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Library Closing Early Friday August 2 at 1:00PM

The Manchester Library will close early at 1:00 PM on Friday, August 2nd to prepare for the Manchester Friends of the Library’s Annual Summer Book Sale being held this year on the front lawn. 

Friends of the Library Book Sale 

Saturday, August 3 from 9:00AM–4:00PM 

It’s back! The ever-popular Manchester Friends of the Library Book Sale returns this August 3rd during Festival by the Sea. Come to the Manchester Library and take advantage of deals and steals in hardcover fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, DVDs, puzzles and more! Cash, checks, credit cards and apple pay are all accepted. All proceeds benefit the Manchester-by-the-Sea Public Library.  

Don’t miss this chance to get amazing books and more while supporting the Friends of the Library who have sponsored the permanent StoryWalk, beautiful landscaping, library lawn furniture, new Reference Room furniture, museum passes and countless library programs through decades of support. Our Library could not do any of these amazing things without them! 

The Music Man Visits the Book Sale

Saturday, August 3 from 10:00–11:00AM

The Music Man, Brian Doser, will be performing on the library lawn. Known for his lively performances, Brian Doser brings music and joy to toddlers and their caregivers. Sing and dance along with the Music Man, pick up some great used books, and support the local library too. Don’t miss this wonderful event!  

MBTS Library Summer Reading

It’s summer reading time at the library, so game on with our Bookopoly activity boards. All ages can stop in to pick up a Bookopoly board and complete activities for a chance to win amazing prizes. All kids, age 0-12 who return a completed board will win a Topsfield Fair prize pack. Teens will be entered into a raffle to win Canobie Lake Park passes and adults have a chance to win The Castle: Gaming Café and Restaurant gift certificates. Come and enjoy a community game night, escape room and events for all ages. Check out manchesterpl.org/kids-teens-adults/summer-reading for more info and get in the game! 

News & Events for Kids and Families

Family Concert at Masconomo Park!

Monday, August 5 at 11:00—11:45 AM

Ants on a Log plays music for children and other childlike people. Their award-winning music centers positivity, social justice, and silliness. Full of humor and harmony, Ants concerts are energetic, interactive, and a delight for children and adults. This concert will be at Masconomo Park, 60 Beach St, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944 with a rain location of Rockport Public Library, 17 School Street, Rockport, MA 01966. 

This program is presented in collaboration with Rockport Public Library and Sawyer Free Library. 

Library Olympics!

Thursday, August 8 at 3:00—4:15 PM

Do you have what it takes to be a librarian? Come test yourself with feats of strength, agility, and bravery during the first annual Library Olympics! Athletes will race book carts, balance books, and more! This event is for ages 8-12. Register on the library website. 

Summer Storytimes

Wednesdays at 10:30—11:15 AM

Join Miss Audrey for Summer Storytime every Wednesday at 10:30! This program is for ages 0-3 and runs until September. 

Summer Art and Sensory

Wednesdays at 3:00—4:00 PM

Art & Sensory encourages students to explore their creativity through the fun of using many different art materials. The projects are always step by step, hands on to encourage sensory guidance/fine motor skills and to help create individual masterpieces! Come get messy with us this summer! For grades preschool through grade five. Registration is required online as space is limited. 

News & Events for Teens and Young Adults

Shipwreck Escape Room

Monday, July 29—Friday, August 2 – During Library’s Open Hours

All week we are challenging you to escape from a ship wreck at the Manchester by the Sea Public Library. While the library is open you and your team of up to 6 can solve puzzles and find clues to see if you can escape in time. Can you escape in 30 minutes? Register for a slot online. 

This event is for all ages. Come back again and again and see if you can beat your previous time. 

News & Events for Adults

Hearthside Book Group: “Mercury Pictures Presents”

Tuesday, August 6 at 4:00—5:00 PM

Join in person at the library or on ZOOM to discuss “Mercury Pictures Presents” by Anthony Marra. 

Copies are available at the circulation desk, by home delivery, and curbside pick. They are also available for free as an ebook and digital audiobook on the Libby app. 

Contact Lori Dumont at ldumont@manchesterpl.org or at 978-526-7711 for further information. 

“50 Hikes in Eastern Massachusetts” with Author M. Bilis (Virtual)

Tuesday, August 6 at 7:00—8:00 PM

Author, Madeline Bilis will join us to chat about her book “50 Hikes in Eastern Massachusetts”. We’ll focus on coastal view walks. Maybe we can even get Madeline to discuss her favorite pizza shops along the way. As you gear up for the end of summer, you won’t want to miss this! 

About the book: In this first-edition guide, Madeline Bilis shares her years of outdoors experience in the Boston area, providing 50 hikes for people of all skill and experience levels. While the Berkshires tend to get all recognition when it comes to hiking in Massachusetts, the eastern part of the state is packed with treasures for lovers of the outdoors. 

This program is made possible through a partnership with the Ashland Public Library and is hosted in collaboration with a multitude of MA & NH libraries.  

Whole Body Anatomical Donation (Virtual)

Thursday, August 8 at 7:00—8:00 PM

This program will be recorded. A link to the recording will be shared with everyone who registers. 

Join Robert Bouchie, Boston University’s School of Medicine’s Anatomical Lab director for an informative talk regarding the history, practice, ethics, and legalities of whole body anatomical donation. 

Historically, acquisition of bodies for research, education, and more nefarious purposes has had a troubling, if not outright, illegal and immoral past. There was a time, when the trade of stolen bodies was a thriving and lucrative business, powered by a demand from some of the most respected individuals in society. Body snatchers, or resurrectionists, as they were also known, were commonly employed by medical schools and anatomists to advance their knowledge. Bodies were snatched regularly and without consideration and the epidemic resulted in about 500 stolen bodies per school year in some cities. 

Times have changed and, today, whole body anatomical donation is a well regulated, respectful, ethical practice, supplying medical schools and researchers with the means to teach, learn, and further medical knowledge. 

This program is made possible through a partnership with the Memorial Hall Library. 

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults (Virtual)

Mondays, August 12 and 26 at 7:00—9:00 PM

Have you ever wanted to try playing Dungeons and Dragons and don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’ve played before but don’t have a regular group? Whatever your level of experience come join us for a one-shot adventure! Hamilton Wenham’s Reference and Technology Librarian – Lindley and Manchester-by-the-Sea’s Head of Adult and Reference Services – Maddy will alternate being your Game Master for these two-hour sessions. 

This event is made possible through a partnership with the Hamilton Wenham Public Library. 

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