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Wednesday, January 1Library Closed
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Thursday, January 24:00—4:45 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Kids Nonfiction Book Club: What Is the Story of Smokey Bear? by Steve Korté
Like reading about things that are real and true? Are facts and information on your favorite thing to read about? Join us for our Kids Nonfiction Book Chat!
This month we are learning about the mascot for preventing forest fires by reading “What Is the Story of Smokey Bear?" by Steve Korté.…Learn More3
Friday, January 34:00—5:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
LEGO Club
Do you like LEGO? Want to hang out with other people who do? Once a month we will meet for LEGO Club! The library will provide LEGO bricks to build with and challenges if you need some inspiration!
Ages 4+ please.
No registration required, just drop…Learn More4
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Tuesday, January 74:00—5:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Tween Graphic Novel Book Chat
If you’re a fan of graphic novels and comics then this is the group for you. Chat with fellow fans about a new book each month. This month we will be discussing The Stonekeeper by Kazu Kibuishi. Registration is required.8
Wednesday, January 82:00—4:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Vehicle Crafts for Kids: Drop In
Kids can join us on this North Andover Public Schools early release day for some vehicle crafts!
No need to register, just drop in!
Caregivers must participate with their child(ren).…Learn More9
Thursday, January 93:30—4:30 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Tween Craft: Shrinky Dinks
Join us for this fun and easy craft! Draw whatever design you want and shrink it down to size. This program is for students in grades 4-8. Registration is required.Thursday, January 96:00—8:30 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Adult Dungeons & Dragons
If you're still learning the basics or are familiar with the legendary roleplaying game, then this is the program for you! Take on the role of a fantasy being and learn the ropes as you take on epic quests. All skill levels are welcome. Space is limited.
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Saturday, January 1110:30—11:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Family Story Time
Families can join us for a special Saturday story time! We will read some stories, sing songs, and provide some activities for families to do together after the program.
Todays theme: Winter!All ages are welcome!
Registration is required and spots…Learn MoreSaturday, January 113:00—4:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Saturday Book Club: "The Snow Child"
Join us for our Saturday Afternoon Book Club. This month we are reading The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey. Alaska, 1920: a brutal place to homestead, and especially tough for recent arrivals Jack and Mabel. Childless, they are drifting apart -- he breaking under the weight of the work of the farm; she crumbling from loneliness and despair.…Learn More12
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Monday, January 1310:30—11:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Books and Babies
This infant lapsit program will provide early literacy opportunities for caregivers and babies through a story time with interactive song, movement, and fingerplay. After the program, babies and adults will have time to play and socialize. Siblings are welcome.…Learn More14
Tuesday, January 144:00—4:45 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Picture Book Club: Penguin Problems by Jory John and Lane Smith
Looking for a family book chat for your young reader?
Each month, we will read a picture book together then make a story-themed craft.
This month: “Penguin Problems" by Jory John and illustrated by Lane Smith.
Registration is appreciated!…Learn More15
Wednesday, January 159:30—11:30 AMZoom
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers 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.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 1510:30—11:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Toddler Time
Story time for toddlers will include songs, stories, puppets, manipulatives and more to help lay the foundation for early literacy. Time for play/socialization will be available after the program. Siblings are welcome.
Weekly sign-up necessary!
This program is for children 18-36 months.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 153:30—4:30 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Teen Crafternoon: Paint Card Garlands
If you’re the creative sort, drop in and try a new craft each month.
This month we will make paint card garlands.
This program is for students in grades 6-12.Wednesday, January 157:00—8:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Stitching Circle
A drop-in social group for stitchers of all kinds- whether you knit, crochet, or sew, please stop by and craft with us! Bring supplies you no longer want or need for the destash table.
All skill levels welcome! Stitching Circle is every third Wednesday of the month.…Learn More16
Thursday, January 1610:30—11:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Sensory Sensitive Story Time
If your little one finds other story times overstimulating, this small-group story time will have a visual schedule, shorter stories, lower lighting, and fidget toys for little hands to explore while listening.
Registration is required.
This story time is intended for neurodivergent children ages 0-5.…Learn MoreThursday, January 164:00—4:45 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
MCBA Book Club: Shark Summer by Ira Marcks
Join us monthly to discuss one of the 2024-2025 Massachusetts Children's Book Award book nominees!
If your child reads 5 of the nominees by May, they are able to vote for their favorite to win the Massachusetts Children's Book Award.
In January, we are reading GRAPHIC NOVEL "Shark Summer" by Ira Marcks.…Learn MoreThursday, January 166:00—7:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Taylor Swift Trivia
Swifities of all ages can join us for some trivia all about Taylor Swift! Registration is required and spots are limited!17
Friday, January 1710:30—11:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Preschool Story Time
Preschoolers can join us on Friday mornings for their very own Story Time! We will use stories, songs, felt boards and more to help your child to develop early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills. Each meeting will conclude with a craft to reinforce additional skills.…Learn MoreFriday, January 174:00—5:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Pokemon Club
Do you like Pokemon? Want to hang out with other people who do? Bring your cards and come to trade, see what others have and play Pokemon with us!!
