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Thursday, August 11:15—1:45 PMStory Hour RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Preschool Story Time: Ages 3 and older
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Preschool Story Times consist of three or four stories, songs, stretches, and fingerplays, followed by a simple craft. Children are able to attend on their own, but caregivers are always welcome. Please give yourself a few extra minutes to find parking on busy mornings.…Learn MoreThursday, August 16:00—7:30 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Black Light Party
Party in the dark and play fun glowing games.
Thursday, August 16:30—7:00 PMStory Hour RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
A Little Night Music & Rhyme Ages 0-5
Join us for musical rhythmic fun! Dancing, shaking, moving and singing!For families and kids under 5 (or so). Sponsored by the Friends of the Beverly Public Library.Thursday, August 17:00—8:30 PMJackson RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Knit, Crochet & Embroider at the Library
Adult handicraft group meets the first Thursday of each month. The program is open to all who enjoy handwork or fiber arts. Bring your project, meet other crafters and share ideas. No instruction is provided.
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Friday, August 210:30—11:30 AMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Bebop Beats in Beverly
Join us for a fun-filled hour of songs, stories, and family friendly activities. For children of all ages and their caregivers. Presented by the CFCE of the North Shore. CFCE of the North Shore is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care awarded to the Peabody Public Schools.Friday, August 211:00 AM—12:00 PMFogg RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
English Practice Group
Attention Adult English Language Learners of all levels! The library offers a weekly English Practice Group. These free gatherings, lead by local volunteers, center around common American English expressions, grammatical curiosities, useful vocabulary, and cultural references.…Learn More3
Saturday, August 3Closed
Farms branch
Saturday, August 39:30—10:30 AMBarnet GalleryMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Sewing Made Simple
Join us for some fabric fun! This four week session will start with hand sewing and take us to machine basics. Dust off that sewing machine and let’s get to work!Week one will involve sewing buttons, repairing loose hems and seam splits.…Learn MoreSaturday, August 32:30—3:30 PMArts & Crafts RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
LEGO Family Build
Build outstanding LEGO creations with the whole family! Don't forget to take a picture of your LEGO creation. For preschool and up.
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Sunday, August 4Closed
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Monday, August 511:00—11:30 AMJackson RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
All Join In Story Time (Farms)
A story time for kids of all ages and their families with lots of participation from all!
Monday, August 56:00—8:00 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Cheese Tasting
If the Moon is made out of green cheese, then we better taste some! Learn about cheese pairings, from Emmy Frye, Banquet Chef at the Hawthorne Hotel, and try some delicious cheese. Questions: knelson@noblenet. org6
Tuesday, August 69:30—10:00 AMStory Hour RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Books and Babies: Newborn to 18 Months
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In our Books and Babies Story Time we read simple board books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. The purpose is to show caregivers how to enjoy books with their babies and to introduce our youngest patrons to the joy of language. Please arrive a few minutes early to allow yourself time to find parking.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 610:30—11:00 AMStory Hour RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Toddler Story Time: 18 Months to 3 Years
Children and their caregivers listen to three or four stories and participate in circle games, singing songs and learning finger plays led by one of our cheerful and experienced librarians. Please give yourself extra time to find parking on these busy mornings.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 611:15—11:45 AMStory Hour RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Toddler Story Time: 18 Months to 3 Years
Children and their caregivers listen to three or four stories and participate in circle games, singing songs and learning finger plays led by one of our cheerful and experienced librarians. Please give yourself extra time to find parking on these busy mornings.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 612:30—1:00 PMStory Hour RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Books and Babies: Newborn to 18 Months
In our Books and Babies Story Time we read simple board books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. The purpose is to show caregivers how to enjoy books with their babies and to introduce our youngest patrons to the joy of language. Please arrive a few minutes early to allow yourself time to find parking.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 62:30—4:00 PMConrad RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Rev Up with Robots! (Farms)
Explore our Dash, Ozobot, and Cubelets robots with hands on activities. Code Dash to navigate a maze, launch a ball at a target, or draw a picture using Blockly code. Direct Ozobot robots to follow a pattern of colorful code. Design a one of a kind Cubelets robot by combining Cubelets and LEGOs together to make a small robot that light up and moves!Rev Up with Robots is brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 66:30—8:30 PMConrad RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
UFO Egg Drop Competition
This is the day to try out your UFO (Unidentified Falling Object) egg drop contraption. Will your egg break when dropped?We provide the egg; you provide the ingenuity!
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Wednesday, August 710:00—10:30 AMStory Hour RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Books and Babies: Newborn to 18 Months
In our Books and Babies Story Time we read simple board books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. The purpose is to show caregivers how to enjoy books with their babies and to introduce our youngest patrons to the joy of language. Please arrive a few minutes early to allow yourself time to find parking.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 711:00—11:45 AMArts & Crafts RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Creativity Lab!
