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Wednesday, January 1Library Closed
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Thursday, January 27:00—8:30 PMStudy RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Book Babble: "Legend" (Ages 12-18)
If you’re a fan of books and just can’t stop talking about the last one you read, Book Babble is the group for you.
If you'd like us to put each month's book on hold for you, please fill out this form: https://forms. gle/o6pyJ8tJBRKJ3Q6d8.
This month we'll be reading Legend by Marie Lu.…Learn More3
Friday, January 310:00—11:30 AMFireplace RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
English Conversation Group
This group is for intermediate to advanced English learners to get together and practice their speaking skills. 4
Saturday, January 410:00—11:00 AMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Sensory Saturday (Ages 18 mos.-3 )
This program gives our young patrons a variety of fun ways to explore their tactile world. If your plans change after you register and you won’t be able to come to the program, please have the courtesy to cancel your registration so that children on the waiting list can take your place.…Learn More5
Sunday, January 5Library Closed
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Monday, January 66:30—8:00 PMZoom
Friends of the Nevins Library Monthly Meeting
The Friends of the Library Monthly Meeting to plan activities, programs, and fundraisers to support the Nevins Library.
This meeting will be held on ZOOM. To get a link to attend the meeting please email Krista McLeod at kmcleod@nevinslibrary. org&n…Learn More7
Tuesday, January 711:00—11:45 AMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Sprouting Scientists (Ages 3-5)
Your young children will enjoy stories and hands-on activities that show them how fun and intriguing science can be. If your plans change after you register and you won’t be able to come to the program, please have the courtesy to cancel your registration so that children on the waiting list can take your place.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 71:00—3:00 PMGreat HallNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Mah Jongg
Let's play Mah Jongg! We're bringing this popular game back to the library, on the first Tuesday of the month at 1pm.
Not sure how to play? Maybe it has been awhile? Don't worry! This is a friendly game, and we'll do out best to match up people with similar skill levels.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 76:30—7:15 PMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Create, Explore & More: Snow! (Ages 9-12)
This monthly program offers various activities to keep kids thinking, creating, and having fun. In January we’ll celebrating this (hopefully) snowy season. If your plans change after you register and you won’t be able to come to the program, please have the courtesy to cancel your registration so that children on the waiting list can take your place.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 77:00—8:00 PMZoom
Keep This, Toss That for a Clutter-Free New Year
If you can’t open your drawers, if clutter topples out of closets and paperwork covers your tabletops, then log on for this de-cluttering comedy show! New year, fresh start: join Organizing Humorist and bestselling author Jamie Novak as she shares her laugh-out-loud funny approach for what to do with all the stuff – without getting overwhelmed.…Learn More8
Wednesday, January 83:00—4:00 PMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Teen Arts & Crafts Club (Ages 12-18)
Create your own art or take home a craft! This teens arts and crafts club gives you the chance to express your creative side. Please use a personal email address, not a school-issued email, when registering. Due to your school's network security settings, we are unable to contact people who use school-issued email addresses.Wednesday, January 86:30—8:30 PMTrustees' RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Adult Scrabble Club
Attention wordsmiths! The Nevins Library Adult Scrabble Club is back for another round of wordplay. Join us for a fun night of scrabble. All competition levels are welcome.
The Adult Scrabble Club will meet every other Wednesday in the Trustees Room from 6:30-8:30pm.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 87:00—8:30 PMStudy RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Noche de Libros, Tertulia y Café: Club de Libros en Español
¡Bienvenidos al Club de Lectura Mensual! Nos reunimos el primer miércoles de cada mes para sumergirnos en las páginas de libros fascinantes y explorar juntos nuevos mundos literarios. Diseñado para adultos de 18 años en adelante, nuestro club ofrece una experiencia enriquecedora para todos los amantes de la lectura.…Learn More9
Thursday, January 99:30—10:00 AMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
On the Move! (Ages 18 mos.-5)
Not quite a storytime, not quite a dance party — but the best of both! Bring your active little ones to listen to a story and then dance, hop, spin, and shake off some of that energy!
