OUT AND ABOUT
SUNDAY, MARCH 24
“King Lear Adaptation” performance: 2 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St.
Join actors Stephen Collins and Poornima Kirby for this haunting, darkly funny adaptation of Shakespeare’s timeless classic. 978-534-7522.
MONDAY, MARCH 25
Me, You, We Playgroup: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Structured early learning with movement, stories and more; ages 3-4. To register, call 978-534-7522.
Baby/ Toddler Story Time: 10:30 a.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Songs, rhymes, and movements. 978433-0330.
First Friends Story Time: 10:30 a.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Enjoy this relaxed story time for infants and toddlers. townsendlibrary.org.
Story Time and Craft: 10:30 a.m.; Hazen Memorial Library, 3 Keady Way, Shirley. Join the Family Partnership Center to read stories, sing songs and make a craft; ages 0-6. 978425-2661.
Parachute Playgroup: 10:30 a.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 166 Boulder Drive. Learn new songs and rhymes with the library’s parachute. 978-8291789.
Blocks and Babies: 10:30 a.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Use blocks and building materials to encourage motor skill development. Register at ashburnhamlibrary.org.
Little Listeners Story Time:
11 a.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Develop a life-long love of reading with activities, rhymes, and songs; ages 0-4. 978582-4140.
Rachel’s Book Group: 12:30 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. thayermemoriallibrary.org. Homeschool Hangout: 2:304:30 p.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Meet other homeschooling families in the area, play games, and more. Register at ashburnhamlibrary.org.
After School Crafternoons:
2:45-3:45 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Make perler bead creations; ages 10-up. Register at townsendlibrary.org.
SWAGLY-NORTH: 4 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Join this welcoming, teen-lead group celebrating LGBTQIA+ identities, discuss queer issues, support each other, have fun, and enjoy snacks; grades 7-12. 978-534-7522.
Tween Drumming Circle: 4:15 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Join professional drummer and educator Matt Steinberg for drum circle fun. Register at lunenburglibrary.org.
Lego Club: 4:30 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Get creative with the library’s Legos and meet fellow builders; ages 5-12. thayermemoriallibrary.org.
Women’s History Month Movie Night:
6-8 p.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main
St., Pepperell. Watch “Little Women.” The library will be collecting women’s hygiene and sanitary items to be donated to a shelter. 978-433-0330.
“Find Your Family Roots” A Genealogy Workshop Series:
6 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Learn the basics of genealogical research; ages 9-13. Register by calling 978-534-7522.
AMVETS Post 38 Meeting:
7 p.m.; Leominster Veterans Memorial Center, 100 West St. For more information, call 978537-1541.
TUESDAY, MARCH 26
Teen Spring Planting Workshop: 9 a.m.; Bigelow Free Public Library, 54 Walnut St., Clinton. Learn about flowers, plants, and gardening; ages 12-16. Register at bigelowlibrary.org.
Preschool Story Time: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Stories, music, and motion; ages 3-5. 978-5347522.
Romp ‘N Stomp: 10 a.m.; Bigelow Free Public Library, 54 Walnut St., Clinton. Celebrate spring with songs, finger plays, movement, and lots of toys and books. bigelowlibrary.org.
Creative Kids Drop-in Craft: 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Groton Public Library, 99 Main St. Let your creativity flow. gpl.org.
Story Time: 10 a.m.; Ashby
Free Public Library, 812 Main
St. ashbylibrary.org.
Story Time with Miss Jane: 10:30 a.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 166 Boulder Drive. Enjoy songs, finger plays, and more. 978-829-1789.
The Story Time Gym: 10:30 a.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Make your way through the “obstacle course,” then cool down with a story, poem, or finger play; ages 2-5. Register at townsendlibrary.org.
Music & Movement: 10:30 a.m.; Ayer Public Library, 26 East Main St. Sing, dance, and explore with Family Partnership Center; ages 0-6. 978-7728250.
Story Time: 10:30 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Enjoy spring-themed stories; ages 3-5. forbushlibrary.org.
Story Time with Miss Tiffany:
11 a.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Enjoy stories and a craft with a lamb theme. Register at ashburnhamlibrary.org.
