00 PMOutdoorsMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Open Space Hike - Tranquility Trail

Tranquility TrailExplore local open spaces by joining a guided tour with a member of the OpenSpace Committee! We'll have several different hikes for teens and adults of all abilities throughout the summer and fall. Our fourth hike will be at Tranquility Trail at 680 Broadway.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 316:00—6:30 PMChildren's Craft RoomMain Library28 Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826

Bedtime Storytime

Bedtime StorytimeJoin Miss Megan for a storytime all about bedtime, at bedtime! We will read bedtime books, sing some songs, and do a small craft. Pajamas are encouraged! This storytime will be geared for ages 2-7, but older and younger kiddos are more than welcome to join us.…Learn More