Library Events

Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Jacob Edwards Library! All events are free and open to the public.

          
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Crafty Weds
All Day 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
 Crafty Weds
Wednesday, Jun. 24, All Day 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Children's Room Jacob Edwards Library
Join us every Wednesday for a craft. Drop in anytime all day! New craft each week ! Come create, explore, and have fun with us at the library. 
Pride Art Show & Celebration
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
 Pride Art Show & Celebration
Wednesday, Jun. 24, 9:00 am - 5:00 pmPride Art Show & Cel
Jacob Edwards Library
The Pride Art Show and Celebration is a vibrant event dedicated to showcasing the talents and stories of LGBTQIA+ artists, family and friends. Attendees can expect a dynamic gallery of paintings, handiwork, photography, and mixed media works, all reflecting the diverse experiences within the communi...read more
Children’s Summer Reading Registration " Plant a Seed Read"
All Day
Children’s Summer Reading Registration " Plant a Seed Read"
Wednesday, Jun. 24, All Day Children’s Sum
Jacob Edwards Library
Jacob Edwards Library launches its Plant a Seed, Read summer reading program on June 29, 2026.Over a six-week period, the library will host a range of free activities for children to encourage and support a love of reading. Participants can win prizes for reaching their reading goals.“We&rsquo...read more
Adult & Teen 2026 Summer Reading Registration
Adult & Teen 2026 Summer Reading Registration
Wednesday, Jun. 24Adult & Teen 2026 Su
Jacob Edwards Library
JEL's Plant a Seed, Read Summer Reading Program will run from June 29 - August 7, 2026.Earn tickets for prize drawings for attending programs, completing activities, and checking items out.Teen and Adult prizes will be awarded each week and a bonus prize for each age group will be awarded at the...read more
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Pride Art Show & Celebration
9:00 am - 8:00 pm
 Pride Art Show & Celebration
Thursday, Jun. 25, 9:00 am - 8:00 pmPride Art Show & Cel
Jacob Edwards Library
The Pride Art Show and Celebration is a vibrant event dedicated to showcasing the talents and stories of LGBTQIA+ artists, family and friends. Attendees can expect a dynamic gallery of paintings, handiwork, photography, and mixed media works, all reflecting the diverse experiences within the communi...read more
Children’s Summer Reading Registration " Plant a Seed Read"
All Day
Children’s Summer Reading Registration " Plant a Seed Read"
Thursday, Jun. 25, All Day Children’s Sum
Jacob Edwards Library
Jacob Edwards Library launches its Plant a Seed, Read summer reading program on June 29, 2026.Over a six-week period, the library will host a range of free activities for children to encourage and support a love of reading. Participants can win prizes for reaching their reading goals.“We&rsquo...read more
Adult & Teen 2026 Summer Reading Registration
Adult & Teen 2026 Summer Reading Registration
Thursday, Jun. 25Adult & Teen 2026 Su
Jacob Edwards Library
JEL's Plant a Seed, Read Summer Reading Program will run from June 29 - August 7, 2026.Earn tickets for prize drawings for attending programs, completing activities, and checking items out.Teen and Adult prizes will be awarded each week and a bonus prize for each age group will be awarded at the...read more
Handprint Pride Activity
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
 Handprint Pride Activity
Thursday, Jun. 25, 11:00 am - 12:00 pmHandprint Pride Acti
Jacob Edwards Library
Join Lilly from the Southbridge Family Resource Center to celebrate 20 years of Pride at JEL!Participants will take part in a handprint self-identity activity, where each person uses painted or colored handprints to represent different parts of who they are. These handprints can be decorated with co...read more
Sensory Space 06/05/2026
3:30pm-4:30pm
 Sensory Space 06/05/2026
Thursday, Jun. 25, 3:30pm-4:30pmSensory Space 06/05/
Jacob Edwards Library
Join us on Thursday 6/25/2026 from 3:30 pm- 4:30 pm as we expore sorting and lacing activities.This is a sensory friendly space to read together, make friends, and explore sensory activities.  This program is inclusive, but primarily created with children on the Autism Spectrum in mind. For age...read more
Book Bedazzling Workshop
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
 Book Bedazzling Workshop
Thursday, Jun. 25, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pmBook Bedazzling Work
Jacob Edwards Library
Space is limited - please register in advance.Add some sparkle to your bookshelf as you learn to bedazzle a book! We will have all of the needed supplies available, but participants may bring their own book to work on if they wish.

