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Wednesday, February 19:30—11:30 AMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Statewide Virtual Networking Group For 50 & Older Job Seekers
**THIS PROGRAM IS VIA ZOOM ONLY and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER**The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. 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, February 110:30—11:30 AMChildren's RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Play to Learn Playgroup
A fun playgroup for child and caregiver! Share songs, stories and sensory activities with your child.
Play to Learn Playgroups are made possible through the collaboration of the Rockport Library and Pathways for Children and funded through the MA Department of Early Education & Care Coordinated Family & Community Engagement (CFCE) grant.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 12:00—3:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Games People Play: Board Game Time for Adults IN -PERSON ONLY
This program is IN-PERSON ONLY-NO REGISTRATION REQUIREDEver wanted to play scrabble but couldnt find any one to play with in the afternoon? How about an inkling to play cribbage with a few others? Are you one who excels at gin rummy and wants to show others how to play? If you have answered YES to any of these questions, you are a perfect match for the GAMES PEOPLE PLAY at the library.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 14:30—6:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Aeschylus and Euripides - Two Greek Tragedians SHORT COURSE / IN-PERSON
IN-PERSON LIMITED TO 10 MASKED People maximum and participation in all 6-IN-PERSON classes is required. ALL ATTENDEES MUST REGISTER. Aeschylus and Euripides - Two Greek Tragedians With Very Different Worldviews The modern idea associated with the ancient Greek tragedians is that they are, “…nothing but old dead white men”; a reference to Bernard Knox's book of the same title.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 14:30—6:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Dungeons and Dragons
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. For those of you who may be unsure of what D&D is, no problem.…Learn More
Wednesday, February 16:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Statewide Virtual Networking Group For 50 & Older Job Seekers VIA ZOOM
**THIS PROGRAM IS VIA ZOOM ONLY and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER**The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 6:00pmto 8:00pm, via Zoom. 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, February 17:00—9:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport School Committee Meeting
Rockport School Committee meeting meets in the Brenner Room on designated Wednesdays starting at 7pm. For details about the Rockport School Committee, please go to: https://www. rpk12. org/apps/pages/index. jsp?uREC_ID=1895378&type=d&pREC_I…Learn More2
Thursday, February 22:00—3:15 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Civic League-Public Meeting
The Rockport Civic League is a group of citizens who plan to teach civic education by means of guest speakers.
This is a public meeting and not a library sponsored event, please contact William Tobin for details:
24 Beach Street**Rockport, MA 01966** Wtobin48@comcast.…Learn More
Thursday, February 24:30—5:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Friends of the Library Meeting
Join this group of dedicated volunteers who assist the library independent of the town's contributions!Thursday, February 27:00—8:15 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Diners, Drive-Ins, and Caribou Drives: Paleoindians at Bull Brook, near Ipswich VIA ZOOM
***THIS PROGRAM IS VIRTUAL ONLY VIA ZOOM***Paleoindian sites in the Northeast are characterized by dense tool concentrations representing discrete activities that have great potential for defining a wide variety of relationships. Ongoing research in the Northeast is directed toward defining what characteristics may distinguish large social gatherings from accumulations of smaller occupations that occurred over time.…Learn More3
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Saturday, February 4All DayChildren's RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
On Saturdays We Craft!
