7 Week Summer Reading Challenge Begins Today in Beanstack - all ages

Summer reading challenges are for everyone! There is a summer challenge on our Beanstack platform for each age group: children, teens, and adults -- ......More

Summer reading challenges are for everyone! There is a summer challenge on our Beanstack platform for each age group: children, teens, and adults -- with weekly prize drawings. The program is free. As you read and log books, engage in challenge activities, and/or attend Library programs, you will be eligible to win badges and prizes. Each badge you earn in Beanstack counts as one entry into the weekly prize drawings for gift certificates to local businesses. You must earn at least one badge each week in order to be entered in that week's prize drawing. The more badges you earn the more entries you will have in the drawings. There is a weekly drawing for each age group. We will contact you if you win a prize. All prizes must be picked up in person at the Hamilton-Wenham Library. Challenges begin on June 21 and run for 7 weeks, ending August 9. If you created an account last summer, please use the same account.  If you are a first time participant, create your Beanstack account at: https://hwlibrary.beanstack.org/  Beanstack automatically directs you to the appropriate challenge based on your age group. Log your books and activities from home or on the go. Beanstack is browser-based, but has a mobile friendly app.  The Beanstack app is available for iOS and Android. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/7-week-summer-reading-challenge-begins-today-in-beanstack-all-ages/

All Library Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Friends Book Donation Day

PLEASE give us your BOOKS and DVDs in good condition to sell at our book sales (please note: the Friends are no longer accepting donations of music CD's). Please click here for complete donation guidelines. DONATIONS ARE ACCEPTED AT THE MAIN MEETING ROOM DOORS ONLY, ......More

PLEASE give us your BOOKS and DVDs in good condition to sell at our book sales (please note: the Friends are no longer accepting donations of music CD's). Please click here for complete donation guidelines. DONATIONS ARE ACCEPTED AT THE MAIN MEETING ROOM DOORS ONLY, BY A VOLUNTEER. PLEASE DO NOT bring donations through the Main Entrance to the Library and never leave donations outside the building. Donations are limited to 4 bags at a time. If you have a donation larger than 4 bags please email the Friends at [email protected] with "BOOK DONATION" in the subject heading and our Donation Coordinator will respond. Don't do email? Call the library and they will forward your telephone number to the correct volunteer. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friends-book-donation-day-157/

Large Meeting Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Essex Regional Social Worker Open Office Hours

Jessie Palm, Social Worker for the Eastern Essex Regional Public Health Coalition, will hold open office hours at the library every second and fourth Tuesday of the month. All are welcome to seek support, information or resource referrals in a confidential setting. No......More

Jessie Palm, Social Worker for the Eastern Essex Regional Public Health Coalition, will hold open office hours at the library every second and fourth Tuesday of the month. All are welcome to seek support, information or resource referrals in a confidential setting. No appointment necessary.  https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/essex-regional-social-worker-open-office-hours-58/

Large Study Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

PAWS to Read: Read to Keeva

The Therapy Dog is In! Drop by starting at 3:30pm to get some one-on-one time with Keeva and her trainer, Ms. Fleming. Keeva provides a calm, welcoming space for emerging readers to practice their read-aloud skills. Bring a book from home or pick one out at the librar......More

The Therapy Dog is In! Drop by starting at 3:30pm to get some one-on-one time with Keeva and her trainer, Ms. Fleming. Keeva provides a calm, welcoming space for emerging readers to practice their read-aloud skills. Bring a book from home or pick one out at the library - Keeva loves all stories! Open to readers in grades K-3. No registration needed; arrive early to guarantee a spot & sign-in when you arrive. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/paws-to-read-read-to-keeva-39/

Large Meeting Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

HWPL Tuesday Book Group!

The HWPL Tuesday night book group will meet to discuss The Demon of Unrest: a Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War by Erik Larson. by  Click ......More

The HWPL Tuesday night book group will meet to discuss The Demon of Unrest: a Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War by Erik Larson. by  Click here to jump to the catalog to request a copy. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/hwpl-tuesday-book-group-12/

Large Meeting Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Music & Movement Story Time

Join Lisa Davis for this story time that incorporates singing songs, reading books, using sign language and gestures to encourage language comprehension and expression. This program is for children ages 18 months to 36 months and their caregiver and will be held on We......More

Join Lisa Davis for this story time that incorporates singing songs, reading books, using sign language and gestures to encourage language comprehension and expression. This program is for children ages 18 months to 36 months and their caregiver and will be held on Wednesdays from APR 30 - JUN 18, from 10:15 - 11:15am. Music & Movement Story Time is offered by Northeast Arc Early Intervention - Cape Ann, in partnership with the Hamilton-Wenham Library. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Space is limited. To register, please visit https://eicapeanngroups.corsizio.com/ https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/music-movement-story-time-105/

Outside Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

All Write Now: Generative Writing Group

Join us for a meeting of the library's writing group!  Using the format of a generative workshop, this writing group offers prompts, writing time, support, and resources to hone your craft. At the end of each session, participants will be invited to share their work,......More

Join us for a meeting of the library's writing group!  Using the format of a generative workshop, this writing group offers prompts, writing time, support, and resources to hone your craft. At the end of each session, participants will be invited to share their work, if desired.  Writers in all genres are welcome. Drop in to write along!  Questions? Please contact Adult Services Librarian, Jessica Furtado: [email protected] https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/all-write-now-generative-writing-group-40/