No registration is required.Thursday, January 93:00—5:00 PMStudy RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
LGBTQ+ Book Discussion Group
The Nevins Library LGBTQ group is open to any adult (18+) who is interested in reading quality fiction, non-fiction and biography on LGBTQ topics and themes or by gay/lesbian authors.
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In January the group will be watching a Documentary Movie: Will & HarperAn American documentary film directed by Josh Greenbaum and following Will Ferrell and Harper Steele as the duo made a 17-day road trip across the United States, latter having recently completed a gender transition.…Learn MoreThursday, January 93:15—5:00 PMTrustees' RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Aspiring Writers' Club
Do you have a story inside you that you'd like to write down? Have you already written something that you'd like others to read?
Have you dreamed of writing the Great American Novel, and are looking for like-minded folks? Join other aspiring authors for this writing club.…Learn MoreThursday, January 97:00—8:00 PMStudy RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Teen Gaming Club (Ages 12-18)
Come learn some new board and card games, or play a familiar favorite! The Nintendo Switch will also be available to play. Different games will be available each month for you to try out!Please use a personal email address, not a school-issued email, when registering.…Learn MoreThursday, January 97:00—9:00 PMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Thursday Evening Book Discussion Group
Fall Series: A Hundred Years of the Pulitzer Prize: Part Two
Let's explore some of the most lauded American books. The Pulitzer Prizes were established just after the First World War, and while our tastes have changed, and the prizes have evolved, do the prize winners stand the test of time? We will read one title from each decade of the 20th and early 21st centuries.…Learn More10
Friday, January 109:30—10:00 AMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Books & Bubbles (Ages infant-18 mos.)
What do little ones love? Books! What else do they love? Bubbles! This language-enrichment program features fun songs and fingerplays, stories, and everyone’s favorite finale: bubbles! No registration is required, and big brothers and sisters can also attend.Friday, January 1010:00—11:30 AMFireplace RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
English Conversation Group
This group is for intermediate to advanced English learners to get together and practice their speaking skills. 11
Saturday, January 1110:00—10:45 AMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Donuts with Grown-Ups: Wolf Moon (Ages 3-8)
Children and their adult caregivers (parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, mentors) are invited to this tasty storytime — not only to listen to stories and make a craft, but also to enjoy donuts!
If your plans change after you register and you won’t be able to come to the program, please have the courtesy to cancel your registration so that children on the waiting list can take your place.…Learn MoreSaturday, January 1111:00 AM—1:00 PMStudy RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Board and Brewed (20s and 30s)
Come for the coffee or tea, stay for the games! Bring your own board game or borrow one of the library's for this meetup for new adults. This program is part of the New Adult initiative and is for people ages 20-39. 12
Sunday, January 12Library Closed
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Monday, January 131:00—2:00 PMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Homeschool Hub: Leonardo da Vinci (Ages 5-10)
Come to the library to connect with other homeschoolers and explore a different topic each month, including a fun hands-on learning activity. If your plans change after you register and you won’t be able to come to the program, please have the courtesy to cancel your registration so that children on the waiting list can take your place.…Learn MoreMonday, January 137:00—9:00 PMTrustees' RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
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Stranger than Fiction Book Group
Stranger than Fiction is a book club specifically for those who enjoy reading Non-Fiction. New members are always welcome!!
January's Book is Maybe You Should Talk to Someone: A Therapist, HER therapist, and Our Lives Revealed by Lori GottliebThe national advice columnist presents a behind-the-scenes tour of a therapist's world from the perspective of both a patient and a psychotherapist who found answers in her client's journeys.…Learn More14
Tuesday, January 144:00—5:30 PMStudy RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Teen Anime Club (Ages 13-18)
If you are a fan of anime, or just curious about it, this is the club for you. Come to watch and discuss your favorite anime, draw manga, or just hang out!Please use a personal email address, not a school-issued email, when registering. Due to your school's network security settings, we are unable to contact people who use school-issued email addresses.Tuesday, January 147:00—8:30 PMTrustees' RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
WORDS Book Group
This book group focuses on authors and stories that explore diverse and underrepresented voices and experiences.
