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Thursday, May 210:30 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, May 33:00—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 More4
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Sunday, May 5Library Closed
Sunday, May 52:30—4:00 PMZoom
Art Across Asia: Glorious Civilizations: An Exploration of Southeast Asia (Virtual)
May 5 @ 2:30 pm (one week early due to Mother’s Day)
Ten countries, numerous cultures, thousands of years. Explore the varied and intriguing art of Southeast Asia as reflected in the religious and secular art of this fascinating region. Visit the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco virtually.…Learn More6
Monday, May 612:00—12:20 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Canceled-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, May 612:30—12:50 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Canceled-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 More7
Tuesday, May 711:00 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, May 74:00—5:00 PMReading RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Hearthside Book Group: "The First Ladies"
On Tuesday, May 7th join us at 4:00 PM in person at the library or on ZOOM to discuss "The First Ladies" by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. "A novel about the extraordinary partnership between First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and civil rights activist Mary McLeod Bethune—an unlikely friendship that changed the world, from the New York Times bestselling authors of the Good Morning America Book Club pick "The Personal Librarian.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 75:30—6:30 PMTeen LoftManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
TAB (Teen Advisory Board)
Meeting time is changed for May only from the usual second Tuesday of the month.8
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Thursday, May 910:30 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, May 97:00—8:00 PMZoom
Coexisting with Coyotes in Suburban Communities (Virtual)
Eastern coyotes are found in nearly every town and city in Massachusetts, and they can thrive close to humans in a variety of habitats.
Join this webinar to learn about eastern coyote biology, how coyotes use suburban areas, and how communities like Andover can take effective steps to coexist with coyotes.…Learn More10
Friday, May 103:00—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 MoreFriday, May 103:45—4:45 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
STEM Club
How would you like to be the chief engineer for an important NASA mission? In this activity, you get to design the latest and greatest satellite. Your satellite could help study things happening on Earth, take pictures of planets in our solar system, keep an eye on our sun, or even find planets elsewhere in the universe! For grades 3-6.11
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Sunday, May 12Library Closed
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Monday, May 1312:00—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, May 1312:30—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 More14
Tuesday, May 1411:00 AM—12:00 PMOff Site: See Description For Details
Canceled: Mindfulness Meditation
This session has been canceld. 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, May 145:30—6:30 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
MBTS READS 2024: Create A Reflective Moon and Stars Mobiles (Adult Craft Activity)
Celebrate Manchester Reads 2024 with this celestial craft! Join us in the Reference Room every month for a new adult craft activity. This month we will be using old CDs to create reflective mobiles or wall hangings depecting the moon and stars! No registration or experience needed.…Learn More15
Wednesday, May 153:45—4:45 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
After School Lego Club
Drop in from 3:45-4:45 to make your own Lego creation! This program is for kids in grades 2 and up.16
Thursday, May 1610:30 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, May 165:30—6:30 PMCrowell Chapel4 Rosedale Ave, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
MBTS Cultural Council Presents: Ron Skates, Former CEO of Data General
The Manchester-by-the-Sea Cultural Council in partnership with the MBTS Public Library are excited to host a distinguished speakers lecture series this winter and spring. For our last session we will be hosting Ron Skates, the former CEO of Data General who will be speaking about artificial intelligence.…Learn More
Thursday, May 166:30—7:30 PMZoom
Haunted Experiences: Midsummer Scream with Co-Founder, D. Markland Virtual)
Who doesn't love a great convention? Midsummer Scream is the world's largest Halloween and Horror Convention, often described as Southern California's kick-off of the Halloween season. Join David Markland, Executive Director & Co-Founder of Midsummer Scream, and Jeff DePaoli, host of "That Halloween Podcast", as they talk all about these fantastic haunted experiences around the country!About Midsummer Scream: The event features previews from local haunted attractions and Halloween events of their fall plans, celebrity guests from the worlds of spooky and horror film, TV, and video games, hundreds of vendors to shop from, and live entertainment across multiple stages, and the Hall of Shadows: a massive hall filled with haunted walk-thrus and displays set up just for the weekend, showcasing the talents of SoCal's best pro and home haunters.…Learn More17
Friday, May 1711:00 AM—12:30 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Community Meeting: Library Trustee Meeting
For Agenda and Zoom link visit https://www. manchester. ma. us/calendar. aspx?view=list&year=2024&month=5&day=2318
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Sunday, May 19Library Closed
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Monday, May 2012:00—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, May 2012:00—1:30 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. Monday, May 2012:30—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 More21
Tuesday, May 2111:00 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, May 215:30—6:30 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Cookbook Club: "Milk Street Vegetables"
The Cookbook Club meets once a month to share recipes from a new cookbook off our library shelves. May's pick is Milk Street Vegetables : 250 Bold, Simple Recipes for Every Season by Christopher Kimball ; writing and editing by J. M. Hisrch and Michelle Locke ; recipes by Matthew Card, Diane Unger and the cooks at Milk Street ; art direction by Jennifer Baldino Cox and Brianna Coleman ; photography by Connie Miller of CB Creative ; food styling by Christine Tobin.…Learn More22
Wednesday, May 226:00—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 : "We Were Eight Years in Power"
May's Diversity Matters book group's pick is "We Were Eight Years in Power" by Ta-Nehisi Coates.
