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Monday, September 1All DayBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
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LIBRARY CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY 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.…Learn More
Monday, September 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 More2
Tuesday, September 210:30 AM—12:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
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, September 22:00—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, September 27:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Women of the Stars with Bill Thierfelder
This program explores the lives and accomplishments of 12 remarkable women astronomers from ancient times to the present. We’ll look at early scientists like Hypatia who was assassinated for her daring ideas, the extraordinary women of the Harvard Observatory in the 1890s, and 20th and 21st century trailblazers like Vera Rubin, Nancy Roman, and Jill Tarter.…Learn More3
Wednesday, September 32:00—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 More4
Thursday, September 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, September 44:30—5:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Friends of the Library Board Meeting
The 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.
Thursday, September 47:00—9:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
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HYBRID: Open Mic with Town Moderator and Town Clerk
Town Moderator, Brian Sullivan, and Town Clerk, Melanie Waddell, will be available for questions relating to the upcoming Town Meeting and well as questions about Town Meeting in general.
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Friday, September 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, September 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, September 54:00—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 MoreFriday, September 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, September 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, September 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, September 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, September 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 MoreMonday, September 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, September 84:45—6:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Cape Ann Pride screening of The Times of Harvey Milk
Cape Ann Pride screening of The Times of Harvey Milk, a documentary chronicling the life of Harvey Milk, San Francisco's first openly gay mayor.9
Tuesday, September 92:00—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, September 95:00—6:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Knit Night
Bring your handwork project, enjoy some tea and conversation. Reach out to Emily esouza@rockportlibrary. org with any questions.Tuesday, September 95:00—6:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Being with Grief with Anita Pandolfe Ruchman
Please join us for a one-hour evening talk followed by Q&A entitled: Being with Grief. This presentation is appropriate for anyone dealing with loss and/or death of a loved one. Anita will address the many facets of grief along with coping mechanisms and aspects of grief-work.…Learn MoreTuesday, September 97:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: The Colors of Birds - Author Talk with Heather Wolf
Join Heather Wolf, a favored speaker and author of "Find More Birds: 111 Surprising Ways to Spot Birds Wherever You Are" and "Birding at the Bridge: In Search of Every Bird on the Brooklyn Waterfront", as she shares her beautiful images of colorful birds - just in time for the Fall colors! We'll discuss the birds, their colors, the purpose of their colorful feathers, as well as any evolutionary advantages they may have because of their coats.…Learn More10
Wednesday, September 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, September 102:00—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, September 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, September 106:00—6:45 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
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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, September 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.12
Friday, September 1210:00 AM—2:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Essex Regional Social Worker by Appointment Office Hours
EERPHC office hours by appointment with Social Worker, Jessie Palm every 2nd and 4th Friday, 12:00-2:00 PMFriday, September 1210:30—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, September 123:00—4:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Find Your Archetype ~ A Coloring Workshop with Baraka Robin Berger
Join us for a unique art program led by the prolific painter and printmaker, Baraka Robin Berger. Learn about archetypes that represent our ancestral foremothers, spiritual icons, and women of history while also discovering how to color with intention.…Learn MoreFriday, September 124:00—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 More13
Saturday, September 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, September 1311:00 AM—12:15 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Learn to Play Ukulele!
Learn to Play the Ukulele, Sat, Sept 13th, 3-4:15pm, Brenner RoomSaturday, September 1312:45—2:15 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
CANCELED - OneRockport Boston University School of Public Health Presentation: Train Noise Study
OneRockport has been working with transportation noise researchers from the Boston University School of Public Health for several months. The team put up noise monitors around the train station in Rockport and will present their findings. Researchers will also teach participants how to use the NIOSH phone app to monitor train noise and share data collection methods.…Learn More14
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Monday, September 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, September 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 MoreMonday, September 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, September 154:00—5:30 PMBrenner 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, September 154:30—6:00 PMTrustees 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, September 157:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Debut Romantasy Author Alysha Rameera Discusses "Her Soul for a Crown"
We are so excited to be in conversation with debut author, Alysha Rameera! Her new book, "Her Soul for a Crown" sounds absolutely fascinating and unique - an epic, slow-burn romantasy inspired by Sri Lankan mythology follows a fierce orphaned young woman with an affinity for poisons and revenge who would do anything to end the reign of heartless rajas—even sell her soul to the most dangerous cursed god of all—the Blood Yakka, Reeri.…Learn More16
Tuesday, September 1610:30 AM—2:30 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, September 162:00—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, September 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, September 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 TOMATOES! Ask the front desk or search our online catalog for help selecting a cookbook with recipes for each theme.…Learn MoreTuesday, September 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, September 167:00—8:15 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Great Performers: Ray Charles with Pianist, Clint Edwards
Join perennial favored presenter and pianist, Clint Edwards to explore the life and music of Ray Charles, one of America's great musical icons. From his early days in the south, overcoming a punishingly poor situation, to his greatest musical successes, we'll discover how Ray conquered his blindness, rose to success, and battled substance abuse.…Learn MoreTuesday, September 167:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: The Healing Power of Meditation
Matthew Raider, MD is a, clinical physician and coordinating director of the Geriatric Teaching Program in Family Medicine at Middlesex Hospital in Connecticut, has been practicing meditation for many years. Dr. Raider will present for us the latest clinical research on how meditation can improve our physical, mental and spiritual health.…Learn More17
Wednesday, September 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, September 172:00—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, September 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, September 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, September 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, September 177:00—9:00 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
School Committee meeting
School Committee meetings
Wednesday, September 177:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: "Vacations Can Be Murder" with True Crime in New England Author, Dawn M. Barclay
We love local history and true crime so we're thrilled to be chatting with author Dawn M. Barclay about her book, "Vacations Can Be Murder: A True Crime Lover’s Travel Guide to New England". Learn all about the haunted happenings in our own backyards and, then, plan a trip to visit them all! What could be better as we head into spooky season? Bring your questions because this will be a fast paced Q&A!Register directly on Zoom HERERecording Note: This program will be recorded.…Learn More18
Thursday, September 1810:30—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.19
Friday, September 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, September 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, September 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, September 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, September 2010:00—11:00 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Town Democratic Committee Meeting
Rockport Town Democratic Committee Meeting.
