D&D group

Session for a running Dungeons and Dragons group Use of the library's meeting rooms does not imply endorsement by Library Staff, Board of Library Trustees, or Town Officials of the viewpoints presented. https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-stu......More

Session for a running Dungeons and Dragons group Use of the library's meeting rooms does not imply endorsement by Library Staff, Board of Library Trustees, or Town Officials of the viewpoints presented. https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/d-d-group-4/

Classroom Peabody Institute Library of Danvers, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Revere Beach Memories

Revere Beach Then & Now One Hour Show but a Lifetime of Memories!  The program presented by Bob Upton features a one hour presentation and description of more than 100 beautiful images of historic Revere Beach and its glorious past. We will share and relive with your......More

Revere Beach Then & Now One Hour Show but a Lifetime of Memories!  The program presented by Bob Upton features a one hour presentation and description of more than 100 beautiful images of historic Revere Beach and its glorious past. We will share and relive with your audience our collective memories of the rich history of Revere Beach in its heyday! Once again be thrilled to recall the special memories that we share of Rotherhams Red Indian popcorn, Moxie, Korr Bros. Frozen Custard and of course Kelley’s Roast Beef. Many of your guests or residents will remember the wonderful Big Band music always heard at the Dancehalls of Revere Beach such as the Oceanview Ballroom, Ocean Pier or at the Frolic nightclub. Designated as a National Historic Landmark, Revere Beach is now officially recognized as “America’s First Public Beach.” Revere Beach holds a special place in the collective memories of thousands of folks throughout New England and the United States. About Bob:  As an avid Revere Beach enthusiast Bob Upton will guide us through the early years of "the beach" before 1896 until today at America's First Public Beach. As the creator and proprietor of the popular Revere Beach.com Bob has been sharing the rich history of Revere Beach with audiences all throughout the region and world online for more than 20 years. This presentation is very interactive as Bob will encourage participation and engagement with the audience. We want to hear about your memories and recollections, you learn all about Revere Beach "Then & Now" !  If you or someone in your party need accommodations to attend this event, please email danversref@noblenet.org at least two weeks in advance of the date of the program. https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/adult-program-pending-168/

Gordon Room Peabody Institute Library of Danvers, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Historical Fiction Book Club

Join our Historical Fiction Book Club where we'll meet in-person every other month on the last Monday from 6:30-7:30PM in the Library's Classroom. This book group will focus on reading Historical fiction titles. If you have any questions you can email sjacobie@noblen......More

Join our Historical Fiction Book Club where we'll meet in-person every other month on the last Monday from 6:30-7:30PM in the Library's Classroom. This book group will focus on reading Historical fiction titles. If you have any questions you can email sjacobie@noblenet.org This month we will be discussing Mademoiselle Revolution by Zoe Sivak . You can find copies online through our NOBLE catalog in Regular Print; and Large Print. About the book: A powerful, engrossing story of a biracial heiress who escapes to Paris when the Haitian Revolution burns across her island home. But as she works her way into the inner circle of Robespierre and his mistress, she learns that not even oceans can stop the flames of revolution. Sylvie de Rosiers, as the daughter of a rich planter and an enslaved woman, enjoys the comforts of a lady in 1791 Saint-Domingue society. But while she was born to privilege, she was never fully accepted by island elites. After a violent rebellion begins the Haitian Revolution, Sylvie and her brother leave their family and old lives behind to flee unwittingly into another uprising—in austere and radical Paris. Sylvie quickly becomes enamored with the aims of the Revolution, as well as with the revolutionaries themselves—most notably Maximilien Robespierre and his mistress, Cornélie Duplay. As a rising leader and abolitionist, Robespierre sees an opportunity to exploit Sylvie’s race and abandonment of her aristocratic roots as an example of his ideals, while the strong-willed Cornélie offers Sylvie safe harbor and guidance in free thought. Sylvie battles with her past complicity in a slave society and her future within this new world order as she finds herself increasingly torn between Robespierre’s ideology and Cornélie’s love. When the Reign of Terror descends, Sylvie must decide whether to become an accomplice while a new empire rises on the bones of innocents…or risk losing her head. https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/historical-fiction-book-club-16/

