Wednesday, July 31st from 2PM-3:30PM

Join us as the teachers from Pop Up Art School show you how to turn old recyclables into a beautiful piece of art. You’ll be proud to hang this piece of art in your home! This program is for students entering grades 6-12. Registration required!

Wednesday, July 31st from 7PM-8PM

**Please note that this program is at ATKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 111 Phillips Brooks Rd, North Andover, MA 01845**

Burst out of your everyday “bubble” and join us for an exhilarating, mesmerizing bubble show! Using wands, nets and props of all shapes and sizes, Bubbles McGee will captivate you with GAZILLIONS OF BUBBLES, creating a unique interactive experience. A treasure trove of fun for everyone involved, it’s a guaranteed bubbly time for ALL! All ages welcome! Walk-ins welcome! Registration appreciated!

Thursday, August 1st from 2PM-3PM **New Day and Time!**

Preschoolers can join us on Thursdays 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. This week’s theme is: Recycling! Weekly sign-up necessary! This program is for children 3-5 years old.

Thursday, August 1st from 3:30PM-4:30PM

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 oceans and the creatures who live there by reading “Earth’s Incredible Oceans” by Jess French. This program is for students in grades 2-5. Registration is appreciated!

Books available at the Children’s Room desk.

Thursday, August 1st from 6:30PM-7:30PM

BACK AGAIN BY POPULAR DEMAND! Brought to us by Animal Craze Traveling Farm, spend some time relaxing with a whole bunch of baby farm animals! An expert will be on hand to teach you how to feed, brush, and hold each animals in a calm setting. If you love animals then this is the program for you! This program is for students entering grades 6-12.

This program will be held outside at the tent at Atkinson Elementary.

Friday, August 2nd from 10:30AM-11:30AM

*Please note this is on Fridays during the summer!*

Storytime 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.

Friday, August 2nd from 2PM-3PM

On Fridays it’s time to play some games. We’ll be switching things up each week to play a variety of competitive games. This week we’ll be playing some Jackbox Games. Be sure to bring your phone or tablet to join in on the fun! Registration is required! This program is for students entering grades 6-12.

Friday, August 2nd from 3:30PM-4:30PM

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!! Registration is appreciated but not required!

Monday, August 5th from 10:30AM-11:30AM

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! This program is for children from birth to 18 months.

Monday, August 5th from 1:30PM-2:30PM

This month: “Twig and Turtle: Big Move to a Tiny House” by Jennifer Richard Jacobson

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 program is for students in grades K and UP. Registration is appreciated! Books available at the Children’s Room desk.

Monday, August 5th from 3PM-4PM

Stop by for a relaxing break in your day. We’ll have coloring books and colored pencils to help take your mind off of things. This program is for students entering grades 6-12. Registration is appreciated.

Monday, August 5th from 5PM-7PM

Nothing says summer like a vibrant pop of color! Bring a white tee-shirt and your creativity- we’ll provide the rest. *Note: Tie-Dye takes time. Dyed shirts will be packed in sealed bags to be rinsed at home!* Dress for a mess! All ages welcome.