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Monday, October 210:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Music for the Little Ones with Eric Clemenzi
Music for the Little Ones
Monday, October 23:30—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 discuss books with their peers! Each month participants read in advance an age-appropriate book assigned to the group and then come together for a discussion of the book, facilitated by questions prepared by Mrs.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 310:00—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, October 33:45—4:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Grade 2 Jr. Great Books Club
Grade 2, Junior Great Books, meets on one Tuesday afternoon per month. Registration is required. In an established book club format, short stories feature themes of friendship, courage and responsibility, as students begin reading for meaning and sharing ideas around what they have read .…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 49:00—9:30 AMChildren's RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Lap Sit Mother Goose
Lap Sit Mother Goose
Wednesday, October 410:00—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 MoreWednesday, October 46:00—7:00 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Yoga Book Club
Grab your yoga mat (and a book if you like), put on some comfortable clothing and join us at the library for yoga! Melanie Simard will be our instructor.
Residing in Ipswich, MA, Melanie teaches weekly Gentle Yoga classes at the Greater Beverly YMCA, where she strives to offer the benefits of yoga in a fun and approachable way making it accessible for every body regardless of experience or flexibility.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 46:30—7:30 PMConference RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Club
This isn't your typical book club! Instead of all reading the same book or genre, members read whatever they want each month. There's no homework to do before we meet, just read what you want and come ready to talk! Anyone 18 and older is welcome to join.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 510:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Story Time
For children ages 2 through Kindergarten. A fun opportunity for adults to interact with the child in their care while listening to stories, singing songs and participating in large motor skill activities . Creating a wonderful sense of community, this is a great program not only for parents, but for grandparents and their grandchildren or for any caregivers who want to participate in Story Time with the children in their charge.…Learn MoreThursday, October 512:00—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, October 52:30—3:15 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Book Buddies A
A book club for third graders who love to read and talk about books with their peers!
Thursday, October 52:30—3:15 PMTeen RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Middle School Book Club
Join us for our monthly Middle School Book Club meeting where the book is chosen by a middle school teen. All teens are invited (6th through 12th grade) to come join in for a great book discussion and some snacks.
This month we are reading: Everlost (Skinjacker, #1) by Neal Shusterman.…Learn More6
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Saturday, October 73:00—3:45 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Teen Super Smash/Mario Kart Tournament
Get ready to rumble!We are going to all play many copies of Super Smash Brothers and Mario Kart at once (some on the Switch, some on the N64s provided), each player getting their name on a raffle ticket for every five minute round they win (SSB) or every 50cc course they win (MK).…Learn More8
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Monday, October 9Closed
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Tuesday, October 1010:00—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, October 102:00—4:00 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Film Appreciation Group
This group is for anyone who enjoys watching movies. Come join fellow enthusiasts to watch and discuss a new movie every month. Snacks and water will be provided for each screening. We will meet every 2nd Tuesday of the month.
This group is intended for patrons 18 and older.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 119:00—9:30 AMChildren's RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Lap Sit Mother Goose
Lap Sit Mother Goose
Wednesday, October 1110:00—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 MoreWednesday, October 113:30—4:15 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
First Grade Junior Great Books
Based on the acclaimed Great Books program for children, this story-based group is designed with first graders in mind. Children do not need to be able to read to participate. Parents read with or to their children the assigned story before the group meets, and then the story will be read aloud again to the children during our meeting.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 116:00—7:00 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Yoga Book Club
Grab your yoga mat (and a book if you like), put on some comfortable clothing and join us at the library for yoga! Melanie Simard will be our instructor.
Residing in Ipswich, MA, Melanie teaches weekly Gentle Yoga classes at the Greater Beverly YMCA, where she strives to offer the benefits of yoga in a fun and approachable way making it accessible for every body regardless of experience or flexibility.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 116:30—7:00 PMConference RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Friends of the Ipswich Public Library Board Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Board of the Friends of Ipswich Public Library.