Be creative! We'll provide different materials for your creations like cardboard cylinders, egg cartons, popsicle sticks, pipe cleaners, corks, tape and more! The possibilities are endless with a little imagination and creative inspiration. For preschool and up.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 72:00—4:00 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Summer Reading Wrap-Up: Games, Snacks, Live Raffle Drawing
Drop in or stay the whole time. Play board games and eat snacks! Watch the live drawing for the grand prizes and collect any outstanding prizes. Teen summer reading officially ends at 4 PM.
Wednesday, August 76:00—7:00 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Winter Street CourtyardMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Summer Sounds
Summer Sounds, our free outdoor concert series featuring local musicians, runs weekly at the main library on the Winter Street Courtyard. Rain location, Sohier Room. August 7: BREWIN BRASS BAND, Nine piece brass band playing original songs, dance covers and classic rock.…Learn More8
Thursday, August 81:15—1:45 PMStory Hour RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Preschool Story Time: Ages 3 and older
Preschool Story Times consist of three or four stories, songs, stretches, and fingerplays, followed by a simple craft. Children are able to attend on their own, but caregivers are always welcome. Please give yourself a few extra minutes to find parking on busy mornings.…Learn MoreThursday, August 82:00—4:00 PMConrad RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Films at the Farms: October Sky
To celebrate the end of our "Universe of Stories" summer reading program, join us for a screening of October Sky, starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Chris Cooper as son and father inspired by the 1950s space race and based on Homer Hickam's memoir, Rocket Boys.…Learn More
Thursday, August 83:30—4:30 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
LEGO Club
Grades PreK-5Free building fun! Your creations will go on display in the Children’s Room!…Learn More
Thursday, August 86:30—7:00 PMStory Hour RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
A Little Night Music & Rhyme Ages 0-5
Join us for musical rhythmic fun! Dancing, shaking, moving and singing!For families and kids under 5 (or so). Sponsored by the Friends of the Beverly Public Library.Thursday, August 86:30—7:15 PMConrad RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Evening Music with Dara (Farms)
Join Dara on the lawn for music and fun! (Or in the Conrad Room in case of bad weather. )Geared for children ages 18 months to 5 years. All are welcome!Sponsored by the Friends of the Beverly Farms Library!
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Friday, August 910:30—11:30 AMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Bebop Beats in Beverly
Join us for a fun-filled hour of songs, stories, and family friendly activities. For children of all ages and their caregivers. Presented by the CFCE of the North Shore. CFCE of the North Shore is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care awarded to the Peabody Public Schools.Friday, August 911:00 AM—12:00 PMFogg RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
English Practice Group
Attention Adult English Language Learners of all levels! The library offers a weekly English Practice Group. These free gatherings, lead by local volunteers, center around common American English expressions, grammatical curiosities, useful vocabulary, and cultural references.…Learn MoreFriday, August 92:00—3:45 PMConrad RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Films at the Farms, Junior: Home
Celebrate the end of the "Universe of Stories" summer reading program with our screening of the animated film, Home. Prizes for all who met the reading goal. Popcorn and refreshment provided thanks to the Friends of the Beverly Farms Library.
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Saturday, August 10Closed
Farms branch
Saturday, August 109:30—10:30 AMBarnet GalleryMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Sewing Made Simple
Join us for some fabric fun! This four week session will start with hand sewing and take us to machine basics. Dust off that sewing machine and let’s get to work!Week one will involve sewing buttons, repairing loose hems and seam splits.…Learn MoreSaturday, August 1010:00—10:30 AMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Musical Mornings With Miz Liz
Join us for a fun, interactive mix of children's sing-a-long music and literature. The half-hour program is geared toward children aged 0-5 and their parents and caregivers. Sponsored by the Friends of the Beverly Public Library.Saturday, August 102:00—4:45 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Artist Meet & Greet
This month the main library welcomes an exhibit of paintings by Patty Klibansky in collaboration with Traveling GALA. Patty states, “Nature is my preferred subject in painting, whether it is of a human form, an animal, or a landscape. I utilize spontaneous brush strokes to capture the light, and in the process I reconnect with nature.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 11Closed
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Farms branch
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Wednesday, August 146:00—7:00 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Winter Street CourtyardMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Summer Sounds
Summer Sounds, our free outdoor concert series featuring local musicians, runs weekly at the main library on the Winter Street Courtyard. Rain location, Sohier Room. August 14: BOB KRAMER BAND, acoustic trio, blues/rock/roots with urban and jazz influences.…Learn More15
Thursday, August 156:30—7:00 PMStory Hour RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
A Little Night Music & Rhyme Ages 0-5
Join us for musical rhythmic fun! Dancing, shaking, moving and singing!For families and kids under 5 (or so). Sponsored by the Friends of the Beverly Public Library.Thursday, August 157:00—8:30 PMConrad RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Beverly Farms Book Discussion Group
The Beverly Farms Book Discussion Group meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month, year round from 7 - 8:30 PM. New members are always welcome - come once or as often as you'd like. Discussion books are available in advance at the library. They may also be available on CD, or as a digital audiobook or eBook via OverDrive.…Learn More16
Friday, August 1610:30—11:30 AMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Bebop Beats in Beverly
Join us for a fun-filled hour of songs, stories, and family friendly activities. For children of all ages and their caregivers. Presented by the CFCE of the North Shore. CFCE of the North Shore is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care awarded to the Peabody Public Schools.Friday, August 1611:00 AM—12:00 PMFogg RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
English Practice Group
Attention Adult English Language Learners of all levels! The library offers a weekly English Practice Group. These free gatherings, lead by local volunteers, center around common American English expressions, grammatical curiosities, useful vocabulary, and cultural references.…Learn More17
Saturday, August 17Closed
Farms branch
Saturday, August 179:30—10:00 AMStory Hour RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Saturday Story Times: Baby & Toddler
Please join us for a baby & toddler story time! We will read stories, sing songs, and play with shaker eggs!
