News and Events - Manchester-By-The-Sea Public Library

The Annual Meeting of the Friends of the Manchester Public Library will take place on May 16th in the Manchester Community Center from 6-8pm. Two Young Adult local authors, Sarah Patt and Jeffrey Denoncour, will read from their latest books. Jeffrey Denoncour will read from his debut novel, 'Sword and Bow', a first in a series about two boys entering a mysterious dark portal into the magical adventurous kingdom of Alfham. While Sarah Patt will read from her new book ‘Dakota', a sequel to 'Because of Savannah', which follows the captivating teenager Dakota Buchannan’s life of loss, love and friendships. An evening of enjoyment for both young folk and old. It’s also an interesting time to hear about the library’s latest plans for its presentations, programs, its Library of Things and author series. Public is welcome, no need to be a member of the friends to enjoy but you may want to join by the end of the program.

Virtual Events

KIDS TEENS ADULTS ALL AGES

All virtual events require registration. Click on the events to register.

Discover India Series: Beyond Chicken Tikka (Virtual)
MONDAY, MAY 15 AT 7—8PM

If you would like to cook along, here is the ingredient list. Beyond Chicken Tikka - Ingredient List

Indian Cuisine is among those unique cuisines where culture, climate, occupation, locally available spices, herbs and vegetables all blend together. In this workshop, you will learn to make a delicious Indian meal that is easy to recreate for your loved ones - Indian spiced Grilled Chicken, Jeera Rice with whole Garam Masala, Tossed Kachumbar salad in tamarind dressing, Beetroot Raita.

This program was made available through Burlington Public Library's Discover India Series, which is a program partnership between the Burlington Public Library and the India Association of Greater Boston (IAGB). This series explores India's rich culture and includes exciting forays into history, food, art and music.

Native Americans of New England: History, Colonial Legacies, and Survival (Virtual)
WEDNESDAY, MAY 17 AT 7:00—8:00PM

Explore the history of Native Americans in New England. While we will not turn a blind eye to the impact that colonization, dispossession, and racism had on the story of Indigenous peoples in the region, we will also explore Native American resistance, adaptation, and survival under often harsh and unfavorable circumstances. Moreover, we will examine some of the colonial legacies that still shape the views and (mis-) perceptions about Indigenous peoples to this day.

Led by Christoph Strobel, a Professor of History at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. He is the author of War and Colonization in the Early American Northeast, Native Americans of New England (2021 Choice Outstanding Academic Title); The Global Atlantic: 1400–1900, The Testing Grounds of Modern Empire.

NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 24 hours of the program. This program is made possible through a partnership with the Tewksbury Public Library.

Weekly Events

KIDS TEENS ADULTS ALL AGES

Digital Advice with Expanded Hours
MONDAYS: APPOINTMENTS AT 11, 11:30AM, 12PM & 12:30PM & DROP-IN FROM 1-2PM

SELECT FRIDAY DROP IN AT 3-4PM

Registration is required for the 4 appointments on Monday. Click Here to register.

Dungeons and Dragons
TUESDAYS AT 3:45-5PM

For Ages 11-18. Most Tuesdays and registration is required. Click Here for more details and to register.

Shut Up and Write!
WEDNESDAYS AT 10:30 AM-12PM

Virtual over Zoom and registration is required. Email c.maile.black@gmail.com for the zoom link.

Stories & Songs in the Children's Room
WEDNESDAYS 10:30-11AM

For our youngest patrons and thier caregivers, ages birth-6. Registration is required and space is limited. Click Here to register.

Mindfulness Meditation
EVERY OTHER THURSDAY AT 11AM-12PM

Registration is encouraged but not required. Click Here to register or for more info.

Chess Club in the Teen Loft
THURSDAYS AT 3—4:15PM

Ages 9-11 must register for every week you can make it as space is limited!

