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1st Annual Adult Poetry Contest
2026-03-03 00:00:00 2026-03-03 23:59:00 America/New_York 1st Annual Adult Poetry Contest Adults (18+) are invited to submit an original poem through March 6th. Virtual -

Tuesday, March 03
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Add to Calendar 2026-03-03 00:00:00 2026-03-03 23:59:00 America/New_York 1st Annual Adult Poetry Contest Adults (18+) are invited to submit an original poem through March 6th. Virtual -

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. 

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EVENT TYPE: | Library Program--Adults |

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Teen Poetry Contest Open!
Wed, Feb 25, All day
MHL Virtual Programs
Our annual Teen Poetry Contest is open for submissions!!
Teen Fellowship Opportunity @ MHL
Wed, Feb 25, All day
Virtual
11th and 12th graders can apply to the Teen Fellowship Program
1st Annual Adult Poetry Contest
Wed, Feb 25, All day
Virtual
Adults (18+) are invited to submit an original poem through March 6th.
Toddler Tales - Ages 18 Months to 3 Years
Wed, Feb 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and songs for ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers!
Wiggle Words - Ages 0 to 18 Months
Wed, Feb 25, 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!
Little Listeners - Ages 2 to 5 Years
Wed, Feb 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and activities for ages 2-5 years old and their caregivers!
Teen Book Brigade
Wed, Feb 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Teen Room
Teens, are you interested in volunteering at MHL? Check out our Teen Book Brigade (TBB)!
Burglary At The Louvre- How Can Writers Top This? on Zoom
Wed, Feb 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
MHL Virtual Programs
The world is fascinated by the recent jewel robbery at the Louvre, and so are the Curators of Crime, mystery authors Connie Berry, Lane Stone, Nina Wachsman, and M. A. Monnin.
Register
Teen Poetry Contest Open!
Thu, Feb 26, All day
MHL Virtual Programs
Our annual Teen Poetry Contest is open for submissions!!
Teen Fellowship Opportunity @ MHL
Thu, Feb 26, All day
Virtual
11th and 12th graders can apply to the Teen Fellowship Program
1st Annual Adult Poetry Contest
Thu, Feb 26, All day
Virtual
Adults (18+) are invited to submit an original poem through March 6th.
Wiggle Words - Ages 0 to 18 Months
Thu, Feb 26, 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, February 25 2026 at 9:00am
Learn 3D Design with TinkerCAD
Thu, Feb 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace - Makerspace
Learn the basics of 3D design using the popular free Tinkercad software. We'll go over the basics and then go through the step-by-step process to create a design for you to print and pick up later.
Toddler Tales - Ages 18 Months to 3 Years
Thu, Feb 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and songs for ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers!
Registration opens Wednesday, February 25 2026 at 9:00am
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens (Blue Group)
Thu, Feb 26, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
Join us for table-top role-playing - no experience necessary!
All Abilities: Games!
Thu, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Alcove 1
Visit the library to play some games and make friends.
Pokemon Club - Ages 5 to 18 Years
Thu, Feb 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
Ages 5-18 can meet up with their Pokémon cards to trade and battle!
Energy Efficiency for Renters and Homeowners - with Andover's Energy Advocate, Luis Navarro
Thu, Feb 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
Looking to lower your energy bills and make your home more energy efficient this Winter?
Teen Poetry Contest Open!
Fri, Feb 27, All day
MHL Virtual Programs
Our annual Teen Poetry Contest is open for submissions!!
Teen Fellowship Opportunity @ MHL
Fri, Feb 27, All day
Virtual
11th and 12th graders can apply to the Teen Fellowship Program
1st Annual Adult Poetry Contest
Fri, Feb 27, All day
Virtual
Adults (18+) are invited to submit an original poem through March 6th.
Toddler Craft - Ages 18 Months to 3 Years
Fri, Feb 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Kids and caregivers can stop by to work on a craft!
