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SUMMARY:Beachcombing for Signs of Life (VIRTUAL)
DESCRIPTION:Beachcombing for Signs of Life (VIRTUAL)\nTuesday\, June 24\n7:00—8:00 PM\nVirtual Program\n\n\nExplore best practices when combing the beach in search of wildlife clues and leave with recommendations from Mass Audubon teacher naturalists on the best places to explore. \nAbout the Presenter: \nDoug Lowry is a Senior Naturalist based at Mass Audubon’s North River Sanctuary\, Senior Field Instructor for the National Outdoor Leadership School\, and a Master Educator for the Leave No Trace program. He lives in the coastal zone on Massachusetts’ South Shore. He has spent over 3\,000 days on wilderness expeditions and is a grateful student of life-long bird study. \nVirtual registration required. Register HERE. Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RFyk0OL8SOCYXlXruBlJ0Q
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/beachcombing-for-signs-of-life-virtual/
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SUMMARY:Creating a Tech-Healthy Family (VIRTUAL)
DESCRIPTION:Creating a Tech-Healthy Family (VIRTUAL)\nTuesday\, June 17\n7:00—8:00 PM\nVirtual Program\n\n\nAre you tired of screens taking over? Are you wondering how to help their kids thrive in a digital world? Gain the confidence and tools you need to tackle tech head-on with our Tech-Healthy Family Formula. This formula provides five steps parents can take to help reduce screen time\, restore family time\, and finally feel peace of mind. \nParents will learn how to: \n  \n\nCreate a family tech plan with their kids\nTake a slow-tech approach to introduce technology\nTeach their children about digital dangers and distractions\n\nAbout the Presenter: \nAndrea Davis is a former secondary ed teacher turned screen time navigator. She is the founder of Better Screen Time where she shares family-tested ideas from the (tech) trenches as a mom of five. She is on a mission to help parents worry less about tech and connect more with their kids. Andrea is the author of Creating a Tech-Healthy Family and is certified by the Digital Wellness Institute. Andrea and her husband\, Tyler\, live in beautiful Hood River\, Oregon where they love spending time outdoors as a family. \nThis program is brought to you in collaboration with the Groton Public Library. We are also thrilled to be partnering with a multitude of additional MA & NH Libraries to bring this program to our communities. \nVirtual registration required. Register HERE. Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6017393010353/WN_sV4OWR7ATRiRtJndSkB-Lg
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/creating-a-tech-healthy-family-virtual/
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SUMMARY:D&D: Roaming Realms (Grades 7-12)
DESCRIPTION:D&D: Roaming Realms (Grades 7-12)\nThursday\, June 12\n3:30—5:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nFor Grades 7-12. This program is registration only; please scroll to the bottom of the page to register. Space is limited so register right away!\n \nJoin the adventure guild and explore the Roaming Realms! All you need is your wit and a level 5 character sheet. Premade character sheets will be provided as well. This D&D club is for new players as well as experienced ones. \nD&D will be held in person in the programming room on the first floor of the library. When registering\, please use an email address you check frequently. Emails cannot be sent to school email addresses as they will not receive outside emails. If you cannot attend this game but would like to know about all future D&D programs at the library\, you can sign up for our mailing list. Click here to sign up for our mailing list. \nSupplies…\n \n \n\n\nRegistration for this event opens Sunday\, May 25 at 9:00 AM.
