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Monday, December 110:30—11:30 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Homeschool Art Club
Join other homeschool families in an open-ended process art project. All ages welcome. For more information contact Emily at esouza@rockportlibrary. org or call (978)546-6934.Monday, December 12:00—3:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Bicycling Across America
Maps, directions, places to camp, weather, food sources, connection with family and friends, package delivery-what’s a cyclist to do in the pre-digital 1980s to ride a bicycle across the United States of America? Come along for the ride as Steve Parus shares his experience riding his bike solo 4500 miles from Sea to Shining Sea carrying all gear and camping along the way.…Learn MoreMonday, December 13:15—4:15 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
LEGO Club
Come unwind after school with the library's collection of LEGO bricks. Children under 9 must be accompanied by a caregiver.Monday, December 15:30—6:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Holidays And The Great American Songbook with Saxophonist, Brian Kane
Celebrate and enjoy the holidays with the music of the Great American Songbook. Hear the stories behind the songs and learn about the performers and composers of the 1940’s and their holiday classics. Songs from Irving Berlin, Jules Styne, Frank Loesser, Bing Crosby, Nat King Cole and others.…Learn More2
Tuesday, December 210:00—11:30 AMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
American Legion membership
Team meeting to increase membership
Tuesday, December 210:30 AM—12:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
CANCELED - Essex Regional Social Worker Open Office Hours
EERPHC open office hours with Social Worker, Jessie Palm every 1st and 3rd Tuesday, 10:30-12:30 PMTuesday, December 22:00—3:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Games People Play: Board Game Time for Adults
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 MoreTuesday, December 22:00—4:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
TUESDAY at TWO Midday Matinee
Every Tuesday at 2pm we show a film and the theme, genre, and decade will vary widely from week to week! Come watch a movie on our big screen in the Brenner room and bring a snack to enjoy. To accommodate anyone that is hearing impaired, captions will be used for all Matinee showings.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 25:00—6:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club: Nettle and Bone by T. Kingfisher
Join our Sci-Fi & Fantasy book club as we discuss Nettle and Bone by T. Kingfisher. No registration is required. To join the group's mailing list, send a message to baudano@rockportlibrary. org. Tuesday, December 27:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: A Charles Dickens Christmas with Bill Thierfelder
Charles Dickens has famously been called “The Man Who Invented Christmas. ” Inspired by the writings of Washington Irving earlier in the 19th century, Dickens wrote five Christmas novellas between 1843 and 1848 and over a dozen short stories between 1852 and 1866.…Learn More3
Wednesday, December 310:30—11:00 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, December 34:00—6:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Dungeons and Dragons
Teen Dungeons and Dragons meeting. For more information please email esouza@rockportlibrary. org…Learn MoreWednesday, December 36:00—6:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
ZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
CANCELED - Rockport Civic League Weekly Meeting
RCL is a group of Rockport citizens who provide civic information to Rockport citizens. …Learn More
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Thursday, December 410:00—11:30 AMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Work Opportunities Unlimited weekly North Shore meeting
Work Opportunities Unlimited provides job placement, job training and community participation related services to students and adults who may experience a disability and others who could benefit from support to reach their employment and/or community access goals.…Learn More
Thursday, December 410:30—11:00 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Stories & Songs
Join Miss Emily for a weekly story time featuring picture books and songs! All ages are welcome- caregivers to stay with their children.Thursday, December 44:30—5:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
CANCELED - Friends of the Library Board Meeting
DECEMBER 4 MEETING CANCELEDThe Friends of the Rockport Library, a volunteer organization, raises money through membership dues, donations, and book sales to support library programs and resources not covered by town, state, or federal government.
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Friday, December 510:30—11:00 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Toddler Storytime
Come join us for stories, songs and rhymes for this active and wiggly age!