Fun Fridays: Movie Mix - Encanto and Oreos
Fri, Feb 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Watch a movie and have a snack every other Friday!
Teen Poetry Contest Open!
Sat, Feb 28, All day
MHL Virtual Programs
Our annual Teen Poetry Contest is open for submissions!!
Teen Fellowship Opportunity @ MHL
Sat, Feb 28, All day
Virtual
11th and 12th graders can apply to the Teen Fellowship Program
1st Annual Adult Poetry Contest
Sat, Feb 28, All day
Virtual
Adults (18+) are invited to submit an original poem through March 6th.
Saturday Stories - Ages 0 to 5 Years
Sat, Feb 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
A fun storytime for the whole family!
Registration opens Friday, February 27 2026 at 9:00am
Owls Up Close with Eyes on Owls
Sat, Feb 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
Marcia and Mark Wilson from Eyes on Owls will introduce us to 6 live owls- up close and personal!
This event is full
LEGO Club
Sat, Feb 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Children's Room
Drop in to play with some LEGOs!
Paws & Tales - Reading with Rufus the Therapy Dog!
Sat, Feb 28, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Children are invited to come work on their read-aloud skills with Rufus the Therapy Dog!
This event is full
Paws & Tales - Reading with Rufus the Therapy Dog!
Sat, Feb 28, 3:45pm - 4:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Children are invited to come work on their read-aloud skills with Rufus the Therapy Dog!
Paws & Tales - Reading with Rufus the Therapy Dog!
Sat, Feb 28, 4:00pm - 4:15pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Children are invited to come work on their read-aloud skills with Rufus the Therapy Dog!
Paws & Tales - Reading with Rufus the Therapy Dog!
Sat, Feb 28, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Children are invited to come work on their read-aloud skills with Rufus the Therapy Dog!
This event is full
Teen Poetry Contest Open!
Sun, Mar 01, All day
MHL Virtual Programs
Our annual Teen Poetry Contest is open for submissions!!
Teen Fellowship Opportunity @ MHL
Sun, Mar 01, All day
Virtual
11th and 12th graders can apply to the Teen Fellowship Program
1st Annual Adult Poetry Contest
Sun, Mar 01, All day
Virtual
Adults (18+) are invited to submit an original poem through March 6th.
Teen Poetry Contest Open!
Mon, Mar 02, All day
MHL Virtual Programs
Our annual Teen Poetry Contest is open for submissions!!
Teen Fellowship Opportunity @ MHL
Mon, Mar 02, All day
Virtual
11th and 12th graders can apply to the Teen Fellowship Program
1st Annual Adult Poetry Contest
Mon, Mar 02, All day
Virtual
Adults (18+) are invited to submit an original poem through March 6th.
Garden Storytime - Ages 3 to 5 Years
Mon, Mar 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Memorial Hall Library - Children's Room
Ages 3 to 5 years and their caregivers can drop in for a storytime with our friends from the Andover Garden Club!
Teen Weekly Activity: Manga Bookmarks
Mon, Mar 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Teen Room
This week's activity is: bookmarks from manga pages.
Friends of Memorial Hall Library Board Meeting
Mon, Mar 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Memorial Hall Library
The Friends' Board meets monthly. Open to all Friends' members.
Dungeons & Dragons for Kids - Red Dragons
Mon, Mar 02, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Beginner level D&D for kids in grades 3-5!
Registration opens Wednesday, February 25 2026 at 4:30pm
English At Large Conversation Group
Mon, Mar 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Join a conversation group for English language learners.
Register
Teen Poetry Contest Open!
Tue, Mar 03, All day
MHL Virtual Programs
Our annual Teen Poetry Contest is open for submissions!!
Teen Fellowship Opportunity @ MHL
Tue, Mar 03, All day
Virtual
11th and 12th graders can apply to the Teen Fellowship Program
1st Annual Adult Poetry Contest
Tue, Mar 03, All day
Virtual
Adults (18+) are invited to submit an original poem through March 6th.
