August 2025

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Friday, August 110:30—11:00 AMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Story Time

Story TimeStory time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing!Geared for ages 0 to 3 but all are welcome

Friday, August 111:00—11:30 AMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Tot Toy & Play time

Tot Toy & Play timeAfter storytime, join us to chat with staff and let your little ones play with special toys in the community room!
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Saturday, August 210:00—11:00 AMArt & Activities RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Tai Chi Class

We are a group of Tai Chi practitioners and would love to introduce this centuries-old Chinese martial art to our local community. We will start by teaching the 24 Forms which is great for beginners. This event is free and supported by Canton Chinese American Association Inc(CCAA).…Learn More

Saturday, August 23:30—4:15 PMArt & Activities RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Slime Club

Slime ClubSlime club rules :1. You do not talk about Slime Club. 2. You do NOT talk about Slime Club!Just kidding! It's a club where we make slime. Each meeting will feature some cool slimes that you'll be able to customize. Please wear clothes that can get dirty.…Learn More
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Monday, August 46:30—8:45 PMAldrich RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021
Maker SpaceCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

Dungeons and Dragons for middle and high school kids. New and experienced players are welcome, but please reach out to Rosie (rmoore@ocln. org) or Ashley (aperry@canton. ocln. org) before attending your first session to ensure there is space for you in a party.…Learn More

Monday, August 47:00—8:00 PMArt & Activities RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Alateen Meeting

Alateen LogoAlateen is a fellowship of young people whose lives are, or have been, affected by someone else’s drinking.  No dues or fees are required. Alateen is supported by members’ voluntary contributions.
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Tuesday, August 510:00 AM—12:00 PMAldrich RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

ESOL Conversation Group

Join a conversation group to practice your English. Sponsored by the Literacy Volunteers of Massachusetts (LVM) - Stoughton provides free, confidential and individualized tutoring to adults in Basic Literacy and English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).…Learn More

Tuesday, August 54:00—4:30 PMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Story Time

Story TimeStory time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing!Geared for ages 3 to 5 but all are welcome

Tuesday, August 55:00—6:30 PMAldrich RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

ESOL Conversation Group

Join a conversation group to practice your English. Sponsored by the Literacy Volunteers of Massachusetts (LVM) - Stoughton provides free, confidential and individualized tutoring to adults in Basic Literacy and English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 66:00—6:30 PMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Story Time

Story TimeStory time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing!Family friendly, all are welcome
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Thursday, August 76:00—9:00 PMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Strategy Board Game Night

Strategy Board Game NightHave a good time and play some strategy board games. Learn, teach and have fun. You do not need to own any games to take part, group members will bring their own games along for the group to play; this allows people to try many different games to find which ones they enjoy.…Learn More
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Friday, August 810:30—11:00 AMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Story Time

Story TimeStory time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing!Geared for ages 0 to 3 but all are welcome

Friday, August 811:00—11:30 AMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Tot Toy & Play time

Tot Toy & Play timeAfter storytime, join us to chat with staff and let your little ones play with special toys in the community room!

Friday, August 82:30—3:30 PMParking Lot

Walk and Stroll Club

Walk and Stroll ClubNew Year's resolutions are hard. Let us help you achieve them one step at a time (quite literally) with our new Walk and Stroll Club! Join CPL staff in the library parking lot at 2:30pm sharp for a walk down and through the Paul Revere Heritage Park. We will talk about books, food, the great outdoors, and much more! The whole family is welcome to join!All we ask is that you wear the right shoes and are ready to explore! Strollers are welcome but please leave your furry friends at home.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 910:00—11:00 AMArt & Activities RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Tai Chi Class

We are a group of Tai Chi practitioners and would love to introduce this centuries-old Chinese martial art to our local community. We will start by teaching the 24 Forms which is great for beginners. This event is free and supported by Canton Chinese American Association Inc(CCAA).…Learn More
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Monday, August 116:30—8:45 PMAldrich RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021
Maker SpaceCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

Dungeons and Dragons for middle and high school kids. New and experienced players are welcome, but please reach out to Rosie (rmoore@ocln. org) or Ashley (aperry@canton. ocln. org) before attending your first session to ensure there is space for you in a party.…Learn More

Monday, August 117:00—8:00 PMArt & Activities RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Alateen Meeting

Alateen LogoAlateen is a fellowship of young people whose lives are, or have been, affected by someone else’s drinking.  No dues or fees are required. Alateen is supported by members’ voluntary contributions.
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Tuesday, August 1210:00 AM—12:00 PMAldrich RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

