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Sunday, May 1Library Closed
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Tuesday, May 310:15—10:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Baby Bookworms
Join Sue Shepard to enjoy 30 minutes of stories, songs, and finger plays! Designed for children ages birth-18 months, pre-registration is required for each individual class meeting, space is limited. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver and alternate care for siblings is encouraged.…Learn More4
Wednesday, May 410:15—11:15 AMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Music & Movement Story Time
Join Lisa Davis for this story time that incorporates singing songs, reading books, using sign language and gestures to encourage language comprehension and expression. This program is for children ages 18 months to 36 months and their caregiver and will run from April 6-June 8, 2022.…Learn More
Wednesday, May 46:30—7:45 PMLocal History RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Wednesday Night Book Club: The Midnight Library
Join Dede McManus and others as they discuss The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. MVLC has copies available in hardcover and playaway audio. Overdrive has an ebook edition.5
Thursday, May 510:15—11:00 AMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Process Art Workshop
Please join Ms. Eva from Early Childhood Partners CFCE for a story and fun activities that practice process art methods! Process Art Workshop is designed for children ages 3-8 and their caregiver. This class will be held on Thursdays at 10:15-11:00am from March 31-June 9 (no class April 21).…Learn More6
Friday, May 610:30 AM—12:30 PMLarge Meeting RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Friday Morning Movie
Join us every Friday in the month of May for a popular hit movie! This weeks movie will be Belfast.
Water and movie snacks will be served.
No sign up required.…Learn MoreFriday, May 64:00—4:40 PMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Science Fridays
Join Ms. Katie of Early Childhood Partners CFCE to enjoy a story and fun activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math (STEAM). Designed for children ages 2-8 years and their caregiver. This class will be held on Thursdays at 4:00-4:00pm April 1-June 10 (no class April 15 & 22).…Learn More7
Saturday, May 71:30—2:30 PMLarge Meeting RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Allegro Dance Ensemble
Allegro Dance Ensemble, the resident company of Hamilton-Wenham School of Dance, will perform selections in ballet, jazz, and modern dance. After the performance, children will be invited to take a short dance lesson and have time for free dancing. Costumes are encouraged! This program is open to the public and free of charge.…Learn More
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Sunday, May 8Library Closed
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Tuesday, May 1010:15—10:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Baby Bookworms
Join Sue Shepard to enjoy 30 minutes of stories, songs, and finger plays! Designed for children ages birth-18 months, pre-registration is required for each individual class meeting, space is limited. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver and alternate care for siblings is encouraged.…Learn More11
Wednesday, May 11Library Closed
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Thursday, May 1210:15—11:00 AMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Process Art Workshop
Please join Ms. Eva from Early Childhood Partners CFCE for a story and fun activities that practice process art methods! Process Art Workshop is designed for children ages 3-8 and their caregiver. This class will be held on Thursdays at 10:15-11:00am from March 31-June 9 (no class April 21).…Learn MoreThursday, May 126:30—8:00 PMOnline - no registrationHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
HWPL Trustees Meeting
The trustees of the Library meet monthly to discuss policy issues and governance of the Library. This is an elected board with seats from both Hamilton and Wenham, and two seats for 'at large' nominees. For more information contact Library Director, Kim Butler kbutler@hwlibrary.…Learn More13
Friday, May 1310:30 AM—12:30 PMLarge Meeting RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Friday Morning Movie
Join us every Friday in the month of May for a popular hit movie! This weeks movie will be West Side Story.
Water and movie snacks will be served.
No sign up required.…Learn MoreFriday, May 134:00—4:40 PMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
CANCELED: Science Fridays
Join Ms. Katie of Early Childhood Partners CFCE to enjoy a story and fun activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math (STEAM). Designed for children ages 2-8 years and their caregiver. This class will be held on Thursdays at 4:00-4:00pm April 1-June 10 (no class April 15 & 22).…Learn More14
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Sunday, May 15Library Closed
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Monday, May 163:30—3:40 PMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
OutsideHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
PAWS to Read - Read with Tessie
Sign up for your 1:1 slot to read to Tessie. Tessie is our Certified Therapy Dog. Her calm & comforting presence helps students gain confidence in reading skills. Children in grades K-3 can pre-register for a 10 minute slot with Tessie - petting the dog is OK! Space is limited.…Learn MoreMonday, May 163:45—3:55 PMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
OutsideHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
PAWS to Read - Read with Tessie
Sign up for your 1:1 slot to read to Tessie. Tessie is our Certified Therapy Dog. Her calm & comforting presence helps students gain confidence in reading skills. Children in grades K-3 can pre-register for a 10 minute slot with Tessie - petting the dog is OK! Space is limited.…Learn MoreMonday, May 164:00—4:10 PMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
OutsideHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
PAWS to Read - Read with Tessie
Sign up for your 1:1 slot to read to Tessie. Tessie is our Certified Therapy Dog. Her calm & comforting presence helps students gain confidence in reading skills. Children in grades K-3 can pre-register for a 10 minute slot with Tessie - petting the dog is OK! Space is limited.…Learn MoreMonday, May 164:15—4:25 PMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
OutsideHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
PAWS to Read - Read with Tessie
Sign up for your 1:1 slot to read to Tessie. Tessie is our Certified Therapy Dog. Her calm & comforting presence helps students gain confidence in reading skills. Children in grades K-3 can pre-register for a 10 minute slot with Tessie - petting the dog is OK! Space is limited.…Learn More17
Tuesday, May 1710:15—10:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Baby Bookworms
Join Sue Shepard to enjoy 30 minutes of stories, songs, and finger plays! Designed for children ages birth-18 months, pre-registration is required for each individual class meeting, space is limited. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver and alternate care for siblings is encouraged.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 1711:00 AM—12:00 PMLocal History RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Literary Luncheon: Behind the Beautiful Forevers by Katherine Boo
Join us to discuss: Behind the Beautiful Forevers: Life, Death and Hope in a Mumbai Undercity by Katherine Boo. “A tour de force of social justice reportage and a literary masterpiece. ”—Judges, PEN/John Kenneth Galbraith Award . Click here to find hardcover, large print or book on CD in the MVLC catalog.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 177:00—8:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Friends of HWPL Meeting
Monthly Friends of the Library Board Meeting. New volunteers always welcome!
