Crafternoon: Printmaking

Drop in and work on a craft! Work on a craft Katie will supply or bring something of your own to work on. Stop by for a few minutes or the whole time. Open to grades 6-12. Questions? Email Katie at knelson@noblenet.org. Spo......More

Drop in and work on a craft! Work on a craft Katie will supply or bring something of your own to work on. Stop by for a few minutes or the whole time. Open to grades 6-12. Questions? Email Katie at knelson@noblenet.org. Sponsored by the Friends of the Beverly Public Library.  https://beverlypubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/crafternoon-41/

Sohier Room Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

Sci-fi & Fantasy Book Group

The Beverly Public Library's Sci-fi & Fantasy Book Discussion Group meets on the third Wednesday of each month, from 7-8:30 PM. New members are always welcome - come once or as often as you'd like. This month we are reading Witch King by Martha Wells. This may be av......More

The Beverly Public Library's Sci-fi & Fantasy Book Discussion Group meets on the third Wednesday of each month, from 7-8:30 PM. New members are always welcome - come once or as often as you'd like. This month we are reading Witch King by Martha Wells. This may be available as an audiobook or eBook via OverDrive or hoopla. To view titles in our catalog, visit our Book Groups page. Questions? Contact Graham at ggoss@noblenet.org. https://beverlypubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/sci-fi-fantasy-book-group-18/

Fogg Room Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

Drop-in Tech Support

Bring in your computers and other devices to get personal assistance and tech support from one of our volunteer digital navigators. Drop-in Tech Support will be available from 6-7:30 PM every Thursday through the end of May at the tables in the 2nd Floor Reference Are......More

Bring in your computers and other devices to get personal assistance and tech support from one of our volunteer digital navigators. Drop-in Tech Support will be available from 6-7:30 PM every Thursday through the end of May at the tables in the 2nd Floor Reference Area. Questions? Contact Kerri at kmaclaury@noblenet.org. https://beverlypubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/drop-in-tech-support-31/

Reference Area (2nd floor) Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

Tween Nights: Robots

Join us each month to try out a different activity! This month try out the library's robots! Code with Dash & use Cubelet robot blocks to design your own robot!  Questions? Contact Kate at carpine@noblenet.org. For kids grad......More

Join us each month to try out a different activity! This month try out the library's robots! Code with Dash & use Cubelet robot blocks to design your own robot!  Questions? Contact Kate at carpine@noblenet.org. For kids grades 3-5. https://beverlypubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tween-nights-3/

Sohier Room Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

Community Zen

We are offering a dedicated time 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......More

We are offering a dedicated time 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. Led by Zen Center's founder Joan Amaral, this is a great opportunity for asking questions about meditation and connecting with others who are also seeking support and encouragement in times of upheaval. Partnership with the Zen Center North Shore. Please note: Silent Zen meditation is from 11:30 AM-12 PM with class from 12-1 PM. You may attend any or all sessions. Questions? Contact Ona at ridenour@noblenet.org. https://beverlypubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/community-zen-125/

Barnet Gallery Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

Drop-in Tech Support Social

Instead of an ice cream social to celebrate Older Americans Month, we are hosting a Drop-in Tech Support Social on Tuesday, May 27 from 11 AM-3 PM in the Sohier Room! Come hang out and connect with your fellow community members and/or bring in your devices to get tech......More

Instead of an ice cream social to celebrate Older Americans Month, we are hosting a Drop-in Tech Support Social on Tuesday, May 27 from 11 AM-3 PM in the Sohier Room! Come hang out and connect with your fellow community members and/or bring in your devices to get tech support from one of our dedicated tech volunteers. Light refreshments and snacks will be available! Questions? Contact Kerri at kmaclaury@noblenet.org or call 978-921-6062 ext. 2120. In partnership with The University of Lowell Digital Equity Partnership. Information about Older Americans Month Every May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month (OAM), a time to recognize older Americans' contributions, highlight aging trends, and reaffirm our commitment to serving older adults. The 2025 theme, Flip the Script on Aging, focuses on transforming how society perceives, talks about, and approaches aging. It encourages individuals and communities to challenge stereotypes and dispel misconceptions. This year, join us in honoring older adults’ contributions, exploring the many opportunities for staying active and engaged as we age, and highlighting the opportunities for purpose, exploration, and connection that come with aging. https://beverlypubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/drop-in-tech-support-social/

Sohier Room Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

Library Trustees

Open to the public. https://beverlypubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/library-trustees-88/

Fogg Room Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

Who Gives a Craft?