ESOL Conversation Group

Join a conversation group to practice your English. Sponsored by the Literacy Volunteers of Massachusetts (LVM) - Stoughton provides free, confidential and individualized tutoring to adults in Basic Literacy and English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).…Learn More

Tuesday, August 124:00—4:30 PMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Story Time

Story TimeStory time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing!Geared for ages 3 to 5 but all are welcome

Tuesday, August 125:00—6:30 PMAldrich RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

ESOL Conversation Group

Join a conversation group to practice your English. Sponsored by the Literacy Volunteers of Massachusetts (LVM) - Stoughton provides free, confidential and individualized tutoring to adults in Basic Literacy and English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 136:00—6:30 PMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Story Time

Story TimeStory time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing!Family friendly, all are welcome
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Friday, August 1510:30—11:00 AMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Story Time

Story TimeStory time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing!Geared for ages 0 to 3 but all are welcome

Friday, August 1511:00—11:30 AMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Tot Toy & Play time

Tot Toy & Play timeAfter storytime, join us to chat with staff and let your little ones play with special toys in the community room!
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Saturday, August 1610:00—11:00 AMArt & Activities RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Tai Chi Class

We are a group of Tai Chi practitioners and would love to introduce this centuries-old Chinese martial art to our local community. We will start by teaching the 24 Forms which is great for beginners. This event is free and supported by Canton Chinese American Association Inc(CCAA).…Learn More

Saturday, August 163:30—4:15 PMChildren's Craft RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

STEAMers Guild Club

STEAMers Guild ClubCalling all crafters, builders, and chaos creators! Join us for an activity that will enrich your mind, get your fingers going, and leave you wanting more. (Parents don't worry, there will be minimal chaos). Explore different themes in STEAM with cool…Learn More
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Monday, August 186:30—8:45 PMAldrich RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021
Maker SpaceCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

Dungeons and Dragons for middle and high school kids. New and experienced players are welcome, but please reach out to Rosie (rmoore@ocln. org) or Ashley (aperry@canton. ocln. org) before attending your first session to ensure there is space for you in a party.…Learn More

Monday, August 187:00—8:00 PMArt & Activities RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Alateen Meeting

Alateen LogoAlateen is a fellowship of young people whose lives are, or have been, affected by someone else’s drinking.  No dues or fees are required. Alateen is supported by members’ voluntary contributions.

Monday, August 187:00—9:00 PMAldrich RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021
Zoom

Friends of the Canton Public Library

Friends of the Canton Public LibraryThe monthly meeting of the Friends of the Canton Public LibraryVisit in person or join virtually by Zoom! Meeting #: 894 3353 6004 / Passcode: 999825The Friends of the Canton Public Library is a group of interested citizens dedicated to supporting and enhancing library services in Canton.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 1910:00 AM—12:00 PMAldrich RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

ESOL Conversation Group

Join a conversation group to practice your English. Sponsored by the Literacy Volunteers of Massachusetts (LVM) - Stoughton provides free, confidential and individualized tutoring to adults in Basic Literacy and English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).…Learn More

Tuesday, August 194:00—4:30 PMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Story Time

Story TimeStory time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing!Geared for ages 3 to 5 but all are welcome

Tuesday, August 195:00—6:30 PMAldrich RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

ESOL Conversation Group

Join a conversation group to practice your English. Sponsored by the Literacy Volunteers of Massachusetts (LVM) - Stoughton provides free, confidential and individualized tutoring to adults in Basic Literacy and English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 206:00—6:30 PMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Story Time

Story TimeStory time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing!Family friendly, all are welcome
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Thursday, August 213:30—4:30 PMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Lego Club

Lego ClubCalling all master builders! Come join us in the Community Room for an afternoon of Lego-awesomeness. Each meeting will have a different theme that students can use for inspiration to build their creations. At the end of each session, students will be given the opportunity to display their creations in a special section in the Junior Room for all to see and enjoy.…Learn More

Thursday, August 216:00—9:00 PMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Strategy Board Game Night

Strategy Board Game NightHave a good time and play some strategy board games. Learn, teach and have fun. You do not need to own any games to take part, group members will bring their own games along for the group to play; this allows people to try many different games to find which ones they enjoy.…Learn More

Thursday, August 217:30—8:45 PMAldrich RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

YA for Everyone Book Club

A book club for adults who read YA! This month we will be discussing Of Jade and Dragons by Amber Chen. You can pick up a copy of the book from the library. Email Rosie (rmoore@ocln. org) to join remotely. New members are always welcome!
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Friday, August 2210:30—11:00 AMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Story Time

Story TimeStory time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing!Geared for ages 0 to 3 but all are welcome

Friday, August 2211:00—11:30 AMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Tot Toy & Play time

Tot Toy & Play timeAfter storytime, join us to chat with staff and let your little ones play with special toys in the community room!