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/2097/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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SUMMARY:Spring Gratitude Event for Members & Book Sale Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:The Board of The Friends of the Newburyport Public Library (FOL) values the efforts and support of all our FOL Members and Book Sale volunteers. To celebrate the success of our Spring Book Sale and the progress of our Annual Appeal campaign\, we would like to show our appreciation for your continued support by hosting the FOL Spring Gratitude Event in your honor. \nMonday\, June 9\, 2025\n7:00 – 8:30 PM\nNewburyport Public Library – Program Room \nPlease join us in the Program Room anytime between 7:00 – 8:30 PM. Refreshments will be served. Door prizes will be drawn every 30 minutes\, giving everyone a chance to win! \nAll 2025 FOL Members and past Book Sale Volunteers are invited to register for the event. Beginning Monday\, May 19th at 9:00 AM\, you can REGISTER HERE  or in person at the library circulation desk. \nThe last day to register for this event is Wednesday\, June 4\, 2025. \nWhether you volunteer for a book sale event\, donate a book in someone’s honor\, or become a dedicated supporter\, FOL greatly appreciates your participation. If you are not currently an FOL member and would like to join\, click HERE for membership details or pick up a membership brochure in the library lobby. \nOver the past few months\, we have been highlighting some of the programs and services FOL is proud to support at the library: programs offering discount museum passes\, free in-home TV streaming services with Kanopy as well as a summer reading program for kids and teens. Without your memberships\, donations and volunteer support\, these FOL-funded programs and services would not be possible. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the FOL Spring Gratitude Event! \nThe Friends of the Newburyport Public Library (FOL) is a separate\, volunteer-run nonprofit organization that provides supplementary funding for selected library materials\, programs and activities. We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization registered in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts\, so all contributions to FOL are tax deductible. \n 
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/spring-gratitude-event-for-members-book-sale-volunteers/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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SUMMARY:D&D: Roaming Realms (Grades 7-12)
DESCRIPTION:D&D: Roaming Realms (Grades 7-12)\nThursday\, June 5\n\n3:30—5:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\nFor Grades 7-12. This program is registration only; please scroll to the bottom of the page to register. Space is limited so register right away!\n \nJoin the adventure guild and explore the Roaming Realms! All you need is your wit and a level 5 character sheet. Premade character sheets will be provided as well. This D&D club is for new players as well as experienced ones. \nD&D will be held in person in the programming room on the first floor of the library. When registering\, please use an email address you check frequently. Emails cannot be sent to school email addresses as they will not receive outside emails. If you cannot attend this game but would like to know about all future D&D programs at the library\, you can sign up for our mailing list. Click here to sign up for our mailing list. \nSupplies…\n \n \n\n\nRegistration for this event opens Sunday\, May 25 at 9:00 AM.
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/dd-roaming-realms-grades-7-12-11/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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SUMMARY:All About Mushrooms with Field Naturalist Jonathan Kranz (IN PERSON)
DESCRIPTION:All About Mushrooms with Field Naturalist Jonathan Kranz (IN PERSON)\nTuesday\, June 3\n6:00—7:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nThey’re mushrooms\, the fruiting bodies of an otherwise invisible world of fungi hidden in our forests\, lawns…and flowerpots. \nJoin Mass Audubon Field Naturalist Jonathan Kranz as he reveals what mushrooms are and how they live; reviews the most common and most spectacular mushrooms in our region of New England; identifies the most delicious mushrooms to eat; and teaches the basics of safe mushroom foraging! \nAbout the Presenter: \nJonathan Kranz is a Mass Audubon Certified Field Naturalist who leads mushroom walks and talks throughout southern New England. He currently serves as vice president of the oldest mushroom club in North America\, the Boston Mycological Club\, and is a board member of the Pioneer Valley Mycological Association. \n \nThe Library has assistive listening technology for individuals with reduced ranges of hearing that sends sound directly to a hearing device. Contact the library at 978 465-4428 ext. 2 before the program to learn more about this and other assistive technology options. Come and enjoy the theater-like screen and sound system with fellow film buffs. This free event will be held in the Program Room and all are welcome! \n \n  \n\n\n\nNo Registration Required
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/all-about-mushrooms-with-field-naturalist-jonathan-kranz-in-person/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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SUMMARY:D&D: Academy (Grades 5 & 6)
