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Craft Supply Swap Logo

Craft Supply Swap!

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room A & B at Onsite
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 18+), General Interest (All Ages)

Attention Crafters!

Are you cleaning out your craft closet?  Do you have leftovers from a recent project?  Come to the Peabody Public Library's Craft Supply Swap!  

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

Attention Crafters!

Are you cleaning out your craft closet?  Do you have leftovers from a recent project?  Come to the Peabody Public Library's Craft Supply Swap!  

This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group
Come to the library to pick up the supplies to make a fun craft in the comfort of your own home.  We will supply the instructions and supplies; you supply the creativity!*  The package will contain everything you need to make your own book page roses!  The Take and Make craft will be available while supplies last.   *This craft requires your own pair of scissors and a hot glue gun.

Take and Make: Book Paper Flowers

All Day
Onsite
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 18+)

Come to the library to pick up the supplies to make a fun craft in the comfort of your own home.

We will supply the instructions and supplies; you supply the creativity!*

Library Branch: Onsite
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Come to the library to pick up the supplies to make a fun craft in the comfort of your own home.

We will supply the instructions and supplies; you supply the creativity!*

This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group
yellow circle with a picture of a baby reading a book in the middle the words baby storytime surrounding the picture with white stars separating the words

Baby Story Time

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Children (Ages 0-5)

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.

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.

This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group
yellow circle background with a blue house and open book inside the blue house. the words Homeschool Happenings under the house

Homeschool Happenings - STEAM

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11)

Ready to crack the code? Homeschool students will explore beginner coding concepts with interactive, kid-friendly activities. No prior experience required!

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

Ready to crack the code? Homeschool students will explore beginner coding concepts with interactive, kid-friendly activities. No prior experience required!

This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group
Logo with a ball of yarn and decorative crochet lines above and below the words ‘Create & Connect Crochet.’

Create and Connect: Crochet

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room A at Onsite
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 18+)

Are you a crocheter looking for a group to create with?  Come join us to work on your own project or work on the project of the month.  

This group is intended for people of all experience levels and styles.

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

Are you a crocheter looking for a group to create with?  Come join us to work on your own project or work on the project of the month.  

This group is intended for people of all experience levels and styles.

This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group
hands putting together a puzzle with the words "puzzle palooza" underneath them, in navy blue font

Puzzle Palooza

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (Ages 0-5)

Let's have a puzzle party! Puzzles can help little ones with fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and problem solving.

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

Let's have a puzzle party! Puzzles can help little ones with fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and problem solving.

This event is in the "Young Adult (ages 12 -18)" group
Black background with the words "Mystery Royale" by Kaitlyn Cavalancia

Teen Tuesday - Bookflix

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Lounge at Onsite
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Young Adult (ages 12 -18)

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.

 

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.

 

This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group
candle making class

Wax & Wicks: Tea Cup Candles!

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Community Room A & B at Onsite
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 18+)

NO Registration Required!

Space is limited to 15 participants and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure fairness, participants must be present to secure a spot.

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

NO Registration Required!

Space is limited to 15 participants and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure fairness, participants must be present to secure a spot.

This event is in the "General Interest (All Ages)" group
Stacks of books on a table

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 9:00am - 6:00pm
Friends Bookroom at Onsite
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
General Interest (All Ages)

Find a "New to you" book!

Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Friends Bookroom
Age Group: General Interest (All Ages)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

Find a "New to you" book!

This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group
orange circle with a picture of a kids in the middle the words toddler storytime surrounding the picture with white stars separating the words

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Children (Ages 0-5)

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. 

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. 

This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group
yellow background with splatters of various paint colors and the words "Art Lab" on top

Art Lab: Experimenting with Potion Jars!

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11)

Join us every month to experiment and play with different art styles, techniques, and tools. Let's enjoy the process of learning new art skills while also creating a masterpiece you get to take home. 

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

Join us every month to experiment and play with different art styles, techniques, and tools. Let's enjoy the process of learning new art skills while also creating a masterpiece you get to take home. 

This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group
Antique Typewriter with Paper

Paperback Writers Workshop

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cattail Corner - Adult Services at Onsite
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 18+)

Join us for our Paperback Writers Summer Writing workshop lead by a local author!

This event is free and does NOT require a library to attend.

Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Cattail Corner - Adult Services
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Description:

Join us for our Paperback Writers Summer Writing workshop lead by a local author!

This event is free and does NOT require a library to attend.

This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group
yellow circle with a picture of a baby reading a book in the middle the words baby storytime surrounding the picture with while stars separating the words

Baby Story Time

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Children (Ages 0-5)

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.

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.

This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group
orange circle with a picture of a kids in the middle the words toddler storytime surrounding the picture with white stars separating the words

Toddler Storytime

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Children (Ages 0-5)

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. 

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. 

This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group
a board game background with the words "Bored? Let's Board!" in bold letters written across it.

Bored? Let's Board!

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite
Program Type:
Games & Competitions
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11)

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of friendly competition and fun! Join us at the library to explore our collection of classic and modern board games! 

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

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of friendly competition and fun! Join us at the library to explore our collection of classic and modern board games! 

This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group
Speed Puzzling

Speed Puzzling!

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room A at Onsite
Program Type:
Games & Competitions
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 18+)

Put your jigsaw skills to the test!  It's a race against the clock to complete a 500-piece puzzle.  

Please register your team of 1 to 4 members.  

Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Games & Competitions
Description:

Put your jigsaw skills to the test!  It's a race against the clock to complete a 500-piece puzzle.  

Please register your team of 1 to 4 members.  

This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group
On what looks to be a clay background, lay a variety of different spring flowers with the words "Mother's Day Craft" in the center.

Mother's Day Craft

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Youth Services Area at Onsite
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11)

Bring in that special motherly figure in your life & join us for some fun Mother's Day Crafts! Drop in when you can and create at your own pace!

Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Youth Services Area
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Bring in that special motherly figure in your life & join us for some fun Mother's Day Crafts! Drop in when you can and create at your own pace!

This event is in the "General Interest (All Ages)" group
MASTER GARDENER SERIES

Master Gardener Series

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Auditorium 1, 2, & Stage at Onsite
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
General Interest (All Ages)

Multiply Your Garden with: Randi Engelhardt

Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Auditorium 1, 2, & Stage
Age Group: General Interest (All Ages)
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Description:

Multiply Your Garden with: Randi Engelhardt

This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group
yellow circle with a picture of a baby reading a book in the middle the words baby storytime surrounding the picture with white stars separating the words

Baby Story Time

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Children (Ages 0-5)

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.

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.

This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group
crafting connections

Crafting Connections

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Community Room A at Onsite
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 18+)

Bring your project and your personality—whether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross stitch, or just like to keep your hands busy. This is a relaxed, no-pressure time to craft, and socialize for an hour and a half.

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

Bring your project and your personality—whether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross stitch, or just like to keep your hands busy. This is a relaxed, no-pressure time to craft, and socialize for an hour and a half.

This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group
yellow circle background with a blue house and open book inside the blue house. the words Homeschool Happenings under the house

Homeschool Happenings - Life Skills

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11)

Join us for Captain Cash - Part Two, a homeschool program that introduces the fundamentals of personal finance.

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

Join us for Captain Cash - Part Two, a homeschool program that introduces the fundamentals of personal finance.

This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group
Speed Puzzling

Speed Puzzling!

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room A & B at Onsite
Program Type:
Games & Competitions
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 18+)

Put your jigsaw skills to the test!  It's a race against the clock to complete a 500-piece puzzle.  

Please register your team of 1 to 4 members.  

Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Games & Competitions
Description:

Put your jigsaw skills to the test!  It's a race against the clock to complete a 500-piece puzzle.  

Please register your team of 1 to 4 members.  

This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group
On a navy blue background, in the left hand corner the words "EXPLORARTION STATION" are written in bold pink letters. Beneath that is an image child playing with various toy amphibians in a bucket of water. Beside that is a photobooth reel of different children playing with differing sensory and fine motor activities

Exploration Station

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (Ages 0-5)

Attention toddlers!

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

Attention toddlers!

This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group
American Dirt

A Novel Idea

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cattail Corner - Adult Services at Onsite
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 18+)

"A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies...The man who never reads lives only one." - George R.R. Martin

 

Library Branch: Onsite
Room: Cattail Corner - Adult Services
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Books & Reading
Description:

"A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies...The man who never reads lives only one." - George R.R. Martin