Saturday, September 201:30—2:30 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Eel Monitoring in Rockport and Beyond
Have you ever wondered about the baby eels into Rockport’s Mill Pond? Did you know that nearly 900 eels were counted as they entered the pond in 2024? Join us for an interesting presentation about the wonderous ways these baby eels instinctively make their way up the Mill Brook eel ladder and into the pond to live and grow into adults.…Learn More21
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Monday, September 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, September 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 MoreMonday, September 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.Monday, September 223:30—5:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Garden Club Horticulture Committee Meeting
First meeting of the Rockport Garden Club Horticulture Committee
Monday, September 227:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Cooking Demo with Heidi McIndoo - Sloppy Joes and Deep Dish Cookie Pie
Just in time for the Fall, comfort food for the soul! Learn how to make Sloppy Joes and Deep Dish Cookie Pies with our favorite chef, Heidi McIndoo! And, with yummy, nutritious food like this, there's no guilt in having dessert first! Recipes will be sent out prior to the program so you can cook along if you'd like.…Learn More23
Tuesday, September 232:00—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, September 232:00—3:30 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: How To Learn A Language Before You Travel
Join Jeff Klapes, the Traveling Librarian, for a different take on his popular armchair travel presentations. One of the joys of travel is the opportunity to learn about different cultures and ways of life, but language can be a barrier to your experience.…Learn MoreTuesday, September 235:00—6:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club
Join our Sci-Fi & Fantasy book club as we discuss The Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler. No registration is required. To join the group's mailing list, send a message to baudano@rockportlibrary. org. Tuesday, September 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, September 2410:30—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, September 242:00—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, September 244:00—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, September 246:00—6:45 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
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Rockport Civic League Weekly Meeting
RCL is a group of Rockport citizens who provide civic information to Rockport citizens. …Learn More
Wednesday, September 246:00—7:00 PMTrustees 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, September 247:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: "Feral and Hysterical" with Horror Author, Sadie Hartmann
You all know that we LOVE horror around here and what better for the season than a conversation with @mother_horror author Sadie Hartmann with a favored horror book recommender, @redreadreviews?! Sadie's book, "Feral and Hysterical: Mother Horror’s Ultimate Reading Guide to Dark and Disturbing Fiction by Women" takes a close look at horror stories written by and/or featuring women.…Learn More25
Thursday, September 2510:30—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.Thursday, September 253:30—4:30 PMOtherRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
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Cape Ann Guitar Society Open Office Hours
Are you looking for a group with which to play guitar? Do you love to talk about guitars and music in general? Join Brendan Evans of the Cape Ann Guitar Society, a non-profit working to build and nurture community through guitar related concerts, workshops, and meetups, for open office hours here at the library.…Learn MoreThursday, September 254:30—5:30 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Friends of the Library Board Meeting
The 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, September 2610:00 AM—2:00 PMTrustees RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Essex Regional Social Worker by Appointment Office Hours
EERPHC office hours by appointment with Social Worker, Jessie Palm every 2nd and 4th Friday, 12:00-2:00 PMFriday, September 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, September 263:30—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, September 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, September 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, September 2710:15 AM—12:15 PMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Jr. - Monthly Watch Party
Join us for a Saturday morning movie!As an ancient threat endangers both Vikings and dragons alike on the isle of Berk, the friendship between Hiccup, an inventive Viking, and Toothless, a Night Fury dragon, becomes the key to both species forging a new future together.…Learn MoreSaturday, September 2712:15—2:15 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. Superman must reconcile his alien Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as reporter Clark Kent. As the embodiment of truth, justice and the human way he soon finds himself in a world that views these as old-fashioned.…Learn More28
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Monday, September 299:30—11:30 AMBrenner RoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
Rockport Garden Club Board Committee
Rockport Garden Club Board meeting
Monday, September 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, September 292:00—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, September 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.Monday, September 297:00—8:00 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Author Talk - Who REALLY Wrote Shakespeare? with David Kruh
Who Really Wrote Shakespeare? The doubts have been around for over 300 years. How could William Shakespeare - a man who never sailed - have written with such accuracy about sailing in The Tempest? Or how - without studying law - could he have written with such insight about lawyers, courts and legal issues, in plays such as Henry IV? Or how - without ever serving in the military - written so splendidly of the rigors and technical aspects of war as he did in Hamlet? That he couldn't and didn't is a fascinating concept that has amused many, tantalized others, and consumed the lives of a few, including a Boston man who, in 1916, went to court to prove that someone other than Shakespeare wrote all those great works.…Learn More30
Tuesday, September 302:00—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, September 307:00—8:15 PMZoomRockport Public Library17 School Street, Rockport, MA, 01966
VIRTUAL: Advice From Author & Screenwriter Steven Womack
Are you a writer -- or an aspiring writer -- looking for some support? This Monthly Writing Group is open to everyone who's interested in writing -- all genres, all skill levels. Each meeting -- which will take place via Zoom -- features a guest speaker (typically a published author or editor) offering some tips of the trade.…Learn More