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Adult Game Night – March 25th

Posted by shenoys on 05 March 26

Come hang out with us for a fun evening of board games at the library! Whether you’re a strategy master, a casual player, or just looking to try something new, there’s a seat at the table for you.

We’ll have a variety of games available to borrow , or feel free to bring your own favorite to share and play with others.

Grab some friends or make new ones and get ready for a night of games, laughs and friendly competition! For Ages 18+

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12 Months 12 Books! Are you up for the challenge…? We are!

Posted by alliep on 30 December 25

Mass Center for the Book Challenge – 12 Months 12 Books

The Grafton Public Library is once again participating in the Massachusetts Center for the Book Reading Challenge once again.

How the challenge works:

Choose a book that fits the monthly challenge.
After you read, fill out this form to tell us about the book.
- Using our submission manager, you will be able to log in and access the entries you’ve logged throughout the year.
- Dedicated readers will be invited to a year-end celebration hosted by Mass Center for the Book.
- We will be drawing two names on the last day of each month to win a free book! Make sure you get those entries in before the end of the month.
- If you read a book in each of the 12 months, you will be entered in a drawing to win 1 of 2 totes filled with books.

January: A book about or set in winter

February: A book outside your usual genres or spin the genre wheel on our site: massbook.org/genre-wheel

March: A book featuring an unlikely friendship

April: A short story or essay collection

May: A book set in Massachusetts

June: A book with a sympathetic villain

July: A book found at a Little Free Library, tag sale, or used bookstore

August: A book that could be considered taboo

September: A book about a journey

October: A mystery, thriller, or ghost story

November: An adult classic you’ve never read

December: A book that connects to your heritage or cultural identity

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December’s Reading Challenge

Posted by alliep on 02 December 25

12 Months 12 Books

The Grafton Public Library is participating in the Massachusetts Center for the Book Reading Challenge.

This Month’s Challenge

Choose another book by an author you have already read.

How the Challenge Works

Choose a book that fits the monthly challenge from our display or ask one of our staff members for assistance.
If you would like assistance in choosing a book, consider asking a GPL staff member for a recommendation.
After you read, fill out this form to tell the Mass Center for the Book about what you read.
Dedicated readers will be invited to a year-end celebration hosted by the Massachusetts Center for the Book.

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Community Puzzle table

Posted by shenoys on 02 September 25

A Space to Create, Connect, and Relax

We’re excited to introduce the Community Puzzle table at the library starting Sep 1st, 2025. It is set up on the 2nd floor in the Large Print Room. Stop by, add a piece, take a break, and enjoy the quiet. New puzzles coming after each one is complete! We will be posting a photo of the completed puzzle on our social media!

Our patrons have been busy puzzling! 🧩
Stop by the Community Puzzle Table and help with the next one — everyone’s welcome to add a few pieces!

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September Reading Challenge

Posted by alliep on 28 August 25

12 Months 12 Books

The Grafton Public Library is participating in the Massachusetts Center for the Book Reading Challenge.

This Month’s Challenge

Choose a book told in non-chronological order. Click here for some book recommendations for the month of September!

How the Challenge Works

Choose a book that fits the monthly challenge from our display or ask one of our staff members for assistance.
If you would like assistance in choosing a book, consider asking a GPL staff member for a recommendation.
After you read, fill out this form to tell the Mass Center for the Book about what you read.
Dedicated readers will be invited to a year-end celebration hosted by the Massachusetts Center for the Book.

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Labor Day Weekend Closure

Posted by alliep on 23 August 25

LIBRARY CLOSED LABOR DAY WEEKEND AUGUST 30 - SEPT 1, 2025

The Library will be closed Labor Day Weekend, Saturday, August 30 – Monday, September 1. We will reopen at 9 AM on Tuesday, September 2.

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2025 August Reading Challenge

Posted by alliep on 29 July 25

12 Months 12 Books

The Grafton Public Library is participating in the Massachusetts Center for the Book Reading Challenge.

This Month’s Challenge

Choose a book with a first sentence of eight words or less. Click here for some book recommendations for the month of August!

How the Challenge Works

Choose a book that fits the monthly challenge from our display or ask one of our staff members for assistance.
If you would like assistance in choosing a book, consider asking a GPL staff member for a recommendation.
After you read, fill out this form to tell the Mass Center for the Book about what you read.
Dedicated readers will be invited to a year-end celebration hosted by the Massachusetts Center for the Book.

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Friends Back to School Book Sale

Posted by alliep on 17 July 25

Support the Friends of the Grafton Public Library and stock up on some great items! Browse a selection of gently used books, games, DVDs and more.

ATTENTION TEACHERS! We are offering 50% off ALL books so you can stock up on everything your classroom needs this school year. We are also again offering a bag sale on Sunday – fill a bag for $5.00!

Prices range from $0.50 – $2.00/book. Special pricing for collections. Payment accepted via cash, credit card, or check.

Donations of all gently used books, DVDs, CDs, games & complete puzzles will be accepted before the book sale begins. Please no textbooks or heavily damaged items. Ask front desk staff where to drop off your items upon arrival.

To learn more please visit us at FACEBOOK.COM/GPLFRIENDS

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