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Wednesday, May 14:00—5:00 PMFireplace RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Drop-In Chess Club
Come learn to play, or improve your skills. All abilities welcome. Ages 12+ ok for drop off/pick upAges 8-11 parent/guardian must stay on campusWednesday, May 14:00—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 More2
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Friday, May 310:30—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. Free play after the story time is encouraged. 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 More4
Saturday, May 410:00—11:00 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
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 attends the best tea parties. Call the library 978-363-1105 with any questions.…Learn More5
Sunday, May 5Library Closed
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Monday, May 610:30—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 More7
Tuesday, May 710:00—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. After the story time free play is encouraged. We will meet in the Children's Room. You can make your craft here or take a craft kit home.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 74:30—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, May 77:00—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, May 84:00—5:00 PMFireplace RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Drop-In Chess Club
Come learn to play, or improve your skills. All abilities welcome. Ages 12+ ok for drop off/pick upAges 8-11 parent/guardian must stay on campusWednesday, May 84:00—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 MoreWednesday, May 86:30—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.9
Thursday, May 91:00—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, May 97:00—8:00 PMZoom
Demystifying Our Local Wetlands
What is a wetland? What good are wetlands anyway? Is it a wetland or just a puddle? Join West Newbury Conservation Commission Chair, Molly Hawkins, and Conservation Agent, Michelle Greene, for a fun, interactive Zoom presentation on all-things wetlands.…Learn More
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Friday, May 1010:30—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. Free play after the story time is encouraged. 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 More11
Saturday, May 1110:00—11:00 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
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 attends the best tea parties. Call the library 978-363-1105 with any questions.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 1110:00—11:00 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
Touch-a-Truck Story Time
Join Miss Kate for a special story time. Meet local first responders and explore a fire truck & police cruiser! Maybe you'll even meet Smokey the Bear!
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Sunday, May 12Library Closed
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Monday, May 1310:30—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, May 134:00—4:45 PMLibrary LawnG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Teen RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Science Club -Build Challenge
Monthly Club for students in grades 3-8 with a Science Theme. Hands on activities and lessons with a STEM Challenge focus and Design Process integration. Each month will have new themes and new activities. Register for one Science Club Meeting, or…Learn More14
Tuesday, May 1410:00—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. After the story time free play is encouraged. We will meet in the Children's Room. You can make your craft here or take a craft kit home.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 144:00—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, May 144:30—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.15
Wednesday, May 154:00—5:00 PMFireplace RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Drop-In Chess Club
Come learn to play, or improve your skills. All abilities welcome. Ages 12+ ok for drop off/pick upAges 8-11 parent/guardian must stay on campusWednesday, May 154:00—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 More16
Thursday, May 1612:00—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 May we are reading and discussing a Brat Farrar by Josephine Tey. All are welcome.
Click here for more information on the book or to request a copy.…Learn MoreThursday, May 164:00—5:00 PMGazebo behind Town Offices at 381 Main St.
Guided Wetlands Walk
Join West Newbury Conservation Commission Chair, Molly Hawkins, and Conservation Agent, Michelle Greene, for a family friendly walk around one of West Newbury’s many wetlands. We’ll get up close and personal with a wetland and take a hands-on look at wetlands soils, wetlands plants, and, if we’re lucky, some special animals that call wetlands their home.…Learn More
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Friday, May 1710:30—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. Free play after the story time is encouraged. 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 More18
Saturday, May 1810:00—11:00 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
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 attends the best tea parties. Call the library 978-363-1105 with any questions.…Learn More19
Sunday, May 19Library Closed
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Monday, May 2010:30—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 More21
Tuesday, May 2110:00—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. After the story time free play is encouraged. We will meet in the Children's Room. You can make your craft here or take a craft kit home.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 214:30—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.22
Wednesday, May 223:00—4:00 PMZoom
Addison Gallery Artist-in-Residence Jennifer Cecere
Join Jennifer Cecere, the Addison Gallery's Edward E. Elson Artist-in-Residence, for a virtual tour and discussion of her body of work and her site-specific installations at the Addison this spring. In conjunction with the 50th anniversary of Abbot Academy and Phillips Academy becoming a single institution, Jennifer Cecere will create two site-specific installations.…Learn More
Wednesday, May 224:00—5:00 PMFireplace RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Drop-In Chess Club
Come learn to play, or improve your skills. All abilities welcome. Ages 12+ ok for drop off/pick upAges 8-11 parent/guardian must stay on campus23
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Saturday, May 25Library Closed
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Sunday, May 26Library Closed
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Monday, May 27Library Closed
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Tuesday, May 2810:00—10:30 AMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Wetlands Story Time
West Newbury has a lot of wetland habitats! Join Miss Kate for a special story time and craft and learn all about who and what live in our wetlands!…Learn More
Tuesday, May 284:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
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, May 284:30—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.29
Wednesday, May 299:00—10:00 AMOld Town Hall 491 Main St., West Newbury, MA, 01985
Greet the Day Yoga * MEETING AT OLD TOWN HALL*
Note: The 5/29 yoga class will meet at Old Town Hall (491 Main Street)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.…Learn More
Wednesday, May 2912:00—1:00 PMZoom
Effects of Pesticides on Pollinators and Wildlife
Grab your lunch and join Emily May, Pollinator Conservation Biologist with the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, to learn about the impacts of pesticides on pollinators, beneficial insects, and wildlife. We'll explore how current pesticide regulations fall short in protecting pollinators and why rethinking pesticides can be crucial for sustaining healthy garden ecosystems.…Learn More
Wednesday, May 294:00—5:00 PMFireplace RoomG.A.R. Memorial Library490 Main Street, West Newbury, MA, 01985
Drop-In Chess Club
Come learn to play, or improve your skills. All abilities welcome. Ages 12+ ok for drop off/pick upAges 8-11 parent/guardian must stay on campusWednesday, May 294:00—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 More30
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