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Peabody Institute Library
Supporting Your Story
April 2023
Services & Events
Main Library
82 Main Street
South Branch West Branch
Library Library
78 Lynn Street 603 Lowell Street
www.peabodylibrary.org
More than Ever Before
Our services are being used more than they were pre-Covid.
We have thousands of new cardholders and millions exploring our
website. We're here to support your growing need for us.
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Open now until
supplies run out!
the peapod
peabody's community
seed exchange
A free community resource for
veggie, herb, & flower seeds
for your garden, at all three
Peabody Library locations.
Brought to you by:
April Hours & Holidays
Main Library
Monday - Thursday: 9am - 9am
Friday: 9am- 1pm
Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: 1pm - 5pm
South & West Branch Libraries
Monday & Wednesday: 9am - 5pm
Tuesday: 9am - 9pm
Thursday: 1pm - 9pm
Saturday: 9am - 1pm
All three libraries will be closed on Sunday,
April 9 in celebration of Easter, and Monday,
April 17 in honor of Patriots' Day.
The PIL is fine-free!
Peabody Institute Library is now a
Fine- Free Library! We have officially
eliminated all overdue fines on
Peabody-owned items-
for everyone, forever!
April 2023 Adult Library Events peabodylibrary.org/calendar
CRAFT & CHAT Guided Meditation and
Mindfulness
a hand-crafting
community
FIRST TUESDAY IN
APRIL Join expert Valerie York
APRIL 4 Tuesday, April 18
TECH LAB 6:30 PM
6:30-8:30PM NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED,
MEDITATIONS ARE NOW DROP-IN
make your own Make Cheerful
cross-stitched Polymer Clay
bookmark
Charms!
Learn the basics of
cross-stitch and
upcycle a discarded
book into a homemade
stitched bookmark!
Make spring-themed clay charms
for a necklace or keychain.
MONDAY, APRIL 10
6:30 PM TUESDAY, APRIL 25
6:30—8:00 PM
TECH LAB
Tech Lab
April 2023 Adult Library Events peabodylibrary.org/calendar
Crochet for Beginners ONLINE DEATH CAFÉ
A safe space (online) to discuss
In this two part workshop,
death with other adults. Bring
learn the basics of crochet in your own tea or pastries!
part 1, and then make your own
crocheted keychain or pin in
part 2. Supplies provided!
Weds., April 12 & 19
6:30 PM
Main Library Tech Lab Tuesday, April 25 at 12 PM
LGBTQ Book Club
april Meeting
Monday
april 24, 2023
7:00 PM
ONLINE
Please Register:
https://bit.ly/3LFPCfw
Peabody Institute Library
Spring Concert Series
More info at peabodylibrary.org/concerts
Karen Grenier
Monday, January 30 at 7 PM
Monday, April 24 at 7 PM
Thursday, June 15- Pride Month Concert
Stephanie James
Monday, February 6 at 7 PM
Monday, April 3 at 7 PM
Áine Minogue
Monday, March 6 at 7 PM
Monday, May 15 at 7 PM
Hungrytown
Monday, March 27 at 7 PM
New England Chamber Players
Monday, May 1 at 7 PM
Sean Gaskell
Monday, June 5 at 7 PM
brought to you by the peabody institute library foundation &
the mccarthy family foundation
Peabody Institute Library Spring Concert Series
Stephanie James
Peabody native and recording
artist Stephanie James
performs original music from
her debut album "Unbreakable,"
as well as covers of well-known
favorites.
Monday, April 3, 7 PM
Sutton Room, Main Library
brought to you by the peabody
institute library foundation & the
mccarthy family foundation
Peabody Institute Library Spring Concert Series
New England Chamber Players
Monday, May 1, 7 PM
Sutton Room, Main Library
brought to you by the peabody institute library
foundation & the mccarthy family foundation
April 2023 Adult Library Events peabodylibrary.org/calendar
Shakespeare Lecture Series
with Theo Theoharis
Wednesdays at 11:00, April 12 - May 17
Registration required; Books available now
at all three library locations.
