Friday Morning Movie

Join us for our Friday morning movie series for a popular hit movie! This weeks movie is "Hamilton."  Water will be available (no snacks will served). No sign up required. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friday-morning-movie-89/

Large Meeting Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Family LEGO

Put your imagination and building skills to the test at this self-directed drop-in program. Best for children ages 3+ with a caregiver due to small pieces. No registration needed, just drop in! https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/family-lego-15/

Children's Programming Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Things You'll Spy in the Sky: Family Story Time & Craft

Through stories, music, games, and a craft, we'll learn how looking up to the sky can instill a sense of wonder & spark a love of learning. No registration needed. Designed for families with children ages 2 years and up. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/cale......More

Through stories, music, games, and a craft, we'll learn how looking up to the sky can instill a sense of wonder & spark a love of learning. No registration needed. Designed for families with children ages 2 years and up. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/things-youll-spy-in-the-sky-story-time-craft/

Children's Programming Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Pre-K Hooray! Mathmagicians

Please join Ms. Paige of Early Childhood Partners for a NEW curriculum from the Boston Children's Museum! Activities will focus on early literacy, early math skills, and social skills. This group will be held on MONDAYS, 10:15-11:00am, from November 3 - December 15, 2......More

Please join Ms. Paige of Early Childhood Partners for a NEW curriculum from the Boston Children's Museum! Activities will focus on early literacy, early math skills, and social skills. This group will be held on MONDAYS, 10:15-11:00am, from November 3 - December 15, 2025 (no group on Monday 11/24/25). Designed for children ages 2-6 years old and their adult. Space is limited. Registration is required at EarlyChildhoodPartners.com https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/pre-k-hooray-mathmagicians-5/

Children's Programming Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Friends Book Donation Day

PLEASE give us your BOOKS and DVDs in good condition to sell at our book sales (please note: the Friends are no longer accepting donations of music CD's). Please click here for complete donation guidelines. DONATIONS ARE ACCEPTED AT THE MAIN MEETING ROOM DOORS ONLY, ......More

PLEASE give us your BOOKS and DVDs in good condition to sell at our book sales (please note: the Friends are no longer accepting donations of music CD's). Please click here for complete donation guidelines. DONATIONS ARE ACCEPTED AT THE MAIN MEETING ROOM DOORS ONLY, BY A VOLUNTEER. PLEASE DO NOT bring donations through the Main Entrance to the Library and never leave donations outside the building. Donations are limited to 4 bags at a time. If you have a donation larger than 4 bags please email the Friends at [email protected] with "BOOK DONATION" in the subject heading and our Donation Coordinator will respond. Don't do email? Call the library and they will forward your telephone number to the correct volunteer. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friends-book-donation-day-175/

Large Meeting Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Musical Mondays

Preschool teacher and musician Ms. Katie of Early Childhood Partners leads this fun, early literacy music and movement story time for children ages 0-6 and their adult. Learn about your child's development while you play, move, explore instruments, sing, read and have......More

Preschool teacher and musician Ms. Katie of Early Childhood Partners leads this fun, early literacy music and movement story time for children ages 0-6 and their adult. Learn about your child's development while you play, move, explore instruments, sing, read and have fun together! REGISTER FOR THIS PROGRAM AT EARLY CHILDHOOD PARTNERS https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/musical-mondays-60/

Large Meeting Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Essex Regional Social Worker Open Office Hours

Jessie Palm, Social Worker for the Eastern Essex Regional Public Health Coalition, will hold open office hours at the library every second and fourth Tuesday of the month. All are welcome to seek support, information or resource referrals in a confidential setting. No......More

Jessie Palm, Social Worker for the Eastern Essex Regional Public Health Coalition, will hold open office hours at the library every second and fourth Tuesday of the month. All are welcome to seek support, information or resource referrals in a confidential setting. No appointment necessary.  https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/essex-regional-social-worker-open-office-hours-68/

Large Study Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Baby Bookworms

Join Sue Shepard for 30 minutes of stories and songs that promote early literacy. Designed for children ages birth-18 months. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver and alternate care for siblings is encouraged. No registration needed. Please contact the Childre......More

Join Sue Shepard for 30 minutes of stories and songs that promote early literacy. Designed for children ages birth-18 months. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver and alternate care for siblings is encouraged. No registration needed. Please contact the Children's Room with questions: 978-468-5577 X13 or [email protected]. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/baby-bookworms-171/

Large Meeting Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Knitting Group

Grab your project bag and drop in for knit night! Enjoy conversation and creativity as you work alongside other yarn crafters. All are welcome; no registration required. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/knitting-group-59/

Local History Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

FANTOS (Speculative Fiction Book Club)

