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The North Shore Collectibles Show, located in the Grand Ballroom of the DoubleTree North Shore in Danvers MA, is your go-to show on the north shore for all things sports and TCG collectibles!! With over 100 tables, our vendors have everything from vintage and modern sports cards and memorabilia to TCG cards and collectibles. Our […]
Every day has a full list of barnyard chores we need to accomplish to make sure our farmyard friends are happy and healthy. Let’s get to work! Join us for our special, hands-on Family Farm Chores program! Get on your muck boots – your whole family will get to be farmers together! Help feed our […]
Whether you want to help your children practice their swimming skills or your family needs some bonding time, a Family Swim is a great way to spend an afternoon. Enjoy your day or evening in our shiver-free pool that’s heated to a pleasant 90°. Goldfish Swim School Family Swim A Fun & Beneficial Experience for […]
Wee Free Play Every other Tuesday in April, 10:00—11:00 AM Gordon Room, Peabody Institute Library of Danvers Ages 2 - 6, along with a parent/caregiver. An hour-long free play group -- we'll provide the toys, you provide the fun! ! Drop in anytime during the event to take part. No Registration Required
Little Messy Makers is for children under age 5 and their caregiver. A place for our youngest makers to explore, create, and make. Children will engage with multiple stations that offer a wide variety of tools and materials. Our stations will include process art, building, and sensory play. This is not a drop-off program, one […]
PIZZA DECORATING FOR KIDS MONDAY NIGHTS 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM In Lynnfield, on Monday nights beginning at 5 PM, Little Chefs celebrate the art of authentic pizza making using the freshest ingredients! Each child receives pizza dough, san marzano tomato sauce, cheese, pepperoni & their own Davio’s Apron! While the pizza is baking, kids get three mini pizza doughballs to play with! Pizza Kits are also available for pick […]
Children's Yoga TUESDAYS, 10:00—11:00 AM Tech Lab, Main Library Ready for some morning movement and relaxation? Miss Katia hosts a fun yoga session for children every Tuesday morning. Wear comfy clothes, bring a yoga mat if you have one, and a water bottle to stay hydrated. Like all of our Library programs, this event is […]
Curious Creatures at 10AM or 10:50AM on Tuesday, April 16. Join us as we learn about wild creatures with New England’s original interactive and educational live animal program Curious Creatures. Their experts will provide a safe, hands on experience with multiple live animals. To reserve your child’s spot at the show, please add a Curious […]
Sensory Bins TUESDAYS, 10:00—10:30 AM, Children's Program Room - Ground Floor, The Salem Public Library Learn and explore through hands-on tactile play! Be prepared to get a little messy! Ages 18 mo - 3 years (with caregiver). *Please register for each week you plan to attend* Registration is required for this event.
Join our friends from Lupine Lane Apiary as we learn all about bees! Where they live, what they eat, and how we collect honey and beeswax from them. We will also learn about beekeeping and see and touch real beekeeping equipment. Everyone gets to make a beeswax candle to take home! Suitable for all ages. […]
Curious Creatures at 10AM or 10:50AM on Tuesday, April 16. Join us as we learn about wild creatures with New England’s original interactive and educational live animal program Curious Creatures. Their experts will provide a safe, hands on experience with multiple live animals. To reserve your child’s spot at the show, please add a Curious […]
TUESDAYS - 3:30—4:00 PM, Children's Program Room - Ground Floor, The Salem Public Library An afternoon storytime for littles with books and songs! Ages 0-5 with caregiver *Please register for each week you plan to attend* Registration is required for this event.
We are excited to be able to offer a vast array of Legos for kids to build with in our back party room all day on Wednesday, April 17. Please note that Lego Bricks are rated for ages 4 and up. Special thanks to friend of North Shore Children’s Museum Ryan for generously donating the […]
Pre-School Story Hour WEDNESDAYS IN JANUARY 10:00—10:45 AM LibraryTOHP Burnham 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929 Join April, our Children's Librarian, each Wednesday morning for Pre-School Story Hour, for ages 3, 4 and 5 years. Story Hour begins at 10:00am and includes 30 minutes of songs, rhymes and stories read aloud and concludes with a […]
Story Time WEDNESDAYS, 10:00—10:30 AM Children's Room, Lynnfield Public Library Join us to sing songs and listen to stories! Recommended for children ages 5 and under. This story time will be held in the Lynnfield Library Children's Room. No Registration Required
Winter and Spring Storytime WEDNESDAYS, 10:30—11:15 AM Children's Room Manchester-by-the-Sea Public Library, 15 Union Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944 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 January 24th at 10:30 am. This program runs through to April 24th. No Registration […]
Family Movie WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 1:00—3:00 PM Collins Meeting Room, Ipswich Public Library Family Movie Children under 8 must accompnaied by an adult caregiver.