Professor Theo Theoharis
is back for his popular literature discussion series.
The class will read and discuss two Shakespeare
plays - The Tempest and Twelfth Night.
Presented by the Peabody Institute Library Foundation
March 2023 Teens peabodylibrary.org/calendar
YOGA WITH JILL
For grades 6 - 12
Wednesday, April 12 & 26 at 3:00 PM
in the Teen Room
TEEN MOVIE
NIGHTS
FIRST & THIRD
TUESDAY OF
THE MONTH AT
6:00 PM
BAKE IT TILL YOU MAKE IT
MAIN LIBRARY
TEEN ROOM
Learn how to make Oreo truffles and support your mental health
For tweens and teens in grades 6 - 12
Monday, April 10 at 6:00 PM
Registration is encouraged.March 2023 Teens peabodylibrary.org/calendar
TACO BULLET
THURSDAY JOURNALING
Earn community service hours by participating in our
Teen Advisory and Community Organization, aka
TACO! No registration needed. Please email Allison at
abridgewater@noblenet.org with any questions.
Teen volunteers will receive one free taco the first
Thursday of each month.
Where: Main Library Teen Room Tues. April 11
When: Thursdays from 4:00-5:00 PM 6:00 PM
Play games that
teach you how to
code!
For tweens and teens
in grades 6 - 12.
Thursdays from 3:00 - 4:00
CODE in the Creativity Lab
CLUBApril 2023 Creativity Lab and Tech peabodylibrary.org/calendar
Drop-in Tech Help
Need help using your smartphone, laptop, tablet, or e-
reader? Bring your device to the library and stop by our
Drop-in Tech Help! One of our librarians will be ready to
help answer your questions.
Every Wednesday, 1 - 4 PM
Lower Level, Main Library
Lower Level, Main Library
Wednesday, April 12
6:30 - 8:30 PM
Learn how to use the library's Cricut
Make a machine to create greeting cards
with a little extra flair by using
Layered multiple layers of colorful cardstock.
Greeting REGISTRATION REQUIRED
CardStop by during our Open Lab sessions to
use our tools for 3D printing, sewing,
sound recording, laser cutting,
woodworking, coding, vinyl cutting,
graphic design, electronics, and more.
Mondays 5:30-8:30 PM
Lower Level, Main Library
For more information, go to:
www.peabodylibrary.org/creativitylabPIL Book Groups
Ongoing book groups are back at all three Peabody
Libraries, at places around town, and online. Find
the right one for you in the list below.
Books are available at the meeting location or at the Main Library
Public Service Desk.
Afternoon Fiction Book Group
1st Thursday of every month, 2PM
Meeting April 6: "Circe" by Madeline Miller
Meets at West Branch Library
Evening Nonfiction Book Group
Last Thursday of the month, 6 PM
Meeting April 27: "The Nazi Conspiracy" by Brad Meltzer
Meets at West Branch Library
LGBTQ+ Book Group w/Ashland PL
4th Monday of every month, 7 PM
Meeting April 24: I Wish You All the Best
Meets online
Bring Your Own Book Group
2nd Thursday of every month, 7 PM
Theme for April 13: Graphic Novel
Meets Online
Peabody Council on Aging Book Group
2nd Wednesday of every month, 10:30 AM
Meeting April 12: Under Occupation
Meets at Torigian Center
*NEW* Teen Book Cub
Last Wednesday of every month, 3:30 PM
Meeting April 26: TBD
Meets in Teen Room, Main LibraryTired of waiting in line for new books?
Check out our SPEED READS collections,
at all three libraries.
