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Friday, December 13:00—4:00 PMManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Digital Advice Drop-In
Increase your comfort level with technology or try out a digital service you have always wanted to try.
Need someone to walk you through setting up the Libby app to use our ebooks and digital audiobooks? Want to back up the photos on your phone? Want to try out some of the technology we have to loan here at the library? Like a wifi hotspot, laptop, or Cricut crafting machine?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn MoreFriday, December 14:00—8:00 PMOff Site: See Description For Details
Friends of the Library: Holiday Book Fair (Offsite)
At the FPC Community Hall located behind Santander Bank. Join the Friends of the Manchester Public Library to peruse the hottest new book titles from the Beverly Farms Bookstore! Adults and children's books, stocking stuffers, wrapping paper, cards, and more! 20% of sales will support the Friends of the Manchester Library.…Learn More2
Saturday, December 210:30—11:30 AMOff Site: See Description For Details
Lindsay and Her Puppet Pals
Join wonderful puppet artist Lindsay for a holiday puppet show! This event will be held at FPC Parish Hall (Located behind Santander Bank) and is for children of all ages and their families. A great way to kick off the holiday season! For more info on the Christmas by the sea festivities visit capeannma.…Learn More3
Sunday, December 31:00—2:30 PMManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Manchester Library Meet & Greet
You are invited you to stop into the library for some holiday cheer and to meet the new Library Director and Library Board of Trustees. This event is a part of Cape Ann Chamber's Christmas by the Sea Festivities. For more info on all the events happening this weekend visit capeannma.…Learn More4
Monday, December 4All DayReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Art Exhibit: From Darkness -- Color - Works By Allison Moir-Smith
From Darkness -- Color
Paintings by Allison Moir-Smith
Concussion Recovery Art
On Display From November 6 - December 4 during normal library hours. “From Darkness -- Color" is a collection of acrylic paintings celebrating a return to life and learning after a prolonged concussion recovery.…Learn MoreMonday, December 411:00—11:20 AMManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Digital Advice
Increase your comfort level with technology or try out a digital service you have always wanted to try.
Need someone to walk you through setting up the Libby app to use our ebooks and digital audiobooks? Want to back up the photos on your phone? Want to try out some of the technology we have to loan here at the library? Like a wifi hotspot, laptop, or ipad?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn MoreMonday, December 411:30—11:50 AMManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Digital Advice
Increase your comfort level with technology or try out a digital service you have always wanted to try.
Need someone to walk you through setting up the Libby app to use our ebooks and digital audiobooks? Want to back up the photos on your phone? Want to try out some of the technology we have to loan here at the library? Like a wifi hotspot, laptop, or ipad?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn MoreMonday, December 412:00—12:20 PMManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Digital Advice
Increase your comfort level with technology or try out a digital service you have always wanted to try.
Need someone to walk you through setting up the Libby app to use our ebooks and digital audiobooks? Want to back up the photos on your phone? Want to try out some of the technology we have to loan here at the library? Like a wifi hotspot, laptop, or ipad?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn MoreMonday, December 412:30—12:50 PMManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Digital Advice
Increase your comfort level with technology or try out a digital service you have always wanted to try.
Need someone to walk you through setting up the Libby app to use our ebooks and digital audiobooks? Want to back up the photos on your phone? Want to try out some of the technology we have to loan here at the library? Like a wifi hotspot, laptop, or ipad?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn More5
Tuesday, December 510:30—11:30 AMChildren's RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Early Childhood Partners CFCE's Drop in Playgroup!
Please join Ms. Paige for a new weekly playgroup! Make new friends! Explore toys and educational materials! Enjoy a themed story time, songs and movement activities! Designed for children ages 2-5 and their adult.Tuesday, December 511:00 AM—12:00 PMManchester Community Center40 Beach Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Mindfulness Meditation
Meditation happens weekly at 11AM at the Manchester Community Center(except for October 31). Alida Bryant is a Dharma Leader and meditation instructor under the guidance of Anam Thubten Rinpoche. She has been meditating for over 30 years (still very much a beginner!) and studying and practicing with lineage holders in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 54:00—5:00 PMReading RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Hearthside Book Group: "The Art Thief"
On Tuesday, December 5 join us in person at the library or on ZOOM to discuss "The Art Thief" by Michael Finkel.
