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1st Annual Adult Poetry Contest
2026-02-23 00:00:00 2026-02-23 23:59:00 America/New_York 1st Annual Adult Poetry Contest Adults (18+) are invited to submit an original poem through March 6th. Virtual -

Monday, February 23
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Adults (18+) are invited to submit an original poem through March 6th.

Share your words. Celebrate creativity! Enter January 26th through March 6th. Poets of all experience levels are welcome! Whether you're a first-time writer or a longtime poet, we want you to participate. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Library Program--Adults |

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Wiggle Words - Ages 0 to 18 Months
Tue, Aug 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
An early literacy storytime with songs, rhymes and stories for babies from 0 to 18 months with their caregivers!
This event is full
Design a Layered Sticker
Tue, Aug 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace - Makerspace
Design a layered sticker for a water bottle.
Registration is now closed
Toddler Tales - Ages 18 Months to 3 Years
Tue, Aug 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and songs for ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers!
This event is full
Drop-In Tech Help
Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Alcove 1
Stop by during our open drop-in tech help hours to get one-on-one assistance on anything tech-related.
DIY Mosaic Tiles
Tue, Aug 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
DIY Mosaic Tiles
Dungeons & Dragons for Kids - Blue Dragons
Tue, Aug 04, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Beginner level D&D for kids in grades 3-6!
Registration is now closed
Toddler Tales - Ages 18 Months to 3 Years
Wed, Aug 05, 9:30am - 10:00am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and songs for ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers!
Registration opens Tuesday, August 4 2026 at 9:00am
Wiggle Words - Ages 0 to 18 Months
Wed, Aug 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
An early literacy storytime with songs, rhymes and stories for babies from 0 to 18 months with their caregivers!
Registration opens Tuesday, August 4 2026 at 9:00am
Little Listeners - Ages 2 to 5 Years
Wed, Aug 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and activities for ages 2-5 years old and their caregivers!
Registration opens Tuesday, August 4 2026 at 9:00am
Dungeons & Dragons for Kids - Purple Dragons
Wed, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Beginner level D&D for kids in grades 3-6!
This event is full
Crafted Celebrations
Wed, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Crafted Celebrations: a club to learn what you can do in the makerspace for your special celebration.
Nonfiction Book Group
Wed, Aug 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
The Nonfiction Book Group meets on the first Wednesday of the month.
Wiggle Words - Ages 0 to 18 Months
Thu, Aug 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
An early literacy storytime with songs, rhymes and stories for babies from 0 to 18 months with their caregivers!
Registration opens Wednesday, August 5 2026 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales - Ages 18 Months to 3 Years
Thu, Aug 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and songs for ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers!
Registration opens Wednesday, August 5 2026 at 9:00am
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens (Blue Group)
Thu, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
Join us for table-top role-playing - no experience necessary!
Seed Art & Mosaics - Hands on Nature
Thu, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Kids can sign up to make seed art with a visit from Hands on Nature!
This event is full
Next Chapter Book Club
Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Alcove 1
A book club for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Join us to enjoy good stories and fun conversations.
Pokemon Club - Ages 5 to 18 Years
Thu, Aug 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
Ages 5-18 can meet up with their Pokémon cards to trade and battle!
Drop-In Tech Help
Fri, Aug 07, 9:30am - 10:30am
Memorial Hall Library - Alcove 1
Stop by during our open drop-in tech help hours to get one-on-one assistance on anything tech-related.
Toddler Craft - Ages 18 Months to 3 Years
Fri, Aug 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Kids and caregivers can stop by to work on a craft!
Fun Fridays: Super Smash Bros
Fri, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Play Super Smash Bros. Ultimate in the Activity Room!
StrongHER HERizon
Sat, Aug 08, 9:30am - 11:00am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
A workshop to build confidence and girls in sports!
Stories on the Steps - Ages 0 to 5 Years
Sat, Aug 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Memorial Hall Library - Outside
Join us for an outdoor storytime on the back steps of the library - weather permitting!