New Books
7 day loan period
no renewals or holds
Library of Things
Find the list and reserve items at
peabodylibrary.org/libraryofthingsApril 2023 Children's Programs peabodylibrary.org/calendar
Storytimes
at the Main Library
BABIES
Every Thursday @ 10:00
in the 2nd Floor Tech Lab
TODDLERS
Every Thursday @ 11:00
in the 2nd Floor Tech Lab
PRESCHOOL
Every Wednesday @ 10:30
in the 2nd Floor Tech Lab
YOGA
Tuesdays @ 10:00
in the 2nd Floor Tech LabApril 2023 Children's Programs peabodylibrary.org/calendar
Fairy Flower Pot Pajama Storytime
Join Miss Jenny for a fun evening
Make a flower pot home for a
fairy. Supplies included. Open to of stories, songs, and rhymes.
kids 4 and up. Wearing pajamas and bringing
your stuffed animal is optional.
Wed., April 12
Sat., Apr. 22 , 11:00 AM 5:30 PM, Tech Lab
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Please register
Beginners Knitting Sewing Class
Learn the basics of knitting with Come learn how to sew with
Aimee! Needles and yarn are
Miss Patty. Registration
provided, or bring your own. Open
to ages 10+, including adults - this required.
is an all-ages program!
Saturdays Wednesday
April 1, 15, & 29 April 19
1:30 - 3 PM 10:00 AMApril 2023 Children's Programs peabodylibrary.org/calendar
CFCE: MUSIC AND
MOVEMENT
Come join us for Music and
Movement presented by the CFCE.
Come hear live guitar and music for
kids. Open to kids ages 0-4 years old.
Registration required. Located in the
tech lab.
Monday, July1011&12:00
Mon. , April - 1:00 PM
24 at 3:00pm
Art Therapy for Kids
Family LEGO Fun
with ARTrelief
Join us for a fun morning of Making cardboard homes, watercolor
LEGO fun! Larger DUPLO paintings, and creating bead and pip
cleaner friends.
blocks are available for
younger children.
Saturdays Saturdays
April 1 & 15 April 8 & 29
10 AM at 10:30 AMApril 2023 South Branch Library peabodylibrary.org/calendar
Knitting Lessons
at the South Branch Library
Tuesday
April 11
7PM - 8PM
Lessons tailored to each
individual's needs.
Needles and yarn provided
for in-class use.
Registration required.
Bring Your Own Genealogy Office Hours
Book Group at the South Branch Library
Join genealogist Jennifer Smith for
Thursday, April 13 one-on-one assistance with your
7:00 - 8:00PM personal family history research
Meets Online projects!
For Adults and Teens 16+
This Month's Theme is:
"Graphic Novel"
We choose the theme,
and you choose the book!
This is a great way to
share what you've been
reading with a group and
Thursday
get new reading
April 27
recommendations!
7:00 - 8:30 PM
Registration is required to Registration Required
receive the Zoom link.April 2023 South Branch Library peabodylibrary.org/calendar
After School
LEGOs
at the
animal
South Branch Library AdVentures
Mondays Family Zoo and rescue center
visits the South Branch Library!
April 10 For Kids ages 4-12
April 24 Registration Required
3:30-4:30PM Tuesday
For Kids Ages 5-12 April 18
Registration is required. 10AM
Sunflower Planting Toddler Storytime!
at the
South Branch Library at the South Branch Library
Wednesday
April 19
Tuesdays
10:30 - 11:30AM April 11
For Kids Ages 5 - 12 April 25
Learn how to plant a sunflower with
Miss Betsy! Kids will get to plant their 10:00-10:30 AM
own sunflower seeds and take them
For Ages 2 - 4 years
home!
Registration Required Registration RequiredApril 2023 West Branch Library peabodylibrary.org/calendar
Chicken Egg Hatching
March 15 - April 19
CHILDREN'S
GRAB AND GO
CRAFT KITS Children and caregivers are
invited to the West Branch
Every Wednesday, stop by Library to learn about chick
the West Branch Library development and hatching with
and pick up a craft kit to go! incubating chicken eggs!