Local History Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Youth Book Sale

Stock up on books at this one day sale organized by the Friends of Hamilton-Wenham Library! Sale will take place in the Children's Program Room. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/youth-book-sale-2/

Children's Programming Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Henna Tattoos with Mandy - for all ages

ICNHA Certified Henna Artist Mandy Roberge from Wicked Good Henna will be here doing henna tattoos from 1:30pm to 5:00pm. Your tattoo will be done first come, first served, maximum of one tattoo per person.  No registration required. Mandy will be in the large meeting......More

ICNHA Certified Henna Artist Mandy Roberge from Wicked Good Henna will be here doing henna tattoos from 1:30pm to 5:00pm. Your tattoo will be done first come, first served, maximum of one tattoo per person.  No registration required. Mandy will be in the large meeting room adjacent to the parking lot. Tattoos take approximately 5-10 minutes each. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/henna-tattoos-with-mandy-3/

Large Meeting Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

3D Modeling, Coding, & Design: Minecraft Makery

Get your pickaxe and shovel ready, and get crafting! If you love all things Minecraft, this workshop is for you. This is an interactive workshop where you will learn primarily by building, using the BlocksCAD software to manipulate 3D shapes, eventually turning a seri......More

Get your pickaxe and shovel ready, and get crafting! If you love all things Minecraft, this workshop is for you. This is an interactive workshop where you will learn primarily by building, using the BlocksCAD software to manipulate 3D shapes, eventually turning a series of cubes into your own fearsome Creeper. You will finish things up with a project that you can continue to access and show off at home, or import into Minecraft.  You will finish things up with a project that you can continue to access and show off at home, or import into Minecraft. Led by staff from the Rhode Island Computer Museum. Open to ages 10 and up. Registration required. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/hold-for-possible-coding-game-design-workshop/

Large Meeting Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Heritage Films with Dan Tremblay Presents: Boston's Freedom Trail

Join Dan Tremblay for a Heritage Films viewing and discussion! Trace some of the most popular historical sites of Boston and share your experiences. There will be a brief discussion after the film. All are welcome. Registration is not required.  https://hwlibrary......More

Join Dan Tremblay for a Heritage Films viewing and discussion! Trace some of the most popular historical sites of Boston and share your experiences. There will be a brief discussion after the film. All are welcome. Registration is not required.  https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/heritage-films-with-dan-tremblay-presents-bostons-freedom-trail/

Large Meeting Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Music of The Beach Boys Concert with Melodious Zach

In this one hour concert, Melodious Zach will perform favorites by The Beach Boys and entertain you with trivia about the inventors of the California sound! All are welcome; no registration required. About the Performer: Melodious Zach has been performing music pr......More

In this one hour concert, Melodious Zach will perform favorites by The Beach Boys and entertain you with trivia about the inventors of the California sound! All are welcome; no registration required. About the Performer: Melodious Zach has been performing music professionally since 2004, with over 100 ASCAP-registered songs to his credit, and 89 released song recordings. In 2007, he opened for the Beach Boys at Meadowbrook Farm's Second Stage (now the Bank of NH Pavilion), and in 2015, he received the ASCAP Plus award for songwriters and independent recording artists.  This program is supported in part by a grant from the Hamilton-Wenham Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. Questions? Please contact Adult Services Librarian, Jessica Furtado: [email protected] https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/music-of-the-beach-boys-concert-with-melodious-zach/

Large Meeting Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Friends Book Donation Day

PLEASE give us your BOOKS and DVDs in good condition to sell at our book sales (please note: the Friends are no longer accepting donations of music CD's). Please click here for complete donation guidelines. DONATIONS ARE ACCEPTED AT THE MAIN MEETING ROOM DOORS ONLY, ......More

PLEASE give us your BOOKS and DVDs in good condition to sell at our book sales (please note: the Friends are no longer accepting donations of music CD's). Please click here for complete donation guidelines. DONATIONS ARE ACCEPTED AT THE MAIN MEETING ROOM DOORS ONLY, BY A VOLUNTEER. PLEASE DO NOT bring donations through the Main Entrance to the Library and never leave donations outside the building. Donations are limited to 4 bags at a time. If you have a donation larger than 4 bags please email the Friends at [email protected] with "BOOK DONATION" in the subject heading and our Donation Coordinator will respond. Don't do email? Call the library and they will forward your telephone number to the correct volunteer. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friends-book-donation-day-158/

Large Meeting Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Patton Homestead Book Club - North Woods by Daniel Mason

Our Patton Homestead Book Club will meet at the Hamilton Wenham Library while Town Hall is under renovation. We will be discussing: North Woods by Daniel Mason Find hardcover, large print or book on CD in the MVLC catalog, or check Overdrive for downloadable e-book ......More

Our Patton Homestead Book Club will meet at the Hamilton Wenham Library while Town Hall is under renovation. We will be discussing: North Woods by Daniel Mason Find hardcover, large print or book on CD in the MVLC catalog, or check Overdrive for downloadable e-book and e-audio. There might be a wait list. You can also search the Overdrive collections for other Massachusetts library networks here. We will meet the first Tuesday of the month at the Hamilton Wenham Library in the Local History Room. We will meet from 3pm to 4pm. All are welcome!  https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/patton-homestead-book-club-north-woods-by-daniel-mason/

Local History Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982