All Events
Events in October 2020
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Stay at Home Story Time presents Stanley's Stories!
Stay at Home Story Time presents Stanley's Stories!
Mondays through December 21 @ 10AM on Manchester-by-the-Sea Facebook Live
Join Ms. Carol for songs, fingerplays and a story about everybody's favorite hamster: Stanley! by William BeePlease note: Unable to join in the live fun? No worries! You can view this story time and others by visiting our YouTube Playlist of Stay at Home Story Times HERE
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PJ Family Story Time presents Folktales from Around the World
PJ Family Story Time presents Folktales from Around the World
Tuesdays through December 22 @ 6:30PM on Manchester-by-the-Sea Facebook Live
Every week we will share a silly song and a folktale as retold by Margaret Read MacDonald in this all-ages story time. It’s fun to wear your PJs and gather up your family and favorite friends.
Please note: Unable to join in the live fun? No worries! You can view this story time and others by visiting our YouTube Playlist of PJ Family Story Times HERE
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No Curbside
No Curbside
The library will be closed on October 12th for the state holiday. Curbside Pickup will not be available on this day. Curbside Pickup will resume on Tuesday, October 13th from 4 PM - 7 PM.
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PJ Family Story Time presents Folktales from Around the World
PJ Family Story Time presents Folktales from Around the World
Tuesdays through December 22 @ 6:30PM on Manchester-by-the-Sea Facebook Live
Every week we will share a silly song and a folktale as retold by Margaret Read MacDonald in this all-ages story time. It’s fun to wear your PJs and gather up your family and favorite friends.
Please note: Unable to join in the live fun? No worries! You can view this story time and others by visiting our YouTube Playlist of PJ Family Story Times HERE
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Financial Aid & College Planning Workshop
Financial Aid & College Planning Workshop
With education costs rising year after year, paying for college is a concern for most families. Additionally, the financial aid process can be confusing, intimidating, and often frustrating. Here’s what you will learn at this 60-minute workshop:
· How families of all income levels may be eligible for financial aid
· Which colleges offer the best financial aid packages
· How to avoid costly mistakes on the FAFSA and CSS Profile
· How private universities can cost you less than a state school
· How students can potentially receive more free money and less loans
Presented by Jim Femia, Certified College Funding Specialist (CCFS) and member of the National Institute of Certified College Planners (NICCP).
Please register by emailing Maile Black mblack@manchesterpl.org or clicking Zoom Registration to automatically sign up. Registrants do not need to have a Zoom account nor do they need to register for one to sign up.
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Stay at Home Story Time presents Stanley's Stories!
Stay at Home Story Time presents Stanley's Stories!
Mondays through December 21 @ 10AM on Manchester-by-the-Sea Facebook Live
Join Ms. Carol for songs, fingerplays and a story about everybody's favorite hamster: Stanley! by William BeePlease note: Unable to join in the live fun? No worries! You can view this story time and others by visiting our YouTube Playlist of Stay at Home Story Times HERE
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PJ Family Story Time presents Folktales from Around the World
PJ Family Story Time presents Folktales from Around the World
Tuesdays through December 22 @ 6:30PM on Manchester-by-the-Sea Facebook Live
Every week we will share a silly song and a folktale as retold by Margaret Read MacDonald in this all-ages story time. It’s fun to wear your PJs and gather up your family and favorite friends.
Please note: Unable to join in the live fun? No worries! You can view this story time and others by visiting our YouTube Playlist of PJ Family Story Times HERE
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Teen Advisory Board
Teen Advisory Board
THE TEEN ADVISORY BOARD IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!
Join TAB, the Manchester Public Library’s Teen Advisory Board, and let your voice be heard!
- Receive Community Service Hours
- Plan and run YA programs and events
- Suggest YA titles and movies
- Someday, when we’re able…eat PIZZA!
We meet on Zoom on the third Wednesday of each month beginning on October 21st @ 6:30PM.
FOR STUDENTS GRADES 9-12. Pick up an application at school, on the library website, manchesterpl.org, or email mblack@manchesterpl.org
Teen Advisory Board Meeting–
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
October Teen Advisory Board Meeting
High schoolers in Manchester-Essex: The Teen Advisory Board, or TAB, plans all kinds of programs of special interest to local teens. Past programs included summer job fairs, bicycling, cooking, a graphic novelist, arts & crafts. TAB this year will be meeting (via Zoom at first) on the third Wednesday of every month starting October 21. Earn Community Service hours while eating pizza and organizing FUN times for your friends and neighbors!
Open to all teens, grades 9-12. For information contact Maile Black, Young Adult Librarian, at mblack@manchesterpl.org. Watch the events calendar for meetings.