Saturday, August 179:30—10:30 AMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Sewing Made Simple
Join us for some fabric fun! This four week session will start with hand sewing and take us to machine basics. Dust off that sewing machine and let’s get to work!Week one will involve sewing buttons, repairing loose hems and seam splits.…Learn MoreSaturday, August 1710:30—11:00 AMStory Hour RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Saturday Story Times: Preschool
Please join us for a preschool story time! Enjoy stories, rhymes, and a craft!
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Sunday, August 18Closed
Main Library
Farms branch
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Monday, August 197:00—8:30 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
LGBTQ Book Discussion Group
The Beverly Library's LGBTQ Book Discussion Group meets on the 3rd Monday of each month, year round from 7 - 8:30 PM. New members are always welcome - come once or as often as you'd like. Discussion books are available at the 2nd floor checkout desk. They may also be available on CD, or as a digital audiobook or eBook via OverDrive.…Learn More20
Tuesday, August 207:30—8:45 PMFogg RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Evening Book Discussion Group
The Beverly Library's Evening Book Discussion Group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, year round from 7:30 - 8:45 p. m. New members are always welcome - come once or as often as you'd like. Discussion books are available at the 2nd floor checkout desk, or they may be available in alternate formats.…Learn More21
Wednesday, August 216:00—7:00 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Winter Street CourtyardMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Summer Sounds
Summer Sounds, our free outdoor concert series featuring local musicians, runs weekly at the main library on the Winter Street Courtyard. Rain location, Sohier Room. August 21: LOVE LOVE TRIO, vocal-and-lyric-driven ’60s and ’70s-inspired rock. Sponsored by the Friends of the Beverly Public Library.22
Thursday, August 226:30—7:00 PMStory Hour RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
A Little Night Music & Rhyme Ages 0-5
Join us for musical rhythmic fun! Dancing, shaking, moving and singing!For families and kids under 5 (or so). Sponsored by the Friends of the Beverly Public Library.23
Friday, August 2310:30—11:30 AMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Bebop Beats in Beverly
Join us for a fun-filled hour of songs, stories, and family friendly activities. For children of all ages and their caregivers. Presented by the CFCE of the North Shore. CFCE of the North Shore is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care awarded to the Peabody Public Schools.Friday, August 2311:00 AM—12:00 PMFogg RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
English Practice Group
Attention Adult English Language Learners of all levels! The library offers a weekly English Practice Group. These free gatherings, lead by local volunteers, center around common American English expressions, grammatical curiosities, useful vocabulary, and cultural references.…Learn MoreFriday, August 231:00—3:30 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Beverly Film Society Presents: Prometheus
Ridley Scott revived his beloved space-monster franchise in this film set in the deepest, coldest cosmic wastes. Michael Fassbender anchors (or is that undermines?) a crew of men and machines as it seeks the origins of humanity--and maybe hastens its end.24
Saturday, August 24Closed
Farms branch
Saturday, August 249:30—10:30 AMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Sewing Made Simple
Join us for some fabric fun! This four week session will start with hand sewing and take us to machine basics. Dust off that sewing machine and let’s get to work!Week one will involve sewing buttons, repairing loose hems and seam splits.…Learn MoreSaturday, August 243:00—4:00 PMEssex Street LawnMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Sohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Yoga on the Lawn
Join registered yoga teacher, Kelly Rusch as she takes us through a Vinyasa yoga class on front lawn. * Please bring a yoga mat or towel. *Rain Location: Sohier Room, Main LibraryQuestions? Contact Katie at knelson@noblenet. org.25
Sunday, August 25Closed
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Farms branch
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Thursday, August 296:30—7:00 PMStory Hour RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
A Little Night Music & Rhyme Ages 0-5
Join us for musical rhythmic fun! Dancing, shaking, moving and singing!For families and kids under 5 (or so). Sponsored by the Friends of the Beverly Public Library.30
Friday, August 3011:00 AM—12:00 PMFogg RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
English Practice Group
Attention Adult English Language Learners of all levels! The library offers a weekly English Practice Group. These free gatherings, lead by local volunteers, center around common American English expressions, grammatical curiosities, useful vocabulary, and cultural references.…Learn More31