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Thursday Tales at Barnes & Noble THU, MARCH 28 | 11 AM - 12 PM Join Barnes & Noble on Thursday mornings at 11 AM for Thursday Tales Storytime, located at 1115 Market Street. See you there! #BNStorytime
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 […]
The Easter Bunny is hopping into the Harbor Sweets store in Beverly! Don't miss the chance to take your photo with this beloved bunny and enjoy samples of Harbor Sweets handmade chocolates. Also available are Harbor Sweets’ season goodies including Easter baskets, a self-serve candy wall, stuffed animals, Easter themed gummies, lollipops, and ice cream! […]
Spring Egg Hunt Trail – Saturday, 3/23 & Sunday, 3/24, 10am-2pm – Shake off the winter cold and join us as we celebrate springtime at Long Hill with a very special Spring Egg Hunt Trail! During this fun, family event, you’ll explore the trail and complete an exciting scavenger hunt as you go. Then, spend […]
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 […]
We invite our guests ages 5-11 to join us each Sunday at 2:30PM for STEAM club. Each week we will do a different STEAM project inspired by our monthly themes. For a list of this month's projects, check out Our Programs page at nschildrensmuseum.org. Pre-registration is recommended by adding a no-cost STEAM Club participant ticket […]
Hop over for Easter Bunny pictures at Northshore Mall! Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time Set Location: on the Lower Level, Nordstrom Wing.
Musical Mondays Large Meeting Room, Hamilton-Wenham Public Library Please join preschool teacher and musician Ms. Katie for a fun, early literacy music and movement story time for children ages 0-6 and their adult. Learn about your child's development while you play, move, explore instruments, sing, read, and have fun together. This program will be on […]
Hop over for Easter Bunny pictures at Northshore Mall! Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time Set Location: on the Lower Level, Nordstrom Wing.
Each week is themed including stories, art making, play and more. This group promotes lots of free choice and exploration. We will engage in process art, building, creating and enjoy sensory play, and be with friends. Art, Literature and Play - Each week children will explore art and literature while engaging in play. Our Explorers […]
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 […]
CFCE of the Northshore - Music and Movement 10:00—11:00 AM Gordon Room Peabody Institute Library of Danvers Join us for a great program filled with music and Movement! All ages, registration required. Music ignites all areas of child development and skills for school readiness, including intellectual, social-emotional behavior, language in overall literacy, and helps the […]
45-60 minutes of fun - Our class includes nutrition learning and activity followed by some hands-on food play and finally a chance to taste their creations plus a cute participation certificate! Recommended for ages 3-5
Mother Goose on the Loose TUESDAYS in March, 10:00—10:30 AM Collins Meeting Room An interactive early literacy program for caregivers with infants through 2-year-olds. Songs, stories, music and finger-plays for caregivers and babies to enjoy together. Ipswich Children’s Room staff are trained in the presentation of this well-renowned program. Siblings welcome.
Barnyard stories really come alive when you get to see the main characters in real life! Bring the kids down to Appleton Farms for our farm-fresh version of story time. Explore the farmstead, visit our learning garden, see our cows and rabbits, and find a spot to play under a shady tree in our stone […]
Baby Bookworms TUESDAYS, 11:30 AM—12:00 PM Large Meeting Room, Hamilton-Wenham Public Library Join Sue Shepard for 30 minutes of stories and songs that promote early literacy concepts. Designed for children ages birth-18 months.Children must be accompanied by a caregiver and alternate care for siblings is encouraged. No registration needed. (No group on 2/20). Please contact […]
Hop over for Easter Bunny pictures at Northshore Mall! Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time Set Location: on the Lower Level, Nordstrom Wing.
Easter Crafternoon TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 4:00—4:45 PM Kids, ages 5 and older, join us to make a Watercolor SURPRISE Easter Egg! Using just crayons and watercolors, you'll create a colorful and unique piece of art to display all season long! (Art Inspiration/Photo Credit: https://rhythmsofplay.com/)
TACO Tuesday - Main Library TUESDAYS, 4:00—5:00 PM, Teen Room Main Library Earn community service hours by participating in Teen Advisory and Community Organization, or as we like to call it, TACO! Each Tuesday, teens can come to the teen room at the Main Library and help better the Peabody Institute Library. Teen volunteers will […]
Tween yoga is designed for ages 7 through 11 (2nd through 5th grade). This hour long practice will include asana, mindfulness, and an introduction to meditation. Classes will focus on movement and alignment in a safe and friendly environment.
