Read. Think. Engage. Learn.
Learning doesn’t stop when one becomes an adult. We keep changing and growing, discovering new areas we’d like to study. Adult learners often learn for the love of it, not for the attainment of a degree or certificate. The Lifelong Learning @ GPL program seeks to bring together people who: 1) like to share what they know with others, and 2) like to learn new things together.

The group leaders of the program are experts who plan and facilitate short seminars. Participation is limited to promote active involvement and discussion. It is hoped that participants can attend most, if not all, of the classes in a series.

Individuals may sign up for these programs online using the Calendar or by calling the library. Signup is handled on a first come, first served basis.

All materials and activities in Lifelong Learning are free of charge to participants. Books, films, and readings are available for check-out at the library.

Made possible with the support of the Groton Public Library Endowment Trust.

  • Gelli Printing Lab with Kimberly Stoney

    The Gelli Printing Lab is a monthly gathering specifically designed to foster creativity and collaboration. Each month a unique project is introduced, guiding participants as they explore and experiment with Gelli printing techniques. Whether a seasoned printer or just starting out, all are invited to join for an evening of innovation and creative expression!

    This group facilitated by artist and designer Kimberly Stoney.

    Participants should bring an apron. Everything else will be provided!

    Meets one Saturday and one Sunday per month, usually from 1:30-4:30 pm. Please select ONE meeting per month due to the popularity of this program.

    September 13 & 14, 2025

    October 11 & 12, 2025

    November 1 & 2, 2025

    December 13 & 14, 2025

    Made possible by the Groton Public Library Endowment Trust.

  • Shakespeare Read Aloud Circle

    Read Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors within a small group using a laid back Read Aloud Circle format. The group will read the modern translation found in No Fear Shakespeare as the goal is to learn the story, not to fully decode the old English text. Participants who wish to just listen and not read aloud may do so. No theater or Shakespeare experience necessary! Just a willingness to engage in reading aloud and discussing with peers. Everyone will be given their own copy of the play at no charge. The class will meet one evening per week for five weeks. Teens and adults are welcome!

  • Spanish Conversation Group (year-round)

    Venga y practica su espanol!

    Group leader, Veronica Mazzu, is a native Spanish speaker from Chile and a public school Spanish teacher in Southborough. The Spanish Conversation Group meets twice monthly on Tuesdays (usually the first and third), 7:00 - 8:00pm. Runs year round.



    Sept. 2 & 16, 2025

    Oct. 7 & 21, 2025

    Nov. 4 & 18, 2025

    This group meets via Zoom. Please check the Calendar for individual dates and details.

    Generously supported by the Groton Public Library Endowment Trust.

  • Great Decisions

    For the past several years, the library has participated in America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book and meeting in a weekly discussion group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today. The Foreign Policy Associations' Annual Briefing Book comes out each January and are provided to participants thanks to the generosity of the GPL Endowment Trust.

    The next Library Great Decisions Discussion Series will begin in Spring 2026.

Adults