December 2025

Event Categories

To limit event types being displayed, check the corresponding categories:

Event Locations

To limit event locations being displayed, check the corresponding branches or places:

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
 
1

Monday, December 19:30—10:00 AMGreatroomUpton Community Center9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Music & Movement (Greatroom)

Music and MovementFOR AGES 1 TO 5REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. Our Music & Movement program features performer Deb Hudgins. It is an interactive program, perfect for children  and their caregivers to enjoy together.…Learn More
2

Tuesday, December 22:00—3:00 PMVirtualUpton Community Center9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Author Talk with Sue Hincenbergs: Scheming Wives and High-Stakes Hilarity (Virtual)

**This is a virtual event.  Please register for this event to receive the link to watch live.  Buckle up for a wild ride and join us as we sit down for an online chat with debut author Sue Hincenbergs to discuss her novel The Retirement Plan, in which murder is the name of the game.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 24:00—6:00 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Chess Club (Classroom)

FOR AGES 5 TO 14NO REGISTRATION REQUIREDLearn to play chess or play with new players! This is a program for elementary and middle school aged patrons.

Tuesday, December 26:00—7:30 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Yarn Tales Knitting Group (Community Event)

classroom with no chairs and a large windowYarn Tales Knitting Group You're invited to knit or crochet with us here in the Upton Town Library classroom on Tuesday Evenings from 6pm-7:30pm. Come with your work in progress, or with something you're just beginning. Give help, get help, or just…Learn More
3

Wednesday, December 34:00—4:45 PMConference RoomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

CANCELED - Kids' Book Club (Conference Room)

KIDS' BOOK CLUB IS CANCELLED FOR THIS MONTH. JOIN US FOR OUR JANUARY MEETING!FOR AGES 7 TO 10REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO REMAIN IN THE LIBRARY BUILDING AND ACCESSIBLE BY THEIR CHILDREN. Join Lee Ann Murphy, Children's and Young Adult Librarian, as book club members explore popular juvenile chapter book titles.…Learn More

Wednesday, December 34:00—5:00 PMGreatroomUpton Community Center9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Lego Club (Classroom)

FOR AGES 3 TO 12REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO REMAIN IN THE LIBRARY BUILDING AND ACCESSIBLE BY THEIR CHILDREN. Build with Friends!Join us in the Community Center Greatroom for a hour of free building using the library's LEGO collection on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 4:00pm to 5:00pm.…Learn More
4

Thursday, December 49:30—10:15 AMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Preschool Storytime (Session 1)

FOR AGES 3 TO 5REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. At storytime, Mrs. Murphy or Ms. Michelle share two theme-based picture books, along with simple songs or chants. A simple craft follows for the last portion of the event.…Learn More

Thursday, December 410:30—11:15 AMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Preschool Storytime (Session 2)

FOR AGES 3 TO 5REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. At storytime, Mrs. Murphy or Ms. Michelle share two theme-based picture books, along with simple songs or chants. A simple craft follows for the last portion of the event.…Learn More
5

Friday, December 59:30—10:00 AMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Baby Storytime (Session 1)

FOR AGES BIRTH TO 3REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. At storytime, Children's Librarian Mrs. Murphy or Children's Library Assistant Ms. Michelle share nursery rhymes, short stories, and songs to help develop language and social skills for our youngest patrons.…Learn More

Friday, December 510:30—11:00 AMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Baby Storytime (Session 2)

FOR AGES BIRTH TO 3REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. At storytime, Children's Librarian Mrs. Murphy or Children's Library Assistant Ms. Michelle share nursery rhymes, short stories, and songs to help develop language and social skills for our youngest patrons.…Learn More
6

Saturday, December 67:00—9:30 PMGreatroomUpton Community Center9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Drum Circle (Greatroom)

Join facilitator Dave Curry for an evening of freestyle drumming. This family friendly drum circle welcomes people from age 8 to 105. Instruction and extra drums are provided, but you can also bring your own drums and percussion instruments. No prior experience is necessary, so the circle is suitable for beginners on up to experienced drummers.…Learn More
7
8
9

Tuesday, December 912:45—1:45 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Upton Reads Book Group (Classroom)

The Upton Reads Book Group meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 12:45 or on the second Thursday of each month at 6:45 in the library gathering room. Library staff leads a casual and thought-provoking discussion of an eclectic mix of contemporary literary fiction.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 92:00—3:00 PMVirtualUpton Community Center9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

CANCELED - Author Talk with Paula J. Johnson: The Legacy of Julia Child’s Kitchen (Virtual)

**This is a virtual event.  Please register for this event to receive the link to watch live.  Join us for a conversation that’s sure to warm your heart (and make your stomach rumble), as we delve into the legacy of cooking icon Julia Child with Smithsonian curator and public historian Paula J.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 94:00—6:00 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Crafting Club (Classroom)

FOR AGES 5 TO 14NO REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS MUST REMAIN IN THE LIBRARY BUILDING FOR CHILDREN UNDER 10.  Drop in any time during this time block and join us for crafting fun. Beading, painting, clay - the possibilities are endless! This program is for elementary and middle school aged patrons.

