OPEN Saturday, 10-1

Drop in! We're open 10-1 most Saturdays. Don't forget you can browse the catalog anytime: MVLC.ORG Use your Library card to request up titles or view your account, your PIN is most likely the last 4 of your ph......More

Drop in! We're open 10-1 most Saturdays. Don't forget you can browse the catalog anytime: MVLC.ORG Use your Library card to request up titles or view your account, your PIN is most likely the last 4 of your phone. https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/open-saturday-10-1-14/

Library TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929

Community Rummikub

Adults! Join us at the library on the first Saturday of the month (Oct-Dec) from 10am-12noon for Rummikub. No experience necessary. Enjoy meeting others from the community over this popular game! https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/community-r......More

Adults! Join us at the library on the first Saturday of the month (Oct-Dec) from 10am-12noon for Rummikub. No experience necessary. Enjoy meeting others from the community over this popular game! https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/community-rummikub-8/

1st floor meeting room TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929

STEAM & Stories/Early Childhood Partners

Join Ms. Christine for some STEAM fun! Children ages 2-6 years old and their adult will listen to stories, then explore science, technology, engineering, art and math concepts. Brought to you by Early Childhood Partners, with funding from the Mass. Dept. of Early Edu......More

Join Ms. Christine for some STEAM fun! Children ages 2-6 years old and their adult will listen to stories, then explore science, technology, engineering, art and math concepts. Brought to you by Early Childhood Partners, with funding from the Mass. Dept. of Early Education and Care, provides free playgroups, workshops, community events, advocacy and support for families and children age 0-6. For more info visit EarlyChildhoodPartners.org. REGISTER AT: https://www.earlychildhoodpartners.com/registration.html https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/steam-stories-early-childhood-partners-14/

Library TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929

Ugly Sweater Crafternoon

Teens! Grades 6-12, join us for a merry afternoon of crafting! Using yarn and other supplies, create your own miniature ugly sweater to hang on your tree, locker, wall-wherever you like! Be sure to wear your ugly sweater-we'll award a prize for the ugliest :) https......More

Teens! Grades 6-12, join us for a merry afternoon of crafting! Using yarn and other supplies, create your own miniature ugly sweater to hang on your tree, locker, wall-wherever you like! Be sure to wear your ugly sweater-we'll award a prize for the ugliest :) https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ugly-sweater-crafternoon/

3rd floor meeting hall TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929

Essex Explorers Playgroup

ASPIRE DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES EARLY INTERVENTION and EARLY CHILDHOOD PARTNERS CFCE’S present: ESSEX EXPLORERS PLAYGROUP at the Essex Public Library.  Please join us for a brand new playgroup for children ages 0-18mo and their adult! Older siblings welcome! Participa......More

ASPIRE DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES EARLY INTERVENTION and EARLY CHILDHOOD PARTNERS CFCE’S present: ESSEX EXPLORERS PLAYGROUP at the Essex Public Library.  Please join us for a brand new playgroup for children ages 0-18mo and their adult! Older siblings welcome! Participants will enjoy stories, songs, activities & play!  This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about your child’s development, build skills, and connect with other families! To register, please visit: https://www.earlychildhoodpartners.com/registration.html https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/essex-explorers-playgroup-13/

Library TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929

Wee Ones Story Hour

Join April, our Children's Librarian, each Wednesday morning for Wee Ones Story Hour, perfect for ages 0 through 2 years old. Story Hour begins at 9:00am and includes 20 minutes of songs, rhymes, stories and creative play! Drop-ins are welcome. If you are planning......More

Join April, our Children's Librarian, each Wednesday morning for Wee Ones Story Hour, perfect for ages 0 through 2 years old. Story Hour begins at 9:00am and includes 20 minutes of songs, rhymes, stories and creative play! Drop-ins are welcome. If you are planning to attend, please register at our website: https://essexpubliclibrary.org/kids/story-hour/ https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/wee-ones-story-hour-117/

Library TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929

Pre-School Story Hour

Join April, our Children's Librarian, each Wednesday morning for Pre-School Story Hour, for ages 3, 4 and 5 years. Story Hour begins at 10:00am and includes 30 minutes of songs, rhymes and stories read aloud and concludes with a themed craft. Drop-ins are welcome. I......More

Join April, our Children's Librarian, each Wednesday morning for Pre-School Story Hour, for ages 3, 4 and 5 years. Story Hour begins at 10:00am and includes 30 minutes of songs, rhymes and stories read aloud and concludes with a themed craft. Drop-ins are welcome. If you are planning to attend, please register at our website: https://essexpubliclibrary.org/kids/story-hour/ https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/pre-school-story-hour-117/

Library TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929

OPEN Saturday, 10-1

Drop in! We're open 10-1 most Saturdays. Don't forget you can browse the catalog anytime: MVLC.ORG Use your Library card to request up titles or view your account, your PIN is most likely the last 4 of your ph......More

Drop in! We're open 10-1 most Saturdays. Don't forget you can browse the catalog anytime: MVLC.ORG Use your Library card to request up titles or view your account, your PIN is most likely the last 4 of your phone. https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/open-saturday-10-1-15/

Library TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929

Community Book Club: Secrets of the Octopus by Sy Montgomery

With this offering, acclaimed author Sy Montgomery—known, thanks to her bestselling book, as the “octopus whisperer”—returns to the species she knows and loves, offering current and compassionate stories about the scientists on the front lines of octopus research and ......More