or call 508-764-5426.
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Pride Art Show & Celebration
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
 Pride Art Show & Celebration
Friday, Jun. 26, 9:00 am - 5:00 pmPride Art Show & Cel
Jacob Edwards Library
The Pride Art Show and Celebration is a vibrant event dedicated to showcasing the talents and stories of LGBTQIA+ artists, family and friends. Attendees can expect a dynamic gallery of paintings, handiwork, photography, and mixed media works, all reflecting the diverse experiences within the communi...read more
Children’s Summer Reading Registration " Plant a Seed Read"
All Day
Children’s Summer Reading Registration " Plant a Seed Read"
Friday, Jun. 26, All Day Children’s Sum
Jacob Edwards Library
Jacob Edwards Library launches its Plant a Seed, Read summer reading program on June 29, 2026.Over a six-week period, the library will host a range of free activities for children to encourage and support a love of reading. Participants can win prizes for reaching their reading goals.“We&rsquo...read more
Adult & Teen 2026 Summer Reading Registration
Adult & Teen 2026 Summer Reading Registration
Friday, Jun. 26Adult & Teen 2026 Su
Jacob Edwards Library
JEL's Plant a Seed, Read Summer Reading Program will run from June 29 - August 7, 2026.Earn tickets for prize drawings for attending programs, completing activities, and checking items out.Teen and Adult prizes will be awarded each week and a bonus prize for each age group will be awarded at the...read more
Digital Literacy Course - Week 3 - Staying Connected with Family & Friends
9:30 - 10:30 am
Digital Literacy Course - Week 3 - Staying Connected with Family & Friends
Friday, Jun. 26, 9:30 - 10:30 amDigital Literacy Cou
Jacob Edwards Library
Join us for a FREE series of supportive, beginner-friendly classes focused on building confidence with everyday technology, in partnership with Our Bright Future.
Tales for Twos Story Time
10:30am
 Tales for Twos Story Time
Friday, Jun. 26, 10:30amTales for Twos Story
Children's Room Jacob Edwards Library
Tales for Twos Story Time  Fridays at  10:30-11:00amEnjoy engaging stories, songs, and simple fun for babies, toddlers, and caregivers. 
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Library is Closed on Saturdays June-August
9am
Library is Closed on Saturdays June-August
Saturday, Jun. 27
Jacob Edwards Library
The library is closed on Saturdays June through August.
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Pride Art Show & Celebration
9:00 am - 8:00 pm
 Pride Art Show & Celebration
Monday, Jun. 29, 9:00 am - 8:00 pmPride Art Show & Cel
Jacob Edwards Library
The Pride Art Show and Celebration is a vibrant event dedicated to showcasing the talents and stories of LGBTQIA+ artists, family and friends. Attendees can expect a dynamic gallery of paintings, handiwork, photography, and mixed media works, all reflecting the diverse experiences within the communi...read more
Children’s Summer Reading Registration " Plant a Seed Read"
All Day
Children’s Summer Reading Registration " Plant a Seed Read"
Monday, Jun. 29, All Day Children’s Sum
Jacob Edwards Library
Jacob Edwards Library launches its Plant a Seed, Read summer reading program on June 29, 2026.Over a six-week period, the library will host a range of free activities for children to encourage and support a love of reading. Participants can win prizes for reaching their reading goals.“We&rsquo...read more
Adult & Teen 2026 Summer Reading Registration
ALL DAY
Adult & Teen 2026 Summer Reading Registration
Monday, Jun. 29, ALL DAYAdult & Teen 2026 Su
Jacob Edwards Library
JEL's Plant a Seed, Read Summer Reading Program will run from June 29 - August 7, 2026.Earn tickets for prize drawings for attending programs, completing activities, and checking items out.Teen and Adult prizes will be awarded each week and a bonus prize for each age group will be awarded at the...read more
Teen Henna
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
 Teen Henna
Monday, Jun. 29, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pmTeen Henna
Jacob Edwards Library
Register for Summer Reading and get a design by Mandy from Wicked Good Henna!
Records and Burpee Zoo Show 06/29/2026
6:30pm
Records and Burpee Zoo Show 06/29/2026
Monday, Jun. 29, 6:30pmRecords and Burpee Z
Jacob Edwards Library
SRP 26 "Plant A Seed Read" Summer Readng KICK OFF!!!!  Records and Burpee Zoo ShowMonday June 29, 2026 at 6:30-7:30pmThis program is supported by a grant from the Southbridge Cultural Council, a local agency, which is funded by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state age...read more
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Pride Art Show & Celebration
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
 Pride Art Show & Celebration
Tuesday, Jun. 30, 9:00 am - 5:00 pmPride Art Show & Cel
Jacob Edwards Library
The Pride Art Show and Celebration is a vibrant event dedicated to showcasing the talents and stories of LGBTQIA+ artists, family and friends. Attendees can expect a dynamic gallery of paintings, handiwork, photography, and mixed media works, all reflecting the diverse experiences within the communi...read more
Children’s Summer Reading Registration " Plant a Seed Read"
All Day
Children’s Summer Reading Registration " Plant a Seed Read"
Tuesday, Jun. 30, All Day Children’s Sum
Jacob Edwards Library
Jacob Edwards Library launches its Plant a Seed, Read summer reading program on June 29, 2026.Over a six-week period, the library will host a range of free activities for children to encourage and support a love of reading. Participants can win prizes for reaching their reading goals.“We&rsquo...read more
Adult & Teen 2026 Summer Reading Registration
9am-5pm
Adult & Teen 2026 Summer Reading Registration
Tuesday, Jun. 30, 9am-5pmAdult & Teen 2026 Su
Jacob Edwards Library
JEL's Plant a Seed, Read Summer Reading Program will run from June 29 - August 7, 2026.Earn tickets for prize drawings for attending programs, completing activities, and checking items out.Teen and Adult prizes will be awarded each week and a bonus prize for each age group will be awarded at the...read more
Sunshine Pals 06/30/2026
10:30am-12:30pm
 Sunshine Pals 06/30/2026
Tuesday, Jun. 30, 10:30am-12:30pmSunshine Pals 06/30/
Jacob Edwards Library
SRP 26 "Plant A Seed Read" Join us every Tuesday morning from 10:30am-12:30pm during Summer Reading (June 30 thru August 4)The summer programming series will follow a weekly thematic structure:• June 30 – Farm ThemeEach session will include the following components:• S...read more
Lego Club 06/30/2026
3:30pm-4:30pm
 Lego Club 06/30/2026
Tuesday, Jun. 30, 3:30pm-4:30pmLego Club 06/30/2026
Jacob Edwards Library
SRP 26 "Plant A Seed Read" Join us on Tuesday 6/30/26  from 3:30 to 4:30 pm for Lego ClubThis weeks challenge is to create a flag!We will supply the LEGO bricks you supply your ideas! 
    
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