Newburyport, Friends of the Library

Juggling Show
2024-07-18 18:00 - 19:00 UTC
Juggling Show (OFFSITE)
THURSDAY, JULY 18
6:00—7:00 PM
Bresnahan School

Bryson Lang will perform his unique and family-oriented comedy-juggling show, with lots of laughs and audience participation throughout the show!
This program will take place at the Bresnahan Elementary School, located at 333 High Street in Newburyport.
This program is co-presented with Newburyport Recreation and Youth Services and is funded in part by the Friends of the Newburyport Public Library.

No Registration Required

D&D: Academy (Grades 5 & 6)
2024-07-18 15:30 - 17:00
D&D: Academy (Grades 5 & 6)
THURSDAY, JULY 18
3:30—5:00 PM
Program Room, Newburyport Public Library

This adventure is for rising 5 & 6 graders. This program is registration only. Space is limited so register right away! The registration for this program is 7/18 and 8/1.
You have just been accepted to Everbright Academy – a renowned school for future adventurers. All you need is a level 1 character sheet. Premade character sheets will be provided as well. This D&D club is for new players as well as experienced ones.
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 be taken to the form.
Figures and dice…

CAPACITY: 5 of 6 spaces available.
NOTE: Registering more attendees than spaces available will automatically place your attendees on this event’s wait list.

Song Writing Workshop
2024-07-16 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-06-05 08:00 - 17:00
Song Writing Workshop (IN-PERSON)
TUESDAY, JULY 16
6:00—7:00 PM
Program Room
Newburyport Public Library

Briana Cash is an award-winning singer/songwriter, freelance music supervisor, and voting member of the Recording Academy and The Guild of Music Supervisors. Her songs have been covered by artists and she has had placements in TV, film and ads. To read more about Briana visit her website www.brianacash.com and her socials’s @BrianaCashMusic
This workshop will cover the approach of songwriting, how to start, what songwriting means to you and each individual’s songwriting goals.
The workshop is geared for teens and adults – beginner to advanced. Presentation style w/ Q&A – If you already have a song as a work in progress bring your track or instrument to play live. However, it is not a requirement.
Registration required. See link below.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Newburyport Library.
07/16/2024 | Song Writing Workshop (IN-PERSON) | Newburyport Public Library (assabetinteractive.com)

Anime Trivia
2024-07-16 15:00 - 17:00
Anime Trivia
TUESDAY, JULY 16
3:00—5:00 PM
Program Room, Newburyport Public Library

For rising grades 4-12.
It’s time to test your knowledge with Anime Trivia! Win prizes and eat snacks while playing anime name that tune, boba bingo, and more!
Prizes…

No Registration Required

Bookup Subscription Bag
2024-07-15
Bookup Subscription Bag
MONDAY, JULY 15
ALL DAY
Subscription Pickup
Newburyport Public Library

This subscription bag is for grades 6-12.

The BookUp Subscription Bag is your hookup for young adult books! Each bag will be filled with snacks, goodies, a craft, and books. Please click on the link below fill out a form for the bag and complete your registration. By answering the questions, it helps us pick out books we think you’ll love!
By filling out this form you are signing up for the August’s bag only. You will need to register again for any future bags.
August’s theme is… Games! Whether or not you consider yourself a gamer, the August bag is for you!
Sign ups for the August’s bag will end on July 31 or when we have reached capacity for this month’s subscription bags. Bags will be available for pickup at the front desk the week of August 5.
Click here to be directed towards our BookUp Registration form. You will receive an email when bags are ready to be picked up.
Supplies…

Puppet Show
2024-07-11 18:00 - 19:00
Puppet Show (OFFSITE)
THURSDAY, JULY 11
6:00—7:00 PM
Bresnahan School

Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and the gang for Puppet Story Time! Newton and his puppet friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids. At the end of the 30 minute show, kids are invited to say hi to Newton and give him a high-five. They can even stay after the show to play with some of Newton’s puppets during a hands-on Puppet Free Play session!
This program will take place at the Bresnahan Elementary School, located at 333 High Street in Newburyport.
This program is co-presented with Newburyport Recreation and Youth Services and is funded in part by The Friends of the Newburyport Public Library.