Dungeons & Dragons for Kids - Wyrmlings
Sat, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Beginner level D&D for kids in grades K-2! Please note that kids must have a caregiver with them during the session.
This event is full
Board Games Club
Sun, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Drop by the Activity Room to play some games and make some new friends.
Stories on the Road - 5 Campanelli Drive
Mon, Aug 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Memorial Hall Library
Ages 0-5 and their caregivers can sign up for a truck storytime with the Andover DPW at 5 Campanelli Drive in Andover, MA!
Teen Weekly Activity: Felt Fruit Bookmarks
Mon, Aug 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Teen Room
This week's activity is: Felt Fruit Bookmarks
Messy Monday - Ages 5 to 11 Years
Mon, Aug 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Outside
Sign up to work on a messy project at the library!
This event is full
LEGO Club
Mon, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Children's Room
Drop in to play with some LEGOs!
Dungeons & Dragons for Kids - Red Dragons
Mon, Aug 10, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Beginner level D&D for kids in grades 3-6!
This event is full
Fiber Arts Club
Mon, Aug 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace - Makerspace
Bring your own fiber arts project (knitting, crochet, etc.) and join us for a casual meet-up to work on projects and have some fun!
Candy Sushi
Mon, Aug 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Teen Room
Candy Sushi
Wiggle Words - Ages 0 to 18 Months
Tue, Aug 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
An early literacy storytime with songs, rhymes and stories for babies from 0 to 18 months with their caregivers!
Registration opens Monday, August 10 2026 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales - Ages 18 Months to 3 Years
Tue, Aug 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and songs for ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers!
Registration opens Monday, August 10 2026 at 9:00am
Musical Yoga - Magical Ms. Kimberly
Tue, Aug 11, 11:00am - 11:45am
Memorial Hall Library
Kids can sign up to join Ms. Kimberly for an interactive musical experience with yoga!
Drop-In Tech Help
Tue, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Alcove 1
Stop by during our open drop-in tech help hours to get one-on-one assistance on anything tech-related.
DIY Boba!
Tue, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Make your own boba tea!
Dungeons & Dragons for Kids - Orange Dragons
Tue, Aug 11, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Beginner level D&D for kids in grades 3-6!
This event is full
Toddler Tales - Ages 18 Months to 3 Years
Wed, Aug 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and songs for ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers!
Registration opens Tuesday, August 11 2026 at 9:00am
3D Printing 101
Wed, Aug 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace - Makerspace
Learn how to get started with 3D printing!
This event is full
Wiggle Words - Ages 0 to 18 Months
Wed, Aug 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
An early literacy storytime with songs, rhymes and stories for babies from 0 to 18 months with their caregivers!
Registration opens Tuesday, August 11 2026 at 9:00am
Little Listeners - Ages 2 to 5 Years
Wed, Aug 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and activities for ages 2-5 years old and their caregivers!
Registration opens Tuesday, August 11 2026 at 9:00am
Matinee Movie - Hoppers
Wed, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Watch a free movie at the library! This time we'll be showing: Hoppers
Dungeons & Dragons for Kids - Yellow Dragons
Wed, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Beginner level D&D for kids in grades 3-6!
This event is full
Virtual Death Cafe on Zoom
Wed, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
MHL Virtual Programs
Join other adults, 18 and older, for an afternoon of open, lively, and insightful discussion about death.
Register
Project WhyNot? Info Session
Wed, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
Turn raw data into real world action!
Critique Group
Wed, Aug 12, 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
A group for adults who write or illustrate children’s books.
Wiggle Words - Ages 0 to 18 Months
Thu, Aug 13, 9:30am - 10:00am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
An early literacy storytime with songs, rhymes and stories for babies from 0 to 18 months with their caregivers!
Registration opens Wednesday, August 12 2026 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales - Ages 18 Months to 3 Years
Thu, Aug 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and songs for ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers!
Registration opens Wednesday, August 12 2026 at 9:00am
Meet Blades - Bruins mascot Blades will visit for Summer Reading!
