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Monday, August 12:00—4:00 PMTeen RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Teen Room Pop Up: Fabric Bags
Drop in the Teen Room and get crafty! Decorate your own fabric bag.
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Tuesday, August 29:30—10:00 AMBeverly Common
Books and Babies Story Time: Newborn to 18 Months
Join us on the Beverly Common, across from the library, for Books and Babies! In our Books and Babies Story Time we read simple board books and share 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.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 210:30—11:00 AMBeverly Common
Toddler Story Time: 18 Months to 3 Years
Join us on the Beverly Common, across from the library, to listen to three or four stories and participate in singing songs and learning finger plays led by one of our cheerful and experienced librarians. Please bring a blanket to sit on. Please limit registrations to one story time per week, per age group.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 211:15—11:45 AMBeverly Common
Toddler Story Time: 18 Months to 3 Years
Join us on the Beverly Common, across from the library, to listen to three or four stories and participate in singing songs and learning finger plays led by one of our cheerful and experienced librarians. Please bring a blanket to sit on. Please limit registrations to one story time per week, per age group.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 212:30—1:00 PMBeverly Common
Books and Babies Story Time: Newborn to 18 Months
Join us on the Beverly Common, across from the library, for Books and Babies! In our Books and Babies Story Time we read simple board books and share 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.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 26:00—8:00 PMConrad RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Teen Scene Drop In [Farms]
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Calling all teens! Katie C. will provide a low-key craft, but please feel free to bring anything you've been working on, or just come to exist in a welcoming space. Drop in or stay the whole time - your choice! Contact Katie C. at kcarlson@noblenet. org with questions.3
Wednesday, August 39:30—10:00 AMBeverly Common
Books and Babies Story Time: Newborn to 18 Months
Join us on the Beverly Common, across from the library, for Books and Babies! In our Books and Babies Story Time we read simple board books and share 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.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 310:30—11:15 AMJackson RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Book Buzz: Story Time [Farms]
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Join Katie Bug for a story time geared towards our youngest patrons!There will be songs, rhymes, and sometimes felt board activities as well!Please email Katie at kcarlson@noblenet. orgwith any questions.Wednesday, August 310:30—11:00 AMBeverly Common
Toddler Story Time: 18 Months to 3 Years
Join us on the Beverly Common, across from the library, to listen to three or four stories and participate in singing songs and learning finger plays led by one of our cheerful and experienced librarians. Please bring a blanket to sit on. Please limit registrations to one story time per week, per age group.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 311:15—11:45 AMBeverly Common
Preschool Story Time: Aged 3 and older
Join us on the Beverly Common, across from the library for three or four stories, songs, and stretches, with a take home craft. Please bring a blanket to sit on. Please limit registrations to one story time per week, per age group. Questions? Call 978-921-6062 or email Liz at caffi@noblenet.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 32:00—3:00 PMConrad RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Farms Branch LawnFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Lawn Games [Farms]
We’ll have hula hoops, cornhole, and stick horses ready for you to horse around! Rain location: Conrad Room Questions? Email Katie C. at kcarlson@noblenet. org.
Wednesday, August 36:00—7:00 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Winter Street CourtyardMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Summer Sounds - Colorado Bob
Summer Sounds, our free outdoor concert series featuring local musicians, runs at the main library on select Wednesdays in the Winter Street Courtyard. Rain location: Sohier Room. August 3: Colorado Bob playing a mix of bluesy rootsy rock. Sponsored by the Friends of the Beverly Public Library.4
Thursday, August 41:00—3:00 PMConrad RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Teen Scene Drop In [Farms]
Calling all teens! Katie C. will provide a low-key craft, but please feel free to bring anything you've been working on, or just come to exist in a welcoming space. Drop in or stay the whole time - your choice! Contact Katie C. at kcarlson@noblenet. org with questions.Thursday, August 42:00—3:30 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Minute to Win It
Do you have what it takes? Come try your hand at a bunch of silly challenges, all in under a minute! Sponsored by the Friends of the Beverly Library.Thursday, August 44:45—5:45 PMFarms Branch LawnFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Water Balloon Bonanza! [Farms] (RAIN DATE)
Put your best battle face on and get ready for a water balloon bonanza!Questions? Contact Katie at kcarlson@noblenet. org.