Teen Movie & Munchie Night TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 5:00—7:45 PM Join Felicia and friends in Meeting Room A+B for a movie night with pizza and snacks while we watch... The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (2023) (PG-13) (2h 38m) About the Movie: Experience the story of The Hunger Games -- 64 years […]
9-9:30 Open Play. 9:30-10:15 Instructor lead Wiggles and Giggles music and movement class. Includes music, props, games, dancing and more! Open play till 11am! You may come and go from 9AM-11AM.
Lap Sit Mother Goose Children's Room, Ipswich Public Library Lap Sit Mother Goose is for caregivers with infants and babies who are not on the move yet, or just starting to motor around on their own. The program involves lots of interaction between caregivers and babies with songs, fingerplays and rhymes. Siblings are always welcome! […]
Wee Ones Story Hour WEDNESDAYS 9:00—9:30 AM Join April, our Children's Librarian, each Wednesday morning for Wee Ones Story Hour, perfect for ages 0 through 2 years old. Story Hour begins at 9:00am and includes 20 minutes of songs, rhymes, stories and creative play! Drop-ins are welcome. If you are planning to attend, please register […]
Bouncing Babies Storytime 9:30—10:00 AM Gordon Room Peabody Institute Library of Danvers For parents and caregivers with children ages 0 - 15 months or walkers. Join us for stories, songs and sensory play time to develop language skills, social skills, and motor skills. Each storytime is limited to 35 children on a first come, […]
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 […]
Toddler Tunes Storytime 10:00—10:30 AM & 10:30-11:00 AM Gordon Room, Peabody Institute Library of Danvers Join us for books, songs, and rhymes at a storytime designed for ages 15 months through 3 years. Older or younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 35 children on a first come, first […]
Pre-School Story Hour WEDNESDAYS,10:00—10:45 AM 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 themed craft. Drop-ins are welcome. If you are planning to attend, […]
Mother Goose on the Loose WEDNESDAYS, 10:00—10:30 AM Collins Meeting Room An interactive early literacy program for caregivers with infants through 2-year-olds. Songs, stories, music and finger-plays for caregivers and babies to enjoy together. Ipswich Children’s Room staff are trained in the presentation of this well-renowned program. Siblings welcome.
Music & Movement Story Time WEDNESDAYS, 10:15—11:15 AM Children's Programming Room, Hamilton-Wenham Public Library Join Lisa Davis for this story time that incorporates singing songs, reading books, using sign language and gestures to encourage language comprehension and expression. This program is for children ages 18 months to 36 months and their caregiver and will be […]
Preschool Story Time WEDNESDAYS, 10:30—11:15 AM, Tech LabMain Library Preschool age children will have a blast at Miss Patty’s storytime! Come listen to some stories, dance, and sing along with us. These programs help children gain early literacy and social skills while also preparing them for a school environment. Children will receive a take-home craft […]
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 […]
Toddler Tunes Storytime 10:00—10:30 AM & 10:30-11:00 AM Gordon Room, Peabody Institute Library of Danvers Join us for books, songs, and rhymes at a storytime designed for ages 15 months through 3 years. Older or younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 35 children on a first come, first […]
Music and Movement (CFCE of the North Shore) WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27, 11:00—11:30 AM Children's Program Room - Ground Floor, The Salem Public Library Come sing and dance with MaryBeth Maes! We'll use scarves, bubbles, musical instruments and more. Great for ages 2+ and their caregiver(s), but families with children of all ages are welcome! *Please […]
Join embodied feminine power coach Michelle Pabisz and postpartum doula Heather Magill for a special mothers' circle. We will examine the book Mama, You're Not Broken by Anna Cusack. Each week we will explore an "unspoken" aspect of motherhood and create space for discovery and acceptance of ourselves through our shared journey. *Pre-Crawlers Welcome
Hop over for Easter Bunny pictures at Northshore Mall! Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time Set Location: on the Lower Level, Nordstrom Wing.