Stitchcraft Knitting and Crochet Group:
3-5 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Need help with a pattern or looking to learn a new skill? Stop by the group for some help. 978-5824140.
“Strong Women Stay Young” Series: 4 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Learn beginner weight strengthening exercises with Niki Holtzman. Register at lunenburglibrary.org.
Lego Club: 4 p.m.; Ashby Free Public Library, 812 Main St. ashbylibrary.org.
Food Explorers Cooking Program: 4 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Make fried mozzarella bites and blueberry trifles; ages 9-12. Register at lunenburglibrary.org.
Photography Club: 5 p.m.; Ashby Free Public Library, 812 Main St. ashbylibrary.org.
Atypical Animal Art: 5 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Learn about peculiar exotic animals with Ty Agoglia; ages 7-9. New or unused pet supplies will be collected and donated to Sterling Animal Shelter. Register at thayermemoriallibrary.org.
Pajama Story Time and Craft:
6 p.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Explore outer space with a story and craft; ages 3-5. Register at lawrencelibrary.org.
Bunny Paint Party: 6 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Create a bunny painting with Julie Harrold; ages 9-12. Register at townsendlibrary.org.
Mission: Earth and Space for Kids: 6 p.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Build a star, design a satellite, or even create a cosmic catastrophe, attendees will receive a pair of solar eclipse glasses. Register at lawrencelibrary.org.
Family Craft Night: 6-7:30 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 166 Boulder Drive. Celebrate National Science Appreciation Day by creating a S.T.E. A.m.-related art project; ages 5-up. 978-829-1789.
Haunted Trail Meeting: 6:307:30 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. 978597-1714.
Women’s History Month Keynote Address:
7 p.m.; Fitchburg State University’s Hammond Hall, 160 Pearl St., Fitchburg. City of Worcester’s Commissioner of Health and Human Services Matilda “Mattie” Castiel, M.D. discusses her identity, public health, and her role as commissioner; free. Mission: Earth and Space for Tweens, Teens, and Adults:
7:15 p.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Build a star, design a satellite, or even create a cosmic catastrophe, attendees will receive a pair of solar eclipse glasses. Register at lawrencelibrary.org.
Music Mega-mix: 7:30 p.m.; Fitchburg State University, Weston Auditorium, 353 North St., Fitchburg. A showcase of bite-sized performances by its Community Orchestra, Concert Band, Chamber Choir, Concert Choir, and Modern Band; free.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27
Terrific Twos Story Time: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Stories, music, and fun; age 2. 978-534-7522.
Pre-k Story Time: 10 a.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Help your child get ready for kindergarten with books, readiness activities, and songs; ages 4-5. 978-582-4140.
Story Time with Miss Molly: 10:30 a.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 166 Boulder Drive. Enjoy songs, finger plays, and more. 978-829-1789.
Baby Time: 10:30 a.m.;
Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Stories, songs, and activities; ages 0-24. 978-874-7416.
Mother Goose on the Loose:
10:30 a.m.; Hazen Memorial Library, 3 Keady Way, Shirley. Using rhymes, songs, puppets and more to stimulate the learning process; ages 0-3. shirleylibrary.org.
Peapods Storytime: 10:3011:45 a.m.; Groton Public Library, 99 Main St. Enjoy this small gathering of caregivers and children; ages 0-2. To register, visit gpl.org.
Finger Paint Fun: 10:30 a.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Ready for a colorful mess? Finger paint and see what you create; ages 2-5. 978-433-0330.
Preschool Story & Nature Hour — Spring Peppers:
10:30 a.m.; Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, 113 Goodnow Road, Princeton. Enjoy nature-themed fun with stories, a craft, and a walk; ages 2.5.-5. Register at massaudubon.org. Move and Groove Story Time: 10:30 a.m.; Townsend Public
Library, 12 Dudley Road. Join Miss Jessie as she moves and grooves her way through your favorite storybooks; ages 2-up. To register, call 978-597-1714.
Right Start Play Group: 10:30 a.m.; Ashby Free Public Library, 812 Main St. ashbylibrary.org.
