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 fohwpl@gmail.com 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-155/

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-57/

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

Baby Bookworms

Join Sue Shepard for 30 minutes of stories and songs that promote early literacy. Designed for children ages birth-18 months. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver and alternate care for siblings is encouraged. No registration needed. Please contact the Childre......More

Join Sue Shepard for 30 minutes of stories and songs that promote early literacy. Designed for children ages birth-18 months. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver and alternate care for siblings is encouraged. No registration needed. Please contact the Children's Room with questions: 978-468-5577 X13 or lder@hwlibrary.org. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/baby-bookworms-159/

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

Knitting Group

Grab your project bag and drop in for knit night! Enjoy conversation and creativity as you work alongside other yarn crafters. All are welcome; no registration required. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/knitting-group-53/

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

FANTOS (Speculative Fiction Book Club)

FANTOS is our 2025 relaunch of the Speculative Fiction Book Club, meeting on the second Tuesday of each month.  Speculative Fiction is an umbrella term for stories in the broadly fantastic realms of Alternate History, Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Magical Realism, etc.  Ti......More

FANTOS is our 2025 relaunch of the Speculative Fiction Book Club, meeting on the second Tuesday of each month.  Speculative Fiction is an umbrella term for stories in the broadly fantastic realms of Alternate History, Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Magical Realism, etc.  Titles are chosen through a mediated nomination and voting process.  Meetings will be in the Phoenix Room unless we are just so cool that we need more space.  Contact Head of Reference Sarah Lauderdale (slauderdale@hwlibrary.org, 978-468-5577 x619) with any questions. Tues. April 8: Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson (384 pages; orig. pub. 2023) Tues. May 13: Station Eleven by Emily St. John (333 pages; orig. pub. 2014) Tues. June 10: The Mars House by Natasha Pulley (469 pages; orig. pub. 2024) Tues. Sept. 9: Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury (194 pages; orig. pub. 1953) *FYI, there is also a graphic novel adaptation of this book. Tues. Oct. 14: Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro (303 pages; orig. pub. 2021) Thurs. Nov. 13: The Road by Cormac McCarthy (287 pages; orig. pub. 2006) *The library is closed Tues. Nov. 11 for Veterans Day; we will meet on Thursday instead. *FYI, there is also a graphic novel adaptation of this book. Tues. Dec. 9: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig (288 pages; orig. pub. 2020) https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/fantos-speculative-fiction-book-club-6/

Large Study 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-104/

Children's Programming Room 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: jfurtado@hwlibrary.org https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/all-write-now-generative-writing-group-39/

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

Tummy Time Painting: Sensory Art for Babies & Toddlers

Join us for a unique & mess-free way for babies to explore different textures and colors, fostering sensory exploration and fine motor skills. Designed for children ages birth - 18 months. No registration needed. (Children will not have direct contact with paint). h......More

Join us for a unique & mess-free way for babies to explore different textures and colors, fostering sensory exploration and fine motor skills. Designed for children ages birth - 18 months. No registration needed. (Children will not have direct contact with paint). https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tummy-time-painting-sensory-art-for-babies/

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

HWPL Trustees Meeting

The trustees of the Library meet monthly to discuss policy issues and governance of the Library. This is an elected board with seats from both Hamilton and Wenham, and two seats for 'at large' nominees. For more information contact Library Director, Kim Butler kbutler......More

The trustees of the Library meet monthly to discuss policy issues and governance of the Library. This is an elected board with seats from both Hamilton and Wenham, and two seats for 'at large' nominees. For more information contact Library Director, Kim Butler kbutler@hwlibrary.org https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/hwpl-trustees-meeting-36/

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

Cheese Tasting with Vin Fromage

Join us for a cheese tasting with local culinary hot spot, Vin Fromage! Discover a variety of tastes as you enjoy a sampling of cheeses and accompanying small bites, plus have the opportunity to chat with an expert on pairings for the perfect charcuterie. Librarian......More

Join us for a cheese tasting with local culinary hot spot, Vin Fromage! Discover a variety of tastes as you enjoy a sampling of cheeses and accompanying small bites, plus have the opportunity to chat with an expert on pairings for the perfect charcuterie. Librarians will also display a selection of favorite cookbooks to help you plan your own future foodie adventures. Registration is required and space is limited. This program is for adults. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/cheese-tasting-with-vin-fromage-2/

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

(Virtual) Mystery/Thriller Book Recommendations with Bestselling Author, Joseph Finder

Love mysteries and thrillers but not sure what to read next? Join bestselling author, Joseph Finder, for this quarterly session of his recommendations of some of the best of mystery/thrillers out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Joe's many enthusia......More