MBTS Bike and Pedestrian Committee Book Discussion
THURSDAYS IN MAY AT 6:00—7:00PM

The MBTS Bike and Pedestrian Committee is excited to be hosting another community book discussion group this May. We'll be reading 'There Are No Accidents: The Deadly Rise of Injury and Disaster - Who Profits and Who Pays the Price' by Jessie Singer. You can pick up a copy at the library circulation desk or download a digital audiobook on Libby, a free ebook / audiobook service. The meeting will be help every Thursday evening in May at the Manchester-by-the-Sea Public Library from 6-7PM so you don't need to finish the book to attend the discussion. Registration is encouraged but not required.

IN-PERSON & HYBRID EVENTS FOR ALL AGES

KIDS TEENS ADULTS ALL AGES

Recycling bins in different colors and a man and a woman holding empty trash cans.

MBTS Recycling A-Z
TUESDAY, MAY 9 AT 6:00—7:00 PM

Come and learn all about recycling! Caitlin Smith, Recycling & Organics Coordinator from Republic Services, will be presenting an in-depth look on recycling. Find out what happens to your recycling once it leaves your curbside bin and how the recycling facility sorts the material. Learn what Massachusetts and Republic Services are doing to help increase recycling and what we can do as a community to help. This event is made possible through a partnership with The Manchester-by-the-Sea's Sustainability Committee.

Man with a waste basket labeled

Special Community Movie Screening: The Clean Bin Project
TUESDAY, MAY 9 AT 7:00—9:00PM

Stay after the Recycling A-Z presentation for a special screening of "The Clean Bin Project" Snacks, Popcorn, Coffee and Tea will be provided. This event is made possible through a partnership with the Manchester-by-the-Sea's Sustainability Committee. Registration is encouraged but not required.

About the Clean Bin Project: Is it possible to live completely waste free? In this multi-award winning, festival favourite, partners Jen and Grant go head to head in a competition to see who can swear off consumerism and produce the least garbage Their light-hearted competition is set against a darker examination of the problem waste. Even as Grant and Jen start to garner interest in their project, they struggle to find meaning in their minuscule influence on the large-scale environmental impacts of our “throw-away society”. Described as An Inconvenient Truth meets Super Size Me, The Clean Bin Project features laugh out loud moments, stop motion animations, and unforgettable imagery. Captivating interviews with renowned artist, Chris Jordan and TED Lecturer Captain Charles Moore, make this film a fun and inspiring call to individual action that speaks to crowds of all ages.

Let's Make Music with Ms. Teresa
FRIDAY, MAY 12 AT 10:30—11:15 AM

Join Teresa Coehlo for a joy-filled morning of music! Perfect for children ages 0-5yrs & their caregivers. No registration required as this event will be outside! This event is made possible by the Hooper Fund.

Teen Writers Workshop
FRIDAY, MAY 12 AT 5:30—7PM

Come write! Anyone in grades 7-12 is welcome to join the Teen Writers Workshop. Play games, write to prompts, share your stuff, and become a part of the local writing community. Snacks provided and registration required!

CFCE Early Childhood Partners presents: Seaside Saturday with Julie Arthur PLEASE REGISTER!
SATURDAY, MAY 13 AT 10:00—11:00AM

Join Ms. Julie for Seaside Saturday at the Library, where participants will enjoy themed stories, activities and crafts! This program will be in the Children's Room (or outside depending on the weather). Please register on their website or call: www.EarlyChildhoodPartners.com / 978-468-5489.

Cookbook Throwdown
SATURDAY, MAY 13 AT 11:30 AM—12:30PM

The cookbook book club meets on the 2nd Saturday of every month and we share recipes from a cookbook from off our library shelves. May's pick is "Manchester Woman's Club Cookbook" by the local Manchester Woman's Club.

Sign up for a recipe in the library or online and bring your dish to be sampled on Saturday, May 13th along with any utensils needed. The library will provide small plates, napkins, and the standard cutlery but if you are bringing a soup or other recipe that needs specialized cutlery please bring bowls or cups for everyone to use. I have picked some recipes to showcase but you can pick any recipe from the book. Please call Maddy Willwerth at 978-526-7711 if you have any questions.

TAB (Teen Advisory Board)
TUESDAY, MAY 16 AT 5:00—7:00 PM

Meets the second Tuesday of every month at 5:30-6:30 Earn community service hours while having fun planning events for your friends and the community! Registration is required.

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