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Monday, August 12:00—3:00 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
How To Start & Grow Your Own Business with the Small Business Administration (VIRTUAL)
Learn how the Small Business Administration can assist your dream of starting your own business. Monday, August 17:00—8:00 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Virtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Bacchanalia, Murder, and Newburyport: The Great Watt (HYBRID)
This program is virtual. We will open the program room for people who want to watch Jack's presentation on the big screen, but the in person portion will not be interactive. People wanting to ask Jack questions should plan to attend via Zoom.
Come to hear a story predating colonization by the Newbury first settlers, where native peoples play a large role. It’s a downtown Newburyport history mystery, with sex, drunkenness, political power struggles, and little-known aspects of our colonial history that no one wants to talk about.
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Tuesday, August 28:00—9:00 AMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Yoga and Mindfulness Class (VIRTUAL)
Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining us for yoga and mindfulness practice. Registered Yoga Teacher Ree Coleman will be conducting class online. This class does not require registration and the link is in the event description. Tuesday, August 22:00—3:30 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Newburyport Miniatures
Join miniaturist David Vine for a presentation on his hand-crafted scale models of historic Newburyport buildings and popular landmarks.3
Wednesday, August 3All DayNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
No Movie Matinee Today
Movie Matinee will be back next week. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Wednesday, August 310:00 AM—2:00 PMAtkinson Common
Kids' Day in the Park (OFFSITE)
We will be at Atkinson Common for Kids' Day in the Park. Stop by to listen to a story or just say hi!Because we will be offsite at Atkinson Common, there is no Build Your Imagination Open Play today.Wednesday, August 32:00—3:00 PMSenior Community Center331 High Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Next Chapter Book Group (IN PERSON)
The Next Chapter Book Group invites you to join our monthly book discussion on the first Wednesday of the month at 2pm. We will be meeting at the Senior Community Center. This meeting will be held in the Boardroom. Registration is not required, and masks are optional. This month’s title is The Plot by Jean Hanff Korelitz.Wednesday, August 37:00—8:00 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Yankee Homecoming: Plum Island: A Vulnerable Gem (IN PERSON)
Local author-journalist Dyke Hendrickson will talk about his book, Plum Island: A Vulnerable Gem and show slides, including numerous aerial photos that have not been displayed in the past.
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Thursday, August 45:30—7:00 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Powow River Poets Reading (IN PERSON)
The Powows are thrilled to be collaborating with the Newburyport Library and the Worcester Poet Laureate Program, Miercoletras to present an evening of Spanish poetry and translation. Featured poets are Maria Ines Iacometti, an Argentinian Spanish-speaking poet, singer, and songwriter serving on the faculty and in administration of Universidad National de Littoral in Santa Fe, Argentina and Belén Atienza, a Spanish language poet, translator, and faculty member at Clark University in Worcester, MA This reading will be held in the Library Program Room, and masks are optional. Come early to sign up for open mic!5
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Sunday, August 7Closed
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Monday, August 82:00—3:30 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Refresh Your Interview Skills (VIRTUAL)
Receive a refresher on the key skills that are required when interviewing for any job in this information packed virtual presentation.9
Tuesday, August 9All DayProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Art History Group
Join the monthly Art History Group! We will review the life and works of one artist each month, and discuss the movements that they contributed to. No prior knowledge of art history or the artist of the month is necessary. This group meets in-person on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 3 PM.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 98:00—9:00 AMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Yoga and Mindfulness Class (VIRTUAL)
Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining us for yoga and mindfulness practice. Our weekly Zoom Yoga & Mindfulness classes are led by Registered Yoga Teacher Ree Coleman. We encourage people of all ages and abilities to participate. Registration is not required. The link is in the event description.10
Wednesday, August 1011:00—11:30 AMParker River National Wildlife Refuge
Stories in the Garden (OFFSITE)
Join us in the pollinator garden at the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge! We'll read lots of books geared toward kids ages 0-5, after which patrons are invited to do a craft and take a self-guided walk to see the animals at Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 102:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Movie Matinee: Downton Abbey: A New Era (IN PERSON)
Join us for our Movie Matinees on Wednesday afternoons. This week we will be screening "Downton Abbey: A New Era" (PG) starring Hugh Bonneville, Jim Carter, Michelle Dockery, Elizabeth McGovern, and Maggie Smith at 2:30 pm. Run time 2 hours 4 minutes.Wednesday, August 107:00—8:00 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Troubled: The Failed Promise of America’s Behavioral Treatment Programs (VIRTUAL)
Author Kenneth R. Rosen will discuss his recent critically acclaimed book, Troubled: The Failed Promise of America's Behavioral Treatment Programs, in this Zoom webinar. 11
Thursday, August 112:00—3:00 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Fiction Book Group (VIRTUAL)
All are welcome to join NPL's fiction book group! We read a different fiction title every month and meet to discuss it. Harlem Shuffle by Colson Whitehead. "Ray Carney was only slightly bent when it came to being crooked. .. " To his customers and neighbors on 125th street, Carney is an upstanding salesman of reasonably-priced furniture, making a life for himself and his family.…Learn More
