April 2019

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Tuesday, April 26:30—9:00 PMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Scrabble for Adults

ScrabbleDrop-in Scrabble for Adults meets Tuesday evenings year-round. Scrabble boards, dictionaries, and score sheets are provided. Players of all ability levels are welcome. There is an annual tournament with prizes held in the spring. For more information please call the Adult Services Dept.…Learn More

Tuesday, April 27:00—8:45 PMTrustees RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Norwood Evening Garden Club

Monthly meeting of the Norwood Evening Garden Club. Contact: -Sheela Venkatesh 617-365-1990
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Wednesday, April 310:30—11:00 AMChildren's Program RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Alphabits (Morning Session)

Alphabits (Morning Session)Preschoolers can join Miss Nicole to this fun, interactive program to help them learn the letters of the alphabet. Each week we will present books, songs, activities and music featuring two different letters of the alphabet.   Ages 3-5

Wednesday, April 34:00—5:00 PMChildren's Program RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Russian School of Math: 1st Grade Math Group

1st Grade Students.  The Russian School of Math will over a 5 week session to help 1st graders improve their math skill with fun math activities.   Children must sign up for the whole session and attend each week. This program is free but space is very limited.…Learn More

Wednesday, April 36:30—7:00 PMChildren's Program RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Alphabits (Evening Session)

Alphabits (Evening Session)Preschoolers can join Miss Kate for this fun, interactive program to help them learn the letters of the alphabet. Each week we will present books, songs, activities and music featuring a different letter of the alphabet. Ages 3-5

Wednesday, April 37:00—8:30 PMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Shots in the Dark: Boston and the Mob in 1963

Shots in the Dark: Boston and the Mob in 1963Author and former Norwood resident, Daniel Zimmerman, did not set out to write a book about the redemption of Boston mobster, Rocco Balliro. In fact, Zimmerman planned to write the story of his family’s lore: that Balliro had murdered in cold blood Zimmerman’s aunt, Toby Wagner, and her son Marc, on a cold night in 1963.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 46:00—8:00 PMTrustees RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Learn to Crochet

Photo-of-a-crochet-hookHave you ever wanted to learn to crochet but don't have the tools and aren't sure who to ask? This program is for you! Carla Howard and Marg Corjay will lead a workshop about how to crochet. The class will work together on the same project, and all materials will be provided in a kit for $5.…Learn More
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Sunday, April 73:00—4:00 PMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Musical Sundays Concert Series: Denova Duo

Photo-of-Denova-Duo-violinistsThe Morrill Memorial Library is pleased to include the Denova Duo in its Spring Musical Sundays concert series on Sunday, April 7 at 3 p. m. Violinists MaeLynn Arnold and Michael Hustedde will present a classical program of works by Haydn, Max Reger, Bartok, and de Bériot.…Learn More
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Monday, April 810:00—10:30 AMChildren's Program RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

CFCE Story Time

CFCE Story TimeJoin Miss Kate for the fun stories, songs, finger plays, classic tales, and more. .. .This program is sponsored by the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) grant in partnership with the library.   Activity is free of charge for children ages 2.…Learn More

Monday, April 86:00—8:00 PMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Norwood 101

photo-of-entering-Norwood-signThe Library is planning our 3rd annual Norwood 101, a special open house for all new residents of Norwood. Norwood 101 will be held on Monday April 8, 2019 from 6:00-8:00 pm on the second floor of the Morrill Memorial Library. Norwood Bank will be providing welcome bags filled with information on local business.…Learn More
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Tuesday, April 96:30—9:00 PMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Scrabble for Adults

ScrabbleDrop-in Scrabble for Adults meets Tuesday evenings year-round. Scrabble boards, dictionaries, and score sheets are provided. Players of all ability levels are welcome. There is an annual tournament with prizes held in the spring. For more information please call the Adult Services Dept.…Learn More
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Wednesday, April 1010:30—11:00 AMChildren's Program RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Alphabits (Morning Session)

Alphabits (Morning Session)Preschoolers can join Miss Nicole to this fun, interactive program to help them learn the letters of the alphabet. Each week we will present books, songs, activities and music featuring two different letters of the alphabet.   Ages 3-5

Wednesday, April 1011:30 AM—12:15 PMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Princess Story Time : Cinderella

Princess Story Time : CinderellaMiss Amy from K&M Dance Studios will join us as Cinderella! She'll read a few stories and do a craft with us. Wear your royal best!