D&D: Before the Realms (Grades 7-12)
2024-07-11 15:30 - 17:00
D&D: Before the Realms (Grades 7-12)
THURSDAY, JULY 11
3:30—5:00 PM
Program Room, Newburyport Public Library

This adventure is for rising 7-12 graders. This program is registration only. Space is limited so register right away!
This campaign is for new or advanced players. You do not need to know the story of the Roaming Realms campaign to enjoy these summer games.
Before the Roaming Realms campaign, Leo Amberclaw was the leader of a very famous Adventurer’s Guild called the War Dogs. Play as Leo and many of the other Non-Playable Characters from the Roaming Realms games in a series of one shots of some of their biggest adventures.
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 be taken to the form.
Figures and dice…

CAPACITY: 4 of 6 spaces available.
NOTE: Registering more attendees than spaces available will automatically place your attendees on this event’s wait list.

Robert Frost on the Farm
2024-07-09 18:00 - 19:00
Robert Frost on the Farm (IN-PERSON)
TUESDAY, JULY 9
6:00—7:00 PM
Program Room
Newburyport Public Library

Robert Frost on the Farm
New Hampshire farming in 1900 as told by the poet.
While it makes spoken words sing like sauntering music, the poetry of Robert Frost also educates us about New England farming at the start of the 20th Century. (Hint: It was hard.) In celebration of both New England history and Robert Frost’s poetry, author and poet Jeffrey Zygmont recites a selection of Frost’s poems about farming. Frost’s expressive and much-loved poetry helps us appreciate the rigorous demands of farm life in our region a century ago. Recited from memory, each poem is accompanied by commentary about its artistic beauty, about the experiences and emotions it expresses, plus background on Frost that gives us insight into the poem’s origin and intention. The program includes a summary of Frost’s life. This lively discussion and recital of some of Robert Frost’s best poems is a celebration of both New Hampshire farming and Robert Frost’s unique gift for capturing it in poetry.
Jeffrey Zygmont is a New England writer and poet who has also published numerous poetry, fiction and non-fiction books (including some children’s books), and short stories. Working as a journalist, he has published articles in a long list of magazines and newspapers. He speaks regularly about poetry and art – especially to promote the works of American poets Edgar Allan Poe and Robert Frost – at venues around New England.

Registration required.
This program is funded by the Friends of the Newburyport Library.

Crafts & Snacks
2024-07-09 15:30 - 17:00
Crafts & Snacks
TUESDAY, JULY 9
3:30—5:00 PM
Program Room, Newburyport Public Library

For rising grades 5-12.
Crafts and snacks is for tweens & teens who love crafts and snacks! Bring your own craft or use some of the library’s supplies to make your own masterpiece.

No Registration Required

Tween & Teen Craft Pickup
2024-07-01 - 2024-07-03
Tween & Teen Craft Pickup
MONDAY, JULY 1—WEDNESDAY, JULY 3
ALL DAY
Teen Area, Newburyport Public Library

For tweens and teens in grades 5-12.
All week long, we have craft kits in the teen loft! Pick up your craft in the teen loft while supplies last. If you can’t come during this week, or you want to craft with others teens, consider coming to Crafts & Snacks on Tuesday, July 9th!
This week’s craft is… mandalas!

No Registration Required

D&D: Character Creator
2024-06-27 15:30 - 17:00
D&D: Character Creator
THURSDAY, JUNE 27
3:30—5:00 PM
Program Room
Newburyport Public Library

For rising grades 5-12.
Unsure how to calculate your character’s health? What does AC stand for? And what is the difference between passive wisdom and a perception check? Don’t worry, this is the perfect program to ask those questions! Hang out with teens who love D&D and make your next character sheet together.
Can’t make it to D&D: Character Builder but want to join in the D&D fun at the library? Join our mailing list. Click here to be taken to a quick form to fill out.
Funded by your donations to the Friends of the Newburyport Public Library.

