Monday, Sept. 10 and Sept. 24 at 10:30 a.m.

Preschool story time: Fall session of preschool story time begins; for ages 3 to 5; program includes a craft, stories, puppets, songs, activities and rhymes; no registration required.

Wednesday, Sept. 12 and Sept. 26 at 10:30 am

Mother Goose on the Loose: Drop in for Mother Goose on the Loose!; for ages birth to 2; puppets, songs, finger-plays and musical instruments make for a stimulating time for baby's emergent literacy; registration required; no craft involved.

Thursday, Sept. 6th and Sept. 20 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Legos at the Library: for ages 6 through 12; drop in and create with Legos.

Tuesday, Sept. 18 at 4 p.m.

Story time for kindergarten and first grade: Join Miss Kathleen for story time; no registration required; siblings welcome.

Wednesday, Sept. 12 at 10:30 a.m.

Music with Nancy: Join early childhood specialist Nancy Railsback for a morning of music and creative movement. A singer songwriter, she brings her knowledge of young children to early childhood programs providing experiences for singing, expressive movement, as well as opportunities to listen and play instruments; for children up to age three with a parent; funded by an anonymous donor; register at the library or call 978-425-2620.

Saturday, Sept. 22 at 1 p.m.

A Visit with Louisa May Alcott: Meet Louisa May Alcott through the living history portrayal of Jan Turnquist. Audience members will

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hear Louisa tell about writing the autobiographical "Little Women," and how writing took her from rags to riches. Learn about the courage and determination of an unconventional woman and her unusual Victorian family, including their Utopian community experience, Louisa's work as a Civil War nurse, and many of her other writings, including thriller tales and serious adult works. Free. Funded by the Hazen Memorial Library with LSTA Grant funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners and the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Monday, Sept. 24 at 10:30 a.m.

Tykes Itsy Bitsy Yoga: For ages 2 to 4 with a caregiver; maximum capacity of 12 adults and 15 children; deepen the bond with your child as you enjoy a fascinating flow of poses, songs, stories and games. Build a toolbox of calming techniques, healthy activities and supportive friendships; registration is required and attendance is limited; sign up in the Children's library or call 978-425-2620; free program sponsored and funded by the Friends of the Hazen Memorial Library.

For information about this program, visit www.ItsyBitsyYoga.com.

Thursday, Sept. 27 at 4 p.m.

Book Club for second- and third-grade students with Miss Kathleen: Call to reserve your copy of the book, Sarah Weeks' "Pie;" registration not required.