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Sunday, Feb. 19

Leominster Restaurant Week: City of Leominster. Support local restaurants today through Feb. 25. Restaurants participating include – 435 Bar & Grille, Aroma Joe’s, Boscado Tapas Bar, Brazucao Lanches, Comeketo Brazilian Steakhouse, Cristina’s Restaurant, D’Angelo Grilled Sandwiches, Ei Coqui, The Fix Burger Bar, Logan’s Table, Mellos Mexican Bar and Grill, Papa Gino’s, Roasted Peppers, TC Lando’s.

Monday, Feb. 20

101st Annual George Washington Hatchet Hunt: 9 a.m.; Athol Community Elementary School, 1064 Pleasant St., Athol. Children, ages preschool to 15, invited to scout the property, looking for hidden gifts.

Tuesday, Feb. 21

Winter Krafty Kids Make & Take: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Bigelow Free Public Library, 54 Walnut St., Clinton. Drop-in to make something for your backyard birds, sock snowmen doorstoppers, and a planter to force bulbs for spring. To register, visit bigelowlibrary.org.

Drop-In Crafts: 10 a.m.-Noon; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Children, ages 4 and up and their families welcome to create their own Tiny Town for imaginative play and/or make Prehistoric Pencil Pals (while supplies last). 978-534-7522.

The Story Time Gym: 10:30 a.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Have fun making your way through the obstacle course with steppingstones, hop spots, balance beams, tunnels and more, then enjoy a story, poem, or finger play; ages 2-5. To register, call 978-597-1714.

Babytime: 10:30 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Songs, stories, and fun for the littlest patrons; ages 0-24 months. 978-874-7416.

Story Time with Miss Jane: 10:30 a.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Songs, finger plays, movement, and stories. 978-829-1789.

Story Time – Birthdays: 11 a.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Join Miss Tiffany for a morning of birthday-themed stories, rhymes, and a fun craft; ages 0-5. ashburnhamlibrary.org

English Conversation Class: 11 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Open to all speakers of all languages and abilities. Registration preferred, however, walk-ins welcome. To register, contact Literacy Volunteers of the Montachusett Region at 978-343-8184.

Freedom Songs: 1-2:30 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Bright Start Touring Theatre presents this musical journey in honor of Black History Month; ages 8-up. thayermemoriallibrary.org

Romantic Movie Matinee: 1-3 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. In celebration of Valentine’s Day, watch the movie “The Notebook.” thayermemoriallibrary.org

Family Crafternoon (Session 1): 1:30 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Bring your creativity to experiment with assorted designs and colors in this easy to do tie-dye family craft program; ages 5-up with adult assistance. To register, visit lunenburglibrary.org.

Family Crafternoon (Session 2): 2:30 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Bring your creativity to experiment with assorted designs and colors in this easy to do tie-dye family craft program; ages 5-up with adult assistance. To register, visit lunenburglibrary.org.

Stitchcraft Knitting & Crochet Group: 3-5 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Chat while working on a project, or learn a new skill. 978-582-4140.

Professor Bugman – Hide-A-Bug: 3 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Yikes! A Roach! These things are scary, but what is even scarier is everything when you are a big, fat, tasty insect. Join Professor Bugman to learn to build a shelter fit for a bug; ages 6-up. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.

Live Animal Show: 3 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Meet a Screaming Hairy Armadillo, a Fennec Fox, a Coati, and more interesting animals up close with Animal Adventures. 978-534-7522.

Mario Kart Tournament: 3-4:30 p.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Ashburnham. Race to the library for a Mario Kart Tournament and take turns trying different races. To register, visit ashburnhamlibrary.org.

Girl Scouts’ Science of Snow: 5:30-7:15 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Learn all about snow, the distinct types of snowflakes, and more while earning your first official Girl Scout patch; free. Daisies (grades K-1) meet at 5:30 p.m.; Brownies (grades 2-3) meet at 6:30 p.m. Register at https://bit.ly/snowleominster

Tuesday Book Club: 6 p.m.; Bigelow Free Public Library, 54 Walnut St., Clinton. Read and discuss “The Queen of Palmyra” by Minrose Gwin. To reserve a copy of the book, visit bigelowlibrary.org.

Pajama Story Time: 6 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Wind down and get ready for bed with Miss Jessie with stories, songs, dancing along to nursery rhymes, and quiet yoga; ages 2-6. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.

Backyard Growing: 6:30 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Presented by the Westminster Agricultural Commission, the topic is “Challenges to the Local Food System”. 978-874-7416.

Macrame Level 2: 7 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Make a wall hanging. For tweens, ages 9-12, who have participated in one of the beginner macramé classes or who have learned macramé previously. To register, call 978-534-7522.

Virtual Movie Club: 8 p.m.; Hosted by Townsend Public Library. Watch the movie “Big Fish” and then discuss it with the group. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.

Wednesday, Feb. 22

Pre-K Story Time: 10 a.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Help your child develop a lifelong love of reading with stories, activities, rhymes, and songs; ages 4-5. lunenburglibrary.org

Paint a Ballonicorn: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Join Magic Brush Pottery of Tewksbury to paint this friendly-looking pal any way you like. To register, call 978-534-7522.

Story Time with Miss Molly: 10:30 a.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Songs, finger plays, movement, and stories. 978-829-1789.

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, visit townsendlibrary.org.

Babytime: 10:30 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Songs, stories, and fun for the littlest patrons; ages 0-24 months. 978-874-7416.

Introduction to Shark Biology: 11 a.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Enjoy this very cool shark event presented by Atlantic White Shark Conservancy – how they grow, what they eat and where they live; ages 6-up. To register, visit lunenburglibrary.org.

Story Time – Birthdays: 11 a.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Join Miss Tiffany for a morning of birthday-themed stories, rhymes, and a fun craft; ages 0-5. ashburnhamlibrary.org

Quilting at Forbush: Noon-3 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. This is a group for quilters to gather and work on their own projects. 978-874-6154.

Art Program: 12:30 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Contact 978-874-7416 for details.

Tween Movie Afternoon: 1 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Bring a pillow and a blanket and enjoy some snacks as you watch “The Mitchells vs the Machines”. 978-534-7522.

COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic: 1-4 p.m.; Spanish American Center, 112 Spruce St., Leominster. Vaccines being offered include Moderna for 18 and older and Pfizer for 5 and older. To register, call 978-534-3145.

Senior Center Book Club: 1 p.m.; Townsend Senior Center, 16 Dudley Road. Read and discuss “The Love of My Life” by Rosie Walsh. To register, call 978-597-1710.

Winter Bingo: 2 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Join Miss Jessie for a fun afternoon of Bingo, all ages. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.

STEAM Team – Bouncing Ball: 2 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Explore science concepts and STEAM activities and make a bouncing polymer ball; ages 6-12. To register, call 978-829-1789.

Kids Crafternoon: 3 p.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Do you want to build a snowman? Create your own special snow person with clay and accessories. To register, call 978-827-4115.

Terrific Terrariums: 3 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Learn the basics of succulent care by getting your hands dirty and creating your own miniature terrarium; presented by New England Botanical Garden. To register, visit thayermemoriallibrary.org.

YA Book Group: 5 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Read and discuss “Five Total Strangers” by Natalie D. Richards. Eat pizza and play Book Bingo. thayermemoriallibrary.org

Community Yoga: 5:30 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Regardless of skill level, this class is open to everyone. 978-874-7416.

Intergenerational Tai Chi: 6 p.m.; Townsend Senior Center, 16 Dudley Road. Jeff Cote, The Occidental Taoist, will lead this class, open to the community. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.

Adult Book Club: 6 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Read and discuss “The Personal Librarian” by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. 978-874-7416.

Seven Bridge Open Mic Night: 6-7:30 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. All writing welcome – poems, songs, literary masterpieces, commercial fiction, nonfiction, humor, plays and more. thayermemoriallibrary.org

Teen Murder Mystery Party: 6-8 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Join library staff for a night of mayhem, mystery, and murder. Play a character, find clues, and catch a killer; grades 7-12. To register, visit leominsterlibrary.org.

Online Hometown Habitats – Coasts: 7 p.m.; Hosted by Mass Audubon. Celebrate the components, creatures, and relationships that make Massachusetts coastlines vibrant, fascinating, essential, and awe-inspiring. To register, visit massuaudon.org.

Thursday, Feb. 23

Espanol para los ninos: 10 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Sing, dance, color and talk Spanish together; ages 3-6. Led by Senora Emily West. forbushlibrary.org

Owl Pellet Dissection: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Learn all about owls with Laurie Nehring, local naturalist. To register, call 978-534-7522.

Drop-In – Buttons, Magnets and Keychains: 10 a.m.-noon; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. The library staff will have the Button Machine going strong to make buttons, magnets, and key chains. 978-534-7522.

Story Time with Miss Maren: 10:30 a.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Enjoy songs, rhymes, finger plays, and books; ages 0-5. thayermemoriallibrary.org

Build with Your Family: 10:30 a.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Parent and children welcome to use materials like Legos, PlusPlus, Kapla and more to build. Ashburnhamlibrary.org

Knitting: 12:30-3 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Join other knitters in the Garden Room; all welcome. 978-345-5968.

Introduction to Writing: 1 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Learn more about writing fiction, nonfiction, essays, and more. To register, visit thayermemorialibrary.org.

Pop-Up Art Needle Felted Cat in a Box: 1 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Learn how to needle felt a cat using a barbed needle and wool; box included; ages 12-up. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.

Story Time: 1:30 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster; ages 3-up. 978-874-7416.

COVID-19 Pfizer Vaccine Clinic: 2-5 p.m.; Centro, Inc., 437 Main St., Fitchburg. Enjoy a free slice of pizza, free children’s books, $75 Target gift card, and a bike raffle. 978-829-1872.

Chinese Acrobat: 2:30 p.m.; Bigelow Free Public Library, 54 Walnut St., Clinton. Enjoy a performance by Li Liu, longtime acrobat who has traveled and performed extensively throughout Europe, Africa, Asia and the United States. To register, visit bigelowlibrary.org.

Magic Show: 3 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Enjoy this family magic show with one of New England’s funniest magicians, Tommy James, who will present a rollercoaster ride of magic entertainment. 978-534-7522.

Virtual – Community Read Event: 3:30 p.m.; Hosted by Leominster Public Library. “Stand Up Nation: Humor and Identity in Multiethnic America” will be a conversation between Dr. David Gillota, Associate Professor of English, University of Wisconsin-Platteville and Dr. DeMisty Bellinger-Delfeld, Associate Professor of English at Fitchburg State University.

Espanol para los estudiantes: 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. Led by Senora Emily West. forbushlibrary.org

Family Movie Night: 5:30-7 p.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Watch the movie “Arthur & the Minimoys,” To register, call 978-827-4115.

Puzzle Race: 5:30 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Gather your team of up to four people to compete against other groups in a timed jigsaw puzzle competition. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.

Trevor the Games Man: 6:30 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Stiltwalking, Cooperative Games, jokes, comedy, laughter and fun; ages 6-14. thayermemoriallibrary.com

Great Decisions 2023: 6:30 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Topic is “Politics in Latin America.” To register, call 978-874-7416.

Film Night for Grown-Ups: 6:30 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Watch the movie “Till”, rated PG-13. 978-534-7522.

Teen Movie Night: 6:30 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Watch the movie “The Princess Bride”, rated PG. 978-534-7522.

Stuffie Sleepover: 6:30 p.m.; Bigelow Free Public Library, 54 Walnut St., Clinton. Bring a stuffed animal friend with you, enjoy stories, and make a sleep sack, then tuck him/her in before you leave. Come back on Friday to pick him/her up. To register, visit bigelowlibrary.org.

Virtual – Meet the Author: 7 p.m.; Hosted by Lunenburg Public Library. Join Dr. Earnestine Jenkins for a presentation about her recently published book “Black Artists in America, From the Great Depression to Civil Rights”.  To register, visit lunenburglibrary.org.

Friday, Feb. 24

Once Upon a Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Leominster City Hall, 25 West St. Activities, crafts, snacks, and more provided. Prince and princess costumes welcomed, but not required. This is a free event, no tickets needed.