This program is for children in grades K-5. **Please note the time of this program has changed!**18
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Monday, January 20Library Closed
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Tuesday, January 2110:30—11:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Homeschool Hangout
Homeschool families can join us for a monthly program! Kids and teens will do an activity led by a librarian, and caregivers are encouraged to share homeschooling practices and their experiences together.
Families with homeschool students of all ages…Learn MoreTuesday, January 217:00—8:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Tuesday Evening Book Discussion: North Woods
Join us for our Tuesday Evening Book Discussion! This month we are reading North Woods by Daniel Mason.
"When a pair of young lovers abscond from a Puritan colony, little do they know that their humble cabin in the woods will become the home of an extraordinary succession of human and nonhuman characters alike.…Learn More22
Wednesday, January 2210:30—11:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Toddler Time
Story time for toddlers will include songs, stories, puppets, manipulatives and more to help lay the foundation for early literacy. Time for play/socialization will be available after the program. Siblings are welcome.
Weekly sign-up necessary!
This program is for children 18-36 months.…Learn More23
Thursday, January 234:00—4:45 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Beginning Chapter Book Club- Our Friend Hedgehog: A Place to Call Home by Lauren Castillo
Is your child just starting to read Chapter Books? Are they working on building reading and comprehension skills? Join us for our Beginning Chapter Book Chat! This month: “Our Friend Hedgehog: A Place to Call Home" by Lauren CastilloRegistration is appreciated! Books available at the Children's Room circulation desk.…Learn MoreThursday, January 236:00—8:30 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Adult Dungeons & Dragons
If you're still learning the basics or are familiar with the legendary roleplaying game, then this is the program for you! Take on the role of a fantasy being and learn the ropes as you take on epic quests. All skill levels are welcome. Space is limited.
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Friday, January 2410:30—11:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Preschool Story Time
Preschoolers can join us on Friday mornings for their very own Story Time! We will use stories, songs, felt boards and more to help your child to develop early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills. Each meeting will conclude with a craft to reinforce additional skills.…Learn MoreFriday, January 244:00—4:45 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Story Solvers
In this STEM program, we’ll explore real-life, hands-on solutions to story book problems! This program is for students in grades 2-5!Registration required.25
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Sunday, January 262:00—4:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Family Movie: The Wild Robot (2024)
Join us for a Sunday Family Movie!The Wild Robot (2024). Rated PG. Run time: 1 hour 42 min. No registration necessary, just drop in! Caregivers must attend with their child(ren).27
Monday, January 2710:30—11:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Books and Babies
This infant lapsit program will provide early literacy opportunities for caregivers and babies through a story time with interactive song, movement, and fingerplay. After the program, babies and adults will have time to play and socialize. Siblings are welcome.…Learn MoreMonday, January 274:00—4:45 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Make-It-Monday: LEGO Stamped Snowflakes
Kids can unleash their creativity with a monthly craft. In January we’ll be making LEGO Stamped Snowflakes!This program is for kids in grades K-5!Registration is required and spots are limited!Monday, January 275:30—6:30 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Teen No-Book Book Group
Do you love books? Welcome to a group of fellow book lovers. Once a month we will meet and chat about books. There is no assigned reading involved! Just drop in ready to talk about your favorite books and hear what everyone else is loving!This program is for students in grades 6-12.…Learn More28
Tuesday, January 286:00—8:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Acrylic Paint Workshop with Brooke Lambert
Learn how to create beautiful and colorful acrylic paintings! In this class you will be introduced to painting with acrylic, including techniques in color mixing, observational painting, and composition. At your own pace you will learn how to paint still lifes using acrylic paint in a relaxed and welcoming environment.…Learn More29
Wednesday, January 2910:30—11:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Toddler Time
Story time for toddlers will include songs, stories, puppets, manipulatives and more to help lay the foundation for early literacy. Time for play/socialization will be available after the program. Siblings are welcome.
Weekly sign-up necessary!
This program is for children 18-36 months.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 292:30—4:30 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Family Movie: Happy Feet (2006)
Join us for a Family Movie on this North Andover Public Schools early release day!Happy Feet (2006). Rated PG. Run time: 1 hour 48 min. No registration necessary, just drop in! Caregivers must attend with their child(ren).30
Thursday, January 3010:30—11:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Book Talk - New Books!
Join Alison and Molly Thursday morning to learn all about new books. Share your recommendations and leave with more title for your TBR pile!Thursday, January 306:00—7:00 PMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Emergent Literacy Night
Caregivers and teachers, join us to learn about setting the foundation for reading success with your children.
Miss Megan will teach about the 6 major skills of Emergent Literacy, and provide activities and examples of how you as a caregiver can strengthen these skills with your young children.…Learn More31
Friday, January 3110:30—11:30 AMCommunity Meeting RoomStevens Memorial Library345 Main St, North Andover, MA, 01845
Preschool Story Time
Preschoolers can join us on Friday mornings for their very own Story Time! We will use stories, songs, felt boards and more to help your child to develop early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills. Each meeting will conclude with a craft to reinforce additional skills.…Learn More