Sunday, June 18
Hazardous Waste Collection: 9 a.m.-Noon; DPW, 109 Graham St., Leominster. Proof of residency required. Fifty gallons of material maximum per vehicle.
Dana M. Sulin Memorial Chess Tournament: 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; Finnish Center at Saima Park, 67 Scott Road, Fitchburg. Managed by George Mirijanian. Registration begins at 8:45 a.m. saima-park.org.
Finnish Summer Festival/Kesäjuhla: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Finnish Center at Saima Park, 67 Scott Road, Fitchburg. Featuring food, games, basket raffle, festival artist Jenn Swan, Raivaaja books and music sales, and a variety of entertainment. saima-park.org.
Aero Fair ’23: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Fitchburg Airport, Airport Road. Enjoy an airport tour, simulator airplanes on display, free airplane rides for kids ages 8-17, refreshments. To pre-register, visit youngeaglesday.org.
Clambake and Chicken Barbecue: Noon; VFW, 491 Main St., West Townend. Hosted by Townsend VFW Post No. 6538 and its Auxiliary, the community is welcome to enjoy a barbecued chicken dinner, steamed lobsters, steamed clams, and clam chowder.
Monday, June 19
Zoom – Qigong: 10:30 a.m.; Hosted by Lawrence Library, Pepperell. Dvora Eisenstein will teach you gentle and easy movements to help improve balance and calm the mind. To register, visit lawrencelibrary.org.
Outdoor Story Time with Miss Tiffany: 11 a.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Enjoy stories, rhymes, and parachute fun; ages 0-5. ashburnhamlibrary.org.
Virtual – Leominster Medication Group: 7 p.m.; Hosted by Leominster Public Library. For details, visit leominsterlibrary.org.
Tuesday, June 20
Strega Mama Story Time: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Enjoy a Winnie-the-Pooh-themed story time with songs, stories, and games such as the Honey Toss Game, Help Eeyore Build His House, and more. 978-534-7522.
Story Time with Miss Jane: 10:30 a.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Songs, finger plays, movement, and stories. 978-829-1789.
Outdoor Story Time: 11 a.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Enjoy stories, rhymes, and parachute fun with Miss Tiffany; ages 0-5. ashburnhamlibrary.org.
Stitchcraft Knitting & Crochet Group: 3-5 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Chat while working on a project, or learn a new skill. 978-582-4140.
LEGO Club: 4 p.m.; Ashby Free Public Library, 812 Main St. 978-386-5377.
Modeling Sand Makers: 5 p.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Stop by the library to play, create, and make new friends; pre-k-up. 978-433-0330.
Tech Help with Quinn: 5-7 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Learn how to set up an e-mail, get started with Libby, assistance with mobile devices, and more. To register, call 978-582-4140.
Weekly Meditation: 6:30 p.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Join Anita McHugh for midweek tranquility and renewal. 978-433-0330.
Music and Nature at Saima Park: 6:30-8:15 p.m.; Finnish Center at Saima Park, 67 Scott Road, Fitchburg. The Fitchburg State University Community Orchestra invites the public to attend their open rehearsals under the pavilion. Bring a picnic and enjoy a guided nature walk.
Wednesday, June 21
Summer Reading Bingo Sign-Up: all day; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Pick up your bingo sheet(s) and return them to the library by Sept. 5. 978-534-7522.
Zoom – 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group: 9:30 a.m.; Hosted by Lawrence Library, Pepperell. Deborah Hope, executive career coach, presents “Networking 2.0”. To register, visit lawrencelibrary.org.
Nature Walk for Adults: 10 a.m.; Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, 113 Goodnow Road, Princeton. Explore Wachusett Meadow’s beautiful trails during a relaxed, 1-2-mile walk led by an expert Mass Audubon naturalist. massaudubon.org.
Chair & Stand: 10:15 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. 978-874-7416.
Story Time: 10:15 a.m.; Ashby Free Public Library, 812 Main St. 978-386-5377.
Story Time: 10:30 a.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Join Miss Molly for songs, finger plays, movement, and stories. 978-829-1789.
Safari Story Time: 10:30 a.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Explore the wild with an exciting book, then make a jungle-inspired craft. To register, call 978-433-0330.
Bridge Club: 10:30 a.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. New members welcome. 978-433-0330.
Outdoor Story Time: 11 a.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Enjoy stories, rhymes, and parachute fun with Miss Tiffany; ages 0-5. ashburnhamlibrary.org.
DROP-IN Game Afternoon for Grown-Ups: 1-4 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Visit the library for board gaming fun; ages 18-up. 978-534-7522.
First Friends-Baby/Toddler Group: 2 p.m.; Ashby Free Public Library, 812 Main St. 978-386-5377.
“Schooooool’s Out!” Craft: 2-4 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Visit the Teen Center and make a craft to celebrate the end of school. 978-829-1789.
Craft Club “Find Your Voice!”: 4:30 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Create art with paint, crayons and more to accompany submitted poems from April Poetry Month; ages 9-18. thayermemoriallibrary.org.
Understanding Medicare: 6 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. This no-cost seminar will help you understand your Medicare health insurance options. 978-874-7416,
“Eyes on Owls”: 6 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Marcia Wilson, teacher naturalist and Mark Wilson, wildlife photographer and author, will feature some of their owls and other birds of prey. 978-582-4140.
Magical Monarchs: 6 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Elke Jahns-Harms and her husband Garth will discuss facts and myths about monarchs and share heartwarming stories and captivating photos from their experiences. 978-534-7522.
Pride Cookie Decorating for Teens: 6 p.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. To register, call 978-433-0330.