Come craft with us! Join us at the craft table in the Children's Room where you will discover a new craft each week! Crafts are placed on the table at 10:00am and are available as long as supply lasts!…Learn MoreSaturday, February 410:00—11:00 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Children's RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Musical Morning with Miss Kristy
Join Kristy for a musical morning filled with singing, dancing, ukulele and more! Let the magic of music help your little one create meaningful movement, vocal exploration, and a multi-sensory experience. This program is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers followed by 30 minutes of play in the library children's room.…Learn More5
Sunday, February 53:00—4:15 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
European Art Series: Sacred Symbols and Devilish Details: Northern Renaissance Painting VIA ZOOM
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. YOU WILL RECEIVE A ZOOM LINK ONCE YOU REGISTER BY CLICKING HERE**If the form on the ZOOM link is populated with a name and email, please eliminate and write your information into the registration fields.…Learn More6
Monday, February 612:30—2:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Sit & Knit Circle
Work on your knitting and needlecraft projects while enjoying lively conversation with similar creatives. No instruction is provided, but all are welcome to pull up a chair, break out your needlecraft, and join the conversation.Monday, February 62:30—5:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Exchange
Rockport Farmers Market Vendor Meeting
Monday, February 62:30—4:00 PMRockport RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Genealogy Group (Afternoon Session) THIS CLASS IS FULL
THIS PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE IN-PERSON. THIS COURSE IS NOW FULL; CONTACT THE DESK TO BE ADDED TO A WAITING LIST. Join a dedicated group of people who are interested in learning the basics about genealogy. The group is organized much like a loosely structured course with dissemination of information, videos, possible guest speakers, databases, and an opportunity to reinforce principles learned.…Learn MoreMonday, February 63:15—4:15 PMChildren's RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Monday Fun- LEGOs and Crafting
Come unwind after school with the library's collection of LEGO bricks, or create with crafting supplies. Children under 9 must be accompanied by a caregiver.Monday, February 65:00—6:30 PMRockport RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Genealogy Group (Evening session) THIS CLASS IS FULL
THIS PROGRAM IS IN-PERSON. THIS COURSE IS NOW FULL; PLEASE CONTACT THE DESK TO BE ADDED TO A WAITING LISTJoin a dedicated group of people who are interested in learning the basics about genealogy. The group is organized much like a loosely structured course with dissemination of information, videos, possible guest speakers, databases, and an opportunity to reinforce principles learned.…Learn MoreMonday, February 67:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
History of America's Kitchens VIA ZOOM RESCHEDULED to Monday March 20@7pm
This program has been rescheduled for Monday March 20, at 7:00pm, on ZOOM.
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. YOU WILL RECEIVE A ZOOM LINK ONCE YOU REGISTER BY CLICKING HERE** If the form on the ZOOM link is populated with a name and email, please eliminate and write your information into the registration fields.…Learn More
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Tuesday, February 710:00—10:30 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Preschool Storytime
Join Miss Emily for stories and songs! For all preschool-aged children, who must be accompanied by a caregiver. Tuesday, February 72:00—4:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
TUESDAY at TWO Midday Matinee
Every Tuesday at 2pm we will show a film designed to bring us back to the days of the big screen when black and white film was king and a large bucket of popcorn was 10 Cents! Enjoy classic films of Alfred Hitchcock, James Dean, Bette Davis, as well as featured films of the 60's, 70's, 80's, and today! While we would love to serve snacks and allow you to bring a drink, we will ask that you enjoy your snacking before the movie as we continue to follow Covid protocols.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 77:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
The Race To Save The World’s Endangered Languages VIA ZOOM
***THIS PROGRAM IS VIRTUAL ONLY VIA ZOOM and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED***The Race To Save The World’s Endangered Languages Around the globe, half of the 6000 languages spoken today are projected to go extinct within the next 30 years. Unsung linguists and volunteers are working tirelessly to ensure that these languages don’t disappear and erase thousands of years of human knowledge.…Learn More8
Wednesday, February 810:30—11:30 AMChildren's RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Play to Learn Playgroup
A fun playgroup for child and caregiver! Share songs, stories and sensory activities with your child.
