October 2021

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Sunday, October 3Closed

Newburyport Public Library

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Tuesday, October 58:00—9:00 AMBartlet Mall

Yoga and Mindfulness Class (OFF SITE)

Yoga and Mindfulness Class (OFF SITE)Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining us for yoga and mindfulness practice. Registered Yoga Teachers Jessalynn Hudgins and Ree Coleman will be conducting class on the Bartlet Mall in Newburyport. This class does not require registration. Yoga mats will not be provided. In case of inclement weather, class will be virtual.
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Wednesday, October 62:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Movie Matinee: "12 Mighty Orphans" (PG-13)

Movie Matinee:  "12 Mighty Orphans" (PG-13)Please note that masks are required for the entire duration of the film and no food is permitted. Join us for our Movie Matinees on Wednesday afternoons. This week we will be screening "12 Mighty Orphans" (PG-13) starring Luke Wilson, Vinessa Shaw, Robert Duvall, and Martin Sheen at 2:30 pm.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 76:30—7:30 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Anti-Racism and Liberation: An Action Plan for Liberation- What does do the work mean? (VIRTUAL)

Raised Black Fist above the Amesbury Public Library and Newburyport Public Library's LogosThe Newburyport Public Library and the Amesbury Public Library are excited to be collaborating on a four part lecture series on Anti-Racism and Liberation. This is part three: What does “do the work” mean?
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Friday, October 82:00—4:00 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Teen Candy Bingo

Teen Candy BingoWe are celebrating the return of in-person teen programming and Halloween with Candy Bingo! Test your luck in playing three rounds of Bingo in the library with the hopes of winning 1 of 3 Halloween themed baskets we're sure you're going to love and get you in the spirit.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 9All DayProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Powow River Poets Reading: 3:00 - 4:15 PM

Logo for the Powow River PoetsThe Powow River Poets and the Newburyport Public Library are happy to invite the public back into the library for in-person poetry readings. Join us for this open mic reading.
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Sunday, October 10Closed

Newburyport Public Library

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Monday, October 11Closed

Newburyport Public Library

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Tuesday, October 128:00—9:00 AMBartlet Mall

Yoga and Mindfulness Class (OFF SITE)

Yoga and Mindfulness Class (OFF SITE)Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining us for yoga and mindfulness practice. Registered Yoga Teachers Jessalynn Hudgins and Ree Coleman will be conducting class on the Bartlet Mall in Newburyport. This class does not require registration. Yoga mats will not be provided. In case of inclement weather, class will be virtual.

Tuesday, October 127:00—8:00 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Union: The Struggle to Forge the Story of United States Nationhood (LOCATION TBD)

Union: The Struggle to Forge the Story of United States Nationhood (LOCATION TBD)In Union, New York Times bestselling author and award-winning journalist Colin Woodard describes the struggle to create a national myth for the United States, one that could hold its rival regional cultures together and forge an American nationhood. Woodard tells the story of the genesis and epic confrontations between these visions of our nation’s path and purpose through the lives of the key figures who created them.
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Wednesday, October 1311:00 AM—12:00 PMParker River National Wildlife Refuge

Stories in the Garden (OFFSITE)

Stories in the Garden (OFFSITE)Come catch the reading bug! Join us at the Parker River NWR Visitor Center for a children's story hour in the pollinator garden. Listen to stories then do a hands-on craft or take a self-guided walk to see the animals at Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm. The garden features a large stone seating area, but please feel free to bring your own picnic blanket or lawn chairs.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 132:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Movie Matinee: "Riders of Justice" (NR)

Movie Matinee: "Riders of Justice" (NR) Please note that masks are required for the entire duration of the film and no food is permitted. Join us for our Movie Matinees on Wednesday afternoons. This week we will be screening "Riders of Justice" (NR) starring Mads Mikkelsen, Nikolaj Lie Kaas, and Andrea Heick Gadeberg at 2:30 pm.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 137:00—8:00 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Bestselling Author Lisa Unger discusses 'Last Girl Ghosted' (VIRTUAL)

Bestselling Author Lisa Unger discusses 'Last Girl Ghosted' (VIRTUAL)Bestselling author Lisa Unger will discuss her latest book, Last Girl Ghosted, in conversation with bestselling author Alafair Burke, via Zoom.
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Thursday, October 143:30—5:00 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Teen Anime Club

Teen Anime ClubDo you love Anime? Do you enjoy reading Manga? Well, we have the club for you! Be a part of the library's first club, the Teen Anime Club! Join other anime and manga fans for a hour and a half of watching anime, chatting about what anime and manga series you love the most, and get recommendations from other group members.…Learn More

Thursday, October 146:30—7:30 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Fiction Book Group

Fiction Book GroupAll are welcome to join NPL's fiction book group! We read a different fiction title every month and meet to discuss it.
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Sunday, October 17Closed

Newburyport Public Library

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Tuesday, October 198:00—9:00 AMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Yoga and Mindfulness Class (VIRTUAL)

Yoga and Mindfulness Class (VIRTUAL)Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining us for yoga and mindfulness practice. Registered Yoga Teachers Jessalynn Hudgins and Ree Coleman will be conducting class virtually. This class does not require registration.