Wednesday, April 104:00—5:00 PMChildren's Program RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Russian School of Math: 1st Grade Math Group

1st Grade Students.  The Russian School of Math will over a 5 week session to help 1st graders improve their math skill with fun math activities.   Children must sign up for the whole session and attend each week. This program is free but space is very limited.…Learn More

Wednesday, April 106:30—7:00 PMChildren's Program RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Alphabits (Evening Session)

Alphabits (Evening Session)Preschoolers can join Miss Kate for this fun, interactive program to help them learn the letters of the alphabet. Each week we will present books, songs, activities and music featuring a different letter of the alphabet. Ages 3-5

Wednesday, April 107:30—9:00 PMOff SiteMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Friends of the Library Board Meeting

Contact: Patricia Corzilius     pcorzilius@minlib. net            The Friends of the Library will meet offsite from 730 pm to 9:00 pm
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Thursday, April 117:00—8:00 PMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Stone Carvers of Old Parish

Photo-of-a-gravestone-from-Old-Parish-CemeteryOn Thursday, April 11 at 7:00 pm in the Simoni Room of Morrill Memorial Library, Patricia Fanning will present an illustrated talk about the gravestone carvers whose work is represented in Norwood’s Old Parish Cemetery, established in 1741. The talk is sponsored by the Old Parish Preservation Volunteers (OPPV), a charitable organization whose goal is to preserve and raise awareness of this unique cultural and historic resource.…Learn More
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Monday, April 15Library Closed

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Tuesday, April 1610:00 AM—12:00 PMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Construction Zone!

Construction Zone!We have tons of different building materials for kids to play with:  Legos, Jenga blocks, Magnatiles, Squigz and more!  Kids can drop in at any time and be as creative as they like with our stuff!

Tuesday, April 166:30—9:00 PMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Scrabble for Adults

ScrabbleDrop-in Scrabble for Adults meets Tuesday evenings year-round. Scrabble boards, dictionaries, and score sheets are provided. Players of all ability levels are welcome. There is an annual tournament with prizes held in the spring. For more information please call the Adult Services Dept.…Learn More

Tuesday, April 166:30—8:30 PMTrustees RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Stitch Therapy

Stitch TherapyJoin stitchers of all types (knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers, etc. ) for Stitch Therapy. Motivate yourself to start or finish a project or to learn a new craft by watching others. This is a casual group of stitchers helping stitchers.   No formal instruction is planned.…Learn More
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Wednesday, April 1710:00—11:00 AMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Turn the Page Book Group - The Magpie Murders

Magpie-murders-book-coverThe Morrill Memorial Library’s monthly Turn the Page Book Group will meet again on Wednesday, April 17 at 10 am and 7 pm to discuss “The Magpie Murders” by Anthony Horowitz, a modern mystery in a classic whodunit style. "After working with bestselling crime writer Alan Conway for years, editor Susan Ryeland is intimately familiar with his detective, Atticus Pünd, who solves mysteries in sleepy English villages.…Learn More

Wednesday, April 1710:30—11:00 AMChildren's Program RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Alphabits (Morning Session)

Alphabits (Morning Session)Preschoolers can join Miss Nicole to this fun, interactive program to help them learn the letters of the alphabet. Each week we will present books, songs, activities and music featuring two different letters of the alphabet.   Ages 3-5

