Family Circle Time

An adaptive sensory-friendly song and movement program for children to share with their caregiver/family.  This program brings families together to learn and play in an environment that welcomes and supports the unique needs of children with autism spectrum/sensory pr......More

An adaptive sensory-friendly song and movement program for children to share with their caregiver/family.  This program brings families together to learn and play in an environment that welcomes and supports the unique needs of children with autism spectrum/sensory processing disorders and children of all needs and differing abilities. For ages 3-8 with siblings and caregiver(s). *Please register for each week you plan to attend* Social Story: This Is My Library https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/family-circle-time-63/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970

Saturday Chess Club

Love chess, or want to learn?  Players of all ages can play and learn from each other.  Whether you're new to the game or a veteran player, all skill levels welcome, and basic instruction will be provided. Open to all ages. https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/c......More

Love chess, or want to learn?  Players of all ages can play and learn from each other.  Whether you're new to the game or a veteran player, all skill levels welcome, and basic instruction will be provided. Open to all ages. https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/saturday-chess-club-6/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970

Salem Public Library's Annual Seed Swap

Everyone is invited to drop by between 2-4pm and bring saved seeds or extra seeds from 2025 to swap with fellow garden enthusiasts. New gardeners are welcome to come and select some starter seeds. Join us to share gardening tips and suggestions as we foster a communit......More

Everyone is invited to drop by between 2-4pm and bring saved seeds or extra seeds from 2025 to swap with fellow garden enthusiasts. New gardeners are welcome to come and select some starter seeds. Join us to share gardening tips and suggestions as we foster a community of green-thumbs! https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/annual-seed-swap/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970

Tell Me a Cuento

A bilingual (English-Spanish) storytime with Ms. Suzie.  Stories, songs, and rhymes in Spanish & English for children and their parent or caregiver. Cuentos, canciones y rimas en Español e Inglés para niños y sus padres o cuidadores. Ages 18 mo. to 5 years old (wit......More

A bilingual (English-Spanish) storytime with Ms. Suzie.  Stories, songs, and rhymes in Spanish & English for children and their parent or caregiver. Cuentos, canciones y rimas en Español e Inglés para niños y sus padres o cuidadores. Ages 18 mo. to 5 years old (with caregiver) *Please register for each week you plan to attend* https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tell-me-a-cuento-97/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970

Early Learning Playgroup

This playgroup is designed for mixed-age children to explore, learn, and play in a dynamic environment that encourages collaboration and creativity through music, storytelling, games, and engaging play! Age 2+ (with caregiver) Presented by the CFCE of the North ......More

This playgroup is designed for mixed-age children to explore, learn, and play in a dynamic environment that encourages collaboration and creativity through music, storytelling, games, and engaging play! Age 2+ (with caregiver) Presented by the CFCE of the North Shore. CFCE of the North Shore is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care awarded to the Peabody Public Schools. https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/early-learning-playgroup-2/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970

Sensory Bins: Little Learners

Explore and learn through tactile play with our big sensory bins. Bins may include rainbow rice, water, lentils, toys, natural objects and more. Age 18 months to 3 years (with caregiver) *Please register for each week you plan to attend* https://salempl.assabeti......More

Explore and learn through tactile play with our big sensory bins. Bins may include rainbow rice, water, lentils, toys, natural objects and more. Age 18 months to 3 years (with caregiver) *Please register for each week you plan to attend* https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/sensory-bins-little-learners-12/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970

Storytime with Miss Simone

An afternoon storytime for littles with books, songs and more! Ages 0-5 with caregiver *Please register for each week you plan to attend* https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-with-miss-simone-117/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970

Chess Club

The library is hosting weekly chess nights where players of all ages can play and learn from each other.  Whether you're new to the game or a veteran player, all skill levels welcome, and basic instruction will be provided. Open to all ages. *Please register for ea......More

The library is hosting weekly chess nights where players of all ages can play and learn from each other.  Whether you're new to the game or a veteran player, all skill levels welcome, and basic instruction will be provided. Open to all ages. *Please register for each week you plan to attend* https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/chess-club-58/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970

Baby Signs

A six-week signing play class with fun games and songs which focus on developmental skills and teaching basic Baby Sign language. (Week 7 will be a signing storytime with Beebo the bear!) For ages 6 mo - 24 months. *Register once for the whole 7-week session* h......More

