Programs and Book Groups
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Book Groups
Page Turners Book Club
Location: This group will meet in person in the Schoolhouse.
Last Tuesday of the Month at 1pm
An afternoon book group that reads fiction titles with the occasional non-fiction title. This group runs September through June. Registration is not required and drop-ins are welcome. Copies of the discussion book are available in the library to check out at the circulation desk a month prior to discussion. For more information contact Chelsea: [email protected]
3/31/2026: The Perfume Thief by Timothy Schaffert
4/28/2026: Enchantress of Numbers by Jennifer Chiaverini
5/26/2026: The Essex Serpent by Sarah Perry
6/30/2026: Island of Sweet Pies and Soldiers by Sara Ackerman
Read It and Eat It
Location: This group will meet in person in the Community Room at 7pm
Each meeting we will be discussing a different chef or cuisine. Copies of the books we will be discussing will be available at the circulation desk. Join other local foodies to talk about what you made, what you liked or did not like, get recipes, and more! Registration for each individual meeting is required, click on the date to be brought to the registration form. Everyone is asked to please bring a copy of their recipe. For more information or to alert to an allergy contact Sarah, [email protected]
March 9: Kenji Lopez-Alt
April 27: Jacques Pepin
June 1: Asian (Chinese, Thai, Korean)
Slightly Literary Book Subscription Bag
Location: Lobby
A fun, themed book box for adults! Each box will have a themed book(s) and some goodies. You get to keep the goodies, but the books do need to be returned.
Bags will be available for pick up the 2nd Tuesday of each month and you will have one week to pick up. You must have a valid SAILS library card to register.
March: Books in a bookish setting/about a book
April: Books about writers
May: Art and artists (fiction titles)
June: “Type A” Characters (Think Leslie from Parks and Rec, Monica from Friends, Amy from Brooklyn Nine Nine, and Annie from Community) and a love of lists
Evening Book Group
Location: This group will meet in person in the Schoolhouse.
Third Thursday of the Month at 6:30pm
Join us the third Thursday of each month for an evening book group. Titles will be available for checkout the month prior to the meeting. This group will read mostly fiction titles matching the titles read by the Page Turners group. No registration required. Contact Chelsea with any questions, [email protected].
March 19: The Perfume Thief by Timothy Schaffert
April 16: Enchantress of Numbers by Jennifer Chiaverini
Happily Ever After Book Subscription Bag
Location: Lobby
A different romance title and trope each month with a custom bookmark. The bookmark is yours to keep, but the books do need to be returned.
Please note that these titles can include mature themes and scenes. Trigger warnings are usually available on the author’s website.
Bags will be available for pick up the 4th Tuesday of each month and you will have one week to pick up. You must have a valid SAILS library card to register.
March: Romantasy
April: Forced proximity
May: Workplace romance
June: Fake relationship
July: Grumpy/Sunshine
Programs
Paint Your Pet Night
Thursday, March 12th, 6:30-7:30pm
Come to the library to paint a picture of your pet! Send in a photo to [email protected] (by March 10th) and your pet will be recreated on canvas for you!
Book Portals and Journeys of Literary Magic with Kate Quinn (Virtual)
Thursday, March 12th, 7-8pm
You’re invited to join us for a virtual conversation with acclaimed author Kate Quinn about her latest fantastical work, The Astral Library, which poses the question: Have you ever wished you could live inside a book? Welcome to the Astral Library, where books are not just objects, but doors to new worlds, new lives, and new futures.
Read more and register here to receive the live stream link: https://libraryc.org/norfolkpl/114401/register
Can’t make it to the livestream? Access the recording at any time through NPL’s Library Speaker Consortium page: https://libraryc.org/norfolkpl
Magic the Gathering Game Night
5:00-7:00pm, registration required for new attendees. This program is open to all 10yrs old+
Discover the world of Magic: The Gathering, the popular trading card game. Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly session where you’ll learn the basics, build your first deck, and grasp key strategies. Whether you’re new to the game or looking to improve your skills, this is the perfect way to dive into a world of fantasy, strategy, and imaginative battles.
Instruction and materials will be provided by Pete’s Nerd Emporium
Parental participation required for children under 10 years of age.
Experienced players are encouraged to join, but registration is not required.
