August 2023

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Tuesday, August 110:00—10:30 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Library LawnG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Family Story Time

Family Story TimeCome join Miss Kate for a fun storytime. Let's have fun listening to stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays and playing a game. If it's nice, we'll meet outside  in the back of the Children's Room. You can pick up a craft kit at the library and enjoy creating something at home.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 28:00—9:00 AMOld Town Hall 491 Main St., West Newbury, MA, 01985

Greet the Day Yoga Series

Greet the Day Yoga SeriesThis weekly yoga series is perfect for beginners to the more experienced practitioner. We will focus on slow, mindful movement to create a sense of calm and stability in the body and mind. Please bring a mat, beach towel and two yoga blocks. $5/per class paid directly to Sharon Gordon by cash or check.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 24:00—5:00 PMFireplace RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Drop-In Chess Club

Drop-In Chess Club Drop-in Chess Club for ages 8-98, all abilities. Come learn how to play, or sharpen your game, in a laid-back, positive, atmosphere.
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Thursday, August 310:30—11:30 AMLibrary LawnG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Thursday Crafts with Kate and Kelly: 3D Pen Doodling

Thursday Crafts with Kate and Kelly: 3D Pen Doodling3D Pens can be a lot of fun, and can be used to create a ton of unique designs. We have some 3D pens that are made for younger hands. We also have pens that can get hot and should only be used by 5th grade and older artists.  

Thursday, August 312:00—1:00 PMZoom

Seed Saving with the Mass. Master Gardener Association via Zoom

During this presentation we will talk about the reasons for saving your own seeds and learn some of the basic techniques for ensuring genetic purity. We will include discussions about the home garden plants from which seeds can be easily saved and stored for future use.…Learn More
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Friday, August 410:00—10:30 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Library LawnG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Family Story Time

Family Story TimeCome join Miss Kate for a fun storytime. Let's have fun listening to stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays and playing a game.  If it's nice we'll meet outside under the tree in back of the Children's Room.  You can pick up a craft kit  and enjoy creating something at home.…Learn More

Friday, August 410:30—11:30 AMZoom

Seaside Escapes with Jane Oneail via Zoom

From artist colonies to robber baron “summer cottages,” the New England shoreline has inspired countless creative works. This program looks at seascapes by beloved American artists including Winslow Homer and Edward Hopper as well as the over-the-top elegance of Newport, Rhode Island summer homes designed for the titans of industry in the nineteenth century.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 6Library Closed

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Monday, August 77:00—8:00 PMZoom

Q&A with Romance Author Tracey Livesay via Zoom

Join the conversation with romance author Tracey Livesay. We loved her book "American Royalty" and are celebrating the book birthday of "The Duchess Effect". Bring your questions because we're going to have a rapid fire Q&A! About the book:Against all odds, sexy American rapper, Danielle “Duchess” Nelson and brilliant reclusive royal Prince Jameson have fallen in love! They’ve decided to take their relationship public and find a way to make their two worlds coexist.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 810:00—10:30 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Library LawnG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Family Story Time

Family Story TimeCome join Miss Kate for a fun storytime. Let's have fun listening to stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays and playing a game. If it's nice, we'll meet outside  in the back of the Children's Room. You can pick up a craft kit at the library and enjoy creating something at home.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 84:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Fireplace RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Family Origami

Family OrigamiCome learn the ancient art of Origami with an Origami master, Michael LaFosse. Michael is the author of many book about origami. Come try it - it's fun for thewhole family. Ages 6 and upSponsored by the Friends of the West Newbury Library

Tuesday, August 84:30—6:00 PMTeen RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Dungeons & Dragons - Ongoing Campaign

Dungeons & Dragons - Ongoing CampaignOngoing Campaign using Dragons of Stormwreck Isle. Do you have a character you created? Come join our campaign.

