Library Schedule
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our building remains closed.
Pickup/Return Services will be suspended on
Mon, February 15
in observance of Presidents' Day.
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Pickup Services
When you receive notice that your holds are ready, call us to arrange a pick-up appt. at 978-774-0554.
Pickup appointments available Mon-Thu and Saturdays, 10am-4pm.
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Return Services
Returns are accepted outside the main entrance Mon-Thu from 10:00am-8:00pm and Saturdays, 10am-4pm.
Materials will stay on your account for at least seven days, but
will not accrue fines.
Tax Forms
Massachusetts and Federal 1040 forms are now available. They can be reserved by calling the library and selecting Reference on the phone menu. 978-774-0554.
Please note due to a very limited supply, there is a limit of one
of each per person.
Other forms can be printed on request.
Note: We cannot print entire instruction books.
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Browse Our Collection
Discover ways to bring the library experience to your home!
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Online Services
Indoor Services
In line with town restrictions, Notary, Laptop services, and PopUp Browsing are temporarily suspended.
Resumption of these services will be posted on our website and social media accounts.
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Virtual Tech Help
Drop-In Hour
Thu., Feb. 4 - 11am-12pm
Thu., Feb. 18 - 11am-12pm
Even the most basic piece of technology can be frustrating sometimes. Need a little help? Stop by our Virtual Tech Drop-In session for virtual face to face help! What can we do?
-ebook, audiobook, & streaming assistance
-Microsoft Office
-Some Smartphone assistance
-Or throw us a question and we'll see what we can do!
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How To Go On
Ice & Snow with AAA
Thu., February 4 - 6:30pm
In bad weather, sometimes we ‘forget’ how to drive. Preparing yourself and your vehicle are key before hitting the road in inclement weather. This talk will be hosted by John Paul, a lead instructor for AAA’s Driver Improvement Program and AAA’s Car Doctor—so bring your car questions too!
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Author Robert Reich
Thu., February 11 - 7:00pm
The Peabody Institute Library
is partnering with the Newton Free Library to provide this virtual event with author Robert Reich.
Millions of Americans have lost confidence in our political and economic system. With the characteristic clarity and passion that has made him a central civil voice, Robert B. Reich shows how wealth and power have interacted to install an elite oligarchy, eviscerate the middle class and undermine democracy.
Join us for an engaging conversation with Mr. Reich
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Biography Book Club
Mon., February 15 - 6:30pm
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The Mindful Way
to a Good Night's Sleep
Thu., February 18 - 6:30pm
Sleep is increasingly touted as one of the best ways to achieve good health, productivity at work, memory, and longevity.
Mindfulness teacher and dream expert Tzivia Gover will discuss her book, The Mindful Way To A Good Night's Sleep, which offers practical lifestyle advice, easy yoga poses, 10-minute meditations, simple breathing exercises, visualization and journaling activities, and lots of encouragement and inspiration. Discover how to set the stage for safe, productive dreaming; cultivate dream recall; and gain insight.
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Online Magazines
Do you need more magazines in your life? Our OverdriveDigital collection got a huge overhaul, and now we have over 3,000 titles in 19 languages for adults, teens, and children!
Did you know...
-there are no holds on any magazine issues...ever?
-reading a magazine doesn't count as one of your
10 check-outs?
-you can easily access all available issues from one
screen?
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