Maker Mondays: Body Scrubs

Stop by the YA Space to make a lavender body scrub for yourself or someone else! For teens and tweens in grades 5-12.  https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/maker-mondays-body-scrubs/

Young Adult (YA) Area - First Floor Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Lego Club

Calling all builders! Make your own LEGO masterpiece to put on display at the library. All Lego building supplies are provided.  For children in grades K-4.  Registration is required. Please register below or call: (978) 674-1529 https://pollardml.assabetinteractiv......More

Calling all builders! Make your own LEGO masterpiece to put on display at the library. All Lego building supplies are provided.  For children in grades K-4.  Registration is required. Please register below or call: (978) 674-1529 https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lego-club-82/

Ground Floor Community / Meeting Room Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Mother Goose on the Loose

This storytime is designed for children age 3 and younger but big siblings are always welcome! Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and more! https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/mother-goose-on-the-loose-156/

Ground Floor Community / Meeting Room Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Basic Computer Class - Senior Center

The Senior Center is hosting Khalid Noori who will be teaching a basic computer class twice a month on Tuesday from 10:45-12:15pm.  Se proporcionan servicios de traducción al español para la clase. Registration is required. https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com......More

The Senior Center is hosting Khalid Noori who will be teaching a basic computer class twice a month on Tuesday from 10:45-12:15pm.  Se proporcionan servicios de traducción al español para la clase. Registration is required. https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/basic-computer-class-senior-center-34/

Computer Classroom Senior Center Branch, 276 Broadway St. , Floor 2, Lowell, MA, 01850

Meet the Bookmobile Team at Callery Park!

Meet the Bookmobile Team at Callery Park - weather permitting! Borrow and return books, sign up for a free library card, and get questions answered by the bookmobile team! First and Third Tuesdays from 3:00 - 4:00 PM - weather permitting - through the end of 2025. ......More

Meet the Bookmobile Team at Callery Park - weather permitting! Borrow and return books, sign up for a free library card, and get questions answered by the bookmobile team! First and Third Tuesdays from 3:00 - 4:00 PM - weather permitting - through the end of 2025. https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/meet-the-bookmobile-team-at-callery-park-12/

Bookmobile

Teen Advisory Board

Are you looking for volunteer hours? We need your help planning future programs and activities! We’ll meet once a month to brainstorm new ideas. You’ll also get a say in what books we buy, and help choose new furniture for the YA Space. Snacks will be served! For grad......More

Are you looking for volunteer hours? We need your help planning future programs and activities! We’ll meet once a month to brainstorm new ideas. You’ll also get a say in what books we buy, and help choose new furniture for the YA Space. Snacks will be served! For grades 5-12.  https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-advisory-board-11/

Young Adult (YA) Area - First Floor Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Chess Club

Want to learn how to play chess or are you an expert who's looking for others who enjoying playing? Join Lowell Chess enthusiasts on Tuesdays in the Pollard Memorial Library Meeting Room. All levels welcome. Bring a chess set if you have one, but come anyhow, we have ......More

Want to learn how to play chess or are you an expert who's looking for others who enjoying playing? Join Lowell Chess enthusiasts on Tuesdays in the Pollard Memorial Library Meeting Room. All levels welcome. Bring a chess set if you have one, but come anyhow, we have some spare sets. For more information about Chess in Lowell like the Facebook page or email [email protected]! https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/chess-club-216/

Ground Floor Community / Meeting Room Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Virtual - 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Marketing Plan ("Plan Your Work & Work Your Plan")

The Library 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a......More

The Library 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking! Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition. Each meeting features a new topic. Meetings include a presentation and interactive workshop on topics relevant to career transition, guest speakers, access to hiring managers, small group breakout rooms to network, and 1-on-1 coaching guidance. Participating on a regular basis will give job seekers the many tools and strategies needed for a successful job search. Each biweekly meeting is facilitated by Deborah Hope, MBA, PCIC, an experienced executive career coach. Deborah is a former Fortune 500 executive, investment banker and entrepreneur. She transitioned to executive coaching over 12 years ago. Deborah has coached with Harvard Business School Executive Education programs and the Massachusetts Conference for Women. She has been trained or certified in a variety of coaching models and assessment tools. Deborah has facilitated 50+ job seekers networking groups since 2016. This week's topic (December 17) is Marketing Plan. Register directly on Zoom HERE. This group is sponsored by approximately 50 Massachusetts public libraries. RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-50-job-seekers-networking-group-marketing-plan-plan-your-work-work-your-plan/

