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Monday, July 112:00—12:20 PMReference RoomManchester-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 or Cricut-a computer controlled cutting machine?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn MoreMonday, July 112:30—12:50 PMReference RoomManchester-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 or Cricut-a computer controlled cutting machine?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn More2
Tuesday, July 211:00 AM—12:00 PMOff Site: See Description For Details
Mindfulness Meditation
Meditation happens weekly at 11AM in the meeting room at the First Parish Church Meeting Room, behind Santander Bank through the FPC office door and take a left. Alida Bryant is a Dharma Leader and meditation instructor under the guidance of Anam Thubten Rinpoche.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 24:00—5:00 PMReading RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Hearthside Book Group: "Small Mercies"
On Tuesday, July 2nd join us at 4:00 PM in person at the library or on ZOOM to discuss Small Mercies A Novel by Dennis Lehane.
"The acclaimed New York Times bestselling writer returns with a masterpiece to rival Mystic River—an all-consuming tale of revenge, family love, festering hate, and insidious power, set against one of the most tumultuous episodes in Boston’s history.…Learn More3
Wednesday, July 39:45—10:45 AMMasconomo Park Gazebo
Tai Chi: The Longevity Tree
Manchester local Susan Halpern will be teaching Tai Chi in the park on Wednesdays throughout the summer. The group is in the middle of working through the form and are inviting interested people to join them midway. Longevity Tree is part of the internal arts known in China as Qi gong.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 310:30—11:15 AMManchester Library Front LawnManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Summer Storytime
Join Miss Audrey for Summer Storytime every Wednesday at 10:30! This program is for ages 0-3 and runs until September.Wednesday, July 31:00—5:00 PMManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
CLOSING EARLY AT 1PM
The library will close early at 1PM for the July 4th holiday. We will re-open at 10AM on Wednesday, July 5th and as always our digital resources are available 24/7 at manchesterpl. org/resources/all-resources/
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Thursday, July 4Library Closed
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Friday, July 53:00—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, telescope, or Cricut crafting machine?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn More6
Saturday, July 6Library Closed
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Sunday, July 7Library Closed
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Monday, July 812:00—12:20 PMReference RoomManchester-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 or Cricut-a computer controlled cutting machine?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn MoreMonday, July 812:30—12:50 PMReference RoomManchester-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 or Cricut-a computer controlled cutting machine?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn MoreMonday, July 87:00—9:00 PMZoom
Dungeons and Dragons for Adults (Virtual)
Have you ever wanted to try playing Dungeons and Dragons and don't know where to start? Or maybe you've played before but don't have a regular group? Whatever your level of experience come join us for a one-shot adventure! Hamilton Wenham's Reference and Technology Librarian - Lindley will be your Game Master for this two hour session.…Learn More9
Tuesday, July 911:00 AM—12:00 PMOff Site: See Description For Details
Mindfulness Meditation
Meditation happens weekly at 11AM in the meeting room at the First Parish Church Meeting Room, behind Santander Bank through the FPC office door and take a left. Alida Bryant is a Dharma Leader and meditation instructor under the guidance of Anam Thubten Rinpoche.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 97:00—8:00 PMZoom
Author D. Tripp Discusses "Jackie" Book About Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis (Virtual)
Bestselling author Dawn Tripp will discuss her new novel about Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Jackie. Jackie is the story of a woman—deeply private with a nuanced, formidable intellect—who forged a legacy out of grief and shaped history even as she was living it.…Learn More10
Wednesday, July 109:45—10:45 AMMasconomo Park Gazebo
Tai Chi: The Longevity Tree
Manchester local Susan Halpern will be teaching Tai Chi in the park on Wednesdays throughout the summer. The group is in the middle of working through the form and are inviting interested people to join them midway. Longevity Tree is part of the internal arts known in China as Qi gong.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 1010:30—11:15 AMManchester Library Front LawnManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Summer Storytime
Join Miss Audrey for Summer Storytime every Wednesday at 10:30! This program is for ages 0-3 and runs until September.11
Thursday, July 1110:30 AM—12:45 PMZoom
Shut Up and Write! (Virtual)
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 mwillwerth@manchesterpl.org
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Friday, July 123:00—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, telescope, or Cricut crafting machine?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn More13
Saturday, July 13Library Closed
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Sunday, July 14Library Closed
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Monday, July 1512:00—12:20 PMReference RoomManchester-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 or Cricut-a computer controlled cutting machine?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn MoreMonday, July 1512:30—12:50 PMReference RoomManchester-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 or Cricut-a computer controlled cutting machine?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn More16
Tuesday, July 165:30—6:30 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Made By Hand: Dried Flower Bookmarks
Join us in the Reference Room every month for a new adult craft activity. This month we will be making laminated dried flower bookmarks! No registration or experience needed. Come enjoy some tea and crafting with your community.