DESCRIPTION:D&D: Academy (Grades 5 & 6)\nThursday\, May 29\n3:30—5:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nThis adventure is for rising 5 & 6 graders. This program is registration only; please scroll to the bottom of the page to register. Space is limited so register right away!\n \nYou’re on your way to Waterdeep when you stop in a small\, remote village and cannot proceed forward. What does this village have in store for you? All you need is a level 3 character sheet. Premade character sheets will be provided as well. This D&D club is for new players as well as experienced ones. \nWhen registering\, please use an email address you check frequently. Emails cannot be sent to school email addresses as they will not receive outside emails. If you cannot attend this game but would like to know about all future D&D programs at the library\, you can sign up for our mailing list. Click here to be added to our mailing list. \nSupplies… \n \n\n\nRegistration for this event is full. To add your name to the wait list\, submit the form below. \nIf you add your name to to the wait list and we are able to move you to the attendee list at a later date\, you will receive an email from us confirming your attendance at this event. \n\nRegistrant First Name \n\nRegistrant Last NameRegistrant EmailRegistrant TelephoneIf this event is canceled\, we will use the contact information you provide to get in touch with you.Total number of attendees you are registering (include yourself if you are attending)8 maximum per registration\nHave you included yourself in the number of those attending? Yes No\nContinue
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/dd-academy-grades-5-6-10/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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SUMMARY:FOL Board Meeting
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URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/fol-board-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250527T190000
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SUMMARY:Champions of Change (VIRTUAL)
DESCRIPTION:Champions of Change (VIRTUAL)\nTuesday\, May 27 \n7:00—8:00 PM\nVirtual Program\n\n\nDelve into the stories of Elizabeth Cady Stanton\, Lucy Stone\, and Frances Ellen Watkins Harper. Learn how three women fought for women’s rights but ended up fighting with each other. Professor Charlotte Gordon returns to Groton to discuss her newest research on these famous suffragettes. \nAbout the Presenter: \nA graduate of Harvard College\, Charlotte Gordon received a master’s degree in creative writing and a Ph.D. in history and literature from Boston University. She has been a frequent guest on NPR and the CBC\, including spots on Weekend Edition and The Current. From 1999-2002 she was Elie Wiesel’s teaching assistant at Boston University. Currently\, she is the Distinguished Professor of Humanities at Endicott College. \nThis program is brought to you in collaboration with the Groton Public Library. We are also thrilled to be partnering with a multitude of additional MA & NH Libraries to bring this program to our communities. \nVirtual registration required. Register HERE. Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1617393008581/WN_f2npP8LrTdOJk9Pvo8YLIQ
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/champions-of-change-virtual/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250522T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250522T170000
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SUMMARY:D&D: Roaming Realms (Grades 7-12)
DESCRIPTION:D&D: Roaming Realms (Grades 7-12)\nThursday\, May 22\n3:30—5:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nFor Grades 7-12. This program is registration only; please scroll to the bottom of the page to register. Space is limited so register right away!\n \nJoin the adventure guild and explore the Roaming Realms! All you need is your wit and a level 5 character sheet. Premade character sheets will be provided as well. This D&D club is for new players as well as experienced ones. \nD&D will be held in person in the programming room on the first floor of the library. When registering\, please use an email address you check frequently. Emails cannot be sent to school email addresses as they will not receive outside emails. \nIf you cannot attend this game but would like to know about all future D&D programs at the library\, you can sign up for our mailing list. Click here to sign up for our mailing list.\n \nSupplies…\n \n \n\n\nRegistration for this event is full. To add your name to the wait list\, submit the form below. \nIf you add your name to to the wait list and we are able to move you to the attendee list at a later date\, you will receive an email from us confirming your attendance at this event. \n\nRegistrant First Name \n\nRegistrant Last NameRegistrant EmailRegistrant TelephoneIf this event is canceled\, we will use the contact information you provide to get in touch with you.
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/dd-roaming-realms-grades-7-12-10/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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SUMMARY:Maker Monday: Flower Frogs (IN PERSON)
DESCRIPTION:Maker Monday: Flower Frogs (IN PERSON)\nMonday\, May 19\n6:30—8:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nJoin the Newburyport Public Library for some creative fun with Maker Mondays. \nThis month we will be creating air dry clay flower frogs. Flower frogs may not croak like their name implies but they are a great way to enhance your flower arrangements at home. Whether prettily painted or embossed with patterns\, this craft will help you bring spring and character into your homes. This is a staff lead program\, and all materials will be provided by the library. \n  \n \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event has now closed.
