Past Events

Better late than never! Browse The Carle’s past events.

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Dec
17
Sat
1:00 pm
Artists & Authors, For Families, Talks

The Antiracist Kid: A Book Talk with Author Tiffany Jewell

Kids ages 8-12 are invited to join author Tiffany Jewell in a group conversation about racism and injustice – and what to do when they encounter it at home, at school, and in the media.

Dec
16
Fri
10:30 am
For Families

Materials Play

Art-making for the early years!
Dec
14
thru
Jan
29
All Day
For Families

Everyday Art Project: Shape Sculptures

Create your own 3-D sculpture out of papers.
Dec
10
Sat
11:00 am
Artists & Authors, For Families

Special Storytime: Corinne Demas

Listen to author Corinne Demas read her new book The Perfect Tree, then imagine and create your own perfect tree!
Dec
9
Fri
11:00 am
For Families

Open Book, Open Play

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

Dec
7
Wed
11:00 am
For Families

Braille Storytime with Mary Westgate

Join us for this interactive storytime featuring singing, musical instruments, and braille books!
Dec
2
Fri
11:00 am
For Families

Word Play with The Center Dance Studio

Join us for creative movement inspired by inspired by Philip and Erin Stead’s Bear Has a Story to Tell. Bring your imagination and your dancing feet! 

Nov
25
thru
27
All Day
Online

The Carle Bookshop's Holiday Sale

Up to 35% off store-wide!
Nov
23
Wed
11:00 am
For Families

Moomin Storytime

Join us as we celebrate the Moomins books by Finnish author and illustrator Tove Jansson!
Nov
19
Sat
3:00 pm
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!
Nov
12
Sat
1:00 pm
For Families, Performances

Family Music Concert With Tom Knight and In the Nick of Time!

Join us for a rocking good time for all, BIG and small! Beloved Pioneer Valley musicians Tom Knight and In The Nick of Time are celebrating the release of new music.
Nov
12
Sat
11:30 am
Artists & Authors, For Families

Book Signing with Philip C. and Erin E. Stead

Meet Erin E. and Philip C. Stead at The Carle, and get a signed copy of their new book!
Nov
12
Sat
10:30 am
For Families, Performances

Family Music Concert with Tom Knight and In the Nick of Time!

Join us for a rocking good time for all, BIG and small! Beloved Pioneer Valley musicians Tom Knight and In The Nick of Time are celebrating the release of new music.
Nov
11
Fri
11:00 am
For Families

Open Book, Open Play

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

Nov
7
Mon
3:00 pm
Talks

Information Session: Simmons University Children's Literature Program

Attend an information session to learn about the Master of Arts and Master of Fine Arts in Children’s Literature and Writing for Children with Simmons University.
Nov
6
Sun
2:00 pm
Artists & Authors, For Families

Special Storytime: Danielle Greendeer

Join us for a special storytime that retells the Thanksgiving story for a more inclusive America, and honors the Native peoples who made it possible.
Nov
4
Fri
11:00 am
For Families

Word Play with The Center Dance Studio

Join us for creative movement inspired by Kathleen and Michael Hague’s Goodnight Fairies. Bring your imagination and your dancing feet! 

Nov
2
Wed
11:00 am
For Families

Braille Storytime with Mary Westgate

Join us for this interactive storytime featuring singing, musical instruments, and braille books!
Nov
2
thru
Dec
11
All Day
For Families

Everyday Art Project: Habitat Drawings

Create your own nature-inspired drawing using oil pastels and colorful paper.
Oct
28
Fri
10:30 am
For Families

Materials Play

Art-making for the early years!