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Tuesday, October 110:15—11:15 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Morning Storytime!
With any questions please contact the Children's Librarian, Mollie Surprenant, at 978-546-6934 or msurprenant@rockportlibrary.org.Tuesday, October 11:00—4:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Action Inc
Action Inc. is a non-profit organization and Community Action Agency that was founded in 1965 as part of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty. We are a member of the Community Action Partnership, a nationwide network of more than 1,000 similar agencies that are dedicated to helping people in need and eliminating poverty in the United States.…Learn More2
Wednesday, October 21:00—2:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Play & Learn Playgroup
Come join us for a child and caregiver playgroup. Learn new songs, listen to stories, and take part in sensory play. This playgroup is created for children birth- 2 years of age. This program is generously funded through Pathways for Children and the Department of Early Education and Care.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 22:00—4:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Classic Movie Matinee: Chicago (2002) (Rated PG-13)
All movies are free and open to all ages. Parents are responsible for children’s and young adults attendance and viewing at these events. The library encourages the public to bring snacks and covered drinks. Wednesday, October 27:00—8:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Meet the Author: Andre Dubus III
Andre Dubus III’s first novel in a decade is a masterpiece of thrilling tension and heartrending empathy.
Few writers can enter their characters so completely or evoke their lives as viscerally as Andre Dubus III. In this deeply compelling new novel, a father, estranged for the worst of reasons, is driven to seek out the daughter he has not seen in decades.…Learn More3
Thursday, October 34:30—5:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Friends of the Rockport Library Board Meeting
FOL Governing Board meets the first Thursday of every month
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Saturday, October 52:00—4:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Current Release Screenings: Yesterday (2019) (PG-13)
All movies are free and open to all ages. Parents are responsible for children’s and young adults attendance and viewing at these events. The library encourages the public to bring snacks and covered drinks.
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Monday, October 711:00 AM—1:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Which Craft? Circle
Work on your needlecraft project while enjoying lively conversation with similar creatives. No instruction - just a getaway for experienced crafters! We'll save a seat for you.…Learn MoreMonday, October 75:00—7:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Granite Pier Committee Meeting
Monday, October 77:00—8:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Exploring Racism and White Privilege: A Group Discussion Series
What will we be doing?We are organizing an in-depth discussion series in Rockport exploring racism and white privilege using Robin DiAngelo’s book, White Fragility, as our guide. We are planning 6-8 facilitated group discussions over the course of several months with 10-15 persons in each group.…Learn More8
Tuesday, October 81:00—4:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Action Inc
Action Inc. is a non-profit organization and Community Action Agency that was founded in 1965 as part of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty. We are a member of the Community Action Partnership, a nationwide network of more than 1,000 similar agencies that are dedicated to helping people in need and eliminating poverty in the United States.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 81:00—2:00 PMOtherRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Device Advice, 1:00
One-on-One question and answer sessions for all of your tech devices.Tuesday, October 82:00—3:00 PMOtherRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Device Advice, 2:00
One-on-One question and answer sessions for all of your tech devices.Tuesday, October 87:15—9:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Economic Development Committee Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Economic Development Committee
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Wednesday, October 92:00—4:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Classic Movie Matinee: Kismet (1944) (Not Rated)
All movies are free and open to all ages. Parents are responsible for children’s and young adults attendance and viewing at these events. The library encourages the public to bring snacks and covered drinks. 10
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Monday, October 14All DayBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Children's RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
OtherRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Trustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
LIBRARY CLOSED FOR COLUMBUS DAY
Library is closed for the holiday
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Tuesday, October 1510:15—11:15 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Morning Storytime!
With any questions please contact the Children's Librarian, Mollie Surprenant, at 978-546-6934 or msurprenant@rockportlibrary.org.Tuesday, October 151:00—4:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Action Inc
Action Inc. is a non-profit organization and Community Action Agency that was founded in 1965 as part of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty. We are a member of the Community Action Partnership, a nationwide network of more than 1,000 similar agencies that are dedicated to helping people in need and eliminating poverty in the United States.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 151:00—2:00 PMOtherRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Device Advice, 1:00
One-on-One question and answer sessions for all of your tech devices.Tuesday, October 152:00—3:00 PMOtherRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Device Advice, 2:00
One-on-One question and answer sessions for all of your tech devices.Tuesday, October 152:30—3:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Mosaic Sun Catchers
Have you ever wanted to try and create a beautiful mosaic piece? Well now you can! The Rockport Public Library is excited to announce that we will be hosting mosaic teacher and owner of Ways of Color, Leslie Doherty. Leslie has over 25 years of experience designing, creating and teaching stained glass art.…Learn More16
Wednesday, October 162:00—4:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Classic Movie Matinee: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969) (Rated PG)
All movies are free and open to all ages. Parents are responsible for children’s and young adults attendance and viewing at these events. The library encourages the public to bring snacks and covered drinks. 17
Thursday, October 173:30—4:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Public Library Board of Trustees
Monthly Board of Trustees meeting
Thursday, October 174:00—5:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Poetry Book Club: Wade in the Water by Tracy K. Smith
In Wade in the Water, Tracy K. Smith boldly ties America’s contemporary moment both to our nation’s fraught founding history and to a sense of the spirit, the everlasting. These are poems of sliding scale: some capture a flicker of song or memory; some collage an array of documents and voices; and some push past the known world into the haunted, the holy.…Learn More18
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Saturday, October 19All DayOtherRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Harvestfest Craft
Do you love fall festivals? Do you love crafting? Do you love both? Join us downtown in the children's tent during Rockport's Harvestfest and come craft!…Learn More
Saturday, October 1910:30—11:00 AMOtherRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Hay Bale Storytime
Join Children's Librarian, Miss Mollie, at HarvestFest in downtown Rockport for a hay bale storytime. Together we will read books about fall, sing songs, dance, and learn some sign language! All ages are welcome!