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Wednesday, May 1810:15—11:15 AMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Music & Movement Story Time
Join Lisa Davis for this story time that incorporates singing songs, reading books, using sign language and gestures to encourage language comprehension and expression. This program is for children ages 18 months to 36 months and their caregiver and will run from April 6-June 8, 2022.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 1910:00—11:30 AMOnline - Registration is required.Hamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Dementia Friends
Hamilton-Wenham is working to become a Dementia Friendly Community. Please join us on Zoom to learn the five key messages we should know about people living with dementia. Registration closes at 5pm on Wednesday, May 18. The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants the evening of May 18.Thursday, May 1910:15—11:00 AMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Process Art Workshop
Please join Ms. Eva from Early Childhood Partners CFCE for a story and fun activities that practice process art methods! Process Art Workshop is designed for children ages 3-8 and their caregiver. This class will be held on Thursdays at 10:15-11:00am from March 31-June 9 (no class April 21).…Learn More20
Friday, May 2010:30 AM—12:30 PMLarge Meeting RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Friday Morning Movie
Join us every Friday in the month of May for a popular hit movie! This weeks movie will be Death on the Nile.
Water and movie snacks will be served.
No sign up required.…Learn MoreFriday, May 204:00—4:40 PMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
CANCELLED: Science Fridays
Join Ms. Katie of Early Childhood Partners CFCE to enjoy a story and fun activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math (STEAM). Designed for children ages 2-8 years and their caregiver. This class will be held on Thursdays at 4:00-4:00pm April 1-June 10 (no class April 15 & 22).…Learn More21
Saturday, May 2111:00—11:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Pollinator Story & Craft
Join us for stories about the hard-working insects and birds that our flowering plants and crops depend on! We'll create colorful pipe cleaner butterfly rings to celebrate our winged friends. No registration necessary!22
Sunday, May 22Library Closed
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Tuesday, May 2410:15—10:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Baby Bookworms
Join Sue Shepard to enjoy 30 minutes of stories, songs, and finger plays! Designed for children ages birth-18 months, pre-registration is required for each individual class meeting, space is limited. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver and alternate care for siblings is encouraged.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 246:30—7:45 PMLarge Meeting RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
HWPL Book Group!
This group is full and is currently closed to new members. The "Monday" night group will meet to read The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah, click here to jump to the catalog to request a copy, or click here for Overdrive ebook or eaudio.…Learn More25
Wednesday, May 2510:15—11:15 AMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Music & Movement Story Time
Join Lisa Davis for this story time that incorporates singing songs, reading books, using sign language and gestures to encourage language comprehension and expression. This program is for children ages 18 months to 36 months and their caregiver and will run from April 6-June 8, 2022.…Learn More
Wednesday, May 256:30—8:00 PMLarge Meeting RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Sheryl Faye Presents "Ruth Bader Ginsburg - I Dissent!"
Ruth Bader Ginsburg was an American lawyer and jurist who served as an associate justice of the Supreme Court of the United States from 1993 until her death in September 2020. She was the second woman and the first Jewish woman ever appointed to the Court and became the longest serving Jewish Justice.…Learn More26
Thursday, May 2610:15—11:00 AMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Process Art Workshop
Please join Ms. Eva from Early Childhood Partners CFCE for a story and fun activities that practice process art methods! Process Art Workshop is designed for children ages 3-8 and their caregiver. This class will be held on Thursdays at 10:15-11:00am from March 31-June 9 (no class April 21).…Learn MoreThursday, May 267:00—8:00 PMOnline - Registration is required.Hamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
An Evening with Award Winning Author Ocean Vuong
Join us for a very special event with prize-winning poet, novelist and educator Ocean Vuong, author of, On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous, in conversation with Professor Sandra Lim, Ph. D. , prize-winning poet, and professor of English at the University of Massachusetts in Lowell.…Learn More27
Friday, May 2710:30 AM—12:30 PMLarge Meeting RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Friday Morning Movie
Join us every Friday in the month of May for a popular hit movie! This weeks movie will be King Richard.
Water and movie snacks will be served.
No sign up required.…Learn MoreFriday, May 274:00—4:40 PMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Science Fridays
Join Ms. Katie of Early Childhood Partners CFCE to enjoy a story and fun activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math (STEAM). Designed for children ages 2-8 years and their caregiver. This class will be held on Thursdays at 4:00-4:00pm April 1-June 10 (no class April 15 & 22).…Learn More28
Saturday, May 28Library Closed
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Sunday, May 29Library Closed
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Monday, May 30Library Closed
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Tuesday, May 3110:15—10:45 AMChildren's Programming RoomHamilton-Wenham Public Library14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982
Baby Bookworms
Join Sue Shepard to enjoy 30 minutes of stories, songs, and finger plays! Designed for children ages birth-18 months, pre-registration is required for each individual class meeting, space is limited. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver and alternate care for siblings is encouraged.…Learn More