No Registration Required

Board Meeting
2024-06-26 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-05-22 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-11-15 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-10-18 19:00 - 20:00

Chibi Manga Book Club
2024-06-25 15:30 - 16:30
Chibi Manga Book Club
TUESDAY, JUNE 25
3:30—4:30 PM
Program Room
Newburyport Public Library

For tweens and teens in grades 4-8. If you’re a fan of manga or anime, then this club is for you!
Games, snacks, and manga! Come discuss this month’s manga with us. (If you don’t have a chance to read it, you can still join us!) Manga will be located on the teen loft staff desk and will need to be checked out with a librarian. You can also order your copy of the book by clicking here.

June’s manga will be… Blue Exorcist, volume 1! Raised by Father Fujimoto, a famous exorcist, Rin Okumura never knew his real father. One day a fateful argument with Father Fujimoto forces Rin to face a terrible truth — the blood of the demon lord Satan runs in Rin’s veins! Rin swears to defeat Satan, but doing that means entering the mysterious True Cross Academy and becoming an exorcist himself. Can Rin fight demons and keep his infernal bloodline a secret? It won’t be easy, especially when drawing his father’s sword releases the demonic power within him!
Registration is requested but not required.
Funded by your donations to the Friends of the Newburyport Public Library.

Craft Buffet
2024-06-25 08:00 - 17:00
Craft Buffet
SATURDAY, JULY 27
2:00—3:30 PM
Children’s Activity Room, Newburyport Public Library

Stop by any time between 2:00 and 3:30 p.m. and choose from a variety of simple, no-mess crafts! This program is open to kids of all ages and abilities.
Snacks for this program were funded by the Friends of the Newburyport Public Library. No registration required.

Canobie Lake Screeemfest (Virtual)
2024-06-20 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
Haunted Experiences with Jeff DePaoli: Canobie Lake Screeemfest (VIRTUAL)
THURSDAY, JUNE 20
6:30—7:30 PM (Virtual)
Newburyport Public Library
For six weekends, Canobie Lake Park SCREEEMFEST (located in nearby Salem, NH) delivers family fun by day and a healthy dose of fear by night. You get TONS of rides, haunted houses, kid-friendly fun, live shows, roving monsters and much, much more. Join Michael Perron, Senior Supervisor of Screeemfest Design & Development, and Jeff DePaoli, host of “That Halloween Podcast”, as they talk all about these fantastic haunted experiences right in our backyard!
Canobie Lake Park in Salem, New Hampshire, is New England’s premier family amusement park with over 85 rides, games, live shows and attractions. For six weekends, Canobie Lake Park SCREEEMFEST delivers family fun by day and a healthy dose of fear by night. You get TONS of rides, haunted houses, kid-friendly fun, live shows, roving monsters and much, much more. All in ONE place, all for one low admission price! NO COSTUMES OR MAKEUP PERMITTED – leave the scaring to us!
Jeff DePaoli grew up in Woburn, Massachusetts and graduated from Emerson College with a B.F.A. in the Performing Arts. He has been obsessed with Halloween from a very early age, and it truly is his favorite day of the year. He currently resides in Los Angeles, California where he provides his skills and talents for Halloween conventions and events including Midsummer Scream, Creep It Real OC, and beyond. Jeff is an avid podcaster where he shares his love of Halloween with special guests on “That Halloween Podcast.” He has always enjoyed hosting and was honored with the opportunity to host TEDx Culver City as well as numerous panels for the SAG-AFTRA Foundation and numerous conventions. One of Jeff’s more unique credits is his role as the Stage Manager of the Ed Sullivan Show in the Clint Eastwood film “Jersey Boys.” You can learn more about Jeff’s podcasts at www.DePodcastNetwork.com and follow @JeffDePaoli on social media.
This is a virtual program. This program is part of a monthly series, so when you register you can sign on for just this one or for a few in the future, too!
Register HERE.
This program is in collaboration with Ashland PL and other Massachusetts libraries.

