
Past Events
Better late than never! Browse The Carle’s past events.
Wed
Apr
27
Online, Workshops
Whole Book Approach (2 sessions)
PROGRAM IS FULL (Two sessions) Discover the difference between reading with children and reading to children in this interactive workshop.
Sat
Apr
23
Artists & Authors, Talks & Tours
The Barbara Elleman Research Library (BERL) Lecture: Wendell Minor
Join us as award-winning artist Wendell Minor reflects on his five decades in the publishing world.
Sat
Apr
2
Artists & Authors, For Families
Special Storytime: Nadia Salomon
Join author Nadia Salomon as she shares her debut book Goodnight Ganesha.
Fri
Apr
1
For Families
Word Play with The Center Dance Studio
Join us for creative movement inspired by picture books. Bring your imagination and your dancing feet!
Sun
Mar
27
Performances
Partner Event at the UMass Fine Arts Center: Small Island Big Song
Join our friends at the UMASS Fine Arts Center for this co-sponsored performance.
Sat
Mar
26
Artists & Authors, Talks & Tours
The Undefeated: A Conversation with Kadir Nelson
(SOLD OUT) Join us for a special event just for Museum Members!
Sun
Mar
20
For Families
Very Hungry Caterpillar Day
Join us as we celebrate Very Hungry Caterpillar Day and the start of spring!
Fri
Mar
18
For Families
Braille Storytime with Mary Westgate
Join us for this interactive storytime featuring singing, musical instruments, and braille books!
Thu
Mar
17
Artists & Authors, Online, Talks & Tours
Book Share with Julie Flett, Nooshin Safakhoo, and Sara Khalili
Artists Julie Flett and Nooshin Safakhoo and translator Sara Khalili come together to share their work and process.
Tue
Mar
15
For Families, Online
Storytime with The Carle: The Old Boat
Join us on Facebook Live for a storytime about a boy, a boat, and the changing sea.
Sat
Mar
12
For Families
Mandarin & English Bilingual Storytime
Join us for this bilingual storytime in Mandarin and English.
Fri
Mar
4
For Families
Word Play with The Center Dance Studio
Join us for creative movement inspired by picture books. Bring your imagination and your dancing feet!
Tue
Mar
1
Online, Workshops
Exploring Race & Representation in Picture Books (2 sessions)
(Workshop is full) Learn how to select picture books that reflect the lives and identities of all readers, and discover tools for building a more inclusive book collection.
Feb
24
thru
27
For Families
First Book Friendiversary
Families visiting during School Vacation Week will receive a FREE Elephant & Piggie book while supplies last!
Tue
Feb
22
For Families, Online, Workshops
Art Break: Watercolor Resist Drawings
Create your own watercolor resist drawing using fun techniques!
Mon
Feb
21
For Families, Online, Workshops
Art Break: Zine Making
Create your own zine using only one sheet of paper, scissors, and drawing tools!
Fri
Feb
18
For Families
Braille Storytime with Mary Westgate
Join us for this interactive storytime featuring singing, musical instruments, and braille books!
Thu
Feb
17
Artists & Authors, Online, Talks & Tours
Educators' Night with Raúl Colón
Join us as award-winning illustrator Raúl Colón discusses how daydreaming can support one’s creative process.
Thu
Jan
27
Artists & Authors, Online, Talks & Tours
Virtual Gallery Talk with Caleb Neelon
A virtual tour of The Carle’s special exhibition, I Could Do That! The Picture Book Art of Ed Emberley.