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Monday 10am - 5pm Tuesday 10am - 7pm Wednesday 10am - 5pm Thursday 10am - 7pm Friday 10am - 5pm Saturday 10am - 4pm Sunday 1pm - 4pm

Manchester-by-the-Sea Public Library

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Check out the library home page at http://manchesterpl.org/ Closed holidays and Saturdays during July-Labor Day. Open seasonal Sundays, call ahead.

06/05/2026

Do you know someone entering or in grades 6-12? Are you a Teen / Tween living close to Manchester? Don't miss the kick off for Tween / Teen Summer Reading with Henna and ice cream next Tuesday, 6/9 at 3:00-5:00PM
https://manchesterpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/wicked-good-henna-5/
Wicked Good Henna
Tuesday, June 9 at 3:00—5:00 PM
For the youth (grades 6-12): Stop by to get a splash of sweet epidermis enhancement courtesy of library fave Mandy Roberge -- and grab some ice cream, too! No registration required for this one -- just come on by after school!
MERSD

06/01/2026

Meet Local Author of "Salem Witch Judge: The Life and Repentance of Samuel Sewall" Eve LaPlante at the Hearthside Book Group
Tuesday, June 2 at 4:00—5:00 PM

On Tuesday, June 2 at 4:00 PM the Hearthside Book Group will meet with author Eve LaPlante in person at the library to discuss her book "Salem Witch Judge: The Life and Repentance of Samuel Sewall."

Copies are available at the circulation desk, through curbside pick-up, home delivery and as an E-Book on the Hoopla App. Please contact Lori Dumont at 978-526-7711 or at [email protected] for further information.

05/26/2026

Le Cine - French Movie and Discussion Club
Tuesday, May 26 at 5:30—7:00 PM

Join us once a month as we watch a French Film and discuss in either French or English. Movies will be shown with English subtitles. Feel free to bring a covered non-alcoholic beverage. We will supply the popcorn!

This month we are showing: Un couple (A couple)
Rated: Not Rated
Run Time: 1 hour and 3 minutes

Synopsis: A COUPLE is a film about a long term relationship between a man and a woman. The man is Leo Tolstoy. The woman is his wife, Sophia. They were married for 36 years, had 13 children, nine of whom survived. Each kept a diary. Although they lived together, in the same house, they wrote letters frequently to each other.

Movies are available to watch for free from home on Kanopy with a library card. Kanopy is a video streaming service that shows movies, documentaries and Kids favorites.

Registration is encouraged but not required so we can bring enough popcorn! Register at https://manchesterpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/le-cine-french-movie-and-discussion-club-3/ or call 978-526-7711

05/21/2026

Join the Manchester By The Sea Friends of the Library and the Library for an amazing annual meeting and event. You don't have to be a Friend to attend, though we hope you will consider it!
Timeline
6:00PM - Refreshments and Conversations
6:30PM - Annual Meeting and FOL Business
7:00PM - From Tiffany to Chihuly: Masters of Glass Art
Registration encouraged but not required at https://manchesterpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/annual-meeting-of-the-fol-featuring-from-tiffany-to-chihuly-masters-of-glass-art/

05/18/2026

The library will be closed on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25.

Many of the library’s virtual resources are available 24/7 from our website, manchesterpl.org/resources, but some may require a Manchester library card.

05/14/2026

Check out May's email newsletter at https://conta.cc/4wrcrs8
You can sign up to get the newsletter straight to your inbox at https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/SRmnhkM

05/12/2026

Create/Make for Adults - Bowl Cozies
Saturday, May 16 at 2:00—3:30 PM
Register at https://manchesterpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/create-make-for-adults-16/ or call 978-526-7711.
Get creative with your community!
This month we'll be making bowl cozies.... Learn this simple pattern and make your own to take home.
What's a bowl cozy, you ask? Ever heated up a bowl in the microwave and found it was too hot to take out? These practical items act as an outer layer to your bowl allowing you to hold it without a burn. And they work for cold, too!
Supplies will be provided but if you prefer to choose the pattern/color, you may bring your own. We will be using a sewing machine to make these.
You'll need 1/2 yard of 100% cotton.
This program is for adults (and teens 16+).
Seating is limited and registration is required so that we may provide sufficient materials.

05/11/2026

Join us for a comedy magic show, presented by Mike Bent! AbraKidabra! combines amazing magic, big laughs, audience participation and hilarious surprises for a one-of-a-kind, interactive experience. Tuesday, May 12th from 5:30-6:15 at the First Parish Church Community Hall. Perfect for ages 5 and up and their families.

05/08/2026

Want to see more amazing photos of Australia and New Zealand?
Join us on Tuesday, May 19 at 5:30—7:00 PM for Travelogue: Australia and New Zealand
Registration is encouraged at https://manchesterpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/travelogue-australia-and-new-zealand/
Essex locals, Mike and Sarah Dyer will share their travel and adventures "Down Under", through their stories and photography of: Australia, including Melbourne, "The Great Ocean Road", the eastern coast, and Sydney; and New Zealand's South and North Islands.

05/07/2026

Presidential Series with Doodler Heather Rogers: James Monroe (Hybrid)
Friday, May 8 at 10:30—11:30 AM
This is the last week you will be able to watch this presentation from home or at the library. Register at https://manchesterpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/presidential-series-with-doodler-heather-rogers-george-washington-hybrid-5/ for the Zoom link or come to the library to watch in person - no registration necessary.
Welcome to our yearlong series in which “America’s Preeminent Presidential Doodler”, Heather Rogers, shares facts, factoids, and fun illustrations about the presidents of these United States. This month we move to another James - James Monroe: James Monroe and James Madison are not interchangeable! It’s true. He wore knee breeches and stockings long after they were cool; the only foreign capital named for a U.S. president was named for him. Like two of his predecessors, he died on July 4. Don't you want to know more? In 2026, journey through Heather's sketchbooks as she shares some of her favorite tidbits, doodles, observations, and resurrection stories about the first 12 presidents.
This program will be recorded and all registrants will receive the recording.
This program is sponsored by the Manchester By The Sea Friends of the Library and is in collaboration with a multitude of MA and NH libraries.

Address

15 Union Street
Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
01944

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 7pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 7pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm
Sunday	1pm - 4pm

Website

http://www.manchesterpl.org/

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