October 2023

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Wednesday, October 46:00—7:00 PMMain LibraryThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Book Club : The Four Winds

Book Club : The Four WindsJoin us for Book Club! Tonight we will be discussing The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah. The book is available in regular print, large print, and audiobook and is downloadable from Libby as an eBook and eAudiobook.   Copies are available for pickup at the Circulation Desk.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 46:30—8:30 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Community Room Booking

THIS EVENT IS A COMMUNITY BOOKING. The Newbury Town Library provides the use of its community room as a public service. Those who book the community room must adhere to the Community Room Policy found on the library website at: newburylibrary. org/about-us/policies/meeting-room-policy Use of the community room as a Community Booking does not constitute endorsement by the Library or the Library Board of Trustees.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 59:30—10:45 AMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Early Bird Storytime/Playgroup

Early Bird Storytime/PlaygroupDo your little ones wake up on the earlier side? Need something to do after dropping the older kids at school? Join us for songs and stories at 9:30 a. m. Early Bird Storytimes on Thursdays! There will be a playgroup following storytime. This event will be jointly presented by the Newbury Town Library and Family Connections.

Thursday, October 57:00—8:00 PMVirtualThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

VIRTUAL: Peabody Essex Museum presents Salem Witch Trials: Restoring Justice, virtual exhibit tour

VIRTUAL: Peabody Essex Museum presents Salem Witch Trials: Restoring Justice, virtual exhibit tour**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Take a virtual tour of the Peabody Essex Museum's new exhibit on the Salem Witch Trials! This exhibition examines the extraordinary series of events in 1692-3 that led to the deaths of 25 innocent women, men and children who were wrongfully convicted of crimes.…Learn More
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Friday, October 61:00—2:00 PMMain LibraryThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Fiber Fridays

Fiber FridaysBring your latest project and knit/crochet/embroidery/etc with us on Friday afternoons at 1pm - all levels welcome! Participants bring their own supplies and work on their own projects. This is a great time to connect with other fiber crafters and learn from each other.…Learn More

Friday, October 63:30—4:30 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Lego Club

Lego ClubAll you need for Lego club is creativity and imagination! Join us for an hour of Lego-building fun. Recommended for ages 5+.
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Saturday, October 711:00 AM—12:00 PMLocal History RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

History Roundtable

History RoundtableLearn new things, discuss and share memories, or just sit back and listen. .. The History Roundtable is a monthly program encompassing genealogy, local history and more. You can drop in or register to begin learning and sharing in our open discussion forum facilitated by Library Associate, Kady McGann.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 102:00—4:00 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

End-of-life Planning: Three Keys to Avoiding Financial Ruin

End-of-life Planning: Three Keys to Avoiding Financial RuinA long-term care crisis can devastate a family and its finances. Nobody “wants” to go to a nursing home. .. and almost nobody “needs” to lose their life savings if it happens. At this free and educational legal seminar, Attorney Edward Beasley will discuss how to protect against the potentially catastrophic effects of a nursing-home stay; bullet-proofing trusts from nursing-home costs; shielding inheritance funds from outside creditors and divorcing spouses of adult children; avoiding the costly and public probate process; and more.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 113:00—5:00 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Technology Help

Technology HelpGet answers to questions about all things technical! Confused by that device that was supposed to change your life? Need help with word processing & spreadsheets, internet browsing, and email? Not sure how to safely store your documents, photos and music? Bring your questions and device to the library.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 113:30—3:45 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Read to a Therapy Dog

Read to a Therapy DogCome and read to a certified therapy dog! This program is to help kids work on their read-aloud skills. See Frasier and meet puppy Gilbert!

Wednesday, October 113:45—4:00 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Read to a Therapy Dog

Read to a Therapy DogCome and read to a certified therapy dog! This program is to help kids work on their read-aloud skills. See Frasier and meet puppy Gilbert!

Wednesday, October 114:00—4:15 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Read to a Therapy Dog

Read to a Therapy DogCome and read to a certified therapy dog! This program is to help kids work on their read-aloud skills. See Frasier and meet puppy Gilbert!