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Slow River Studio's Create Calm Class
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Slow River Studio's Create Calm Class
On Wednesday, October 14th from 10:30-11:30 AM the Manchester Library is partnering with Slow River Studio in Essex to host a class where participants can make art in the beautiful October sunshine! Slow River Studio's Jonti Rodi will lead a free Calm Create introductory session for anyone interested in spending an hour drawing, chatting and creating!. All supplies will be provided. Simply bring a chair to sit in, and enjoy the relaxing and restorative benefits of creating with others. This activity is for folks who want to be creative, but are not sure where to start. Masks are required, social distancing is necessary, and supplies will be new or sanitized. Space will be limited so please contact Librarian Rachael Meneades at rmeneades@manchesterpl.org to reserve a spot.
Library Browsing Hours–
Library Browsing Hours
Library Browsing Hours
The Manchester Library is excited to announce that limited browsing hours by appointment only will be starting on Friday, October 23rd from 11 AM to 3 PM, with 11 AM being reserved for seniors and high risk patrons. Reservations for 45 minute browsing times will be available during the week of October 19th by calling the library at 978-526-7711. Please arrive on time to enjoy the full session to browse the collection, check out materials and to utilize self-service computer time, scanning, printing and faxing. Access to the computer must have an appointment as well. Masks and social distancing will be mandatory when inside the building, and staff will clean and sanitize between each session for safety. We ask that if you cannot make your appointed time to please call ahead and cancel so others will have a chance to enjoy this service.
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Stay at Home Story Time presents Stanley's Stories!
Stay at Home Story Time presents Stanley's Stories!
Mondays through December 21 @ 10AM on Manchester-by-the-Sea Facebook Live
Join Ms. Carol for songs, fingerplays and a story about everybody's favorite hamster: Stanley! by William BeePlease note: Unable to join in the live fun? No worries! You can view this story time and others by visiting our YouTube Playlist of Stay at Home Story Times HERE
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Diversity Matters Discussion Group
Diversity Matters Discussion Group
Diversity Matters Discussion Group
For October's Diversity Matters Reading on Tuesday, Oct 27th, 6:30 PM, join us on Zoom as we cover books by and about John Lewis. We have multiple copies of the following, and you can request a copy at www.manchesterpl.org from our online catalog, or call 978-526-7711, or email scollins@manchesterpl.org. Some of these books are “Across That Bridge”, John Lewis’ “March” series, his acclaimed trio of graphic novels covering his beginning years in the Civil Rights movement, and “His Truth is Marching On” by Jon Meacham. Please let any friends or neighbors, etc who might be interested, know of the readings and group. We are hoping to continue the exploration, thinking, and conversations of this important issue with more community members.
PJ Family Story Time presents Folktales from Around the WorldPJ Family Story Time presents Folktales from Around the World
Tuesdays through December 22 @ 6:30PM on Manchester-by-the-Sea Facebook Live
Every week we will share a silly song and a folktale as retold by Margaret Read MacDonald in this all-ages story time. It’s fun to wear your PJs and gather up your family and favorite friends.
Please note: Unable to join in the live fun? No worries! You can view this story time and others by visiting our YouTube Playlist of PJ Family Story Times HERE
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Manchester by the Sea Public Library's Night of Fright & Light
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Manchester by the Sea Public Library's Night of Fright & Light
Manchester by the Sea Public Library's Night of Fright & Light
Thursday, October 29 from 5:30-7:30PMWalk or drive by the Library Wall on Church Street to view lighted jack-o-lanterns and decorated pumpkins. You will be greeted by costumed Library staff who will safely share a treat with you! Create a pumpkin for the wall! Free pumpkin pick-up during curbside hours Monday, Oct 19 through Wednesday, Oct 28 (as supplies last). Then drop-off your pumpkins by 5PM on Thursday, 10/29 in time for the festivities! Please call the Library at 978-526-7711 for more details.
Special thanks to Utopia Farms and Hooper Fund for generously sponsoring this event!
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Mystery Book Group
Mystery Book Group
Meets the last Friday of the month at 10:30 AM. New Members are always welcome. For the date, times, and book of the month please click on the link below.
Library Browsing Hours–
Library Browsing Hours
Library Browsing Hours
The Manchester Library is excited to announce that limited browsing hours by appointment only will be starting on Friday, October 23rd from 11 AM to 3 PM, with 11 AM being reserved for seniors and high risk patrons. Reservations for 45 minute browsing times will be available during the week of October 19th by calling the library at 978-526-7711. Please arrive on time to enjoy the full session to browse the collection, check out materials and to utilize self-service computer time, scanning, printing and faxing. Access to the computer must have an appointment as well. Masks and social distancing will be mandatory when inside the building, and staff will clean and sanitize between each session for safety. We ask that if you cannot make your appointed time to please call ahead and cancel so others will have a chance to enjoy this service.