Thursday, August 113:00—5:00 PMNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Plinko-Palooza! (IN PERSON)
Remember Plinko? Stop by the Library to take a turn on this game of chance. Everyone will get one play to determine which small prize they will win! We'll also have cold treats to pass out. No registration required. If the weather is poor, we will be in our large Program Room.…Learn MoreThursday, August 113:30—4:30 PMChildren's Activity RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Tween Reads (IN PERSON)
Tween Reads is a library book group just for middle schoolers who are in grades 5-8! We will meet the second Thursday of every month from 3:30-4:30pm in the Children's Activity Room. This month is free read so bring in a book you loved and want to share with the group and prepare for some good recommendations to read next!No registration required.…Learn MoreThursday, August 117:00—8:00 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Naturescaping Your Yard with Karen Bussolini (VIRTUAL)
Naturescaping is landscaping with nature – attracting and sustaining wildlife, using native and well-adapted plants, using resources wisely, avoiding environmental pollution. But it also means landscaping like nature. Nobody plants, waters or fertilizes the forest or the prairie, yet they survive – beautifully – on their own.
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Friday, August 123:00—5:00 PMNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Henna (IN PERSON)
Stop by the Library any time between 3 and 5 p. m. to get a beautiful henna tattoo from artist Mandy Roberge! Henna designs don't take long to draw but can last up to two weeks on your skin. This program is directed toward kids, tweens, and teens. If the weather is poor we will be inside the Library in our Program Room.…Learn More13
Saturday, August 13All DayChildren's RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Last Day of Summer Reading!
Today is the final day of the Children's Summer Reading Program! Make sure you use your raffle tickets in Beanstack to enter for the prize(s) you want to try to win. We will notify raffle winners via email within the next few business days.Saturday, August 133:00—4:15 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Powow River Poets Reading (IN PERSON)
The Powow River Poets and the Newburyport Public Library are happy to invite the public back into the library for in-person poetry readings. The poets reading this month are Jean L. Kreiling and Don Kimball. This reading will be held in the Library Program Room, and masks are optional. Come early to sign up for open mic!14
Sunday, August 14Closed
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Tuesday, August 168:00—9:00 AMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Yoga and Mindfulness Class (VIRTUAL)
Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining us for yoga and mindfulness practice. Our weekly Zoom Yoga & Mindfulness classes are led by Registered Yoga Teacher Ree Coleman. We encourage people of all ages and abilities to participate. Registration is not required. The link is in the event description.Tuesday, August 162:00—3:00 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
A Trip To Norway with the Traveling Librarian (VIRTUAL)
Join Jeff Klapes, the Traveling Librarian, for another of his popular armchair travel presentations. This month, journey to Norway, the Land of the Midnight Sun. Tuesday, August 163:00—4:00 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Círculo de Lectores (VIRTUAL)
¡La biblioteca lo invita a participar en nuestro nuevo grupo de lectura! El libro que estaremos leyendo es En el tiempo de las mariposas por Julia Alvarez.Tuesday, August 166:30—7:30 PMSenior Community Center331 High Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Wildlife Encounters Animal Show (OFFSITE)
Join us at the Newburyport Senior Community Center for a fun and educational program featuring several fascinating live animals! Funded by your donations to the Friends of the Newburyport Public Library. This program will be held offsite, not at the Library.…Learn More17
Wednesday, August 1710:00—11:30 AMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Build Your Imagination Open Play (IN PERSON)
Drop in for some non-directed play! We'll have various toys out to promote pretend play and building skills. This program is best suited for ages 0-5, but interested kids of all ages and abilities are welcome. No registration required. Please take note: This program will take place most Wednesdays during the summer, except for the second Wednesday of July & August (7/13 & 8/10) and the Wednesday of Yankee Homecoming week (8/3).…Learn MoreWednesday, August 172:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Movie Matinee: Mothering Sunday (IN PERSON)
Join us for our Movie Matinees on Wednesday afternoons. This week we will be screening "Mothering Sunday" (R) starring Odessa Young, Josh O'Connor, Olivia Colman, and Colin Firth at 2:30 pm. Run time 1 hour 44 minutes.18
Thursday, August 183:00—4:30 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Cookies & Coloring (IN PERSON)
What could be better than an afternoon of cookies & coloring? Join us to relax with coloring sheets, markers, and individually wrapped cookies. Please contact the Children's Room if you have concerns about allergies, as we want to provide a safe and enjoyable program for everyone.19
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Sunday, August 21Closed
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Monday, August 222:00—3:00 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
How To Use Social Media In Your Job Search (VIRTUAL)
Learn how to use social media and the web for job hunting and for building a personal brand in this virtual program. In the online job market of today, knowing the ins and outs of social media and keeping your personal brand sharp is essential. Led by Susu Wong, Principal & Chief Connector of Tomo360, an online marketing firm. 23
Tuesday, August 238:00—9:00 AMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Yoga and Mindfulness Class (VIRTUAL)
Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining us for yoga and mindfulness practice. Registered Yoga Teacher Ree Coleman will be conducting class online. This class does not require registration and the link is in the event description. Tuesday, August 233:00—4:00 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
In A Bind: Teen Book Club (IN PERSON)
In A Bind: Teen Book Club is for teens who are entering the 9-12 grade.