Tuesday, October 197:00—8:00 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Getting Started with Birdwatching (VIRTUAL)

Getting Started with Birdwatching (VIRTUAL)This presentation provides valuable pointers, tips, and shortcuts for an interested person to quickly get the most out of birding and to become a skilled birder. Topics covered include binocular selection, field guide options (and how to use efficiently), best approaches to finding birds (where, when, and how), and recommendations to heighten fun and lessen frustration for birders.
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Wednesday, October 209:00 AM—8:30 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Great Old Book Sale Members Preview

Great Old Book Sale Members PreviewThe Friends of the Newburyport Public Library opens the GREAT OLD BOOK SALE with a Members Preview Day in the Library Program Room on Wednesday October 20th from 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM. This event is open and free of charge to Friends of the Newburyport Public Library members.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 21All DayProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

The Great Old Book Sale is Here!

The Great Old Book Sale is Here!The GREAT OLD BOOK SALE is open! The sale will be held in the Library Program Room from 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM on Thursday October 21st, and continues on Friday and Saturday. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Newburyport Public Library. Proceeds will benefit the Newburyport Public Library collections and programs.

Thursday, October 216:30—7:30 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Anti-Racism and Liberation: Freedom Dreaming: How do we get there? (VIRTUAL)

Raised Black Fist above the Amesbury Public Library and Newburyport Public Library's LogosThe Newburyport Public Library and the Amesbury Public Library are excited to be collaborating on a four part lecture series on Anti-Racism and Liberation. This is the final presentation of the series: How do we get there?
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Friday, October 22All DayProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Great Old Book Sale Extended Hours

Great Old Book Sale Extended HoursThe GREAT OLD BOOK SALE continues with extended hours. The sale will be held in the Library Program Room from 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM on Friday, October 22nd. Please note: the Library closes at 5:00 PM for regular business - only the Book Sale is open until 6:30 PM.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 239:00 AM—3:00 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Great Old Book Sale Discount Day

The GREAT OLD BOOK SALE continues for a final DISCOUNT DAY on Saturday, October 23rd. All items are four dollars a bag from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. All items are FREE from 2:00 to 3:00 PM when the SALE ENDS. The sale will be held in the Library Program Room.…Learn More
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Sunday, October 24Closed

Newburyport Public Library

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Tuesday, October 268:00—9:00 AMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Yoga and Mindfulness Class (VIRTUAL)

Yoga and Mindfulness Class (VIRTUAL)Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining us for yoga and mindfulness practice. Registered Yoga Teachers Jessalynn Hudgins and Ree Coleman will be conducting class virtually through Zoom. This class does not require registration.

Tuesday, October 267:00—8:00 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Foster Care Information Session (VIRTUAL)

The Newburyport Public Library is partnering with The Department of Children and Families to host an information session about foster care. Is there room in your home and heart for a foster child? The Department of Children and Families is actively recruiting foster parents for children in your community coming into care. They are searching for individuals or families with the love and patience to help foster children.
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Wednesday, October 2711:00 AM—12:00 PMParker River National Wildlife Refuge

CANCELED - Stories in the Garden

Stories in the GardenCome catch the reading bug! Join us at the Parker River NWR Visitor Center for a children's story hour in the pollinator garden. Listen to stories then do a hands-on craft or take a self-guided walk to see the animals at Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm. The garden features a large stone seating area, but please feel free to bring your own picnic blanket or lawn chairs.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 272:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Movie Matinee: "Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain" (R)

Movie Matinee: "Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain" (R)Please note that masks are required for the entire duration of the film and no food is permitted. Join us for our Movie Matinees on Wednesday afternoons. This week we will be screening "Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain" (R) at 2:30 pm. Run time 1 hour 59 minutes.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 283:30—5:00 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Teen Anime Club

Teen Anime ClubDo you love Anime? Do you enjoy reading Manga? Well, we have the club for you! Be a part of the library's first club, the Teen Anime Club! Join other anime and manga fans for a hour and a half of watching anime, chatting about what anime and manga series you love the most, and get recommendations from other group members.…Learn More
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Friday, October 293:00—5:00 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

Teen Hocus Pocus and Pumpkin Painting

Teen Hocus Pocus and Pumpkin PaintingWinnie, I smell a. .. Halloween party! We are kicking off Halloween weekend with a movie afternoon and craft in the library! Join us as we watch Hocus Pocus on our large projector and paint mini pumpkins to decorate your space and celebrate the spooky weekend.…Learn More
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Sunday, October 31Closed

Newburyport Public Library