Wednesday, October 117:00—7:45 PMConference RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Friends of the Ipswich Public Library Annual Meeting
Annual meeting of the Friends of the Ipswich Public Library includes a review of the past year, fiscal report and election of officers.
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Thursday, October 1210:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Story Time
For children ages 2 through Kindergarten. A fun opportunity for adults to interact with the child in their care while listening to stories, singing songs and participating in large motor skill activities . Creating a wonderful sense of community, this is a great program not only for parents, but for grandparents and their grandchildren or for any caregivers who want to participate in Story Time with the children in their charge.…Learn MoreThursday, October 1212:00—2:00 PMConference RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Writers Group: Silent Writing
Are you a writer who is looking for some accountability? This is the right group for you. This is a designated 2 hour block of time for you and your fellow writers to write. We offer you a quiet space with little distractions to sit down and write surrounded by like-minded people.Thursday, October 122:30—3:15 PMTeen RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
High School Book Club
Join us for our monthly High School Book Club meeting where the book is chosen by a high school teen. All teens are invited (6th through 12th grade) to come join in for a great book discussion either in person or virtually using Zoom. Snacks provided.…Learn More13
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Monday, October 163:30—4:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Radical Readers B
A book club for fourth and fifth graders who love to read and talk about books with their peers!
Monday, October 166:00—7:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
CANCELED - Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees has been CANCELED due to lack of quorum
Monday, October 166:30—7:15 PMConference 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. This time, we will be discussing: Murder at Mallowan Hall (Phyllida Bright Mystery, #1) by Colleen Cambridge. Copies will be available after our previous meeting to pick up on our book group's section of the Holds Shelf anytime the library is open.…Learn More17
Tuesday, October 1710:00—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, October 172:30—4:00 PMTeen RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Virtual - LiveIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Teen Art Creations: Mini Pumpkin Decorating
Take a moment this month and join Teen Librarian Katy to try your hand at making art with teeny tiny pumpkins.
It's been busy, and now it's time to catch our breaths and slow down. After watching a brief video all together, you will use the provided materials to conjure up your own piece of art!No skill needed.…Learn More18
Wednesday, October 189:00—9:30 AMChildren's RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Lap Sit Mother Goose
Lap Sit Mother Goose
Wednesday, October 1810:00—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 MoreWednesday, October 184:00—5:00 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Teen Candy BINGO: "Creepy Tales"
Happy Spooky Season!Grab a board and your candy markers and get ready to BINGO! If you've never played BINGO, now is the time to learn, with treats and prizes in the mix. The winner each session will have their name entered into a very stylish hat. Once we have hit the end of our program time, Teen Librarian Katy will draw three names from the hat and all three will be prize winners!This event is free and for Teens only (incoming 6th-12th grade).…Learn MoreWednesday, October 186:00—7:45 PMQuiet Study RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Ipswich R Book Club
The Ipswich R Book Group meets every third Wednesday of each month from 6pm to 7:45pm in the Conference Room on the second floor of the Ipswich Public Library. We read all kinds of books and choose the next month's book at the end of the discussion each month.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 186:00—7:00 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Yoga Book Club
Grab your yoga mat (and a book if you like), put on some comfortable clothing and join us at the library for yoga! Melanie Simard will be our instructor.
Residing in Ipswich, MA, Melanie teaches weekly Gentle Yoga classes at the Greater Beverly YMCA, where she strives to offer the benefits of yoga in a fun and approachable way making it accessible for every body regardless of experience or flexibility.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 186:00—7:30 PMReference RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Crafty Creators
Join us each month to try new crafts. As adults, crafting and finding new hobbies can be time consuming and expensive, this group will help cut down on the costs and the time spent figuring out how to do something. We will have craft kits with instructions and all the materials you need available for a new craft each month.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 186:00—7:45 PMQuiet Study RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Ipswich R Book Club
The Ipswich R Book Group meets every third Wednesday of each month from 6pm to 7:45pm in the Conference Room on the second floor of the Ipswich Public Library. We read all kinds of books and choose the next month's book at the end of the discussion each month.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 1910:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Story Time
For children ages 2 through Kindergarten. A fun opportunity for adults to interact with the child in their care while listening to stories, singing songs and participating in large motor skill activities . Creating a wonderful sense of community, this is a great program not only for parents, but for grandparents and their grandchildren or for any caregivers who want to participate in Story Time with the children in their charge.…Learn MoreThursday, October 192:30—3:15 PMTeen RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Teen Graphic Novel Book Club
Love a good graphic novel, be it fiction, non-fiction, or biography? Join fellow graphic novel lovers and discuss the assigned book. Snacked provided. This time, we will be discussing: TBD. Copies will be available to pick up in the Teen Room anytime the library is open.…Learn More
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Friday, October 2010:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Posy Play
Posy Play is a sensory based nature-inspired program where children can activate their imagination through their senses!