Classroom Peabody Institute Library of Danvers, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Summer Reading Kick-Off Celebration

It's our grand Kick-Off for the Summer Reading Challenge! Register starting today in the Children's Room! The Summer Reading Challenge is open to all kids age 5 through entering Grade 5. (Teens can join the Summer Reading Bingo challenge). Kids will challenge themse......More

It's our grand Kick-Off for the Summer Reading Challenge! Register starting today in the Children's Room! The Summer Reading Challenge is open to all kids age 5 through entering Grade 5. (Teens can join the Summer Reading Bingo challenge). Kids will challenge themselves to meet a timed reading goal for each week. For example, if the want to read for 20 minutes a day, that's 140 minutes per week. Kids are encouraged to read whatever, whenever and wherever they'd like, then log it on their Summer Reading Challenge log sheet to show the Librarian. They will earn small prizes weekly &  enter raffles for a larger prize. If they read for 15 hours or more, they will earn a Topsfield Fair Prize Pack. (See details below) Kids age 2 - 4 can take part in a Summer Reading Game in which they do 8 different reading-related activities. Once they complete the Game Sheet, show it to the Librarian to get a small prize and a raffle ticket for a larger prize. If they do the Game Sheet 5 times by August 15th, turn in their Game sheets and they will receive an animal puppet of their choosing.  Both age groups are encouraged to visit the Children's Room weekly during the Summer Reading program with their reading logs or game sheets in order to select their prize from the Treasure Chest and fill out a raffle ticket. Plus, check out a fresh new stack of books! The first 50 kids who register during the Kick-Off will receive a coupon for a free baby ice cream cone from our partner, Cherry Farm Creamery! All participants will receive a coupon for a free kids' meal at Texas Roadhouse!  Topsfield Fair Winner’s Prize Package Includes: ✓ 1 Admission Ticket (for readers over 8; children under 8 are admitted into the Fair for free already) ✓ 1 Hot Dog and Drink Voucher that the winner can redeem at the Fair ✓ 2 Ride Tickets ✓ 1 Read and Win Ribbon ✓ Read and Win Certificate “Read and Win” is an educationally based program sponsored jointly by Topsfield Fair, Fiesta Shows, and The International Association of Fairs and Expositions. https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/summer-reading-kick-off-celebration/

Children's Room Peabody Institute Library of Danvers, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

WildKat Hoops for Kids for Ages 6 +

WildKat Hoops For kids age 6 & up! We're thrilled to invite you to the most awesome kids' hula hoop event of the year! It's time to put on your dancing shoes and grab those dazzling hoops for an unforgettable worksho......More

WildKat Hoops For kids age 6 & up! We're thrilled to invite you to the most awesome kids' hula hoop event of the year! It's time to put on your dancing shoes and grab those dazzling hoops for an unforgettable workshop of hula hoop magic! Hooping helps your child through joy-inducing movement explorations designed to promote healthy bodies and minds. We will learn basic hooping moves while increasing hand-eye coordination, strength, balance, and agility. We'll focus on empowering uniqueness through self-esteem building activities. Hooping promotes exercise, exploration, expression, movement, and dance while having fun! Get your heart rate up while working on stability and flexibility in a class packed with silly fun. We also focus on learning alignment with our bodies and exploring the hoop through laughter and joy! Hooping conditions your core, works on proper body alignment, boosts flexibility and stability, and lowers stress with an exhilarating playful dance. No prior hooping experience is required - wear exercise clothes, bring a water bottle and an open mind. Hoops are provided. The instructor is a yoga teacher, massage therapist, personal trainer, and sound bath instructor. Her infectious passion for health and fun gives this 1960's pastime a thrilling face lift! https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/wildkat-hoops-for-kids/

Gordon Room Peabody Institute Library of Danvers, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

