Plant A Seed, Read

Summer programming begins July 6. Visit our Summer at the Stevens webpage for booklists, events, and more!

Tuesday, July 21 @ 7:00—8:00 PM

Join us for our Tuesday Evening Book Discussion every third Tuesday of the month! This month we are reading Paradise Falls by Keith O’Brien.

From the New York Times best-selling journalist, the staggering, hidden story of an unlikely band of mothers who discovered the deadly secret of Love Canal, and exposed one of America’s most devastating environmental disasters.

Pick up a copy at the Reference Desk!

Wednesday, July 22 @ 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, July 22 @ 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!

This program is for children 18-36 months.

Wednesday, July 22 @ 2:00—4:00 PM

Join us at the Stevens Memorial Library Farm to participate in a dramatic play farm!

We will have different stations set up for kids to participate in farm activities!

Ages 2-7

No registration required, but a waiting period may be necessary if traffic is high. 

Wednesday, July 22 @ 6:00—7:00 PM

Bring your own photograph or use one of our recycled book pages to create a unique stitched design.

Registration is required and spots are limited!

Thursday, July 23 @ 11:00 AM—1:00 PM

Join us for a four-session series of classes designed to teach new players about the ins and outs of Dungeons and Dragons. Members of the NAHS Dungeons & Dragons club will show participants everything they need to know to get started!

Registering for the program means agreeing to attend each session on the following dates:

• July 16th
• July 23rd
• July 30th
• August 6th

Registration is required. This program is for students ages 12-16.

Thursday, July 23 @ 2:00—3:00 PM

It’s time to get creative! We’ll have a new and fun craft each week for you to make and take home. This week, we’ll be making Bee Hotels.

This program is for students entering grades 6-12.

Thursday, July 23 @ 6:00—7:00 PM

Atkinson Elementary School 111 Phillips Brooks Rd, North Andover, MA, 01845

10x Boston Parent Paper Family Favorite and National Touring Musician, Music at the Blissful (Evan Haller) from Boston, Massachusetts comes to the Atkinson Elementary Blacktop for a high energy, fun-filled, interactive, movement-packed music experience for the whole family. Come join the fun as we sing, jump, shake, laugh and go slow and fast with Music at The Blissful. Featuring songs off his new album, “Agozu”.

All ages welcome! Registration appreciated!

*Please bring blankets or chairs to sit on during this outdoor event!*

**This event is at Atkinson Elementary School 111 Phillips Brooks Rd, North Andover, MA 01845. Our setup location has changed due to construction. Please click here to view the map of parking and event space for summer 2026.**

Friday, July 24 @ 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!

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.**

Friday, July 24 @ 1:00—2:30 PM

On Friday it’s time to party and play some games. Today we will be playing some Jackbox party games. Please bring a cell phone or tablet with you!

Registration is required. This program is for students entering grades 6-12.

Friday, July 24 @ 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!

**LEGO Creations will be on display in the CHILDREN’S ROOM this summer!**