With this offering, acclaimed author Sy Montgomery—known, thanks to her bestselling book, as the “octopus whisperer”—returns to the species she knows and loves, offering current and compassionate stories about the scientists on the front lines of octopus research and conservation. - Publisher Join us to chat about all things Octopus!  Request up your copy in the catalog, editions are available in hardcover and eBook only, due to the many pictures. https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/community-book-club-secrets-of-the-octopus-by-sy-montgomery/

Library TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929

Essex Explorers Playgroup

ASPIRE DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES EARLY INTERVENTION and EARLY CHILDHOOD PARTNERS CFCE’S present: ESSEX EXPLORERS PLAYGROUP at the Essex Public Library.  Please join us for a brand new playgroup for children ages 0-18mo and their adult! Older siblings welcome! Participa......More

ASPIRE DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES EARLY INTERVENTION and EARLY CHILDHOOD PARTNERS CFCE’S present: ESSEX EXPLORERS PLAYGROUP at the Essex Public Library.  Please join us for a brand new playgroup for children ages 0-18mo and their adult! Older siblings welcome! Participants will enjoy stories, songs, activities & play!  This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about your child’s development, build skills, and connect with other families! To register, please visit: https://www.earlychildhoodpartners.com/registration.html https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/essex-explorers-playgroup-14/

Library TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929

Jane Austen Birthday Bash!

It is a truth universally acknowledged that a beloved author celebrating her 250th birthday MUST be in want of a PARTY!!  Austen fans, join us for a relaxed evening including a simple DIY craft, trivia, door prizes, photo booth, party games & cake. We'll have Austen......More

It is a truth universally acknowledged that a beloved author celebrating her 250th birthday MUST be in want of a PARTY!!  Austen fans, join us for a relaxed evening including a simple DIY craft, trivia, door prizes, photo booth, party games & cake. We'll have Austen movies playing on the big screen while we enjoy cake and punch, make a darling regency dress ornament from the pages of an Austen novel, test our knowledge with trivia, learn our "Regency Names," peruse an extensive selection of Austen books (available for check out), laugh at the photo booth and much, much more!  The event is officially one hour but fans are welcome to stay longer to celebrate and to visit all of the various stations that will be on display. Invite friends!  Registration is not necessary but if you plan to attend, we always appreciate and RSVP. Drop-ins are welcome! https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/jane-austen-birthday-bash/

3rd floor meeting hall TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929

Wee Ones Story Hour

Join April, our Children's Librarian, each Wednesday morning for Wee Ones Story Hour, perfect for ages 0 through 2 years old. Story Hour begins at 9:00am and includes 20 minutes of songs, rhymes, stories and creative play! Drop-ins are welcome. If you are planning......More

Join April, our Children's Librarian, each Wednesday morning for Wee Ones Story Hour, perfect for ages 0 through 2 years old. Story Hour begins at 9:00am and includes 20 minutes of songs, rhymes, stories and creative play! Drop-ins are welcome. If you are planning to attend, please register at our website: https://essexpubliclibrary.org/kids/story-hour/ https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/wee-ones-story-hour-118/

Library TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929

Pre-School Story Hour

Join April, our Children's Librarian, each Wednesday morning for Pre-School Story Hour, for ages 3, 4 and 5 years. Story Hour begins at 10:00am and includes 30 minutes of songs, rhymes and stories read aloud and concludes with a themed craft. Drop-ins are welcome. I......More

Join April, our Children's Librarian, each Wednesday morning for Pre-School Story Hour, for ages 3, 4 and 5 years. Story Hour begins at 10:00am and includes 30 minutes of songs, rhymes and stories read aloud and concludes with a themed craft. Drop-ins are welcome. If you are planning to attend, please register at our website: https://essexpubliclibrary.org/kids/story-hour/ https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/pre-school-story-hour-118/

Library TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929

OPEN Saturday, 10-1

Drop in! We're open 10-1 most Saturdays. Don't forget you can browse the catalog anytime: MVLC.ORG Use your Library card to request up titles or view your account, your PIN is most likely the last 4 of your ph......More

Drop in! We're open 10-1 most Saturdays. Don't forget you can browse the catalog anytime: MVLC.ORG Use your Library card to request up titles or view your account, your PIN is most likely the last 4 of your phone. https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/open-saturday-10-1-16/

Library TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929

Holiday Crafternoon

Children, ages 5-12, join us for an afternoon of holiday crafting. Together we'll make a holiday wreath from puzzle pieces. Take it home and insert a photo to transform your craft into a charming photo frame to display all season long! https://essexpubliclibrary.as......More

Children, ages 5-12, join us for an afternoon of holiday crafting. Together we'll make a holiday wreath from puzzle pieces. Take it home and insert a photo to transform your craft into a charming photo frame to display all season long! https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/holiday-crafternoon/

3rd floor meeting hall TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929

Closed in Observance of Christmas

The Library is closed on Wednesday & Thursday in observance of the Christmas holiday. https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/closed-in-observance-of-christmas-7/

Library TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929

Closed in Observance of Christmas

The Library is closed on Wednesday & Thursday in observance of the Christmas holiday. https://essexpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/closed-in-observance-of-christmas-6/

Library TOHP Burnham , 30 Martin St, Essex, MA, 01929