January 2026

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Thursday, January 1Library Closed

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Saturday, January 312:00—3:00 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944

D&D for Kids

20 sided green and black dice.The library is offering a monthly one-shot Dungeons and Dragons adventure for kids ages 10-14. We will meet on the 1st Saturday of every month from 12-3PM. Players do not need any experience or dice to play. Come and join the adventure! Adult Services Librarian, Maddy Willwerth will be your Game Master for these sessions, please email mwillwerth@manchesterpl.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 86:00—7:00 PMReference RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944

Pajama Storytime

A cartoon owl reading on top of a stack of books with a background of dark treesJoin Miss Audrey for Pajama Storytime the first Thursday of the month from 6-7 pm! This storytime and craft program is for ages 4 and up.
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Tuesday, January 134:00—7:00 PMOff Site: See Description For Details

Community Health and Wellness Fair

Join the library and other local organizations at the FPC Community Hall (next door to the library at 17 Union Street behind Santander Back) for a Community Health and Wellness Fair featuring local organizations with resources and services to improve your health and well-being.…Learn More
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Wednesday, January 143:30—3:45 PMChildren's RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944

Read to Winston

a black lab with their chin and front paws on a white counterSusan Durkin and Winston, a Certified Therapy Dog, are looking forward to hearing stories read by YOU!  Reading with a certified reading dog helps to build confidence with a safe, nonjudgmental partner.   Sign up for a 15-minute appointment and make sure to bring a favorite book or allow time to pick out your just right book at the Library.…Learn More

Wednesday, January 143:45—4:00 PMChildren's RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944

Read to Winston

a black lab with their chin and front paws on a white counterSusan Durkin and Winston, a Certified Therapy Dog, are looking forward to hearing stories read by YOU!  Reading with a certified reading dog helps to build confidence with a safe, nonjudgmental partner.   Sign up for a 15-minute appointment and make sure to bring a favorite book or allow time to pick out your just right book at the Library.…Learn More

Wednesday, January 144:00—4:15 PMChildren's RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944

Read to Winston

a black lab with their chin and front paws on a white counterSusan Durkin and Winston, a Certified Therapy Dog, are looking forward to hearing stories read by YOU!  Reading with a certified reading dog helps to build confidence with a safe, nonjudgmental partner.   Sign up for a 15-minute appointment and make sure to bring a favorite book or allow time to pick out your just right book at the Library.…Learn More

Wednesday, January 144:15—4:30 PMChildren's RoomManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944

Read to Winston

a black lab with their chin and front paws on a white counterSusan Durkin and Winston, a Certified Therapy Dog, are looking forward to hearing stories read by YOU!  Reading with a certified reading dog helps to build confidence with a safe, nonjudgmental partner.   Sign up for a 15-minute appointment and make sure to bring a favorite book or allow time to pick out your just right book at the Library.…Learn More
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Monday, January 19Library Closed

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Sunday, January 25Library Closed

Sunday, January 25All DayManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944

Take & Make Kits: Tiny Art

A book shelf with tiny canvases on tiny easels Kits are available until supplies last. One kit per person. Each kit includes a tiny canvas, acrylic paints, paint brushes, and a form. You can use any mediums and supplies so long as they fit on a 3X3 inch canvas. Return the canvas between February 1 - 5 for a chance to win a raffle prize and to be included in the art show.…Learn More
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Monday, January 26Library Closed

Monday, January 26All DayManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944

Take & Make Kits: Tiny Art

A book shelf with tiny canvases on tiny easels Kits are available until supplies last. One kit per person. Each kit includes a tiny canvas, acrylic paints, paint brushes, and a form. You can use any mediums and supplies so long as they fit on a 3X3 inch canvas. Return the canvas between February 1 - 5 for a chance to win a raffle prize and to be included in the art show.…Learn More
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Tuesday, January 27All DayManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944

Take & Make Kits: Tiny Art

A book shelf with tiny canvases on tiny easels Kits are available until supplies last. One kit per person. Each kit includes a tiny canvas, acrylic paints, paint brushes, and a form. You can use any mediums and supplies so long as they fit on a 3X3 inch canvas. Return the canvas between February 1 - 5 for a chance to win a raffle prize and to be included in the art show.…Learn More

Tuesday, January 2710:00 AM—12:00 PMManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944

Delayed Opening at 12PM

The library will delay opening until 12:00PM due to the winter storm. Our digital resources are available 24/7 at manchesterpl. org/resources/all-resources/

Tuesday, January 275:30—6:30 PMTeen LoftManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944

CANCELED - TAB (Teen Advisory Board)

TAB (Teen Advisory Board)Meets the fourth Tuesday of every month from 5:30-6:30. Earn community service hours while having fun planning events for your friends and the community!
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Wednesday, January 28All DayManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944

Take & Make Kits: Tiny Art

A book shelf with tiny canvases on tiny easels Kits are available until supplies last. One kit per person. Each kit includes a tiny canvas, acrylic paints, paint brushes, and a form. You can use any mediums and supplies so long as they fit on a 3X3 inch canvas. Return the canvas between February 1 - 5 for a chance to win a raffle prize and to be included in the art show.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 29All DayManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944

Take & Make Kits: Tiny Art

A book shelf with tiny canvases on tiny easels Kits are available until supplies last. One kit per person. Each kit includes a tiny canvas, acrylic paints, paint brushes, and a form. You can use any mediums and supplies so long as they fit on a 3X3 inch canvas. Return the canvas between February 1 - 5 for a chance to win a raffle prize and to be included in the art show.…Learn More
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Friday, January 30All DayManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944

Take & Make Kits: Tiny Art

A book shelf with tiny canvases on tiny easels Kits are available until supplies last. One kit per person. Each kit includes a tiny canvas, acrylic paints, paint brushes, and a form. You can use any mediums and supplies so long as they fit on a 3X3 inch canvas. Return the canvas between February 1 - 5 for a chance to win a raffle prize and to be included in the art show.…Learn More
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Saturday, January 31All DayManchester-by-the-Sea-Public-LibraryManchester-by-the-Sea Public Library15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944

Take & Make Kits: Tiny Art

A book shelf with tiny canvases on tiny easels Kits are available until supplies last. One kit per person. Each kit includes a tiny canvas, acrylic paints, paint brushes, and a form. You can use any mediums and supplies so long as they fit on a 3X3 inch canvas. Return the canvas between February 1 - 5 for a chance to win a raffle prize and to be included in the art show.…Learn More