Make Plant Potions: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Calling all wizards, fairies, and other magical beings to make plant potions with New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill; ages 8-10. To register, call 978-534-7522.

Medicare Seminar: 10 a.m.-Noon; Beechwood Hotel, 363 Plantation Street, Worcester. Blue Cross experts will help you navigate the complexities of Medicare and answer questions about plans and benefits. To register, call 800-262-2583.

MOC CFCE Playgroup: 10:30 a.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Join MOC for this pop-up playgroup. info@mocinc.org

Henna Alchemy: 11 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Mandy Roberge from Wicked Good Henna will teach all about henna. 978-874-7416.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament: 11 a.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Compete against others in this tournament; open to grades 5-8. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.

Zumbini: 11:15 a.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Join Julie Quirk from Studio Q for this motivational experience featuring music, colorful scarves, bongo drums, bubbles, and dancing with disco lights. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.

COVID-19 Pfizer Vaccine Clinic & Pizza Party: 12:30-5 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Enjoy free pizza, free children’s books, a $75 Target gift card, a bike raffle and Great Wolf Lodge raffle. Open to all ages 6 months and up. Sponsored by the Fitchburg Health Department and the Montachusett Public Health Network. 978-829-1872.

Wicked Good Henna – Part 1: 2-3 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Mandy Roberge will lead this program. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.

Unlock-the-Box – Breakout the Superheroes: 2 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Families and/or small groups of 2-8 people invited to work as a team to follow the clues, solve the puzzles, and open the box before it is too late; ages 6-up. To register, call 978-829-1789.

Wicked Good Henna – Part 2: 3-4 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Mandy Roberge will lead this program. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.

Graphic Novel Design: 3:30 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Each month read a graphic novel, then chat about it while doing a fun activity. This month’s book is “Amulet, Book One: The Stonekeeper” by Kazu Kibuishi. Copies available at the library. 978-874-7416.

Saturday, Feb. 25

Pannukakku Breakfast: 8-10 a.m.; Finnish Center at Saima Park, 67 Scott Road, Fitchburg. Enjoy Finnish oven pancake, bacon, sausage, fruit, juice, Finnish coffee bread, coffee/tea/cocoa; $10. Loaves of coffee bread for sale, along with artisan goods by artist Karen Kemp and various vendors. saima-park.org

Ski, Snowshoe, or Hike: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Finnish Center at Saima Park, 67 Scott Road, Fitchburg. Finnish coffee bread and beverages sold in the Function Hall. All invited to bring a bag lunch. saima-park.org

Saturday Craft Camp: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Drop in the Makerspace for an easy winter craft. 978-827-4115.

Wildlife Tracking for Beginners: 10 a.m.-noon; Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, 113 Goodnow Road, Princeton. Learn basic track and trail patterns of local wildlife and then practice those skills along the trails. To register, visit massaudubon.org.

Tech Help at the Library: 10 a.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Sign-up for a 15-minute tech session to learn more about the Libby app, laptops, phones and more. To register, visit lunenburglibrary.org.

Read to a TheraPAWS Therapy Pet: 10:30 a.m.-noon; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Therapy pets available for your child to read to. 978-829-1789.

Celebrate National Sauna Week: 10:30 a.m.; Finnish Center at Saima Park, 67 Scott Road, Fitchburg. Marci Haneisen will present a power point presentation about Finland’s beloved tradition of Sauna Week. Following the program, visit the center’s Sauna Museum. saima-park.org

Monster Movie Double Feature: 10:30 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. 978-874-7416.

Saturday Story Time: 11 a.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Ashburnham. Join Miss Tiffany for friendship-themed stories, songs, and parachute play; ages 0-5. 978-827-411

Perler Bead Fun: 2:30 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Use your creativity using these colorful plastic fusible beads. To register, call 978-534-7522.

Local dietician to host healthy eating workshop

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ASHBURNHAM — The new year is under way and whether you made a resolution to get healthier or not, Lucy Hutchings, registered dietitian, is excited to present ways of eating that will improve your energy and well-being.

“The Paleo/Primal Diet with Lucy Hutchings” will be held at 6:30 until 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, in Stevens Memorial Library’s Community Room, 20 Memorial Drive.

Tips, recipes, and food samples will be provided.

Hutchings is a wife, mom of three children, and owner of Wellness From Within Nutrition, LLC, where she is dedicated to helping women find true wellness, from the inside out. She grew up in Westford, now residing in New Ipswich, NH for the past nine years and has recently opened a studio in the center of New Ipswich.

“Many of our struggles with things like weight, digestive or skin issues, and inflammation stem from damage to our gut that can be influenced by our diet and lifestyle,” Hutchings said. “Getting back to eating a whole foods diet, also sometimes referred to as a paleo/primal diet, can help heal the gut and provide the weight loss, energy and better health we’re looking for.”

During this presentation, Hutchings will be talking about the simple steps you can take right now to put some of these gut-healing foods and lifestyle changes into practice.

There are three steps to getting started on an anti-inflammatory/paleo diet, she said.

“Start reading ingredient lists and avoid packaged foods that contain ingredients you don’t recognize,” Hutchings said. “Usually this is a sign that it’s a processed food that is causing more damage to the gut.

Secondly, start planning out your meals a few days in advance, “it’s a lot easier to avoid pizza and take out when you have a plan in place ahead of time,” she added. “And lastly, start small – decide on one small healthy change and commit to it for a week before adding on another change. Small steps count!”

She will discuss health concerns such as eczema or proriasis, digestive problems like stomach pain, gas, bloating or diarrhea, or autoimmune issues such as MS, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis.

“Taking care of your body is essential to living a vibrant, healthy life and avoiding medications and procedures,” said Hutchings. “With all the information out there it can be confusing to know what to believe and where to start. That’s why I recommend keeping it simple and going ‘back to basics’ with your food and nutrition. It doesn’t have to be so hard to eat healthy. You really can heal your gut – one natural bite at a time.”

For more information on Lucy Hutchings, RD, LDN, visit her on Facebook, Instagram @lucyhutchingsrd, and at lucyhutchingsrd.com, where you will find free resources including an Anti-Inflammatory Quickstart Guide, The Healthy Mama Podcast, and a free Facebook group providing tips and live trainings weekly.

