For a full list of programs, visit https://fiskelib.org/. 

Summer Hours

The library will be closed Friday, July 4 for Independence Day. Summer hours are Monday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The library will be closed on Saturdays in July and August.

Summer Reading is Here!

The 2025 Summer Reading Program “Level Up at Your Library” is in full swing. Summer Reading Club is open to kids of all ages. If you have not registered yet, you can still stop by the library to sign up. Completed reading logs must be returned by August 8 in order to be eligible for prizes. 

Thank you to our sponsors who have helped to “Level Up” our summer here at Fiske: Dervishi Masonry and Hardscapes, Omega Pizza, Lake Pearl, X-Treme Craze Foxboro, Level 99, R1 Entertainment, Regional Tire and Service, Wrentham House of Pizza, Menchies Foxboro, An Unlikely Story, Three Pugs Creamery, Absolute Health Chiropractic, Wrentham Cooperative Bank, Scholastic, the Boston Bruins, Thermo-Fisher Scientific, Ritas of Walpole, Friends of the Fiske, Claudia Schumacher, Caron Ketchum, and Chris Cosimano “In Honor of Jim Soares’ Birthday.”

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

Rock, Paper, Scissors Tournament

Monday, July 14 from 1 to 1:30 p.m.

Kids age 5+ are invited to join us for a reading of the book “The Legend of Rock, Paper, Scissors” by Drew Daywalt. Following the story, kids can take turns facing off in an exciting RPS tournament. At the end of the event, crafts and other related projects involving rocks, paper, and scissors will be available. No registration required. 

Reverse Painting with Pop-Up Art School (ages 10-18)

Wednesday, July 16 from 3:30 to 5 p.m.

Learn about the centuries-old art of reverse glass painting and create your own reverse painting. Reverse painting techniques have been used since the 16th century. In reverse painting, the details are painted first and then the larger shapes. For tweens and teens ages 10+. This program is supported by a grant from the Wrentham Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Robot Obstacle Course with Mobile Quest

Thursday, July 31 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Join Mobile Quest S.T.E.M. Center for their Robot Obstacle Course program. Participants will learn how to control a Dash robot and maneuver it through a series of obstacles. Each level will get more difficult. Ages 7-12. Registration required.

ADULT PROGRAMS

Spice Kits

Pick up one of the monthly Spice Kits. Each kit contains information about the spice, recipes, and a sample to try at home. July’s spice: sumac.

Adult Take & Make Craft

This adult craft kit contains materials and instructions to make a pinecone bird feeder. Craft kits can be picked up at the front desk while supplies last.

Paint A Pint Glass Night

Tuesday, July 15, from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Create a unique (and functional) pint glass—a fun library date night! Registration is required. 

Fiske Public Library Book Club

Tuesday, July 22 at 7 p.m.

This month’s book is “Funny Story” by Emily Henry. Contact Library Director Kim Shipala at [email protected] or 508-384-5440 with any questions.

Canning, Freezing, & Dehydrating with Blackstone Valley Veggie Gardens

Thursday, July 24 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Too many vegetables from your garden this year? No problem! We’ll show you the easiest and best ways to preserve them. No registration is required.