For questions or more information, contact David, [email protected]
Kitchen Swap
Thursday, March 19th, 6-7pm, Community Room
That Elmo birthday cake pans from 5 years ago, the icing set you swore you’d use, that perfectly good mixing bowl that just doesn’t fit in the cupboard anymore… Why not give it a new home!
Bring your gently-used CLEAN kitchen supplies to the library to swap for new-to-you materials.
Rule of thumb: If you wouldn’t want to receive it, please don’t bring it.
Tech 911
Fridays (see dates below), 10-11am, Reference Desk
Mystified by your smart phone, tablet, or laptop? Need help using Libby or another digital library service? Bring your device with you for in person assistance.
Registration is appreciated as spots are limited. Click on the desired date above or call the library, 508-528-3380 to register.
Watercolor Meet Ups
Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00pm, Community Room, no registration required.
Do you enjoy painting with watercolors?
This group is for adult watercolor painters, all levels welcome, to gather together while painting your own projects. Join us on Tuesday afternoons for a relaxed painting session where we can share techniques, ideas, tips and projects. Bring with you your supplies and what you’re currently working on. Please note that there will be no instruction given.
Fridays, 10:30-12pm, NPL Magazine Room, no registration required.
Do you love to knit, crochet, embroider, or do another fiber craft? If so, bring your current WIP to our informal group where you can work on projects, socialize, and share advice.
No Fail Crafts for Adults
Click on the session date to register. No Fail Crafts will be held in person in the Community Room. All programs begin at 7pm unless otherwise noted.
Enjoy an evening or afternoon of crafting with all materials provided. Great for all skill levels. Open to adults 18+. Registration is required.
March 18 Cross Stitch Bookmarks
April 15 Dried Flower Art
May 20 Mini Bookshelf Making
Norfolk Memory Café
4th Wednesday of each month, 11am – 12:30pm
Click on each date to register for that session.
What is a Memory Café?
A Memory Café is a welcoming social gathering for people living with memory changes or dementia, and their caregivers, offering a safe and supportive environment for interaction, activities, and connection.
Join the Council on Aging and Norfolk Public Library for crafts, music, games, photo/memory sharing, fitness, and other interactive activities.
Lunch will be served, please register online here or contact the Council on Aging (508-528-4430).
America’s Failed Response to the Opioid Crisis with Author Shoshana Walter and Guest Barbara Kingsolver
Tuesday, March 24th, 2pm
Join us for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walter’s book Rehab: An American Scandal. In this work, Walter, a Pulitzer finalist, exposes the country’s failed response to the opioid crisis, and the malfeasance, corruption, and snake oil which blight the drug rehabilitation industry.
Read more and register here to receive the live stream link: https://libraryc.org/norfolkpl/117366/register
Can’t make it to the livestream? Access the recording at any time through NPL’s Library Speaker Consortium page: https://libraryc.org/norfolkpl
Artist Hour: Learn to Paint Like Alma Thomas
Monday, April 6th, 4-5pm, Craft Room
Do you love to learn about artists and make art yourself? Come to the library to learn about artist Alma Thomas and create a painting in her colorful style!
Animal Crossing Evening
Wednesday, April 8th, 6:30-7:30pm
Register here (registration opens March 8th)
Love Animal Crossing?
Come join us to show off your island, get some great tips, and chat with other Animal Crossing New Horizon lovers!
Light refreshments provided.
image source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Animal_Crossing:_New_Horizons
Puzzle Swap
Thursday, April 9th, 6-7pm
Do you love doing puzzles but don’t want to keep buying new ones? Come to the library to try out our own puzzles and bring any gently used puzzle(s) to the library to exchange for a “new to you” puzzle. Puzzles are a great rainy or lazy day activity for all ages!
VR Experience with One Up Games
Friday April 10th
Registration required, click on your desired timeslot to register.
4:00 – 4:30 4:30 – 5:00 5:00 – 5:30 5:30 – 6:00 6:00 – 6:30 6:30 – 7:00
Come to the library to experience VR fun with One Up Games! (30 minute slots from 4:00-7:00) Ages 8+, adults and caregivers welcome to register too!
Questions? Please contact Sarah, Director, at (508) 528-3380 x3 or send an email to [email protected].