For children ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers. Friday, December 53:30—4:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Music with Miss Katie
Join preschool teacher and musician Miss Katie for a fun music-filled sing-along storytime!Movement, Instruments, Songs, Stories and more!Children under 9 must be accompanied by a caregiver. Siblings welcome!Friday, December 54:00—4:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Stitch & Snack
Let's kick off the weekend with a snack and some crafting time! Bring your knitting or other craft project or just show up and we will provide supplies- and snacks. Email Emily esouza@rockportlibrary. org with questions, snack requests or food allergies.…Learn More6
Saturday, December 610:00 AM—5:00 PMChildren'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 More7
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Monday, December 810:00 AM—12:00 PMRockport RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Garden Club historical committee meeting
Meeting of the Rockport Garden Club historical committee
Monday, December 810:30—11:30 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Homeschool Art Club
Join other homeschool families in an open-ended process art project. All ages welcome. For more information contact Emily at esouza@rockportlibrary. org or call (978)546-6934.Monday, December 83:15—4:15 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
LEGO Club
Come unwind after school with the library's collection of LEGO bricks. Children under 9 must be accompanied by a caregiver.Monday, December 85:30—6:45 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Cape Ann’s Business of Writing Group Discussion
As most authors know, writing your book or essay is just the beginning of the road to publication and promotion/marketing. Cape Ann’s Business of Writing members have been meeting monthly for several years for the purpose of staying informed about all aspects of publishing and book marketing and promotion.…Learn More9
Tuesday, December 912:00—1:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Trustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Director's Community Office Hour
Have a question, idea, concern, or simply want to chat about the Rockport Public Library? Drop in during the Director’s Community Office Hour for an open, friendly conversation in the Trustees Room. This monthly hour is a chance for patrons to share feedback, learn about library projects, or talk one-on-one with Library Director Cindy Grove in a relaxed and supportive setting.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 92:00—4:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
TUESDAY at TWO Midday Matinee
Every Tuesday at 2pm we show a film and the theme, genre, and decade will vary widely from week to week! Come watch a movie on our big screen in the Brenner room and bring a snack to enjoy. To accommodate anyone that is hearing impaired, captions will be used for all Matinee showings.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 92:00—3:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Games People Play: Board Game Time for Adults
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 MoreTuesday, December 94:00—7:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Children's RoomRockport 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 - Select Board Holiday Party
Library is closed so that staff may attend Select Board Holiday PartyTuesday, December 97:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Healthier Holidays with Empty Nest Kitchen
Explore really delicious holiday dishes with Mediterranean flair to incorporate into your celebrations without feeling weighed down. Enjoy this cooking demonstration with Chef Christine Van Bloem of the Empty Nest Kitchen. Register HERE for Zoom linkPresented in collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library and Groton Library.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 97:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Inner Wellness and Peace This Holiday Season Through Meditation
Join Sangeeta Sinha, meditation instructor, as she discusses the extraordinary effect of meditation. She will also present a simple, yet powerful meditation technique that will be explained and practiced during the session. This can enrich one’s life on many levels and help with seasonal stress.…Learn More10
Wednesday, December 109:30—10:30 AMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Magnetic Introductions: How to Have Them At Hello
What’s more boring than listening to somebody drone on about their business, their bio, and their background? There’s a better way to describe the value you offer so you can make meaningful connections that lead to your next opportunity. Learn this new take on the old elevator speech, and you’ll be able to deliver a quick, compelling intro that captures attention, keeps it, and opens the door to deeper business relationships.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 1010:30—11:00 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, December 104:00—5:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Cozy Medicinal Tea Blending for Adults & Families
Anyone can make a delicious and medicinal herbal tea blend! In this class led by herbalist, Mo Katz Christy we will discuss a handful of common herbs for tea: their medicinal uses, flavors, energies, and what they add to a blend. We will smell each of the herbs and taste some as well before making our very own tea blends to take home with us.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 104:00—6:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Dungeons and Dragons
Teen Dungeons and Dragons meeting. For more information please email esouza@rockportlibrary. org…Learn MoreWednesday, December 106:00—7:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
