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Thursday, August 17:00—9:00 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Biz Builders
Biz Builders meets Thursday mornings from 7-9 am
Thursday, August 110:00—10:30 AMIpswich River Park
CANCELED - Stories and Bubbles in the Park
Join Ms. Kim at Ipswich River Park for Stories, songs, and bubbles in the park. Follow the signs, we will be sitting under a tree in the shade. This event is weather-dependent. Follow "Flint Memorial Library" on Instagram for up-to-date cancellations or check our website.…Learn MoreThursday, August 14:00—5:00 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Community Service Club
For those ages 11-19 interested in providing community service. We will meet in the Study Rooms on the second floor. Our ongoing project this summer will be planning, planting, and maintaining the garden around the Town Common's gazebo. Come join…Learn MoreThursday, August 15:00—6:30 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
CANCELED - Learn to Get Around Using Uber or Lyft
Are you interested in transportation options for yourself or a family member? Do you or someone you know need help getting to appointments or events? Ride services such as Uber or Lyft may be an option for you!
Learn to use your smartphone to set up a ride.…Learn More2
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Monday, August 51:00—2:30 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Teen & Tween Podcasting
Are you ages 11-19 and want to learn how to podcast? Come to the Activity Room to learn how! We will have microphones, editing software, laptops, podcast hosting software, and mini-lessons on how to develop and record your own podcasts. Come learn how to put your voice out there! No registration required, just show up! Contact erichard@northreadingma.…Learn MoreMonday, August 56:00—8:00 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Intro to D&D
Are you a teen or tween new to Dungeons and Dragons and want to learn how to play?
Middle Schoolers and High Schools (ages 11-19) are invited to join this 5-week summer campaign meeting every Monday from July 8th to August 12th (except July 15th). This campaign is designed for people new to Dungeons and Dragons.…Learn More6
Tuesday, August 610:00 AM—1:00 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg is a Chinese tile game, the goal is to match tiles to a specific hand from the National Mah Jongg League's scorecard. Accomplished and new players are welcome
Tuesday, August 610:00 AM—1:00 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg is a Chinese tile game, the goal is to match tiles to a specific hand from the National Mah Jongg League's scorecard. Accomplished and new players are welcome
Tuesday, August 611:00 AM—12:00 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Summer Pen Pals
Summer Pen Pals will partner young people over the age of 11 with local seniors so that they can write letters to each other. During this program paper, envelopes, cards, art supplies, puzzles, and other mail-able things will be available. Postage will be provided.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 64:00—5:30 PMReading RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Job Skills Drop-In
For those ages 15-26 looking for resume review, job application support, job search help, or exploration of careers, options, and training. This is an individual program with no registration required, feel free to drop in. If you need support in these areas at a different time or have any questions, please reach out to erichard@northreadingma.…Learn More7
Wednesday, August 79:30—11:30 AMVirtual Event
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Self-Assessment ("Finding Your Why")
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 71:00—2:30 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Art at the Library: Weaving
Join us to learn how to weave your own bookmarks. This event is designed for those ages 11+. All supplies are provided and no prior experience is expected. Please register in advance. If you have any questions, please reach out to Eleanor Richard, Young Adult Programs, at erichard@northreadingma.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 74:00—5:00 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Ages 11-14 Book Club
For those ages 11-14 interested in discussing Young Adult Books. Every other week we will read another title and meet to discuss it. The books will be:
July 10th - Echo by Pam Muñoz Ryan
July 24th - The Mostly Invisible Boy by A. J. Vanderhorst
August 7th - The Wild Robot by Peter BrownWe will meet in the Study Rooms on the second floor.…Learn More8
Thursday, August 87:00—9:00 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Biz Builders
Biz Builders meets Thursday mornings from 7-9 am
Thursday, August 810:00—10:30 AMIpswich River Park
Stories and Bubbles in the Park
Join Ms. Kim at Ipswich River Park for Stories, songs, and bubbles in the park. Follow the signs, we will be sitting in the shade. This event is weather-dependent. Follow "Flint Memorial Library" on Instagram for up-to-date cancellations or check our website.…Learn MoreThursday, August 81:00—2:30 PMTown Common
Art on the Common
Young Adults ages 11-19 are invited to join us on the Common to create art together.
