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The Evidence Room - Betrayal in Blue

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room A at Onsite

Age Group:

Adults (Ages 18+)
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Description:

Step into the world of investigative true crime with our monthly podcast discussion group. In January, we’ll explore the chilling case of Sherri Rasmussen, a young woman murdered in her Los Angeles home in 1986.

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Instrument Investigators: Brass Instruments

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite

Age Group:

Children (Ages 6-11)
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Description:

Join us for a musical adventure brought to you by Aurelius Arts Academy. This week we will be exploring brass instruments. Every Thursday in January there will be a new type of instrument we will uncover!

Elegant Harp Music for All Occasion

Elegant Harp Music

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult Services Area at Onsite

Age Group:

Adults (Ages 18+), General Interest (All Ages)
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Adult Services Area
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+), General Interest (All Ages)
Program Type: Live Entertainment
Description:

Join us for beautiful harp music inside the library on a chilly Saturday morning.  

 

This is a free event, open to all who want to attend. 

Plant swap

Plant Swap!

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adult Services Area at Onsite

Age Group:

Adults (Ages 18+)
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Adult Services Area
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Public Events
Description:

Let’s grow together! Bring one or several healthy, pest-free houseplants or cuttings to trade and connect with fellow plant lovers in the community. Share your favorite care tips, swap stories, and discover new greenery to brighten your home.

NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!-Participation is limited to 20 attendees on a first-come, first-served basis. Get ready to embrace rustic winter charm! Join us for a fun and festive crafting session where we’ll transform recycled tin cans into adorable primitive-style snowmen. Using simple materials and a touch of creativity, you’ll create a unique decoration perfect for the season. All supplies provided. No crafting experience needed—just bring your imagination!

Homespun Workings-Primitive Snowman

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Community Room A & B at Onsite

Age Group:

Adults (Ages 18+)
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Description:

NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!-Participation is limited to 20 attendees on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Stuffie Sleepover

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite

Age Group:

Children (Ages 0-5)
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us for a special storytime with your stuffie! After storytime, stuffies will get to spend the night at the library with their friends. Pick them up anytime on Thursday along with a keepsake from their sleepover.

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Instrument Investigators: Percussion Instruments

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite

Age Group:

Children (Ages 6-11)
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Description:

Join us for a musical adventure brought to you by Aurelius Arts Academy. This week we will be exploring percussion instruments. This session is our final installment of Instrument Investigators.

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Talent Show

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium 1, 2, & Stage at Onsite

Age Group:

Children (Ages 6-11)
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Auditorium 1, 2, & Stage
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: Games & Competitions
Description:
Celebrate the end of Peabody Public Library's 2026 Winter Reading Program with a talent show! Show off your amazing talents to try to win first prize! Participants must be between the ages of 0-18.
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Teen Tuesday - Bookflix

4:30pm–5:30pm
Young Adult (ages 12 -18)
Books & Reading
Registration Required
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Teen Lounge
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12 -18)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Description:

A teen run book club where you get to keep the book! 

This month we'll discuss "Mystery Royale" by Kaitlyn Cavalancia.

We'll pass out the next book, "The Lake" by Natasha Preston.

 

Friends of the Library Book Sale

9:00am–6:00pm
General Interest (All Ages)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Friends Bookroom
Age Group: General Interest (All Ages)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Find a "New to you" book!

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years. 

Baby Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years. 

Baby Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.

Teen Tuesday - Quirky Crafts

4:30pm–5:30pm
Young Adult (ages 12 -18)
Books & Reading
Registration Required
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Teen Lounge
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12 -18)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Description:

Calling all creative teens! 🎨 Join us for Teen Tuesday: Quirky Crafts, a fun and relaxed craft session just for teens. This month, we’re making Sharpie art!

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years. 

Baby Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years. 

Baby Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.

Otherwordly Book Club!

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults (Ages 18+)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

This month's discussion: "The Heartbeat Library" By: Laura Imai Messina

“When we cry, we save ourselves a little.”

-Laura Imai Messina

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years. 

Baby Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years. 

I'm Booked

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children (Ages 6-11)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Let's spend the afternoon reading! Grab some snacks, your most cozy blanket, and all of your favorite books!

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Onsite

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Onsite, Virtual, Offsite
Description:

PPL will be closed on Monday, May 25th in honor of Memorial Day.  We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26th at 9 am.

Teen Tuesday - Game Night

4:30pm–5:30pm
Young Adult (ages 12 -18)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Teen Lounge
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12 -18)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Teen Tuesday: Game Night featuring a Pringle taste test! Learn the rules, play with friends, and enjoy a low-pressure night of fun. No prior experience required.

Coffee and Cadavers Book Club

10:00am–11:00am
Adults (Ages 18+)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Curl up with a cup of coffee and join us as we unravel puzzling plots, curious crimes, and page-turning mysteries. Each month we’ll dive into a new whodunit or suspenseful tale, sharing theories, favorite twists, and plenty of lively discussion.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years. 

Baby Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years. 

Baby Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children (Ages 0-5)
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Onsite
Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.