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Levi Heywood Memorial Library


55 West Lynde Street

Gardner, MA 01440

phone: 1-978-632-5298

 

 

Hours:
Monday: 9 a.m-6 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Print from computers & mobile devices $.10/page

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During inclement weather call 978-632-5298 for Library closings/delays or check our Facebook page

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Puzzle Race
Sat. Feb. 7 10AM-12PM

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Form a group of four to six friends, and race to be the first team to complete the same 500-piece puzzle. At least one adult is required per team. Space is limited to eight teams. The fastest team to assemble the puzzle will win a prize!
Space is limited. Registration is required. Call the library to register at 978-632-5298 or email gverrelli@cwmars.org.

Fill in the Blank: The Love Story
Local Author Event
Wed. Feb. 11 6PM


Join authors Janet Raye Stevens and Jean M. Grant as they take you on an interactive and engaging “mad lib” adventure – romance-style. Come ready to laugh and learn. There will be sweet treats and door prizes!
Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Peace Corps Thru the Decades
Wed. Feb. 25 6PM

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Discover how Peace Corps service has evolved over time in this special roundtable event. Volunteers from different decades—plus one from the first-ever group—will share their experiences and insights.

Teen Programs


Teen Literati Boxes
The Literati Box is a FREE monthly subscription box for teens ages 12-19. Each box includes a library book to borrow and snacks and extras to keep.
Register Here

Ten Programs January

Tuesday, December 30 @ 11AM-1PM Creative Writing Workshop -- Bring your work in progress or new ideas. We'll have writing prompts, advice, and moral support!
Wednesday, January 7 @ 4-6PM Board Game PJ Party-- Come play card and board games in your coziest PJs.
Thursday, January 8 @ 5-6:30PM Queer Media Club-- Hang out in a safe space and dish about your favorite queer books, shows, music, movies and more!
Saturday, January 10 @ 1-2PM Crafternoon-- Bring your own work-in-progress or use our craft supplies.
Wednesday, January 14 @ 4-7PM D&D-- Whether you're new to RPGs or a seasoned warrior, we're glad you're here. Registration required- FULL
Thursday, January 15 @ 2-7PM Study & Snack -- Drop-in to relax, study, and snack in a quiet space.
Wednesday, January 21 @ 3:30PM Teen Advisory Board Meeting-- Join us to help make decisions about the teen space and out programming.
Thursday, January 22 @ 4-6PM Art Club -- Bring your art homework, that comic you've been making, or just hang out and color.
Wednesday, January 28 @ 4-7PM D&D-- Whether you're new to RPGs or a seasoned warrior, we're glad you're here. Registration required- FULL
Thursday, January 29 @ 4-6PM Learn to Cook -- Did you know the library has a kitchen? Cook (and eat!) dinner with us! This month's menu is roasted veggie burritos.Space is limited- email Mk at mdespres@cwmars.org to register

January Book Club
Wednesday, January 28 @ 3:30PM

Amazon.com: James (Pulitzer Prize Winner): A Novel: 9780385550369: Everett,  Percival: Books

New Members always welcome. Books are available to borrow at the Library.
2026 Book Club Reads
Russell Gaulin
Watercolors, Acrylics, Metal Photographic Prints

Visit the Library's Exhibit Gallery during the months of December and January to see local artist Russell Gaulin's work.

Fearless Writing 4-Week Series
Tuesdays Jan. 6, 13, 20, & 27 5-6PM

In this four-week series, learn how to overcome common writing obstacles and gain insight and encouragement in creating your best writing life.

After this four-week series we will continue to meet once a month on the first Tuesday of each month at 5PM.

Walking Club
Tuesdays @ 9AM

 Stitch Social
Tuesdays 1 PM - 3 PM

Stitch Social

 A group for knitters, crocheters, and other needle crafters. Join us with your current project in the Greenwood Meeting Room. No instruction will be given.

Wowbrary

We're excited to offer our patrons free "Wowbrary" email alerts that showcase the library's newest items each week. The alerts feature the latest bestsellers, movies, music CDs, audio books, children's titles, cookbooks, mysteries, travel guides, health books, science fiction and more purchased by the library. Sign up with your email address here

Download the CW MARS App
For iOS & Android

C/W MARS App

Download the new secure CW MARS app to easily view checked out items, renew items, search the catalog, view and place holds, and more!

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Mobile Printing
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Upload documents here: http://print.princh.com/?pid=109270
Email documents to: gamain.bw@ewprints.com

Pay via the Print Release Terminal in the Reference Department or at the Reference Desk.

Black & white printing $.10/page cash only

Strategic Plan 2026-2030

Read about the future goals and plans of your library.

Levi Heywood Memorial Library Strategic Plan

 

Last Updated: January 21, 2026