Genealogy Consultations: 6:15-7:45 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Whether you are a seasoned genealogist or just starting out, Dwight Fitch can help you on your journey. To make an appointment, call 978-597-1714.
Drum and Rhythm Circle: 6:30 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Presented by Otha Day, learn to play songs, rhythms, chants and more from many cultures. thayermemoriallibrary.org.
The Eclectic Book Club: 7 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Read and discuss “The Hunting Party” by Lucy Foley. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.
Online – Horseshoe Crabs: 7 p.m.; Hosted by Mass Audubon Education. Celebrate International Horseshoe Crab Day highlighting the incredible Atlantic Horseshoe Crab. To register, visit massaudubon.org.
Book Club: 7 p.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Read and discuss “Mad Honey” by Jodi Picoult. 978-433-0330.
Thursday, June 22
Espanol para los ninos: 10 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Sing, dance, color, and talk Spanish together; ages 3-6. Led by Senora Emily West. forbushlibrary.org.
Stretch, Strengthen & Balance: 10:15 a.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Songs, stories, and fun for the littlest patrons; ages 0-24 months. 978-874-7416.
Outdoor Story Time: 11 a.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Enjoy stories, rhymes, and parachute fun with Miss Tiffany; ages 0-5. ashburnhamlibrary.org.
Knitting: 12:30-3 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Join other knitters to work on a project or get help with any questions. 978-345-5968.
World of Lizards: 2 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Have a fun afternoon exploring the world of lizards with The Reptile Nook and their scaly friends. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic: 3-6 p.m.; St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 49 Woodland St., Fitchburg. Hosted by Spanish American Center. To register, call 978-534-3145.
Relax & Knit Club for Teens: 3 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Learn how to knit or know the basics to work on a project; snacks provided. fitchburgpubliclibrary.org.
Espanol para los estudiantes: 4 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Learn the basics of Spanish including colors, numbers, days of week, animals and more; ages 6-11. Led by Senora Emily West. forbushlibrary.org.
Amazing Animal Ambassadors: 4:30 p.m.; Hazen Memorial Library, 3 Keady Way, Shirley. Meet a bird or two, some mammals, reptiles and even some bugs and other small animals on display. 978-425-2661.
Historical Fiction Book Club: 5 p.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Read and discuss “People of the Book” by Geraldine Brooks. 978-433-0330.
Ice Cream Party: 5:30 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Pick up your Summer Reading packet and enjoy a complimentary ice cream from Cherry Hill 2. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.
Movie Night: 6 p.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Watch the movie “Loving Vincent” (2017. ashburnhamlibrary.org.
Magic Tree House Book Club: 6 p.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Read and discuss “Pirates Past Noon”, then build a pirate ship out of LEGOs; grades 2-3. To register, call 978-433-0330.
Make Your Own Comet STEM Program: 6:30 p.m.; Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Help build a model of a comet with erupting geysers and hissing vents; ages 10-up. To register, visit lunenburglibrary.org.
Sea Songs & Stories: 6:30 p.m.; Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. Davis Bates will be on hand to celebrate the Day of the Seafarer, New England Maritime Traditions, Folkore and more. 978-874-7416.
Military Band Concert and Lawn Party: 7:30-9:30 p.m.; On the Common, Townsend. Enjoy music by the Townsend Military Band, along with food and lawn games, hosted by Christ Church of Townsend.
Friday, June 23
Celebrate Pink Flamingo Day: 10 a.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Enjoy the story “Pinky Got Out!”, play Flamingo Corn Hole and Flamingo Ring Toss, visit the tropical selfie station, and make a glitter globe. Tropical/flamingo themed outfits encouraged. To register, call 978-534-7522.
Stories, Songs and Snuggles: 10:30 a.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Babies up to 18 months welcomed to enjoy songs, books and more. thayermemoriallibrary.org.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Compete against others in this Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament; grades 5-8. To register, visit townsendlibrary.org.
Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club: 1 p.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Each week a new adventure book will be read out loud, followed by a STEAM activity; ages 6-10. To register, visit thayermemoriallibrary.org.
Saturday, June 24
Ashby Art Festival: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; on Ashby Town Common. The festival will feature local artists and farmers selling their wares, along with children and adult exhibits, music, delicious food, children’s games, and more.
Summer Reading Lawn Games Party: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Enjoy lawn games such as Giant Jenga, Bucket Ball, Bag Toss and more. ashburnhamlibrary.org.
Saturday Craft Camp: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Stevens Memorial Library, 20 Memorial Drive, Ashburnham. Drop in the Makerspace for an easy spring craft; ages 6-12. ashburnhamlibrary.org.
DIY Dress-Up for Kids: 10:30 a.m.; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Get creative and fashionable this summer by designing some cool accessories that you can wear; ages pre-k-up. To register, call 978-433-0330.
LEGO Club: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Bring your imagination, the library will have the bricks; ages 5-12. 978-829-1789.
Journaling Workshop for Teens: Noon; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Journal together; all materials provided. To register, visit thayermemoriallibrary.org.
Lunch at the Library: Noon; Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell. Pack your picnic basket, paper bag or tote and grab some books. Enjoy reading and lunch on the front lawn. 978-433-0330.
Silk Scarf Design Workshop: 2 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Join artist Brenda Caldwell for the opportunity learn the art of silk scarf design. To register, call 978-534-7522.
Sunday, June 25
Fitchburg Arts and Culture Extravaganza: Noon-7 p.m., Riverfront Park, Fitchburg. Featuring live performances, art exhibitions, interactive experiences, and a diverse lineup of talented performers.