FANTOS is our 2025 relaunch of the Speculative Fiction Book Club, meeting on the second Tuesday of each month.  Speculative Fiction is an umbrella term for stories in the broadly fantastic realms of Alternate History, Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Magical Realism, etc.  Ti......More

FANTOS is our 2025 relaunch of the Speculative Fiction Book Club, meeting on the second Tuesday of each month.  Speculative Fiction is an umbrella term for stories in the broadly fantastic realms of Alternate History, Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Magical Realism, etc.  Titles are chosen through a mediated nomination and voting process.  Meetings will be in the Phoenix Room unless we are just so cool that we need more space.  Contact Head of Reference Sarah Lauderdale ([email protected], 978-468-5577 x619) with any questions. ***Now voting on books for 2026!  Select 10 - 15 titles from our FANTOS 2026 Ballot and email them to [email protected] by Sun. Nov.  30.*** Haven't gone to any FANTOS sessions yet but interested in doing so?  You can still vote!  Pick your 10 - 15 suggestions from the ballot and email them to [email protected].  I know that sounds like a lot, but it is a long ballot and I am looking for broad overlap.  Here is the ballot with descriptions.  Here is the ballot with no descriptions for a plain list of titles and authors. Tues. Dec. 9: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig (288 pages; orig. pub. 2020) https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/fantos-speculative-fiction-book-club-10/

Large Study Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Drop In Music & Movement Story Time!

Join Facilitator and Developmental Specialist, Shannon O'Donoghue, for this story time that incorporates singing songs, reading books, using sign language and gestures to encourage language comprehension and expression. This program is for children ages 18 months to 3......More

Join Facilitator and Developmental Specialist, Shannon O'Donoghue, for this story time that incorporates singing songs, reading books, using sign language and gestures to encourage language comprehension and expression. This program is for children ages 18 months to 36 months and their caregiver. Music & Movement Story Time is offered by Northeast Arc Early Intervention - Cape Ann, in partnership with the Hamilton-Wenham Library. No registration necessary for this drop in event. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/drop-in-music-movement-story-time-2/

Children's Programming Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

All Write Now: Generative Writing Group

Join us for a meeting of the library's writing group!  Using the format of a generative workshop, this writing group offers prompts, writing time, support, and resources to hone your craft. At the end of each session, participants will be invited to share their work,......More

Join us for a meeting of the library's writing group!  Using the format of a generative workshop, this writing group offers prompts, writing time, support, and resources to hone your craft. At the end of each session, participants will be invited to share their work, if desired.  Writers in all genres are welcome. Drop in to write along!  Questions? Please contact Adult Services Librarian, Jessica Furtado: [email protected] https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/all-write-now-generative-writing-group-64/

Local History Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Adult LEGO Club (Ages 18+)

Adults need a safe place to create! Join Kati for Adult LEGO Club (ages 18+)! We have LEGO kits that can be put together, or you can always bring your own LEGOs to put together. Kati will help you learn how to read LEGO instructions and assist you in any way! Come an......More

Adults need a safe place to create! Join Kati for Adult LEGO Club (ages 18+)! We have LEGO kits that can be put together, or you can always bring your own LEGOs to put together. Kati will help you learn how to read LEGO instructions and assist you in any way! Come and create with us, let us share our love of LEGO! No registration is required. No children, because adults need a safe place to create! https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/adult-lego-club-ages-18-16/

Local History Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Process Art Workshop

Let's get creative and have some fun! Join Ms. Eva of Early Childhood Partners for a themed story and activities that practice process art methods. The Process Art Workshop is designed for children ages 2 - 6 years old and their adult. Older children are welcome! This......More

Let's get creative and have some fun! Join Ms. Eva of Early Childhood Partners for a themed story and activities that practice process art methods. The Process Art Workshop is designed for children ages 2 - 6 years old and their adult. Older children are welcome! This class will be held on Wednesdays from 6:00 - 7:00pm from SEPT 10 - DEC 10 (no group on 9/24, 10/1 & 11/26). Process Art Workshop will take place in the Children's Program Room.  No registration needed. Please contact the Children's Room with questions: 978-468-5577 X613 or [email protected]. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/process-art-workshop-130/

Children's Programming Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

(Virtual): Who Gets To Fly? - How NASA Chooses Its Astronauts

Please note: This virtual program will take place via ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the ZOOM Webinar via email. Ever wonder how America chooses astronauts? Why did NASA select from military aviators? How are flight assignments made? Why did it take ......More

Please note: This virtual program will take place via ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the ZOOM Webinar via email. 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. Ball served 26 years in the US Air Force, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel, and is a now a volunteer educator with NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Click here to register on ZOOM. This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. This program is offered in partnership with Tewksbury Public Library & other MA Libraries.  https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-who-gets-to-fly-how-nasa-chooses-its-astronauts/