WildKat Hoops for Tweens & Teens

WildKat Hoops  It's time to put on your dancing shoes and grab those dazzling hoops for an unforgettable workshop of hula hoop magic! We will learn basic hooping moves while increasing hand-eye coordination, strength......More

WildKat Hoops  It's time to put on your dancing shoes and grab those dazzling hoops for an unforgettable workshop of hula hoop magic! We will learn basic hooping moves while increasing hand-eye coordination, strength, balance, and agility. We'll focus on empowering uniqueness through self-esteem building activities. Hooping promotes exercise, exploration, expression, movement, and dance while having fun! Get your heart rate up while working on stability and flexibility in a class packed with silly fun. We also focus on learning alignment with our bodies and exploring the hoop through laughter and joy! Hooping conditions your core, works on proper body alignment, boosts flexibility and stability, and lowers stress with an exhilarating playful dance. No prior hooping experience is required - wear exercise clothes, bring a water bottle and an open mind. Hoops are provided. The instructor is a yoga teacher, massage therapist, personal trainer, and sound bath instructor. Her infectious passion for health and fun gives this 1960's pastime a thrilling face lift! Ages 11-18  No Registration Required. https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/wildkat-hoops-for-tweens-teens/

Gordon Room Peabody Institute Library of Danvers, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

WildKat Hoops for Adults

We're thrilled to invite you to the most awesome adult hula hoop event of the year! It's time to put on your dancing shoes and grab those dazzling hoops for an unforgettable workshop of hula hoop magic!. We will learn basic hooping moves while increasing hand-eye coor......More

We're thrilled to invite you to the most awesome adult hula hoop event of the year! It's time to put on your dancing shoes and grab those dazzling hoops for an unforgettable workshop of hula hoop magic!. We will learn basic hooping moves while increasing hand-eye coordination, strength, balance, and agility. We'll focus on empowering uniqueness through self-esteem building activities. Hooping promotes exercise, exploration, expression, movement, and dance while having fun! Get your heart rate up while working on stability and flexibility in a class packed with silly fun. We also focus on learning alignment with our bodies and exploring the hoop through laughter and joy! Hooping conditions your core, works on proper body alignment, boosts flexibility and stability, and lowers stress with an exhilarating playful dance. No prior hooping experience is required - wear exercise clothes, bring a water bottle and an open mind. Hoops are provided. The instructor is a yoga teacher, massage therapist, personal trainer, and sound bath instructor. Her infectious passion for health and fun gives this 1960's pastime a thrilling face lift! https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/wildkat-hoops-for-adults/

Gordon Room Peabody Institute Library of Danvers, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Summer Reading Challenge Sensory Friendly Kick-Off

It's our sensory-friendly Kick-Off for the Summer Reading Challenge! Register starting today in the Children's Room! The Summer Reading Challenge is open to all kids age 5 through entering Grade 5. (Teens can join the Summer Reading Bingo challenge). Kids will chall......More

It's our sensory-friendly Kick-Off for the Summer Reading Challenge! Register starting today in the Children's Room! The Summer Reading Challenge is open to all kids age 5 through entering Grade 5. (Teens can join the Summer Reading Bingo challenge). Kids will challenge themselves to meet a timed reading goal for each week. For example, if the want to read for 20 minutes a day, that's 140 minutes per week. Kids are encouraged to read whatever, whenever and wherever they'd like, then log it on their Summer Reading Challenge log sheet to show the Librarian. They will earn small prizes weekly &  enter raffles for a larger prize. If they read for 15 hours or more, they will earn a Topsfield Fair Prize Pack. (See details below) Kids can read in any format that they enjoy! Audiobooks, e-books, Large Print, dyslexia-friendly font, etc. Read aloud or silently. Read to someone else or someone can read to you. Read in any language you'd like. It all counts towards your summer reading goals!  Kids age 2 - 4 can take part in a Summer Reading Game in which they do 8 different reading-related activities. Once they complete the Game Sheet, show it to the Librarian to get a small prize and a raffle ticket for a larger prize. If they do the Game Sheet 5 times by August 15th, turn in their Game sheets and they will receive an animal puppet of their choosing.  Both age groups are encouraged to visit the Children's Room weekly during the Summer Reading program with their reading logs or game sheets in order to select their prize from the Treasure Chest and fill out a raffle ticket. Plus, check out a fresh new stack of books! All participants will receive a coupon for a free kids' meal at Texas Roadhouse!  Topsfield Fair Winner’s Prize Package Includes: ✓ 1 Admission Ticket (for readers over 8; children under 8 are admitted into the Fair for free already) ✓ 1 Hot Dog and Drink Voucher that the winner can redeem at the Fair ✓ 2 Ride Tickets ✓ 1 Read and Win Ribbon ✓ Read and Win Certificate “Read and Win” is an educationally based program sponsored jointly by Topsfield Fair, Fiesta Shows, and The International Association of Fairs and Expositions. https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/summer-reading-challenge-sensory-friendly-kick-off/

