Events

Press January 28, 2025

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For Kids and Families

Pajama Storytime

Thursday, February 6 at 6:00—7:00 PM

Join Miss Audrey for a cozy pajama storytime and craft the first Thursday of every month from 6-7. This program is for kids ages 4 and up and their families. 

Winter Storytimes

Wednesdays at 10:30—11:15 AM

Join Miss Audrey on Wednesdays at 10:30 am for stories, songs, and playtime. This program is for children ages 0-3 and their caregiver. 

For Adults

Author Hour: Helena Echlin (Virtual)

Tuesday, February 4 at 7:00—8:00 PM 

Author Helena Echlin will discuss her new thriller, “Clever Little Thing”, in conversation with author Tracy Sierra 

Author Hour: Charles B. Fancher (Virtual)

Wednesday, February 5 at 7:00—8:00 PM  

Author Charles B. Fancher will discuss his new historical novel, “Red Clay”, in conversation with Pulitzer Prize-winning syndicated columnist, author and professor Cynthia Tucker. 

Author Hour: Robert Dugoni (Virtual)

Thursday, February 6 at 7:00—8:00 PM

Bestselling author Robert Dugoni, along with co-authors Jeff Langholz and Chris Crabtree, will discuss their new World War II novel, “Hold Strong”. 

Author Hour: Carter Wilson (Virtual)

Friday, February 7 at 7:00—8:00 PM

Bestselling author Carter Wilson will discuss his new thriller, “Tell Me What You Did”, in conversation with bestselling author Wendy Walker, 

For more author talks and to register visit manchesterpl.org/events or call 978-526-7711. “Author Hour” is a series of virtual author talks this winter featuring some of the publishing industry’s top trending writers. These webinars — held from 7pm (ET) to 8pm (ET), Monday through Friday — are free and open to all. This series, which runs through March 20, 2025, is being promoted by more than 50 public libraries in Massachusetts. 

Beekeeping 101 with Local Beekeeper Mike Chapman

Saturday, February 1 at 11:00 AM—12:15 PM

Manchester residents Mike and Martha Chapman have been beekeepers for over 15 years. Last year, they had five hives at various locations around their neighborhood. Mike is a graduate of Essex County Beekeepers “Bee School”. This is a great intro for beginners looking to get connected and learn the basics. 

“Beekeeping 101” will be a brief discussion of bees and beekeeping based on Mike and Martha’s personal experiences over the years. We are so grateful for them sharing their expertise with the community. 

Hearthside Book Group: “The Berry Pickers”

Tuesday, February 4 at 4:00—5:00 PM

Join us in person at the library or on ZOOM to discuss “The Berry Pickers: A Novel” by Amanda Peters. 

About the Book: “A four-year-old Mi’kmaq girl goes missing from the blueberry fields of Maine, sparking a mystery that will haunt the survivors, unravel a family, and remain unsolved for nearly fifty years. A stunning debut about love, race, brutality, and the balm of forgiveness.”  

Contact Lori Dumont at ldumont@manchesterpl.org or at 978-526-7711 for further information. Copies of this book are available at the circulation desk, curbside pickup, by home delivery and as an e-book and digital audiobook on Libby. Sign up for Libby for free using your library card. 

Crowell Concert Series Featuring: Ize Trio

Tuesday, February 4 at 6:00—7:00 PM

The Library and Parks and Recreation are excited to offer a free, monthly concert series at the Crowell Chapel. On the 1st Tuesday of every month, join us at 6:00PM for music by the sea. 

Ize Trio is a multi-cultural ensemble featuring Chase Morrin (Piano), George Lernis (Percussion like Darbuka, Riq, and Bendir), and Naseem Alatrash (Cello). 

The story of Ize Trio begins in Boston at the Berklee Global Jazz Institute. This special program and community founded by Danilo Pérez brings students and mentors together from all over the globe to collaborate, innovate, and create global diplomacy through music. The three of us met through this community as students (and now professors) and became good friends. Inspired, we officially began the Ize Trio in 2019, seeking to bring our musical backgrounds from the US, Cyprus, and Palestine to the table and connecting through concepts of improvisation and Global Jazz.  

This program is made possible through a partnership with Manchester Parks and Recreation and funding from the Friends of the Manchester-by-the-Sea Library and a grant from the Manchester-by-the-Sea Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. 

Registrations are encouraged online or call 978-526-7711.  

Don’t miss the rest of the series: 

Mar 4 – Wangari Fahari is a Kenyan born American artist and social justice leader in North America and in Africa for over 17 years  

Apr 1 – Southern New Hampshire Ukulele Group  

May 6 – Briana Cash is an award-winning singer-songwriter. Her music has been licensed for TV and film. Her song, “Bad Dream” is considered in the 67th Grammy Awards. 

Tai Chi: Sun Style Form

Wednesdays at 9:45—10:45 AM

Offsite Location

Manchester local Susan Halpern will continue her weekly Tai Chi class for ages 18 and older from 9:45 -10:45 AM on Wednesdays. The class will focus on the Sun style which employs a more upright stance with small arm movements and short steps. The forms demand attention and stimulate good balance, attention, and stress reduction. 

Please complete the Safety Release Registration Form online before joining. Your information will be shared with the library and the Tai Chi instructor and will only be used for the purpose of coordinating the Tai Chi program. 

Create/Make for Adults: Book Art Hearts

Saturday, February 8 at 2:00—3:30 PM

With love in the air, we’ll make book art to match! February: Book Art Hearts 

Create/Make for Adults: We explore different mediums and projects each month. Please register so we can plan for adequate materials. This program is designed for adults, but no artistic experience is necessary. Come enjoy crafting and community! 

Knit Together 

Tuesdays at 2:00—3:00 PM 

Begin a new project or finish one you’ve already started. Enjoy tea, cookies and company.  

New to knitting? Start a simple project with needles and yarn provided by the library. Join us by the fireplace and let’s knit together! 

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