Quilting: Noon-3 p.m. Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Gather with other quilters to work on your project. 978-874-7416.
Homeschool — Nature Detectives: 1 p.m.; Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary,
113 Goodnow Road, Princeton. Featuring “Amphibians & Vernal Pools”; ages 8-11. Register at massaudubon.org.
Homeschool — Ecologists:
1 p.m.; Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, 113 Goodnow Road, Princeton. Featuring “Bluebirds”; ages 12-16. To register, visit massaudubon.org.
Homeschool — Explorers:
1 p.m.; Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, 113 Goodnow Road, Princeton. Explore a nature topic through hands-on investigations, crafts, activities, and short hikes; ages 5-7. Register at massaudubon.org.
Wonderful Wednesdays: 1:30-4:30 p.m.; Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary,
113 Goodnow Road, Princeton. Explore different habitats, learn about native plant and animal species, and more; ages 5-12. Register at massaudubon.org.
Read to Blitzen: 4-5 p.m.; Groton Public Library, 99 Main St. Blitzen is a certified therapy dog who loves to hear children read to him. To register, visit gpl.org.
Science Explorers — “Underground Mammals”: 4 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Learn about local mammal species which spend most of their lives underground. Led by Heather Simpson of Hands on Nature; ages 3-8. To register, call 978-534-7522.
Magic Tree House Book Club: 4:30 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Read the first chapters of a selected book, then take a copy of the book home to finish reading; ages 6-up. Register at townsendlibrary.org.
Community Yoga: 5:30 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. 978874-6154.
Author Talk: 6 p.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Nonfiction writer Bev Stohl will give a behind the scenes look at her new book “Chomsky & Me.” Register at lawrencelibrary.org.
Sourdough Starter Workshop:
6:30 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Learn how to make, maintain, and store a sourdough starter from an expert sourdough baker and food blogger. Register at townsendlibrary.org.
THURSDAY, MARCH 28
Read to Your Bunny Story Time: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Dance, sing, and play; ages 12-24 months. 978-534-7522.
Bilingual Story Time: 10 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Sing, dance, color, and talk Spanish together; ages 3-6. forbushlibrary.org.
Mother Goose on the Loose:
10:30 a.m.; Hazen Memorial Library, 3 Keady Way, Shirley. Using rhymes, songs, puppets and more to stimulate the learning process; ages 0-3. shirleylibrary.org.
Babygarten: 10:30 a.m.; Fitchburg Public Library temporary location, 166 Boulder
Dr., Fitchburg. Unstructured play time with puppets, musical instruments, and toys. 978829-1789.
Story Time & Craft with Miss Jessie: 10:30 a.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road.
Enjoy the story “The Great Eggscape”; ages 2-6. Register at townsendlibrary.org.
Story Time with Miss Jacquie: 10:30 a.m.; Groton Public Library, 99 Main St. Ages 3-5 welcome to this story time full of laughter and fun. Register at gpl.org.
Story Time with Miss Tiffany: 11 a.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Enjoy a story and craft with a lamb theme. Register at ashburnhamlibrary.org.
Knitting Group: Noon-3 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 166 Boulder Drive. 978-829-1780.
Anime Club: 4 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main
St., Lancaster. Enjoy all things anime; ages 13-17. thayermemoriallibrary.org.
Bilingual Story Time: 4 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Learn the basics of Spanish including colors, numbers, days of week, animals and more; ages 6-11. forbushlibrary.org.
Lego Club: 4-6 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 166 Boulder Drive. Bring your imagination, the library will have the bricks. 978-829-1789.
Teen Video Game Night: 4 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. thayermemoriallibrary.org.
Women in the Arts: 4 p.m.; Fitchburg State University’s Kent Recital Hall, Conlon Fine Arts Building, 367 North St., Fitchburg. Singers, musicians, dancers, filmmakers, poets, actors, visual artists, and more will perform and/or display work in celebration of Women’s History Month.
Historical Fiction Book Club: 5 p.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Discuss “American Eclipse” by David Baron. Register at lawrencelibrary.org.
Family Pinhole Eclipse
Viewer Making Event: 6-7:30 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. View the
Solar Eclipse safely with these pinhole viewers. Register at townsendlibrary.org.