Online - Registration is required. Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Hanukkah Story Time

Join Ms Rachael of PJ Library to explore Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights. We'll share stories, music, crafts, and more. Designed for children ages 6 years and younger and open to families of all backgrounds. Register ......More

Join Ms Rachael of PJ Library to explore Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights. We'll share stories, music, crafts, and more. Designed for children ages 6 years and younger and open to families of all backgrounds. Register HERE https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/hanukkah-story-time-2/

Children's Programming Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Gingerbread House Workshop with Mandy Roberge

Join Mandy Roberge for some holiday season fun on Thursday, December 11, at 5:30pm, to use your creativity to decorate your own mini-gingerbread house using candy, frosting, and your imagination. This workshop is for teens ages 12-18, or who are in grades 6 - 12. Reg......More

Join Mandy Roberge for some holiday season fun on Thursday, December 11, at 5:30pm, to use your creativity to decorate your own mini-gingerbread house using candy, frosting, and your imagination. This workshop is for teens ages 12-18, or who are in grades 6 - 12. Registration required. Allergy note: The ingredients used include eggs and dairy. Both the gingerbread house & decorating supplies  (with everything you will need to make your own gingerbread house) will be provided in the workshop. Please bring along a large box or tote to safely transport the gingerbread house back home. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/gingerbread-house-workshop-with-mandy-roberge-2/

Large Meeting Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

HWPL Trustees Meeting

The trustees of the Library meet monthly to discuss policy issues and governance of the Library. This is an elected board with seats from both Hamilton and Wenham, and two seats for 'at large' nominees. For more information contact Library Director, Kim Butler kbutler......More

The trustees of the Library meet monthly to discuss policy issues and governance of the Library. This is an elected board with seats from both Hamilton and Wenham, and two seats for 'at large' nominees. For more information contact Library Director, Kim Butler [email protected] https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/hwpl-trustees-meeting-40/

Local History Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Friday Morning Movie

Join us for our Friday morning movie series for a popular hit movie! This weeks movie is "Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale" Water will be available (no snacks will served). No sign up required. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friday-morning-movie-......More

Join us for our Friday morning movie series for a popular hit movie! This weeks movie is "Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale" Water will be available (no snacks will served). No sign up required. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friday-morning-movie-88/

Large Meeting Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Gingerbread Sensory Play

Join us for a morning of gingerbread-themed sensory exploration and fun at this self-directed play program. Sensory play encourages learning through exploration, curiosity, problem-solving and creativity.  Designed for children ages 2 years and up with a caregiver due......More

Join us for a morning of gingerbread-themed sensory exploration and fun at this self-directed play program. Sensory play encourages learning through exploration, curiosity, problem-solving and creativity.  Designed for children ages 2 years and up with a caregiver due to small pieces.  No registration needed, just drop in! https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/sensory-play-24/

Children's Programming Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Pre-K Hooray! Mathmagicians

Please join Ms. Paige of Early Childhood Partners for a NEW curriculum from the Boston Children's Museum! Activities will focus on early literacy, early math skills, and social skills. This group will be held on MONDAYS, 10:15-11:00am, from November 3 - December 15, 2......More

Please join Ms. Paige of Early Childhood Partners for a NEW curriculum from the Boston Children's Museum! Activities will focus on early literacy, early math skills, and social skills. This group will be held on MONDAYS, 10:15-11:00am, from November 3 - December 15, 2025 (no group on Monday 11/24/25). Designed for children ages 2-6 years old and their adult. Space is limited. Registration is required at EarlyChildhoodPartners.com https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/pre-k-hooray-mathmagicians-6/

Children's Programming Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982

Friends Book Donation Day

PLEASE give us your BOOKS and DVDs in good condition to sell at our book sales (please note: the Friends are no longer accepting donations of music CD's). Please click here for complete donation guidelines. DONATIONS ARE ACCEPTED AT THE MAIN MEETING ROOM DOORS ONLY, ......More

PLEASE give us your BOOKS and DVDs in good condition to sell at our book sales (please note: the Friends are no longer accepting donations of music CD's). Please click here for complete donation guidelines. DONATIONS ARE ACCEPTED AT THE MAIN MEETING ROOM DOORS ONLY, BY A VOLUNTEER. PLEASE DO NOT bring donations through the Main Entrance to the Library and never leave donations outside the building. Donations are limited to 4 bags at a time. If you have a donation larger than 4 bags please email the Friends at [email protected] with "BOOK DONATION" in the subject heading and our Donation Coordinator will respond. Don't do email? Call the library and they will forward your telephone number to the correct volunteer. https://hwlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friends-book-donation-day-176/

Large Meeting Room Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street, South Hamilton, MA, 01982