Play to Learn Playgroups are made possible through the collaboration of the Rockport Library and Pathways for Children and funded through the MA Department of Early Education & Care Coordinated Family & Community Engagement (CFCE) grant.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 82:00—3:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Games People Play: Board Game Time for Adults IN -PERSON ONLY
This program is IN-PERSON ONLY-NO REGISTRATION REQUIREDEver wanted to play scrabble but couldnt find any one to play with in the afternoon? How about an inkling to play cribbage with a few others? Are you one who excels at gin rummy and wants to show others how to play? If you have answered YES to any of these questions, you are a perfect match for the GAMES PEOPLE PLAY at the library.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 84:30—6:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Dungeons and Dragons
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. For those of you who may be unsure of what D&D is, no problem.…Learn More
Wednesday, February 86:45—8:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Pet Loss Grief Support Group Meeting IN-PERSON--NO REGISTRATION --JUST SHOW UP
Wednesday, February 87:00—8:15 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Connecting to the Love Within Through Meditation VIA ZOOM
***THIS PROGRAM IS VIRTUAL ONLY VIA ZOOM. PLEASE REGISTER AND RECIEVE A ZOOM LINK***Connecting to the Love Within Through Meditation
Join long time meditator Eileen Carlotto as she offers this engaging workshop on how to use the practice of meditation to incorporate more love and peace in your life which in turn will have a profound transformation on your overall well-being.…Learn More9
Thursday, February 92:00—3:15 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Civic League-Public Meeting
The Rockport Civic League is a group of citizens who plan to teach civic education by means of guest speakers.
This is a public meeting and not a library sponsored event, please contact William Tobin for details:
24 Beach Street**Rockport, MA 01966** Wtobin48@comcast.…Learn More
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Friday, February 1010:00—11:00 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Children's RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Musical Morning with Miss Kristy
Join Kristy for a musical morning filled with singing, dancing, ukulele and more! Let the magic of music help your little one create meaningful movement, vocal exploration, and a multi-sensory experience. This program is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers followed by 30 minutes of play in the library children's room.…Learn MoreFriday, February 101:00—3:00 PMRockport RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Garden Club Meeting
Meeting of the Rockport Garden Club
Friday, February 106:00—8:00 PMOtherRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Teen Night at the Rockport Art Association
Rockport Art Association, Art Haven and Rockport Public Library bring you TEEN NIGHTJoin friends and make new ones (ages 12 to 15) for art exploration, pizza, music and fun!FREEArt materials will be providedFeb 10: Pop-Up Cards & BooksFuture sessions to explore murals, photography and more.…Learn More11
Saturday, February 11All DayChildren's RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
On Saturdays We Craft!
Come craft with us! Join us at the craft table in the Children's Room where you will discover a new craft each week! Crafts are placed on the table at 10:00am and are available as long as supply lasts!…Learn More12
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Monday, February 1310:00 AM—12:00 PMRockport RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Garden Club historical committee meeting
Meeting of the Rockport Garden Club's historical committee
Monday, February 1312:30—2:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Sit & Knit Circle
Work on your knitting and needlecraft projects while enjoying lively conversation with similar creatives. No instruction is provided, but all are welcome to pull up a chair, break out your needlecraft, and join the conversation.Monday, February 133:15—4:15 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Monday Fun- LEGOs and Crafting
Come unwind after school with the library's collection of LEGO bricks, or create with crafting supplies. Children under 9 must be accompanied by a caregiver.14
Tuesday, February 1410:00—10:30 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Preschool Storytime
Join Miss Emily for stories and songs! For all preschool-aged children, who must be accompanied by a caregiver. Tuesday, February 142:00—4:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
TUESDAY at TWO Midday Matinee
Every Tuesday at 2pm we will show a film designed to bring us back to the days of the big screen when black and white film was king and a large bucket of popcorn was 10 Cents! Enjoy classic films of Alfred Hitchcock, James Dean, Bette Davis, as well as featured films of the 60's, 70's, 80's, and today! While we would love to serve snacks and allow you to bring a drink, we will ask that you enjoy your snacking before the movie as we continue to follow Covid protocols.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 147:00—8:15 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Bob Dylan Revisited VIA ZOOM
***THIS PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE VIA ZOOM AND CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ON GROTON LIBRARY'S WEBSITE***Bob Dylan Revisited Travel on the road with Bob Dylan as he navigates through the turbulent decade of 1960’s. From his childhood in Minnesota, to folk troubadour of Greenwich Village, to his ground breaking trilogy (“Bringing It Back Home” “Highway 61”, “Blonde on Blonde”) to becoming the rock/poet enigma of his time.…Learn More15
Wednesday, February 159:30—11:30 AMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Statewide Virtual Networking Group For 50 & Older Job Seekers
**THIS PROGRAM IS VIA ZOOM ONLY and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER**The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. 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, February 1510:30—11:30 AMChildren's RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Play to Learn Playgroup
A fun playgroup for child and caregiver! Share songs, stories and sensory activities with your child.
