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Monday, January 1Library Closed
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Tuesday, January 24:30—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.3
Wednesday, January 39:00—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
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Thursday, January 410:30—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, January 44:00—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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Saturday, January 610:00—11:00 AMLibraryG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Beyond the Vision Board: A Creative Plan to Achieve your Goals
Ring in 2024 with a plan to make it fabulous!In this workshop, we'll review and assess our goals for the coming year, and explore the steps to attain them. We'll use fun and creative methods to document our plans, including collage and mixed media. Appropriate for adults and young adults.…Learn More
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Sunday, January 7Library Closed
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Monday, January 810:30—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
CANCELED - 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 More9
Tuesday, January 94:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
CANCELED - Hang- Out with Lulu
Come and relax with Lulu, our lovable therapy dog. Lulu is certified through the Pets and People Foundation and she is a wonderful listener. Drop in and meet Lulu. She loves people and she will be so happy to see you. Call the library 978-363-1105 with any questions.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 94:30—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.Tuesday, January 97:00—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, January 109:00—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, January 1011:00—11:45 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
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, January 103:00—4:30 PMTeen RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Pentucket Gay/Straight Alliance -Open Mic Afternoon
Come and share your story or come to support those who share. All are welcome and honored and respected. This is a teen event, ages 13-19 only. Wednesday, January 106:30—7:30 PMFireplace RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
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.11
Thursday, January 1110:30—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, January 1112:00—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 Earthly Remains by Donna Leon. All are welcome.
Click here for more information on the book or to request a copy.…Learn More
Thursday, January 111:00—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
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Friday, January 123:30—5:00 PMTeen RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Porcupines Don't Shoot their Quills, and Other Wildlife Rescue Lessons
Porcupines Don't Shoot Their Quills - Come join Jane Seeker (Newhouse), founder of Newhouse Wildlife Rescue, as she shares interesting facts about our local wildlife. Learn how you can help injured and orphaned wild animals in an emergency.
Newhouse Wildlife Rescue is located in Chelmsford, MA.…Learn More13
Saturday, January 139:00 AM—12:00 PMOld Town Hall 491 Main St., West Newbury, MA, 01985
Book Donation Drop Off
Too many books, puzzles, games, DVDs, CDs or books on CD?
Donate newer, gently used items in good condition to the Friends of the Library for their ongoing book sale inside and outside the library.
Drop off your items on Saturday, January 13th, at the Town Hall building across from the library between 9:00 AM and Noon.…Learn More14
Sunday, January 14Library Closed
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Monday, January 15Library Closed
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Tuesday, January 1610:00—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, January 164:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
CANCELED Until further notice - Hang- Out with Lulu
Come and relax with Lulu, our lovable therapy dog. Lulu is certified through the Pets and People Foundation and she is a wonderful listener. Drop in and meet Lulu. She loves people and she will be so happy to see you. Call the library 978-363-1105 with any questions.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 164:30—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.17
Wednesday, January 179:00—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, January 1711:00—11:45 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
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, January 176:00—7:30 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: Stoking the Inner Fire: Improving Digestion for Health and Vitality
Local Ayurvedic Health Counselor, Sharon Gordon is back!In this course students will develop an understanding of digestion through the lens of Ayurveda. They will learn the three main digestive imbalances, recognize the signs and symptoms of each and be able to identify their own personal level of digestive health.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 1810:30—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, January 187:00—8:00 PMZoom
Virtual: Demystify your Finances with Ariel Nathanson
January is the perfect time to focus on the future and lay the foundation for financial success. Ariel Nathanson, the founder of Finance for Feminists, will be helping program participants expand their understanding of personal finance with practical advice and useful tools.…Learn More
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Friday, January 1910:30—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 MoreFriday, January 197:00—9:30 PMOld Town Hall 491 Main St., West Newbury, MA, 01985
Open Mic Night
Join us at historic Old Town Hall for an evening of unforgettable performances and abundantly positive vibes. Dress to impress in your Gala-worthy attire and get ready to witness local artists showcase their creative brilliance!Whether you're a performer or an art enthusiast, this event is perfect for anyone looking to immerse themselves in local creativity.…Learn More20
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Sunday, January 21Library Closed
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Monday, January 2210:30—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 More23
Tuesday, January 2310:00—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, January 234:00—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, January 234:30—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, January 237:00—8:15 PMZoom
Virtual: Cape Ann to the Merrimack River
Essex County, Massachusetts, from Cape Ann to the Merrimack River is beautiful any time of year. But in the late fall and winter, there’s something very special about this little corner of the world. During his PowerPoint lecture, Bill Gette will take you on a photographic excursion from the rocky headlands of Cape Ann, through historic Essex, to the expansive salt marshes of the Plum Island Estuary and the barrier island beaches at the mouth of the Merrimack River.…Learn More24
Wednesday, January 249:00—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, January 2411:00—11:45 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
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, January 241:00—2:15 PMZoom
Virtual - A Look Inside the Hammond Castle Museum with Curatorial Director, John Leysath
John Leysath, curator at Hammond Castle Museum, will be digging into the life and inventions of the original owner, creator of the castle, and noted scientist John Hays Hammond Jr. Mr. Hammond was one of the most prolific inventors in U. S. history, and registered over 500 patents throughout his career.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 2510:30—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, January 2610:30—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 More27
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Sunday, January 28Library Closed
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Monday, January 2910:30—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
CANCELED - 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 More30
Tuesday, January 3010:00—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, January 304:00—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, January 304:00—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
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, January 304:30—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, January 307:00—8:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL: CNN's Tom Foreman Discusses "My Year of Running Dangerously"
CNN correspondent and veteran journalist Tom Foreman will discuss his book, "My Year of Running Dangerously: A Dad, a Daughter, and a Ridiculous Plan," in conversation with author Dale Phillips, who facilitates the Tewksbury Library's Writers Group. Foreman's book shares his remarkable journey from half-hearted couch potato to ultra-marathon runner, with four half-marathons, three marathons, and 2,000 miles of training in between.…Learn More
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Wednesday, January 319:00—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, January 3111:00—11:45 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
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, January 314:00—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 More