Wednesday Night Zoom
Wed. Nov. 6, 13, 20 || 5:30-8:00PM
Join us Wednesday nights this November on Zoom for silent writing.
*PLEASE NOTE: There is no session 11/27/24.
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All Write Now
Wed. Nov. 6, 11:00AM - 12:00PM
Wed. Nov. 20, 11:00AM - 12:00PM
Join us for drop-in write-ins at the library writing group. Writers in all genres are welcome. Drop in to write along!
Fall Programs
It's Fall in the Children's Room! Many current and upcoming programs require registration, so get the details here.
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Process Art Workshop
Wednesdays, Sept. 18 - Dec. 11 at 6:00 p.m. (*no group Oct. 2 or Nov. 27)
Join Ms. Eva for a themed story and awesome activities that practice process art methods! Designed for ages 2 - 6 and their adults.
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Bouncing Babies
Thursdays, Sept. 19 - Nov. 7,
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Take a stroll with your little one, then gather inside the library. Designed for ages 0-12mo and their adults. Older siblings welcome!
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Planning for Medicare
Thurs. Nov. 7, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Learn about Medicare health insurance options, whether or not you’re planning to retire. Topics include: Medicare Parts A and B, enrollment timeline, Medigap plans, and more.
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Family LEGO
Select Fridays, 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. || Sept. 20 & 27, Oct. 18 & 25, Nov. 8 & 22, Dec. 13 & 20
This self-directed, drop-in LEGO program is designed for all ages with a caregiver. No registration necessary.
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Friday Morning Movies
Select Fridays in November
starting at 10:30 a.m.
Join us at the library for matinee showings of INSIDE OUT 2 (11/1), TWISTERS (11/8), IT ENDS WITH US (11/15), and YOU GOTTA BELIEVE (11/22). Water and movie snacks will be served.
Emotional Fitness
Sat. Nov. 9, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Join Shaun of Zetlin Fitness to learn how fitness can help heal us from anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma.
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Write On! November 2024
Saturday Write-ins in November
10:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Come when you can, leave when you like as we Write On and Write In this November at the library.
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Story Writing Contest
Click here for contest information and submission rules, including by email. Writers ages 7 - 12 are invited to participate! Deadline is Sat. Nov. 30 at midnight.
November is for writing. Write On! at the Library!
Write the Hook
Submit the beginning or "hook" to your story for a chance at cash prizes. Open to Essex County teens grades 6 - 12. Deadline is Tuesday, December 31 at midnight. Contest rules here!
Adult Writing Contest:
In A Flash
November 1 - December 16
Read the guidelines and write a flash fiction story (any genre, theme of your choice) to submit for our 3rd Adult Writing Contest. Deadline is Mon. Dec. 16 at midnight.
Library Closed
The Library will be closed Monday, November 11th for Veterans Day.
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Social Worker
2nd & 4th Tuesdays
10:30AM - 12PM or by appointment
Jessie Palm, LICSW, is available at no charge to help residents of Essex, Hamilton, Wenham and Rockport.
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Knitting Group
Tues. Nov. 12, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Grab your project bag and drop in for knit night! Enjoy conversation and creativity as you work alongside other yarn crafters.
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Read to Keeva
Tues. Nov. 12, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Come for one-on-one reading time with Keeva on a first come, first given basis. Sign in on arrival. For emerging readers in grades K-3.
Adult Lego Club
Select Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 9, Nov. 13, Dec. 11
Adults need a safe place to create. We supply the Lego, you supply the creativity! No registration necessary.
Sensory Play
Fridays, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sept. 13, Oct. 4, Nov. 15
Ages 2 and up and their caregivers are invited for fun sensory play. No registration required.
Library Calendar
Inside Out 2
Sat. Nov. 16, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Families of all ages are invited to come & watch INSIDE OUT 2 (2024, PG, 96 min.) on our big screen. Drinks provided, BYO snacks!
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Recipe Swap
Mon. Oct. 21 - Wed. Nov. 20
Submit your recipes for an epic recipe swap. Deadline is Wed. Nov. 20 to be included in the swap.
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I love My Stuffie
Sat. Nov. 23, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
Bring your favorite stuffie or lovey to story time! No registration needed. Designed for ages 2+.
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Your Next Great Read
Fill out our online form to find "Your Next Great Read." We will select three books based on your answers and contact you when they are ready for pickup.
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Santa Gnomes Workshop
Wed. Dec. 4, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Make no-sewing Santa Gnomes with Mandy Roberge. Workshop for teens in grades 6 - 12. Registration is required.
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Current Artist
Paintings by Linda Layman are on display at the Hamilton-Wenham Library through September and October.
For library art display information at Hamilton-Wenham, click here.
Books Bite
Mon. July 1 - Tues. Dec. 31
Dog ate your (Hamilton-Wenham) library book? You may be able to escape the fee...in exchange for cute pictures of the perpetrator!
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Book Clubs
Get the lowdown on all book clubs at the Hamilton-Wenham Public Library.
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3D Printer
3D Printing is back! Visit the 3D Printer page for more information, including our library's 3D Printer Policy, new procedure for printing, and online request form.
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