This month we are discussing "The Widows of Malabar Hill" by Sujata Massey. A little about the book:Bombay, 1921: Perveen Mistry, the daughter of a respected Zoroastrian family, has just joined her father's law firm, becoming one of the first female lawyers in India.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 147:00—8:00 PMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Creative Outlet: Crafting with Samm and Sue
The Creative Outlet Group will meet each month to explore different art mediums and design wonderful creations of their own. Check out the list of upcoming themes our website, and register for one meeting, or register for all the meetings!January's theme is Scrap-booking/Journaling This program is for adults.15
Wednesday, January 159:30—10:00 AMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Books & Bubbles (Ages infant-18 mos.)
What do little ones love? Books! What else do they love? Bubbles! This language-enrichment program features fun songs and fingerplays, stories, and everyone’s favorite finale: bubbles! No registration is required, and big brothers and sisters can also attend.Wednesday, January 151:00—2:30 PMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Wednesday Afternoon Book Group
The Wednesday Afternoon Book Group meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 1 pm, and new members are always welcome. This month we will be discussing "What Happened to Ruthy Ramirez" by Claire Jimenez. A little about the book:The Ramirez women of Staten Island orbit around absence.…Learn More16
Thursday, January 166:00—7:00 PMGreat HallNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Drop-in Tech Help
Need help with your laptop, phone, tablet, e-reader, or have another technology-related question?
Bring your devices and your questions! We'll do our best to answer them, and if we can't, we'll look for answers and learn alongside you.
No registration is required.…Learn MoreThursday, January 167:00—9:00 PMTrustees' RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Forever Youngish Book Club
This book group is for adults who enjoy reading and talking about young adult literature.
This month we will be reading No One Left but You by Tash McAdams
When seventeen-year-old trans guy Max meets Gloss, he loses himself in an all-consuming relationship, but after his ex-summer romance turned bully turns up dead and Gloss takes the blame, Max veers dangerously close to being implicated as he desperately tries to uncover the truth.…Learn More17
Friday, January 1710:00—11:30 AMFireplace RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
English Conversation Group
This group is for intermediate to advanced English learners to get together and practice their speaking skills. Friday, January 1710:00—10:45 AMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Imagine That! (Ages 2-5)
Bring your kids to enjoy stories and lots of imaginative play — a fun program that fosters creativity and collaboration!If your plans change after you register and you won’t be able to come to the program, please have the courtesy to cancel your registration so that children on the waiting list can take your place.…Learn More18
Saturday, January 1810:00—10:30 AMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Books & Bubbles (Ages infant-18 mos.)
What do little ones love? Books! What else do they love? Bubbles! This language-enrichment program features fun songs and fingerplays, stories, and everyone’s favorite finale: bubbles! No registration is required, and big brothers and sisters can also attend.Saturday, January 182:00—3:00 PMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Boredom Busters: Slime (Ages 6-9)
Kids can’t complain about having “nothing to do” on the Saturdays when we offer this program — just sign them up to enjoy a different activity each month! In January we'll whip a batch of homemade slime. If your plans change after you register and you won’t be able to come to the program, please have the courtesy to cancel your registration so that children on the waiting list can take your place.…Learn More19
Sunday, January 19Library Closed
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Monday, January 20Library Closed
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Tuesday, January 214:00—6:00 PMStudy RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Teen Movie Club (Ages 13-18)
If you love movies, this is the club for you! Come to watch and talk about movies. Club members will get to choose the movie during the meeting. Please use a personal email address, not a school-issued email, when registering. Due to your school's network security settings, we are unable to contact people who use school-issued email addresses.Tuesday, January 216:30—7:15 PMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Family Storytime: Peace (Ages 3-8)
In honor of the ideals of Martin Luther King, Jr. , we’ll be reading stories and making a craft about peace.