A six-week signing play class with fun games and songs which focus on developmental skills and teaching basic Baby Sign language. (Week 7 will be a signing storytime with Beebo the bear!) For ages 6 mo - 24 months. *Register once for the whole 7-week session* https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/baby-signs-94/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970

Bilingual Storytime at The Laundry

Fresh Express Laundry & The Salem Public Library presents: Bilingual Storytime @ The Laundry!  Drop by and enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes in Spanish and English for children and their parent or caregiver. Wednesday at 5:30pm at Fresh Express Laundry Center: 95 Co......More

Fresh Express Laundry & The Salem Public Library presents: Bilingual Storytime @ The Laundry!  Drop by and enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes in Spanish and English for children and their parent or caregiver. Wednesday at 5:30pm at Fresh Express Laundry Center: 95 Congress St, Salem, MA. Fresh Express Laundry & La BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE SALEM PRESENTA: CUENTOS BILINGÜE EN EL LAUNDRY Cuentos, canciones y rimas en Español e Inglés para niños y sus padres o cuidadores. 5:30 pm en Fresh Express Laundry Center: 95 Congress St, Salem, MA. https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/bilingual-storytime-at-the-laundry-44/

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Cozy Embroidery Course

Join Ms. Kate for an 8-week embroidery workshop and learn a new skill in a relaxing environment!   Participants will learn a series of embroidery stitches and gradually build skills as they complete a cute embroidery sampler to keep or gift.  During the first meetin......More

Join Ms. Kate for an 8-week embroidery workshop and learn a new skill in a relaxing environment!   Participants will learn a series of embroidery stitches and gradually build skills as they complete a cute embroidery sampler to keep or gift.  During the first meeting each participant will receive a kit containing everything needed to complete the project, which they can bring home each week after class to continue working on their piece.  Lets get thready to have some fun! :) **Register once for the entire 8-week session.** For adults (18+) https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/cozy-embroidery-course-4/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970

Craft Club

Make a different craft every week at our Craft Club!  Paper crafts, paintings, cardboard projects, you name it.  All materials provided. Open to Grades K+ *Please register for each week you plan to attend* https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/craft-club......More

Make a different craft every week at our Craft Club!  Paper crafts, paintings, cardboard projects, you name it.  All materials provided. Open to Grades K+ *Please register for each week you plan to attend* https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/craft-club-32/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970

Jammin' With Jessica

Read stories and sing songs with your little one at our morning storytime! For age 0-5, with caregiver. *Please register for each week you plan to attend* https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/jammin-with-jessica-38/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970

Lego Club

We provide the Legos, you provide the imagination!  Stop by the library on Saturday mornings (biweekly) to play and build. Open to kids 4+ (with caregivers).  Siblings welcome. https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lego-club-37/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970

Graphic Novel Book Club

Join us in the Program Room to discuss a new graphic novel every three weeks!  Copies of the books are available in the Children's Room. On February 14th we're discussing Crush by Svetlana Chmakova! Grade 6+ https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/graphi......More

Join us in the Program Room to discuss a new graphic novel every three weeks!  Copies of the books are available in the Children's Room. On February 14th we're discussing Crush by Svetlana Chmakova! Grade 6+ https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/graphic-novel-book-club-7/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970

Sensory Bins: Little Learners

Explore and learn through tactile play with our big sensory bins. Bins may include rainbow rice, water, lentils, toys, natural objects and more. Age 18 months to 3 years (with caregiver) *Please register for each week you plan to attend* https://salempl.assabeti......More

Explore and learn through tactile play with our big sensory bins. Bins may include rainbow rice, water, lentils, toys, natural objects and more. Age 18 months to 3 years (with caregiver) *Please register for each week you plan to attend* https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/sensory-bins-little-learners-13/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970

Storytime with Miss Simone

An afternoon storytime for littles with books, songs and more! Ages 0-5 with caregiver *Please register for each week you plan to attend* https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-with-miss-simone-118/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970

Chess Club

The library is hosting weekly chess nights where players of all ages can play and learn from each other.  Whether you're new to the game or a veteran player, all skill levels welcome, and basic instruction will be provided. Open to all ages. *Please register for ea......More

The library is hosting weekly chess nights where players of all ages can play and learn from each other.  Whether you're new to the game or a veteran player, all skill levels welcome, and basic instruction will be provided. Open to all ages. *Please register for each week you plan to attend* https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/chess-club-59/

Children's Program Room - Ground Floor The Salem Public Library, 370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970