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Coloring Club

Take a break from homework and stop by to color! We’ll have all sorts of coloring books to choose from, as well as Copic markers and colored pencils. Snacks will be served. For teens and tweens in grades 5-12.  https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/color......More

Take a break from homework and stop by to color! We’ll have all sorts of coloring books to choose from, as well as Copic markers and colored pencils. Snacks will be served. For teens and tweens in grades 5-12.  https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/coloring-club-2/

Young Adult (YA) Area - First Floor Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

One-on-One Tech Help at PML

One-on-One Tech Help is a free opportunity for you to get help from our IT Specialist with your personal technology-related questions. Bring your device or questions and our IT Specialist will answer questions, show you how to use your device and direct you to additio......More

One-on-One Tech Help is a free opportunity for you to get help from our IT Specialist with your personal technology-related questions. Bring your device or questions and our IT Specialist will answer questions, show you how to use your device and direct you to additional resources.  Registration is REQUIRED. Please sign up down below or call Adult Reference at 978-674-1544. For questions please contact Khalid Noori at 978-674-1547 or [email protected].  https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/one-on-one-tech-help-at-pml-152/

First Floor Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

One-on-One Tech Help at PML

One-on-One Tech Help is a free opportunity for you to get help from our IT Specialist with your personal technology-related questions. Bring your device or questions and our IT Specialist will answer questions, show you how to use your device and direct you to additio......More

One-on-One Tech Help is a free opportunity for you to get help from our IT Specialist with your personal technology-related questions. Bring your device or questions and our IT Specialist will answer questions, show you how to use your device and direct you to additional resources. Registration is REQUIRED. Please sign up down below or call Adult Reference at 978-674-1544. For questions please contact Khalid Noori at 978-674-1547 or [email protected].  https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/one-on-one-tech-help-at-pml-101/

First Floor Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Meet the Bookmobile Team at the Senior Center

Meet the Bookmobile at the Senior Center Branch! Borrow books and other materials, ask questions, and say hi to the team! Please note: When the Bookmobile is set up outdoors, the stop is open to the public. When the bookmobile is set up indoors, the stop is only avai......More

Meet the Bookmobile at the Senior Center Branch! Borrow books and other materials, ask questions, and say hi to the team! Please note: When the Bookmobile is set up outdoors, the stop is open to the public. When the bookmobile is set up indoors, the stop is only available to seniors.  https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/meet-the-bookmobile-team-at-the-senior-center-8/

Great Room Senior Center Branch, 276 Broadway St. , Floor 2, Lowell, MA, 01850

PJ Library: Hanukkah Storytime

Join PJ Library at the Pollard Memorial Library for a special Hanukkah story time.  Enjoy some holiday treats, a craft, and a PJ Library story about the festival of lights!  Free and open to families with children ages 6 and younger. Registration is encouraged!  Plea......More

Join PJ Library at the Pollard Memorial Library for a special Hanukkah story time.  Enjoy some holiday treats, a craft, and a PJ Library story about the festival of lights!  Free and open to families with children ages 6 and younger. Registration is encouraged!  Please sign up by calling the Children's Reference Desk (978) 674-1529 or online: https://lowelllibrary.org/events/ https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/pj-storytime-hannukah/

Ground Floor Community / Meeting Room Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Afternoon Storytime

Join us for an all ages storytime with books, activities, and a craft! https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/hold-for-family-storytime-molly-gj-6-13-2025-4/

Ground Floor Community / Meeting Room Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Weekly Fiber Arts Group

Meeting on the first floor in the Alcove. Calling all fiber artists - bring your latest work in progress and join us for conversation! Crafters are welcome to stay longer than 7:30, but please note the library closes at 9PM. Please contact Gwen with any questions: ......More

Meeting on the first floor in the Alcove. Calling all fiber artists - bring your latest work in progress and join us for conversation! Crafters are welcome to stay longer than 7:30, but please note the library closes at 9PM. Please contact Gwen with any questions: [email protected] . https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/weekly-fiber-arts-group-159/

First Floor Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Virtual - Mystery/Thriller Book Recs with Bestselling Author, Hank Phillippi Ryan

Love Mysteries and Thrillers but not sure what to read next? Join bestselling author, Hank Phillippi Ryan, for this quarterly session of her recommendations of some of the best of mystery/thrillers out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Hank's many e......More