Wednesday, October 114:15—4:30 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Read to a Therapy Dog

Read to a Therapy DogCome and read to a certified therapy dog! This program is to help kids work on their read-aloud skills. See Frasier and meet puppy Gilbert!

Wednesday, October 115:30—6:30 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

CANCELED - Local Author Visit with Karin Gertsch

Local author Karin Gertsch will share her journey from guidebook writer to children's book author to publishing Five Wishes. Karin is a retired educator, who lives with her husband Emil on a Christmas tree farm in Essex, Massachusetts. The author’s first novel, Five Wishes, was published by Atmosphere Press, Austin, Texas, and was released on June 13, 2023.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 129:30—10:45 AMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Early Bird Storytime/Playgroup

Early Bird Storytime/PlaygroupDo your little ones wake up on the earlier side? Need something to do after dropping the older kids at school? Join us for songs and stories at 9:30 a. m. Early Bird Storytimes on Thursdays! There will be a playgroup following storytime. This event will be jointly presented by the Newbury Town Library and Family Connections.
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Friday, October 131:00—2:00 PMMain LibraryThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Fiber Fridays

Fiber FridaysBring your latest project and knit/crochet/embroidery/etc with us on Friday afternoons at 1pm - all levels welcome! Participants bring their own supplies and work on their own projects. This is a great time to connect with other fiber crafters and learn from each other.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 1410:30—11:45 AMChildren's RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Henna with Shruthi!

Henna with Shruthi!Make your own Henna design with Shruthi Reddy! Learn about the history of Henna, how to mix the paste, make cones, and try some simple designs.   All materials will be provided.   Be advised, while rare, allergic reactions may occur in some people.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 1710:00—10:45 AMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Spooky Storytime with The MomComm

Spooky Storytime with The MomCommJoin us for a spooky storytime!  The Mom Comm will be joining us with art and sensory activities.  Recommended for ages 0-5, with siblings always welcome!

Tuesday, October 174:00—4:30 PMSmall Meeting RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Teen Advisory Group

Teen Advisory GroupHelp decide what happens at your library!  Come join us for pizza and to chat about books and events in the craft room:)  Tuesday, 10/17 from 4-5pm.   
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Wednesday, October 187:00—9:15 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Community Room Booking

 THIS EVENT IS A COMMUNITY BOOKING. The Newbury Town Library provides the use of its community room as a public service. Those who book the community room must adhere to the Community Room Policy found on the library website at newburylibrary.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 199:30—10:45 AMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Early Bird Storytime/Playgroup

Early Bird Storytime/PlaygroupDo your little ones wake up on the earlier side? Need something to do after dropping the older kids at school? Join us for songs and stories at 9:30 a. m. Early Bird Storytimes on Thursdays! There will be a playgroup following storytime. This event will be jointly presented by the Newbury Town Library and Family Connections.
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Friday, October 2011:30 AM—12:30 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Deconstructing Family Stories: Are They Fact, Fiction, or a Little of Both

Deconstructing Family Stories: Are They Fact, Fiction, or a Little of BothWe all have them—family stories—from royal ancestry, great-grandpa's wild adventures, to “We’re related to Benjamin Franklin. ” Some are blatantly false; others wishful thinking. But, others may be true or partly true. Discarding even the most outrageous without research is a mistake.…Learn More

Friday, October 201:00—2:00 PMMain LibraryThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Fiber Fridays

Fiber FridaysBring your latest project and knit/crochet/embroidery/etc with us on Friday afternoons at 1pm - all levels welcome! Participants bring their own supplies and work on their own projects. This is a great time to connect with other fiber crafters and learn from each other.…Learn More

Friday, October 203:30—4:30 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Lego Club

Lego ClubAll you need for Lego club is creativity and imagination! Join us for an hour of Lego-building fun. Recommended for ages 5+.
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Saturday, October 2112:00—1:00 PMBall Field / GroundsThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

