Foster Community Library

Category: Programs

  • Kid’s Colorful Snowflakes

    Classic coffee filter snowflakes with a colorful twist! We will use markers to create a watercolor effect on these stunning winter decorations.

    This workshop takes place on Friday, January 19 at 1pm, right after our weekly storytime at Tyler Free Library. Registration is required due to limited materials. To register, you can sign up in person, call either library, email ofriederich@fosterlibraries.org, or submit our online form.

  • Celestial Treasures Stargazing Night

    *NOTE: This event is postponed due to weather. Stay tuned to our website and newsletter for the new date.*

    Join us for a night of space exploration! Robert Horton, manager of Astronomical Labs and Ladd Observatory at Brown University, will be giving a short stargazing presentation. Then we will use telescopes and binoculars to identify constellations, planets, nebulae and star clusters. The moon will be reaching its first quarter phase, which will create ideal viewing conditions. Telescopes will be available to share, but if you have your own, please feel free to bring it. Flashlights and headlamps are also recommended.

    We will meet at Tyler Free Library on Friday, January 12 at 6:30pm. In case of rain or snow, the rain date will be January 19. Children are welcome to attend. Please register online or email ofriederich@fosterlibraries.org to sign up. 

  • Storytime with the Chief

    *NOTE: The time of this event has changed from 6:30 to 6:00.*

    Join us as we welcome Police Chief Lindell to the library for a night of stories! All ages welcome at Foster Public Library on Tuesday, January 23 at 6:00pm. You can register using our online form or email ofriederich@fosterlibraries.org.

  • Winter Snow Globe Craft

    Let your creativity shine and join us for a night of winter snow globe creations! We will have a variety of woodland figurines and evergreen plants to make the perfect winter scene.

    This event takes place at Foster Public Library on Tuesday, January 30, 5:30pm. Please register using our online form or email ofriederich@fosterlibraries.org.

  • Pajaki Chandelier Craft

    *Note: Due to weather, this craft will take place on Wednesday, January 17, at the same time and place.*

    Make a traditional Polish pajaki to cheer up your January interior and bring you luck for the new year! These ornamental paper chandeliers are the perfect antidote to gray days, and were historically used to brighten up homes during the dark winter months.

    This event will be held at Foster Public Library on Wednesday, January 10, 6pm. Please register with our online form or email info@fosterlibraries.org. This program is recommended for adults and teens.

  • Holiday Kid’s Craft

    Join us at Tyler Free Library on December 8 at 1pm for a kid’s holiday craft! We’ll be turning pinecones into snowy owls, mini gnomes, and evergreen trees!

    This event will take place right after our regularly scheduled storytime at 12:30, where we will be reading some holiday favorite books.

    Due to limited materials, registration is required. Visit the library, call either library, or sign up on our online form.

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  • Winter Scene Diorama Workshop

    *Please note: This event is currently at capacity. Please join the waitlist to be notified of openings.*

    Foster Public Library is proud to present our yearly diorama workshop! The program was super successful last year, so we’re excited to bring it out again. This program will take place at Foster Public Library on December 7 at 6pm.

    All materials are provided. Space is limited, so sign up in person, by phone, or online with our form!

  • Wooden Holiday Elves

    *Please note: This event is currently at capacity. Please join the waitlist to be notified of openings.*

    Join us on December 14 at 6pm at Foster Public Library to decorate your own bundled-up elf for the holidays! You’ll go home with a little buddy for your mantlepiece.

    All materials are provided. Spaces are limited; please register in person, by phone, or online with this form!

  • No-Bake Christmas Cookies

    You know Micheline Lombardi from her cookbooks, her FHJ column, and maybe even from our pasta demonstration this summer. On December 5 at 6:00pm, she will teach us to make simple cookies without an oven.

    Registration is required. Sign up in person, by phone, or online.

    If you are not able to attend the event, you can always check out Micheline’s cookbooks from Foster Public Library!

  • Pumpkin Centerpiece Class

    Note: This event is at capacity. Please join our waitlist to be notified of any last minute openings and cancellations.

    Join us at Foster Public Library at 12:30pm on November 18 to make pretty pumpkins for your Thanksgiving table! You’ll go home with a one-of-a-kind decoration.

    Registration is required due to limited materials. Please register by signing up in person, calling either library, or using our online form.