January 2023

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Sunday, January 1Library Closed

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Monday, January 2Library Closed

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Wednesday, January 47:00—8:00 PMZoom

VIRTUAL: Maureen Johnson (Nine Liars) in Conversation with Jennifer Lynn Barnes (The Final Gambit)

VIRTUAL: Maureen Johnson (Nine Liars) in Conversation with Jennifer Lynn Barnes (The Final Gambit)**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM.   Please register HERE. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email the day before the event. ** This program is hosted by the Tewksbury Public Library, in collaboration with dozens of Massachusetts public libraries and is open to both adults and teens.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 510:30—11:15 AMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Creation Station: Winter

Creation Station: WinterAges 2-5A variety of open-ended winter inspired materials will be put out for children to create their own winter creation including markers, collage materials and glue!Registration Opens One Week Before Event
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Friday, January 610:15 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Burlington Quilt Club (A)

To share the knowledge and love of quilting. Free and open to all.  No equipment requested.
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Sunday, January 81:30—4:30 PMSmall Meeting RoomBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Prabasi (MR4)

Prabasi, INC is  non-profit organization involved in cultural activities. Board Members meeting. Free and Open To All

Sunday, January 83:00—4:15 PMZoom

Sunflowers and Starry Nights: The Genius of Vincent Van Gogh with Jane Oneail (Zoom)

Sunflowers and Starry Nights: The Genius of Vincent Van Gogh with Jane Oneail (Zoom)Registration is required for this Zoom event. Register ***HERE*** Vincent Van Gogh is one of the world’s most famous artists. This interactive program will look at his life and work, exploring his influence, his innovations and his incredible legacy.…Learn More
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Monday, January 97:00—8:30 PMZoom

Friends' Board Meeting (Virtual Event)

The Friends' of the Burlington Public Library Board will meet.   All are welcome to attend. If you would like a Zoom link to attend this meeting, please call Marnie Smith, Asst. Library Director, and she will sent it  to you.

Monday, January 97:00—8:30 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

BPL Chess Club (A)

BPL Chess Club (A)Come join us in person and test your skills in a friendly night of chess. No registration needed, just drop in and see who is up for a game. Chess boards will be provided. All ages are welcome.  Questions? Email Justin at jacosta@burlingtonpl. org
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Tuesday, January 1010:30 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Zoom

Great Decisions and Current Events Discussion Series (A) Hybrid Event

Great Decisions and Current Events Discussion Series (A) Hybrid EventA 12 part discussion series led by the members of the group. The first 4 weeks will focus on current events and the next 8 will focus on American foreign policy. Great Decisions and Current Events will be held in the library with the option of attending virtually.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 126:30—7:30 PMZoom

Cooking with Chef Kelcy!

Cooking with Chef Kelcy!Class: Join Chef Kelcy as she welcomes you into her home to learn one of her favorite cozy winter meals, melt in your mouth Apple and Onion Pork Roast. This pork roast is a versatile recipe that can be done in the oven, slow cooker, or even the instantpot! For this workshop, Chef Kelcy will use her instantpot to demonstrate how easy it is to use this amazing kitchen tool in everyday cooking! Paired with Brown Butter Mashed Sweet Potato and a seasonally inspired vegetable, these recipes are sure to become a household favorite! Please note: For those hoping to cook during the demo, Chef Kelcy moves fast through the process and this menu will be demonstrated using an instantpot.…Learn More
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Friday, January 1310:30 AM—12:00 PMPeriodicals RoomBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Craft & Chat Session

Craft & Chat Session Come chat with other crafters! Bring your current knitting, crocheting, embroidery, or sewing project. All skill levels welcome, informal with no instruction.  Questions? dschigiel@burlingtonpl. org
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Saturday, January 142:00—4:30 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Garment Gurus (A)

Promote knowledge of and competence in and love of Garment Sewing. Free and open to all.
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Monday, January 16Library Closed

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Tuesday, January 1710:30—11:00 AMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Toddler Storytime (B, MCI)

 Toddler Storytime  (B, MCI)Join us for Toddler Storytime! Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10:30am For caregivers with children ages 18-36 months. Interact with your toddler to nurture a love of books! Be active with music and movement!…Learn More