For more information, or to register for this presentation, visit ashburnhamlibrary.org or call 978-827-4115.

Love is in the air with Valentine-themed community events

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Whether you want to make a Valentine for someone special in your life, watch a romantic movie, read a book, or not celebrate Valentine’s Day at all, the community has you covered. The following events are planned for all ages.

Here’s Looking at You Kid!

LANCASTER – In celebration of Valentine’s Day, the community is invited to watch the American romantic drama film “Casablanca” from 1 until 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7, at the Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St. The film, starring Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, and Paul Henreid. is set during World War II and focuses on love and sacrifice. The film was released in 1942.

For more information, visit thayermemoriallibrary.org or call 978-368-8928.

Valentines are in the works at the Fitchburg Public Library

FITCHBURG — Whether you are pro-Valentine, anti-Valentine, a messy Valentine or would like to make a senior citizen feel special, the Fitchburg Public Library has special events set up this month.

A Family Craft Night will be held from 6 until 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7, inviting children, ages 5 and up to create their very own 3D Valentine’s.

A Pro-Valentine’s Perler Beads workshop will be held from 4 until 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, in the library’s Garden Room. This event is for ages 13 to 18.

The community is welcome to participate in Valentine’s for Seniors anytime from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11. All supplies will be provided to make that perfect Valentine card that will be shared with residents at The Highlands.

Messy Monday will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 13, for a morning of sensory art exploration and creation making 3D Valentine’s.

If you need space to get away from all the Valentine’s Day stuff, hang out in the library’s Garden Room at the Teen Art Night – Anti-Valentine’s Day Art event from 4 until 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14,

The library is located downtown at 610 Main St.

For more information, or to register for events, visit fitchburgpubliclibrary.org or call 978-829-1789.

FPL Book Club to discuss ‘Loving Frank’

FITCHBURG — The community is invited to read and discuss the novel “Loving Frank” by Nancy Horan, a fictional recreation of the true story of the adulterous affair between Frank Lloyd Wright and Mamah Borthwick Cheney.

The book club will meet at 1 p.m. and also at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8, at the Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St.

The FPL Book Club meets on the second Wednesday of the month. Participants may attend either group – or both.

Books are available at the library.

For more information, visit fitchburgpubliclibrary.org or call 978-829-1780.

Big hugs to this sweet story time

TOWNSEND — Whether you are big, or small, or square, or long, or spikey, or soft, no one can resist the unbelievable hugs from the “Hug Machine”, by Scott Campbell. This children’s book will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, in Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road.

Miss Jessie will read the story followed by a simple project to take home that may incorporate paint, glue, stickers – the possibilities are endless. This event is appropriate for children ages 2 to 6.

For more information, or to register, visit townsendlibrary.org or call 978-597-1714.

Valentine Craft Program at the library

LUNENBURG – Make adorable Valentine love monsters anytime between 3:30 and 5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, at the Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. There will be 36 kits available. To register, visit lunenburglibrary.org or call 978-582-4140.

And They Call It Puppy Love

FITCHBURG — The community is welcomed to the “Puppy Love Pawty & Auction Benefit” from 6 until 8:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10, at River Styx Brewing, 166 Boulder Drive. Dogs and their owners encouraged to attend. Cost is $10 and includes a paw paddle, River Styx Microbrew exclusive pour, light refreshments, and auctions. All proceeds to support The Fitchburg Dog Park.

Easy and fun Valentine’s Day craft planned

CLINTON – Have a sweet Valentine’s Day with a DIY Valentine Mason Jars workshop to be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, in Bigelow Free Public Library, 54 Walnut St.

This simple fun, craft idea is perfect as a gift for a loved one. For ages 18 and up. To register, visit bigelowlibrary.org or call 978-365-4160.

A Valentine’s story time and craft session for animal lovers

LEOMINSTER – Love is in the air with the irresistible photographic story of “The Secret Life of Squirrels: A Love Story” by Nancy Rose.

This special story time will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 13, at the Leominster Public Library, 30 West St., featuring this book that is sure to delight readers and animal lovers.

After the story, children are welcomed to make a 3D Bubblegum Machine Valentine with little foam hearts as the gumballs, perfect for a Valentine’s Day decoration or to give to a special person.

This story time is appropriate for children ages 3 to 7 and a caregiver.

For more information, or to register (required), visit leominsterlibrary.org or call 978-534-7522.

Valentine-themed story time at Stevens Memorial Library

ASHBURNHAM — The staff at the Stevens Memorial Library invites the community to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a Valentine-themed story time at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14 and Wednesday, Feb. 15. Children, ages newborn to 5, will enjoy stories, rhymes, and a fun craft.

For more information, visit ashburnhamlibrary.org or call 978-827-4115.

Community Calendar: Week of Feb. 13, 2023

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Sunday, Feb. 5

Pop-Up Art School: 2 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Learn about the centuries-old art of reverse glass painting and create your own painting; ages 14-up. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.

Monday, Feb. 6

Kiddie Music Time: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Stephanie Rogers, accompanied by Joe Mazzarella on keyboard, will introduce children to classic and original music, song, percussion instruments, and dance; ages 5-under. 978-534-7522.

Story Time: 10:30 a.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. This weekly story time features songs, rhymes, finger plays and books with Miss Maren. thayermemoriallibrary.org

First Friends Story Time: 10:30 a.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Join Miss Karen for a relaxed story time for infants and toddlers. 978-597-1714.

Little Listeners Story Time: 11 a.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Help your child develop a life-long love of reading with books, activities, rhymes, and songs; ages newborn-4. lunenburglibrary.org

Zoom – Job Search Help “How to Improve Your Interviewing Skills”: 2 p.m.; Hosted by Bigelow Free Public Library, Clinton. In this interactive role-playing workshop, learn how to prepare for a variety of types of interviews, led by Joyce Mandel, owner of JMGM Employability Training. To register, visit bigelowlibrary.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. leominsterlibrary.org

Nintendo Game Night: 4:30 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Meet up to play the library’s Nintendo Switch; snacks provided. thayermemoriallibrary.org

Knitting Group: 6 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Join this small, friendly group of knitters of all ages and abilities. thayermemoriallibrary.org

Tween Makerspace: 7 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Explore and build with the library’s Marble Run kit. Create tracks with spins, jumps, and falls and watch your marbles zoom by. To register, call 978-534-7522.