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Friday, August 510:00—11:00 AMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Modern Love Book Discussion Group
The Beverly Public Library's Modern Love Book Discussion Group meets on the 2nd Friday of each month from 10-11 AM. New members are always welcome - come once or as often as you'd like.
This month we are reading My Oxford Year by Julia Whelan.…Learn More
Friday, August 510:30—11:15 AMConrad RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Music with Dara [Farms]
Join Dara for songs, music and instruments for 18 months to 5 years old. Contact Dorothea at lam@noblenet. org with questions.
Friday, August 512:00—1:00 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Community Zen
We are offering a dedicated time for connection with others to discover the basics of meditation practice and make contact with our own stability and sanity. Sessions will include brief instruction in sitting posture, teachings for well-being and healing, and practices for working with the mind, along with guided meditation for grounding and centering.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 6Closed
Farms branch
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Sunday, August 7Closed
Main Library
Farms branch
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Monday, August 810:30—11:15 AMJackson RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Book Buzz: Story Time [Farms]
Join us every Monday for a story time geared towards our little older children. There will be stories, songs and rhymes. Email Dorothea at lam@noblenet. org with any questions.
Monday, August 82:00—4:00 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Teen Room Pop Up: Tangrams
Drop in the Sohier Room and get crafty! Get creative with triangle stamps and ink.
Monday, August 82:00—2:30 PMOnline
REMOTE VIA FACEBOOK: Katie Bug Crafts: Hippo
Create a hungry hungry hippo with Katie Bug on Facebook! Learn some weird animal facts, then hear about books featuring hippopotami! Craft bags with all parts will be available for pickup at the main library and Farms branch starting on Monday, August 1, while supplies last.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 99:30—10:00 AMBeverly Common
Books and Babies Story Time: Newborn to 18 Months
Join us on the Beverly Common, across from the library, for Books and Babies! In our Books and Babies Story Time we read simple board books and share 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.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 910:30—11:00 AMBeverly Common
Toddler Story Time: 18 Months to 3 Years
Join us on the Beverly Common, across from the library, to listen to three or four stories and participate in singing songs and learning finger plays led by one of our cheerful and experienced librarians. Please bring a blanket to sit on. Please limit registrations to one story time per week, per age group.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 911:15—11:45 AMBeverly Common
Toddler Story Time: 18 Months to 3 Years
Join us on the Beverly Common, across from the library, to listen to three or four stories and participate in singing songs and learning finger plays led by one of our cheerful and experienced librarians. Please bring a blanket to sit on. Please limit registrations to one story time per week, per age group.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 912:30—1:00 PMBeverly Common
Books and Babies Story Time: Newborn to 18 Months
Join us on the Beverly Common, across from the library, for Books and Babies! In our Books and Babies Story Time we read simple board books and share 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.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 92:00—3:00 PMConrad RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Farms Branch LawnFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Summer Crafts in the Park with Suzanne: Summer Journals [Farms]
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Join Suzanne to make a magnificent book to keep track of your summer adventures, and take part in a mini scavenger hunt! Rain location: Conrad RoomContact Katie at kcarlson@noblenet. org with questions.Tuesday, August 93:30—5:00 PMWinter Street CourtyardMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
CANCELED - Downtown Clean Up
Come clean up downtown Beverly! Do some volunteer hours and have some pizza while helping to beautify our city. All supplies provided. No rain dates; the program will be canceled if there is bad weather.