"The true story of the world's most prolific art thief--a spellbinding portrait of obsession and flawed genius, from the bestselling author of The Stranger in the Woods
For centuries, works of art have been stolen in countless ways from all over the world, but no one has been quite as successful at it as the master thief Stéphane Breitwieser.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 57:00—8:00 PMZoom
Baking Demo and Discussion with Chef Erin Jeanne McDowell (Virtual)
Who doesn't like a bit of holiday baking? We are so pleased to welcome Chef and Cookbook Author Erin Jeanne McDowell to our virtual stage! Erin will demonstrate how to make one of her favorite recipes and then will have some time to chat with attendees about all of our "burning" questions :).…Learn More6
Wednesday, December 69:45—10:45 AMManchester Library Side Front LawnManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Manchester Community Center40 Beach Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Tai Chi Class
Manchester local Susan Halpern will continue her weekly Tai Chi class for ages 18 and older from 9:45 -10:45 AM on Wednesdays. The class will focus on the Sun style which employs a more upright stance with small arm movements and short steps. The forms demand attention and stimulate good balance, attention, and stress reduction.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 610:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Fall and Winter Storytime
Join Miss Audrey for storytime for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers! We'll share books, songs, and games. Join us every Wednesday starting October 11th at 10:30 am. This program runs through to December.7
Thursday, December 710:30 AM—12:15 PMZoom
Shut Up and Write!
Join a community of writers and artists who just want to write (part of a larger community you can explore at https://shutupwrite.com). No need to share, no need to critique or be critiqued. Just write in the company of other writers. To join the group any time, email c.maile.black@gmail.com
Thursday, December 75:30—7:00 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Canceled - Dementia Friends Presentation and Discussion
Unfortunately, this event has been postponed due to low signups. If you are looking to get connected to resources please reach out to the presenter, Abby Considine at abby. considine@seniorcareinc. org. So sorry to cancel and we will advertise when we have rescheduled.…Learn More8
Friday, December 83:00—4:00 PMManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Digital Advice Drop-In
Increase your comfort level with technology or try out a digital service you have always wanted to try.
Need someone to walk you through setting up the Libby app to use our ebooks and digital audiobooks? Want to back up the photos on your phone? Want to try out some of the technology we have to loan here at the library? Like a wifi hotspot, laptop, or Cricut crafting machine?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn More9
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Sunday, December 102:30—4:00 PMZoom
Art Across Asia: When the Tiger Smoked a Pipe: The Art of Korea
Join us on Zoom by registering below for When the Tiger Smoked a Pipe: The Art of Korea with Ginny Meyer. Korean stories of long ago begin “When the tiger smoked a pipe…” Explore the varied and fascinating art that Koreans have produced for thousands of years.…Learn More11
Monday, December 1112:00—1:30 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Community Meeting: MBTS Cultural Council
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Tuesday, December 1211:00 AM—12:00 PMManchester Community Center40 Beach Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Mindfulness Meditation
Meditation happens weekly at 11AM at the Manchester Community Center(except for October 31). Alida Bryant is a Dharma Leader and meditation instructor under the guidance of Anam Thubten Rinpoche. She has been meditating for over 30 years (still very much a beginner!) and studying and practicing with lineage holders in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 122:00—3:00 PMZoom
Virtual Gallery Talk with the Addison Gallery (Virtual)
Curators Gordon Wilkins and Rachel Vogel will lead participants on a virtual tour through the works and themes presented in the exhibition Free Association: New Acquisitions in Context.
This exhibition demonstrates how recently acquired works complement the Addison’s current holdings, drawing out new narratives, juxtapositions, and conversations across time and media.…Learn More
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Wednesday, December 1310:30—11:15 AMChildren's RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Fall and Winter Storytime
Join Miss Audrey for storytime for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers! We'll share books, songs, and games. Join us every Wednesday starting October 11th at 10:30 am. This program runs through to December.14
Thursday, December 1410:30 AM—12:15 PMZoom
Shut Up and Write!
Join a community of writers and artists who just want to write (part of a larger community you can explore at https://shutupwrite.com). No need to share, no need to critique or be critiqued. Just write in the company of other writers. To join the group any time, email c.maile.black@gmail.com
Thursday, December 145:30—6:30 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Build your own graham cracker gingerbread house!
Families with children ages five and up are invited to the library to come make their own gingerbread house out of graham crackers. Design your own candy wonderland! Registration is required.15
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Saturday, December 1610:00—11:00 AMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Early Childhood Partners CFCE's presents Seaside Saturday!
Please join us for a winter themed story time and craft! Designed for children ages 0-6 and their adult.
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Monday, December 1811:00—11:20 AMManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Digital Advice
Increase your comfort level with technology or try out a digital service you have always wanted to try.
Need someone to walk you through setting up the Libby app to use our ebooks and digital audiobooks? Want to back up the photos on your phone? Want to try out some of the technology we have to loan here at the library? Like a wifi hotspot, laptop, or ipad?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn MoreMonday, December 1811:30—11:50 AMManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Digital Advice
Increase your comfort level with technology or try out a digital service you have always wanted to try.