Art supplies including paints, paper, canvas, easels, colored pencils, scissors, glues, ceramics, yarn, knitting needles, crochet hooks, weaving looms, and more will be provided.…Learn MoreThursday, August 83:00—4:00 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Turtle Rescue League
What do turtles have to do with space? Come to the Turtle Rescue League event and learn that and so much more. This event is for ages 5 and up. Please be sure that everyone in your party is at least 5 years old.Thursday, August 84:00—5:00 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Community Service Club
For those ages 11-19 interested in providing community service. We will meet in the Study Rooms on the second floor. Our ongoing project this summer will be planning, planting, and maintaining the garden around the Town Common's gazebo. Come join…Learn More9
Friday, August 910:00 AM—5:00 PMReading RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Galaxy of Readers Summer Reading Deadline
Today is the deadline for all Summer Reading raffle tickets and the Summer Reading Topsfield Fair Prize!Kids, teens, and adults: Get your raffle tickets in your choice of prize boxes by 5pm on Friday, August 9th!10
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Monday, August 1210:30—11:15 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Family Resource Network Playgroups
Family Fun at the Flint Memorial Library
10:30 - 11:15 am
Drop-In Play & Learn Group
No Registration Required
Join the Family Resource Network for free play, songs,
stories, and a craft. Ideal for ages 18 months - 5 years. Siblings are welcome.…Learn More
Monday, August 121:00—2:30 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Teen & Tween Podcasting
Are you ages 11-19 and want to learn how to podcast? Come to the Activity Room to learn how! We will have microphones, editing software, laptops, podcast hosting software, and mini-lessons on how to develop and record your own podcasts. Come learn how to put your voice out there! No registration required, just show up! Contact erichard@northreadingma.…Learn MoreMonday, August 126:00—8:00 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Intro to D&D
Are you a teen or tween new to Dungeons and Dragons and want to learn how to play?
Middle Schoolers and High Schools (ages 11-19) are invited to join this 5-week summer campaign meeting every Monday from July 8th to August 12th (except July 15th). This campaign is designed for people new to Dungeons and Dragons.…Learn More13
Tuesday, August 1310:00 AM—1:00 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg is a Chinese tile game, the goal is to match tiles to a specific hand from the National Mah Jongg League's scorecard. Accomplished and new players are welcome
Tuesday, August 134:00—5:00 PMReading RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Job Skills Drop-In
For those ages 15-26 looking for resume review, job application support, job search help, or exploration of careers, options, and training. This is an individual program with no registration required, feel free to drop in. If you need support in these areas at a different time or have any questions, please reach out to erichard@northreadingma.…Learn More
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Wednesday, August 1410:30 AM—12:00 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Zentangle Workshop (Morning Session)
Back by popular demand, join us for a Zentangle Workshop with Jean Stewart, certified Zentangle teacher for this in-person class!The Zentangle Method is an art form. It is a process of drawing structured patterns one stroke at a time, on a small 3. 5 inch square piece of paper called a "tile.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 1410:30—11:30 AMVirtual Event
VIRTUAL: Bald Eagles On The Rise with the Mass Audubon
Please note this is a virtual program hosted by the Tewksbury Public Library that will take place via Zoom. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. Register directly on Zoom HERE. The Bald Eagle, formerly endangered, now has a thriving population over much of the country including the northeast.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 1411:00 AM—12:30 PMLocal History RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Genealogy Meetup
Come meet with others who are interested in talking and learning about genealogy. We meet in the Local History room on the 2nd floor. Wednesday, August 141:00—2:30 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Art at the Library: Sun Catcher Making
Join us to learn how to make your own sun catcher. Charms, chains, and beads will be provided. This event is designed for those ages 11+. All supplies are provided and no prior experience is expected. Please register in advance. Wednesday, August 144:00—5:00 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Ages 14-19 Book Club
For those ages 14-19 interested in discussing Young Adult Books. Every other week we will read another title and meet to discuss it. The books will be:
July 17th - We Deserve Monuments by Jas Hammonds
July 31th - Loveless by Alice Oseman
August 14th - One for All by Lillie Lainoff
We will meet in the Study Rooms on the second floor.…Learn More15
Thursday, August 157:00—9:00 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Biz Builders
Biz Builders meets Thursday mornings from 7-9 am
Thursday, August 1510:00—10:30 AMIpswich River Park
Stories and Bubbles in the Park
Join Ms. Kim at Ipswich River Park for Stories, songs, and bubbles in the park. Follow the signs, we will be sitting in the shade. This event is weather-dependent. Follow "Flint Memorial Library" on Instagram for up-to-date cancellations or check our website.…Learn More16
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Saturday, August 174:00—7:00 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Ipswich River Park
North Reading Community Coffeehouse Outdoor Summer Series at Ipswich River Park
North Reading Community Coffeehouse Outdoor Summer Series at Ipswich River Park - in the Activity Room if it rains - 4 PM to 7 PMContact:
NRCoffeehouse@gmail. com
In support of the Friends of the Flint Memorial Library…Learn More
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Monday, August 1910:30—11:15 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Family Resource Network Playgroups
Family Fun at the Flint Memorial Library
10:30 - 11:15 am
Drop-In Play & Learn Group
No Registration Required
Join the Family Resource Network for free play, songs,
stories, and a craft. Ideal for ages 18 months - 5 years. Siblings are welcome.…Learn More
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Tuesday, August 2010:00 AM—1:00 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg is a Chinese tile game, the goal is to match tiles to a specific hand from the National Mah Jongg League's scorecard. Accomplished and new players are welcome
Tuesday, August 2011:00 AM—12:00 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Mental Health in Fiction Book Club
Join Laura Miranda, Licensed Mental Health Clinician to explore and discuss fiction books where characters' mental health journeys intertwine with compelling narratives. While mental health themes serve as threads woven into these stories, discussions will go deeper into the multifaceted dimensions of the plots, character development, settings, and broader themes explored by the authors.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 204:00—5:30 PMReading RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Job Skills Drop-In
For those ages 15-26 looking for resume review, job application support, job search help, or exploration of careers, options, and training. This is an individual program with no registration required, feel free to drop in. If you need support in these areas at a different time or have any questions, please reach out to erichard@northreadingma.…Learn MoreTuesday, August 207:00—9:00 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Evening Drop-in Book Group
This group meets the third Tuesday of every month at 7pm unless otherwise noted below. For further information, please call Adrienne Callahan at 978-276-3135.