Friday, August 222:30—3:30 PMParking Lot

Walk and Stroll Club

Walk and Stroll ClubNew Year's resolutions are hard. Let us help you achieve them one step at a time (quite literally) with our new Walk and Stroll Club! Join CPL staff in the library parking lot at 2:30pm sharp for a walk down and through the Paul Revere Heritage Park. We will talk about books, food, the great outdoors, and much more! The whole family is welcome to join!All we ask is that you wear the right shoes and are ready to explore! Strollers are welcome but please leave your furry friends at home.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 2310:00—11:00 AMArt & Activities RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Tai Chi Class

We are a group of Tai Chi practitioners and would love to introduce this centuries-old Chinese martial art to our local community. We will start by teaching the 24 Forms which is great for beginners. This event is free and supported by Canton Chinese American Association Inc(CCAA).…Learn More

Saturday, August 233:30—4:15 PMChildren's Craft RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Little Engineers

Little EngineersLittle Engineers is a STEAM based program. STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, art, and math! Each session's project or experiment will incorporate one or more of these elements (except for math. .. .kidding! {kind of}). Think crafting with a educational twist but is no less fun and just as creative!Registration is required, best for ages 4 through 8.
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Monday, August 256:30—8:45 PMAldrich RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021
Maker SpaceCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

Dungeons and Dragons for middle and high school kids. New and experienced players are welcome, but please reach out to Rosie (rmoore@ocln. org) or Ashley (aperry@canton. ocln. org) before attending your first session to ensure there is space for you in a party.…Learn More

Monday, August 257:00—8:00 PMArt & Activities RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Alateen Meeting

Alateen LogoAlateen is a fellowship of young people whose lives are, or have been, affected by someone else’s drinking.  No dues or fees are required. Alateen is supported by members’ voluntary contributions.

Monday, August 257:30—8:45 PMLocal History RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Fall in Love Romance Book Club

Fall in love at our romance book group! This month, we'll be discussing the contemporary sapphic romance Flirting Lessons by Jasmine Guillory. We will have copies available for check out at the library. Feel free to join us to talk about any other favorite romance reads!This book group is strictly for adults, as mature themes are certain to be discussed.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 2610:00 AM—12:00 PMAldrich RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

ESOL Conversation Group

Join a conversation group to practice your English. Sponsored by the Literacy Volunteers of Massachusetts (LVM) - Stoughton provides free, confidential and individualized tutoring to adults in Basic Literacy and English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).…Learn More

Tuesday, August 264:00—4:30 PMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Story Time

Story TimeStory time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing!Geared for ages 3 to 5 but all are welcome

Tuesday, August 265:00—6:30 PMAldrich RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

ESOL Conversation Group

Join a conversation group to practice your English. Sponsored by the Literacy Volunteers of Massachusetts (LVM) - Stoughton provides free, confidential and individualized tutoring to adults in Basic Literacy and English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 276:00—6:30 PMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Story Time

Story TimeStory time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing!Family friendly, all are welcome
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Thursday, August 287:00—8:00 PMTrustees' Conference RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Fiction Book Club

Welcome to the Fiction Book Club! All are welcome to attend, either in person in the Trustees Room or via Zoom. Please email Amie for the Zoom link agrosshans@ocln. org Copies of each month's book are available in the lobby or on the Libby app.…Learn More
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Friday, August 2910:30—11:00 AMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Story Time

Story TimeStory time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing!Geared for ages 0 to 3 but all are welcome

Friday, August 2911:00—11:30 AMCommunity RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Tot Toy & Play time

Tot Toy & Play timeAfter storytime, join us to chat with staff and let your little ones play with special toys in the community room!
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Saturday, August 30Library Closed

Saturday, August 3010:00—11:00 AMArt & Activities RoomCanton Public Library786 Washington St., Canton, MA, 02021

Tai Chi Class

We are a group of Tai Chi practitioners and would love to introduce this centuries-old Chinese martial art to our local community. We will start by teaching the 24 Forms which is great for beginners. This event is free and supported by Canton Chinese American Association Inc(CCAA).…Learn More
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