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Thursday, August 110:00 AM—12:00 PMLibrary LawnIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Drop-In Craft
Drop-In Craft
Thursday, August 112:00—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 More2
Friday, August 210:00—10:30 AMChildren's RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Rogers 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 MoreFriday, August 21:00—2:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
CANCELED - Harry Potter Giant Clue! (4th and 5th Graders Only)
It's back!!Was it Luna? In the greenhouse? With the bludger?
Come in your best costume and use both body and wits in a giant-sized game of Clue to find out who killed Dumbledore!
Registration required! This library program is free and for 4th/5th GRADERS ONLY! (There are separate sessions for adults and for teens.…Learn MoreFriday, August 24:00—5:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Harry Potter Giant Clue! (TEENS Only)
It's back!!Was it Luna? In the greenhouse? With the bludger?
Come in your best costume and use both body and wits in a giant-sized game of Clue to find out who killed Dumbledore!
Registration required! This library program is free and for TEENS (incoming 6th to outgoing 12th graders) ONLY! (There are separate sessions for adults and for 4th/5th Graders.…Learn MoreFriday, August 26:30—8:00 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Harry Potter Giant Clue! (Adults Only)
It's back!!Was it Luna? In the greenhouse? With the bludger?
Come in your best costume and use both body and wits in a giant-sized game of Clue to find out who killed Dumbledore!
Registration required! This library program is free and for ADULTS ONLY! (There are separate sessions for teens and for 4th/5th Graders.…Learn More3
Saturday, August 39:00 AM—2:00 PMRogers RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Friends of the Ipswich Public Library Book Sale
Drop in and find some great books at great prices. The proceeds from our book sales support library programs and the purchase of our museum passes.4
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Monday, August 510:00—10:30 AMRogers 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, August 56:00—7:00 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
The Poop Museum
The Poop Museum, presented by award-winning storyteller and teacvher, Susie Maguire, covers the serious science of poop and pooping, and is delivered with the silliness that you might imagine accompanying a program about poop for young kids. It is the perfect combination of fun, and fabulous, fascinating facts, so that kids (and parents) never forget what they learned.…Learn More
Monday, August 56:30—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: A Plague of Secrets (Dismas Hardy, #13) by John T. Lescroart. 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 More6
Tuesday, August 610:00—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, August 611:00—11:00 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
IPS Summer Guppies programs visits the library
Doyons Summer Program
Tuesday, August 65:30—7:00 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Children's Room Photo Contest Exhibition and Reception
The public is welcome to come view spectacular photos taken by the community's children as part of the Children's Room annual Summer Photo Contest. More than 100 photos will be framed and mounted for this special art exhibit. Enjoy some nibbles and a…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 79:00—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, August 710:00—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, August 71:00—2:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Teen Movie Afternoon: FernGully
You asked for it, and Katy is making it happen!Many of you haven't seen some kid and teen movies from Teen Librarian Katy's childhood, and she is aiming to fix that. This month we will be watching and singing along to the 1992 classic movie - FernGully (G, 75 minutes) - as well as to enjoy tasty treats and pizza.…Learn More8
Thursday, August 810:00 AM—12:00 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Drop-In Craft
Drop-In Craft
Thursday, August 83:00—4:00 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
"I Survived" Book Club
Our book this month will be I Survived the Molasses Flood from the popular "I Survived" biography series. Participants will be given copies of the book to read in advance of the meeting. During our time together, we will talk about the book and the historic Boston Molasses Flood, and then see if we can create a Molasses flood of our own! Children must be entering grades 3-5 in the fall to participate in this program.
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Friday, August 910:00—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 More10
Saturday, August 1012:00—1:00 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Monthly Meditation
Join Jan Van Almkerk on the second Saturday of each month to mediate. Learn how to calm your body and mind and alleviate stress during these difficult times.
Registration is recommended, but not required.
Take a deep breath and get ready to RELAX.…Learn More11
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Tuesday, August 1310:00—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, August 132:00—3:30 PMVirtual - LiveIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
VIRTUAL: How To Improve Your Recycling Efforts
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the ZOOM webinar via email. **Julia Greene, Municipal Assistance Coordinator from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, will discuss how to cut down on waste and how to recycle correctly.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 136:00—7:30 PMConference RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Evening Cook Book Club
Looking to join a group of people who want to make new recipes and try new foods? This is the group for you! We meet monthly to try recipes from a different cookbook and eat potluck style! Registration is required. For more information and to register click the link below! https://www.…Learn More
Tuesday, August 136:30—7:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Kids' Trivia Night
Form a team of up to 4, give the team a splashy name, and see how many trivia questions you can answer! The range of questions will include popular culture, sports, science, literature, and more -- all geared to rising 3rd through 7th graders. Just as in adult trivia games, questions will be read aloud and groups will be given a certain amount of time to come up with an answer and write it down.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 149:00—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, August 1410:00—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 More15
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Friday, August 1610:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Creative Movement at Story Time
Creative Movement at Story TimeUnder Jenny Carlson’s (from High Street Studio) direction, this Creative Movement program will explore the concepts of space, time, and energy, while developing self-awareness, flexibility, and coordination. Social skills are enhanced in a fun, nurturing environment that encourages self-expression through movement improvisation.…Learn MoreFriday, August 166:30—8:30 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
CANCELED - Summer Movie Series
Embark on an cinematic journey this summer at the library with our nostalgic movie series. From action-packed adventures to heartwarming comedies, immerse yourself in a world of entertainment of movies from the 1980s to Early 2000s. Join us for an unforgettable summer of popcorn, laughter, and blockbuster hits at your local library!**Please note: For all movies beginning or ending at least 30 minutes after regular library hours, the registration will close 5pm the night prior to the showing.…Learn More17
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Monday, August 1910:00—10:30 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Phonemic Friends
Phonemic Friends is an interactive pre-literacy program for caregivers with children. Best for ages 3 to 5 -year-olds and really helpful for rising Kindergarten students. Together, we will practice important early literacy, language and articulation skills through stories, songs and activities for young children and their caregivers to use together! Program will be provided by a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 2010:00—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, August 206:30—7:45 PMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Tuesday Night Book Group
All are welcome to join lively discussions of books selected annually by regular participants. Readers are welcome to sit in on a session to meet the group. We meet the third Tuesday of every month in the Collins Room, Ipswich Library, from 6:30-7:45 PM.…Learn More21
Wednesday, August 219:00—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, August 2110:00—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, August 216:00—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 Quiet Study 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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Friday, August 2310:00—10:30 AMRogers 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 MoreFriday, August 2310:00—11:00 AMCollins Meeting RoomIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
CBS Meteorologist Jason Mikell visits
meteorologist Jason Mikell visitsFriday, August 235:00—7:00 PMLibrary LawnIpswich Public Library25 North Main Street, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA, 01938
Mushroom Foraging with Jana Harris
More information to comeBack by popular demand: Join Jana Harris for mushroom foraging in a local wooded area TBDSpace is limited registration will begin August 1st
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Wednesday, August 286:00—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, August 286:30—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.
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