Thu, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
Especially for ages 3 and up!
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens (Green Group)
Thu, Aug 13, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
Join us for table-top role-playing - no experience necessary!
All Abilities: GAMES!
Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Alcove 1
Visit the library to play some games and make friends.
Chapter Champs - Ages 9 to 10 Years
Thu, Aug 13, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Sign up for a monthly book group at the library!
Pokemon Club - Ages 5 to 18 Years
Thu, Aug 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
Ages 5-18 can meet up with their Pokémon cards to trade and battle!
Writers Group
Thu, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
The Writers Group meets monthly on the second Thursday of each month.
Drop-In Tech Help
Fri, Aug 14, 9:30am - 10:30am
Memorial Hall Library - Alcove 1
Stop by during our open drop-in tech help hours to get one-on-one assistance on anything tech-related.
Presidential Series: Martin Van Buren - with Doodler Heather Rogers on Zoom
Fri, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
MHL Virtual Programs
Join us for a yearlong series in which “America’s Preeminent Presidential Doodler”, Heather Rogers, shares facts, factoids, and fun illustrations about the presidents of these United States.
Register
Rockabye Beats - Ages 0 to 5 Years
Fri, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
A music program for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers!
Fun Fridays: Super Smash Bros
Fri, Aug 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Play Super Smash Bros. Ultimate in the Activity Room!
StrongHER HERizon
Sat, Aug 15, 9:30am - 11:00am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
A workshop to build confidence and girls in sports!
Puzzle Race
Sat, Aug 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
Can your team complete a jigsaw puzzle faster than your friends and neighbors?
Stories on the Steps - Ages 0 to 5 Years
Sat, Aug 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Memorial Hall Library - Outside
Join us for an outdoor storytime on the back steps of the library - weather permitting!
Sticky Saturday - Ages 5 to 8 Years
Sat, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Sign up to get your hands sticky with slime, play-doh, and more!
Stories on the Road - Ballardvale Playground
Mon, Aug 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Memorial Hall Library
Ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us for an outdoor storytime! Please note: this program is held weather permitting.
Morning Book Discussion Group
Mon, Aug 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
The Morning Book Discussion Group generally meets on the third Monday of the month in Memorial Hall.
Register
Paws & Tales - Reading with Gilligan the Therapy Dog!
Mon, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 2:15pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Children are invited to come work on their read-aloud skills with Gilligan the Therapy Dog!
Registration opens Monday, August 10 2026 at 2:00pm
Paws & Tales - Reading with Gilligan the Therapy Dog!
Mon, Aug 17, 2:15pm - 2:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Children are invited to come work on their read-aloud skills with Gilligan the Therapy Dog!
Registration opens Monday, August 10 2026 at 2:15pm
Paws & Tales - Reading with Gilligan the Therapy Dog!
Mon, Aug 17, 2:30pm - 2:45pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Children are invited to come work on their read-aloud skills with Gilligan the Therapy Dog!
Registration opens Monday, August 10 2026 at 2:30pm
Paws & Tales - Reading with Gilligan the Therapy Dog!
Mon, Aug 17, 2:45pm - 3:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Children are invited to come work on their read-aloud skills with Gilligan the Therapy Dog!
Registration opens Monday, August 10 2026 at 2:45pm
Teen Weekly Activity: Buttons
Mon, Aug 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Teen Room
This week's activity is: DIY pinback buttons!
LEGO Club
Mon, Aug 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Children's Room
Drop in to play with some LEGOs!
Dungeons & Dragons for Kids - Green Dragons
Mon, Aug 17, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Beginner level D&D for kids in grades 3-6!
This event is full
Rainbow Club: Tie Dye
Tue, Aug 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room,Outside
See what Rainbow Club is all about AND tie dye a shirt!
Registration opens Tuesday, August 4 2026 at 3:00pm
Dungeons & Dragons for Kids - Blue Dragons
Tue, Aug 18, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Beginner level D&D for kids in grades 3-6!
This event is full
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