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Saturday, June 112:00—3:00 PMManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
One Up Games!
One Up Games takes over the library! PlayStation! Xbox! Switch! LED mini-golf! Be here, people!2
Sunday, June 2Library Closed
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Monday, June 312:00—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, June 312:30—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 More4
Tuesday, June 411:00 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, June 47:00—8:00 PMZoom
AFS Host Family Info Session (Virtual)
AFS Intercultural Programs USA is an international youth exchange organization. Thier programs foster transformation that lasts a lifetime. Today’s exchange students are tomorrow’s changemakers: diplomats; thought leaders; influencers in the international business and non-profit communities.…Learn More
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Wednesday, June 59:45—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, June 510:30—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, June 51:00—3:00 PMManchester Library Front LawnManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Wicked Good Henna
For the youth (grades 6-12): Stop by to get a splash of sweet body decoration courtesy of library fave Mandy Roberge -- and grab some ice cream, too! No registration required for this one -- just come on by after early release!6
Thursday, June 610:30 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, June 67:00—8:30 PMZoom
Researching the History of Your House (Virtual)
You can research the history of your house whether it is 20 years old or 150 years old. Marian Pierre-Louis will introduce where to find the deeds to your house, how to chain a deed, and locating other sources of information such as the US Federal Census records.…Learn More7
Friday, June 73:00—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 More8
Saturday, June 82:30—3:30 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Celebrate You! Pride Storytime and Craft
Do you feel like a princess, a robot, or a baseball champ? Wear whatever outfit or costume that reflects the real you inside, and join Miss Audrey for a storytime and craft on June 8th from 2:30-3:30! For ages 5-8.9
Sunday, June 9Library Closed
Sunday, June 92:30—4:00 PMZoom
Art Across Asia: Expressions of Gender in Asian Art (Virtual)
Gender fluid and non-binary depictions have existed for thousands of years in Asian art. Explore works which support this belief in non-duality. Visit the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco virtually. Read with Pride this month and check out the Boston Public Library's We Are Pride 2024 book recommendations.…Learn More10
Monday, June 1012:00—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, June 1012:30—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, June 107:00—8:00 PMZoom
"Suffrage Song The Haunted History of Gender, Race and Voting Rights ..." (Virtual)
We hope you can join us for what is going to be a fascinating conversation with author Caitlin Cass on her book, "Suffrage Song: The Haunted History of Gender, Race and Voting Rights in the U. S. " Part graphic novel, part map of the suffrage movement, this book tells the story of the fight for the right to vote by women from the very beginning.…Learn More11
Tuesday, June 1111:00 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 More12
Wednesday, June 129:45—10:45 AMMasconomo Park Gazebo
Canceled - Tai Chi: The Longevity Tree
This session is canceled. Please join us again on June 26. 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.…Learn MoreWednesday, June 1210:30—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, June 126:30—7:30 PMZoom
LGBTQ+ Inclusion 101 (Virtual)
Knowledge can empower individuals to make cultural change. This program encourages individuals at all levels of understanding to learn about what it means to be LGBTQ+ and how to be stronger allies so our entire community feels welcome to be their authentic selves.…Learn More
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Thursday, June 1310:30 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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Sunday, June 16Library Closed
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Tuesday, June 1811:00 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, June 185:00—6:30 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Community Meeting: Friends of the Library
The Friends of the Manchester Public Library, run entirely by volunteers, is an active non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the Library’s collections and programs through membership, memorial gifts and book sales. Since their formation in 1960, the Friends have contributed furnishings and equipment, museum memberships, and many other services and resources.…Learn More19
Wednesday, June 19Library Closed
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Thursday, June 2010:30 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, June 204:00—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, June 206:30—7:30 PMZoom
Haunted Experiences: Canobie Lake Screeemfest with Supervisor of Design & Development (Virtual)
For six weekends, Canobie Lake Park Screeemfest (located in nearby Salem, NH) delivers family fun by day and a healthy dose of fear by night. You get TONS of rides, haunted houses, kid-friendly fun, live shows, roving monsters and much, much more. Join Michael Perron, Senior Supervisor of Screeemfest Design & Development, and Jeff DePaoli, host of "That Halloween Podcast", as they talk all about these fantastic haunted experiences right in our backyard!About Canobie Lake Screeemfest: Canobie Lake Park in Salem, New Hampshire, is New England's premier family amusement park with over 85 rides, games, live shows and attractions.…Learn More21
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Sunday, June 23Library Closed
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Monday, June 2412:00—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, June 2412:30—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 More25
Tuesday, June 2511:00 AM—12:00 PMOff Site: See Description For Details
CANCELED - Mindfulness Meditation
Today's session has been canceled. Please join us next week. 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, June 255:30—6:30 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Cookbook Club: "In Cod We Trust"
The Cookbook Club meets once a month to share recipes from a new cookbook off our library shelves. June's pick is In Cod We Trust: From Sea to Shore, the Celebrated Cuisine of Coastal Massachusetts by Heather Atwood. About the Book: "The Massachusetts seacoast is as varied as the coast of France.…Learn More26
Wednesday, June 269:45—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, June 2610:30—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, June 264:00—4:45 PMTeen LoftManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Graphic Novel Book Club
Join us as we talk about this month's pick, The First Cat Ate Pizza in Space by Mac Barnett and Shawn Harris! Kids in grades 4-7 are welcome.
Wednesday, June 266:00—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 : "My Government Means To Kill Me"
June's Diversity Matters book group's pick is "My Government Means To Kill Me" by Rasheed Newson.
About the Book: "A fierce and riveting queer coming-of-age story, following the personal and political awakening of a young gay Black man in 1980s NYC, from the television drama writer and producer of The Chi, Narcos, and Bel-Air Born into a wealthy Black Indianapolis family, Earl 'Trey' Singleton III leaves his overbearing parents and their expectations behind by running away to New York City with only a few dollars in his pocket.…Learn MoreWednesday, June 267:00—8:00 PMZoom
Q&A with author Lucy Gilmore: "The Library of Borrowed Hearts" (Virtual)
We all know the transformative power of books and how they can help us connect with those around us. We are so excited to welcome author Lucy Gilmore as she discusses her book The Library of Borrowed Hearts the follow-up to her wonderful The Lonely Hearts Book Club.…Learn More27
Thursday, June 2710:30 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, June 2712:30—2:00 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Community Meeting: MBTS Cultural Council
See https://www. manchester. ma. us/382/Cultural-Council for details. Thursday, June 272:00—3:00 PMManchester Library Side Front LawnManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
BenAnna Band Summer Reading Kickoff Concert!
Join us as we kickoff summer the right way: with a super fun concert! Come and rock out to the BenAnna Band at 2 pm on Thursday, June 27th. This concert is appropriate for children of all ages and their families.…Learn More
Thursday, June 277:00—8:00 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Travelogue: South Africa and Botswana
Essex locals, Mike and Sarah Dyer will be presenting their April 2023 trip to Africa, through gorgeous photography including Capetown, South Africa and safaris in Kwa Zulu Natal and some national parks of Botswana. Registration is required as space is limited.…Learn More28
Friday, June 2810:30—11:30 AMManchester 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
Mystery Book Group: "All the Sinners Bleed"
The Manchester Mystery Book Group meets on the last Friday of the month at 10:30AM. This June we are reading All the Sinners Bleed by S. A. Cosby. June's meeting will occur in the library's reading room and over Zoom. Email mwillwerth@manchesterpl.…Learn More29
Saturday, June 293:00—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 More30