Play to Learn Playgroups are made possible through the collaboration of the Rockport Library and Pathways for Children and funded through the MA Department of Early Education & Care Coordinated Family & Community Engagement (CFCE) grant.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 152:00—3:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Games People Play: Board Game Time for Adults IN -PERSON ONLY
This program is IN-PERSON ONLY-NO REGISTRATION REQUIREDEver wanted to play scrabble but couldnt find any one to play with in the afternoon? How about an inkling to play cribbage with a few others? Are you one who excels at gin rummy and wants to show others how to play? If you have answered YES to any of these questions, you are a perfect match for the GAMES PEOPLE PLAY at the library.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 154:30—6:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Aeschylus and Euripides - Two Greek Tragedians SHORT COURSE / IN-PERSON
IN-PERSON LIMITED TO 10 MASKED People maximum and participation in all 6-IN-PERSON classes is required. ALL ATTENDEES MUST REGISTER. Aeschylus and Euripides - Two Greek Tragedians With Very Different Worldviews The modern idea associated with the ancient Greek tragedians is that they are, “…nothing but old dead white men”; a reference to Bernard Knox's book of the same title.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 154:30—6:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Dungeons and Dragons
NOTE- THIS WEEK WE WILL MEET IN THE TRUSTEE'S ROOMHave 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. For those of you who may be unsure of what D&D is, no problem.…Learn More
Wednesday, February 156:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Statewide Virtual Networking Group For 50 & Older Job Seekers VIA ZOOM
**THIS PROGRAM IS VIA ZOOM ONLY and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER**The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 6:00pmto 8:00pm, via Zoom. 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, February 157:00—9:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport School Committee Meeting
Rockport School Committee meeting meets in the Brenner Room on designated Wednesdays starting at 7pm. For details about the Rockport School Committee, please go to: https://www. rpk12. org/apps/pages/index. jsp?uREC_ID=1895378&type=d&pREC_I…Learn MoreWednesday, February 157:00—8:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Millbrook Meadow Committee
Meeting of the Millbrook Meadow Committee
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Thursday, February 162:00—3:15 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Civic League-Public Meeting
The Rockport Civic League is a group of citizens who plan to teach civic education by means of guest speakers.
This is a public meeting and not a library sponsored event, please contact William Tobin for details:
24 Beach Street**Rockport, MA 01966** Wtobin48@comcast.…Learn More
Thursday, February 163:30—4:45 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rescue Readers With Cape Ann Animal Aid
Want to help local shelter animals that are waiting for their furever homes? Join the Rockport Public Library and Cape Ann Animal Aid for "Rescue Readers", a monthly program where you can sign up to read to cats, kittens, dogs, or puppies that are waiting to be adopted.
Thursday, February 166:00—7:30 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Rockport Library Movie Discussion Group
Please note, due to Valentines Day, this month's movie group will meet on Thursday February 16 instead of the romantic February 14. Join a dedicated group of passionate movie lovers as we meet virtually to discuss the film and its content. We ask that you please watch the film before meeting which may be seen on a number of platforms including KANOPY from the Rockport Public Library for free and register at https://rockportlibrary.…Learn More17
Friday, February 173:00—4:45 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Anime Club - Spy x Family
All teens are welcome at Rockport Public Library's new Anime Club! We will be watching the first two or three episodes of popular anime Spy x Family and enjoying some snacks. World peace is at stake and secret agent Twilight must undergo his most difficult mission yet—pretend to be a family man.…Learn More18
Saturday, February 18All DayChildren's RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
On Saturdays We Craft!
