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Friday, March 110:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Mother Goose on the Loose
An interactive early literacy program for caregivers with infants through 2-year-olds. Songs, stories, music and finger-plays for caregivers and babies to enjoy together. Ipswich Children’s Room staff are trained in the presentation of this well-renowned program.…Learn More2
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Monday, March 49:00—11:00 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Preschool visits
Visits from local preschools.
Monday, March 43:30—4:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Radical Readers A
A book club for 4th and 5th graders who love to read and talk about books! Contact: Betsy Johnson at 978-412-8713 or ejohnson@ipswichlibrary. orgMonday, March 46:30—7:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Mystery Book Club
Love a good mystery? Join fellow mystery lovers and discuss the assigned book. Copies will be available to be checked out on the Mystery Book Club Shelf near the holds in the main circulation room of the library.
This time we are reading: No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency by Alexander McCall-Smith.…Learn More5
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Wednesday, March 610:00—10:45 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Story Time for Ages 2-4
This program lasts about 30 minutes. Adults interact with the child in their care while listening to stories, participating in large motor skill activities and crafts together. Participants are invited to stay and play/chat afterwards. This is a great program not only for parents, but for grandparents and their grandchildren or for caregivers who want to participate in Story Time with the children in their charge.…Learn MoreWednesday, March 63:30—5:00 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Adult Poetry Workshop: Let’s Play
This workshop is part of a series of workshops offered by local poet and teacher Carla Panciera. Each session will explore a different topic in poetry. Join us for as many as you like, and then come share your work and listen to others at a reception and reading on April 10th here at the library.…Learn More
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Thursday, March 710:00—10:45 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Transitional Story Time
This weekly story time is a lovely bridge between Mother Goose on the Loose and traditional Story Time. For children ages 2-3 and their caregivers, this story time continues the rhymes and fingerplays of Mother Goose on the Loose, while introducing slightly richer picture books and a simple craft.Thursday, March 712:00—1:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Cookbook Club
What do you get when you cross a cookbook with a book group? A Cookbook Club, of course!Check out a copy of the selected book from the library (books are available starting two weeks before the monthly meeting), pick a recipe (we'll keep track to avoid duplicates), and prepare it for the program.…Learn MoreThursday, March 72:30—3:15 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Book Buddies A
A book club for 3rd graders who love to read and talk about books! Contact Betsy Johnson for more information at 978-412-8713 or ejohnson@ipswichlibrary. org8
Friday, March 810:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Mother Goose on the Loose
An interactive early literacy program for caregivers with infants through 2-year-olds. Songs, stories, music and finger-plays for caregivers and babies to enjoy together. Ipswich Children’s Room staff are trained in the presentation of this well-renowned program.…Learn MoreFriday, March 84:00—4:45 PMTeen RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Middle/High School Book Club - Book Discussion
Join us for a special Middle/High School Book Club meeting. All teens are invited (6th through 12th grade) to come join in for a great book discussion as well as tasty treats and pizza. This month we are reading: Divergent by Veronica Roth. Copies are available to be picked up for check out in the Teen Room on the Teen Book Club Shelf starting on Wednesday, February 15th.…Learn MoreFriday, March 85:00—7:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Middle/High School Book Club - Movie Event
We've just discussed the book. Now, let's watch the movie! All teens are invited (6th through 12th grade) to come watch and critique the movie based on the book as well as indulge in tasty treats and pizza. The movie Divergent is 140 minutes and rated PG-13.…Learn More9
Saturday, March 99:00 AM—3:00 PMRogers RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Friends of the Library Special Book Sale
Stop by the Friends of the Library Book Shop for some great deals and special sale items! ALL STOCK HALF OFF!
