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Wednesday, October 110:30—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, October 12:00—3:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Games People Play: Board Game Time for Adults
Ever wanted to play scrabble but couldn't 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, October 14:00—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 More2
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Friday, October 310:30—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, October 33:30—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, October 34:00—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 MoreFriday, October 34:00—4:45 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Taylor Swift Life of a Showgirl Album Release Party
Let's listen to the new Taylor Swift record and make some bracelets! Under 9 must be accompanied by a caregiver.4
Saturday, October 410:00 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, October 41:00—3:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Halloween Costume Swap Shop
Do your kids (or you!) have costumes you've outgrown? Pass them on and find something new at this fun new event! Let's all make celebrating Halloween a little less spendy and more eco-friendly. Please bring clean items in good condition. Just dropping off or picking up costumes is fine.…Learn More5
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Monday, October 610:00 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, October 610:30—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, October 62:00—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 MoreMonday, October 63:15—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, October 64:00—5:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Garden Club Horticultural meeting
Rockport Garden Club Horticultural meeting
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Tuesday, October 72:00—4:30 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, October 75:30—6:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Meditation for Stress Reduction
The scientific community has recently been exploring the use of meditation as a healing modality. Join Eileen Carlotto, long-time meditator as she discusses the extraordinary effect of meditation to reduce stress-related responses, improve concentration, and enhance clarity of thought and mental equilibrium.…Learn More8
Wednesday, October 89:30—10:30 AMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: JOB SEARCH HELP - The Truth About Hiring Systems
Discover the truth about different hiring systems. Learn how applicant tracking systems (ATS) really work. Explore how artificial intelligence has impacted the hiring process. And remember not to stress too much about these technologies and focus most on accentuating your own strengths to potential employers.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 810:30—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, October 82:00—3:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Games People Play: Board Game Time for Adults
Ever wanted to play scrabble but couldn't 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, October 84:00—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, October 86:00—6:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
ZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Civic League Weekly Meeting
RCL is a group of Rockport citizens who provide civic information to Rockport citizens. Everyone is welcome. For those who can't join us in the library, here is the Zoom info:
Topic: Rockport Civic League
Time: Oct 8, 2025 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 97:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Victorian Sentiments - Gravestone Art and Symbol
Historian Dennis Picard will offer a presentation on the art and symbolism found on early gravestones in New England and in Wayland. From weeping willows, roses, and clasped hands, to scrolls, urns, and roses, find out how the Victorian era’s sentimentality was reflected in the graveyard.…Learn More10
Friday, October 1010:30—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, October 104:00—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 More11
Saturday, October 1110:00 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 More12
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Monday, October 13All 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 INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' 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.
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Tuesday, October 1410:15 AM—1:45 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Halloween Pop-up Movies!
Join us in kicking off the Halloween season with the showing of the following Family Friendly Spooky movies:10:15: Scooby Doo12:15: Casper
Tuesday, October 142:00—4:30 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, October 142:00—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 MoreTuesday, October 142:00—3:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Armchair Travel To Iceland
Professional traveler Chris McCormack returns to talk about his experiences traveling through Iceland. Not only will he share his stories but also, useful apps, websites, and the different options you have to explore Iceland. For such a small island, this country has an incredible amount of experiences to offer, no matter the season.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 145:30—6:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Open Mic at the Library!
