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Fridays, April 3, 17 & 24, 2 - 3 pm - Meditation
Teens/Adults
Join Iris Vega, certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher and Mentor. All levels of experience welcome! You may bring your Yoga mat if you prefer doing the practice lying down.
Saturdays, April 4 & 18, 10 - 11:30 am - Southbridge Chess Club
All ages
Come play, learn, and connect! A friendly environment for all ages and skill levels, from complete beginners to seasoned players. Boards provided. Bring a friend, bring your moves, or just bring curiosity.
Saturday, April 4, 10:30 - 11:30 am
Poetry Creation Station
Children
Celebrate Poetry Month and drop in to write your own poem using pictures and words!
Monday, April 6, 1 - 2 pm
Friends of Jacob Edwards Library (FoJEL) Meeting
Adults
Monthly meeting of FoJEL, the fundraising organization for library programs.
Friends of Jacob Edwards Library (FoJEL) Book Sale
Stock up for spring and summer at the Friends of the Jacob Edwards Library (FOJEL) Book Sale.
Thursday 4/9 from 12 - 7:45 pm
Friday 4/10 from 9 am - 4:45 pm
Saturday 4/11 from 9 - 11 am
Thursday, April 9, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
A Pleasant Pairing: Tea & Fine Chocolate (Featured Event)
Monday, April 13, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
From the Earth to the Moon - The Dream, The Reality
Join NASA Solar System Ambassador Dino Tata for a presentation to celebrate Massachusetts Space Week!
Thursday, April 16, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
The History of Music in Protests: Singing Resistance
Music has always been a key factor in successful protest movements. Robin OHerin's interactive program will trace the history of protest music and the important part music has played in winning these important battles. More info.
This program is supported by a grant from the Southbridge Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Friday, April 17, 2 pm
VIRTUAL: Space Launch System (SLS) - All Dressed Up With Nowhere To Go
Adults
Click here for more information and to register.
Monday, April 20, 2026 - The Library is closed in observance of Patriots' Day.
Tuesday, April 21, 1 - 2 pm
Puffer Fish Soap Making Workshop (Featured Event)
Children ages 8 and up only
Wednesday, April 22, 9:30 am
VIRTUAL Job Search Help - Be The CEO Of Your Career: Clarity-Driven Framework To Sustain Your Career
Adults
Click here for more information and to register.
Thursday, April 23, 2 - 3:30 pm
Modern Calligraphy
Ages 13 and up
Come learn the popular and playful Modern Calligraphy, taught by professional calligrapher, Debby Reelitz. You will learn where this style comes from, strategies on how to create this lettering style, and projects to use the skills you have learned. No experience necessary! More info.
Generously supported by patron donations.
Thursday, April 23, 6:30 - 7:30 pm - Book Discussion and Signing: The Emancipation of Hannah Faythe Winslow with Karen Warfield. More info.
Friday, April 24, 1 - 3 pm
Board Game Fun
Children
Join us during school vacation week and enjoy a board game or two with a friend!
Monday, April 27, 6 - 7:30 pm
ELLA Poderosa Panel
Adults
Come and hear from a few of the Latina writers who collaborated on this amazing anthology. The group of Latina authors includes former Town Councilor Jasmin Rivas and Elizabeth Cruz, President of Empowering Latina Leaders Affirmation, who developed the project and is a Southbridge native. More info.
Monday, April 28, 12 pm
JEL Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Adults
More info.
Wednesday, Apr. 29, 9:30 am
VIRTUAL Job Search Help - Job Hunting Do’s and Don’ts
Adults
Click here for more information and to register.
Thursday, April 30, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Revolutions in Music - Celebrating the USA at 250
American guitarist and composer Aaron Larget-Caplan commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a daring and eclectic program that reimagines the American sound through the classical guitar. More info.
This program is supported by a grant from the Southbridge Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
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