Love Mysteries and Thrillers but not sure what to read next? Join bestselling author, Hank Phillippi Ryan, for this quarterly session of her recommendations of some of the best of mystery/thrillers out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Hank's many enthusiastic reviews. Register directly on Zoom HERE. You can sign up for one session or for all! HANK PHILLIPPI RYAN is USA Today bestselling author of 16 psychological thrillers, winning the most prestigious awards in the genre: five Agathas, five Anthonys, and the coveted Mary Higgins Clark Award. She is also on-air investigative reporter for Boston’s WHDH-TV, with 37 EMMYs and dozens more journalism honors for her groundbreaking journalism and true crime stories. National book critics call her “a superb and gifted storyteller.” Her current novel is One Wrong Word, a twisty story of gaslighting, manipulation, and murder. Hank is on the board of International Thriller Writers, a sought-after teacher and keynote speaker, and host of three popular online live events: THE BACK ROOM, CRIME TIME on A Mighty Blaze, and FIRST CHAPTER FUN. She lives in Boston with her husband, a nationally renowned criminal defense attorney. Her next novel, All This Could be Yours, comes out in September 2025 from Minotaur Books. People Magazine says: “A nail-biting thriller.” We'll send out a list of all recommendations for those who register. We will also be recording our meetings and uploading them to our YouTube Channel. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library and is in collaboration with a multitude of MA and NH libraries. We are thrilled to be partnering with the Ashland Senior Center for this event. https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-mystery-thriller-book-recs-with-bestselling-author-hank-phillippi-ryan-2/

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Virtual - Inclusive and Diverse Book Recs with Bookstagrammer @sometimesleelynnreads

Looking for the best books with BIPOC/LGBTQ+/Neurodivergent/Disabled etc. characters or by representative authors but not sure what to read next? Join bookstagrammer, Leelynn Brady (aka @sometimesleelynnreads), monthly for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - any......More

Looking for the best books with BIPOC/LGBTQ+/Neurodivergent/Disabled etc. characters or by representative authors but not sure what to read next? Join bookstagrammer, Leelynn Brady (aka @sometimesleelynnreads), monthly for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - any genre as well as YA and Middle Grade books, as long as they are by diverse authors or have inclusive storylines! We're sure you'll find something to like from Leelynn's many enthusiastic reviews. Please register for this event by clicking HERE. Leelynn (she/they) is a book blogger and bookstagrammer at @sometimeleelynnreads . She is an avid reader and supporter of diverse books. She has been talking about her favorite books and authors on Instagram for 10 years and doesn’t plan on stopping anytime soon. Her love of reading was fostered at an early age, when her mom told her how much she loved reading and wanted to be just like her. She also participates in a few book clubs that continue to expand her reading, and is a huge library and indie bookstore supporter. Coming from the beautiful state of Hawaii, she is excited to continue to share her love of books and hopes to bring some new and amazing books to your radar. Image credit: Graphics by Waffley Cute Designs We'll send out a list of all recommendations for those who register. We will also be recording our meetings and uploading them to our YouTube Channel. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library and is in collaboration with a multitude of MA and NH libraries. https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-inclusive-and-diverse-book-recs-with-bookstagrammer-sometimesleelynnreads-11/

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Armchair Genealogy Group

Are you looking to fill out your family tree? The Community Planning Librarian from the Pollard Memorial Library is teaming up with local armchair genealogists to demonstrate how to use genealogy databases, vital records, census records, city directories and maps to ......More

Are you looking to fill out your family tree? The Community Planning Librarian from the Pollard Memorial Library is teaming up with local armchair genealogists to demonstrate how to use genealogy databases, vital records, census records, city directories and maps to fill out your family story. Basic computer knowledge is helpful, but even the non-tech savvy can join us to gather tips! All are welcome to this casual group meeting! The Armchair Genealogy Group will meet in the computer classroom on the second floor of the Senior Center on the third Friday of each month. The Group also meets on the first Friday of the month at the Pollard Memorial Library.  https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/armchair-genealogy-group-11/

Computer Classroom Senior Center Branch, 276 Broadway St. , Floor 2, Lowell, MA, 01850

Family Gingerbread House Decorating Craft

Families are welcome to join us and celebrate the holiday season in sweet style by decorating a “gingerbread” house!  We will be decorating houses made with graham crackers and candy.  Please let us know if your child has any food allergies by sending an email to leld......More