At Posy Play, we believe that children learn best when they are given the freedom to explore and create on their own terms. Our classes and workshops are child-led, with parents and caregivers encouraged to take a small step back and let their child take the lead.…Learn More
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Monday, October 239:00 AM—12:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Library Closed for Staff Development
Monday, October 235:30—7:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Stitching Circle
Practitioners of all experience in the fiber arts welcome! This is a time to work on your latest embroidery, cross stitch, knitting, crochet, beading, etc. .. project and learn, collaborate on techniques, and enjoy fellowship with other crafty individuals.Monday, October 236:30—7:15 PMConference RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Graphic Novel Book Club
Love a good graphic novel, be it fiction, non-fiction, or biography? Join fellow graphic novel lovers and discuss the assigned book. This time, we will be discussing: Bloodlust & Bonnets by Emily McGovern. Copies will be available to pick up after our previous meeting on our book group's section of the Holds Shelf anytime the library is open.…Learn More24
Tuesday, October 2410:00—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 More25
Wednesday, October 259:00—9:30 AMChildren's RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Lap Sit Mother Goose
Lap Sit Mother Goose
Wednesday, October 2510:00—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 MoreWednesday, October 256:00—7:00 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Yoga Book Club
Grab your yoga mat (and a book if you like), put on some comfortable clothing and join us at the library for yoga! Melanie Simard will be our instructor.
Residing in Ipswich, MA, Melanie teaches weekly Gentle Yoga classes at the Greater Beverly YMCA, where she strives to offer the benefits of yoga in a fun and approachable way making it accessible for every body regardless of experience or flexibility.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 256:30—7:30 PMConference RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Nonfiction Book Club
Join us on the 4th Wednesday of each month to discuss a work of nonfiction. The October title is Ruthless river : love and survival by raft on the Amazon's relentless Madre de Dios by Holly FitzGeraldAbout the book:"Holly FitzGerald and her husband, Fitz—married less than two years—set out on a yearlong honeymoon adventure of a lifetime, backpacking around the world.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 2610:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Story Time
For children ages 2 through Kindergarten. A fun opportunity for adults to interact with the child in their care while listening to stories, singing songs and participating in large motor skill activities . Creating a wonderful sense of community, this is a great program not only for parents, but for grandparents and their grandchildren or for any caregivers who want to participate in Story Time with the children in their charge.…Learn MoreThursday, October 262:30—3:30 PMTeen RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Fall Meeting - Discussing Winter Events!
All teens are welcome. No registration required. In this meeting of the Teen Advisory Board (grades 6th-12th), we will discuss:- Winter Reading Events (December, January, February)- Art Programs - Check-in- Teen Candy BINGO themes- Winter & February Vacations- Teen Binge Boxes- Library of Things (items you would need/want)Yes, there will be snacks! See you there.…Learn More27
Friday, October 2710:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Phonemic Friends
Phonemic Friends interactive pro-literacy program
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Monday, October 306:30—7:15 PMConference RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club
Love a good fantasy or science fiction story? Maybe both?Join fellow fantasy and science fiction lovers and discuss a novel of one of these genres at the end of each month. Science Fiction titles will be selected for odd months. Fantasy titles will be selected for even months.…Learn More31
Tuesday, October 3110:00—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 More