The Maynard Voice

Maynard Book Festival: Art Exhibit Reception
2026-04-09 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Roosevelt Room, 2 Nason St, Maynard, MA, United States
Stories in Fiber art exhibit reception7:00-7:30: Music by Jessica and Zac Smith, flute and guitar7:30: Remarks by artist Cindy KennellyRefreshments will be servedArtist’s description: I create all of my artwork using sheep wool. I combine those fibers with silk and yarn to create my desired look.

Maynard Book Festival: Mill Town / Mill City Poetry Reading
2026-04-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Offsite location
Maynard Book Festival poetry and photography event at Felixology bookshopCome to a reading to celebrate the creativity of Maynard and sister-city Lowell. Curated by Rebecca Kirk Connors (Maynard) and Meg Smith (Lowell), the evening will feature poets from the Maynard area and Lowell and a photography exhibit of Maynard and Lowell historic places of note, featuring work by local and regional photographers.

Knitting and Crochet Group
2026-04-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Trustees Room, 2 Nason St, Maynard, MA, United States
Knitting and crochet; people may bring their dinner if they want

Pre-event gathering at Barrels & Vines
2026-04-09 16:30 - 18:00 | Offsite location
Gather with festival attendees, poets, and photographers at Barrels & Vines wine bar before the Mill Town / Mill City Poetry Reading and Photography Exhibit at Felixology bookshop. Free refreshments (complimentary charcuterie), and wine by the glass (3 sizes) for purchase.

Post-event gathering at Barrels & Vines
2026-04-08 20:15 - 21:30 | Offsite location
Gather with festival attendees and poet Fred Gerhard at Barrels & Vines wine bar after the Edgar Allan POEtry reading and open mic at Felixology bookshop. Free desserts, 10% off charcuterie, and wine by the glass (3 sizes) for purchase. There will also be non-alcoholic options available.

Golf Course Advisory Task Force Site Meeting
2026-04-08 18:30 - 23:59 | – Maynard MA 01754
https://www.townofmaynard-ma.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=2554

Maynard Book Festival: Edgar Allan POEtry Reading and Open Mic
2026-04-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Offsite location
Location: Felixology, 2 Walnut Street, MaynardLocal writer Fred Gerhard will read works inspired by Edgar Allan Poe, including poetry by his late mother Rena Gerhard from her posthumously published poetry book and works by Poe himself. After a short break and book signing, Fred will facilitate an open mic session inviting participants to read poetry or a short story (10 minutes max).

Read To A Dog
2026-04-08 16:20 - 16:30, 2026-04-08 16:10 - 16:20, 2026-04-08 16:00 - 16:10 | Storytime Room, 2 Nason St, Maynard, MA, United States
Meet Finn the Reading Dog. Okay, Finn won’t read to you but you can read to Finn! If you sign for for this, you’ll: a. Get your own ten minute one-on-one reading session with Finn b. Get to pet and bond with a truly caring canine c.

Knitting and Hand Crafts Group
2026-04-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Trustees Room, 2 Nason St, Maynard, MA, United States
This is a knitting group, but all hand crafts are encouraged. All are invited to come and bring their current projects.

Retirement Planning for the Already Retired with AARP
2026-04-07 19:00 - 20:30 | Roosevelt Room, 2 Nason St, Maynard, MA, United States
You’ve retired -congratulations- but your planning is not done. This AARP presentation will look at helping you to manage your cash flow in retirement, the rules for working while collecting social security, how to establish a protective plan for you and your loved ones, and the impact on social security if you remarry or are widowed.

Maynard Book Festival Book Discussion
2026-04-07 19:00 - 20:30 | Trustees Room, 2 Nason St, Maynard, MA, United States
Join us for a group discussion of Maynard Book Festival featured author Jenna Blum’s novel Murder Your Darlings. Jenna will even be making an online appearance to chat with us!Known for such brilliant historical novels as Those Who Save Us and The Lost Family, A Mighty Blaze co-founder and New York Times bestselling author Jenna Blum now offers a contemporary, suspenseful novel about love, loss, and revenge in the world of books.