Come craft with us! Join us at the craft table in the Children's Room where you will discover a new craft each week! Crafts are placed on the table at 10:00am and are available as long as supply lasts!…Learn More19
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Monday, February 20All 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 PRESIDENTS' DAY
For your convenience, all items checked in upon reopening will be backdated and there will be no overdue fines or penalties.
Also, please remember that all of our digital services, such as OverDrive and Freegal are always available, even when the library is closed.…Learn More
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Tuesday, February 2110:00—10:30 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Preschool Storytime
Join Miss Emily for stories and songs! For all preschool-aged children, who must be accompanied by a caregiver. Tuesday, February 212:00—4:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
TUESDAY at TWO Midday Matinee
Every Tuesday at 2pm we will show a film designed to bring us back to the days of the big screen when black and white film was king and a large bucket of popcorn was 10 Cents! Enjoy classic films of Alfred Hitchcock, James Dean, Bette Davis, as well as featured films of the 60's, 70's, 80's, and today! While we would love to serve snacks and allow you to bring a drink, we will ask that you enjoy your snacking before the movie as we continue to follow Covid protocols.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 214:00—5:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Poetry Book Club
Meeting of the Poetry Book Club at 4 PM IN-PERSON on January 17. For more info please contact baudano@rockportlibrary. org
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Wednesday, February 2210:30—11:30 AMChildren's RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
CANCELED - Play to Learn Playgroup
A fun playgroup for child and caregiver! Share songs, stories and sensory activities with your child.
Play to Learn Playgroups are made possible through the collaboration of the Rockport Library and Pathways for Children and funded through the MA Department of Early Education & Care Coordinated Family & Community Engagement (CFCE) grant.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 222:00—3:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Games People Play: Board Game Time for Adults IN -PERSON ONLY
This program is IN-PERSON ONLY-NO REGISTRATION REQUIREDEver wanted to play scrabble but couldnt find any one to play with in the afternoon? How about an inkling to play cribbage with a few others? Are you one who excels at gin rummy and wants to show others how to play? If you have answered YES to any of these questions, you are a perfect match for the GAMES PEOPLE PLAY at the library.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 224:30—6:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
CANCELED - Dungeons and Dragons
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. For those of you who may be unsure of what D&D is, no problem.…Learn More
Wednesday, February 227:00—9:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
History Book Club: Are We Facing Fascism in America?
THIS MEETING WILL BE ON ZOOM ONLYThe term "Fascism" was first used in 1915 by members of Benito Mussolini's movement, “The Fasces of Revolutionary Action. ” Mussolini declared that it was necessary for Europe to resolve its national problems—including national borders—of Italy and elsewhere “for the ideals of justice and liberty.…Learn More23
Thursday, February 2310:00—11:15 AMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Current Events IN-PERSON and VIA ZOOM
This IN-PERSON and ZOOM program meets on the last Thursday of the month to discuss topics of interest to the group regarding current events. Meetings are anticipated to be lively, enlightening, and open to all view points in a respectful manner.
While the meeting takes place IN-PERSON and VIA ZOOM, participants MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE as there is a limit to the number of participants and ZOOM link will be supplied by the REGISTRATION PROCESS.…Learn MoreThursday, February 232:00—3:15 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Civic League-Public Meeting
The Rockport Civic League is a group of citizens who plan to teach civic education by means of guest speakers.