Join us for this monthly craft gathering for adults. In May we will be decorating glass vases! Come with creativity, and we’ll provide the rest! Questions or suggestions? Contact Katie C at kcarlson@noblenet.org. Sponsored ......More

Join us for this monthly craft gathering for adults. In May we will be decorating glass vases! Come with creativity, and we’ll provide the rest! Questions or suggestions? Contact Katie C at kcarlson@noblenet.org. Sponsored by the Friends of the Beverly Farms Library. NOTE: We expect to meet at the main library in the Barnet Gallery  while the Farms branch is closed. https://beverlypubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/who-gives-a-craft-farms-36/

Barnet Gallery Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

Books & Brews Book Group

The Books & Brews Book Group typically meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month from 6:30 - 8 PM at one of the brewery taprooms in Beverly. Registration is required each month and you must be 21+ to attend. New members are always welcome. Location information will be ......More

The Books & Brews Book Group typically meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month from 6:30 - 8 PM at one of the brewery taprooms in Beverly. Registration is required each month and you must be 21+ to attend. New members are always welcome. Location information will be sent to registered attendees a few days prior to the group meeting. This month we will be reading Anxious People by Fredrik Backman. This book group reads bestselling fiction and nonfiction, occasional classics, and some other genres sprinkled in here and there. Discussion books are on reserve at the 2nd floor checkout desk and may be checked out during open hours--ask staff for the "Books & Brews" book. To view titles in our catalog visit our Book Groups page. Titles may also be available on CD, or as a digital audiobook or eBook via OverDrive or hoopla. Questions? Contact Kerri MacLaury at kmaclaury@noblenet.org or 978-921-6062, ext. 2120. https://beverlypubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/books-brews-book-group-29/

Off-site

Intro to Zen

Join us this spring for a free monthly class series on the basics of Zen. Each class will be led by Joan Amaral, Zen Center North Shore (ZCNS) founder and guiding teacher, along with a senior ZCNS practitioner. This is a great introduction to Zen practice and teaching......More

Join us this spring for a free monthly class series on the basics of Zen. Each class will be led by Joan Amaral, Zen Center North Shore (ZCNS) founder and guiding teacher, along with a senior ZCNS practitioner. This is a great introduction to Zen practice and teachings, and also a way for experienced practitioners to refresh their knowledge. Open to all. In partnership with the Zen Center North Shore. The structure of the class: 7:00-7:20 PM Basic Sitting Instruction and Zazen (seated meditation) 7:20-7:30 PM Kinhin (walking meditation) 7:30-7:45 PM Teaching 7:45-8:00 PM Movement 8:00-8:15 PM Abbreviated Way-Seeking Mind Talk by ZCNS senior practitioner 8:15-8:30 PM Conversation and Closing Questions? Contact Ona at ridenour@noblenet.org. https://beverlypubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/intro-to-zen-5/

Barnet Gallery Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

Drop-in Tech Support

Bring in your computers and other devices to get personal assistance and tech support from one of our volunteer digital navigators. Drop-in Tech Support will be available from 6-7:30 PM every Thursday through the end of May at the tables in the 2nd Floor Reference Are......More

Bring in your computers and other devices to get personal assistance and tech support from one of our volunteer digital navigators. Drop-in Tech Support will be available from 6-7:30 PM every Thursday through the end of May at the tables in the 2nd Floor Reference Area. Questions? Contact Kerri at kmaclaury@noblenet.org. https://beverlypubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/drop-in-tech-support-32/

Reference Area (2nd floor) Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

Beverly Farms Book Discussion Group

The Beverly Farms Library's Book Discussion Group meets on the third Thursday of each month from 7 - 8:30 PM. New members are always welcome - come once or as often as you'd like. This month we are reading ......More

The Beverly Farms Library's Book Discussion Group meets on the third Thursday of each month from 7 - 8:30 PM. New members are always welcome - come once or as often as you'd like. This month we are reading The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel. Copies are at the Checkout Desk. They may also be available as an audiobook or eBook via OverDrive or hoopla. To view titles in our catalog, visit our Book Groups page. Location TBD Questions? Contact Dorothea at lam@noblenet.org. https://beverlypubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/beverly-farms-book-discussion-group-44/

Conrad Room Farms branch, 24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

Community Zen

We are offering a dedicated time 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......More

We are offering a dedicated time 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. Led by Zen Center's founder Joan Amaral, this is a great opportunity for asking questions about meditation and connecting with others who are also seeking support and encouragement in times of upheaval. Partnership with the Zen Center North Shore. Please note: Silent Zen meditation is from 11:30 AM-12 PM with class from 12-1 PM. You may attend any or all sessions. Questions? Contact Ona at ridenour@noblenet.org. https://beverlypubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/community-zen-126/

Barnet Gallery Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

Anti-Boredom Art Club: Patchwork Printing-Palooza

Print your own custom made patch! With a wide variety of colorful fabrics and inks to choose from, learn basic printmaking techniques to make multiple artistic designs. Participants encouraged to bring their own clothes from home to print on. Plenty of materials for h......More

Print your own custom made patch! With a wide variety of colorful fabrics and inks to choose from, learn basic printmaking techniques to make multiple artistic designs. Participants encouraged to bring their own clothes from home to print on. Plenty of materials for hand sewing available that day as well. All skill levels welcome! Led by InkWell Art Instructor Bruce Orr.  For teens in grades 6-12. Sponsored by the Beverly Cultural Council in partnership with the Mass Cultural Council. Questions? Contact Katie N. at knelson@noblenet.org. https://beverlypubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/anti-boredom-art-club-3/

Sohier Room Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915