Tuesday, August 97:00—8:30 PMConrad RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Who Gives a Craft? [Farms]
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This month we'll be making wire wrapped pendants. Feel free to bring a treasure you want to beautify via wrapping. All necessary materials will be provided. Contact Katie C at kcarlson@noblenet. org with questions (and suggestions).10
Wednesday, August 109:30—10:00 AMBeverly Common
Books and Babies Story Time: Newborn to 18 Months
Join us on the Beverly Common, across from the library, for Books and Babies! In our Books and Babies Story Time we read simple board books and share 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.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 1010:30—11:00 AMBeverly Common
Toddler Story Time: 18 Months to 3 Years
Join us on the Beverly Common, across from the library, to listen to three or four stories and participate in singing songs and learning finger plays led by one of our cheerful and experienced librarians. Please bring a blanket to sit on. Please limit registrations to one story time per week, per age group.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 1011:00 AM—12:00 PMConrad RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Farms Branch LawnFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Friendship Bracelets [Farms]
Make a bracelet for your friend, your pet, your parent, or yourself! We’ll have some easy patterns to follow, as well as materials. Rain location: Conrad RoomQuestions? Contact Katie C. at kcarlson@noblenet. org.
Wednesday, August 1011:15—11:45 AMBeverly Common
Preschool Story Time: Aged 3 and older
Join us on the Beverly Common, across from the library for three or four stories, songs, and stretches, with a take home craft. Please bring a blanket to sit on. Please limit registrations to one story time per week, per age group. Questions? Call 978-921-6062 or email Liz at caffi@noblenet.…Learn More
Wednesday, August 102:00—3:30 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Silent Library
Can you stay silent in the library? Come try some activities without making a sound. Sponsored by the Friends of the Beverly Public Library.Wednesday, August 106:00—7:00 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Winter Street CourtyardMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Summer Sounds - Wangari Fahari
Summer Sounds, our free outdoor concert series featuring local musicians, runs at the main library on select Wednesdays in the Winter Street Courtyard. Rain location: Sohier Room. August 10: WANGARI FAHARI playing modern African music. Sponsored by the Friends of the Beverly Public Library.11
Thursday, August 1110:30—10:45 AMOnline
REMOTE VIA FACEBOOK: Music and Movement with MaryBeth Maes! Presented by the CFCE
Get moving and grooving with musician, MaryBeth Maes on Facebook! Everyone is welcome to sing, dance, and join the fun. Questions? Contact Margie at mcclory@noblenet. org. This program is funded by the Coordinated Family & Community Engagement grant from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care awarded to Peabody Public Schools to serve families on the North Shore.
Thursday, August 113:30—4:30 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
LEGO Club
Join in the free building fun! Your creations will go on display in the Children’s Room! For children in preschool to grade 5. Questions? Contact Liz at caffi@noblenet. org.
Thursday, August 117:00—8:00 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Cookbook Club: The Forest Feast
Read and cook something out of The Forest Feast by Erin Gleeson. Find the book on hoopla. If you loved what you made, feel free to bring some to Cookbook Club in individually wrapped portions. Questions? Contact Katie at knelson@noblenet. org.
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Friday, August 1212:00—1:00 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Community Zen
Join us for the final program of the summer! This is a dedicated time for connection with others to discover the basics of meditation practice and make contact with our own stability and sanity. Sessions will include brief instruction in sitting posture, teachings for well-being and healing, and practices for working with the mind, along with guided meditation for grounding and centering.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 13Closed
Farms branch
Saturday, August 1310:00—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 stories. This half-hour program is geared toward children to age 5 and their parents and caregivers. Questions? Contact Margie at mcclory@noblenet. org. Sponsored by the Friends of the Beverly Public Library.14
Sunday, August 14Closed
Main Library
Farms branch
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Monday, August 157:00—8:30 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
LGBTQ Book Discussion Group
The Beverly Public 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. This month we are reading Yerba Buena by Nina LaCour. This may be available as a digital audiobook or eBook via OverDrive or hoopla.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 163:30—4:15 PMArts & Crafts RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
STEAM Story Time - Perspective in Art!
