Monday, October 13

Closed for Indigenous Peoples’ Day / Columbus Day.

Tuesday, October 14

CLOSED 12:00 PM —2:00 PM

We will be observing special hours for a town wide employee event. We will be open 10AM – 12PM, and 2PM – 9PM.

Tuesday, October 14 @ 4:00—4:45 PM

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: “Sweater Weather” by Matt Phelan.

Registration is appreciated! Register here.

This program is for children PreK – Grade 3.

Wednesday, October 15 @ 9:30—11:30 AM on ZOOM

This week’s topic (October 15) is Using AI In Your Job Search. 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.

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Wednesday, October 15 @ 10:30 AM—12:30 PM

Stop by the library to meet with North Andover Community Support Services –

The Community Support Services Department advances individual and community wellness and growth by providing personal support and community partnership and engagement to members of the North Andover community. Resources available include individual support and advocacy, information and referral services, and guidance through various needs.

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Wednesday, October 15 @ 10:30—11:30 AM

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! Register here.

This program is for children 18-36 months.

Wednesday, October 15 @ 3:30—4:30 PM

If you’re the creative sort, drop in and try a new craft each month.

This month, we will make Halloween bleach-art shirts.

**PLEASE BRING A BLACK T-SHIRT TO DECORATE.**

This program is for students in grades 4-8. Register here.

Thursday, October 16 @ 10:30—11:30 AM

If your child finds other story times overstimulating, this small-group story time will have a visual schedule , shorter stories, lower lighting, and fidget toys. This story time is intended for neurodivergent children.

Registration is required. Register here.

Thursday, October 16 @ 4:00—4:45 PM

Join us monthly to discuss one of the 2025-2026 Massachusetts Children’s Book Award book nominees!

If your child reads 5 titles from the list before May 2026, they can vote for their favorite!

This month: “Telephone of the Tree” by Alison McGhee

Copies will be available at the Children’s Room Circulation Desk. **Please pick one up and read the book before the meeting!**

This program is for children in grades 3-7. Register here.

Friday, October 17 @ 10:30—11:30 AM

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. Siblings are welcome.

Weekly sign-up necessary! Register here.

This program is for children 3-5 years old.

**REGISTRATION UPDATE: Please only register the 3-5 year old child who will be participating in the CRAFT after story time! Younger siblings are absolutely welcome, but do not need to be registered if they are not participating in the CRAFT.**

Saturday, October 18 @ 2:00—3:00 PM

Kids ages 4 and up can join us to make art with LEGO bricks! We will be using LEGO bricks and washable ink to stamp designs onto paper.

No registration required, just drop in!

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 »