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/2083/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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SUMMARY:D&D: Academy (Grades 5 & 6)
DESCRIPTION:D&D: Academy (Grades 5 & 6)\nThursday\, May 15\n3:30—5:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nThis adventure is for rising 5 & 6 graders. This program is registration only; please scroll to the bottom of the page to register. Space is limited so register right away!\n \nYou’re on your way to Waterdeep when you stop in a small\, remote village and cannot proceed forward. What does this village have in store for you? All you need is a level 3 character sheet. Premade character sheets will be provided as well. This D&D club is for new players as well as experienced ones. \nWhen registering\, please use an email address you check frequently. Emails cannot be sent to school email addresses as they will not receive outside emails. If you cannot attend this game but would like to know about all future D&D programs at the library\, you can sign up for our mailing list. Click here to be added to our mailing list. \nSupplies…
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/dd-academy-grades-5-6-9/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250513T190000
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SUMMARY:Inspired Garden Design (VIRTUAL)
DESCRIPTION:Inspired Garden Design (VIRTUAL)\nTuesday\, May 13\n7:00—8:00 PM\nVirtual Program\n\n\nStunning gardens will be our classroom for emphasizing striking design essentials that elevate gardens from ordinary to sublime\, regardless of the hardiness zone or sunlight conditions. We will consider texture\, movement\, color\, repetition\, focal points\, vertical elements and more. \nAbout the Presenter: \nKerry Ann is a ‘passionate perennialist’ with over 25 years of hands-on experience. As a consultant\, designer\, and teacher\, she specializes in low-maintenance\, sustainable garden and landscape design\, incorporating perennials\, ornamental grasses\, flowering shrubs\, bulbs\, and no-fuss annuals. Kerry Ann has given lectures\, workshops and classes throughout New England\, across the United States and even in Canada. Since 2015 she has presented over 400 lectures to more than 40\,000 gardeners in 23 states and Canada. In 2014 she received the Gold Medal Award from the Massachusetts Horticultural Society recognizing individuals who have contributed to excellence in horticulture. Kerry Ann was specifically acknowledged for “Exceptional teaching and writing that increases public enjoyment and appreciation of horticulture.” Kerry Ann has consulted and designed gardens for thousands of clients all over the Northeast during the past 25 years. \nThis program is brought to you in collaboration with the Groton Public Library. We are also thrilled to be partnering with a multitude of additional MA & NH Libraries to bring this program to our communities. \nVirtual registration required. Register HERE. Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5017393003527/WN_iBHZDsG4SuaGJahwPKXvKg \n 
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/inspired-garden-design-virtual/
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SUMMARY:Brunch! (VIRTUAL)
DESCRIPTION:Brunch! (VIRTUAL)\nMonday\, May 12\n6:00—7:00 PM\nVirtual Program \n\n\nLearn all about building your own eggs benedict\, complete with how to make hollandaise sauce and poach an egg. Class is paired with Chef Kelcy’s famous Garlic Cheddar Chive Scones and seasonal vegetables. \nAbout the Presenter: \nChef Kelcy is a Lowell-based Farm Chef\, Baker\, and Food Educator!  She runs her personal business\, Chef Kelcy\, as well as being the Farm Chef and Kitchen Manager at Wright-Locke Farm in Winchester\, MA. She greatly enjoys the pleasure of working in her community doing all of the things she loves; cooking for wonderful clients\, teaching others to cook\, working with local farmers and small businesses\, and of course\, supporting the place she is lucky enough to call home base\, Wright-Locke Farm. \nVirtual registration required. Register HERE. Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ifYJhIY-SNGOCpLUbsp-TQ \n 
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/brunch-virtual/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250508T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250508T170000
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SUMMARY:D&D: Roaming Realms (Grades 7-12)
DESCRIPTION:D&D: Roaming Realms (Grades 7-12)\nThursday\, May 8\n3:30—5:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nFor Grades 7-12. This program is registration only; please scroll to the bottom of the page to register. Space is limited so register right away!\n \nJoin the adventure guild and explore the Roaming Realms! All you need is your wit and a level 5 character sheet. Premade character sheets will be provided as well. This D&D club is for new players as well as experienced ones. \nD&D will be held in person in the programming room on the first floor of the library. When registering\, please use an email address you check frequently. Emails cannot be sent to school email addresses as they will not receive outside emails. \nIf you cannot attend this game but would like to know about all future D&D programs at the library\, you can sign up for our mailing list. Click here to sign up for our mailing list.\n \nSupplies…