Tech Essentials (In Person)
2024-06-18 18:00 - 19:00
Tech Essentials (IN-PERSON)
TUESDAY, JUNE 18
6:00—7:00 PM
Program Room
Newburyport Public Library

Designed specifically for older adults, this session demystifies the internet and mobile applications that are becoming essential in our daily lives.
From shopping on Amazon to staying connected on social media, or enjoying podcasts, videos, and the life-changing artificial intelligence of Chat GPT, we’ve got you covered. With a focus on practical skills and safety, including knowledge of cookies, password protection, and more you’ll leave with the confidence to navigate the digital world more effectively.
With plenty of time for Q&A, join us to enhance your digital literacy and stay connected in today’s tech-driven society.
Register on the Library website via link below.
06/18/2024 | Tech Essentials (IN-PERSON) | Newburyport Public Library (assabetinteractive.com)

Tailwinds Raptor Education
2024-06-11 18:00 - 19:00 | MA, United States
Tailwinds Raptor Education/Conservation (IN-PERSON)
TUESDAY, JUNE 11
6:00—7:00 PM
Program Room
Newburyport Public Library

Join Tailwinds: Raptor Education and Conservation to learn about some of the amazing raptors who live in the Northeast.
Experience live birds up close! Learn about bird biology, characteristics, habitat, environmental and conservation needs. Tailwinds staff will walk around with birds during the presentation so all audience members have the opportunity to see them.
Disclaimer: There will be live animals at this event. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration REQUIRED. Register on the Library website with the link below for all individuals attending.

06/11/2024 | Tailwinds Raptor Education/Conservation (IN-PERSON) | Newburyport Public Library (assabetinteractive.com)
This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

CAPACITY: 45 of 60 spaces available.

Kickoff with Animals
2024-06-08 13:00 - 16:00
Summer Reading Kickoff: Farm Animals on the Lawn!
SATURDAY, JUNE 8
1:00—4:00 PM
Newburyport Public Library

We’re celebrating the start of our Summer Reading Program with some very special guests!
Join us on the front lawn of the library from 1 to 4 p.m. to meet animals from Records & Burpee Traveling Children’s Zoo, including alpacas. While you’re here, ask a librarian about how to participate in the Summer Reading Program!
This is a drop-in program open to people of all ages and abilities.
Funded by The Friends of the Newburyport Public Library.

Dungeons & Dragons: Roaming Realms
2024-06-06 15:30 - 17:00
D&D: Roaming Realms
THURSDAY, JUNE 6
3:30—5:00 PM
Program Room
Newburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

For grades 6-9. This program is registration only. Space is limited so register right away!
Join the adventure guild and explore the Roaming Realms! All you need is your wit and a level 4 character sheet. Premade character sheets will be provided as well. This D&D club is for new players as well as experienced ones.
D&D will be held in person in the programming room on the first floor.
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 be taken to the form.
Funded by your donations to the Friends of the Newburyport Public Library.

Frida Kahlo: Love, Pain & Painting (Virtual)
2024-06-04 19:00 - 20:00
Frida Kahlo: Love, Pain and Painting (VIRTUAL)
TUESDAY, JUNE 4
7:00—8:00 PM
Virtual Program

Frida Kahlo has become a household name in recent years, with movies, books and countless products dedicated to her art and likeness.
This program will go beyond the artist�s famous facial hair and penetrating stare and explore her life and her work, particularly as it relates to the trolley accident she survived as a teen and her passionate and often tumultuous marriage to fellow artist Diego Rivera.
Jane Oneail curates and delivers art appreciation programs to audiences throughout New England. Jane holds a master�s in Art History from Boston University and a master�s in Education from Harvard University. A New Hampshire native, she has worked at some of the state’s most esteemed cultural institutions, including the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, where she served as Executive Director, and the Currier Museum of Art, where she held the role of Senior Educator. Jane has also taught at the college level for more than a decade, most recently at Southern New Hampshire University. For more information visit iamculturallycurious.com.
Virtual registration required. Register HERE.