Tuesday, December 96:00—7:30 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Yarn Tales Knitting Group (Community Event)

classroom with no chairs and a large windowYarn Tales Knitting Group You're invited to knit or crochet with us here in the Upton Town Library classroom on Tuesday Evenings from 6pm-7:30pm. Come with your work in progress, or with something you're just beginning. Give help, get help, or just…Learn More
10

Wednesday, December 106:45—7:45 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Fic or No Fic Book Group (Classroom)

The Fic or No Fic Book Group is held on the last Wednesday of each month from 6:45 - 7:45 p. m. This group alternates between fiction and nonfiction titles. The books are selected and voted on by the group members. Copies will be available for pick up at the circulation desk at the beginning of the month.…Learn More
11

Thursday, December 119:30—10:15 AMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Preschool Storytime (Session 1)

FOR AGES 3 TO 5REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. At storytime, Mrs. Murphy or Ms. Michelle share two theme-based picture books, along with simple songs or chants. A simple craft follows for the last portion of the event.…Learn More

Thursday, December 1110:30—11:15 AMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Preschool Storytime (Session 2)

FOR AGES 3 TO 5REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. At storytime, Mrs. Murphy or Ms. Michelle share two theme-based picture books, along with simple songs or chants. A simple craft follows for the last portion of the event.…Learn More

Thursday, December 116:30—8:00 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Friends of Library Monthly Meeting (Community Event)

Friends of the Upton Library support library events and programs, join them for their monthly organizational meeting on the second Thursday of each month. All are welcome!

Thursday, December 116:45—7:45 PMConference RoomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Upton Reads Book Group (Conference Room)

The Upton Reads Book Group meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 12:45 or on the second Thursday of each month at 6:45 in the library gathering room. Library staff leads a casual and thought-provoking discussion of an eclectic mix of contemporary literary fiction.…Learn More
12

Friday, December 129:30—10:00 AMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Baby Storytime (Session 1)

FOR AGES BIRTH TO 3REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. At storytime, Children's Librarian Mrs. Murphy or Children's Library Assistant Ms. Michelle share nursery rhymes, short stories, and songs to help develop language and social skills for our youngest patrons.…Learn More

Friday, December 1210:30—11:00 AMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Baby Storytime (Session 2)

FOR AGES BIRTH TO 3REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. At storytime, Children's Librarian Mrs. Murphy or Children's Library Assistant Ms. Michelle share nursery rhymes, short stories, and songs to help develop language and social skills for our youngest patrons.…Learn More

Friday, December 121:00—2:00 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Tools for Tiny Hands (Classroom)

FOR AGES 3 TO 5REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. Caregivers and children will join together to learn all about activities that foster fine motor skill development. This program will demonstrate different activities with the participants, and then share an activity bag to take home.…Learn More
13

Saturday, December 139:30—10:15 AMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Saturday Storytime (Classroom)

FOR AGES BIRTH TO 5REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. Our Saturday Storytime blends our preschool and baby storytimes into one event for ages 0-5. Storytime is hosted by our Children's & Young Adult Librarian, Mrs.…Learn More

Saturday, December 1311:00 AM—1:00 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Winter Trees Craft (Classroom)

FOR AGES 3 TO 12NO REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS MUST REMAIN WITH CHILDREN UNDER 5. CAREGIVERS MUST REMAIN IN THE BUILDING FOR OLDER CHILDREN. Drop in anytime from 11:00AM till 1:00PM us as we use construction paper and paint to create a winter scene
14
15

Monday, December 159:30—10:00 AMGreatroomUpton Community Center9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Music & Movement (Greatroom)

Music and MovementFOR AGES 1 TO 5REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. Our Music & Movement program features performer Deb Hudgins. It is an interactive program, perfect for children  and their caregivers to enjoy together.…Learn More
16

Tuesday, December 1610:00—11:00 AMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Storybook Art Club (Classroom)

FOR AGES 3 TO 5REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. Join us to hear a picture book and create a craft inspired by the story! Participants will use materials such as scissors, glue, paint, and coloring materials.

Tuesday, December 164:00—6:00 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Gaming Club (Classroom)

FOR AGES 5 TO 14NO REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin us to play favorite games on the library's Play Station, or hang out to play new board games! This program is for elementary and middle school aged patrons.

