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Thursday, February 110:30—11:30 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Storytime Crafts Thursday
Join Miss Kailey from Family Community Connection for a fun Storytime. Listen to a story and make a craft. Social skills, communication, literacy and fine motor control. Put your creativity to the test. Best for ages 3-6 but all ages welcome. Please register…Learn More
Thursday, February 11:00—2:15 PMLibraryG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Haiku Through the Seasons : A Reading with Ann McCrea
Local poet, Ann McCrea, began writing haiku after she retired. With an abundance of time to explore, she developed a new connection to her natural surroundings and an increased awareness and appreciation of this area’s natural beauty. Inspired by her walks along the Merrimack River and tidal marshes, she began writing haiku.…Learn More
Thursday, February 14:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Pokémon Club
Pokémon Club - Join us on the first Thursday of each month at 4:00 PM. We'll have fun showingoff our Pokémon cards, talk Pokémon and explore the world of Pokémon. No sign up. Please drop inAges 6-12
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Friday, February 210:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Family Story Time
Come join Miss Kate for a fun storytime. Let's have fun listening to
stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays and playing a game. We will meet in the Children's Room. You can make your craft in the library orpick up a craft kit and enjoy creating something at home.…Learn More3
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Sunday, February 4Library Closed
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Monday, February 510:30—11:30 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
Music Monday
Join Miss Brianna from Family Community Connection every Monday morning and have fun with music. This is a chance to increase language and literacy through rhymes, repetitive movement and routine. Meant for ages 0-6 but everyone is welcome. Please register…Learn MoreMonday, February 57:00—8:00 PMZoom
Virtual: Effective Grassroots Movements that Impact Voting Rights with Professor Rachael V. Cobb
What does it take to take a Grassroots idea to a movement which can have significant impact on voting and elections? Join us for this virtual panel discussion to see how that happens and what you can do to be part of that movement!Rachael V. Cobb, Ph.…Learn More
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Tuesday, February 610:00—10:30 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Family Story Time
Come join Miss Kate for a fun storytime. Let's have fun listening to
stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays and playing a game. Let's meet outside in the Children's Room. You can make your craft here or take a craft kit home.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 612:30—1:30 PMZoom
Virtual - Safe Harbor: A Visit with the Boston African American National Historic Site
During the years preceding the American Civil War, Boston served as one of the most important stops on the Underground Railroad. Did you know that many of the fugitives escaping from enslavement came to Boston by stowing away on ships from southern ports? Explore the untold stories of men and women making daring escapes to freedom through Boston Harbor.…Learn More
Tuesday, February 64:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Hang Out with Digby
Drop by the Children's Room on Tuesdays at 4:00 PM and meet Digby. Digby is a Golden Retriever and he loves being read to and going to tea parties. See you next TuesdayTuesday, February 64:30—6:00 PMTeen RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
CANCELED - Dungeons & Dragons -Ongoing Campaign
Ongoing Campaign using Dragons of Stormwreck Isle. Do you have a character you created? Come join our campaign.7
Wednesday, February 79:00—10:00 AMThe Annex 381 Main Street, West Newbury
Greet the Day Yoga
This weekly yoga series offered by the Sage Center and the G. A. R. Memorial Library 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.…Learn More
Wednesday, February 711:00—11:45 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
CANCELED - Story Yoga
Story YogaJoin our instructor, Jet Wiksten in the Children's Room for a story and a gentle introduction to yoga. Each week we'll read a wonderful story and then act it out using yoga poses. Join the fun. Please register for the class and bring your yoga mat.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 74:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Hang-Out with Zuri
Drop by the library on Wednesdays from 4:00-5:00 PM and meet Zuri. Zuri is a year old English Yellow Lab. She is certified through Peaceful Paws Pet Therapy. She passed her AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification and is an AKC registered S. T. A. R. puppy. You will also meet her person, Carissa Germain.…Learn More8
Thursday, February 810:30—11:30 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Storytime Crafts Thursday
Join Miss Kailey from Family Community Connection for a fun Storytime. Listen to a story and make a craft. Social skills, communication, literacy and fine motor control. Put your creativity to the test. Best for ages 3-6 but all ages welcome. Please register…Learn More
Thursday, February 812:00—1:00 PMFireplace RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Who Done It? Mystery Book Group
Are you a Mystery fan? Ready to find out who done it?
Join this lively group and tackle a new kind of mystery each month. For January we are reading and discussing a The Lost Man by Jane Harper. All are welcome.