Tuesday, August 85:00—6:00 PMFireplace RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Advanced Origami

Advanced OrigamiAdvanced OrigamiEnjoy an hour of paper-folding with origami master, Michael La Fosse. Meant for the person who is familiar with origami. Come see whatyou can create. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Newbury Library.
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Wednesday, August 98:00—9:00 AMOld Town Hall 491 Main St., West Newbury, MA, 01985

Greet the Day Yoga Series

Greet the Day Yoga SeriesThis weekly yoga series is perfect for beginners to the more experienced practitioner. We will focus on slow, mindful movement to create a sense of calm and stability in the body and mind. Please bring a mat, beach towel and two yoga blocks. $5/per class paid directly to Sharon Gordon by cash or check.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 94:00—5:00 PMFireplace RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Drop-In Chess Club

Drop-In Chess Club Drop-in Chess Club for ages 8-98, all abilities. Come learn how to play, or sharpen your game, in a laid-back, positive, atmosphere.

Wednesday, August 97:00—8:00 PMZoom

Q&A Author Gail Sahar, "Blame and Political Attitudes: The Psychology of America’s Culture" Zoom

Have you been asking yourself "what does culture war even mean" and "what does it mean to be 'woke'" and how do these questions contribute to the current divide in America? If you have been, please join us for this conversation with Professor Gail Sahar, author of "Blame and Political Attitudes: The Psychology of America’s Culture War".…Learn More
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Thursday, August 1010:30—11:30 AMTeen RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Thursday Crafts with Kate and Kelly: Kaleidoscopes, Prisms, and Rainbows

Thursday Crafts with Kate and Kelly: Kaleidoscopes, Prisms, and RainbowsPlay with light refraction and reflection, make rainbows, and your own Kaleidoscope with recycled materials. This event Sponsored by The Friends of West Newbury Library
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Friday, August 1110:00—10:30 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Library LawnG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Family Story Time

Family Story TimeCome join Miss Kate for a fun storytime. Let's have fun listening to stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays and playing a game.  If it's nice we'll meet outside under the tree in back of the Children's Room.  You can pick up a craft kit  and enjoy creating something at home.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 13Library Closed

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Tuesday, August 1510:00—10:30 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Library LawnG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Family Story Time

Family Story TimeCome join Miss Kate for a fun storytime. Let's have fun listening to stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays and playing a game. If it's nice, we'll meet outside  in the back of the Children's Room. You can pick up a craft kit at the library and enjoy creating something at home.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 154:30—6:00 PMTeen RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Dungeons & Dragons - Ongoing Campaign

Dungeons & Dragons - Ongoing CampaignOngoing Campaign using Dragons of Stormwreck Isle. Do you have a character you created? Come join our campaign.

Tuesday, August 157:00—8:00 PMZoom

Sewage in the Merrimack: Solving a 200-year-old problem via Zoom

The Merrimack River has been transformed from one of the most polluted in the nation to one of the region’s most popular recreation rivers and vibrant wildlife habitats.   Yet every time a moderate rainstorm passes through the Merrimack Valley, you can be sure that raw sewage is being discharged into the Merrimack, sometimes so much that it’s unsafe to swim in the river for days.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 168:00—9:00 AMOld Town Hall 491 Main St., West Newbury, MA, 01985

Greet the Day Yoga Series

Greet the Day Yoga SeriesThis weekly yoga series is perfect for beginners to the more experienced practitioner. We will focus on slow, mindful movement to create a sense of calm and stability in the body and mind. Please bring a mat, beach towel and two yoga blocks. $5/per class paid directly to Sharon Gordon by cash or check.…Learn More

Wednesday, August 164:00—5:00 PMFireplace RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Drop-In Chess Club

Drop-In Chess Club Drop-in Chess Club for ages 8-98, all abilities. Come learn how to play, or sharpen your game, in a laid-back, positive, atmosphere.
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Thursday, August 1712:00—1:00 PMZoom

Dazzling Dragonflies With The Mass Audubon via Zoom

Whether you admire their stunning colors, incredible flying skills, or ability to control mosquitos, dragonflies are worth a closer look. Known for their quick, darting flight patterns, we'll explore how to best observe these amazing insects in nature.…Learn More

Thursday, August 1712:00—1:00 PMFireplace RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Who Done It? Mystery Book Group