CANCELED - Rockport Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Rockport Public Library Board of Trustees. Public is welcome. Agenda is posted on the town's website https://www. rockportma. gov/129/AgendasWednesday, December 107:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Who Gets To Fly? How NASA Chooses Its Astronauts
Ever wonder how America chooses astronauts? Why did NASA select from military aviators? How are flight assignments made? Why did it take so long to incorporate women and minorities into the Astronaut Corps? Join NASA Solar System Ambassador David S. Ball as he discusses the tension between science and flight test, political considerations, and the luck of the draw that determines who gets to fly.…Learn More11
Thursday, December 1110:00—11:30 AMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Work Opportunities Unlimited weekly North Shore meeting
Work Opportunities Unlimited provides job placement, job training and community participation related services to students and adults who may experience a disability and others who could benefit from support to reach their employment and/or community access goals.…Learn More
Thursday, December 1110:30—11:00 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Stories & Songs
Join Miss Emily for a weekly story time featuring picture books and songs! All ages are welcome- caregivers to stay with their children.Thursday, December 113:30—5:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Paint an Owl on a Branch with Pop Up Art School
Whoooo's that sitting on a branch? Paint along with Pop up Art School to create this naturalistic owl. Learn how to create wings and feathers that look textural. Finish the painting off with a sprinkling of stars in the night sky. Ages 11+.12
Friday, December 124:00—4:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
CANCELED - Stitch & Snack
Let's kick off the weekend with a snack and some crafting time! Bring your knitting or other craft project or just show up and we will provide supplies- and snacks. Email Emily esouza@rockportlibrary. org with questions, snack requests or food allergies.…Learn More13
Saturday, December 1310:00 AM—5:00 PMChildren'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, December 131:00—2:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Colorful Clay Tile Craft with Kulina Folk Art
Experience the joy of molding and shaping clay with this immersive and engaging program!
Introducing our all ages, family-friendly hands-on workshop that embraces creativity and explores various techniques! Join us as we dive into the magical world of clay this tile project.…Learn More14
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Monday, December 1510:30—11:30 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Homeschool Art Club
Join other homeschool families in an open-ended process art project. All ages welcome. For more information contact Emily at esouza@rockportlibrary. org or call (978)546-6934.Monday, December 153:15—4:15 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
LEGO Club
Come unwind after school with the library's collection of LEGO bricks. Children under 9 must be accompanied by a caregiver.Monday, December 154:00—5:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Monday Afternoon Book Club
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.…Learn MoreMonday, December 154:30—6:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Notable Fiction Book Club
Contact: baudano@rockportlibrary. org via 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. We will email out questions about the novel a few days before the meeting. This is a timely conversation and should be a good meeting.…Learn More16
Tuesday, December 1611:00 AM—1:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Essex Regional Social Worker Open Office Drop-In Hours
EERPHC open office hours with Social Worker, Jessie Palm every 1st and 3rd Tuesday, 10:30-12:30 PMTuesday, December 162:00—3:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
TUESDAY at TWO Midday Matinee
Every Tuesday at 2pm we show a film and the theme, genre, and decade will vary widely from week to week! Come watch a movie on our big screen in the Brenner room and bring a snack to enjoy. To accommodate anyone that is hearing impaired, captions will be used for all Matinee showings.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 162:00—3:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Games People Play: Board Game Time for Adults
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 MoreTuesday, December 164:00—5:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Poetry Writers Group
Meeting of the Poetry Writers Group at 4 PM IN-PERSON. For more info please contact baudano@rockportlibrary. orgTuesday, December 165:30—6:45 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Monthly Cookbook Club
Do you love to cook and bake? Want to hang out with others who do too? Come join us at the Rockport Library for our monthly Cookbook Club! Share your experiences, samples, recipes and hacks with other food lovers and cooking enthusiasts. The theme this month is: NUTS & FRUIT.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 166:15—8:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Exchange Board Meeting
Meeting of the Rockport Exhange Board (Farmer's Market)
Tuesday, December 167:00—8:15 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Great Performers: Peggy Lee with Clint Edwards
As one of America's great popular singers, Peggy Lee rose to stardom on the merits of her singing talent. We'll explore how she also developed her strong musical voice in the role of songwriter, lyricist, musical arranger of several classic songs, and pop cultural influencer.…Learn More17
Wednesday, December 1710:30—11:00 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, December 173:00—4:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
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Historical Fiction Book Club
Join our Historical Fiction book club.
