Hanson Public Library

Hanson Public Library The Hanson Library inspires curiosity and fosters life-long learning by connecting people and ideas. Public library for the Town of Hanson, Massachusetts.

Check out our upcoming programs for this week!Please note: The library will be closed Saturday, September 5th and Monday...
08/30/2026

Check out our upcoming programs for this week!

Please note: The library will be closed Saturday, September 5th and Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day.

Tuesday, September 1st
• LEGO Free Play | Ages 4-12 | 4-5pm | Drop In

Wednesday, September 2nd
• Escargot Storytime and Craft | Ages 3-7 | 10-10:30am | Registration Required

Friday, September 4th
• Move and Groove Storytime | Ages 0-3 | 10-10:30am & 11-11:30am | Drop In
• Half-Day Hangout: Napoleon Dynamite | Grades 5-8 | 12:30-2:30pm | Drop In

For programs requiring registration, visit hansonlibrary.org/calendar to sign up!

We can't wait to see you!

Join us at the library on Tuesday, September 8th at 6pm for an inspiring presentation from Girl Scout Troop 82684! The g...
08/27/2026

Join us at the library on Tuesday, September 8th at 6pm for an inspiring presentation from Girl Scout Troop 82684! The girls will share their Leave No Trace project, and how they're earning their Girl Scout Silver Award by educating our community and protecting Hanson's natural spaces.

Their presentation includes:
🎞️ A slideshow of their project journey
🍃 The seven "Leave No Trace" principles
🗑️ Real litter and debris collected from local trails
🤝 Their partnership with Green Hanson and the Hanson Conservation Committee to bring educational signage to Hanson trails

Great for all ages, especially older kids, teens, and adults who care about nature and community service. Come support these amazing young leaders! 💚

📍Hanson Public Library
🗓️ Tuesday, September 8th
🕕 6:00 PM

The Hanson Public Library Foundation Gift Basket Fundraiser isn't that far off! Donations can be dropped off at the Libr...
08/26/2026

The Hanson Public Library Foundation Gift Basket Fundraiser isn't that far off! Donations can be dropped off at the Library until September 30th.

08/26/2026

Today, please access the Library through School St at the Indian Head intersection.

We've got something for every age this week — check out the lineup below and swing by!Monday, August 24th- Book Cafe (Ad...
08/23/2026

We've got something for every age this week — check out the lineup below and swing by!

Monday, August 24th
- Book Cafe (Adults) | 10:30–11:30am | Drop in

Tuesday, August 25th
- Playdough Playtime (Ages 2–5) | 4–5pm | Drop in

Wednesday, August 26th
- Storytime & Parachute Play (Ages 3–7) | 10–10:30am | Registration required

Thursday, August 27th
- Scrabble Tile Coasters (Adults & Teens 16+) | 5–7pm | Registration required
- Book to Movie Discussion: Fahrenheit 451 (Adults) | 6:30–7:30pm | Drop in

Friday, August 28th
- Move and Groove Storytime (Ages 0–5) | 10–10:30am & 11–11:30am | Drop in

Saturday, August 29th
- Saturday Stories (Ages 0–3) | 9:30–10am | Drop in

For events that require registration, please visit hansonlibrary.org/calendar to sign up. See you soon at the library!

Celebrate Hanson Day with a walk through nature! Join us Saturday, September 19th for a guided Nature Walk in Hanson's T...
08/22/2026

Celebrate Hanson Day with a walk through nature! Join us Saturday, September 19th for a guided Nature Walk in Hanson's Town Forest with local naturalist Steve French.

🕥 Meet at the Library's Hanson Day table at 10:00 AM
🚶 Guided walk begins at 10:30 AM
🌿 Discover the plants, trees, wildlife, and natural history of this special part of our community

We'll meet at the Library's Hanson Day table, then head across the street to the Forest entrance. Parking is available at the Botieri Field/Hanson Skate Park complex, 797 Indian Head Street (Route 58).

Visit hansonlibrary.org/calendar to sign up! Learn more about the forest here: www.nsrwa.org/listing/veterans-memorial-town-forest.

See you on the trail! 🍂

Join us Thursday, September 17th at 6:00 PM for an evening of music and storytelling with musician/author Matt York! He'...
08/20/2026

Join us Thursday, September 17th at 6:00 PM for an evening of music and storytelling with musician/author Matt York! He'll perform songs and share stories about two of music's biggest icons, Bob Dylan and Johnny Cash, and the unlikely friendship that helped bridge folk and country music into what we now know as Americana. A night for folk, country, and Americana fans alike.

York is a two-time Boston Music Award nominee for Best Country Artist and recently released his second book, The Words and Wisdom of Willie Nelson.

Space is limited. Sign up at hansonlibrary.org/calendar today! See you there!

This program is supported in part by a grant from the Hanson Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Approaching Medicare eligibility? Don't navigate it alone! Join us Tuesday, September 15th at 6:00pm for a helpful semin...
08/19/2026

Approaching Medicare eligibility? Don't navigate it alone! Join us Tuesday, September 15th at 6:00pm for a helpful seminar with Jenna Feitelberg of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

Whether you're planning to retire or continuing to work, understanding your Medicare options matters, and missing enrollment deadlines could end up costing you money. This seminar will help you feel confident about making the right health coverage decisions for your situation.

💡 Learn about your enrollment options
⏰ Understand key deadlines
✅ Get answers to your Medicare questions

All are welcome! Bring your questions! Sign up at hansonlibrary.org/calendar today!

Join us Tuesday, September 8th at 6:00pm as Girl Scout Troop 82684 shares their journey toward the Girl Scout Silver Awa...
08/18/2026

Join us Tuesday, September 8th at 6:00pm as Girl Scout Troop 82684 shares their journey toward the Girl Scout Silver Award! The girls will present on the seven Leave No Trace principles, their work cleaning up local trails, and their partnership with Green Hanson and the Hanson Conservation Committee to bring educational signage to Hanson's trails.

There will be a slideshow presentation and real examples from their trail cleanup efforts. Come learn how youth-led conservation work happens right here in our community!

All ages welcome! Best suited for older kids, teens, and adults who care about nature and community service. Sign up at hansonlibrary.org.calendar!

The Library is pleased to be the venue for Indian Head PTO's back to school haircut event on Tuesday, August 25th from 4...
08/16/2026

The Library is pleased to be the venue for Indian Head PTO's back to school haircut event on Tuesday, August 25th from 4-7pm featuring local businesses Hair Comes the Comb, Broadway Barber, and Beth's Bridal. This community event is a great opportunity to get your student ready for their first day back to school.
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132 Maquan Street
Hanson, MA
02341

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 12pm - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 8pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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