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Sunday, March 101:00—4:00 PMRogers RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Friends of the Library Special Book Sale
Stop by the Friends of the Library Book Shop for some great deals and special sale items! ALL STOCK HALF OFF!All proceeds direct benefit library programs and sevrices.…Learn MoreSunday, March 102:00—3:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Sisters in Crime Author Panel: Mystery Making
Mystery Making: In this interactive workshop, four mystery authors representing different sub-genres, including cozy/traditional and thriller/suspense, will brainstorm on their feet to create a brand new mystery using suggestions provided by the audience.…Learn More11
Monday, March 1110:00 AM—12:00 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Memory Cafe
The Ipswich Memory Cafe is a friendly, relaxed gathering space for those living with memory changes and their care partners. Join us for coffee, conversation, and simple activities in a safe and supportive environment. To RSVP, please contract Beth Wright at the Ipswich Council on Aging at 978.…Learn MoreMonday, March 113:30—4:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Radical Readers A
A book club for fourth and fifth graders who love to read and talk about books with their peers. Registration is required.Monday, March 117:30—9:00 PMConference RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Board of Library Trustees.…Learn More12
Tuesday, March 129:00—9:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Mother Goose on the Loose Lapsit
New early literacy offering designed especially for caregivers with infants through pre-walkers. An interactive program of songs, stories and finger-plays for caregivers and babies to enjoy together. Ipswich Children’s Room staff are trained in the presentation of this well-renowned program.…Learn MoreTuesday, March 1210:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Mother Goose on the Loose
An interactive early literacy program for caregivers with infants through 2-year-olds. Songs, stories, music and finger-plays for caregivers and babies to enjoy together. Ipswich Children’s Room staff are trained in the presentation of this well-renowned program.…Learn MoreTuesday, March 126:30—7:45 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Adult Poetry Workshop: The Witnessed Experience and Beyond
This workshop is part of a series of workshops offered by local poet and teacher Carla Panciera. Each session will explore a different topic in poetry. Join us for as many as you like, and then come share your work and listen to others at a reception and reading on April 10th here at the library.…Learn More
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Wednesday, March 1310:30—11:00 AMRogers RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Music for the Little Ones
Performer Eric Clemenzi joins us on the first Wednesday of every month at 10:30 a. m. upstairs in the beautiful Rogers Room! A wonderful opportunity to expose children to music in a group setting. Caregivers and children are invited to sing and dance together! Call the Children’s Room at 978-412-8713 with any questions.…Learn MoreWednesday, March 133:30—4:15 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Story Explorers
Story Explorers is a monthly group for first graders centered around stories that represent various genres of literature -- folk tales, fables, myths and legends, and more. Children do not need to be able to read to participate in this program. After a small snack, provided by the library, children listen to a few stories from the genre we are exploring, and then do an age-appropriate craft.…Learn MoreWednesday, March 136:30—8:00 PMConference RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Ipswich Poetry Group
The Ipswich Poetry Group meets upstairs on the second and fourth Wednesdays every month at 6:30pm to share poems in progress and give and receive feedback. All are welcome! Email ipswichpoetrygroup@gmail. com with questions, or call Sarah at 617-584-7025.14
Thursday, March 1410:00—10:45 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Transitional Story Time
This weekly story time is a lovely bridge between Mother Goose on the Loose and traditional Story Time. For children ages 2-3 and their caregivers, this story time continues the rhymes and fingerplays of Mother Goose on the Loose, while introducing slightly richer picture books and a simple craft.Thursday, March 142:30—4:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Crafternoon!
A Drop-In Craft program held once a month on a Thursday afternoon (check the online calendar or pick up a calendar in the Children’s Room). Intended for school age children with intricate and challenging crafts. Each child under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver to actively assist with the craft.…Learn More15
Friday, March 1510:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Mother Goose on the Loose
Mother Goose is an interactive early literacy program for caregivers with infants through 2-year-olds. Songs, stories, music and finger-plays for caregivers and babies to enjoy together. Ipswich Children’s Room staff are trained in the presentation of this well-renowned program.…Learn More16
Saturday, March 161:00—3:00 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Adult Poetry Workshop: Words, Words, Words
This workshop is part of a series of workshops offered by local poet and teacher Carla Panciera. Each session will explore a different topic in poetry. Join us for as many as you like, and then come share your work and listen to others at a reception and reading on April 10th here at the library.…Learn More
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Monday, March 183:30—4:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Radical Readers B
A book club for 4th and 5th graders who love to read and talk about books! Contact: Betsy Johnson at 978-412-8713 or ejohnson@ipswichlibrary. org19
Tuesday, March 1910:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Mother Goose on the Loose Yoga this week!