Click here for more information on the book or to request a copy.…Learn MoreThursday, February 81:00—2:00 PMLibraryG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Herb of the Month Meet Up
Join local herbalist, Hannah Sparks, on a journey to learn about herbs. During our meetings we will conduct herbal research to learn about the what, why, when, and how of herbs and at the end of class we will compare what we’ve learned to help deepen our understanding on the many ways in which to use herbs.…Learn More
Thursday, February 82:00—3:00 PMZoom
Virtual - A Conversation Between Two Noah Charneys: At the Intersection of Art and Ecology
When researching authors to invite to Ashland in 2023, Meena Jain discovered that there are TWO Noah Charneys and they know each other! One is a world renowned Ecologist and Conservationist whose book, "Trees Tell a Story" was fascinating to us. The other Noah, is a noted art historian, specializing on art heists through the ages.…Learn More
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Friday, February 910:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Family Story Time
Come join Miss Kate for a fun storytime. Let's have fun listening to
stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays and playing a game. We will meet in the Children's Room. You can make your craft in the library orpick up a craft kit and enjoy creating something at home.…Learn More10
Saturday, February 1010:00—11:00 AMTeen RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Ribbon Roses Craft
Just in time for Valentine's Day, learn to make roses from snips of ribbon. Make one rose or a whole bouquet. All materials provided and many colors to choose from. This is a teen program appropriate for ages 13+Please register as spots are limited.11
Sunday, February 11Library Closed
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Monday, February 1210:30—11:30 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
Music Monday
Join Miss Brianna from Family Community Connection every Monday morning and have fun with music. This is a chance to increase language and literacy through rhymes, repetitive movement and routine. Meant for ages 0-6 but everyone is welcome. Please register…Learn More13
Tuesday, February 1310:00—10:30 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Family Story Time
Come join Miss Kate for a fun storytime. Let's have fun listening to
stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays and playing a game. Let's meet outside in the Children's Room. You can make your craft here or take a craft kit home.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 134:30—6:00 PMTeen RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Dungeons & Dragons -Ongoing Campaign
Ongoing Campaign using Dragons of Stormwreck Isle. Do you have a character you created? Come join our campaign.Tuesday, February 137:00—7:30 PMZoom
Virtual - Book Recs with Bookstagrammer Jody Blanchette aka @redreadreviews
Not sure what to read next? On the 2nd Tuesday of every month in 2024, you can join Jody for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - every genre and interest! We're sure you'll find something to like from Jody's many enthusiastic reviews. Jody is an Instagram reviewer and Book Club leader.…Learn More
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Wednesday, February 149:00—10:00 AMThe Annex 381 Main Street, West Newbury
Greet the Day Yoga
This weekly yoga series offered by the Sage Center and the G. A. R. Memorial Library 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.…Learn More
Wednesday, February 1410:30—11:30 AMZoom
Virtual: Sight & Sound -- The Integration of Montage & Music in American Film
Having motion pictures be accompanied by music has been a tradition in Hollywood that goes back to the silent film era when pianos and organs were commonplace in theaters. Movie directors working closely with composers, have continually attempted to enhance the audience involvement and enjoyment of their films by adding musical scores and specific motifs that help us identify with particular characters or which add an atmospheric tone to certain scenes.…Learn More
Wednesday, February 1411:00—11:45 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
CANCELED - Story Yoga
Story YogaJoin our instructor, Jet Wiksten in the Children's Room for a story and a gentle introduction to yoga. Each week we'll read a wonderful story and then act it out using yoga poses. Join the fun. Please register for the class and bring your yoga mat.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 144:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Hang-Out with Zuri
Drop by the library on Wednesdays from 4:00-5:00 PM and meet Zuri. Zuri is a year old English Yellow Lab. She is certified through Peaceful Paws Pet Therapy. She passed her AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification and is an AKC registered S. T. A. R. puppy. You will also meet her person, Carissa Germain.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 146:30—7:30 PMFireplace RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
CANCELED - Friends of the Library meeting
Monthly meeting of the Friends of the West Newbury Library. We work on fundraising activities to support the G. A. R. Memorial Library. All are welcome. Visit the Friends of the Library webpage. Always looking for new members and volunteers.15
Thursday, February 1510:30—11:30 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Storytime Crafts Thursday
Join Miss Kailey from Family Community Connection for a fun Storytime. Listen to a story and make a craft. Social skills, communication, literacy and fine motor control. Put your creativity to the test. Best for ages 3-6 but all ages welcome. Please register…Learn More
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Friday, February 1610:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Family Story Time
Come join Miss Kate for a fun storytime. Let's have fun listening to
stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays and playing a game. We will meet in the Children's Room. You can make your craft in the library orpick up a craft kit and enjoy creating something at home.…Learn More17
