MATTAPOISETT — The library will celebrate women's history month with a special look at Louisa May Alcott and her book, “Little Women.”  The library will host a series of events for children ages 6 to 14 on Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. Registration is required. 

Children’s Librarian Chris Matos  will come dressed as the famous author and answer questions about Alcott’s life on March 12. Crafts and snacks will be included.

The next week, on March 19 children can come and find out more about what it was like to live in 1860.  Attendees will play games, make toys and have some snacks.

On March 26, the library will have a tea time setting with light refreshments and tea. Participants should come dressed in their Sunday best.

The library will also host a Fiber Fun Group for children 8 and up to learn knitting and crochet on March 6 and 20 at 3:30 p.m.

The Quahog Reading Award Program will be for children grades 3 through 6 and run through April.

 If special accommodations are needed,  contact the library at 508-758-4171 for assistance. For more information on upcoming children’s programs,  visit www.mattapoisettlibrary.org/childrens.