Stand-up Comedy Workshop: 7 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Everyone’s life is rich with comedy, and Jerry Caruso will help you “find the funny” parts of your story. To register, call 978-534-7522.

Tuesday, Feb. 7

Preschool Story Time: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Stories, music, and motion for children ages 3-5. 978-534-7522.

The Story Time Gym: 10:30 a.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Have fun making your way through the obstacle course with steppingstones, hop spots, balance beams, tunnels and more, then enjoy a story, poem, or finger play; ages 2-5. To register, call 978-597-1714.

Babytime: 10:30 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Songs, stories, and fun for the littlest patrons; ages 0-24 months. 978-874-7416.

Story Time with Miss Jane: 10:30 a.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Enjoy songs, finger plays, movement, and stories. 978-829-1789.

“100 Books Bucket List” Book Club: 11 a.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Read and discuss “Selected Stories” by Alice Munro. lunenburglibrary.org

Story Time – Mail: 11 a.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Join Miss Tiffany for a morning of mail-themed stories, rhymes, and a fun craft; ages 0-5. ashburnhamlibrary.org

English Conversation Class: 11 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. This class is free and open to all speakers of all languages and abilities. 978-534-7522.

Romantic Movie Matinee: 1-3 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Here’s looking at you, kid. In celebration of Valentine’s Day, enjoy the movie “Casablanca.” thayermemoriallibrary.org

Zoom – Forgotten Disney: Extinct Rides & Attractions: 2 p.m.; Hosted by Bigelow Free Public Library, Clinton. Explore these attractions, some loved and still missed by fans together, others maybe best forgotten. To register, visit bigelowlibrary.org.

Stitchcraft Knitting & Crochet Group: 3-5 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Chat while working on a project, or learn a new skill. 978-582-4140.

Alzheimer and Dementia Caregivers Support Group: 6 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. A place for caregivers, family, and friends of persons with dementia to meet and develop a support system. 978-534-7522.

Family Fun Night: 6 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Build amazing structures using toothpicks, marshmallows, and gumdrops; ages 3-7. To register, call 978-534-7522.

Family Craft Night: 6-7 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Children, ages 5 and up, welcome to create 3D Valentines at the library. 978-829-1789.

Identifying Fraud and Common Scams: 6:30 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Topics will include email and phone scams, postal mail scams, other current scam trends, and best practices to protect yourself. 978-582-4140.

Online – Owls of Massachusetts (Session 3): 7 p.m.; Hosted by Mass Audubon. Learn the best times, locations, and methods for seeing owls, and how to identify them by sight and sound. To register, visit massaudubon.org.

Disabled American Veterans Chapter 24 meeting: 7 p.m.; Leominster Veterans Memorial Center, 100 West St. For more information, call 978-537-1541.

Wednesday, Feb. 8

Pre-K Story Time: 10 a.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Help your child develop a lifelong love of reading with stories, activities, rhymes, and songs; ages 4-5. lunenburglibrary.org

Terrific Twos Story Time: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Stories, music and fun for 2-year-olds and a caregiver; siblings welcome. 978-534-7522.

Chair & Stand: 10:15 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. 978-874-7416

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, visit townsendlibrary.org.

Story Time with Miss Molly: 10:30 a.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Enjoy songs, finger plays, movement, and stories. 978-829-1789.

Babytime: 10:30 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Songs, stories, and fun for the littlest patrons; ages 0-24 months. 978-874-7416.

Story Time – Mail: 11 a.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Join Miss Tiffany for a morning of mail-themed stories, rhymes, and a fun craft; ages 0-5. ashburnhamlibrary.org

Quilting at Forbush: Noon-3 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. This is a group for quilters to gather and work on their own projects. 978-874-6154.

Zumbini: Noon; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Join Julie Quirk from Studio Q for this motivational experience featuring music, colorful scarves, bongo drums, bubbles, and dancing with disco lights. To register, visit lunenburglibrary.org.

FPL Book Club: 1 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Read and discuss “Loving Frank” by Nancy Horan. Books available at the library. 978-829-1780.

MOC CFCE: 1 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Join Miss Kelley for an afternoon of creating, exploring, and sharing; ages 0-6. 978-874-7416.

Community Yoga: 5:30 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Regardless of skill level, this class is open to everyone. 978-874-7416.

Family Board Game Night: 5:30-7 p.m.; Bigelow Free Public Library, 54 Walnut St., Clinton. Drop-in for board gaming fun; refreshments. bigelowlibrary.org

Tiger Den Meeting: 5:45-7:15 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Westminster Cub Scout Pack 33 will meet. forbushlibrary.org

Mineral Mosaics: 6 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. This class is art and geology rolled into one fun project; ages 8-12. To register, call 978-534-7522.

Intergenerational Tai Chi: 6 p.m.; Townsend Senior Center, 16 Dudley Road. Jeff Cote, The Occidental Taoist, will lead this class; open to the community. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.

Tea & Chocolate – A Pleasant Pairing: 6:30 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Join Kim Larkin, licensed chocolatier, for a fun and educational presentation highlighting the history and health benefits of tea and dark chocolate. To register, call 978-534-7522.

FPL Book Club: 6:30 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Read and discuss “Loving Frank” by Nancy Horan. Books available at the library. 978-829-1780.

Online – Hometown Habits “Forests”: 7 p.m.; Hosted by Mass Audubon. Find forest types and what their presence can tell you about soil, weather, and geography. To register, visit massaudubon.org.

Thursday, Feb. 9

Espanol para los ninos: 10 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Sing, dance, color and talk Spanish together; ages 3-6. Led by Senora Emily West. forbushlibrary.org

Open Sew: 10 a.m.-noon; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. ashburnhamlibrary.org

Read to Your Bunny Story Time: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Dance, sing and listen to playful stories; ages 12-24 months. 978-534-7522.

Stretch, Strengthen & Balance: 10:15 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. 978-974-7416.