No registration is required. To join the group's mailing list, send a message to baudano@rockportlibrary. org. Wednesday, December 174:00—6:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Dungeons and Dragons
Teen Dungeons and Dragons meeting. For more information please email esouza@rockportlibrary. org…Learn MoreWednesday, December 176:00—7:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Rockport Board of Trustees. The public is welcome. Wednesday, December 176:00—7:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: No Pressure Book Club
Are you looking for a book club that doesn’t put any pressure on you to read a specific book and pretend you liked it? Then we’ve got the perfect club for you! Join our No Pressure Book Club, where we get together with other book lovers to chat about books, any books, the ones we’re currently reading, the ones we’ve finished, or even the ones we’d love to read someday.…Learn MoreWednesday, December 176:00—6:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
ZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
CANCELED - Rockport Civic League Weekly Meeting
RCL is a group of Rockport citizens who provide civic information to Rockport citizens. …Learn More
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Thursday, December 1810:00—11:00 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Art & Sensory Class with Sarah Brown
Children of preschool to upper elementary age and their caregivers are invited to explore their creativity with art educator Sarah Brown. Projects are always step-by-step and hands-on to encourage sensory guidance and fine motor skills, and to help create individual masterpieces! This program is free but registration is required due to limited materials.…Learn MoreThursday, December 1810:00—11:30 AMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Work Opportunities Unlimited weekly North Shore meeting
Work Opportunities Unlimited provides job placement, job training and community participation related services to students and adults who may experience a disability and others who could benefit from support to reach their employment and/or community access goals.…Learn More
Thursday, December 1810:30—11:00 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
CANCELED - Stories & Songs
Join Miss Emily for a weekly story time featuring picture books and songs! All ages are welcome- caregivers to stay with their children.19
Friday, December 1910:30—11:00 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Toddler Storytime
Come join us for stories, songs and rhymes for this active and wiggly age!
For children ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers. Friday, December 193:30—4:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Music with Miss Katie
Join preschool teacher and musician Miss Katie for a fun music-filled sing-along storytime!Movement, Instruments, Songs, Stories and more!Children under 9 must be accompanied by a caregiver. Siblings welcome!Friday, December 194:00—4:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Stitch & Snack
Let's kick off the weekend with a snack and some crafting time! Bring your knitting or other craft project or just show up and we will provide supplies- and snacks. Email Emily esouza@rockportlibrary. org with questions, snack requests or food allergies.…Learn More20
Saturday, December 2010:00 AM—5:00 PMChildren'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, December 2010:00—11:30 AMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Town Democratic Committee Meeting
Rockport Town Democratic Committee Meeting.
Saturday, December 2011:00 AM—12:15 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Solstice Community Yoga Class with Erin McKay of Treetop Yoga
Join us for a free yoga class at the library! This will be a yoga class to welcome in the Winter Solstice for the whole community. All ages welcome!Yoga mats provided. No experience necessary. About Erin - Erin McKay's (E-RYT500) yoga journey began in graduate school when she attended her first heated power yoga class.…Learn MoreSaturday, December 203:00—5:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Pajama Movie Party with Cocoa in the Brenner!
Come in your pajamas and enjoy a nice cup of warm cocoa while watching one of the best holiday movies ever. On Christmas Eve, a young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express, while learning about friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas.…Learn More21
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Monday, December 2210:30—11:30 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Homeschool Art Club
Join other homeschool families in an open-ended process art project. All ages welcome. For more information contact Emily at esouza@rockportlibrary. org or call (978)546-6934.Monday, December 2212:00—1:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Armchair Travel To Paris (A LIVE Walk Highlighting Christmas In Paris)
French tour guide Patrick Herpe returns to give viewers a live tour of Paris. He'll be walking while ZOOMing with us to show live video of Place Vendôme, the sublime royal square built under Louis XIV and redesigned by Napoleon. The magic of Christmas will be on display, as will the luxury of the neighborhood's palaces and jewelry stores.…Learn MoreMonday, December 223:15—4:15 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
LEGO Club
Come unwind after school with the library's collection of LEGO bricks. Children under 9 must be accompanied by a caregiver.23
Tuesday, December 232:00—3:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Games People Play: Board Game Time for Adults
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 MoreTuesday, December 232:00—3:15 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
TUESDAY at TWO Midday Matinee
Every Tuesday at 2pm we show a film and the theme, genre, and decade will vary widely from week to week! Come watch a movie on our big screen in the Brenner room and bring a snack to enjoy. To accommodate anyone that is hearing impaired, captions will be used for all Matinee showings.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 235:00—6:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Art Hive: A Creative Space for Art
Art Hive: A Creative Space for Artists - 5-6:30PM, Fourth Tuesday Monthly Artist Meet-Up24
Wednesday, December 2410:30—11:00 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, December 244:00—6:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
CANCELED - Dungeons and Dragons
Teen Dungeons and Dragons meeting. For more information please email esouza@rockportlibrary. org…Learn MoreWednesday, December 244:00—7:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
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Trustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
LIBRARY CLOSING AT 4PM FOR HOLIDAY
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.25
Thursday, December 25All DayBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
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Trustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
LIBRARY CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
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.