Join former transitional kindergarten teacher Norma for a workshop where we explore a different question each time, relating to our monthly themes. These hands on programs are great for our pre-k visitors.
Dance Party! WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 2:30—3:30 PM Children's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library We're breaking out the disco ball and glow sticks for a boogie-tastic dance party! Open to all ages (with caregiver) Registration Required
Let’s get creative and have some fun! Please join Ms. Eva for a themed story and awesome activities that practice process art methods! The Process Art Workshop is designed for children ages 2-6yo & their adult. Older children are welcome!
Join Harbor Sweets for a sweet cinematic experience at The Cabot in Beverly! For just $1, enjoy a special screening of the timeless classic, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971). As part of the Harbor Sweets Hidden Ticket Giveaway, the first 100 attendees will receive a delicious Harbor Sweets chocolate bar and a chance […]
Tell Me a (Bedtime) Cuento WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 6:30—7:00 PM Children's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library A bilingual (English-Spanish) storytime with Ms. Suzie. Stories, songs, and rhymes in Spanish & English for children and their parent or caregiver. Cuentos, canciones y rimas en Español e Inglés para niños y sus padres o […]
Please join Ms. Christine for some STEAM fun! Children ages 2-6yo and their adult will listen to stories, then explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math!
Pedro the Lucky Racing Pigeon Storytime at 10AM or 10:45AM. Join Local Author of Pedro the Lucky Racing Pigeon as she reads her book and teaches us about the unique world of racing pigeons. To reserve your child’s spot for storytime, please add a no cost Pedro the Racing Pigeon Storytime participant ticket to your […]
THURSDAYS, APRIL 4 - APRIL 25, 2024 (NO GROUP 2/22/24 & 4/18/24) 10:00AM - 11:00AM MANCHESTER COMMUNITY CENTER, 40 BEACH STREET, MBTS 01944 Please join Ms. Julie for a free playgroup for children ages 0-5 and their adult! Participants will enjoy stories, songs, & play! A wonderful opportunity to meet and connect with other families!
Baby Story Time Thursdays, Tech Lab, Main Library For parents and caregivers with children ages 0 - 18 months. You’re never too young for storytime! Join Miss Jenny for stories, songs, and sensory play that helps babies develop language, social, and motor skills. Registration is required due to space limitations.
Susie Magoozy is here to bring some silly fun to your day. Using music, puppets, and more, Susie makes engaging stories come to life! Event is free with the price of admission.
Art Start THURSDAYS - 10:00—10:45 AM, Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library A hands-on, sensory art program! Come practice early visual literacy with your tots as we explore classic and contemporary artworks together. Materials will be provided to create masterpieces of our own! Ages 3-5 with caregiver *Please register for each […]
Drop-In Craft THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 10:00 AM—12:00 PM Collins Meeting Room Looking for something to do early release day? Stop by the library to make a "Peeps" Diorama! All projects are intended for school-age children with intricate and challenging crafts. Each child under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver to […]
Pedro the Lucky Racing Pigeon Storytime at 10AM or 10:45AM. Join Local Author of Pedro the Lucky Racing Pigeon as she reads her book and teaches us about the unique world of racing pigeons. To reserve your child’s spot for storytime, please add a no cost Pedro the Racing Pigeon Storytime participant ticket to your […]
Toddler Storytime THURSDAYS, 11:00—11:30 AM Tech Lab, Main Library For parents and caregivers with children ages 18 months - 3 years. Miss Jenny will guide toddlers and their parents and caregivers through stories, songs, and lots of movement that help build important social and early literacy skills. Registration is required due to space limitations. NOTE: […]
Family Movie Night THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 6:30—8:30 PM Community Room, South Branch Join us at the South Branch Library on Thursday, April 18th at 6:30 PM for a Family Movie Night! The feature presentation will be the movie Monsters, Inc. (© Disney Pixar 2001) This movie is rated G. All ages are welcome and popcorn […]
Join Miss Shelley for kids yoga and mindfulness this Friday at 10AM. Take some time to breathe and move your body to kick off your weekend right.