Wiggle Words - Ages 0 to 18 Months
Tue, Mar 03, 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, March 2 2026 at 9:00am
Sew a Card Wallet
Tue, Mar 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Sew a card wallet to keep gift cards or bank cards in. This program uses a registration lottery.
Registration is now closed
Toddler Tales - Ages 18 Months to 3 Years
Tue, Mar 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and songs for ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers!
Registration opens Monday, March 2 2026 at 9:00am
Addison Gallery Tour: Parasol Press
Tue, Mar 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Addison Gallery of American Art
Join curator Rachel Vogel to explore the exhibition Parasol Press: Breaking New Ground. Please note this tour was originally scheduled for 2/28 but was rescheduled for 3/3 due to the winter storm.
This event is full
Dungeons & Dragons for Kids - Blue Dragons
Tue, Mar 03, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Beginner level D&D for kids in grades 3-5!
Tewksbury Street Sidewalk Neighborhood Meeting
Tue, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 8:45pm
Memorial Hall Library
Tewksbury Street Sidewalk Neighborhood Meeting
Temple Place Condo Association Meeting
Tue, Mar 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Temple Place Condo Association Meeting
Teen Poetry Contest Open!
Wed, Mar 04, All day
MHL Virtual Programs
Our annual Teen Poetry Contest is open for submissions!!
Teen Fellowship Opportunity @ MHL
Wed, Mar 04, All day
Virtual
11th and 12th graders can apply to the Teen Fellowship Program
1st Annual Adult Poetry Contest
Wed, Mar 04, All day
Virtual
Adults (18+) are invited to submit an original poem through March 6th.
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group on Zoom
Wed, Mar 04, 9:30am - 11:30am
MHL Virtual Programs
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets virtually on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am.
Register
Toddler Tales - Ages 18 Months to 3 Years
Wed, Mar 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and songs for ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers!
Registration opens Tuesday, March 3 2026 at 9:00am
Wiggle Words - Ages 0 to 18 Months
Wed, Mar 04, 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, March 3 2026 at 9:00am
Little Listeners - Ages 2 to 5 Years
Wed, Mar 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and activities for ages 2-5 years old and their caregivers!
Registration opens Tuesday, March 3 2026 at 9:00am
MassSave Office Hours with Andover's Energy Advocate
Wed, Mar 04, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Sign up to meet with Luis Navarro, Andover's Energy Advocate, to learn about options available to you from MassSave. There are energy efficient options available for renters and homeowners.
MassSave Office Hours with Andover's Energy Advocate
Wed, Mar 04, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Sign up to meet with Luis Navarro, Andover's Energy Advocate, to learn about options available to you from MassSave. There are energy efficient options available for renters and homeowners.
MassSave Office Hours with Andover's Energy Advocate
Wed, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Sign up to meet with Luis Navarro, Andover's Energy Advocate, to learn about options available to you from MassSave. There are energy efficient options available for renters and homeowners.
MassSave Office Hours with Andover's Energy Advocate
Wed, Mar 04, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Sign up to meet with Luis Navarro, Andover's Energy Advocate, to learn about options available to you from MassSave. There are energy efficient options available for renters and homeowners.
Nonfiction Book Group
Wed, Mar 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
The Nonfiction Book Group meets on the first Wednesday of the month.
Teen Poetry Contest Open!
Thu, Mar 05, All day
MHL Virtual Programs
Our annual Teen Poetry Contest is open for submissions!!
Teen Fellowship Opportunity @ MHL
Thu, Mar 05, All day
Virtual
11th and 12th graders can apply to the Teen Fellowship Program
1st Annual Adult Poetry Contest
Thu, Mar 05, All day
Virtual
Adults (18+) are invited to submit an original poem through March 6th.