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/dd-roaming-realms-grades-7-12-9/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250506T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T204539Z
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SUMMARY:Raptors Rule (IN PERSON)
DESCRIPTION:Raptors Rule (IN PERSON)\nTuesday\, May 6\n6:00—7:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nSpring is in the air! \nMeet our amazing owl and raptor species up close while learning all about them. This program illuminates some of the many amazing adaptations that allow the animals here to not only survive but thrive! \n  \nAbout Tailwinds: \nTailwinds Raptor Education & Conservation emphasizes the importance of conservation education for fostering environmental literacy. Through educational programs featuring non-releasable raptors\, the organization connects the community with these birds up close. \n  \n \nThe Library has assistive listening technology for individuals with reduced ranges of hearing that sends sound directly to a hearing device. Contact the library at 978 465-4428 ext. 2 before the program to learn more about this and other assistive technology options. Come and enjoy the theater-like screen and sound system with fellow film buffs. This free event will be held in the Program Room and all are welcome!
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/raptors-rule-in-person/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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SUMMARY:Linocut Printmaking (IN PERSON)
DESCRIPTION:Linocut Printmaking (IN PERSON)\nMonday\, May 5\n6:00—8:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nIn this class students will be introduced to the printmaking process of linocut. The class will cover techniques in carving linoleum\, composition\, ink mixing\, and printing. At their own pace students will learn how to create a design and carve it in linoleum using carving tools. Students will learn how to ink and print their linoleum blocks by hand. In a relaxed and welcoming environment students will create many beautiful prints of their own as well as collaborate with their classmates. This class is suitable for beginners and can be adjusted for all levels of experience. \nAbout the Presenter: \nBrooke is a professional printmaker and painter. She holds a BFA from Massachusetts College of Art and Design and shows her work widely in New England\, New York\, and beyond. Brooke works in Studio 447 at Western Avenue Studios & Lofts in her current city of Lowell\, MA. She is currently represented by The Society of American Graphics Artists and Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition in New York. Brooke is a sponsored artist by Akua Inks and Speedball Art Products. She has eleven years of teaching experience and currently teaches art workshops and holds artist demos at several locations in MA\, NH\, and ME. \n  \nRegistration is required for this program and attendance is capped. Please register below. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/linocut-printmaking-in-person/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250430T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250430T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T190551Z
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SUMMARY:Boba Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Boba Day Celebration\nWednesday\, April 30\n3:30—5:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\nFor tweens & teens in grades 4-12. \nLets celebrate National Boba Day with some boba bingo and some sweet treats! There will be prizes. \n\n\nNo Registration Required
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/boba-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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SUMMARY:D&D: Academy (Grades 5 & 6)
DESCRIPTION:D&D: Academy (Grades 5 & 6)\nThursday\, April 24\n3:30—5:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nThis adventure is for rising 5 & 6 graders. This program is registration only; please scroll to the bottom of the page to register. Space is limited so register right away!\n \nYou’re on your way to Waterdeep when you stop in a small\, remote village and cannot proceed forward. What does this village have in store for you? All you need is a level 3 character sheet. Premade character sheets will be provided as well. This D&D club is for new players as well as experienced ones. \nWhen registering\, please use an email address you check frequently. Emails cannot be sent to school email addresses as they will not receive outside emails. If you cannot attend this game but would like to know about all future D&D programs at the library\, you can sign up for our mailing list. Click here to be added to our mailing list. \nSupplies… \n\n \n\n\nRegistration for this event opens Sunday\, March 30 at 9:00 AM.