Tuesday, January 1710:30 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Zoom

Great Decisions and Current Events Discussion Series (A) Hybrid Event

Great Decisions and Current Events Discussion Series (A) Hybrid EventA 12 part discussion series led by the members of the group. The first 4 weeks will focus on current events and the next 8 will focus on American foreign policy. Great Decisions and Current Events will be held in the library with the option of attending virtually.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 177:00—8:30 PMZoom

Friends of the Burlington Public Library Annual Meeting (Virtual Event)

The Friends of the Burlington will hold its annual meeting.   All are welcomed.   The Friends of the Burlington Public Library supports the Library through fund-raising and sponsoring public programs. Registration is required to attend this Zoom event.…Learn More
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Wednesday, January 1810:30—11:00 AMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Toddler Storytime (B, MCI)

 Toddler Storytime  (B, MCI)Join us for Toddler Storytime! Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10:30am For caregivers with children ages 18-36 months. Interact with your toddler to nurture a love of books! Be active with music and movement!…Learn More

Wednesday, January 1811:30 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Preschool Storytime (B,MCI)

Preschool Storytime (B,MCI)Join us for Preschool Storytime!For caregivers with children ages 3-6 years. Help your preschooler get ready to read! Enjoy stories together! Please note: Caregivers are expected to stay with children during all storytime sessions.…Learn More

Wednesday, January 183:00—4:00 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

SoJust Club

SoJust ClubA social justice club empowering tweens to tackle tough topics and use their voice to make a difference in their community through education and service. Snacks served. Open to middle school students in 6th - 8th grade.  

Wednesday, January 187:00—8:00 PMSmall Meeting RoomBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Fables & Fantasy Book Club - Black Sun (MR4)

Fables & Fantasy Book Club - Black Sun (MR4)Join Daphne and discuss a fantasy book every third Wednesday! The book for December/January is Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse. Summary: "A god will return When the earth and sky converge. Under the black sun In the holy city of Tova, the winter solstice is usually a time for celebration and renewal, but this year it coincides with a solar eclipse, a rare celestial event proscribed by the Sun Priest as an unbalancing of the world.…Learn More

Wednesday, January 187:00—8:30 PMZoom

Winter Pruning: Why, When, and How to Prune your Shrubs (Zoom Event)

Winter Pruning: Why, When, and How to Prune your Shrubs (Zoom Event)Registration is required for this Zoom event.   Register***HERE***Learn the basics of pruning deciduous shrubs, with an emphasis on structural pruning that can be done during winter, even for spring-flowering shrubs. You’ll come away with new insights and skills, including “how to” info on proper methods and tools.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 194:00—4:45 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Lunar New Year Crafts

Lunar New Year CraftsPreK-Grade 3Celebrate Lunar New Year with some fun crafts. Registration Opens One Week Before Event
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Friday, January 2010:30—11:00 AMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Toddler Story & Craft

Toddler Story & CraftFor caregivers with children ages 18-36 months! Join us for a toddler story and craft based on the tale! Registration open week before event…Learn More

Friday, January 2011:30 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Preschool Story & Craft

Preschool Story & Craft For caregivers with children ages 3-6 years! Join us for a preschool story and craft based on the tale! Registration open one week before event…Learn More
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Monday, January 2310:30—11:00 AMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Baby Storytime (B,MCI)

Baby Storytime (B,MCI)For caregivers with children ages birth - 18 months. Delight and stimulate your baby's senses with books, songs and puppets! Build brain power!…Learn More

Monday, January 234:00—4:45 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Lego Club

Lego ClubFor Ages 5-11 with caregivers. We provide the Legos - you bring your imagination! No registration required - see you @ the library!…Learn More

Monday, January 237:00—8:00 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Teen Advisory Group

Teen Advisory GroupTeen Advisory Group is BACK. This group is open to students in 6th - 12th grade. Meet with Jenna to help plan future teen events, help plan, prepare and run larger children's events, learn about new books and recommend games and DVDS for the library to purchase.…Learn More
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Tuesday, January 2410:30—11:00 AMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Toddler Storytime (B, MCI)

