128 Elm Street Millbury, MA 01527 | 508-865-1181
Summer Reading 2021 "Tails & Tales - birth to adult, June 21-August 13. Register to log your reading here.
Monday 11:00 AM-6:00 PM
Tuesday -Thursday 10:00 AM-8:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday CLOSED
We will be opening to the public on June 1, 2021. No appointments necessary. At this time we will not be accepting donations due to lack of space.
See our Library News page for information/instructions.
Thank you.
Patrons,
Our library is now open to the public as of June 1, 2021. We are resuming all of our library services. Home Delivery will continue for Millbury residents. Masks are not required in the building.
Need a library card to access our services?
Register for a Millbury card here, and our Circulation Staff will contact you when it is ready to retrieve. Please bring a current/valid photo ID with your address.
Connect with us! Stay up-to-date with our latest programs and offerings by following us on social media (Facebook and Twitter). Sign up to receive weekly updates on our new materials at Wowbrary.
Or, click here to see our monthly newsletter for June!
New service for Millbury residents!
Need extra help with a subject? Tutoring available for all ages beginning 5/1. This service will be provided for a whole year. Residents who have a library card beginning with 27414 are eligible. Tutoring available 2-11PM, 7 days a week. Sponsored by the Millbury Cultural Council. To access Brainfuse Tutoring click here.
June 21-August 13
Summer Reading is Here!
Registration is now underway! It can be tracked online or paper copies will be available at the library. Read throughout the summer while earning leveled prizes.
Grab & Go Tissue Paper Paint Kits
July 5-17th
Explore using bleeding tissue paper while creating a unique design. Children (while supplies last).
Pumpernickel Puppets
In Person
Tuesday July 6 @ 6:30PM
Enjoy a Peter Rabbit puppet show with John McDonough. He has captivated audiences of all ages with humorous and colorful adaptations of classic folk and fairy tales. Sponsored by donations made to the Millbury Public Library.
Virtual Nature Tales: Habitats & Adaptations
Thursday July 8 @ 6PM
Children will examine what animals need to survive in their habitats. Program includes an interactive story The Salamander Room by Anne Mazer, an examination of animal biofacts, and a live animal encounter - a turtle and an owl. Sponsored by donations made to the Millbury Public Library.
Virtual Whale Mobile
Tuesday July 13 @ 6PM
Join a fun, engaging, and informative virtual presentation about facts of a whale. Presenter will discuss why it is important to protect the ocean environment and how humans and whales are similar. You will have the opportunity to see inside a life-sized whale model named Nile. Sponsored by the Rosemary Davis Grant.
Adult Masking Tape Painting on Canvas
In Person
Wednesday July 14 @ 6PM
Join our first in person adult craft designing your own painting using paint and masking tape on a canvas. (Maximum 10 participants).
Virtual Insect Rock
Thursday July 15 @ 6PM
Join this fun workshop to learn facts on different types of insects. Patrons will experience the following in an up close and personal virtual approach: prehistoric insects, insect life cycles, insect anatomy, adaptation, how a fly flies; plus get cool information on mosquitoes, fireflies, cicadas, bees, ants, butterflies, dragonflies, and arachnids. Sponsored by donations made to the Millbury Public Library.
Grab & Go Slime
July 19-31
If you like messy projects, making slime is the one for you! Pick up your slime at the front desk. Children (while supplies last).
Funtastic Animal Tail Soap Making
In Person
July 20 @ 6PM
Join this fun workshop in which you can create your own soap. Parent/guardian must be present for 10 and under. Sponsored by donations made to the Millbury Public Library.
Virtual Fresh Summer Smoothies
Thursday July 22 @ 6:30PM
Learn how to make delicious whole-food smoothies with fresh summer flavors such as Summer Blush and Lemon Lime Basil. Sponsored by donations made to the Millbury Public Library.
Paul Tremblay, Author Talk
In Person
Tuesday July 27 @ 6PM
Meet American author, Paul Tremblay, writer of The Cabin at the End of the World (2018), Survivor Song (2020), and Disappearance at Devil's Rock (2016). Check out his website at . Sponsored by the Millbury Cultural Council.
Virtual Wingmasters
Tuesday July 27 @ 6:30PM
WINGMASTERS is a partnership of two people dedicated to increasing public understanding and appreciation of North American birds of prey. Julie Ann Collier and Jim Parks are both licensed raptor rehabilitators based in Leverett, MA. Most birds rehabilitate, but in some cases are left permanently handicapped. Join our educational event to learn about birds of prey. Sponsored by the Rosemary Davis Grant.
Adult Book Club
In Person
Wednesday July 28 @ 2pm
Join Ann Dallair, Library Director, in a book discussion on the novel Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica. Please call 508-865-1181 or visit the library to reserve your copy. All are welcome. Book discussion in the craft room.
Make Your Own Stuffed Animal and Storytime
In Person
Thursday July 29 @ 1PM
Listen to Miss Kaitlin read fun animal stories. Following that, you get to stuff your own stuffed animal to take home. Sponsored by donations made to the Millbury Public Library.
Preschool Storytimes
In Person
Wednesday (July 7, 14, 21, 28) @ 10:30AM
Listen to stories with Miss Kaitlin, our Children's Librarian, and do a simple craft.
Looking for your next great read?
Try the options below!
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Recent additions to the Millbury Library Catalog
Or, just call the Circulation Desk! Tell us what you like, and we can make a recommendation!
Cat's Meow
for sale
Sold by the Friends of the Millbury Public Library for $10.00 each.
**LIMITED SUPPLY**
Stop by the circulation desk to pick up your landmark replica!
Other items for sale include:
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Zipper Totes w/ Friends Logo
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4GB Library themed Flash Drives
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Millbury Public Library notecards
