Fall Book Sale!
Everything is sorted by genre and prices are excellent. All proceeds fund our lectures, performers, summer reading programs, and exceptional extras like our museum passes.
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Youth Art Exhibition
During the period of November - December 2026, the Library will curate a youth art show featuring the works of artists under the age of 18! Applications open August - September 2026.
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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All Write Now
Wed. Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join us for drop-in write-ins at the library writing group, every Wednesday this September. Writers in all genres are welcome. Drop in to write along!
Process Art Workshop
Wednesdays, Sept. 16 - Dec. 16
at 6:00 p.m. (*no group 11/11, 11/18, 11/25)
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. 17 - Nov. 5
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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Delayed Opening
Mon. Sept. 28, at 10:00 a.m.
There will be a delayed morning opening due to a staff meeting. Please plan any visits accordingly. We will be open from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Social Worker
NEW HOURS: 2nd & 4th Thursdays
11:00AM - 2:00PM or by appointment
Jessie Palm, LICSW, is available at no charge to help residents of Essex, Hamilton, Wenham and Rockport.
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Pre-K Play
Select Thursdays, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m
9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8
A fun, welcoming playgroup designed for ages 3 - 5 to explore, play, and socialize.
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Author Talk
Thurs. Sept. 24, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Join local author Rob Fitzgibbon to discuss his new book Murder in Salem, Massachusetts: The Death of Frances Cochran.
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Topsfield Fair
Fri. Sept. 25, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join Dan Tremblay for the "History and Highlights of the Topsfield Fair," followed by a brief discussion after the film.
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Mahjong Open Play
Not a class! Please bring your own game set, National Mahjong/Mah Jongg League Card, and a basic understanding of the game. Register soon for one or both sessions:
Wed. Sept. 9, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Wed. Sept. 30, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Science Friday
Select Fridays, 3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
9/18, 10/23, 11/13
Join us for a rotating variety of self-directed activities, building challenges, and STEM-based games.
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Library Closed
The Library will be closed Mon. Oct. 12 for Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
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FANTOS Book Club
Second Tuesdays, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
FANTOS! Speculative Fiction Book Club will discuss Hidden Pictures on Tues. Oct. 8. Get your copy now!
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Adult Lego Club
Select Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30PM
Oct. 14, Nov. 18, Dec. 9
Adults need a safe place to create. Use our LEGOs or bring your own! No registration necessary.
Graffiti Contest Winners
Votes for the three categories in our Graffiti Contest are in! Congratulations to our winners, with thanks to all artists and to the people who voted.
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Current Artist
Oil paintings by Katherine Pickering on display at the Hamilton-Wenham Library through September and October.
For library art display information at Hamilton-Wenham, click here.
Hoopla Budget
As of July 2026 the library has set a monthly budget cap for our Hoopla account, which is divided into a collective daily borrow limit. Patrons can still borrow up to 4 items per month while budget is available.
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Notary Services
Notary services are available at the library by appointment only. For more information, call 978-468-5577 or email info@hwlibrary.org.
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Study Rooms
Our three library study rooms - Large, Medium, and Small - can be booked online for up to two hours per day and up to one week in advance.
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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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