Watermelon Games
The Library's Annual Watermelon Games will take place on the front lawn!
69 Main St. | Swansea, MA 02777 | (508) 674-9609
The Swansea Free Public Library
Alien Balloon Twisting with Ed the Wizard: Please Register
Join Ed the Wizard for a morning of fun as he teaches everyone how to create aliens with the art of balloon twisting. Learn the art of balloon twisting as you create your own space alien.
This workshop is best for grades 1 and up, (ages 7 and up). Although Ed will provide hands on help as needed, children must have the basic manual dexterity and be able to hold, pinch, and twist a 2 inch diameter balloon; of course, parents are always welcomed to join in, make their own, and help! All materials are included.
Audubon at the Library
Educators from Mass Audubon will present weekly programs for Super Nature Fun! These programs are recommended for ages, 5 - 12. No registration is required.
- Flower to Seed
- Frog Chorus
- Tree Science
- Insects and Arthropods
- Solar System
- Owls
Author Visit - J.M. White
Author J.M. White visits the library for a book signing and talk on her book, Shattered. The talk will be followed by Q & A and light refreshments. Shattered is a domestic thriller with psychological and supernatural elements.
Ice Cream Therapy
Simply Done Recipe and Coupon Club presents Ice Cream Therapy
Celebrate Ice Cream month
Taste test different flavors and toppings
$6 register today!
Become a Dementia Friend
Dementia Friends gives people an understanding of dementia and the small things you can do that make a difference. You will become a Dementia Friend by attending this one-hour information session to learn five key messages about living with dementia, and the simple things you can do to make a difference in your community. This free information session is a discussion led by a volunteer Dementia Friends Champion. You’ll learn what dementia is, what it’s like to live with it, and some tips for communicating with people who have dementia. No medical background is needed
Annual Plant Sale
Join the Friends of the Swansea Free Public Library and
The Swansea Garden Club
for the annual Plant Sale and Raffle!
Front Lawn of the Library - Rain or shine
Perennials, annuals, herbs, shrubs and Local Organic Compost for sale
RAFFLE TICKETS: $1 EACH OR 6 FOR $5
Donations of plants will be accepted at the Library beginning Monday May 20th
Bird Walk
Join Mary Martha Murphy for a bird walk. The walk is free and open to the public. Please wear appropriate clothing and bring binoculars if you have them.
Planting Seeds: A Children's Gardening Program
Learn about seeds and soil. We will plant our own seeds to take with us and to plant outside. We will work on creating a butterfly garden and container gardening. All junior gardeners are welcome. Spring is a great time to spend outdoors.
Coloring for Kids
Calling all children who love to color (and adults too). Join us for family coloring at the library. Choose from our collection of crayons and colored pencils and coloring books and pages. Drop in during Vacation Week and enjoy art in the afternoon.
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