Every Child Ready to Read: 10:30 a.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Liz Garreffi will lead this early literacy story time featuring songs, stories, and a craft; ages 2-5. thayermemoriallibrary.org

Story Time & Craft: 10:30 a.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Miss Jessie will read “Hug Machine” and help you create a simple project to take home; ages 2-6. townsendlibrary.org

Brown Bag Book Group: Noon; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Read and discuss “Beartown” by Fredrik Backman. Bring your lunch if you wish, beverages provided. To borrow a copy of the book, call 978-534-7522.

Knitting: 12:30-3 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Join other knitters to work on your project or get ideas. 978-345-5968.

An Introduction to Writing: 1 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Learn more about writing fiction, nonfiction, essays, and more kinds of writing. To register, visit thayermemoriallibrary.org.

Story Time: 1:30 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster; ages 3-up. 978-874-7416.

Valentine Craft Program: 3:30-5 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Make a Valentine monster; 36 kits available. To sign-up for a kit, call 978-582-4140.

Espanol para los estudiantes: 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. Led by Senora Emily West. forbushlibrary.org

Pro-Valentines Perler Beads: 4-6 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Stop by the Garden Room to make perler bead Valentines; ages 13-18. 978-829-1789.

Teen Craft Lab: 6 p.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Create Clay Snow People. To register, call 978-827-4115.

Family Game Night: 6 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Play various board games and card games that you can play with family and friends. lunenburglibrary.org

Toastmasters Weekly Meeting: 6 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. thayermemoriallibrary.org

Great Decisions 2023: 6:30 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Topic is “China’s Foreign Policy.” To register, call 978-874-7416.

The Paleo/Primal Diet Discussion: 6:30 p.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Join Registered Dietitian, Lucy Hastings, for a presentation on what the Paleo/Primal diet is all about, who it can help, and what to eat on it. Tips, recipes, and food samples provided. To register, visit ashburnhamlibrary.org.

Discovering the American Story: an Historical Book Club: 7 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Diane Sanabria, local history and genealogy librarian, will discuss “Isaac’s Storm: A Man, a Time, and the Deadliest Hurricane in History” by Erik Larson. To register, or get a copy of the book, call 978-534-7522.

Online – Winter Nature Photography (Session 3): 7 p.m.; Hosted by Mass Audubon. This series is designed to improve your technical and artistic photography skills using winter as your backdrop. To register, visit massaudubon.org.

Friday, Feb. 10

Laurelwood Garden Club: 9:30 a.m.; Fitchburg Art Museum, 185 Elm St. Ralph Baker, Ph. D, will present “Soil for a Healthy Planet”. Contact Julie Palioca at 978-537-7630.

Me, You, We Playgroup: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. This playgroup will focus on social-emotional skills, geared for children ages 2-5. 978-534-7522.

ABC Story Time: 10:30 a.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Each week focus on one letter with the alphabet, books, and crafts. Led by Miss Maren; ages 3-5. thayermemoriallibrary.org

Zumbini: 11:15 a.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Join Julie Quirk from Studio Q for this motivational experience featuring music, colorful scarves, bongo drums, bubbles, and dancing with disco lights. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.

COVID Vax Clinic: 1-5 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. The Fitchburg Board of Health is hosting a Pfizer vaccine and booster clinic for ages 5-up. Bring your vaccine card for second shots or boosters. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome. 508-922-4138.

Zoom – Los Literarios – Spanish Literary Society: 4 p.m.; Hosted by Bigelow Free Public Library, Clinton. A new reading group dedicated to people who love reading and speaking Spanish. Partnering with Groton Public Library. bigelowlibrary.org

Puppy Love Pawty & Auction Benefit: 6-8:30 p.m.; River Styx Brewing, 166 Boulder Drive, Fitchburg. Dogs and their owners encouraged to attend. Cost is $10 and features a paw paddle, River Styx Microbrew exclusive pour, light refreshments, and auctions. All proceeds to support The Fitchburg Dog Park.

Saturday, Feb. 11

Ski, Snowshoe, or Hike: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Finnish Center at Saima Park, 67 Scott Road, Fitchburg. Finnish coffee bread and beverages sold in the Function Hall. All invited to bring a bag lunch. saima-park.org

Saturday Craft Camp: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Drop in the Makerspace for an easy winter craft. 978-827-4115.

“Take Your Child to the Library” Day: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Bigelow Free Public Library, 54 Walnut St., Clinton. Celebrate the 12th Annual “Take Your Child to the Library Day” with door prizes, drawings, crafts, and face painting. bigelowlibrary.org

Art Gallery Reception: 10 a.m.-Noon; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Join the Gallery Group and artists for a fun art reception to celebrate “Art Under Lockdown;” on exhibit today through March 31. townsendlibrary.org

Tech Help at the Library: 10 a.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Sign-up for a 15-minute tech session to learn more about the Libby app, laptops, phones and more. To register, visit lunenburglibrary.org.

Habitat for Humanity Information Meeting: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. diana@ncmhabitat.org

DIY Valentine Mason Jars: 10:30 a.m.; Bigelow Free Public Library, 54 Walnut St., Clinton. This simple fun, craft idea is perfect as a gift for a loved one. To register, visit bigelowlibrary.org.

Valentines for Seniors: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Stop by anytime from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and create Valentines for senior citizens. All supplies provided. Valentines will be shared with residents at The Highlands. 978-829-1789.

Library LEGO Friends: 3 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Kids, ages 6-12, invited for a fun-filled afternoon building LEGOs with friends. To register, call 978-534-7522.

Owl Prowl for Adults: 6:30 p.m.; Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, 113 Goodnow Road, Princeton. Take a walk at the sanctuary after dark in search of resident owls. To register, visit massaudubon.org.

Community Calendar: Week of Jan. 23, 2023

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Sunday, Jan. 22

Theater Production: 2 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Delvena Theater presents “Tea Cup, A Crumpet and A Gas Mask – The Amazing Life of Mrs. Laura Henderson”. For detailed information, visit townsendlibrary.org.

Monday, Jan. 23

First Friends Story Time: 10:30 a.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Join Miss Karen for a relaxed story time for infants and toddlers. 978-597-1714.

Parachute Play for Babies: 10:30 a.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Enjoy this interactive and music-filled program featuring songs, rhymes, and activities with the library’s parachute; perfect for babies and pre-walkers. Space is limited. 978-829-1789.