Select Board Meeting Executive Session and Regular Meeting
2026-04-07 18:30 - 23:59 | Michael J. Gianotis Meeting Room – No. 201 – 195 Main Street Maynard MA 01754
https://www.townofmaynard-ma.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=2553

April 7, 2026 Conservation Commission Meeting
2026-04-07 18:00 - 20:00 | –
https://www.townofmaynard-ma.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=2434

English Conversation Group
2026-04-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Study Room A, 2 Nason St, Maynard, MA, United States
This English class is for advanced beginners and intermediate level students. The class focuses on everyday words and idioms which students will likely hear in their daily lives. A topic for discussion is offered in each class. Grammar is not emphasized.

Board of Assessors Meeting
2026-04-07 17:00 - 23:59 | Finance Conference Room -No. 202 – 195 Main Street Maynard MA 01754
https://www.townofmaynard-ma.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=2552

Junior LEGO League
2026-04-07 15:30 - 16:30 | Storytime Room, 2 Nason St, Maynard, MA, United States
Junior LEGO League – Ages 4 and overKids will create innovative LEGO projectsYou could create most anythingWhen you put LEGOs togetherLike a Cosmic LEGO-fyerOr something even better!If you attend this activity you’ll get to:a. build rocketsb.

Sustainability Committee Meeting
2026-04-06 19:00 - 23:59 | Soup Campbell Room – 195 Main Street Maynard MA 01754
https://www.townofmaynard-ma.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=2550

Finance Committee Meeting
2026-04-06 19:00 - 23:59 | –
https://www.townofmaynard-ma.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=2549

Cultural Council Meeting
2026-04-06 19:00 - 23:59 | Michael J. Gianotis Meeting Room – No. 201 – 195 Main Street Maynard MA 01754
https://www.townofmaynard-ma.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=2542

Sensory Playtime
2026-04-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Storytime Room, 2 Nason St, Maynard, MA, United States
Once a month, join Ms. Casey in the Storytime Room for a variety of toys, sensory experiences, and activities that encourage fine & gross motor skills. We encourage participants to dress for a mess! Monday, April 6, 2026 @ 1:00pm in the Storytime Room.

Spring Baby Storytime
2026-04-06 10:30 - 11:00 | Storytime Room, 2 Nason St, Maynard, MA, United States
Sing songs, listen to stories, and act out rhymes at this storytime for the youngest of library visitors. There will be toys available after storytime ends. Ages Birth-2 years, older siblings welcome. The Spring session is indoors in the Storytime Room, with windows open to increase air circulation and followed by play time.

Spice Club Kits
2026-04-06 00:00 | Take and Make Kits, 2 Nason St, Maynard, MA, United States
Spice Club Kits are now available. Pick up a kit containing a spice sample and a booklet with spice information and recipes at the Circulation Desk. Have fun cooking!If you’d like to join in a potluck lunch and discussion, they are usually on the 4th Saturday of the month.

A Visit with the Stow and Assabet Village Minutemen
2026-04-04 14:00 - 15:00 | Roosevelt Room, 2 Nason St, Maynard, MA, United States
Have you ever wondered who the crazy people are who march through town in the before dawn hours of Patriots Day, waking up people by firing off muskets, blaring fifes and beating drums?Come learn about the Stow Minutemen and the Assabet Village Minutemen, their history and the local events on the original Patriots Day, as well as what it’s like to be modern reenactors.

AARP Tax Prep Assistance
2026-04-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Trustees Room, 2 Nason St, Maynard, MA, United States
AARP’s Tax-Aide program is the nation’s largest free, volunteer-run tax preparation and assistance program. It serves low and middle income taxpayers with special attention to those ages 60 and over.Call 978-760-9146 to set up an appointment.

CANCELED - Toy Time
2026-04-03 10:30 - 11:30 | Storytime Room, 2 Nason St, Maynard, MA, United States
Toy Time – Ages 1 – 5There’s nothing that’s more funThan to play with toys, it’s trueFor every girl and boyAnd maybe adults too!At Toy Time kids will:a. meet like-minded toddlersb. build with blocksc. play with trainsd. participate in obstacle courses and paradese.

AARP Tax Prep Assistance
2026-04-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Roosevelt Room, 2 Nason St, Maynard, MA, United States

Roadway Safety and Safe Streets Task Force Meeting
2026-04-02 19:00 - 23:59 | Soup Campbell Room – 195 Main Street Maynard MA 01754
https://www.townofmaynard-ma.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=2548