CANCELED - Newbury Outdoor Escape Room

 Newbury Outdoor Escape Room Do you like to solve puzzles and brain teasers? Are you a local Newbury resident who is interested in learning a little bit more about Newbury’s unique history? Have you ever been accused of witchcraft while living in a 17th-century Puritan New England town? If you answered yes to any of these questions, the Newbury Town Library has the perfect opportunity for you! We are excited to announce the arrival of our very own Local History Escape Room! This adult activity is filled with puzzles and riddles based on local Newbury history.…Learn More
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Sunday, October 228:45 AM—12:15 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Community Room Booking

THIS EVENT IS A COMMUNITY BOOKING. The Newbury Town Library provides the use of its community room as a public service. Those who book the community room must adhere to the Community Room Policy found on the library website at newburylibrary. org/about-us/policies/meeting-room-policy Use of the community room as a Community Booking does not constitute endorsement by the Library or the Library Board of Trustees.…Learn More
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Monday, October 236:45—9:15 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Community Room Booking

THIS EVENT IS A COMMUNITY BOOKING. The Newbury Town Library provides the use of its community room as a public service. Those who book the community room must adhere to the Community Room Policy found on the library website at newburylibrary. org/about-us/policies/meeting-room-policy Use of the community room as a Community Booking does not constitute endorsement by the Library or the Library Board of Trustees.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 2511:15 AM—12:00 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Buddhaful Souls Yoga

Buddhaful Souls YogaJoin us alongside Buddhaful Souls Yoga Studio for a session of kid-friendly yoga. Learn techniques, breathing exercises, and mindfulness guided by our expert Elissa ShoremanAll ages welcome, bring your own yoga mat!

Wednesday, October 253:30—3:45 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Read to a Therapy Dog

Read to a Therapy DogCome and read to a certified therapy dog! This program is to help kids work on their read-aloud skills. See Frasier and meet puppy Gilbert!

Wednesday, October 253:45—4:00 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Read to a Therapy Dog

Read to a Therapy DogCome and read to a certified therapy dog! This program is to help kids work on their read-aloud skills. See Frasier and meet puppy Gilbert!

Wednesday, October 254:00—4:15 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Read to a Therapy Dog

Read to a Therapy DogCome and read to a certified therapy dog! This program is to help kids work on their read-aloud skills. See Frasier and meet puppy Gilbert!

Wednesday, October 254:15—4:30 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Read to a Therapy Dog

Read to a Therapy DogCome and read to a certified therapy dog! This program is to help kids work on their read-aloud skills. See Frasier and meet puppy Gilbert!

Wednesday, October 256:00—7:00 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Alfred Hitchcock: The Master of Suspense - All about Hitch!

 Alfred Hitchcock: The Master of Suspense - All about Hitch!His name is as famous as his legendary films. Known as 'Hitch' by his friends and colleagues, he could tap into his audience’s deepest anxieties, phobias, and fears. Brilliant yet neurotic, witty yet droll, he was a showman in every sense of the word.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 266:30—9:30 PMThe Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Community Room Booking

THIS EVENT IS A COMMUNITY BOOKING. The Newbury Town Library provides the use of its community room as a public service. Those who book the community room must adhere to the Community Room Policy found on the library website at newburylibrary. org/about-us/policies/meeting-room-policy Use of the community room as a Community Booking does not constitute endorsement by the Library or the Library Board of Trustees.…Learn More
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Friday, October 271:00—2:00 PMMain LibraryThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Fiber Fridays

Fiber FridaysBring your latest project and knit/crochet/embroidery/etc with us on Friday afternoons at 1pm - all levels welcome! Participants bring their own supplies and work on their own projects. This is a great time to connect with other fiber crafters and learn from each other.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 2810:00 AM—2:00 PMBall Field / GroundsThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922
Main LibraryThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922
The Lois M. Anderson Community RoomThe Newbury Town Library0 Lunt St. , Byfield, MA, 01922

Harvest Fest

Harvest Fest Harvest Fest Events:Touch-a-Truck with vehicles from the police, fire department, DPW and more! A special hour for our sensory sensitive will be siren free from 1:00-2:00 pm. “Best in Soup” Competition and Tasting: Enter the competition with your favorite soup.…Learn More
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