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/dd-academy-grades-5-6-8/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250422T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250422T200000
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SUMMARY:Motown Hits With History (IN PERSON)
DESCRIPTION:Motown Hits With History (IN PERSON)\nTuesday\, April 22\n7:00—8:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nIn this one hour concert\, Melodious Zach will perform Motown favorites\, and entertain you with Motown trivia. \nAbout Melodious Zach: \nMelodious Zach has been performing music professionally since 2004. In 2015\, he received the ASCAP Plus award for songwriters and independent recording artists. His music video “Hum It” was featured on NH Chronicle\, followed up by NH Magazine’s featuring his “20 Greatest Hits!” which was a #1 album on Amazon’s new Bubblegum CD chart. \nThe Library has assistive listening technology for individuals with reduced ranges of hearing that sends sound directly to a hearing device. Contact the library at 978 465-4428 ext. 2 before the program to learn more.
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/motown-hits-with-history-in-person/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250417T170000
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SUMMARY:D&D: Roaming Realms (Grades 7-12)
DESCRIPTION:D&D: Roaming Realms (Grades 7-12)\nThursday\, April 17\n3:30—5:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nFor Grades 7-12. This program is registration only; please scroll to the bottom of the page to register. Space is limited so register right away!\n \nJoin the adventure guild and explore the Roaming Realms! All you need is your wit and a level 5 character sheet. Premade character sheets will be provided as well. This D&D club is for new players as well as experienced ones. \nD&D will be held in person in the programming room on the first floor of the library. When registering\, please use an email address you check frequently. Emails cannot be sent to school email addresses as they will not receive outside emails. \nIf you cannot attend this game but would like to know about all future D&D programs at the library\, you can sign up for our mailing list. Click here to sign up for our mailing list.\n \nSupplies…\n \n \n\n\nRegistration for this event opens Sunday\, March 30 at 9:00 AM.
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/dd-roaming-realms-grades-7-12-8/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250410T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250410T170000
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SUMMARY:D&D: Academy (Grades 5 & 6)
DESCRIPTION:D&D: Academy (Grades 5 & 6)\nThursday\, April 10\n3:30—5:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nThis adventure is for rising 5 & 6 graders. This program is registration only; please scroll to the bottom of the page to register. Space is limited so register right away!\n \nYou’re on your way to Waterdeep when you stop in a small\, remote village and cannot proceed forward. What does this village have in store for you? All you need is a level 3 character sheet. Premade character sheets will be provided as well. This D&D club is for new players as well as experienced ones. \nWhen registering\, please use an email address you check frequently. Emails cannot be sent to school email addresses as they will not receive outside emails. If you cannot attend this game but would like to know about all future D&D programs at the library\, you can sign up for our mailing list. Click here to be added to our mailing list. \nSupplies… \n\n \n\n\nRegistration for this event opens Sunday\, March 30 at 9:00 AM.
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/dd-academy-grades-5-6-7/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250403T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250403T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T044254
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SUMMARY:D&D: Roaming Realms (Grades 7-12)
DESCRIPTION:D&D: Roaming Realms (Grades 7-12)\nThursday\, April 3\n3:30—5:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nFor Grades 7-12. This program is registration only; please scroll to the bottom of the page to register. Space is limited so register right away!\n \nJoin the adventure guild and explore the Roaming Realms! All you need is your wit and a level 5 character sheet. Premade character sheets will be provided as well. This D&D club is for new players as well as experienced ones. \nD&D will be held in person in the programming room on the first floor of the library. When registering\, please use an email address you check frequently. Emails cannot be sent to school email addresses as they will not receive outside emails. \nIf you cannot attend this game but would like to know about all future D&D programs at the library\, you can sign up for our mailing list. Click here to sign up for our mailing list.\n \nSupplies…\n \n \n\n\nRegistration for this event opens Sunday\, March 30 at 9:00 AM.