 Toddler Storytime  (B, MCI)Join us for Toddler Storytime! Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10:30am For caregivers with children ages 18-36 months. Interact with your toddler to nurture a love of books! Be active with music and movement!…Learn More

Tuesday, January 2410:30 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Zoom

Great Decisions and Current Events Discussion Series (A) Hybrid Event

Great Decisions and Current Events Discussion Series (A) Hybrid EventA 12 part discussion series led by the members of the group. The first 4 weeks will focus on current events and the next 8 will focus on American foreign policy. Great Decisions and Current Events will be held in the library with the option of attending virtually.…Learn More
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Wednesday, January 2510:30—11:00 AMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Toddler Storytime (B, MCI)

 Toddler Storytime  (B, MCI)Join us for Toddler Storytime! Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10:30am For caregivers with children ages 18-36 months. Interact with your toddler to nurture a love of books! Be active with music and movement!…Learn More

Wednesday, January 2511:30 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Preschool Storytime (B,MCI)

Preschool Storytime (B,MCI)Join us for Preschool Storytime!For caregivers with children ages 3-6 years. Help your preschooler get ready to read! Enjoy stories together! Please note: Caregivers are expected to stay with children during all storytime sessions.…Learn More

Wednesday, January 257:00—8:00 PMZoom

James Herriot: Life of the World's Most Famous Veterinarian (Zoom)

James Herriot: Life of the World's Most Famous Veterinarian (Zoom)Join Anglophile Claire Evans in this Zoom webinar as she recounts the life and times of Alf Wight, an unassuming country veterinarian who practiced for 50 years in the Yorkshire Dales.  Alf Wight rose to international fame later in life under the pen name James Herriot as he recounted the heartwarming animal stories and colorful characters of a bygone era, inspiring a film and multiple television series.…Learn More
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Friday, January 2710:30 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Toddler Movie Day

Toddler Movie Day Children 18 Months - 3 YearsJoin us for a short children's movie and some activities. Lights will be left on, and children will not be expected to be quiet. Simple coloring activities will be available in the back of the room for children. Feel free to bring snacks and drinks for children.…Learn More
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Saturday, January 2810:00—11:45 AMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

The Shared Shelf Book Club(A)

Local Book Club Discussion. All welcome. Book club is available on Meetup by same name for details on which book is being discussed monthly.

Saturday, January 282:00—4:00 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Lego Build: Grades 3-6

Lego Build: Grades 3-6 Stop by the library between the times of 2-4pm to build a Lego set with friends.  Drop-In EventJanuary will be Harry Potter themed Lego set
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Monday, January 3010:30—11:00 AMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Baby Storytime (B,MCI)

Baby Storytime (B,MCI)For caregivers with children ages birth - 18 months. Delight and stimulate your baby's senses with books, songs and puppets! Build brain power!…Learn More

Monday, January 307:00—8:15 PMZoom

Virtual Trivia Night - Zoom

Virtual Trivia Night - ZoomJoin us on Zoom for a fun friendly night of trivia! Play solo, or with a team (virtually speaking). Trivia questions will be read aloud and displayed in a slide show presentation in Zoom. No webcams or microphones necessary. Please note: While all ages are welcome, trivia questions are geared toward adults in content and challenge rating.…Learn More
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Tuesday, January 3110:30—11:00 AMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Toddler Storytime (B, MCI)

 Toddler Storytime  (B, MCI)Join us for Toddler Storytime! Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10:30am For caregivers with children ages 18-36 months. Interact with your toddler to nurture a love of books! Be active with music and movement!…Learn More

Tuesday, January 3110:30 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Zoom

Great Decisions and Current Events Discussion Series (A) Hybrid Event

Great Decisions and Current Events Discussion Series (A) Hybrid EventA 12 part discussion series led by the members of the group. The first 4 weeks will focus on current events and the next 8 will focus on American foreign policy. Great Decisions and Current Events will be held in the library with the option of attending virtually.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 311:00—2:30 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

English at Large Conversation Group (A)

English at Large Conversation Group (A)The Burlington Public Library has partnered with English At Large to host conversation groups at the library. English At Large conversation groups are groups of 8-12 learners who meet weekly to practice their English speaking skills. The groups provide an opportunity for learners to improve their speaking confidence and meet other adults who are learning English.…Learn More