Hanover Lions Tree Lighting with Mrs. Claus

Join the Hanover Lions as they light the tree on the Library's front lawn!  Mrs. Claus will be here, so be sure and visit! https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/hanover-lions-tree-lighting-with-santa-claus/

Large Meeting Room John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA, 02339

Monday Knitting Group

This small local knitting group meets and knit socially while sharing tips and giving demonstrations.  For more information,  contact: Debby Zawalich 781-248-4562 [email protected] https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/monday-knitting-gr......More

This small local knitting group meets and knit socially while sharing tips and giving demonstrations.  For more information,  contact: Debby Zawalich 781-248-4562 [email protected] https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/monday-knitting-group-85/

Trustee Room John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA, 02339

Book and Craft with Hanover FACE

The children's librarian will read a picture book and the recreation director of Hanover Family and Community Engagement will facilitate a craft related to the book. https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/book-and-craft-with-hanover-face-4/

Large Meeting Room John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA, 02339

Board of Library Trustee Meeting

Monthly meeting of the Board of Library Trustees on the second Monday of the month; subject to change.  Agenda is posted 48 hours in advance on the Town of Hanover webpage. MEETING INFORMATION – In-Person (John Curtis Free L......More

Monthly meeting of the Board of Library Trustees on the second Monday of the month; subject to change.  Agenda is posted 48 hours in advance on the Town of Hanover webpage. MEETING INFORMATION – In-Person (John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA – Trustee Room) and Virtual (information below) Meeting address: https://hanover-magov.zoom.us/j/88073300181?pwd=SFYzcDJrNE45eWVEZG1WUTJVYnBndz09 Telephone: Dial one of the following phone numbers: 929-205-6099; 312-626-6799; 301-715- 8592; 346-248-7799; 669-900-6833; 253-215-8782. If you are a dial-in participant and would like to ask a question, please press *9 to enter the question queue. If you are a dial-in participant and would like to mute/unmute, please press *6 to toggle. Meeting ID: 880 7330 0181 Passcode: jcfl https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/board-of-library-trustee-meeting-21/

Trustee Room John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA, 02339

Chair Yoga with Ksenya

Chair Yoga with Ksenya – Restore & Renew Chair Yoga with Ksenya brings calm, strength, and balance through mindful movement, deep breathing, and a touch of joy. This is an adult class for all levels of experience in yoga. https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteracti......More

Chair Yoga with Ksenya – Restore & Renew Chair Yoga with Ksenya brings calm, strength, and balance through mindful movement, deep breathing, and a touch of joy. This is an adult class for all levels of experience in yoga. https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/meeting-and-study-rooms/chair-yoga-with-ksenya-2/

Large Meeting Room John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA, 02339

December Book Box

NEW!  Try our Subscription Book Box for adults!  Here's how it works: * Sign up for a Book Box on the second Tuesday of each month.  Each Box will include a new library book along with treats, crafts, and other goodies. * PLEASE pick up your box at the Library on t......More

NEW!  Try our Subscription Book Box for adults!  Here's how it works: * Sign up for a Book Box on the second Tuesday of each month.  Each Box will include a new library book along with treats, crafts, and other goodies. * PLEASE pick up your box at the Library on the second Wednesday of the month (December 10).  Remember, these are new books and in demand!  Boxes will be held until Saturday, December 13.  If not checked out, the book will be returned to the shelves. * Return the book and box when done, but everything else is yours to keep! * Repeat!   Registration is open to Hanover residents only through December 3 at 8:00 pm.  After that, registration will open to everyone. https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/december-book-box/

Library Grounds John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA, 02339

Ladies Knitting Circle

https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ladies-knitting-circle-52/

Trustee Room John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA, 02339

STEM Playgroup

Join Ms. Debbie for an exciting playgroup emphasizing STEM principles.  Sponsored by the South Shore Family Network. For ages three to five years. https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/stem-playgroup-14/

Large Meeting Room John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA, 02339

VIRTUAL: Who Gets To Fly? -- How NASA Chooses Its Astronauts

Ever wonder how America chooses astronauts? Why did NASA select from military aviators? How are flight assignments made? Why did it take so long to incorporate women and minorities into the Astronaut Corps? Join NASA Solar System Ambassador David S. Ball as he discuss......More

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. Please register. NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. Thanks to the Tewksbury Public Library for sharing this program! https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-who-gets-to-fly-how-nasa-chooses-its-astronauts/

Virtual locations

Council on Aging Book Club

The Council on Aging Book Club meets monthly. https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/council-on-aging-book-club-26/

Trustee Room John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA, 02339

South Shore Geneaological Society Meeting

Monthly meetings for the 2025-2026 season. https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/south-shore-geneaological-society-meeting-3/

Large Meeting Room John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA, 02339

Story Time for 3- and 4-year-olds

Listen to a picture book, then do a simple craft.   Three-and-four-year-olds are not accompanied by caregivers. https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/story-time-for-3-and-4-year-olds-29/

Storytime Room John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA, 02339

Children's Yoga Class

Miss Christine from Little Bee Yoga Co. is excited to share the magic of yoga with John Curtis Library families!! Partner with your little yogi in super fun poses, games, music, stories, breathing exercises, meditation, and guided relaxations that help to strengthen t......More

Miss Christine from Little Bee Yoga Co. is excited to share the magic of yoga with John Curtis Library families!! Partner with your little yogi in super fun poses, games, music, stories, breathing exercises, meditation, and guided relaxations that help to strengthen their bodies, minds and souls... We'll bark in downward dog, meow in cat pose and roar in lion pose while we take a yoga journey that you and your child will never forget! This fun class provides a beautiful bonding experience between the adult and child. Each class is 45 minutes. The class is geared toward children ages three to six years, but all ages are welcome to participate. Please bring a yoga mat or towel. https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/childrens-yoga-class-35/

Large Meeting Room John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA, 02339

Monday Knitting Group

This small local knitting group meets and knit socially while sharing tips and giving demonstrations.  For more information,  contact: Debby Zawalich 781-248-4562 [email protected] https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/monday-knitting-gr......More

This small local knitting group meets and knit socially while sharing tips and giving demonstrations.  For more information,  contact: Debby Zawalich 781-248-4562 [email protected] https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/monday-knitting-group-86/

Trustee Room John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA, 02339

Patty-Cake for Babies

Nursery rhymes with movement, board books, big books, finger plays and more for babies newborn to 17 months with a parent/caregiver.  https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/patty-cake-for-babies-43/

Storytime Room John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA, 02339

Make a Tiny Garden Holiday Centerpiece

 FOR ADULTS All supplies provided to build a seasonal mini garden or festive table centerpiece—beautiful as décor or a gift.  Come and enjoy some downtime while creating!   Please note that preference/priority will be given to Hanover residents on a first come/firs......More

 FOR ADULTS All supplies provided to build a seasonal mini garden or festive table centerpiece—beautiful as décor or a gift.  Come and enjoy some downtime while creating!   Please note that preference/priority will be given to Hanover residents on a first come/first serve basis. https://johncurtislibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/make-a-tiny-garden-holiday-centerpiece/

Large Meeting Room John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA, 02339