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Wednesday, July 179:45—10:45 AMMasconomo Park Gazebo
Tai Chi: The Longevity Tree
Manchester local Susan Halpern will be teaching Tai Chi in the park on Wednesdays throughout the summer. The group is in the middle of working through the form and are inviting interested people to join them midway. Longevity Tree is part of the internal arts known in China as Qi gong.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 1710:30—11:15 AMManchester Library Front LawnManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Summer Storytime
Join Miss Audrey for Summer Storytime every Wednesday at 10:30! This program is for ages 0-3 and runs until September.Wednesday, July 173:00—4:00 PMManchester Library Side Front LawnManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Summer Art and Sensory
Art & Sensory encourages students to explore their creativity through the fun of using many different art materials. The projects are always step by step, hands on to encourage sensory guidance/fine motor skills and to help create individual masterpieces! Come get messy with us this summer! For grades preschool through grade five.
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Thursday, July 1810:30 AM—12:45 PMZoom
Shut Up and Write! (Virtual)
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 mwillwerth@manchesterpl.org
Thursday, July 184:00—6:00 PMManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Community Game Night
Come on by with your game face on! Drop In. All ages welcome! Snacks provided. Registration is requested but not required. Games available to learn and playSorry OutfoxedUnoCribbageChessThursday, July 186:30—7:30 PMZoom
Haunted Experiences with DePaoli: Knott's Scary Farm with Show Writer, Jeff Tucker (Virtual)
Knott’s Scary Farm is the longest-running and most haunting Halloween theme park event in Southern California. With over 50 years of nightmares, unimaginable scares and innovative thrills, Knott’s Scary Farm has left no tomb unearthed, no crypt un-rattled and no fear untouched.…Learn More19
Friday, July 1911:00 AM—12:30 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Zoom
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. This is a hybrid meeting and may be attended in person at the Library, or through Zoom.
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Saturday, July 20Library Closed
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Sunday, July 21Library Closed
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Monday, July 2212:00—12:20 PMReference RoomManchester-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 or Cricut-a computer controlled cutting machine?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn MoreMonday, July 2212:30—12:50 PMReference RoomManchester-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 or Cricut-a computer controlled cutting machine?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn MoreMonday, July 227:00—9:00 PMZoom
Dungeons and Dragons for Adults (Virtual)
Have you ever wanted to try playing Dungeons and Dragons and don't know where to start? Or maybe you've played before but don't have a regular group? Whatever your level of experience come join us for a one-shot adventure! MBTS's Head of Adult and Reference Services - Maddy will be your Game Master for this two hour session.…Learn More23
Tuesday, July 2311:00 AM—12:00 PMOff Site: See Description For Details
Mindfulness Meditation
Meditation happens weekly at 11AM in the meeting room at the First Parish Church Meeting Room, behind Santander Bank through the FPC office door and take a left. Alida Bryant is a Dharma Leader and meditation instructor under the guidance of Anam Thubten Rinpoche.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 235:30—6:30 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Cookbook Club: "Zaytinya"
The Cookbook Club meets once a month to share recipes from a cookbook off our library shelves. July's pick is Zaytinya : delicious Mediterranean dishes from Greece, Turkey, and Lebanon by José Andrés with Michael Costa. About the Book: "Since Chef José Andrés opened the doors to his restaurant Zaytinya twenty years ago, food lovers have savored his creative adaptations of the classic dishes of Greece, Turkey, and Lebanon.…Learn More24
Wednesday, July 249:45—10:45 AMMasconomo Park Gazebo
Tai Chi: The Longevity Tree
Manchester local Susan Halpern will be teaching Tai Chi in the park on Wednesdays throughout the summer. The group is in the middle of working through the form and are inviting interested people to join them midway. Longevity Tree is part of the internal arts known in China as Qi gong.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 2410:30—11:15 AMManchester Library Front LawnManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Summer Storytime
Join Miss Audrey for Summer Storytime every Wednesday at 10:30! This program is for ages 0-3 and runs until September.Wednesday, July 243:00—4:00 PMManchester Library Side Front LawnManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Summer Art and Sensory
Art & Sensory encourages students to explore their creativity through the fun of using many different art materials. The projects are always step by step, hands on to encourage sensory guidance/fine motor skills and to help create individual masterpieces! Come get messy with us this summer! For grades preschool through grade five.