From Page Little Groove:
To Stage! Baby Wiggle
Join us for lessons in the Mondays
performing arts and how they
April 3 & 24
benefit young minds! Children
will rehearse and perform brief 11AM - 12PM
plays based on children's Come join us for Baby Wiggle
stories. presented by Little Groove. Open to
children ages 0-4 years old.
For ages 8 - 10
Caregivers must attend with
Tues. - Thu. April 18-20 children.
1:30 - 2:30April 2023 West Branch Library peabodylibrary.org/calendar
Downsizing Made Easy Pet Loss Grief Support
Led by Marla Andrews of Humane Hearts, LLC
Peabody Institute Library
West Branch Library
Thursday, April 20
6:30PM -7:30PM
Thursday, April 20, 2PM
and at the West Branch Library
Thursday, April 27, 2PM Registration is suggested but not required
Learn about today's real
estate market, practical
solutions for de-cluttering
and preparing your home
for sale, best practices for
hiring estate liquidators,
movers, and organizers
and more.
AARP Tax Filing Assistance
West Branch Library
Mondays, Feb. 6 - April 10
by APPOINTMENT ONLY
Need help filing your taxes?
AARP Tax Preparers are here to help!
Please stop by the West Branch Library to pick up the necessary
paperwork. Appointments can be scheduled in person at the Public
Service Desk, or over the phone.
Please call the West Branch Library
at 978-535-3354 for more information.April 2023 West Branch Library peabodylibrary.org/calendar
Nonfiction Book Club
April 27, 6pm
Fiction Book Club
Thursday
April 6
2PM
No registration required.
Stop by the West Branch to
pick up a copy!TACO
Tuesdays @ West
Thursdays @ Main
4 -5 PM
Earn community service hours by participating in
our Teen Advisory and Community Organization,
aka TACO! No registration needed. Teen
volunteers will receive one free taco or other snack
the first Tuesday or Thursday of each month.
For questions, please email Allison at the Main
Branch at abridgewater@noblenet.org
OR
Amory at the West Branch at
athomas@noblenet.orgEnglish Conversation Circles
Join an in-person or online group at the Library
Conversation Circles are volunteer-led sessions that provide weekly
opportunities for non-native English speakers to practice basic conversational
English in an informal setting. Sessions increase vocabulary and knowledge of
American culture and customs, improve pronunciation and learn idiomatic
expressions. Meetings focus on topics of practical interest such as shopping,
ordering food, finding a job or an apartment, hobbies or current events.
We're looking for volunteers
to lead circles! To find out more about being a
volunteer, call 978-531-0100 x38
or fill out a contact form at
www.peabodylibrary.org/ellMuseum Passes
The Library offers discounted or
free admission to the following
cultural, educational,
and recreational institutions.
To reserve a pass, call the library or go to
https://www.peabodylibrary.org/museumpasses
Due to COVID-19, museum hours and prices are subject to
change. Please check with the museum before you go.
*NEW!* Mass Audubon
*NEW!* Trustees of the Reservations
*NEW!* North Shore Children's Museum
*More Availability!* Massachusetts State Parks
Boston Children's Museum
House of the Seven Gables
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Museum of Fine Arts
Museum of Science
New England Aquarium
Peabody Essex Museum
Zoo New EnglandLocal History
&
Sutton Room
View digitized documents, photographs,
local newspapers, and genealogical
records online at any time at
peabodylibrary.org/localhistory
The microfilm machine in the Main
Reading Room can be accessed during
Library hours to view
-newspapers -street listings
-early town records -maps
To see the historic Sutton Room, call or
email for an appointment at least 2 days
before your planned visit.The Peabody
Institute Library
Foundation
Invites You To
Birds & Bubbly
A fundraiser to support the
conservation of the Library's
collection of original
Audubon's Birds of America prints
Friday, April 28th, 6-8pm
Peabody Institute Library
82 Main Street, Peabody
tickets $50/person
available at any library location, or at
www.peabodylibrary.org/birdsYou can also read