If your plans change after you register and you won’t be able to come to the program, please cancel your registration so that children on the waiting list can take your place.…Learn More22
Wednesday, January 226:30—8:30 PMTrustees' RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Adult Scrabble Club
Attention wordsmiths! The Nevins Library Adult Scrabble Club is back for another round of wordplay. Join us for a fun night of scrabble. All competition levels are welcome.
The Adult Scrabble Club will meet every other Wednesday in the Trustees Room from 6:30-8:30pm.…Learn More23
Thursday, January 239:30—10:00 AMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Books & Bubbles (Ages infant-18 mos.)
What do little ones love? Books! What else do they love? Bubbles! This language-enrichment program features fun songs and fingerplays, stories, and everyone’s favorite finale: bubbles! No registration is required, and big brothers and sisters can also attend.Thursday, January 233:00—4:30 PMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Learn How to Change Your Name with the Social Security Office
Learn how to change your name with the Social Security Office. A representative from the Social Security Office will put on a presentation explaining everything you need to do to change your name. Learn what documentation you need, and what steps you need to take, to legally change your name.…Learn MoreThursday, January 237:00—8:00 PMZoom
Authors Event: Scott Turow & Alafair Burke
Bestselling authors Scott Turow (Presumed Guilty) and Alafair Burke (The Note) will discuss their newest thrillers, in conversation with Dwyer Murphy, editor-in-chief of CrimeReads, in this installment of "Author Hour in Massachusetts. "Register for Authors Event: Scott Turow & Alafair Burke via Zoom hereThis virtual program is offered in collaboration with Tewksbury Public Library.…Learn More24
Friday, January 2410:00—11:30 AMFireplace RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
English Conversation Group
This group is for intermediate to advanced English learners to get together and practice their speaking skills. 25
Saturday, January 252:00—3:45 PMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Story to Screen (Ages 6-12)
Join us for monthly movies based on popular children’s books — and talk about which versions you prefer!If your plans change after you register and you won’t be able to come to the program, please have the courtesy to cancel your registration so that children on the waiting list can take your place.…Learn More26
Sunday, January 26Library Closed
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Monday, January 276:30—7:00 PMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Stories & Songs (Ages infant-5)
Here's an entertaining program that gives families an evening option for their young children -- come join us for stories, music, and fun! No registration is required.28
Tuesday, January 286:00—7:00 PMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
History Unlocked: Animals of the Ice Age (Ages 8-12)
Our new “Unlocked” series will take a deep dive into a variety of fascinating topics and will include fun hands-on experiences. This month we’ll learn about the amazing animals who lived during the Ice Age.
If your plans change after you register and you won’t be able to come to the program, please have the courtesy to cancel your registration so that children on the waiting list can take your place.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 286:30—7:30 PMGreat HallNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Author Event : Ted Reinstein
Join us as journalist & author Ted Reinstein condenses his countless travels into a single labor of love. His book about a journey through the heart and soul of New England, meeting the most memorable people - and their unlikely stories - all along the way.…Learn More29
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Friday, January 319:30—10:00 AMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
On the Move! (Ages 18 mos.-5)
Not quite a storytime, not quite a dance party — but the best of both! Bring your active little ones to listen to a story and then dance, hop, spin, and shake off some of that energy!
No registration is required.Friday, January 3110:00—11:30 AMFireplace RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
English Conversation Group
This group is for intermediate to advanced English learners to get together and practice their speaking skills. Friday, January 311:00—2:30 PMGarden RoomNevins Library305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
Gathering About Books
This is not your average book group!
We are still sociable, but, you don’t have to be a senior to join us. (You do have to be an adult). Read whatever interests you. Then come to a meeting and share your thoughts with the group. We also talk about any activities, trips, concerts, etc.…Learn MoreFriday, January 317:00—8:00 PMZoom
Author Event: Grady Hendrix
Bestselling author Grady Hendrix will discuss his new horror novel, Witchcraft for Wayward Girls, in this installment of "Author Hour in Massachusetts. "Register for Author Event: Grady Hendrix via Zoom hereThis virtual program is offered in collaboration with Tewksbury Public Library.…Learn More