Tuesday, December 166:00—7:30 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Yarn Tales Knitting Group (Community Event)

classroom with no chairs and a large windowYarn Tales Knitting Group You're invited to knit or crochet with us here in the Upton Town Library classroom on Tuesday Evenings from 6pm-7:30pm. Come with your work in progress, or with something you're just beginning. Give help, get help, or just…Learn More
17

Wednesday, December 174:00—5:00 PMGreatroomUpton Community Center9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Lego Club (Classroom)

FOR AGES 3 TO 12REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO REMAIN IN THE LIBRARY BUILDING AND ACCESSIBLE BY THEIR CHILDREN. Build with Friends!Join us in the Community Center Greatroom for a hour of free building using the library's LEGO collection on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 4:00pm to 5:00pm.…Learn More
18

Thursday, December 189:30—10:15 AMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Preschool Storytime (Session 1)

FOR AGES 3 TO 5REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. At storytime, Mrs. Murphy or Ms. Michelle share two theme-based picture books, along with simple songs or chants. A simple craft follows for the last portion of the event.…Learn More

Thursday, December 1810:30—11:15 AMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Preschool Storytime (Session 2)

FOR AGES 3 TO 5REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. At storytime, Mrs. Murphy or Ms. Michelle share two theme-based picture books, along with simple songs or chants. A simple craft follows for the last portion of the event.…Learn More

Thursday, December 183:00—5:00 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Crafternoon: Paper Snow Globes (Classroom)

Drop-In CraftJoin us in crafting paper snow globes with puffy paint, cotton balls and glue. FOR AGES 3+ Caregivers are expected to stay with their children for the duration of the programNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED WHILE SUPPLIES LAST…Learn More

Thursday, December 185:15—7:30 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Tabletop Game Night (Classroom)

Adults and teens are invited to a fun and relaxed game night at the library. A variety of games will be available to play with one featured game to learn. Past tabletop game nights have featured games such as Ticket to Ride, Mysterium, 7 Wonders, and Azul.…Learn More

Thursday, December 186:30—7:30 PMConference RoomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Tween Book Club (Conference Room)

FOR AGES 10 to 14 (middle school ages)MUST REGISTERCAREGIVERS SHOULD BE ACCESSIBLE IN AN EMERGENCY, BUT ARE NOT EXPECTED TO REMAIN IN THE BUILDING. Join us for Tween Book Club, a book club just for ages 10-14 (middle school ages)! We will read and discuss popular middle grade fiction and nonfiction, as well as learn about what's new in kids' literature.
19

Friday, December 199:30—10:00 AMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Baby Storytime (Session 1)

FOR AGES BIRTH TO 3REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. At storytime, Children's Librarian Mrs. Murphy or Children's Library Assistant Ms. Michelle share nursery rhymes, short stories, and songs to help develop language and social skills for our youngest patrons.…Learn More

Friday, December 1910:30—11:00 AMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Baby Storytime (Session 2)

FOR AGES BIRTH TO 3REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. At storytime, Children's Librarian Mrs. Murphy or Children's Library Assistant Ms. Michelle share nursery rhymes, short stories, and songs to help develop language and social skills for our youngest patrons.…Learn More
20
21
22

Monday, December 229:30—10:00 AMGreatroomUpton Community Center9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Drop-In Storytime (Greatroom)

FOR AGES BIRTH TO 5NO REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO STAY WITH THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM. Join us for our monthly drop-in version of storytime! This event is for ages birth to 5 and is a blend of our Baby and Preschool Storytimes.…Learn More
23

Tuesday, December 234:00—6:00 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Magic the Gathering (Classroom)

FOR AGES 8 TO 16REGISTRATION REQUIREDCAREGIVERS ARE EXPECTED TO REMAIN IN THE LIBRARY BUILDING FOR CHILDREN UNDER 10. Join us for an introduction to the popular card game, Magic the Gathering. We will be joined by local patron, Josef Vargas, as he shares his knowledge with those wanting to learn and play! Try out both Commander and Standard formats.…Learn More

Tuesday, December 236:00—7:30 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Yarn Tales Knitting Group (Community Event)

classroom with no chairs and a large windowYarn Tales Knitting Group You're invited to knit or crochet with us here in the Upton Town Library classroom on Tuesday Evenings from 6pm-7:30pm. Come with your work in progress, or with something you're just beginning. Give help, get help, or just…Learn More
24
25

Thursday, December 25Closed

Upton Community Center

Upton Community Center Rooms

26

Friday, December 26Closed

Upton Community Center

Upton Community Center Rooms

27
28
29

Monday, December 291:00—3:00 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Winter Seed Sowing (Classroom)

FOR AGES 8 TO ADULTNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED, DROP-IN EVENTJoin Danette Rutledge as she shares information about cultivating native New England plants for your yard! PLEASE NOTE: Participants must bring their own empty, clean milk gallon for planting their seeds.…Learn More
30

Tuesday, December 305:30—7:00 PMGreatroomUpton Community Center9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Movie: Norm of the North (Greatroom)

Bring your friends to the library for a showing of the movie "Norm of the North. " Ages 5+Caregivers are expected to remain in the library building and accessible by their childrenNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Tuesday, December 306:00—7:30 PMClassroomUpton Community Center Rooms9 Milford Street, Upton, MA, 01568

Yarn Tales Knitting Group (Community Event)

classroom with no chairs and a large windowYarn Tales Knitting Group You're invited to knit or crochet with us here in the Upton Town Library classroom on Tuesday Evenings from 6pm-7:30pm. Come with your work in progress, or with something you're just beginning. Give help, get help, or just…Learn More
31