Since 1926, the Burnham Library has stood as a center of community and life-long learning in Bridgewater. Its story begins, not in the handsome stone building that graces our downtown but scattered in multiple homes, organizations and spaces throughout Bridgewater. The desire to have a place to house a public library was finally realized thanks to the generous bequest of Captain William Dickson Burnham. Since this point, the Burnham Library has continued to keep its vision forward-thinking while being informed and guided by its past.
Stop by the library to pick up a Take & Make craft kit at the circulation desk! Kits will be available starting on December 3rd and throughout the month while…
Shake off the winter chill with a cozy evening of festive crafting by the fireplace! Paint and decorate your own charming faux candy cottage while sipping on hot cocoa and…
Unearthed: Exploring the Smithsonian National Gem Collection with Dr. Jeffrey Post Wednesday, December 4 at 2:00 pm via digital live stream REGISTER HERE Join us for an absolutely dazzling presentation…
All are welcome to join in the lively discussion. Copies of each selection will be available at the library. Questions? Email jkallay@burnhamlibrary.org
Burnham Library Presents: Burnham Bunch Storytime Thursdays, 10:30am-11:00am. Drop in. Ages Birth - 5 years old. Enjoy stories, songs, friends and bubbles all to help promote early literacy!
Pop-up December Giveaway Beginning December 6th, pop into the library and grab a fantastic Hogwarts Pop-up Calendar! One per family while supplies last.
Holiday Bedtime Stories with Carl Dill Join us after the tree lighting as Carl Dill shares stories perfect for the holiday season.
Burnham Library presents: Gingerbread House Decorating Saturday, December 7th 3 Sessions: 9:30am 10:30am 11:30am Register for the lottery from 11/5-11/22 by emailing Mrs. Lianne at lambruso@burnhamlibrary.org. Names will then be…
This program has been cancelled. Join The Replanted Witch to learn about the origins of the Yule holiday, sing pagan holiday carols, learn about witchy activities to invite the light…
On Pulse-Pounding, Family Driven Mysteries: A Conversation with Laura Dave Wednesday, December 4 at 2:00 pm via digital live stream REGISTER HERE Join us for a captivating conversation with #1 New…
Burnham Library Presents: Kids Klub Little Artists (Group A) 2nd Wednesdays 3:15-4:00pm Grades K-2 Learn about famous artists and try simple art projects related to the artist.
Burnham Library Presents: Burnham Bunch Storytime Thursdays, 10:30am-11:00am. Drop in. Ages Birth - 5 years old. Enjoy stories, songs, friends and bubbles all to help promote early literacy!
Burnham Library Presents: Pre-K Cone "Tree" Decorating Thursday, December 12th 11:00am (after story time) Join us for decorating "trees" for the holiday season! Cones, frosting and treats to decorate with…
Burnham Library Presents: Kids' Klub Little Artists New group added! 2nd Thursdays 3:15pm - 4:00pm (*12/12 at 12:45pm-1:30pm) Grades K-2 Learn about various famous artists and try simple art…
Join the Burnham School PTO and Burnham Library for fun at the Family Winter Movie Night! RSVP to Keri Peloso at kdpeloso@gmail.com
Burnham Library Presents: Grades K-5 Cookie Decorating Friday, December 13th 3:15pm-4:00pm. Join us for some holiday fun and decorate cookies in this afterschool program. This program is intended for kids…
Are you ready to dive into a world of adventure, strategy, and fun? Whether you're a seasoned tabletop game aficionado or just curious to see what all the excitement is…
Burnham Library Presents: Kids Klub Ocean Explorers (Group A) 3rd Wednesdays 3:15-4:00pm Grades K-2 Work in centers to learn all about the oceans, create a craft and do a science…
Burnham Library Presents: Kids' Klub - Ocean Explorers (Group B) 3rd Thursdays 3:15pm-4:00pm Grades K-2 Work in centers to learn all about the oceans, create a craft and do a…
Burnham Library Presents: Tween Time - Holidays Around the World 3rd Fridays (New Dates) 3:15pm-4:00pm Grades 3-5 Each session we will learn about a holiday celebrated in different countries and…
This is a story with an unusual cast of characters: some civic-minded townspeople, a wealthy ship captain, a respected man of letters, a hermit, and a bulldozer operator. And the State of California.
The first name in the story is that of Captain Nathaniel Randall, who between l8l0 and l840 maintained a circulating library in his house, using his own large collection of books. A smaller collection was kept and lent out by Augusta Lyon, who established a district library in the building that housed the original Bridgewater post office.
Dr. Beris has generously donated the funds to establish the Susan Beris, M.D. Youth Learning Center, aiming to unite her passion for education, lifelong learning, and child advocacy. The establishment of this center embodies her commitment to Bridgewater, the Burnham Library, the youth of the town, and neighboring communities.