Who Done It?   Mystery Book GroupAre you a Mystery fan? Ready to find out who done it? Join this lively group and tackle a new kind of mystery each month. We begin at the beginning and read the first book in a series. For August we are reading and discussing Pursuit by Thomas Perry.…Learn More
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Friday, August 1810:00—10:30 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Library LawnG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Family Story Time

Family Story TimeCome join Miss Kate for a fun storytime. Let's have fun listening to stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays and playing a game.  If it's nice we'll meet outside under the tree in back of the Children's Room.  You can pick up a craft kit  and enjoy creating something at home.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 20Library Closed

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Monday, August 217:00—8:00 PMZoom

An Evening with Author Nan Fischer, Discussing "The Book of Silver Linings" Zoom

We're excited to be celebrating a book birthday with author Nan Fischer! Her new book, "The Book of Silver Linings" just came out on August 15th and is a must read for anyone who loves uplifting books with a touch of magic (seriously, who doesn't?!?).…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 224:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Family Legos

Pile of LegosFamily Legos Join Miss Kate and create a wonderful Lego scene. We provide the Legos and you bring your imagination. We will display it for the next month and you can come in and play with your own creation. Families welcome. Drop in for 5 minutes or come for the whole hour.…Learn More

Tuesday, August 224:30—6:00 PMTeen RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

Dungeons & Dragons - Ongoing Campaign

Dungeons & Dragons - Ongoing CampaignOngoing Campaign using Dragons of Stormwreck Isle. Do you have a character you created? Come join our campaign.
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Wednesday, August 238:00—9:00 AMOld Town Hall 491 Main St., West Newbury, MA, 01985

CANCELED THIS WEEK! Greet the Day Yoga Series

CANCELED THIS WEEK! Greet the Day Yoga SeriesThis weekly yoga series is perfect for beginners to the more experienced practitioner. We will focus on slow, mindful movement to create a sense of calm and stability in the body and mind. Please bring a mat, beach towel and two yoga blocks. $5/per class paid directly to Sharon Gordon by cash or check.…Learn More
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Thursday, August 242:00—5:00 PMLibraryG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

One Up Games -Mario Kart Tournament

One Up Games -Mario Kart TournamentOne Up Games is coming back to run our Mario Kart Tournament.   Who will prove to be the West Newbury Library Mario Kart Champion? Come down with the whole family to see who ends up being our Tournament Champion!This program is for rising 1st graders and older.…Learn More
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Sunday, August 27Library Closed

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Monday, August 287:00—8:00 PMZoom

An Evening with Bestselling Authors Lisa Jackson & Nancy Bush via Zoom

Bestselling authors (and sisters!) Lisa Jackson and and Nancy Bush will discuss their latest books in this ZOOM webinar. Jackson will discuss The Last Sinner, a gripping novel of suspense featuring two veteran homicide detectives matching wits with a twisted serial killer lurking in the shadows of New Orleans.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 294:30—6:00 PMTeen RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985

CANCELED - Dungeons & Dragons - Ongoing Campaign

Dungeons & Dragons - Ongoing CampaignOngoing Campaign using Dragons of Stormwreck Isle. Do you have a character you created? Come join our campaign.

Tuesday, August 297:00—8:00 PMZoom

Zero Waste Kids: Birthdays, Lunches, and More with Sarah Robertson-Barnes via Zoom

Sarah will dig into practical tips to make your children's birthday parties and school lunches eco-friendly and low waste. We'll also be discussing how kids, families, and communities can be more sustainable as some towns/cities/states move towards free lunches for all.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 308:00—9:00 AMOld Town Hall 491 Main St., West Newbury, MA, 01985

Greet the Day Yoga Series

Greet the Day Yoga SeriesThis weekly yoga series is perfect for beginners to the more experienced practitioner. We will focus on slow, mindful movement to create a sense of calm and stability in the body and mind. Please bring a mat, beach towel and two yoga blocks. $5/per class paid directly to Sharon Gordon by cash or check.…Learn More
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