After School LEGOs WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27, 3:30—4:30 PM Community Room, South Branch Join us at the South Branch Library for After School LEGOs! Children can build their own LEGO creations, which will be put on display in the Library. This program is for children ages 5 to 12.
"To All The Books I've Loved Before" Teen Book Club Teen Room, Main Library Join us every LAST Wednesday of the month at 4PM for our NEW Teen Book Club! Read selected books with fellow Teens, and come discuss what you think! Participants will receive 1 hour community service and refreshments. our next read is […]
Graphic Novel Club WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27, 4:00—4:45 PM Teen Loft, Manchester-by-the-Sea Public Library 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 March 27th at 4 pm. We will be discussing Four Eyes by Rex Ogle. […]
Reading is Magic with Ed the Wizard WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27, 5:00—6:00 PM An interactive magic performance that highlights the importance reading and how he taught himself to become “Ed the Wizard!†Registration: Registration is not required for this event. Suggested Ages: All ages are welcome Location: Meeting Rooms A+B This program is sponsored by the […]
Join us for our New Mama Peer Support Group every other Wednesday! Whether you’re a first-time mom, or fourth, all mamas who have infants under 12 months are welcome, and your babes, too! This group is designed to create opportunities for mamas to meet other mamas with babies the same age. Peer support groups are […]
Process Art Workshop WEDNESDAYS, 6:00—7:00 PM Children's Programming Room, Hamilton-Wenham Public Library Let's get creative and have some fun! Please join Ms. Eva for a themed story and activities that practice process art methods! The Process Art Workshop is designed for children ages 2 - 6 years old and their adult. Older children are welcome. […]
WEDNESDAYS, JANUARY 10 - MARCH 27, 2024 (NO GROUP 2/21/24) 6:00PM - 7:00PM HAMILTON-WENHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY, 14 UNION STREET 01982 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 […]
THURSDAYS, JANUARY 11 - MARCH 28, 2024 (NO GROUP 2/22/24) 9:00AM - 10:00AM TOHP BURNHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY, 30 MARTIN STREET, ESSEX 01929 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! FREE! REGISTRATION REQUESTED BUT NOT REQUIRED AT […]
THURSDAYS, JANUARY 11 - MARCH 28, 2024 (NO GROUP 2/22/24) 10:00AM - 11:00AM MANCHESTER COMMUNITY CENTER, 40 BEACH ST, 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! FREE! REGISTRATION […]
CFCE Of The North Shore - Music & Movement For Kids This is a fun, interactive programs for kids under age 3 and their caregivers, live and in person! Music ignites all areas of child development and skills for school readiness, including intellectual, social-emotional behavior, and language in overall literacy. It helps the body and mind work […]
Story Time THURSDAYS, 10:00—10:30 AM Collins Meeting Room, Ipswich Public Library For children ages 2 through Kindergarten. A fun opportunity for adults to interact with the child in their care while listening to stories, singing songs and participating in large motor skill activities . Creating a wonderful sense of community, this is a great program […]
This is a fun, interactive programs for kids under age 3 and their caregivers, live and in person! Music ignites all areas of child development and skills for school readiness, including intellectual, social-emotional behavior, and language in overall literacy. It helps the body and mind work together. Music also helps with fine motor skills. Children who are exposed […]
CFCE Of The North Shore - Music & Movement For Kids This is a fun, interactive programs for kids under age 3 and their caregivers, live and in person! Music ignites all areas of child development and skills for school readiness, including intellectual, social-emotional behavior, and language in overall literacy. It helps the body and mind work […]
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.
