Here's hoping we can breathe a sigh of relief now that Winter of 2014 is officially over.  Here in the library we are gearing up to bring you some wonderful authors and programs in April.  The literacy Program is starting up another training and will be holding Orientation meetings during the first week of April, check with Sue Jefferson if your are interested.  We can't forget that all important April vacation, and for sure the Children's department has you covered with lots of crafts and stories for all ages.  

We here at the Nevins Library want to say a fond farewell to our YA Librarian Anna Tschetter.  Anna was a wonderful addition to our staff and we wish her all the best. May the odds be ever in her favor.!! 

 See you soon, and keep warm!! 

 Nevins Memorial Staff

The Nevins Memorial Library will be participating again this year in the statewide program called Snapmass 2014.  This program encourages libraries of all types to set aside one day during the week of April 7-12 to take a "snapshot" of the activities and programs going on in the library that day.  This might include taking a picture of some children at Storytime or of someone using a computer in the library.  There are also some brief survey cards for folks to use to let us know what they are doing and how they use their library.  Pictures are posted to Flickr and are added to the photo groups from around the Commonwealth.  This is a really fun activity and shows very clearly the many different ways our patrons use the library, whether to access DVDs and books or to attend meetings and programs. Methuen community members are making this library a very busy place!  Come on down on April 7 and join the Fun!!  And bring your phone to snap some pictures of your own here at the library and post them to Facebook and Instagram.  Include the #snapmass2014 so they'll be included in the group!  For more information contact Kirsten in the Reference Department at 978-686-4080 ext 14.

Our own Pat Graham will lead two fun wonderful programs in April.

Join us Thursday, April 17^th at 6:30pm as she shows us how to make a beautiful centerpiece for your Easter table.  You will need to bring  hand clippers, a bowl no larger than 5" across, and any fun decorative items you'd like to add to your arrangement.  The suggested donation for this program is $15 per person. 

On Thursday, April 24^th at 6:30pm, it's pasta making time again!  Pat will demonstrate how to craft perfect pasta dough and show you how to make ravioli, tortellini, and various flavored pastas.  You'll need an apron, a container for transporting your pasta, and a rolling pin.  If you own a pasta maker, please feel free to bring it in if you wish.  The suggested donation for this program is also $15.

 Please click here ro register for either of these programs on our Calendar of Events page

Literacy Volunteers of Methuen is once again having tutor training classes starting in April.  This program is based at the Nevins Library and is geared towards adult ESOL (English Speakers of Other Languages) students.  Currently there is a long wait list of students wanting a tutor to help them improve their English.  If you are looking for a rewarding volunteer opportunity why not join our tutor training classes this month and start helping a fellow community member learn English.  For more information contact Sue @ 978-686-4080 x 32 or litvolmeth@gmail.com.

Orientations are on:  

April 1, 7pm  

April 3 10pm 

April 5, 10am 

Thomas Mickey  America's Romance with the English Garden

April 2^nd  at 7pm

Thomas Mickey's book is the story of tastemakers and homemakers, of savvy businessmen and a growing American middle class eager to buy their products.  It is also the story of the beginnings of the modern garden industry, which seduced the masses with its images and fixed the English garden in the mind of the American consumer.  See and nursery catalogs delivered aspirational images to front doorsteps from Maine to California and the English Garden became the look of America.  Registeronline or call the Reference Dept. at 978-686-4080 x13 for more information.

click here to register 

April Vacation Week Programs

Plan a vacation week trip to the library and browse through our new series section, special displays and DVD section (located on the main floor).

Please click here to register for any ot these programs through our Calendar of Events page 

Registration Required For All of the Following Programs

April 22^nd (T) at 11:00 am - The Lorax, an Earth Day Celebration (4 to 8 years old)

April 23^rd (W) at 10:00 am - Make a Stenciled Bleach T-Shirt (4^th to 6^th grade)  Please Bring a Black or Navy Colored T-Shirt from Home

April 24^th (Th) at 10:00 am - Story & Craft: Ninjas (K to 4^th grade)

April 24^th (Th) at 11:30 am - Chang's Tae Kwon Do America Demonstration Team (All Ages)

April 24^th (Th) at 6:30 pm - Build and Race a Rubber Band Car (4^th to 6^th grade)

April 25^th (F) at 1:30 pm - Blow Wind, Blow! (K to 3^rd grade)

April 26^th (Sat) at 10:00 am - It's Science Time (3 to 6 year olds)

Spring II Preschool Storytime Registation

Spring is here! Registration for the Spring II preschool storytime lottery for 2 year olds and for 3 to 5 year olds will take place from April 15 - April 30.  You can place you child's name into the preschool lottery at the Children's Information Desk or by calling us at 978 686-4080 x26.

Storytime programs will begin the week of May 6^th .

April 29th  7pm De-Stress your Life with Sarah Dubois 

Please join us as we welcome Sarah Dubois, Certified Health Coach, to help de-stress our lives. This interactive workshop explores lifestyle habits that deplete energy and contribute to increasing everyday stress. Topics include the pitfalls of sugar and caffeine, how to get better sleep and how to feel energized. Everyone will leave with some easy tips to add to their lives. 

Click here to register 

 or call the Reference Dept. at 978-686-4080 x13.