Story Time with Miss Maren: 10:30 a.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Children welcome to enjoy songs, rhymes, finger plays and books; ages 0-5. thayermemoriallibrary.org

Little Listeners Story Time: 11 a.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Help your child develop a life-long love of reading with books, activities, rhymes, and songs; ages newborn-4. lunenburglibrary.org

Rachel’s Book Group: 12:30 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Read and discuss “Little Fires Everywhere” by Celete Neg. thayermemoriallibrary.org

Parachute Play: 1 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Enjoy this interactive and play-filled program featuring songs, rhymes, and activities with the library’s parachute; ages 2-5 and a caregiver. Space is limited. 978-829-1789.

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. leominsterlibrary.org

LEGO Club: 4:30 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Get creative with fellow master builders. thayermemoriallibrary.org

Knitting Group: 6 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Join this small, friendly group of knitters of all ages and abilities. thayermemoriallibrary.org

Movie Night: 6:30-8:15 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Wear your pajamas, bring a pillow and a blanket, and enjoy some snacks as you watch “How To Train Your Dragon”. 978-534-7522.

AMVETS Post 38 meeting: 7 p.m.; Leominster Veterans Memorial Center, 100 West St. For more information, call 978-537-1541.

Tuesday, Jan. 24

Preschool Story Time: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Stories, music and motion for children ages 3-5. 978-534-7522.

Story Time with Miss Jane: 10:30 a.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Enjoy songs, finger plays, movement, and stories. 978-829-1789.

The Story Time Gym: 10:30 a.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Have fun making your way through the obstacle course with steppingstones, hop spots, balance beams, tunnels and more, then enjoy a story, poem, or finger play; ages 2-5. To register, call 978-597-1714.

Babytime: 10:30 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Songs, stories, and fun for the littlest patrons; ages 0-24 months. 978-874-7416.

Story Time – Hot Cocoa: 11 a.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Join Miss Tiffany for a morning of hot cocoa-themed stories, rhymes, and a fun craft; ages 0-5. ashburnhamlibrary.org

Stitchcraft Knitting & Crochet Group: 3-5 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Chat while working on a project, or learn a new skill. 978-582-4140.

Community Yoga: 5:30 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Regardless of skill level, this class is open to one and all. 978-874-7416.

The Epic Adventures of a New England Bird Photographer: 6 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Lancaster’s own Peter Christoph presents a narrated slideshow of his favorite bird photographs all taken in Massachusetts. To register, visit thayermemoriallibrary.org.

Girl Scouts Informative Session: 6-7 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. lunenburglibrary.org

Online – Owls of Massachusetts (Session 1): 7 p.m.; Hosted by MassAudubon. Learn the best times, locations, and methods for observing owls, and how to identify them by sign and sound. Three sessions. To register, visit massaudubon.org.

Tween Craft Night: 7-8 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Learn the craft of macramé. To register, visit leominsterlibrary.org.

Wednesday, Jan. 25

Read Out Loud: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Improve your English language reading and speaking skills. Hosted by Literacy Volunteers. To register, call 978-343-8184.

Terrific Twos Story Time: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Stories, music and fun for 2-year-olds and a caregiver; siblings welcome. 978-534-7522.

Pre-K Story Time: 10 a.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Help your child develop a lifelong love of reading with stories, activities, rhymes, and songs; ages 4-5. No registration required. lunenburglibrary.org

Chair & Stand: 10:15 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. 978-874-7416.

Story Time with Miss Molly: 10:30 a.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Enjoy songs, finger plays, movement, and stories. 978-829-1789.

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, visit townsendlibrary.org.

Story Time – Hot Cocoa: 11 a.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Join Miss Tiffany for a morning of hot cocoa-themed stories, rhymes, and a fun craft; ages 0-5. ashburnhamlibrary.org

Quilting at Forbush: Noon-3 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. This is a group for quilters to gather and work on their own projects. 978-874-6154.

COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine Clinic: 1-4 p.m.; Gift of Life Church, 424 Main St., Fitchburg. Pfizer and Moderna vaccines offered for anyone 5 years old and older; boosters available. Walk-ins accepted. To register, call 978-534-3145.

Senior Center Book Club: 1 p.m.; Townsend Senior Center, 16 Dudley Road. Read and discuss “The Paris Library” by Janet Skeslien Charles. To register, call 978-597-1710.

Pinecone Bird Feeders: 1 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Make a pinecone bird feeder; all supplies provided; ages 3-up. 978-874-7416.

Kids Crafternoon: 3 p.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Create some perler bead snowflakes; ages 6-12. To sign-up, email library@ashburnham-ma.gov or call 978-827-4115.

Seven Bridge Open Mic Night: 6-7:30 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. All writing welcome. Poems, songs, literary masterpieces, commercial fiction, non-fiction, biographies, flash, humor, plays, dialogue, character sketches, and journalism. Attend as an audience member or reader. thayermemoriallibrary.org

Adult Book Club: 6 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Read and discuss “The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America” by Erik Larson. 978-874-7416.

Abstract Sand Art: 6 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Use colored sand and wood scratch tools to create a truly unique piece of abstract work; ages 8-12. To register, visit leominsterlibrary.org.

Winter Music Concert: 6:30 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Quint-Essential Winds will perform everything from a Bach Fugue to Basin Street Blues. lunenburglibrary.org

Online – Hometown Habitats “Grasslands”: 7 p.m.; Hosted by MassAudubon. Learn about historical and current grasslands in Massachusetts and the unique birds they support. To register, visit massaudubon.org.

Play Reading with the Stratton Players: 7 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Members of the community who enjoy reading and theatre welcomed to participate in this in-formal group that reviews and reads aloud scenes from comedies and dramas. 978-320-1335.

Thursday, Jan. 26

Espanol para los ninos: 10 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Sing, dance, color and talk Spanish together; ages 3-6. Led by Senora Emily West. forbushlibrary.org

Read to Your Bunny Story Time: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Dance, sing and listen to playful stories; ages 12-24 months. 978-534-7522.

Stretch, Strengthen & Balance: 10:15 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster.