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Wednesday, August 219:30—11:30 AMVirtual Event
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -- Career Story ("Tell Me A Bit About Yourself")
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More22
Thursday, August 227:00—9:00 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Biz Builders
Biz Builders meets Thursday mornings from 7-9 am
Thursday, August 2210:00—10:30 AMIpswich River Park
Stories and Bubbles in the Park
Join Ms. Kim at Ipswich River Park for Stories, songs, and bubbles in the park. Follow the signs, we will be sitting in the shade. This event is weather-dependent. Follow "Flint Memorial Library" on Instagram for up-to-date cancellations or check our website.…Learn MoreThursday, August 225:30—6:30 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Poetry Reading
Poetry contest participants will share their poems with us. Patrons, young and old are welcome to read as well. Please email Head of Children and Teen Services librarian Kim Lambert at klambert@northreadingma. gov if you would like to read during our event.…Learn MoreThursday, August 226:00—7:30 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Zentangle Workshop (Evening Session)
Back by popular demand, join us for a Zentangle Workshop with Jean Stewart, certified Zentangle teacher for this in-person class for adults 18+!
The Zentangle Method is an art form. It is a process of drawing structured patterns one stroke at a time, on a small 3.…Learn More23
Friday, August 2310:30—11:30 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
CANCELED - Introduction to CPR for Youth
Join us for this workshop presented by Health for Humanity to grow youth's (ages 6-14) knowledge and awareness around life-saving techniques. The focus of the 45-minute workshop will be around spotting a cardiac emergency, learning the basics of abdominal thrust-only CPR, and how to help with a pulse.…Learn More
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Monday, August 2610:30—11:30 AM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
NORTH READING MORNING BOOK CLUB
The book club meets on the last Monday of every month at 10:30 AM in the Library Activity Room. Newcomers are always welcome!
Marilyn Henderson is the group coordinator.
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Tuesday, August 2710:00 AM—1:00 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg is a Chinese tile game, the goal is to match tiles to a specific hand from the National Mah Jongg League's scorecard. Accomplished and new players are welcome
Tuesday, August 277:00—8:00 PMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
An Evening with Nick Damiano
Join us for an evening with Nick Damiano as the retired and beloved North Reading public school teacher shares his personal reflections on living with Parkinson's disease while maintaining a fulfilling and rewarding life. Please register in advan…Learn More28
Wednesday, August 2810:30—11:30 AMVirtual Event
VIRTUAL: Wildflowers & Insects with the Mass Audubon
Please note this is a virtual program hosted by the Tewksbury Public Library that will take place via Zoom. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. Register directly on Zoom HERE. The end of summer is very active with lots of wildflowers and insects about.…Learn MoreWednesday, August 2811:00 AM—12:30 PMLocal History RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Genealogy Meetup
Come meet with others who are interested in talking and learning about genealogy. We meet in the Local History room on the 2nd floor.
Wednesday, August 281:30—2:30 PM2nd FloorFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Mystery Book Club
Join us as we discuss this months mystery read - The Soulmate by Sally HepworthWhat happens when love pushes you to the edge?Mystery Book Club is led by reference librarian Eleanor Martel. Questions? Concerns?Contact Eleanor at 978-664-4942 (ext2) or email emartel@northreadingma.…Learn More29
Thursday, August 297:00—9:00 AMActivity RoomFlint Memorial Library147 Park Street, North Reading, MA, 01864
Biz Builders
Biz Builders meets Thursday mornings from 7-9 am
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