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Sunday, February 18Library Closed
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Monday, February 19Library Closed
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Tuesday, February 2010:00—10:30 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Family Story Time
Come join Miss Kate for a fun storytime. Let's have fun listening to
stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays and playing a game. Let's meet outside in the Children's Room. You can make your craft here or take a craft kit home.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 202:00—3:00 PMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Winter Story Time Puppet Show
School Vacation Week Puppet Show 2:00-3:00 PMCome and enjoy this Winter Story Time puppet show. Watch as Lindsay and her puppets act out winter stories & songs. Then stay and play with her puppets for awhile. What kind of puppet show would you create? Families welcome.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 204:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Hang Out with Digby
Drop by the Children's Room on Tuesdays at 4:00 PM and meet Digby. Digby is a Golden Retriever and he loves being read to and going to tea parties. See you next TuesdayTuesday, February 204:30—6:00 PMTeen RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
CANCELED - Dungeons & Dragons -Ongoing Campaign
Ongoing Campaign using Dragons of Stormwreck Isle. Do you have a character you created? Come join our campaign.21
Wednesday, February 219:00—10:00 AMThe Annex 381 Main Street, West Newbury
CANCELED - Greet the Day Yoga
This weekly yoga series offered by the Sage Center and the G. A. R. Memorial Library 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.…Learn More
Wednesday, February 214:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Hang-Out with Zuri
Drop by the library on Wednesdays from 4:00-5:00 PM and meet Zuri. Zuri is a year old English Yellow Lab. She is certified through Peaceful Paws Pet Therapy. She passed her AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification and is an AKC registered S. T. A. R. puppy. You will also meet her person, Carissa Germain.…Learn More22
Thursday, February 2210:30—11:30 AMOld Town Hall 491 Main St., West Newbury, MA, 01985
WildKat Hoops Presents: Family Hula-Hooping
Get your hoop on! Kat Suwalski will demonstrate and get you hooping with laughter and fun! Hooping promotes exercise, exploration, expression, movement, and dance while having fun! We’ll learn basic hooping moves while increasing hand-eye coordination, strength, balance, and agility in an hour packed with silly fun.…Learn MoreThursday, February 2210:30—11:30 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Storytime Crafts Thursday
Join Miss Kailey from Family Community Connection for a fun Storytime. Listen to a story and make a craft. Social skills, communication, literacy and fine motor control. Put your creativity to the test. Best for ages 3-6 but all ages welcome. Please register…Learn More
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Friday, February 2310:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Family Story Time
Come join Miss Kate for a fun storytime. Let's have fun listening to
stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays and playing a game. We will meet in the Children's Room. You can make your craft in the library orpick up a craft kit and enjoy creating something at home.…Learn More24
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Sunday, February 25Library Closed
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Monday, February 2610:30—11:30 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
Music Monday
Join Miss Brianna from Family Community Connection every Monday morning and have fun with music. This is a chance to increase language and literacy through rhymes, repetitive movement and routine. Meant for ages 0-6 but everyone is welcome. Please register…Learn More27
Tuesday, February 2710:00—10:30 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Family Story Time
Come join Miss Kate for a fun storytime. Let's have fun listening to
stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays and playing a game. Let's meet outside in the Children's Room. You can make your craft here or take a craft kit home.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 274:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Family Legos
Family 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 MoreTuesday, February 274:00—5:00 PMFireplace RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Hang Out with Digby
Drop by the Children's Room on Tuesdays at 4:00 PM and meet Digby. Digby is a Golden Retriever and he loves being read to and going to tea parties. See you next TuesdayTuesday, February 274:30—6:00 PMTeen RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Dungeons & Dragons -Ongoing Campaign
Ongoing Campaign using Dragons of Stormwreck Isle. Do you have a character you created? Come join our campaign.28
Wednesday, February 289:00—10:00 AMThe Annex 381 Main Street, West Newbury
Greet the Day Yoga
This weekly yoga series offered by the Sage Center and the G. A. R. Memorial Library 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.…Learn More
Wednesday, February 284:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
CANCELED - Hang-Out with Zuri
Drop by the library on Wednesdays from 4:00-5:00 PM and meet Zuri. Zuri is a year old English Yellow Lab. She is certified through Peaceful Paws Pet Therapy. She passed her AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification and is an AKC registered S. T. A. R. puppy. You will also meet her person, Carissa Germain.…Learn More29
Thursday, February 2910:30—11:30 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Storytime Crafts Thursday
Join Miss Kailey from Family Community Connection for a fun Storytime. Listen to a story and make a craft. Social skills, communication, literacy and fine motor control. Put your creativity to the test. Best for ages 3-6 but all ages welcome. Please register…Learn More