Looking for a book club for the summer? Look no further than NPL's Teen Book Club!
This month we'll be reading Legendborn by Tracy Deonn. Copies of the book will be available upon request.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 235:00—6:00 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Just the Facts - Nonfiction Book Group - VIRTUAL
Join us for NPL's Just the Facts Book Group! This month's pick is Educated: A Memoir, by Tara Westover.24
Wednesday, August 2410:00—11:30 AMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Build Your Imagination Open Play (IN PERSON)
Drop in for some non-directed play! We'll have various toys out to promote pretend play and building skills. This program is best suited for ages 0-5, but interested kids of all ages and abilities are welcome. No registration required.Wednesday, August 2411:00 AM—12:00 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Living with Wildlife in Massachusetts (VIRTUAL)
We share Massachusetts with a diverse range of wildlife that you may have come across exploring your neighborhood or making headlines in the news. Learn about commonly encountered wildlife such as deer, coyote, and raccoons, and their intersection with the wild and developed spaces we inhabit. Find out best practices for maintaining bird feeders and attracting visitors. From amazing pollinators to problematic mosquitoes and ticks, we’ll introduce some incredible insects and how we impact each other.Wednesday, August 242:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Movie Matinee: Minamata (IN PERSON)
Join us for our Movie Matinees on Wednesday afternoons. This week we will be screening "Minamata" (R) starring Johnny Depp, Akiko Iwase, Hiroyuki Sanada, Minami, Ryo Kase, and Jun Kunimura at 2:30 pm. Run time 1 hour 55 minutes.25
Thursday, August 2511:00 AM—12:00 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
The Gilded World of Isabella Stewart Gardner (VIRTUAL)
The life of Boston’s arts patroness typifies the lives of many of the wealthy and cultured Americans who lived during the Gilded Age of American history. We will explore the details of Isabella Stewart Gardner’s life, friends, travels and collections. Thursday, August 253:00—4:30 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Movie Afternoon: The Emperor's New Groove (IN PERSON)
What's better than a relaxing movie afternoon in an air-conditioned room? Watching that movie on a BIG screen!We'll be showing The Emperor's New Groove, rated G. The runtime is 78 minutes. Feel free to bring a blanket and a pillow if you want to get c…Learn MoreThursday, August 257:00—8:00 PMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth with Harvard's Avi Loeb (VIRTUAL)
Bestselling author Avi Loeb will discuss his recent critically acclaimed book, Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth, in this Zoom webinar. 26
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Tuesday, August 308:00—9:00 AMVirtual ProgramNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Yoga and Mindfulness Class (VIRTUAL)
Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining us for yoga and mindfulness practice. Registered Yoga Teacher Ree Coleman will be conducting class online. This class does not require registration and the link is in the event description. 31
Wednesday, August 3110:00—11:30 AMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Build Your Imagination Open Play (IN PERSON)
Drop in for some non-directed play! We'll have various toys out to promote pretend play and building skills. This program is best suited for ages 0-5, but interested kids of all ages and abilities are welcome. No registration required.Wednesday, August 312:30—4:30 PMProgram RoomNewburyport Public LibraryNewburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Movie Matinee: The Duke (IN PERSON)
Join us for our Movie Matinees on Wednesday afternoons. This week we will be screening "The Duke" (R) starring Jim Broadbent, Helen Mirren, and Fionn Whitehead at 2:30 pm. Run time 1 hour 35 minutes.