Need someone to walk you through setting up the Libby app to use our ebooks and digital audiobooks? Want to back up the photos on your phone? Want to try out some of the technology we have to loan here at the library? Like a wifi hotspot, laptop, or ipad?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn MoreMonday, December 1812:00—12:20 PMManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Digital Advice
Increase your comfort level with technology or try out a digital service you have always wanted to try.
Need someone to walk you through setting up the Libby app to use our ebooks and digital audiobooks? Want to back up the photos on your phone? Want to try out some of the technology we have to loan here at the library? Like a wifi hotspot, laptop, or ipad?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn MoreMonday, December 1812:30—12:50 PMManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Digital Advice
Increase your comfort level with technology or try out a digital service you have always wanted to try.
Need someone to walk you through setting up the Libby app to use our ebooks and digital audiobooks? Want to back up the photos on your phone? Want to try out some of the technology we have to loan here at the library? Like a wifi hotspot, laptop, or ipad?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn MoreMonday, December 183:00—4:00 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Made by Hand: Pom Pom Garlands
Join us in the Reference Room to create your own pom pom garlands for your festive decorations. No registration or experience needed. Come enjoy some tea and crafting with your community.
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Tuesday, December 1911:00 AM—12:00 PMManchester Community Center40 Beach Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Mindfulness Meditation
Meditation happens weekly at 11AM at the Manchester Community Center(except for October 31). Alida Bryant is a Dharma Leader and meditation instructor under the guidance of Anam Thubten Rinpoche. She has been meditating for over 30 years (still very much a beginner!) and studying and practicing with lineage holders in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 195:30—6:30 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Diversity Matters Book Group : “Another Country"
December and January's Diversity Matters book group will be reading Another Country by James Baldwin. Another Country is split into three books. We will be reading book one in December and books 2 and 3 in January. About the Book: "From one of the most important American novelists of the twentieth century—a novel of sexual, racial, political, artistic passions, set in Greenwich Village, Harlem, and France.…Learn More20
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Thursday, December 2110:30 AM—12:15 PMZoom
Shut Up and Write!
Join a community of writers and artists who just want to write (part of a larger community you can explore at https://shutupwrite.com). No need to share, no need to critique or be critiqued. Just write in the company of other writers. To join the group any time, email c.maile.black@gmail.com
Thursday, December 215:30—6:15 PMManchester Library Front LawnManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Manchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Cookbook Club: "My Vermont Table"
The Cookbook Club meets once a month to share recipes from a new cookbook off our library shelves. December's pick is My Vermont Table : Recipes for All (Six) Seasons by Gesine Bullock-Prado. About the author: Gesine Bullock-Prado runs a baking school called Sugar Glider Kitchen.…Learn More22
Friday, December 223:00—4:00 PMManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Digital Advice Drop-In
Increase your comfort level with technology or try out a digital service you have always wanted to try.
Need someone to walk you through setting up the Libby app to use our ebooks and digital audiobooks? Want to back up the photos on your phone? Want to try out some of the technology we have to loan here at the library? Like a wifi hotspot, laptop, or Cricut crafting machine?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn More23
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Sunday, December 24Library Closed
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Monday, December 25Library Closed
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Tuesday, December 2611:00 AM—12:00 PMManchester Community Center40 Beach Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Mindfulness Meditation
Meditation happens weekly at 11AM at the Manchester Community Center(except for October 31). Alida Bryant is a Dharma Leader and meditation instructor under the guidance of Anam Thubten Rinpoche. She has been meditating for over 30 years (still very much a beginner!) and studying and practicing with lineage holders in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition.…Learn More27
Wednesday, December 272:00—3:00 PMOff Site: See Description For Details
Concert: Sean Fullerton Performs "Acoustic Memories"
The library is bringing musician Sean Fullerton to the Crowell Chapel for an afternoon concert. Escape the post holiday doldrums and enjoy Sean playing blues, rock, folk and more. The Crowell Chapel is located at 4 Rosedale Ave in Manchester and parking available on the street.…Learn More28
Thursday, December 2810:30 AM—12:15 PMZoom
Shut Up and Write!
Join a community of writers and artists who just want to write (part of a larger community you can explore at https://shutupwrite.com). No need to share, no need to critique or be critiqued. Just write in the company of other writers. To join the group any time, email c.maile.black@gmail.com
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Friday, December 2910:30—11:30 AMReading RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Mystery Book Group: "Past Reason Hated"
The Manchester Mystery Book Group meets on the last Friday of the month at 10:30AM. December's meeting will occur in the library's reading room. Email mwillwerth@manchesterpl. org with any questions or to get connected with the group. We will discuss "Past Reason Hated" by Peter Robinson.…Learn More30
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