Special this week is Yoga with Elissa Shoreman from Buddhaful Souls. There will only be one session on this Tuesday at the 10 a. m. slot. (9 a. m. Lap Sit programs returns next week. ) Mother Goose is an interactive early literacy program for caregivers with infants through 2-year-olds.…Learn MoreTuesday, March 193:30—4:45 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Junior Great Books A and B
Special Yoga and Book Group this week. Children should wear comfortable clothing. Please note longer program time. Grade 2, Junior Great Books, meets on one Tuesday afternoon per month. Registration is required and participants are organized into two groups.…Learn MoreTuesday, March 196:30—8:00 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Ipswich Library Book Club
Monthly book discussion group, open to all. Contact Kay Pearsall at 978-312-1008 for more information.…Learn More20
Wednesday, March 2010:00—10:45 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Special Yoga Story Time for Ages 2-4
Special this week is Yoga with Elissa Shoreman from Buddhaful Souls. This program lasts about 30 minutes. Adults interact with the child in their care while listening to stories, participating in large motor skill activities and crafts together.…Learn MoreWednesday, March 203:30—4:15 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Special Yoga Story Time, 4-Kindergarten
Special this week is Yoga with Elissa Shoreman from Buddhaful Souls. This story time, held about once a month for participants ages 4-kindergarten, includes stories, large motor skill activities and a small craft. This is a great chance for children to catch up with their preschool friends.…Learn MoreWednesday, March 206:00—8:00 PMConference RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Ipswich R. Book Group
New members welcome!This month we are discussing Never Caught by Erica Armstrong DunbarFor questions please contact Denise Scarpa at shoe3001@aol. com21
Thursday, March 2110:00—10:45 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Special Yoga Transitional Story Time
Special this week is Yoga with Elissa Shoreman from Buddhaful Souls. This weekly story time is a lovely bridge between Mother Goose on the Loose and traditional Story Time. For children ages 2-3 and their caregivers, this story time continues the rhymes and fingerplays of Mother Goose on the Loose, while introducing slightly richer picture books and a simple craft.22
Friday, March 2210:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Mother Goose on the Loose Yoga this week!
Special this week is Yoga with Elissa Shoreman from Buddhaful Souls!Mother Goose is an interactive early literacy program for caregivers with infants through 2-year-olds. Songs, stories, music and finger-plays for caregivers and babies to enjoy together.…Learn More23
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Monday, March 253:30—4:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Radical Readers C
A book club for 4th and 5th graders who love to read and talk about books with their peers. Registration is required.
Monday, March 256:30—7:45 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Non-Fiction Book Group
All are welcome! This month we are reading The Girls of Atomic City: The Untold Story of the Women Who Helped Win World War II, by Denise Kiernan. Copies are available to borrow from the library. About the book:At the height of World War II, Oak Ridge, Tennessee, was home to 75,000 residents, and consumed more electricity than New York City, yet it was shrouded in such secrecy that it did not appear on any map.…Learn More26
Tuesday, March 269:00—9:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Mother Goose on the Loose Lapsit
New early literacy offering designed especially for caregivers with infants through pre-walkers. An interactive program of songs, stories and finger-plays for caregivers and babies to enjoy together. Ipswich Children’s Room staff are trained in the presentation of this well-renowned program.…Learn MoreTuesday, March 2610:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Mother Goose on the Loose
An interactive early literacy program for caregivers with infants through 2-year-olds. Songs, stories, music and finger-plays for caregivers and babies to enjoy together. Ipswich Children’s Room staff are trained in the presentation of this well-renowned program.…Learn MoreTuesday, March 266:30—7:45 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Adult Poetry Workshop: Imagery - It Starts Here
This workshop is part of a series of workshops offered by local poet and teacher Carla Panciera. Each session will explore a different topic in poetry. Join us for as many as you like, and then come share your work and listen to others at a reception and reading on April 10th here at the library.…Learn More
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Wednesday, March 2710:00—10:45 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Story Time for Ages 2-4
This program lasts about 30 minutes. Adults interact with the child in their care while listening to stories, participating in large motor skill activities and crafts together. Participants are invited to stay and play/chat afterwards. This is a great program not only for parents, but for grandparents and their grandchildren or for caregivers who want to participate in Story Time with the children in their charge.…Learn MoreWednesday, March 276:30—8:00 PMConference RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Ipswich Poetry Group
The Ipswich Poetry Group meets upstairs on the second and fourth Wednesdays every month at 6:30pm to share poems in progress and give and receive feedback. All are welcome! Email ipswichpoetrygroup@gmail. com with questions, or call Sarah at 617-584-7025.28
Thursday, March 2810:00—10:45 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Transitional Story Time
This weekly story time is a lovely bridge between Mother Goose on the Loose and traditional Story Time. For children ages 2-3 and their caregivers, this story time continues the rhymes and fingerplays of Mother Goose on the Loose, while introducing slightly richer picture books and a simple craft.Thursday, March 282:30—3:15 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Book Buddies B
A book club for third grades who love to read and talk about books with their peers. Registration is required.29
Friday, March 2910:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Mother Goose on the Loose
An interactive early literacy program for caregivers with infants through 2-year-olds. Songs, stories, music and finger-plays for caregivers and babies to enjoy together. Ipswich Children’s Room staff are trained in the presentation of this well-renowned program.…Learn More30
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