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5/4 Books & Babies

Monday, May 4 @ 10:30—11:30 AM

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.

Weekly sign-up necessary! Register here.

This program is for children from birth to 18 months.

5/4 Teen Banned Book Club

Monday, May 4 @ 7:00—8:00 PM

A book club for teens, aimed at highlighting the various books being challenged or banned across the country.

This month we will be reading Not All Boys Are Blue by George M. Johnson.

This program is for students in grades 6-12. Register here.

5/6 VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group

Wednesday, May 6 @ 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!

This week’s topic (May 6) is Interview Strategies (“How To Land On The Short List”). Register directly on Zoom HERE. This group is sponsored by approximately 30 Massachusetts public libraries.

5/6 North Andover Community Support Services

Wednesday, May 6 @ 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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5/6 Toddler Time

Wednesday, May 6 @ 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.

5/6 Tween Crafternoon: Melted Crayon Art

Wednesday, May 6 @ 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 melted crayon art.

** Registration is requested **Register here.

This program is for tweens in grades 4-8

5/6 Cookbook Club: Athens

Wednesday, May 6 @ 7:00—8:00 PM

Come discuss the cookbook Athens by Diane Kochilas!

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.

5/7 Mornings at the Library for All Abilities

Thursday, May 7 @ 10:30—11:30 AM

Join us every month for a different activity. This month we will be building with LEGO, Magnatiles, and Keva Planks!

This activity is for adults. Adult day groups welcome.

Registration required. Register here.

5/7 Kids Nonfiction Book Club: “What is the Story of Willy Wonka?” by Steve Korté

Thursday, May 7 @ 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 a classic book and movie character with “What is the Story of Willy Wonka?” by Steve Korté.

Registration is appreciated! Books available at the Children’s Room desk.

This program is for students in grades 2-5. Register here.

5/7 Celebrate Our Indian-American Neighbors

Thursday, May 7 @ 6:00—7:00 PM

Would you like to learn more about Indian culture and our neighbors who have come from India?

Join us for an interactive cultural presentation followed by a dancing demonstration!

Registration optional. Register here.

5/8 Preschool Story Time

Friday, May 8 @ 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.**

5/8 Story Solvers

Friday, May 8 @ 4:00—4:45 PM

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 is required. Register here.