Foraging 101: 6 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Learn how to get started on your wild food foraging journey with Rachel Goclawski, forager and certified educator. lunenburglibrary.org.
Great Decisions 2024: 6:30 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Join this diverse group of engaged informed citizens with varied life experiences and perspectives. 978-874-7416.
Mariokart Club: 6:30 p.m.; Ashby Free Public Library, 812 Main St. ashbylibrary.org.
Using Raised Garden Beds:
6:30 p.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Learn how to fill your raised beds with soil, where to put them, and other tips and tricks with Charlie Mcconologue. Register at ashburnhamlibrary.org.
Book Club: 6:30 p.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Discuss “The Book of Lost Names.” 978-827-4115.
Film Night for Grown-ups:
6:30 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Watch “She Said,” rated R. 978-5347522.
Fiction Book Club: 6:30 p.m.; Ashby Free Public Library, 812 Main St. ashbylibrary.org.
Virtual — “Seen by Sea:
An Appreciation of the New England Coast”: 7 p.m.; Hosted by Groton Public Library. Take a virtual trip from Providence, RI to Bar Harbor, Maine — enjoying the sights and histories of New England’s many scenic ports. Register at gpl.org.
FRIDAY, MARCH 29
Easter Fun Day: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Leominster City Hall, 25 West St. Enjoy spring-themed crafts, activities, snacks, and a visit from the Easter Bunny himself; free.
Parent & Me Yoga: 10:15 a.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Explore yoga and movement through mindful themes, yoga poses, songs, and a story. Led by Valerie Kacian. 978-368-8928.
Little Scientists STEAM Play Group: 10:30 a.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Engage in hands on activities and explore the world around you; ages 2.5-6. Email ssullivan@asrsd.org.
Stories and Songs with Miss Meredith: 10:30 a.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Enjoy stories and interactive activities; ages 0-5. thayermemoriallibrary.org.
Zumbini: 11 a.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Enjoy this motivational, colorful interactive experience; ages 4 months-4 years. Register at townsendlibrary.org.
A Caregiver- Child Book Club: 3 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 166 Boulder Drive. Enjoy this story time, discussion, and craft. 978-829-1789.
Graphic Novel Book Club: 3:30 p.m. Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Discuss “Chi’s Sweet Home” by Konami Kanata; enjoy snacks and a fun activity. 979874-7416.
YA Afternoon Movie: 3:30 p.m.; Groton Public Library, 99 Main St. Watch “Kung-fu Panda 4”; grades 5-12. Register at gpl.org.
SATURDAY, MARCH 30
Saturday Yoga: 10 a.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Led by yoga instructor Vicki Brunelle. Register at ashburnhamlibrary.org.
Saturday Craft Camp: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Make a spring craft; ages 6-12. ashburnhamlibrary. org.
Community Heart and Soup: 10 a.m.-noon; Lawrence
Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Join Pepperell+ to kick off this resident-driven process engaging the community in identifying what they love most about their community, what future they want for it, and how to achieve it. lawrencelibrary.org.
Crafty Kids: 10:30-11:30 a.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Decorate eggs using stickers and paint pens; ages Pre-k-up. Register at lawrencelibrary.org.
Planting with Robin: 11 a.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Learn about gardening and plant some seeds. Register at lunenburglibrary.org.
Groton Reads — “Pizza Tasting”: 11:30 a.m.; Groton Public Library, 99 Main St. Two of the central characters in “Symphony of Secrets” pursue finding the very best pizza in New York City. Find out who offers up the best slice in Groton. Register at gpl.org.
Art + Music with Groton Hill: 2 p.m.; Groton Public Library, 99 Main St. Explore the attitude, feel, and expression that different styles of music can evoke from even the most inexperienced of artists. Register at gpl.org.
Easter Egg Hunt: 2 p.m.; Townsend VFW Post 6538 Function Hall, 491 Main St., West Townsend. Children 9 years of age or younger, who live in Townsend, or are relatives of Townsend VFW Post or Auxiliary are welcome. Bring a bag, pail, or basket.