Children's Room Peabody Institute Library of Danvers, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

LIBRARY OPEN 9am-5pm

The Library will be closing at 5pm tonight for Independence Day https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/library-open-9am-5pm/

Classroom Peabody Institute Library of Danvers, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Summer Concert Series

Come enjoy a summer concert in Peabody Park! This concert series is organized by the Danvers Recreation Department.  All concerts are free and run from 6pm to 8pm. Concerts are on Monday and Wednesday evenings.  Tonight's concert is with Horizon and the Horns Each c......More

Come enjoy a summer concert in Peabody Park! This concert series is organized by the Danvers Recreation Department.  All concerts are free and run from 6pm to 8pm. Concerts are on Monday and Wednesday evenings.  Tonight's concert is with Horizon and the Horns Each concert features a food truck and Twisted Fate Brewing beverage truck. Don't forget your lawn chair or blanket and bug spray! THe full line up of concerts can be seen on the Danvers Concert Series website. Please park in legal spaces only, being mindful for emergency vehicles to be able to pass. https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/summer-concert-series-34/

Library Lawn Peabody Institute Library of Danvers, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Laughter Therapy

Also called Laughter Yoga, come join our circle! Participants sit in a circle in chairs and are lead through a series of short laughter exercises. No actual yoga poses included. Laughing, whether it is is real or unforced, carries with it the same health benefits. Be......More

Also called Laughter Yoga, come join our circle! Participants sit in a circle in chairs and are lead through a series of short laughter exercises. No actual yoga poses included. Laughing, whether it is is real or unforced, carries with it the same health benefits. Benefits include mood enchancement, improved circulation, lessening of depression, improved digestion, and more.  No registration required. All ages are invited to join in.  https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/laughter-therapy-19/

Gordon Room Peabody Institute Library of Danvers, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Zoom Program: "Heal the Beasts" with Author and Veterinarian Philipp Schott

We had so much fun chatting with author and veterinarian, Philipp Schott a few years ago, we just had to bring him back to discuss his new book, "Heal the Beasts: A Jaunt Through the Curious History of the Veterinary Arts". This history of veterinary medicine provides......More

