January 2024

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Monday, January 1Library Closed

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Thursday, January 411:00 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Music & Story Time with Early Intervention (B,MCI)

Music & Story Time with Early Intervention (B,MCI)Music & Story Time for children 5 and under and their caregivers where EI clinicians model ways to use books, songs, movement, and instruments to increase peer socialization, imitation skills, language development, sensory integration, and motor skills.…Learn More

Thursday, January 46:00—8:45 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

Tabletop Board Game Group for Adults (A, B, MCI)

Tabletop Board Game Group for Adults (A, B, MCI)Drop-in for an evening of strategic tabletop fun at the Burlington Public Library Board Game Group. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or a curious newcomer, we welcome those age 16+ to get hooked on the amazing hobby of tabletop board games.
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Monday, January 8All DayZoom

Friends Board Meeting on ZOOM

Friends of the Burlington Public Library monthly Board meeting on Zoom.

Monday, January 87:00—8:00 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Teen Event: Pour Paint Night (B, MCI)

Teen Event: Pour Paint Night (B, MCI)Mix and pour acrylic paints to make a fun abstract painting. No experience necessary! Please wear clothing that you don't mind getting paint on. For students entering grades 6-12. Registration required.…Learn More

Monday, January 87:00—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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Wednesday, January 107:00—8:00 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

The Woman Who Stole Vermeer HYBRID EVENT

The Woman Who Stole Vermeer HYBRID EVENTJoin us for a wonderful evening with Anthony Amore, the Director of Security and Chief Investigator at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, where he is charged with the ongoing efforts to recover thirteen works of art stolen from the museum on March 18, 1990.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 1111:00 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Music & Story Time with Early Intervention (B,MCI)

Music & Story Time with Early Intervention (B,MCI)Music & Story Time for children 5 and under and their caregivers where EI clinicians model ways to use books, songs, movement, and instruments to increase peer socialization, imitation skills, language development, sensory integration, and motor skills.…Learn More

Thursday, January 117:00—8:15 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

Intro to Ukulele

Intro to UkuleleWant to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing. No experience necessary. Ukuleles provided but feel free to bring your own!  This event is for adults and teens.
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Saturday, January 1310:30—11:30 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

Musical Story Time with Music Julie (A, B,MCI)

Musical Story Time with Music Julie (A, B,MCI)Ages 0-5Join Music Julie and her ukulele for music, stories, and fun! Drop-In Event
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Monday, January 15Library Closed

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Tuesday, January 1610:30—11:00 AMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Toddler Storytime

 Toddler Storytime  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
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Wednesday, 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

 Toddler Storytime  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 1711:30 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime 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 176:00—8:00 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

Teen Pizza & Movie Night: Five Nights at Freddy's

Teen Pizza & Movie Night: Five Nights at Freddy'sWatch the new Five Night at Freddy's movie on the big screen while enjoying pizza and snacks! One lucky winner will go home with a dvd of the movie!Please note that this movie is rated PG-13. Registration required. For grades 6-12.

Wednesday, January 177:00—8:00 PMPeriodicals RoomBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Fables & Fantasy Book Club - The Book That Wouldn't Burn

Fables & Fantasy Book Club - The Book That Wouldn't BurnJoin Daphne and discuss a fantasy book every third Wednesday! The book for January is The Book That Wouldn't Burn by Mark Lawrence. Summary: Two strangers find themselves connected by a mysterious and vast library, which contains many wonders and even more secrets, in the powerfully moving first book in a new series from the international bestselling author of Red Sister and Prince of Thorns.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 1811:00 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Music & Story Time with Early Intervention (B,MCI)

Music & Story Time with Early Intervention (B,MCI)Music & Story Time for children 5 and under and their caregivers where EI clinicians model ways to use books, songs, movement, and instruments to increase peer socialization, imitation skills, language development, sensory integration, and motor skills.…Learn More

Thursday, January 183:00—5:00 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Afternoon Maker Meetup for Adults featuring...

Afternoon Maker Meetup for Adults featuring...Maker Meetup for Adults!  January is Pour Paint. Shelley will show you how to make original paintings by pouring paint on canvas. All materials provided. Two identical sessions. Register for ONE. For patrons 18+ only.