Wednesday, April 1712:00—1:00 PMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Lunch & Learn : Spring Cleaning Your Gmail Inbox

Lunch & Learn : Spring Cleaning Your Gmail InboxCome to the library for a productive lunch break! Technology Librarian, Brian DeFelice, offers Lunch & Learn workshops focusing on explaining different aspects of technology. Feel free to bring your lunch, or just come to learn! Beverages and dessert will be provided.…Learn More

Wednesday, April 176:30—7:00 PMChildren's Program RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Alphabits (Evening Session)

Alphabits (Evening Session)Preschoolers can join Miss Kate for this fun, interactive program to help them learn the letters of the alphabet. Each week we will present books, songs, activities and music featuring a different letter of the alphabet. Ages 3-5

Wednesday, April 177:00—8:00 PMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Turn the Page Book Group - The Magpie Murders

Magpie-murders-book-coverThe Morrill Memorial Library’s monthly Turn the Page Book Group will meet again on Wednesday, April 17 at 10 am and 7 pm to discuss “The Magpie Murders” by Anthony Horowitz, a modern mystery in a classic whodunit style. "After working with bestselling crime writer Alan Conway for years, editor Susan Ryeland is intimately familiar with his detective, Atticus Pünd, who solves mysteries in sleepy English villages.…Learn More
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Friday, April 191:00—3:00 PMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Friday Family Movie: The Kid Who Would Be King

Friday Family Movie: The Kid Who Would Be KingBring a snack and watch the recently released The Kid Who Would Be King, a new twist on the legend of King Arthur.    Old-school magic meets the modern day in this epic adventure! Alex is just a bullied kid until he discovers Excalibur, the legendary Sword in the Stone.…Learn More
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Saturday, April 2010:00—11:30 AMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Beginner Yoga Classes

Beginner Yoga ClassesThe Morrill Memorial Library will offer yoga for beginners on the third Saturday of the month, starting December 15, 2018 and ending May 18, 2019, from 10:00-11:30 a. m. These classes, taught by Francesca DAbramo of the non-profit Isha Foundation, are open to anyone aged 7 and up.…Learn More
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Monday, April 2210:00—10:45 AMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Music with Sarah Gardner

Music with Sarah GardnerAges 2. 9 to 5 Years OldJoin Sarah Gardner for good tunes and good times! This program is sponsored by the Norwood CFCE grant.

Monday, April 226:30—7:30 PMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Disastour Series: Nicaragua, Then and Now

Photo-of-dictator-revolutionary-mural-in-NicaraguaThe Morrill Memorial Library is presenting a special three-part Disastour series. Disastour is defined as "a trip with visits to various places of destruction, natural disaster, or catastrophe, for pleasure or instruction. " In this final program in the series, Lydia Sampson, Head of the Technical Services Department at the library, will be joined by Dr.…Learn More
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Tuesday, April 239:30—10:00 AMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Spring Toddler Time (Session 1)

Spring Toddler Time (Session 1)Join Miss Nicole for this fun, interactive story time for our busiest patrons! We'll sing, move, and read some short stories. Drop-in program.

Tuesday, April 2310:30—11:00 AMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Spring Toddler Time (Session 2)

Spring Toddler Time (Session 2)Join Miss Kate for this fun, interactive story time for our busiest patrons! We'll sing, move, and read some short stories. Drop-in program.

Tuesday, April 236:30—9:00 PMTrustees RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Scrabble for Adults

ScrabbleDrop-in Scrabble for Adults meets Tuesday evenings year-round. Scrabble boards, dictionaries, and score sheets are provided. Players of all ability levels are welcome. There is an annual tournament with prizes held in the spring. For more information please call the Adult Services Dept.…Learn More

Tuesday, April 237:00—8:30 PMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Norwood Conversations: Citizens United Discussion

photo-of-entering-Norwood-signCan people with opposing views find common ground? Find out with the Norwood Conversations group at the Morrill Memorial Library on Tuesday April 23 at 7:00 pm. Deborah Holmwood and Barbara Hopcroft will share their opposing views on whether states should use Article 5 to push for an Amendment to overturn the “Citizens United” Supreme Court ruling.…Learn More