This is a public meeting and not a library sponsored event, please contact William Tobin for details:
24 Beach Street**Rockport, MA 01966** Wtobin48@comcast.…Learn More
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Friday, February 2411:00 AM—12:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Puppet Show with From Me to You Puppetry
Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and the gang for Puppet Story Time! Newton and his puppet friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids. At the end of the 30 minute show, the kids are invited to say hi to Newton and give him a high-five.…Learn More25
Saturday, February 2512:00—1:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
ABC's of Affordable Housing with the Rockport Affordable Housing Coalition IN-PERSON and VIA ZOOM
This IN-PERSON and ZOOM group is being presented by the Rockport Affordable Housing Coalition. The Coalition (or RAHC) is an ad-hoc, unaffiliated local group presenting facts and information about affordable housing and what that means for Rockport.…Learn More26
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Monday, February 2710:00 AM—12:00 PMRockport RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Garden Club Meeting Historical Committee meeting
Meeting of the Rockport Garden Club Historical Committee
Monday, February 2712:30—2:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Sit & Knit Circle
Work on your knitting and needlecraft projects while enjoying lively conversation with similar creatives. No instruction is provided, but all are welcome to pull up a chair, break out your needlecraft, and join the conversation.Monday, February 272:30—4:00 PMRockport RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Genealogy Group (Afternoon session) THIS CLASS IS FULL
THIS PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE IN-PERSON. ATTENDANCE FOR THIS COURSE IS FULL; PLEASE CONTACT THE DESK TO BE ADDED TO A WAITING LIST. Join a dedicated group of people who are interested in learning the basics about genealogy. The group is organized much like a loosely structured course with dissemination of information, videos, possible guest speakers, databases, and an opportunity to reinforce principles learned.…Learn MoreMonday, February 273:15—4:15 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Monday Fun- LEGOs and Crafting
Come unwind after school with the library's collection of LEGO bricks, or create with crafting supplies. Children under 9 must be accompanied by a caregiver.Monday, February 274:00—5:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Monday Afternoon Book Club: The Other Wes Moore by Wes Moore
For more information, or if you would like to join, please email baudano@rockportlibrary. org.
There will be copies of this book available at the circulation desk in the weeks leading to the meeting.
This event is taking place IN-PERSON at the library.Monday, February 274:30—5:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Modern Drama Discussion Group: Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams
Join a meeting of the Modern Drama Discussion group to discuss Tennessee Willams' play Glass Menagerie!
Monday, February 275:00—6:30 PMRockport RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Genealogy Group (Evening session) THIS CLASS IS FULL
THIS PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE IN-PERSON. THIS COURSE IS NOW FULL; PLEASE CONTACT THE DESK TO BE ADDED TO A WAITING LIST. Join a dedicated group of people who are interested in learning the basics about genealogy. The group is organized much like a loosely structured course with dissemination of information, videos, possible guest speakers, databases, and an opportunity to reinforce principles learned.…Learn MoreMonday, February 275:30—7:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Notable Fiction Book Club: Custom of the Country by Edith Wharton
Notable Fiction Zoom meeting: Monday, February 27th to discuss Edith Wharton's Custom of the Country. Meeting from 5:30 to 7:00 in the Brenner Room. Contact: lseigel@earthlink. net Email to add your name to the Notable Fiction list and you can then be sent a Zoom invite to this meeting and upcoming meetings.…Learn More28
Tuesday, February 2810:00—10:30 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Preschool Storytime
Join Miss Emily for stories and songs! For all preschool-aged children, who must be accompanied by a caregiver. Tuesday, February 282:00—4:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
TUESDAY at TWO Midday Matinee
Every Tuesday at 2pm we will show a film designed to bring us back to the days of the big screen when black and white film was king and a large bucket of popcorn was 10 Cents! Enjoy classic films of Alfred Hitchcock, James Dean, Bette Davis, as well as featured films of the 60's, 70's, 80's, and today! While we would love to serve snacks and allow you to bring a drink, we will ask that you enjoy your snacking before the movie as we continue to follow Covid protocols.…Learn MoreTuesday, February 287:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Racism & Civil Rights: A Historical Perspective VIA ZOOM
***THIS PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE VIA ZOOM AND REGSITRATION IS REQUIRED***Racism & Civil Rights: A Historical Perspective VIA ZOOMThe United States has reached a critical time as civil unrest and mass protests against racist policies become more frequent across the country.…Learn More