Thursday, January 184:00—5:00 PMFogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Teen Volunteer: Bookend Painting (MCI)

Teen Volunteer: Bookend Painting (MCI)We are decorating bookends for the teen area! Help us paint and seal old bookends to display in the teen area. For grades 6-12. Registration required.

Thursday, January 186:30—8:30 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Evening Maker Meetup for Adults featuring...

Evening Maker Meetup for Adults featuring...Maker Meetup for Adults!  January is Pour Paint.   Shelley will show you how to make original paintings by pouring paint on canvas. All materials provided. Two identical sessions. Register for ONE. For patrons 18+ only.
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Friday, January 1910:30—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 (A,B,MCI)

Toddler Story & Craft (A,B,MCI)For caregivers with children ages 18-36 months!Join us for a toddler story and craft based on the tale!Registration open week before event

Friday, January 1911:30 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 (A,B.MCI)

Preschool Story & Craft  (A,B.MCI)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

Friday, January 196:30—9:00 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

Diana of LOVE™ Live Theatrical Performance by History At Play™, LLC

Diana of LOVE™ Live Theatrical Performance by History At Play™, LLCTHIS EVENT HAS SOLD OUT.   CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO GET ON THE WAITLIST. Ticket Link: CLICK HEREPrincess Diana. A Generation LaterHistory At Play™, LLC Presents an Immersive Living History ExperienceStarring Judith Kalaora.   Featuring Original Art by Joanna Ciampa & Music by Zoe KnightThe performance, Diana of LOVE™, runs approximately 90 minutes without intermission.…Learn More
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Monday, January 2210:30—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 227:00—8:00 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Teen Advisory Group (B, MCI)

Teen Advisory Group (B, MCI)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 books for the library to purchase. Sometimes - we even decorate the children's area.…Learn More
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Tuesday, January 2310:30—11:00 AMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Toddler Storytime

 Toddler Storytime  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 231:00—1:30 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Sing, Move, & Story (B,MCI) Click to Register

 Sing, Move, & Story (B,MCI) Click to RegisterAges 2-5 Have fun and support your child’s growth and learning through songs, movement and a story (and receive a free book!) with Community Connections, a CFCE Grant Program funded by the Dept of Early Education and Care. Register HERE…Learn More

Tuesday, January 234:00—4:30 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Pokémon Club (B, MCI)

Pokémon Club (B, MCI)Students in Grades K-5For kids that love all things Pokémon. Kids are welcome to bring Pokémon cards to trade, and light activities will be enjoyed.  Drop-In Event
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Wednesday, 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

 Toddler Storytime  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 2411:30 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime 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
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Thursday, January 2511:00 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Music & Story Time with Early Intervention (B,MCI)

Music & Story Time with Early Intervention (B,MCI)Music & Story Time for children 5 and under and their caregivers where EI clinicians model ways to use books, songs, movement, and instruments to increase peer socialization, imitation skills, language development, sensory integration, and motor skills.…Learn More

Thursday, January 257:00—8:00 PMFogelberg ABurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Night Owls Book Club

Night Owls Book ClubThe Last Thursday Book is now the Burlington Night Owls Book Club! Join us for lively conversation around the featured title. No registration required - just drop in!
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Friday, January 2610:30 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 (A,B,MCI)

Toddler Movie Day (A,B,MCI)Children 18 Months - 3 Years Join 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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Monday, January 2910:30—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 297:00—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. 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

Monday, January 297:00—9:00 PMZoom

Friends Annual Meeting - ZOOM

Please join the Friends of the Burlington Public Library for their annual meeting.  Learn what the Friends are about, how you can get involved and vote on a variety of items for the upcoming year.     All are invited to attend. Register to obtain the Zoom link.
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Tuesday, January 3010:30—11:00 AMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Toddler Storytime

 Toddler Storytime  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
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Wednesday, 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

 Toddler Storytime  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 3111:30 AM—12:00 PMFogelberg BBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803
Fogelberg CBurlington Public Library22 Sears Street, Burlington, MA, 01803

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime 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