Tuesday, April 237:30—9:00 PMOff SiteMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Titles on Tap Book Group - Less

Join us on Tuesday April 23 at 7:30 pm at Napper Tandy's in Norwood. Our April title will be the Pulitzer Prize-winning "Less" by Andrew Sean Greer. Titles on Tap is a social book group for readers in their 20s and 30s and for the young at heart. We go in for stories that are shaken, not stirred, and we don’t mind taking our love of lit outside the library walls.…Learn More
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Wednesday, April 2410:30—11:00 AMChildren's Program RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Alphabits (Morning Session)

Alphabits (Morning Session)Preschoolers can join Miss Nicole to this fun, interactive program to help them learn the letters of the alphabet. Each week we will present books, songs, activities and music featuring two different letters of the alphabet.   Ages 3-5

Wednesday, April 244:00—5:00 PMChildren's Program RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Russian School of Math: 1st Grade Math Group

1st Grade Students.  The Russian School of Math will over a 5 week session to help 1st graders improve their math skill with fun math activities.   Children must sign up for the whole session and attend each week. This program is free but space is very limited.…Learn More

Wednesday, April 246:30—7:00 PMChildren's Program RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Alphabits (Evening Session)

Alphabits (Evening Session)Preschoolers can join Miss Kate for this fun, interactive program to help them learn the letters of the alphabet. Each week we will present books, songs, activities and music featuring a different letter of the alphabet. Ages 3-5
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Thursday, April 2510:00—10:45 AMChildren's Program RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

On My Own Pre-K Story Time

On My Own Pre-K Story TimeAges 3-5Join Miss Jane for this independent preschool story time! We'll read silly stories and do the occasional craft!

Thursday, April 256:30—8:00 PMChildren's Program RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062
Simoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Together Yes: Earth Week for Families

Movie-poster-for-The-LoraxThe final program in the Together Yes Spring Sustainability Series. As part of Earth Week in Norwood, the Recreation Department and Progress Norwood join Together Yes and the Morrill Memorial Library in presenting a family film, "The Lorax. " In keeping with the film's theme, kids will do a fun craft to take home: making mushrooms out of egg cartons! Children must be supervised by an adult.…Learn More
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Friday, April 2610:30—11:00 AMChildren's Program RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Babes 'n' Books

Babes 'n' BooksInfants to Pre-Walkers & CaregiversJoin Miss Dina for this fun story time for our littlest patrons. We'll read short stories, do lap bounces, sing songs and have fun! Participants are encouraged to stay after story time to socialize and play!
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Monday, April 2910:30—11:00 AMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Move and Groove

Join Miss Kate for this active music and movement program every month! We listen to silly songs and dance away those winter wiggles and cold weather blues. No registration is required.
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Tuesday, April 309:30—10:00 AMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Spring Toddler Time (Session 1)

Spring Toddler Time (Session 1)Join Miss Nicole for this fun, interactive story time for our busiest patrons! We'll sing, move, and read some short stories. Drop-in program.

Tuesday, April 3010:30—11:00 AMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Spring Toddler Time (Session 2)

Spring Toddler Time (Session 2)Join Miss Kate for this fun, interactive story time for our busiest patrons! We'll sing, move, and read some short stories. Drop-in program.

Tuesday, April 306:30—9:00 PMSimoni RoomMorrill Memorial Library33 Walpole St., Norwood, MA, 02062

Scrabble for Adults

ScrabbleDrop-in Scrabble for Adults meets Tuesday evenings year-round. Scrabble boards, dictionaries, and score sheets are provided. Players of all ability levels are welcome. There is an annual tournament with prizes held in the spring. For more information please call the Adult Services Dept.…Learn More