February 2023 Library Newsletter!

❤️ February 2023 Newsletter ❤️

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults!

*ONLINE VIA ZOOM*

Monday, February 13th 7 - 9pm

Have you ever wanted to try playing Dungeons and Dragons but don't know where to start? Whatever your level of experience come join us for a one-shot adventure! Reference and Technology Librarian, Lindley, will be your Game Master for this two hour session.

Registration is required. Click here to sign up!

Friday Morning Movies

10:30am - 12:30pm

All are welcome, no sign up required, light refreshments

will be served.

February 17th - The Fablemans

🎵 Memory Café: Musician Adam McCauley!

Wednesday, February 15th 10:30 - 11:30am

Musician, Adam McCauley, performs crowd favorite cover tunes! Memory Cafe Event-- All are welcome! Registration is required. Click here to sign up!

https://gigsforadam.com/

Calling all Knitters (and other Yarnies) to Knit Nights at the Library!

Tuesday, February 21st 6:00 - 7:30pm

Grab your project bag and head on over to the Library for a monthly evening of fun conversation, laughter, companionship, and creation. Come make new friends and expand your fiber horizons with us! No Registration Required.

Edward M. Brooke: A Discussion

Thursday, February 23rd 6:30 - 7:30 PM

Local historian Alan Earls will deliver this compelling and informative talk and slide presentation, covering Brooke’s fascinating life and, in particular, his role in Massachusetts and the nation during the Civil Rights era and beyond. Registration is required. Click here to sign up!

Heritage Films and Dan Tremblay Present: Shackleton’s Journey

Friday, February 24th 11:00am - 12:00pm

Heritage Films and Dan Tremblay Present: Shackleton’s Journey in the Antarctic on Endurance. No Registration Required.

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New England Birds of Prey: A Presentation by Wingmasters

Saturday, February 25th 11:00am - 12:00pm

This program is designed to explain predation, the birds' place at the top of the food web, their different hunting adaptations, and their status in a rapidly changing world. **Recommended for ages 6 and up** Registration is required. Click here to sign up!

📚February Book Clubs 📚

Literary Luncheon will next meet on February 21st at 11:00am in the Local History Room. We will be reading and discussing Hamnet, by Maggie O'Farrell

Book clubs are open to all and titles are available for check out at the library!

👨‍👨‍👧‍👧Children's Events for February

Wednesday, February 15th at 7:00pm

Understanding Anxiety & Depression

Join therapists Brittany Sterling, PhD, and Sarah Mitchell, LICSW, from 1A Wellness for this talk on the science and treatment of anxiety & depression. No Registration Required.

Wednesday, February 22nd at 2:30pm

Li Liu Presents: Traditions of Chinese Acrobatics

Internationally acclaimed artist, Li Liu, will dazzle us with Chinese acrobatics. This amazing performance that will take place at the Hamilton-Wenham Recreation Dept. Gymnasium, adjacent to the library. No Registration Required.

Full Steam Ahead is Back!

February 14th and February 28th at 4:15pm

Kids today are the innovators of tomorrow! Experiment, Build, & Explore at this STEAM-related program that will spark interest and engage creativity. Designed for children ages 6-12 years old. No Registration Required.

Click here for more fun events in the Children's Room!

February Closures

The library will be closed Monday, February 20th for

Presidents' Day.