Bring your poetry, spoken word, short stories, acapella songs or an acoustic instrument you would like to share with a like-hearted crowd. You will have a microphone, keyboard provided, and you will feel encouraged to share a 5 minute set. …Learn MoreTuesday, October 147:00—8:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Sandy Bay Historical Society Meeting - The Gypsies of Dogtown and Old World Witchcraft
The Gypsies of Dogtown and Old World WitchcraftTuesday, October 147:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Meditation - A Tool for Stress Reduction and a Healthier Lifestyle
Join Arlene Samsel, longtime meditator, for this lively and engaging workshop. Meditation can bring about a sense of calm and balance that benefits both your physical and emotional being. There will be a chance to try this technique during the session.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 147:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Mysterious Massachusetts with Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe
Every state has its ghost stories, but no other state has the Dover Demon or the Salem Witch Trials. From sea-side ghosts, to UFOs over the Berkshires, Massachusetts has a rich history of paranormal legend, odd events, and strange denizens. Explore some of the most famous of Massachusetts paranormal, cryptozoological, and plain weird incidents throughout the state’s history.…Learn More15
Wednesday, October 1510:30—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, October 153:00—4:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
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, October 154:00—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, October 156:00—7:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
CANCELED - 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 More16
Thursday, October 167:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: The Poetic and Musical Genius of Taylor Swift
Harvard professor Stephanie Burt will deliver a fascinating presentation based on her brand new book, "Taylor's Version: The Poetic and Musical Genius of Taylor Swift. " Burt, who is a poet and literary scholar, will offer an insightful and heartfelt critical appreciation of Taylor Swift, her body of work, and the community that her art has fostered.…Learn More17
Friday, October 1710:30—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, October 1710:30 AM—12:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Garden Club Horticulture Committee.
Rockport Garden Club Horticulture Committee.
Friday, October 173:30—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, October 174:00—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 More18
Saturday, October 1810:00 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, October 181:00—2:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
The Song of the Stone with David Helfant of Breaking Stones Masonry
From stone age to Cape Ann granite, learn about the history of granite and the many traits passed down through the masons of Cape Ann. Learn from David Helifant of Breaking Stones Masonry how he procured and carved our new granite sign. David’s exceptional craftsmanship has resulted in something timeless, a piece that reflects the rich heritage of Rockport while symbolizing the strength and pride of our community.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 182:30—4:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
The Last of the Right Whales: Film Screening
The documentary "The Last of the Right Whales" tells the story of the North Atlantic right whale, one of Earth’s most critically endangered whale species. Right whales call the east coast of the United States their home, meaning they are ours to protect – and right now, they once again face extinction.…Learn More19
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Monday, October 2010:30—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, October 203:15—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, October 204:00—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, October 204:30—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 MoreMonday, October 207:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Taylor Swift Style - Fashion Through The Eras
Author Sarah Chapelle will deliver a fascinating presentation based on her recent bestselling book, Taylor Swift Style: Fashion Through the Eras. For Taylor Swift, fashion and music go hand-in-hand -- each playing a powerful role in shaping the narrative of this generation’s most prolific storyteller.…Learn More21
Tuesday, October 212:00—4:30 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, October 212:00—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 MoreTuesday, October 214:00—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, October 215:30—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 for October is PUMPKIN.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 216:15—8:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Exchange Board Meeting
Meeting of the Rockport Exhange Board (Farmer's Market)
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Wednesday, October 229:30—10:30 AMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: JOB SEARCH HELP - Structure Your Job Search For Results
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the process of finding a job? Is your current job search not going as quickly as planned? Discover tips on structuring your job search to not only gain momentum toward your next role but also feel confident about your progress.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 2210:30—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, October 224:00—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, October 226:00—7:00 PMRockport RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. Open to the public. The agenda can be found under the town's posted meetings. Wednesday, October 226:00—6:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
ZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Civic League Weekly Meeting
RCL is a group of Rockport citizens who provide civic information to Rockport citizens. Everyone is welcome to join us in the library. For members who can't make it to the library, here is the Zoom info:
Topic: Rockport Civic League
Time: Oct 22, 2025 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
https://us02web.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 2310:00—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
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Friday, October 2410:30—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, October 243:30—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, October 244:00—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 More25
Saturday, October 2510:00 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, October 2510:00—11:30 AMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Town Democratic Committee Meeting
Rockport Town Democratic Committee Meeting.
