Press February 25, 2025

February is Love your Library month!

This year, you can help us let legislators know how much the library means to you by telling your library story. Go to lovemasslibraries.com to share how the library has helped you. When you let them know why you love the library, you will be letting us know as well. We will be collecting your stories, too, to help us shape the library’s future in our next strategic plan. 

For Kids and Families

Seaside Saturdays

Saturday, March 1 at 10:15—11:00 AM

Early Childhood Partners CFCE’s present Seaside Saturdays at the library! Saturday, March 1st join Mr. Jeremy for an early literacy music and movement storytime. This event is for ages 0-6. Registration is requested but not required. You can register at www.earlychildhoodpartners.com, or by calling 978-468-5489. 

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: Karen Thompson Walker in conversation with Angie Kim (Virtual)

Monday, March 3 at 7:00—8:00 PM

Bestselling author Karen Thompson Walker will discuss her new novel, “The Strange Case of Jane O.”, in conversation with bestselling author Angie Kim. 

Author Hour: Kelley Armstrong

Tuesday, March 4 at 7:00—8:00 PM

Bestselling author Kelley Armstrong will discuss her new mystery, “Cold as Hell: A Haven’s Rock Novel.” 

Author Hour: Callan Wink

Wednesday, March 5 at 7:00—8:00 PM

Bestselling author Callan Wink will discuss his new novel, “Beartooth.” 

Author Hour: Allen Eskens

Tuesday, March 11 at 7:00—8:00 PM

Bestselling author Allen Eskens will discuss his new thriller, “The Quiet Librarian.” 

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. 

Mystery Book Group: “The Blood Promise”

Friday, February 28 at 10:30—11:30 AM

The Manchester Mystery Book Group meets on the last Friday of the month at 10:30AM. This February we are reading “The Blood Promise” by Mark Pryor. This meeting will occur in person at the library and over Zoom. Email mwillwerth@manchesterpl.org if you have any questions. 

Physical copies will be available at the circulation desk and an ebooks and digital audiobooks are available for free through the Hoopla app. Sign up for free using your library card. New members are always welcome.  

Hearthside Book Group: “Prides Crossing” 

Tuesday, March 4 at 4:00—5:00 PM 

Join us in person at the library or on ZOOM to discuss “Prides Crossing: The Unbridled Life And Impatient Time Of Eleonora Sears” by Peggy Miller Franck. 

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, and by home delivery. 

Crowell Concert Series Featuring: Wangari Fahari

Tuesday, March 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. 

Wangari Fahari is a Kenyan born American artist and social justice leader in North America and in Africa for over 17 years. Today Wangari Fahari is one of North America’s and Africa’s fastest-growing independent global artists in the commonwealth crowned an Eastern, MA Rising Star after receiving the Andrea C. Silbert award, May of 2023 from the Center For Women Enterprise in Boston. 

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. Due to the registration volume, we will be hosting this event at the Crowell Chapel. 

Create/Make for Adults: Embroidery Journaling

Saturday, March 8 at 2:00—3:30 PM

Join us to learn 12 basic embroidery stitches and then begin your own embroidery journal for 2025! 

Each month we explore different mediums and projects. Please register online or by calling 978-526-7711 so we can plan for adequate materials. This program is designed for adults, but no artistic experience is necessary. Come enjoy crafting and community! 

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