Kids’ Programs
Programs at the Medfield Public Library
All programs are FREE thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Medfield Library. Programs are generally held upstairs in the Children’s Room or downstairs in the Meeting Room. During the warm months, some programs may be held outside in Warrior Park. Advance registration is required for certain programs if space is limited. Feel free to contact us for more information.
Please see a list of recurring events below, and see the full calendar here. You can filter to events for children by selecting “By Category” > “Kids”.
SUMMER READING KICKOFF
Help us Kick Off Medfield Public Library’s
2026 Summer Reading Program: Crack the Case!
Saturday, June 13th
- Stop by the Gazebo between 10-2 for everything you need to started Summer Reading.*
- Visit Warrior Park between 10-12 to hang out with baby goats from Chip-In Farm.
- Drop into the Children’s Program Room between 10-1:30 to enjoy crafts and more.
Stay tuned for updates in the event of inclement weather.
Huge thank you to the Friends of the Medfield Public Library for funding this event as well as Summer Reading.
* If you can’t attend the Kickoff, you can pick up your materials at MPL anytime June 13-Aug. 31st or print them out online.
ANIMAL ADAPTATIONS WITH THE ECOTARIUM
Tuesday, June 16th
3:30—4:15 PM
Downstairs in the Meeting Room
Meet a live EcoTarium ambassador animal, explore the amazing ways it’s adapted to its ecosystem, and handle skulls, pelts, and more to get a firsthand look at evolution!
For Ages 8+ with a caregiver present. Caregivers will need to actively participate in order to ensure the safety of participants and animals alike.
Registration is Required. Register here.
As this is a popular program, please notify us as soon as possible if you are unable to make it so that we can offer your spot to someone else.
This program is generously funded by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Education.
MPL STORYTIMES
Join us in the Children’s Room on
Wednesdays & Thursdays*
Please choose the one session per week that best fits your schedule and your child(ren)’s needs
Pattycake Babies : Ages 0-18 months w/ caregiver
◊ 10:15-10:30 am Storytime ◊
(Feel free to remain for an informal play group following Storytime)
Rhyme Time: Ages 18-36 months w/ caregiver
◊ 10:40-11:00 am Storytime ◊
No Registration Required
* Except when the library is closed.
LEGO CLUB
Join fellow Brick enthusiasts for 45 minutes of LEGO creativity and building. Each week, LEGO Club’s creations are displayed in the library for all to admire.
Weekly on Fridays
(3:15pm – 4:00pm)
This program is for kids ages 5-10 yrs.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Register for June 5 here.
Register for June 12 here.
June 12th will be our final LEGO Club for the 25-26 academic year.
The program will be on hiatus through Aug. but will return in Sept.
WEEKEND DROP-IN FUN
Drop into the Children’s Program Room
Saturdays (11-1)
to enjoy the day’s activities!
Best for ages 3-10 with a caregiver
No Registration Required
DROP-IN SENSORY PLAY
Stop by for a variety of sensory activities
Best for ages 2-6 with a caregiver
Weekly on Tuesdays
♦ Sept-June ♦*
(10:15-11:45 am)
No Registration Required
We are grateful for donated sensory materials from the Walpole CFCE Program which is funded through the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care’s Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant.
*The final Drop-In Sensory program for this academic year will be 6/9.
MOOVE, GROOVE & LEARN
Move, Groove & Learn is currently on Summer Hiatus.
Miss Yvette from Walpole CFCE will be back in September for Music and Movement.
Monthly on Mondays
(10:15 – 10:45 am)
Future Dates Include: 9/14, 10/26, 11/6, 12/14, 1/11, 2/8, 3/15, 4/12, 5/10, 6/7
Best for ages 0-5 yrs. with a caregiver
No Registration Required
This program is funded by the Walpole CFCE, which is funded through the MA Dept. of Early Education and Care’s Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant.
Note: This program goes on hiatus July – August, but returns in Sept.
KIDS' YOGA
Little Yogis can join Certified Children’s Yoga Instructor, Adrienne Mandigo, for yoga and mindfulness.
Monthly on Mondays
(10:15 – 11:00 am)
The Final Kids’ Yoga for this academic year will be June 15*
For ages 3-6 with a caregiver
Downstairs in the Meeting Room
No Registration Required
Participants should bring their own Yoga Mat / Towel if possible as we have a limited amount available to loan.
* This program goes on hiatus July-August, but returns in in Sept. Future dates include: 9/28, 10/5, 11/2, 12/7, 1/4, 2/1, 3/1, 4/5, 5/3, 6/14
TUMMY TIME
Exclusively for pre-walkers and their caregiver(s), this relaxed program is perfect for baby’s development. Includes a Q&A for caregivers with Medfield Board of Health’s Public Health Nurse Emily Dellaglio, BSN, RN
Monthly on Mondays
(10:15 – 11:45 am)
June 8, July 13, Aug. 10, Sept. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 23, Dec. 21
Drop in any time during the 90 minute period with your pre-walker and a blanket.