Families are welcome to join us and celebrate the holiday season in sweet style by decorating a “gingerbread” house!  We will be decorating houses made with graham crackers and candy.  Please let us know if your child has any food allergies by sending an email to [email protected] or calling (978) 674-1528. Children in grades Pre-K - Grade 5 will be provided with supplies to decorate one house.  *PLEASE NOTE: This program was added as an extra gingerbread house decorating craft session due to the popularity of our Family Movie and Craft on 12/22/25.  Please only sign up for ONE SESSION on this day. Registration is required and space is limited.  Sign up below. https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/movie-and-craft-gingerbread-house-decorating-2/

Ground Floor Community / Meeting Room Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Movie and Craft - Gingerbread House Decorating

Families are welcome to join us and celebrate the holiday season in sweet style by decorating a “gingerbread” house and watching a movie! This year we will be watching the movie Shrek 2 with our favorite pal Gingy while we decorate houses made with graham crackers and......More

Families are welcome to join us and celebrate the holiday season in sweet style by decorating a “gingerbread” house and watching a movie! This year we will be watching the movie Shrek 2 with our favorite pal Gingy while we decorate houses made with graham crackers and candy. Sign up begins Monday, November 24.  Please let us know if your child has any food allergies by sending an email to [email protected] or calling (978) 674-1528. Children in grades Pre-K - Grade 5 will be provided with supplies to decorate one house.  Registration is required and space is limited.  Sign up below. https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/movie-and-craft-gingerbread-house-decorating/

Ground Floor Community / Meeting Room Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Decorate a Gingerbread Person

Stop by the YA Space to decorate a gingerbread person with frosting and candy! For teens and tweens in grades 5-12. https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/decorate-a-gingerbread-person/

Young Adult (YA) Area - First Floor Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

One-on-One Tech Help at the PML

One-on-One Tech Help is a free opportunity for you to get help from our IT Specialist with your personal technology-related questions. Bring your device or questions and our IT Specialist will answer questions, show you how to use your device, and direct you to additi......More

One-on-One Tech Help is a free opportunity for you to get help from our IT Specialist with your personal technology-related questions. Bring your device or questions and our IT Specialist will answer questions, show you how to use your device, and direct you to additional resources. Registration is REQUIRED. Please register below or call Adult Reference at 978-674-1544. For questions, please contact Khalid Noori at 978-674-1547 or [email protected].  https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/computer-and-internet-skills-at-the-pml-25/

First Floor Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Chess Club

Want to learn how to play chess or are you an expert who's looking for others who enjoying playing? Join Lowell Chess enthusiasts on Tuesdays in the Pollard Memorial Library Meeting Room. All levels welcome. Bring a chess set if you have one, but come anyhow, we have ......More

Want to learn how to play chess or are you an expert who's looking for others who enjoying playing? Join Lowell Chess enthusiasts on Tuesdays in the Pollard Memorial Library Meeting Room. All levels welcome. Bring a chess set if you have one, but come anyhow, we have some spare sets. For more information about Chess in Lowell like the Facebook page or email [email protected]! https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/chess-club-217/

Ground Floor Community / Meeting Room Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

One-on-One Tech Help at PML

One-on-One Tech Help is a free opportunity for you to get help from our IT Specialist with your personal technology-related questions. Bring your device or questions and our IT Specialist will answer questions, show you how to use your device and direct you to additio......More

One-on-One Tech Help is a free opportunity for you to get help from our IT Specialist with your personal technology-related questions. Bring your device or questions and our IT Specialist will answer questions, show you how to use your device and direct you to additional resources.  Registration is REQUIRED. Please sign up down below or call Adult Reference at 978-674-1544. For questions please contact Khalid Noori at 978-674-1547 or [email protected].  https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/one-on-one-tech-help-at-pml-153/

First Floor Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

One-on-One Tech Help at PML

One-on-One Tech Help is a free opportunity for you to get help from our IT Specialist with your personal technology-related questions. Bring your device or questions and our IT Specialist will answer questions, show you how to use your device and direct you to additio......More

One-on-One Tech Help is a free opportunity for you to get help from our IT Specialist with your personal technology-related questions. Bring your device or questions and our IT Specialist will answer questions, show you how to use your device and direct you to additional resources. Registration is REQUIRED. Please sign up down below or call Adult Reference at 978-674-1544. For questions please contact Khalid Noori at 978-674-1547 or [email protected].  https://pollardml.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/one-on-one-tech-help-at-pml-102/

First Floor Main Branch, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852