Love mysteries and thrillers but not sure what to read next? Join bestselling author, Joseph Finder, for this quarterly session of his recommendations of some of the best of mystery/thrillers out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Joe's many enthusiastic reviews. Registration is required via ZOOM. Please click here to sign up. This program will have additional sessions with new recommendations offered on September 18 & December 18. You may sign up for all sessions, or select sessions of your choosing. About the presenter: Joseph Finder is the New York Times bestselling author of 17 suspense novels, most recently The Oligarch’s Daughter. His last novel House On Fire is the fourth featuring “private spy” Nick Heller. His books have won numerous awards, including the Strand Critics Award for Best Novel for Buried Secrets (2011), the International Thriller Writers Award for Best Novel for Killer Instinct (2006) and the Barry Award for Best Thriller for Company Man (2005). The Boston Globe has called him a “master of the modern thriller.” Two of his novels have been made into major motion pictures, including High Crimes, adapted into the hit 2002 movie starring Ashley Judd and Morgan Freeman; and Paranoia, the 2013 film starring Harrison Ford, Gary Oldman, and Liam Hemsworth. A founding member of the International Thriller Writers, as well as a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and the Association of Former Intelligence Officers. Joe is a graduate of Yale and the Harvard Russian Research Center. He lives in Boston. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library and is offered by Ashland Public Library in collaboration with a multitude of MA & NH libraries.   https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-mystery-thriller-book-recommendations-with-bestselling-author-joseph-finder-2/

Online - Registration is required. Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Friday Morning Movie

Join us for our Friday morning movie series for a popular hit movie! This weeks movie is "Juror #2." Water will be available (no snacks will served). No sign up required. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friday-morning-movie-76/

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 fohwpl@gmail.com 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-156/

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

(Virtual) Beach Read Recommendations with Lorelei’s Lit Lair

During this virtual program, Lorelei's Lit Lair  will be chatting about the books she's looking forward to reading this summer - the best of romance beach reads! Join us to fill up your summer reading list. Affectionately referred to as a Romance Ambassador, Lorelei......More

During this virtual program, Lorelei's Lit Lair  will be chatting about the books she's looking forward to reading this summer - the best of romance beach reads! Join us to fill up your summer reading list. Affectionately referred to as a Romance Ambassador, Lorelei has been offering book recommendations, author spotlights, giveaways and connecting authors with readers through social media since 2010, providing a safe and friendly environment for book lovers around the globe. Registration is required via ZOOM. Please click here to sign up. This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library. This program is brought to you in collaboration with the Ashland, Chelmsford, Groton, and Tewksbury Libraries. We're also thrilled to be partnering with a multitude of additional MA & NH Libraries to bring this program to our communities. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-beach-read-recommendations-with-lorelei-s-lit-lair/

Online - Registration is required. Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Literary Luncheon: The Nature of Fragile Things

Join us for this month's Literary Luncheon to discuss The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner. Click here to request the book ......More

Join us for this month's Literary Luncheon to discuss The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner. Click here to request the book through the online catalog. You may also visit the library to pick up a copy while supplies last. No registration is required and new members are always welcome. Drop in! Book Summary:  April 18, 1906: A massive earthquake rocks San Francisco just before daybreak, igniting a devouring inferno. Lives are lost, lives are shattered, but some rise from the ashes forever changed. Sophie Whalen is a young Irish immigrant so desperate to get out of a New York tenement that she answers a mail-order bride ad and agrees to marry a man she knows nothing about. San Francisco widower Martin Hocking proves to be as aloof as he is mesmerizingly beautiful. While Sophie quickly develops deep affection for Kat, Martin's silent five-year-old daughter, his odd behavior leaves her with the uneasy feeling that something about her newfound situation isn't right. Then one early-spring evening, a stranger at the door sets in motion a transforming chain of events. Sophie discovers hidden ties to two other women. The first, pretty and pregnant, is standing on her doorstep. The second is hundreds of miles away in the American Southwest, grieving the loss of everything she once loved. The fates of these three women intertwine on the eve of the devastating earthquake, thrusting them onto a perilous journey that will test their resiliency and resolve and, ultimately, their belief that love can overcome fear. From the acclaimed author of The Last Year of the War and As Bright as Heaven comes a gripping novel about the bonds of friendship and mother love, and the power of female solidarity. Questions? Head of Circulation and Reader Services, Dede McManus at dmcmanus@hwlibrary.org https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/literary-luncheon-the-berry-pickers/

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

Friends of HWPL Meeting

Monthly Friends of the Library Board Meeting. New volunteers always welcome! https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friends-of-hwpl-meeting-46/

Local History Room 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: jfurtado@hwlibrary.org https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/all-write-now-generative-writing-group-31/

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

Children's Movie Matinee: Moana 2

Families of all ages are invited to watch Moana 2 (PG, 100 min) on our big screen! After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she......More

Families of all ages are invited to watch Moana 2 (PG, 100 min) on our big screen! After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ever faced. All ages are welcome. No registration needed. Drinks will be provided, just bring your own snacks! https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/childrens-movie-matinee-moana-2/

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