Story Time & Craft: 10:30 a.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Miss Jessie will read “Snowmen at Night” and create a simple project to take home; ages 2-6. townsendlibrary.org

Story Time with Miss Maren: 10:30 a.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Children welcome to enjoy songs, rhymes, finger plays and books; ages 0-5. thayermemoriallibrary.org

Tech Help for Seniors: 11 a.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Jon Roper will provide help with electronic devices such as laptops, tablets, and smartphones. To register, visit thayermemoriallibrary.org.

Knitting: 12:30-3 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. All welcome to this knitting/crocheting group. 978-345-5968.

Story Time: 1:30 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster; ages 3-up. 978-874-7416.

Drop-In Craft: 3-5 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Use the library’s button maker to create your own button; supplies provided; ages 11-18. lunenburglibrary.org

Espanol para los estudiantes: 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. Led by Senora Emily West. forbushlibrary.org

Great Decisions 2023: 6:30 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Topic is “Energy Geopolitics”. To register, call 978-874-7416.

Film Night for Grown-ups: 6:30 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Watch “My Salinger Year”. 978-534-7522.

Online – Winter Nature Photography (Session 1): 7 p.m.; Hosted by MassAudubon. This series is designed to improve your technical and artistic photography skills using winter as your backdrop (three sessions. To register, visit massaudubon.org.

Virtual – Lessons from the Garden: 7 p.m.; Hosted by Townsend Public Library. This program takes an in-depth look at how to successfully garden with native plants in order to create landscapes that have genuine ecological value. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.

Friday, Jan. 27

Me, You, We Playgroup: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. This playgroup will focus on social-emotional skills, geared for children ages 2-5. 978-534-7522.

Preschool Story & Nature Hour – Owls: 10:30 a.m.; Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, 113 Goodnow Road, Princeton. Enjoy an hour of nature-themed fun with stories, a take-home craft, and a walk on one of the sanctuary’s beautiful trails. To register, visit massaudubon.org.

MOC CFCE Playgroup: 10:30 a.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Join MOC for a pop-up playgroup. 978-829-1789.

COVID Vax Clinic: 1-5 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. The Fitchburg Board of Health is hosting a PFIZER vaccine and booster clinic for ages 5-up. Bring your vaccine card for second shots or boosters. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome. 508-922-4138.

Graphic Novel Book Club: 3:30 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Read a graphic novel, then chat about it while doing a fun activity. forbushlibrary.org

Saturday, Jan. 28

Pannukakku breakfast: 8-10 a.m.; Finnish Center at Saima Park, 67 Scott Road, Fitchburg. Enjoy Finnish oven pancake, bacon, sausage, fruit, juice, Finnish coffee bread, coffee/tea/cocoa, cost is $10. Loaves of coffee bread for sale. Vendors include artist Karen Kemp, Son of a Bee, and Lark Knits. Birch bark weaver Elaine Moe will demonstrate how she prepares bark.

Saturday Craft Camp: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Drop in the Makerspace for an easy winter craft. 978-827-4115.

Tech Help at the Library: 10 a.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Sign-up for a 15-minute tech session to learn more about the Libby app, laptops, phones and more. To register, visit lunenburglibrary.org

Wildlife Tracking for Beginners: 10 a.m.; Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, 113 Goodnow Road, Princeton. Learn some basic track and trail patterns of our local wildlife and then practice those skills along the trails. To register, visit massaudubon.org

YA Book Group: Noon; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Read and discuss “Graceling: the Graphic Novel” adaption of the book by Kristin Cashore. Copies of the book available. Email mbrummer@lancasterma.gov with any questions.

Squishy Unicorns: 3 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Color your squishy any way you like because all unicorns are beautiful; ages 8-12. To register, call 978-534-7522.

Local performer pays tribute to Anne Frank in upcoming presentation

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ASHBURNHAM — The story begins on July 6, 1942, in the secret annex and gives you a taste of what life was like for Anne Frank.

Anne Frank was born in Frankfurt Germany on June 12, 1929. She lived most of her life in or near Amsterdam, having moved there with her family at the age of four-and-a-half when the Nazis gained control over Germany.

By May 1940, the Franks were trapped in Amsterdam by the German occupation of the Netherlands. As the hatred for Jewish people increased in July 1942, the family went into hiding in some concealed rooms behind a bookcase in the building where Anne’s father worked.

From then until the family’s arrest by the Gestapo in August 1944, Frank kept a diary she had received as a birthday present and wrote in it regularly.

Sheryl Faye, award winning local performer of historical women, will portray Anne Frank in her presentation titled “Anne Frank, A Life to Remember: A Story of Perseverance, Hope and Love” at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, at Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive.

“My audience can expect a glimpse into Anne’s life and what she went through,” said Faye. “She was a teenager growing up in an unthinkable situation, and although her circumstances were hard she chose to see the good in people.

She had dreams, just like all of us, Faye said.

“She so badly wanted to become and writer and she did,” she added. “‘The Diary of a Young Girl’ has sold more than 30 million copies and is available in 67 languages.”

Faye travels all over the country, portraying Frank and an array of other historical women, including Eleanor Roosevelt, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Laura Ingalls Wilder, Helen Keller, Sally Ride, Amelia Earhart, Clara Barton and Abigail Adams.

And to celebrate her 20th anniversary of performing historical women, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will be added to her schedule this fall.

“I believe all these historical women’s messages are still so relevant today,” Faye said. “I think history is so important and must be taught. I want to inspire people with their strong messages and maybe influence younger people to be kinder and more accepting of others.”

Faye also believes that her performances make learning about these women more interesting.

“I am told that my shows are engaging, entertaining, educational and like nothing they have ever seen,” Faye said. “I work with a team of very talented people who help me bring these women to life.

Faye performs for any age with different versions of her shows. She performs in schools, libraries, historical societies, senior living, women’s and church groups, temples, Girl Scouts and birthday parties.

“In this world where there is a lot of hate this a wonderful program about perseverance, hope, and love,” Faye said. “And my hopes is that I will be leaving us all with a stronger message.”

For more information, or to register for this historical program, visit ashburnhamlibrary.org. For more information on Sheryl Faye Presents Historical Women, visit sherylfayepresents.com.