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/dd-roaming-realms-grades-7-12-7/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250401T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250401T190000
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SUMMARY:100 Years of Boston Comedy (IN PERSON)
DESCRIPTION:100 Years of Boston Comedy (IN PERSON)\nTuesday\, April\n6:00—7:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nJoin the Newburyport Public Library for a night of facts and laughs. \nArts journalist Nick Zaino explores Boston’s long history of comedy\, from vaudeville to YouTube\, highlighting some of the personalities that have defined laughter in America for 100 years. Fred Allen found inspiration at the Boston Public Library to start his vaudeville career. Bob and Ray started their radio run in Gloucester at WHDH. Rusty Warren and Tom Lehrer shocked crowds in song. Norm Crosby and Bill Dana played the swinging supper clubs. Jay Leno\, Paula Poundstone\, Steven Wright\, Conan O’Brien\, Bo Burnham\, Ziwe – all are part of the fabric of Boston comedy lore. Their history is a mirror of the history of American entertainment. This is a one-hour presentation with time allotted afterward for a lively Q&A and discussion with Nick\, where you can dive deeper into the fascinating history of Boston’s comedy legends. \nAbout the Pesenter: \nNick Zaino is a veteran arts journalist who has covered comedy for The Boston Globe since 2001\, and also written for The Los Angeles Times\, WBUR’s ARTery blog\, The Boston Phoenix\, The Buffalo News\, and other outlets. He is currently writing a book as a companion piece to the 100 Years of Boston Comedy presentation\, and will launch Boston Comedy Radio\, a streaming station dedicated to recorded comedy by Boston-related artists\, in 2024. \n \n  \n\n\n\nNo Registration Required
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/100-years-of-boston-comedy-in-person/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Great Old Book Sale is Coming! - Donations & Sale Schedule
DESCRIPTION:The Great Old Book Sale Spring Event is coming! \nNewburyport Public Library \nProgram Room \n94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950 \n  \nBook Sale Donations \nSaturday\, March 22\, 9:30 am-4:30 pm \nMonday\, March 24\, 9:30 am-7:30 pm \nTuesday\, March 25\, 9:30 am-2:30 pm  \nAll donations must be brought in through the front door. \nHardcover\, paperback and audio books only; no other media\, textbooks or magazines will be accepted. No donations will be accepted after 2:30pm Tuesday.  Please\, 8 box limit. \n  \nFriends of the Library Members’ Sale \nWednesday\, March 26\, 2:00 pm-8:00 pm \nFOL Members Only. Membership can be purchased at the library. \nEntry numbers are available in the lobby starting at 12:00 pm Wednesday. \n  \nGeneral Sale \nThursday\, March 27\, 9:30 am-7:30 pm \nFriday\, March 28\, 9:30 am-4:30 pm \nSaturday\, March 29\, 9:30 am-2:30 pm \nVolunteers are always welcome. A volunteer sign-up book can be found in the library lobby next to the Book Sale poster or you can sign up online using Signup Genius HERE. \n 
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/spring-great-old-book-sale-donations-accepted/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250320T153000
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SUMMARY:D&D: Roaming Realms (Grades 7-12)
DESCRIPTION:D&D: Roaming Realms (Grades 7-12)\nThursday\, March 20\n3:30—5:00 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nFor Grades 7-12. This program is registration only; please scroll to the bottom of the page to register. Space is limited so register right away!\n \nJoin the adventure guild and explore the Roaming Realms! All you need is your wit and a level 5 character sheet. Premade character sheets will be provided as well. This D&D club is for new players as well as experienced ones. \nD&D will be held in person in the programming room on the first floor of the library. When registering\, please use an email address you check frequently. Emails cannot be sent to school email addresses as they will not receive outside emails. \nIf you cannot attend this game but would like to know about all future D&D programs at the library\, you can sign up for our mailing list. Click here to sign up for our mailing list.\n \nSupplies…\n \n \n\n\nCapacity: 4 of 6 spaces available. \nNote: Registering more attendees than spaces available will automatically place your attendees on this event’s wait list.