We had so much fun chatting with author and veterinarian, Philipp Schott a few years ago, we just had to bring him back to discuss his new book, "Heal the Beasts: A Jaunt Through the Curious History of the Veterinary Arts". This history of veterinary medicine provides an abundance of bizarre, funny, surprising, and heartwarming anecdotes. Heal the Beasts chronicles human efforts to treat animal illnesses from 14,000 BCE to today. Click here to register. NOTE: This program will be recorded and a video link will be sent to all registrants.  About the book: How and why did humans begin to treat sick and injured animals? And how did those practices, and the associated attitudes, evolve from prehistory to the present day? To answer these questions, Dr. Schott shares stories of 22 different animal healers and veterinarians from across eras and continents, examining the always fascinating, often unexpected, and sometimes hilarious veterinary methods employed by these people and their colleagues. But at the heart of the tale lies the evolution of the human-animal bond, which has been more cyclical than linear. In many ways, we are returning to the outlook of our distant ancestors after a centuries-long detour through a more utilitarian approach. James Herriot will be familiar to many people, but most of the other featured vets will be new. They range from Palakapya, who treated fighting elephants in India almost 3,000 years ago, to Dr. Louis Camuti, who had the first feline house call practice anywhere, tending to the cats of celebrities in mid-20th-century Manhattan. Along the way, we see every kind of person trying to heal every kind of creature, from dogs, cows, horses, and cats to canaries, gorillas, and even dragons. Whether you have a passion for animals, the history of the medical sciences, or just quirky history, this light-hearted exploration of the empathetic relationship between man and beast will entertain and delight. About Philipp: I was born in Germany in 1965. A year later my family emigrated to Canada. I grew up in Saskatoon, regularly returning to Germany to visit. I studied biology the University of Saskatchewan before switching to veterinary medicine. After graduation in 1990 I moved to Winnipeg with my classmate and future wife, Lorraine. Except for a year taken to backpack around the world, I have been in the same Winnipeg small animal practice since 1990. My writing began with blogging about travel and veterinary medicine, and then my first book, The Accidental Veterinarian, was published by ECW Press in 2019. Lorraine and I live in a creaky old house on the river with two young adult children, and a young cat. (We had two old cats and an old dog up until very recently, but it's been an exceptionally sad year.) Although the clinic, writing, and my family keep me busy, I love to spend time outdoors in self-propelled activities. I'm a particular fan of long-distance walking, having completed the West Highland Way, Hadrian's Wall, the Laugevegurinn, and the Inca Trail, among others. The pandemic also inspired me to start tackling "virtual walks", with the highlight being a 2863 km trek across Middle Earth from The Shire to Mordor. I learned how sturdy those hobbits really were.  Presented in collaboration with the Ashland Public Library and other area libraries. https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/zoom-program-heal-the-beasts-with-author-and-veterinarian-philipp-schott/

VIRTUAL PROGRAM - Peabody Institute Library, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923 - 978-774-0554

Stories with Beebo -- Baby Sign & Books for Ages 0 - 6

Join Jennifer Carr from Baby Signs for interactive stories with a focus on early literacy and using sign language with books as bonding time with your baby. For children 0- 6 years and their caregiver(s). Registration Required. This program was provided by the Librar......More

Join Jennifer Carr from Baby Signs for interactive stories with a focus on early literacy and using sign language with books as bonding time with your baby. For children 0- 6 years and their caregiver(s). Registration Required. This program was provided by the Library Services Technology Act Access for All grant through the Massachusetts Libraries Board of Library Commissioners, which is funded through IMLS.  https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/stories-with-beebo-baby-sign-books-3/

Children's Garden Peabody Institute Library of Danvers, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Adult Lego Club

Join us for the Adult Lego club! Come hangout out with fellow brick enthusiasts. Lego of your troubles and get creative through the art of play! No experience required, no pressure for skill, just bring your creativity and willingness to have fun. Ages 18+ only. No ......More

Join us for the Adult Lego club! Come hangout out with fellow brick enthusiasts. Lego of your troubles and get creative through the art of play! No experience required, no pressure for skill, just bring your creativity and willingness to have fun. Ages 18+ only. No registration required. https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/adult-lego-club-21/

Gordon Room Peabody Institute Library of Danvers, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

The Danvers Writing Group

Join friends for a critique-free written word journey. Every second Tuesday we share our current projects, explore the practicalities of creating a finished work, and engage in exercises to unlock creativity. Please RSVP by email: jmparsons@noblenet.org https://danv......More

Join friends for a critique-free written word journey. Every second Tuesday we share our current projects, explore the practicalities of creating a finished work, and engage in exercises to unlock creativity. Please RSVP by email: jmparsons@noblenet.org https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/the-danvers-writing-group-45/

Classroom Peabody Institute Library of Danvers, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923