The following events are coming up at the Mattapoisett Library.

Adult crafters and makers workshops

Learn to make artistic greeting cards for the holidays and beyond with artist Danielle Engwert on Wednesday, Nov. 19 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Fine folding and crafting will produce beautiful tree cards, with an option to learn other techniques.

Register for this free workshop by calling the library at 508-758-4171 or emailing mfpl@sailsinc.org. Space is limited, as all materials are being provided to participants.

Stop by the library to see some samples of these cards.

Adults and teens are invited to make snow globes containing pine trees and winter scenes on Sunday, Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. in the meeting room. Registration is required, as all materials will be provided.

November is National Novel Writing month
The library Writing Center is waiting for your novel. Drop by, sit down at the computer or grab a pad, and start on that novel. The writing area also has writing tips, free materials, and snacks. The national event is this month as well. Learn more about it at www.nanowrimo.org. The library’s Writer’s Group is sponsoring a mid-month celebration on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 6:30 p.m. Drop by and share stories and refreshments.

Young scientists club
All children are welcome to drop in to enjoy the science exploration table where they can create a bird feeder, enjoy a squirrel scavenger hunt and try other nature activities. A sensory bin is there for toddlers to dig in and enjoy as well.

Get through the holidays, gluten-free
The gluten-free group will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 17 and Wednesday, Dec. 9 at 6:30 p.m. to share recipes and planning. The holidays can be the ultimate challenge for dietary pitfalls for those who need to avoid gluten, but the meeting will have suggestions for attending parties and holiday dinners. Join the discussion and enjoy some samples. For more information about the group, visit www.TheGlutenFreeGroup.com.

The LEGO event is here
Saturday, Nov. 21 from 12 to 3 p.m., the library will become LEGO central. Try out the library’s new LEGO table, play LEGO games, see the LEGO coloring wall, and take a LEGO challenge. A photo booth will capture young builders and their creations. There are plenty of DUPLOS activities for younger fans. Meet other LEGO enthusiasts and enjoy the fun.

Holiday hours
The library will close at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 25 will remain closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 26 and 27 to celebrate Thanksgiving. The library will be open Saturday, Nov. 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 29, from 1 to 4 p.m.

Non-perishable donations wanted
The library is collecting non-perishable items for local food pantries and others in need. Collection boxes are in the library lobby. Collections containers for the YMCA N.O.W. (Nutrition on the Weekends) project for students at the Gomes School are in the adult reading room and the children’s room. The staff is also collecting like-new children’s books to share with families at risk for low literacy due to lack of reading material.

Knitting is happening
The library’s Knitting Group continues every Thursday from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Experienced and beginning knitters gather to share tips, patterns, and projects. Everyone is welcome.

MOBY backpacks
Explore the outdoors all year long with the whole family by checking out a MOBY backpack from the children’s department. The My Own BackYard creations are filled with equipment, activities and nature journals. Binoculars, tools, collection kits and more are included as well as books to answer questions about the seashore, invasive species, insects, wildflowers, rocks and fossils and other topics.

Chess Club
The Chess Club continues to meet on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. for children interested in learning the game or refining their skills. Chess coach Jim Kegle brings his skills and enjoyment of the game. Call the children’s department for more information. Participants are asked to bring a chess board if they have one.

The Hour of Code
Celebrate Computer Science Education Week with activities for the global Hour of Code. Students in kindergarten and older grades are encouraged to visit the library any time during the week of Dec. 8 through 14 to explore concepts in computer science. Use the computer apps on an iPad, make your own code with the decoding wheel and play coding games. Make a bracelet using binary code. Whether it’s high tech or low tech, everyone can participate.

The Holiday Stroll leads to the library
Children and their families are welcome to drop in on Saturday, Dec. 12 between 12 and 3 p.m. to make holiday ornaments at various stations throughout the children’s room. The Junior Friends of the Library will assist with the holiday fun.

Architectural sweets
Children are invited to build a candy house at the library on Saturday, Dec. 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Families are welcome to the library meeting room, where all the sweet supplies will be available.

A Child’s Christmas in Wales
The library will host a special holiday event on Sunday, Dec. 20 at 2 p.m. Award-winning actor Colin Lane will perform an adaptation of the classic Dylan Thomas poem “A Child’s Christmas in Wales” with festive music by Rebeeca Zaretsky.

This free 45-minute performance is part of The Purrington Series, sponsored by the Mattapoisett Library Trust. Seating is limited, so call 508-758-4171 to make a reservation.