Saturday, October 191:00—1:30 PMOtherRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Hay Bale Storytime
Join Children's Librarian, Miss Mollie, at HarvestFest in downtown Rockport for a hay bale storytime. Together we will read books about fall, sing songs, dance, and learn some sign language! All ages are welcome!
Saturday, October 192:00—4:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Current Release Screenings: Toy Story 4 (G)
All movies are free and open to all ages. Parents are responsible for children’s and young adults attendance and viewing at these events. The library encourages the public to bring snacks and covered drinks. 20
Sunday, October 202:00—3:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Lego Club!
With any questions please contact the Children's Librarian, Mollie Surprenant, at 978-546-6934 or msurprenant@rockportlibrary.org.Sunday, October 202:00—4:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Notable Fiction: The Known World by Ed Jones
Pulitzer 2004, Nat’l Book Award 2003.
A 2003 historical novel by Edward P. Jones. Set in Virginia during the antebellum era, it examines the issues regarding the ownership of black slaves by both white and black Americans.…Learn More21
Monday, October 219:00 AM—5:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Book Sale Set-Up
Book sale set-up from 9-12
Monday, October 2111:00 AM—1:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Which Craft? Circle
Work on your needlecraft project while enjoying lively conversation with similar creatives. No instruction - just a getaway for experienced crafters! We'll save a seat for you.…Learn MoreMonday, October 217:00—8:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Exploring Racism and White Privilege: A Group Discussion Series
What will we be doing?We are organizing an in-depth discussion series in Rockport exploring racism and white privilege using Robin DiAngelo’s book, White Fragility, as our guide. We are planning 6-8 facilitated group discussions over the course of several months with 10-15 persons in each group.…Learn MoreMonday, October 217:30—9:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Sandy Bay Historical Society Program Series
Throughout the year, SBHS offers lectures that promote its mission to preserve the history of Rockport.
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Tuesday, October 22All DayBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Book Sale Set-Up
Book sale set-up from 9-12
Tuesday, October 221:00—4:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Action Inc
Action Inc. is a non-profit organization and Community Action Agency that was founded in 1965 as part of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty. We are a member of the Community Action Partnership, a nationwide network of more than 1,000 similar agencies that are dedicated to helping people in need and eliminating poverty in the United States.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 222:00—3:00 PMOtherRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Device Advice, 2:00
One-on-One question and answer sessions for all of your tech devices.23
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Thursday, October 249:00 AM—5:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Book Sale Set-Up
Book sale set-up from 9-12
Thursday, October 244:00—6:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Poetry Writing Workshop
Poetry Writing workshop for all levelsThursday, October 245:00—7:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Friends of the Rockport Public Library Book Sale Preview Night
Friends of the Library Book Sale Preview night for Friends members. You can join the Friends at the the event!25
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Monday, October 28All DayBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Book Sale Clean-Up
Book sale clean-up.
Monday, October 2811:00 AM—1:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Which Craft? Circle
Work on your needlecraft project while enjoying lively conversation with similar creatives. No instruction - just a getaway for experienced crafters! We'll save a seat for you.…Learn MoreMonday, October 282:00—3:00 PMOtherRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Device Advice, 2:00
One-on-One question and answer sessions for all of your tech devices.
Seven Guitars by August Wilson29
Tuesday, October 2910:15—11:15 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Fire Truck Storytime!
With any questions please contact the Children's Librarian, Mollie Surprenant, at 978-546-6934 or msurprenant@rockportlibrary.org.Tuesday, October 291:00—4:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Action Inc
Action Inc. is a non-profit organization and Community Action Agency that was founded in 1965 as part of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty. We are a member of the Community Action Partnership, a nationwide network of more than 1,000 similar agencies that are dedicated to helping people in need and eliminating poverty in the United States.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 291:00—2:00 PMOtherRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Device Advice, 1:00
One-on-One question and answer sessions for all of your tech devices.30
Wednesday, October 301:00—2:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Play & Learn Playgroup
Come join us for a child and caregiver playgroup. Learn new songs, listen to stories, and take part in sensory play. This playgroup is created for children birth- 2 years of age. This program is generously funded through Pathways for Children and the Department of Early Education and Care.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 302:00—4:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Classic Movie Matinee: Annie Hall (1977) (Not Rated)
All movies are free and open to all ages. Parents are responsible for children’s and young adults attendance and viewing at these events. The library encourages the public to bring snacks and covered drinks. Wednesday, October 307:00—9:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
History Book Club: Charismatic Leaders in History
The History Book Club will be Discussing Charismatic Leaders in History. What were the keys to Hitler’s, Churchill's, Mussolini's, FDR's successes? Keen perception of public moods? Oratory abilities? Character, firm ideology? Connecting to the people? How did they deploy their charisma? How could Napoleon manipulate the masses without TV ads? Why were people so perceptive to a madman in Germany? Recurring questions.Wednesday, October 307:00—10:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Board of Appeals Meeting
Monthly Board of Appeals Meeting.
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Thursday, October 313:30—4:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Due to popular demand the Rockport Public Library is excited to announce its first ever Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club has officially been formed!
Have you always wanted to play D&D? Are you already an avid D&D player? Whether you have been playing for years or are new to the game the library invites you to join our new club.…Learn More