Saturday, October 2511:30 AM—1:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Sculpt Clay Candy Corn with Pop Up Art School
Learn how to sculpt and paint two whimsical candy corn figurines using air dry clay. Create your own unique candy corn characters – like a witch, ghost, mummy or any creature you can imagine! Finish your pieces with colorful acrylic paints before you leave the program.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 2511:45 AM—12:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Jr. - Monthly Watch Party
Join us for a Saturday festive morning movie for young children! Movie Details:Costumes, chocolate, this classic special-few things just say Halloween. In this adventure, Charlie Brown gets ready for a party, while Snoopy focuses on the Red Baron.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 251:00—2:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Monthly Watch Party
For this last-Saturday-of-the-month movie, we have decided to show a classic spooky film for Halloween. MOVE DETAILS:The whodunit board game comes to life as guests are invited to a swanky mansion to learn who is blackmailing them. 1985, PG, 1h 34 m26
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Monday, October 279:30 AM—12:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Garden Club Board meeting
Rockport Garden Club Board meeting
Monday, October 2710:30—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, October 273:15—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.28
Tuesday, October 2811:00 AM—1:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Garden Club meeting
Meeting of the Rockport Garden Club
Tuesday, October 282:00—4:30 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, October 282:00—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 MoreTuesday, October 285:00—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-UpTuesday, October 285:00—6:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club: The Buffalo Hunter Hunter
Join our Sci-Fi & Fantasy book club as we discuss The Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham Jones. No registration is required. To join the group's mailing list, send a message to baudano@rockportlibrary. org. Tuesday, October 287:00—7:45 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Gratitude Journaling and Meditation Workshop with Amy Rutledge
This fun, active, and experiential workshop introduces attendees to the mindfulness practice of Gratitude Journaling. We explore various techniques of journaling and how the influence of writing with gratitude can produce numerous benefits to our mental, emotional and physical health.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 287:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Human-ish--Why We Humanize The Nonhuman
Learn how one of humanity's oldest psychological quirks secretly influences nearly every decision we make. Take a deep dive into anthropomorphism -- the human tendency to attribute human-like thoughts, feelings, and intentions to non-human things. Explore the science behind one of the most powerful -- but rarely talked about -- cognitive biases influencing our thoughts.…Learn More29
Wednesday, October 2910:15 AM—12:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Halloween Movie Marathon
Warm up at the Library and enjoy some Halloween movies! We will be running movies starting early. .. and running all day!
1) Who 'ya gonna call?
2) Tyler Perry can be scary.
3) A Washington Irving Classic!
4) End the day with a Halloween Cartoon Cla…Learn MoreWednesday, October 2910:30—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, October 2912:15—2:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Halloween Movie Marathon
Warm up at the Library and enjoy some Halloween movies! We will be running movies starting early. .. and running all day!
1) Who 'ya gonna call?
2) Tyler Perry can be scary.
3) A Washington Irving Classic!
4) End the day with a Halloween Cartoon Cla…Learn MoreWednesday, October 292:15—4:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Halloween Movie Marathon
Warm up at the Library and enjoy some Halloween movies! We will be running movies starting early. .. and running all day!1) Who 'ya gonna call?2) Tyler Perry can be scary. 3) A Washington Irving Classic!4) End the day with a Halloween Cartoon Classic!Wednesday, October 294:00—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, October 294:15—6:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Halloween Movie Marathon
Warm up at the Library and enjoy some Halloween movies! We will be running movies starting early. .. and running all day!1) Who 'ya gonna call?2) Tyler Perry can be scary. 3) A Washington Irving Classic!4) End the day with a Halloween Cartoon Classic!30
Thursday, October 3010:00—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, October 307:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Taylor Swift By The Book - The Literature Behind The Lyrics
Authors Rachel Feder and Tiffany Tatreau will deliver a fascinating presentation based on their recent book, Taylor Swift by the Book: The Literature Behind the Lyrics, from Fairy Tales to Tortured Poets. Taylor Swift’s lyrics are filled with literary connections.…Learn More31
Friday, October 3110:30—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, October 313:30—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, October 314:00—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 More
Join Miss Emily for a weekly story time featuring picture books and songs! All ages are welcome- caregivers to stay with their children.
EERPHC open office hours with Social Worker, Jessie Palm every 1st and 3rd Tuesday, 10:30-12:30 PM
The Friends of the Rockport Library will host author Tony Beadle, recently retired CEO of Rockport Music for a free event OFFSITE at the Shalin Liu Performance Center. Tony Beadle will discuss and sign “My Father, The Father” a memoir of love and double lives.…
Are you a writer -- or an aspiring writer -- looking for some support? The virtual Tewksbury writing group is open to everyone who's interested in writing- all genres, all skill levels, all participating library's patrons. Each meeting takes place via Zoom and features a guest speaker (typically a published author or editor) offering some tips of the trade.…