About the Book: "We were eight years in power' was the lament of Reconstruction-era black politicians as the American experiment in multiracial democracy ended with the return of white supremacist rule in the South.…Learn More23
Thursday, May 2310:30 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, May 235:30—6:45 PMReading RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Reference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
MBTS READS 2024: Exploring Mars
Let's learn about Mars and Mars rovers, then we'll play a game where some kids are "Mission Control" and others are "Rovers". Can we work together to navigate on the surface of Mars? For grades 4-6.Thursday, May 237:00—8:00 PMZoom
End-of-Life Doulas: What Do They Do & Why Would I Want One? (Virtual)
This virtual presentation will teach you about End-of-Life doulas – trained non-medical providers, who can be present from an initial diagnosis to ultimate death.
While we may understand and hopefully accept the certainty of our own demise, its time, place, and manner are far more obscure and unknown.…Learn More24
Friday, May 243:00—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 MoreFriday, May 244:00—5:00 PMManchester Library Front LawnManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Reference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Zoom
MBTS READS: Book Group-A City on Mars: Can We Settle Space, Should We Settle Space and Have We Reall
Discuss this year’s keynote nook with your community. Snacks provided. You don’t need to have finished the book to attend. Attend this hybrid program via Zoom! Register online or email mwillwerth@manchesterpl. org for more info and to get connected.…Learn More25
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Sunday, May 26Library Closed
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Monday, May 27Library Closed
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Tuesday, May 2811:00 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, May 285:30—7:30 PMOff Site: See Description For Details
MBTS Reads 2024: Author K. Weinersmith Discusses "City on Mars" and Annual Meeting of the FOL
Manchester Reads 2024 - Manchester-by-the-Sea's yearly community reading celebration. This year we were inspired by the April 8 eclipse and will be reading and holding programming all May focused on space. Meet one of the authors of our keynote book, A City on Mars: Can we Settle Space, Should we Settle Space, and Have we Really Thought this Through?.…Learn More29
Wednesday, May 294:00—4:45 PMTeen LoftManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Graphic Novel Club
Join the graphic novel club! We meet once a month from January to June. Explore new and new-to-you graphic novels with friends, snacks and activities! Next meeting is May 29th at 4 pm. We will be discussing Red's Planet by Eddie Pittman. Ask at the front desk for your copy now! This program is for grades 4-7, and registration is required.…Learn MoreWednesday, May 295:00—6:00 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
MBTS READS 2024: Explore Mars with a NASA Ambassador
Discover more about the planet Mars. "Astronauts" will experience a hands on sensory experience of Mars, and spend time experiencing/playing with the tools of the Mars Exploration Program ( rovers, landers, and other activities). This is an all ages program.…Learn More30
Thursday, May 304:00—5:00 PMTeen LoftManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944
Teen Book Group: Star Splitter
Teens, come on by to grab some pizza and talk about Matthew J. Kirby's novel Star Splitter! It's our YA pick for the library's space-themed Manchester Reads event, going on all this month. The pitch: Near-future travelers get from point A on Earth to point B in deep space by running themselves through a 3D printer.…Learn More31
Friday, May 3110:30—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: "Cimarron Rose"
The Manchester Mystery Book Group meets on the last Friday of the month at 10:30AM. This May we are reading "Cimarron Rose" by James Lee Burke. May's meeting will occur in the library's reading room and over Zoom or outside. Email mwillwerth@manchesterpl.…Learn MoreFriday, May 313:00—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 More