WINCHENDON — Head out of the house this month and enjoy spring break at the Beals Memorial Library. During the week of April 18-23, school vacation, the library will be hosting a few fun programs for children and adults alike. All programs are free and open to the public.
On Wednesday, April 20, at 2 p.m., the library, in partnership with the Clark YMCA, will kick off their spring break programs by welcoming back their furry, feathery, sometimes scaly friends from Animal Adventures. Come meet the animals and hear some interesting stories about them. Animal Adventures presents a fun and unique learning experience to be enjoyed by people of all ages. This program will be held at the Clark YMCA Field House and registration is not required. The event is funded in part by the Winchendon Cultural Council and the Friends of the Library.
On Friday, April 22, at 1 p.m., join the library staff for a fun hour of Legos, Games, and More. The library has tons of Legos, and a growing selection of puzzles, board games and card games. This program is open to children ages 5 to 11; no sign-ups necessary.
On Saturday, April 23, from 10 a.m. to noon, the library and Heal Winchendon will be presenting Sewing with Martha, the first learning opportunity in the Winchendon Skillshare Program. Come to the library for a three-week instructed sewing class, starting on April 23 and continuing on April 30 and May 7. Participants will be making their own tote bag. This program is for kids, grades 6 and up. Supplies will be provided. Registration is required and all sign-ups are online at https://www.bealslibrary.org/skillshare.
Also on Saturday, April 23, at 7 p.m., the library will be rounding out its spring break activities by hosting an evening of jazz with John Arcaro and Band. The concert will feature interpretations of the “Great American Songbook” as well as contemporary jazz compositions.
Reserve your seat for this show online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/307320272207.
The Beals Memorial Library is located at 50 Pleasant St. in Winchendon and the Clark YMCA is located at 155 Central St. For more information or to register for upcoming programs, contact the library at 978-297-0300 or visit bealslibrary.org.