Wednesday, July 244:00—4:45 PMTeen LoftManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Graphic Novel Club
Join us as we read and discuss great graphic novels, snack and activity included! This program is for grades 4-7.25
Thursday, July 2510:30 AM—12:45 PMZoom
Shut Up and Write! (Virtual)
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 mwillwerth@manchesterpl.org
Thursday, July 252:00—3:00 PMManchester Library Main Front LawnManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Arthropod Petting Zoo
Kids learn all about Arthropods, the most diverse group of animal life on the planet, during this exciting show-and-tell-and-touch program from Professor Bugman!! This program is perfect for adventurous kids ages 3-11. Join us on July 25th at 2 pm.
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Friday, July 2610:30—11:30 AMReading RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Mystery Book Group: "The River We Remember"
The Manchester Mystery Book Group meets on the last Friday of the month at 10:30AM. This July we are reading The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger. July's meeting will occur in person the library's reference Room. Email mwillwerth@manchesterpl.…Learn More27
Saturday, July 27Library Closed
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Sunday, July 28Library Closed
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Monday, July 29All DayReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Shipwreck Escape Room
All week we are challenging you to escape from a ship wreck at the Manchester by the Sea public library. While the library is open you and your team of up to 6 can solve puzzles and find clues to see if you can escape in time. Can you escape in 15 minutes?This event is for all ages.…Learn MoreMonday, July 2912:00—12:20 PMReference RoomManchester-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 or Cricut-a computer controlled cutting machine?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn MoreMonday, July 2912:30—12:50 PMReference RoomManchester-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 or Cricut-a computer controlled cutting machine?
We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues.…Learn More30
Monday, July 29All DayReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Shipwreck Escape Room
All week we are challenging you to escape from a ship wreck at the Manchester by the Sea public library. While the library is open you and your team of up to 6 can solve puzzles and find clues to see if you can escape in time. Can you escape in 15 minutes?This event is for all ages.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 3011:00 AM—12:00 PMOff Site: See Description For Details
Mindfulness Meditation
Meditation happens weekly at 11AM in the meeting room at the First Parish Church Meeting Room, behind Santander Bank through the FPC office door and take a left. Alida Bryant is a Dharma Leader and meditation instructor under the guidance of Anam Thubten Rinpoche.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 306:00—7:00 PMManchester Library Front LawnManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Reading RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Diversity Matters Book Group : "Malcolm X : A Life of Reinvention"
July and August's Diversity Matters book group's pick is "Malcolm X : A Life of Reinvention " by Manning Marable. We will be reading the 1st 300 pages for July and the last 300+ for August 27. Please join wherever you are in your reading. This event is a hybrid event and you can attend via Zoom or in-person.…Learn More31
Monday, July 29All DayReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Shipwreck Escape Room
All week we are challenging you to escape from a ship wreck at the Manchester by the Sea public library. While the library is open you and your team of up to 6 can solve puzzles and find clues to see if you can escape in time. Can you escape in 15 minutes?This event is for all ages.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 319:45—10:45 AMMasconomo Park Gazebo
Tai Chi: The Longevity Tree
Manchester local Susan Halpern will be teaching Tai Chi in the park on Wednesdays throughout the summer. The group is in the middle of working through the form and are inviting interested people to join them midway. Longevity Tree is part of the internal arts known in China as Qi gong.…Learn MoreWednesday, July 3110:30—11:15 AMManchester Library Front LawnManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Summer Storytime
Join Miss Audrey for Summer Storytime every Wednesday at 10:30! This program is for ages 0-3 and runs until September.Wednesday, July 313:00—4:00 PMManchester Library Side Front LawnManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Summer Art and Sensory
Art & Sensory encourages students to explore their creativity through the fun of using many different art materials. The projects are always step by step, hands on to encourage sensory guidance/fine motor skills and to help create individual masterpieces! Come get messy with us this summer! For grades preschool through grade five.