Baby Bookworms
Tues. Jan. 21 - March 25
at 11:30 a.m.
No group on 2/18
Ages birth to 18 months, with a caregiver. No registration required.
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18th Annual PJ Drive
Sat. Feb. 1 - Sat. March 15
Our Children's Room is partnering with Cradles to Crayons and the Boston Bruins to collect NEW pajamas, sizes 12 months to 18/20 (adult medium) for local children across the Commonwealth.
Academy Awards Contest
Sat. Feb. 1 - Sat. March 1
Ages 18 and up are invited to pick up and submit a completed ballot to our Main Desk by 4:00 p.m. on Sat. March 1. The most correct answers wins a $30 AMC Gift Certificate.
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Teen Contest Results
38 stories were submitted to our Write the Hook contest in December. Read the four winning entries at the Informed Teens blog. Congratulations to all who participated!
Tax Information
We are unable to offer to tax appointments in 2025 due to a lack of trained volunteers. Click here for information about tax materials at the library.
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Winter Programs
It's Winter in the Children's Room! Many current and upcoming programs require registration, so get the details and sign up now.
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Blood Drive
Wed. Feb. 5, 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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All Write Now
Wed. Feb. 5, 11:00AM - 12:00PM
Wed. Feb. 19, 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!
Process Art Workshop
Wednesdays, Jan. 8 - March 26 at 6:00 p.m. (*no group Feb. 19)
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, Jan. 16 - March 20
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. (*No group 2/13 or 2/20)
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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Family LEGO
Select Fridays, 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. || Jan. 17 & 21, Feb. 7 & 28, March 14 & 28
This self-directed, drop-in LEGO program is designed for 3 and up due to small parts. No registration necessary.
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Poop Museum 2
Sat. Feb. 8, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Calling ages 5 - 12 years old for a fast-paced, highly interactive look at the fascinating world of poop, both animal and human!
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Adult Lego Club
Second Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30PM
Jan. 8, Feb. 12, March 12, April 9, May 14
Adults need a safe place to create. Use our LEGOs or bring your own! No registration necessary.
Bundle Up With Books Reading Challenge
Mon. Jan. 6 - Fri. Feb. 10
Hop on Beanstack to take part in our winter reading challenge, open to all ages. You might win a prize!
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Galentine & Valentine Book Recs
Mon. Feb. 10, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
via ZOOM
Lorelei recommends romance reads that center pals, gals, and Valentines.
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Full STEAM Ahead
Select Tuesdays, 4:30 - 5:15 p.m.
Jan. 14 & 28, Feb. 11 & 25, March 4
STEAM programs for ages 6 - 12; no registration required.
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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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Tween Zone
Select Thursdays, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Jan. 16 & 30, Feb. 13 & 27
Ages 8 - 12 ONLY
Drop in for fun and relaxation in a space set up just for you!
Valentine Sensory Play
Fri. Feb. 14, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Valentine's Day-themed sensory exploration and fun! Designed for ages 2 and up with caregiver.
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FANTOS Book Club
Second Tuesdays, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
FANTOS is our relaunched Speculative Fiction Book Club. Titles have been chosen for Jan. 14, Feb. 11, and March 11. Bring your suggestions for future reading!
Time For Teeth
Sat. Feb. 15, 10:30 - 11:30 AM.
Celebrate Nat'l Children's Dental Health Month at this special story time with local dentist Dr. Priscilla Magnuson and Skyler the Horse!
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Library Closed
The Library will be closed Mon. Feb. 17th for Presidents' Day.
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HAROLD (rated PG)
Tues. Feb. 18, 1:30 - 3:15 p.m.
See HAROLD AND THE PURPLE CRAYON (PG, 89 min.) on our big screen! Drinks provided; bring your own snacks.
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Music at the Blissful
Wed. Feb. 19 at 3:30 p.m.
Join Evan Haller for a high-energy, fun-filled, interactive, movement-packed music experience for children ages birth - 8 years and their families.
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New Library Hours
Starting Monday, January 6, the library will open 9:30 a.m. every weekday, Monday - Friday.
PLEASE NOTE: Saturdays will remain a 10:00 a.m. opening.
Current Artist
Photo-based digital art by Linda Davis is on display at the Hamilton-Wenham Library through January and February.
For library art display information at Hamilton-Wenham, click here.
Contest Results
Announcing the results of the November 2024 Story Writing Contest! 13 stories were submitted and judged across two separate age groups: 7 - 9 and 10 - 12. Read ALL the stories here!
Flash Writing Results
Announcing the winners of the 2024 Adult Writing Contest. Our thanks to the judges, with congratulations to the winners and all who participated!
Puzzle Table
Visit our new Puzzle Table on the 2nd floor. Whether you are looking for an intensive sit down session or a moment or two of random play, hitting it as a team or going it solo, the puzzle is there.
Books Bite
Now - Mon. June 30, 2025
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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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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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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Henry the Juggler
Thurs. Feb. 20 at 3:30 p.m.
Henry Lappen juggles balls, clubs, rings, and flaming torches; walks on a wire; balances strange things on the end of his nose - and he does it all wordlessly, using mime and gestures.
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Stress Management
Thurs. February 20, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Join regional social worker Jessie Palm and social work intern Kate O'Hara for an interactive workshop on stress management.
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