Dungeons & Dragons: Roaming Realms
2024-05-30 15:30 - 17:00
Dungeons & Dragons: Roaming Realms
For grades 6-9. This program is registration only. Space is limited so register right away!
Join the adventure guild and explore the Roaming Realms! All you need is your wit and a level 4 character sheet. Premade character sheets will be provided as well. This D&D club is for new players as well as experienced ones.
D&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 be taken to the form.
CAPACITY: 3 of 6 spaces available (as of 5/4/24).
NOTE: Registering more attendees than spaces available will automatically place your attendees on this event’s wait list.
To register: 05/30/2024 | D&D: Roaming Realms | Newburyport Public Library (assabetinteractive.co)
This program is funded by The Friends.

Friends' Beach Reads
2024-05-28 - 2024-09-03
Look for The Friends’ Beach Reads cart at the NBPT Public Library and pick up paperbacks for a fun and relaxing day at the beach.
$2.00 per book
Limit: 2 books per person/per day
Begins May 28th (the day after Memorial Day)
This program is funded by The Friends of the Library.

Friends' Beach Reads
2024-05-22 - 2024-09-02 | Newburyport Public Library, 94 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
LOOKING FOR GREAT ‘BEACH READS’ FOR THE SUMMER?
Introducing the NEW FRIENDS’ BEACH READS Cart!
The Friends’ Beach Reads Cart at the Newburyport Public Library is stocked with paperbacks for your reading pleasure. All paperbacks are $2 each with a 2 book per day limit.
If you have friends and family visiting from out of town be sure to invite them to pick up a good book or two at the library. No library card is required to purchase a book from the Friends’ cart.
The Friends’ Beach Reads cart will be restocked throughout the summer.

Dungeons & Dragons: Roaming Realms
2024-05-16 15:30 - 17:00
Dungeons & Dragons: Roaming Realms

For grades 6-9. This program is registration only. Space is limited so register right away!

Join the adventure guild and explore the Roaming Realms! All you need is your wit and a level 4 character sheet. Premade character sheets will be provided as well. This D&D club is for new players as well as experienced ones.
D&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 be taken to the form.
CAPACITY: 3 of 6 spaces available (as of 5/4/24).
NOTE: Registering more attendees than spaces available will automatically place your attendees on this event’s wait list.
To register: 05/16/2024 |
D&D: Roaming Realms | Newburyport Public Library (assabetinteractive.com)

Tween & Teen Craft Pickup
2024-05-10
Tween & Teen Craft Pickup
For tweens and teens in grades 5-12.

Celebrate the early release day with a free craft! Either pick up the craft and take it with you or hang out in the teen loft and complete it.
This month’s craft is… to be determined!
No Registration Required.
This program is funded by The Friends.

Kids’ Used Book Sale & Magic Show
2024-02-17
Kids’ Used Book Sale & Magic Show
Featuring Pete Jackson and his magic bunny, Houdini
Saturday, February 17, 2024
Magic Show 1:30 (registration required; see below)
Used Book Sale 2:00-3:00 (open to all, no registration required)
Newburyport Public Library Program Room
Due to limited capacity, advance registration is required for ALL magic show attendees, both children and accompanying adults. Registration opens on February 3rd at 9:00 AM at newburyportpl.org/events-calendar. If your plans change, please cancel to allow someone on the waiting list to attend.
No registration is required if attending the book sale only.
Sponsored by The Friends of the Newburyport Public Library