Thursday, December 2510:00—11:30 AMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
CANCELED - Work Opportunities Unlimited weekly North Shore meeting
Work Opportunities Unlimited provides job placement, job training and community participation related services to students and adults who may experience a disability and others who could benefit from support to reach their employment and/or community access goals.…Learn More
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Friday, December 2610:30—11:00 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Toddler Storytime
Come join us for stories, songs and rhymes for this active and wiggly age!
For children ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers. Friday, December 264:00—4:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Stitch & Snack
Let's kick off the weekend with a snack and some crafting time! Bring your knitting or other craft project or just show up and we will provide supplies- and snacks. Email Emily esouza@rockportlibrary. org with questions, snack requests or food allergies.…Learn More27
Saturday, December 2710:00 AM—5:00 PMChildren'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, December 2710:15 AM—12:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Jr. - Monthly Watch Party
Join us for a Saturday morning movie!Elio, a space fanatic with an active imagination, finds himself on a cosmic misadventure where he must form new bonds with alien lifeforms, navigate a crisis of intergalactic proportions and somehow discover who he is truly meant to be.…Learn MoreSaturday, December 2712:15—2:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Monthly Watch Party, New Release Saturday
The last Saturday of each month, join us as we watch one of the new releases in our library collection. When Mary finds herself in a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble, the household grapples with the threat of social disgrace. The Crawleys must embrace change with the next generation leading Downton Abbey into the future.…Learn More28
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Monday, December 2910:30—11:30 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Homeschool Art Club
Join other homeschool families in an open-ended process art project. All ages welcome. For more information contact Emily at esouza@rockportlibrary. org or call (978)546-6934.Monday, December 293:15—4:15 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
LEGO Club
Come unwind after school with the library's collection of LEGO bricks. Children under 9 must be accompanied by a caregiver.30
Tuesday, December 3010:00—11:00 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Art & Sensory Class with Sarah Brown
Children of preschool to upper elementary age and their caregivers are invited to explore their creativity with art educator Sarah Brown. Projects are always step-by-step and hands-on to encourage sensory guidance and fine motor skills, and to help create individual masterpieces! This program is free but registration is required due to limited materials.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 302:00—3:45 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
TUESDAY at TWO Midday Matinee
Every Tuesday at 2pm we show a film and the theme, genre, and decade will vary widely from week to week! Come watch a movie on our big screen in the Brenner room and bring a snack to enjoy. To accommodate anyone that is hearing impaired, captions will be used for all Matinee showings.…Learn MoreTuesday, December 302:00—3:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Games People Play: Board Game Time for Adults
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 More31
Wednesday, December 3110:30—11:00 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, December 314:00—7:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
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LIBRARY CLOSING AT 4PM FOR HOLIDAY
Please remember that all of our digital services, such as OverDrive and Freegal are always available, even when the library is closed.
Wednesday, December 314:00—6:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
CANCELED - Dungeons and Dragons
Teen Dungeons and Dragons meeting. For more information please email esouza@rockportlibrary. org…Learn MoreWednesday, December 316:00—6:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
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CANCELED - Rockport Civic League Weekly Meeting
RCL is a group of Rockport citizens who provide civic information to Rockport citizens. …Learn More