Gordon Room, Peabody Institute Library of Danvers Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more in the library! This story time is designed for children ages 3-6 and their caregivers but older and younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 35 children on a first come, first serve […]
4 week toddler yoga series. 20-30 minute yoga class followed by a craft and group game
Pajama Storytime THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 11:00—11:30 AM Join our Children's Programming Librarian, Miss Jackie, in your coziest pajamas with your favorite stuffie in the Storytime Room for a read aloud and coloring sheets. Please note that programs that are held in the Storytime Room have a maximum capacity of 30 participants. If a program does […]
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: […]
Eating Oreos & Opinions - A Teen Contest THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 2:30—3:15 PM, Teen Room Oreo Cookie Day of Judgement - A Teen Contest It's back for its third year! Did you know that National Oreo Cookie Day was on March 6th? Exciting times! To celebrate both the delicious cookie AND the "Oreo" method […]
Hop over for Easter Bunny pictures at Northshore Mall! Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time Set Location: on the Lower Level, Nordstrom Wing.
Lego Club THURSDAYS IN MARCH Gordon Room, Peabody Institute Library of Danvers Build your own Lego creation with our Lego bricks and special pieces. (Ages 5 - 11) Registration for this event opens Monday, March 11 at 9:00 AM.
TACO Thursday - West Branch THURSDAYS, 4:00—5:00 PM Community Room,West Branch Earn community service hours by participating in Teen Advisory and Community Organization, or as we like to call it, TACO! Each Thursday, teens can come to the teen room at the West Branch Library and help better the Peabody Institute Library. Teen volunteers will […]
Drop In Crafts in the Children's Room THURSDAYS, 5:30—7:00 PM Children's Library, Main Library Come to the Children's room for a different craft each week! Supplies provided! No registration needed. Open to children ages 4 and up.
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! […]
Hop over for Easter Bunny pictures at Northshore Mall! Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time Set Location: on the Lower Level, Nordstrom Wing.
Drop-In Family LEGO FRIDAYS, 3:15—4:15 PM Children's Programming Room, Hamilton-Wenham Public Library We provide the LEGOS and YOU bring the imagination! Put your building skills to the test at this self-directed drop-in program. Designed for all ages with a caregiver. No registration 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 […]
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 […]
Cardboard Promotions Big Sports Card & Memorabilia Show, Saturday, March 30, 8:30 am-2:15 pm, buy-sell-trade old & new sports cards & memorabilia, graded & ungraded cards, autographs & Pokemon cards, over 85 Vendor tables, free hourly door prizes, card grading, $3 admission, under 12 free, since 1991 Autograph guests: Hall of Famer writer Peter Gammons, […]
Early Childhood Info Fair SATURDAY, MARCH 30, 9:30—11:30 AM Ipswich Town Hall, 25 Green Street Local Early Childhood agencies and providers will share information about the programs and services they offer for families with infants through Kindergarten-age.
We are excited to have North Shore Karate Academy at NSCM this morning! At 10AM the program for children ages 4.5 – 6 will lead participants through our “Kihon Kata” (Basic Form). This is an integration of life skills, using your voice to stand up for yourself and karate techniques. This will be a primary […]
Family LEGO Fun The whole family is invited to create some LEGO masterpieces at the Main Library! Come to the Tech Lab on the second floor and use our LEGO blocks to build something awesome. LEGO isn't only a super fun way to spend a Saturday morning, but it's also a great way for children […]
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 […]
We are excited to have North Shore Karate Academy at NSCM this morning! At 10AM the program for children ages 4.5 – 6 will lead participants through our “Kihon Kata” (Basic Form). This is an integration of life skills, using your voice to stand up for yourself and karate techniques. This will be a primary […]
Swampscott Recreation’s Egg Hunt – Saturday, 3/30, 12pm at Swampscott Town Hall. The Easter Bunny will hide 4,000 eggs throughout the lawn for children of ages 3-10 to hunt. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All participants should bring their own basket to collect eggs and a camera for photos. Egg Hunt begins at […]
Teen Gaming: Videogames & Virtual Reality SATURDAY, MARCH 30,1:00—4:00 PM Gordon Room, Peabody Institute Library of Danvers This event is for teens ages 11-18 only. One Up Games brings a variety of next-gen consoles and gaming monitors-- all the popular games along with a mixture of classic and retro games. The event has a 30 […]
Hop over for Easter Bunny pictures at Northshore Mall! Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time Set Location: on the Lower Level, Nordstrom Wing.
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 […]