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/dd-roaming-realms-grades-7-12-6/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250318T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250318T164500
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Sour Birthday Party: Remix\nTuesday\, March 18\n3:30—4:45 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nLets try this again! For grades 5-12. \nOlivia Rodrigo and Chappell Roan’s birthdays were last month but we’re still gonna party like it’s February vacation! Hang out at the NPL and answer some trivia\, eat some yummy snacks\, and participate in some karaoke as we celebrate the two pop stars! \nRegistration isn’t required but doing so will give you an email reminder of the program. \nSupplies…
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/2021/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250317T193000
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SUMMARY:Maker Monday: Community Seed Swap and Seed Library Launch! (IN PERSON)
DESCRIPTION:Maker Monday: Community Seed Swap and Seed Library Launch! (IN PERSON)\nMonday\, March 17\n6:00—7:30 PM\nProgram Room Newburyport Public Library\n\n\nJoin the Newburyport Public Library for some creative fun with Maker Mondays. \nWe are officially launching our Seed Library on Monday\, March 17! Come by the Library between 6 – 7:30 PM to check out the seeds available in our Seed Library and bring your own to share. Stop in at our Seed Starting Station where you can get planting right away or get creative at our Craft Station and make your own plant markers for your garden. \nDue to limited supplies\, crafters will be limited to no more than five plant markers. This program will not have a limit on the number of seed starts per attendee\, but please be respectful of the time limit set for the program so staff will be able to clean up on time.
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/maker-monday-community-seed-swap-and-seed-library-launch-in-person/
LOCATION:Newburyport Public Library\, 94 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250310T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250310T201500
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SUMMARY:Boston Light: Three Centuries of History (VIRTUAL)
DESCRIPTION:Boston Light: Three Centuries of History (VIRTUAL)\nMonday\, March 10\n7:00—8:15 PM\nNewburyport Public Library\n\nBased on Jeremy’s book\, Boston Light: Three Centuries of History\, this talk focuses on Boston Light Station\, the site of the first lighthouse on the North American continent. Jeremy will trace its history through three centuries of tragedy\, rescues\, and colorful human-interest stories of keepers and their families. As you may know\, Jeremy D’Entremont is one of our very favorite speakers so we hope you’ll join us for for another great discussion! \nAbout Jeremy: \nJeremy D’Entremont is the president and historian of the American Lighthouse Foundation\, historian for the U.S. Lighthouse Society\, and the author of more than 20 books and hundreds of articles on lighthouses and maritime history. He’s the producer and host of the U.S. Lighthouse Society’s podcast\, Light Hearted. He has appeared on the popular Ghost Hunters TV show\, as well as Haunted Lighthouses of America on the Travel Channel. He has also appeared on the History Channel\, Public Television\, and National Public Radio speaking about lighthouses. \nThis program is brought to you in collaboration with the Tewksbury Public Library. We are also thrilled to be partnering with a multitude of additional MA & NH Libraries to bring this program to our communities. \nVirtual registration required. Register HERE. Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9017380021455/WN_ltGSv7H8TRqfowEWvV6_yQ
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/boston-light-three-centuries-of-history-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Historic Voices: Charlotte Bronte (VIRTUAL)
DESCRIPTION:Historic Voices: Charlotte Bronte (VIRTUAL)\nMonday\, March 10\n6:00—7:00 PM\nVirtual Program\n\n\nJoin the Newburyport Public Library and Historic Voices for an evening exploring a fascinating author: Charlotte Bronte \nMeet Charlotte Brontë\, the passionate authoress. Hear the story behind the written words\, and learn how she\, the middle child of six\, survived to share their collected narratives. Visit with Charlotte in 1847\, as she reflects on her emotionally-charged experiences as both student and teacher at various boarding schools. Share with her the joy of seeing her deeply personal novel\, Jane Eyre\, in published form. \nBio: \nLaura Keyes graduated from Northern Illinois University with a BA in English Literature\, and from UW-Madison with a Master’s Degree in Library Studies. She is a Librarian in Central Illinoi \nImage provided by to Robert Kaplafka \nVirtual registration required. Register HERE. \n\n\nhold for programs\nNo Registration Required
URL:https://www.newburyportfol.org/event/historic-voices-charlotte-bronte-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
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