Dawnland
Thurs. Nov. 13, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
This film goes behind the scenes as the first official Truth and Reconciliation Commission in the U.S.A. begins their investigation. Registration requested; drop-ins welcome.
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Bouncing Babies
Thursdays, Sept. 18 – Nov. 6
10:00 - 11:00 a.m
Walk together outside with strollers, slings and carriers, then gather inside the library. Designed for ages 0-12mo and their adults.
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FANTOS Book Club
Second Tuesdays, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
FANTOS! Speculative Fiction Book Club will be discussing The Road on Thursday Nov. 13 (we'll be closed Tues. Nov. 11). Get your copy now!
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Friday Morning Movies
Select Fridays in November
starting at 10:00 a.m.
Join us for Friday library matinees of MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: FINAL RECKONING (11/7), F1 (11/14), and THE NAKED GUN (11/21). Water and movie snacks will be served.
It's Great To Hibernate!
Sat. Nov. 15 at 10:30 a.m.
Stories, music and movement about the animals that curl up in a safe place to stay through the winter. Designed for ages 2 years & up.
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Delayed Openings
Mon. Nov. 17 at 10:00 a.m.
Due to a staff meeting.
Tues. Nov. 18 at 11:00 a.m.
Due to roof work.
Please plan your visits accordingly!
Baby Bookworms
Tuesdays Sept. 16 - Nov. 25
at 11:30 a.m.
No group on 11/11
Ages birth to 18 months, with a caregiver. No registration required.
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Full STEAM Ahead
Select Tuesdays, 4:30 - 5:15 p.m.
9.30, 10.14, 10.28, 11.18, 12.2
STEAM programs for ages 6 - 12; no registration required.
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All Write Now
Wed. Nov. 5, 12, 19, 26
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join us for drop-in write-ins at the library writing group, four Wednesdays this November. Writers in all genres are welcome. Drop in to write along!
50+ Job Seekers
Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday
9:30 - 11:30 a.m., via ZOOM
August - December
Sign up for individual sessions in our Library Calendar, or sign up for all sessions here.
Blood Drive
Wed. Nov. 19, 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.
The Red Cross will be visiting our library for a blood drive. Registration is required and space is limited.
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Process Art Workshop
Wednesdays, Sept. 10 - Dec. 10
at 6:00 p.m. (*no group 9/24, 10/1, 11/26)
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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Read to Keeva
Thurs. Nov. 20 at 3:30 p.m.
Come for one-on-one time reading to Keeva on a first come, first given basis. Sign in on arrival. For emerging readers in grades K-3.
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Creative Journaling
Thurs. Nov. 20, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Adults and teens ages 13+ are invited to register for this creative writing workshop. Basic journals and art supplies provided, or bring your own!
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Gross! Weird! Cool!
Sat. Nov. 22, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Discover the outer limits of weird science, with real world zombies, fish that climb trees, and an animal that can chop its own head off.
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Social Worker
2nd & 4th Tuesdays
9:30AM - 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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Thanksgiving Holiday
The Library will close early at 1:00 p.m. on Wed. Nov. 26, and remain closed Thurs. Nov. 27 - Fri. Nov. 28 for the holiday. We will be open our usual Saturday hours on Nov. 29.
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Movie Matinee: ELIO
Sat. Nov. 29, 1:30 - 3:15 p.m.
Watch ELIO (PG, 99 min.) on our big screen! Drinks provided; bring your own snacks.
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Family LEGO
Select Fridays, 3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Sept. 5 & 26, Oct. 3 & 24, Nov. 7, Dec. 5
This self-directed, drop-in LEGO program is designed for 3 and up due to small parts. No registration necessary.
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Gingerbread House Workshop
Wed. Dec. 10, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Ages 12 - 18 are invited to decorate your own mini-gingerbread house with candy, frosting, and your imagination.
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Adult Lego Club
Second Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30PM
Oct. 8, Nov. 12, Dec. 10, Jan. 14, Feb. 11, March 11
Adults need a safe place to create. Use our LEGOs or bring your own! No registration necessary.
PJ Library Story Time
Thursdays 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Register ahead for special story times with Ms Rachael of PJ Library, exploring Rosh Hashanah (Sept. 18), Sukkot (Oct. 9), and Hanukkah (Dec. 11).
Fall Sensory
Fridays, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14, Dec. 12
Ages 2 and up and their caregivers are invited for fun sensory play. No registration required.
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Current Artist
Paintings by Dale Partis Greene are on display at the Hamilton-Wenham Library through November and December.
For library art display information at Hamilton-Wenham, click here.
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 Wednesday, December 31 at midnight.
Contest Rules
Notary Services
Notary Services will be available at the library as of Sat. Nov. 1, by appointment only.
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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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Study Rooms
Study room use policy change! As of July 1st, study rooms can be reserved up to one week in advance at the Hamilton-Wenham Library.
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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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Library Newsletter
Sign up for our monthly newsletter for timely news on upcoming library programs, including free workshops, lectures, concerts and more! (You can also find past issues here.)
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Things You'll Spy In the Sky
Sat. Dec. 6, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
Look to the skies in stories, music, games, and a craft. Designed for families with children ages 2 and up.
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