STEAM story time for children ages 6-10 incorporates science concepts with stories and activities. This month, we will explore perspective in art! We will experiment with different lighting, colors, angles, and more to see how one object's appearance can change depending on how we look at it.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 167:00—8:30 PMJackson RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
All-A-Board Game Night [Farms]
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If the punny title didn’t give it away…. join us for a board game night! Contact Katie at kcarlson@noblenet. org with questions and suggestions!Tuesday, August 167:30—8:45 PMFogg RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Tuesday Evening Book Discussion
The Beverly Public Library's Tuesday Evening Book Discussion Group meets from 7:30 - 8:45 PM on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. New members are always welcome - come once or as often as you'd like. Join us in the Fogg Room on August 16 to discuss The Berlin Stories, Christopher Isherwood's classic, peerlessly entertaining fantasia on the twilight of Germany's Jazz Age.…Learn More17
Wednesday, August 173:30—4:30 PMConrad RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
LEGO Club [Farms]
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Use your creative imagination to create amazing LEGO formations that we'll display at the Farms library. Registration is required.18
Thursday, August 187:00—8:15 PMConrad RoomFarms branch24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Book Discussion Group [Farms]
The Beverly Farms Library's Book Discussion Group meets on the third Thursday of each month from 7 PM. New members are always welcome!This month we are reading The Vanishing half by Brit Bennett. This may be available as a digital audiobook or eBook via OverDrive or hooplabook titles in our catalog, visit our Book Groups page.…Learn More
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Friday, August 193:30—4:30 PMArts & Crafts RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Science Squad
Science Squad activate! This monthly series will explore different scientific topics geared towards 2nd - 5th graders. This month we will be exploring fingerprints! Please note: we will be using balloons that may contain latex. Registration required. Contact Katie C at kcarlson@noblenet.…Learn More20
Saturday, August 20Closed
Farms branch
Saturday, August 209:30—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! Contact Katie C at kcarlson@noblenet. org with questions. It is up to the individual to determine their level of comfort and acceptable risk when attending programs.…Learn More
Saturday, August 2010:30—11:15 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! Contact Katie C at kcarlson@noblenet. org with questionsIt is up to the individual to determine their level of comfort and acceptable risk when attending programs. Please be aware of the following before you register for story time The Story Time Room is small.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 21Closed
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Wednesday, August 243:30—6:00 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Ukulele Day (Grades 4-12)
Drop in and learn how to play a ukulele, try out various sizes and styles of ukes, perform solo or with others, and listen to mini-concerts by Dave Maloof. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Beverly Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
Wednesday, August 246:30—8:00 PMOff-site
Books & Brews Book Discussion
The Beverly Public Library's Books & Brews meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month from 6:30 - 8 PM. Titles will include bestselling fiction and nonfiction by popular authors. New members are always welcome. Registration is required for each month you attend.…Learn More25
Thursday, August 2510:30—10:45 AMOnline
REMOTE VIA FACEBOOK: Music and Movement with MaryBeth Maes! Presented by the CFCE
Get moving and grooving with musician, MaryBeth Maes on Facebook! Everyone is welcome to sing, dance, and join the fun. Contact Margie at mcclory@noblenet. org with any questions. This program is funded by the Coordinated Family & Community Engagement grant from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care awarded to Peabody Public Schools to serve families on the North Shore.
Thursday, August 256:30—8:30 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Holy Fire Reiki
Reiki is a natural form of hands-on healing that provides physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits. It helps you become more grounded and in touch with intuition. It also helps you to connect to your higher self, giving you more clarity, inner peace, and direction.…Learn More
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Saturday, August 27Closed
Farms branch
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Sunday, August 28Closed
Main Library
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Tuesday, August 307:00—8:30 PMSohier RoomMain Library32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915
Beverly Common
Scary Stories to Tell in the Park
August 30 is National Toasted Marshmallow Day. What better way to celebrate than eating s’mores and telling spooky stories? Come prepared to tell your spookiest story! Rain location: Sohier Room, Main Library31