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ALL AGES BOOKMARK CONTEST

September is Library Card Sign Up Month and we are celebrating with an all ages bookmark contest! Submit your entry for a chance to win and have your bookmark printed professionally and available at the library for patrons to take!

Submit your entry for a chance to win and have your bookmark printed professionally and available at the library for patrons to take!

Entries due: Friday 9/12/25

Winners announced: Week of 9/14/25

Entry forms available at the Information Services, Teen and Children’s desks, or download the entry form here.

9/3 VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group – Career Story (“Tell Me A Bit About Yourself”)

Wednesday, September 3 @ 9:30—11:30 AM on ZOOM

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!

This week’s topic (September 3) is Career Story. Register directly on Zoom HEREThis 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.

9/3 Cookbook Club: What to Cook When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking

Wednesday, September 3 @ 7:00—8:00 PM

Come discuss the cookbook What to Cook When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking by Caroline Chambers!

“With three little boys less than two years apart and a packed schedule as an online creator, Caroline Chambers often doesn’t feel like cooking. Can you relate? When you just can’t motivate yourself in the kitchen, this is the book you should reach for.

Everyone is encouraged to bring a dish from the book to share and we will eat as we discuss this month’s book.

Stop by reference to pick up a copy. Cookbook Club is the first Wednesday of every month.

9/4 Kids Nonfiction Book Club: This is How We Do It by Matt Lamothe

Thursday, September 4 @ 4:00—4:45 PM

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 how kids’ around the world in “This is How We Do It: One Day in the Lives of Seven Kids from Around the World” by Matt Lamothe.

Registration is appreciated! Register here.

Books available at the Children’s Room desk.

This program is for students in grades 2-5.

9/5 Lego Club

Friday, September 5 @ 4:00—5:00 PM

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!

Tech Help Hours

Do you have a new phone, tablet or other device? Or, one you would like learn more about it? Tech Help is available on Wednesdays from 6pm – 7pm

Please register on our online calendar. Meet in the library Reading Room for personalized technology assistance. Bring your device, laptop, tablet, smartphone, etc. and your questions! Continued »

OverDrive/Libby Lending Period

The default lending period in OverDrive/Libby is 14 days. Patrons have the option to select 21 days or 7 days when borrowing!

MVLC Mobile App: Apple & Android available now

MVLC library users now have their choice of the MVLC Mobile App iOS version is available to download from the Apple App Store  or the MVLC Mobile App Android version and may be downloaded from the Google Play Store.  Users who have set up the previous mobile app on their devices will need to uninstall the old app and then go to the appropriate store to download the new app.

OverDrive Log-in update

OverDrive now asks MVLC library patrons to enter their Library Card PIN when logging into the Libby app or on the OverDrive website. If you are not sure of your PIN or need assistance, please contact the Circulation Desk for assistance.   Call 978-688-9505 or email: stevens-circulation@northandoverma.gov

Stevens 24×7: read & listen from wherever …

Enjoy the many digital resources available to you using your Stevens library card, an internet connection, and a tablet, phone, laptop, or PC.  Use OverDrive for books, Freegal for music, or click on E-library on www.StevensMemLib.org to find more: magazines, newspapers,  encyclopedias, and language courses. Keep scrolling to find cooking and recipes, hobbies and crafts instructions, or instruction through self-paced video lessons from music and artistic professionals. How to find or use questions: email: smlRefServices@NorthAndoverMA.gov

Employment Support: searching, resume prep, interview skills and more

Visit the Employment Support page to assist in job searches, resume prep, and career and business development. The page is accessible at home, all you need is your library card number and pin. Check out the page by clicking here. Continued »

Don’t have a library card? Sign-up now!

Don’t have a library card? Visit the Library during its open hours or send an email to Stevens-Circulation@northandoverma.gov . Include your full name, North Andover address, and a phone number.  A library staff member will respond when available to get you started using the Library’s many resources.