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Past Events

Better late than never! Browse The Carle’s past events.
Sat
Feb
25
Foster MA Logo, including the words, "Every Parent Makes a Difference"
For Families

Foster Care Recruitment

Thinking about becoming a foster parent? Learn more about the application process and the supports provided by the Department of Children and Families (DCF) by visiting DCF’s information table.
Fri
Feb
24
A standoff in a forest, with birds on the left side and animals on the ride side. Both groups glare at each other.
Artists & Authors, For Families, Performances

Special Storytime with Circle Round's Rebecca Sheir and Eric Shimelonis

Join Circle Round’s Rebecca Sheir and Eric Shimelonis as they present a story inspired by a folktale from the Cherokee, Creek, Ojibwe and Menominee people of North America.

Wed
Feb
22
Hector Fox and his animal friends work together in the forest building a flying machine.
Artists & Authors, For Families

Special Storytime: Astrid Sheckels

Join author/illustrator Astrid Sheckels as she reads from her latest picture book, Hector Fox and the Daring Flight, the third adventure in the Hector Fox series.
Wed
Feb
22
Foster MA Logo, including the words, "Every Parent Makes a Difference"
For Families

Foster Care Recruitment

Thinking about becoming a foster parent? Learn more about the application process and the supports provided by the Department of Children and Families (DCF) by visiting DCF’s information table.
Feb
21
thru
26
The Eric Carle Museum building with the Eric Carle Museum sign in front of it, surrounded by green grass.
Artists & Authors, For Families

February School Vacation Week

The Carle is open Tuesday through Sunday during February School Vacation Week!
Sat
Feb
18
Happier Family players on stage in an assortment of colored T-shirts
For Families, Performances

Happier Family Comedy Show

Geared for kids ages 5-12, you won’t want to miss this program packed full of high energy and family-friendly funnies!
Sat
Feb
18
People sitting and standing and happily reading letters.
Artists & Authors, For Families

Special Storytime: Hayley and John Rocco

Join the Roccos for a reading of their new book How To Send A Hug.
Sat
Feb
18
Children and instructor point up at the sky.
For Families

Word Play with The Center Dance Studio

Bring your imagination and your dancing feet!

Fri
Feb
17
A child gluing tissue paper onto a large watercolor paper.
For Families

Materials Play

Art-making for the early years!
Sat
Feb
11
Child with brown skin standing garden and holding a seed in their palms.
Artists & Authors, For Families

Special Storytime: The Golden Life of Sally Sunflower

Join author Imani Ariana Grant and illustrator Simonne-Anais Clarke for a fun, interactive storytime!
Fri
Feb
10
Kids on rug smiling and moving as they look at book.
For Families

Open Book, Open Play

Move, sing, talk, and explore materials during this interactive storytime for early learners.

Wed
Feb
8
Books spread across a table.
Online, Workshops

Exploring Race & Representation in Picture Books (2 sessions)

(Program is FULL) Learn how to select picture books that reflect the lives and identities of all readers, and discover tools for building a more inclusive book collection.
Fri
Feb
3
Children and instructor point up at the sky.
For Families

Word Play with The Center Dance Studio

Bring your imagination and your dancing feet!

Feb
1
thru
5
Child wearing pink Piggie ears and holding Elephant & Piggie book.
For Families

First Book Friendiversary

Families visiting between February 1-5 will receive a FREE Elephant & Piggie book while supplies last! (Elephant & Piggie costume characters will not be in attendance.)
Tue
Jan
31
Hands turning the page of a book. On the book's illustration, a young girl also turns the page of a book while colorful animals surrounded by green foliage look at her.
Artists & Authors, Online

Virtual Author Visit with Grace Lin and Kate Messner: Once Upon a Book

Elementary classrooms will enjoy a virtual author visit with Grace Lin and Kate Messner as they share a sneak-preview of their upcoming release, Once Upon A Book. (Zoom link provided upon purchase of book)
Sun
Jan
29
People sitting on bus
For Families

Bilingual Storytime: Last Stop on Market Street | Hora de cuentos bilingües: Última parada de la Calle Market

Share stories in English and Spanish during this bilingual read aloud. Vengan compartir con nosotros el cuento bilingüe en español e inglés.

Fri
Jan
27
A child gluing tissue paper onto a large watercolor paper.
For Families

Materials Play

Art-making for the early years!
Thu
Jan
26
Book cover of Love Without Bounds, showing different families set in an assortment of frames.
Artists & Authors, Online, Talks & Tours

Love without Bounds: An IntersectionAllies Book about Families

Join us for this virtual program and hear from the authors of Love without Bounds, a joyful, heartwarming celebration of family in all its forms.
Sat
Jan
21
Happier Family players on stage in an assortment of colored T-shirts
For Families, Performances

Happier Family Comedy Show

Geared for kids ages 5-12, you won’t want to miss this program packed full of high energy and family-friendly funnies!
Fri
Jan
20
Detail of braille book
For Families

Braille Storytime with Mary Westgate

Join us for this interactive storytime featuring singing, musical instruments, and braille books!