Jammin' With Jen FRIDAYS, 10:00—10:30 AM, Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library Sing and dance along with your little one at our musical storytime! For ages 0-3. *Please register for each week you plan to attend* Registration is required for this event.
FRIDAYS, FEB 2nd &16th AND MARCH 1st, 15th, 22nd, & 29th (PLEASE NOTE: NO GROUP 2/9/24, 2/23/24, and 3/8/24) 10:15AM - 11:00AM HAMILTON-WENHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY, 14 UNION STREET 01982 Please join Ms. Paige for a new weekly playgroup! Play and have fun! Practice effective routines and transitions! Make new friends! Support your child’s social-emotional development! […]
Cape Ann Symphony Free Family Concert! Katy and the Big Snow FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 10:30—11:15 AM Trinity Congregational Church, 70 Middle Street, Gloucester Vacation week free fun for families! Cape Ann Symphony, along with the Sawyer Free Library, presents Katy and the Big Snow. Enjoy the beloved story by Gloucester's own Virginia Lee Burton read […]
Friday Features FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 1:30—4:00 PM Meeting Rooms A+BFlint Public Library1 South Main Street, Middleton, MA, 01949 Drop by the Flint every Friday afternoon for a free screening of a new movie! This Friday's movie is: Wonka (2023) PG This fantasy musical film follows the story of Willy Wonka, the famous but eccentric chocolatier […]
Every day has a full list of barnyard chores we need to accomplish to make sure our farmyard friends are happy and healthy. Let’s get to work! Join us for our special, hands-on Family Farm Chores program! Get on your muck boots – your whole family will get to be farmers together! Help feed our […]
Stuffed Animal Sleepover FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 3:30—4:30 PM Children's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library Bring your stuffed animal to the library for an overnight adventure! Kids will decorate a pillow for their stuffies on Friday, then leave them overnight. We'll take photos of the animals enjoying the library and post them on […]
Whether you want to help your children practice their swimming skills or your family needs some bonding time, a Family Swim is a great way to spend an afternoon. Enjoy your day or evening in our shiver-free pool that’s heated to a pleasant 90°. Goldfish Swim School Family Swim A Fun & Beneficial Experience for […]
Every day has a full list of barnyard chores we need to accomplish to make sure our farmyard friends are happy and healthy. Let’s get to work! Join us for our special, hands-on Family Farm Chores program! Get on your muck boots – your whole family will get to be farmers together! Help feed our […]
Family LEGO Fun SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 10:00 AM—12:00 PM Children's Room, Peabody Institute Library of Danvers Ages 4 and up -- join us for inter-generational LEGO building! Younger siblings can use our Duplo blocks. Drop in anytime between 10:00 AM and noon to take part. No Registration Required
Place Rolly's Tavern 338 Broadway Lynn, MA US 01904 Description The Black Excellence 5K highlights the positive contributions of African Americans in our society and raises funds to support the North Shore Juneteenth Association, a nonprofit organization, with the mission to create awareness about the Juneteenth holiday, to educate the broader community about positive aspects […]
Family Circle Time SATURDAYS, 10:30—11:00 AM, Children's Program Room - Ground Floor, The Salem Public Library An adaptive sensory-friendly song and movement program for children to share with their caregiver/family. This program brings families together to learn and play in an environment that welcomes and supports the unique needs of children with autism spectrum/sensory processing […]
Celebrate Earth Day Story & Craft SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 10:30—11:15 AM Children's Programming Room, Hamilton-Wenham Public Library What can YOU do to help the planet? Find out through stories, songs, and a themed craft! Designed for ages 2 and up. No registration is needed. No Registration Required
Every day has a full list of barnyard chores we need to accomplish to make sure our farmyard friends are happy and healthy. Let’s get to work! Join us for our special, hands-on Family Farm Chores program! Get on your muck boots – your whole family will get to be farmers together! Help feed our […]