Wiggle Words - Ages 0 to 18 Months
Thu, Mar 05, 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, March 4 2026 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales - Ages 18 Months to 3 Years
Thu, Mar 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and songs for ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers!
Registration opens Wednesday, March 4 2026 at 9:00am
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens (Green Group)
Thu, Mar 05, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
Join us for table-top role-playing - no experience necessary!
Next Chapter Book Club
Thu, Mar 05, 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, Mar 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
Ages 5-18 can meet up with their Pokémon cards to trade and battle!
Teen Poetry Contest Open!
Fri, Mar 06, All day
MHL Virtual Programs
Our annual Teen Poetry Contest is open for submissions!!
Teen Fellowship Opportunity @ MHL
Fri, Mar 06, All day
Virtual
11th and 12th graders can apply to the Teen Fellowship Program
1st Annual Adult Poetry Contest
Fri, Mar 06, All day
Virtual
Adults (18+) are invited to submit an original poem through March 6th.
Candle Making Workshop
Fri, Mar 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
This program uses a registration lottery.
Registration is now closed
Rockabye Beats - Ages 0 to 5 Years
Fri, Mar 06, 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, Mar 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Play Super Smash Bros. Ultimate every other Friday in the Activity Room!
Teen Fellowship Opportunity @ MHL
Sat, Mar 07, All day
Virtual
11th and 12th graders can apply to the Teen Fellowship Program
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Select Board and Finance Commitee Budget Overview
Sat, Mar 07, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Memorial Hall Library
Select Board and Finance Committee Budget Overview
Saturday Stories - Ages 0 to 5 Years
Sat, Mar 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
A fun storytime for the whole family!
Registration opens Friday, March 6 2026 at 9:00am
Andover Democratic Caucus
Sat, Mar 07, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
Andover Democratic Caucus
Addison Gallery Tour: Both Sides of the Line - Carmen Herrera & Leon Polk Smith
Sat, Mar 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Addison Gallery of American Art
Join curator Dana Miller at the Addison Gallery of American Art to explore the exhibition Both Sides of the Line: Carmen Herrera & Leon Polk Smith.
Teen Fellowship Opportunity @ MHL
Sun, Mar 08, 12:00am - 12:59am
Virtual
11th and 12th graders can apply to the Teen Fellowship Program
Board Games Club
Sun, Mar 08, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Drop by the Activity Room to play some games and make some new friends.
Sunday Concert: Jeff Buckridge's Uke Joint
Sun, Mar 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
Join us for another great afternoon of music with Jeff Buckridge's Uke Joint!
Music Makers - Ages 2 to 5 Years
Mon, Mar 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers can sign up to make some music!
Registration opens Friday, March 6 2026 at 9:00am
Teen Weekly Activity: Lite Brite
Mon, Mar 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Teen Room
This week's activity is: Lite Brite.
Dungeons & Dragons for Kids - Green Dragons
Mon, Mar 09, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Beginner level D&D for kids in grades 3-5!
Fiber Arts Club
Mon, Mar 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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!
English At Large Conversation Group
Mon, Mar 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Join a conversation group for English language learners.
Register
Teen Fellowship Opportunity @ MHL
Tue, Mar 10, All day
Virtual
11th and 12th graders can apply to the Teen Fellowship Program
Wiggle Words - Ages 0 to 18 Months
Tue, Mar 10, 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, March 9 2026 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales - Ages 18 Months to 3 Years
Tue, Mar 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and songs for ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers!
Registration opens Monday, March 9 2026 at 9:00am
Dungeons & Dragons for Kids - Purple Dragons
Tue, Mar 10, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Beginner level D&D for kids in grades 3-5!
This event is full
Teen Fellowship Opportunity @ MHL
Wed, Mar 11, All day
Virtual
11th and 12th graders can apply to the Teen Fellowship Program
Toddler Tales - Ages 18 Months to 3 Years
Wed, Mar 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and songs for ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers!
Registration opens Tuesday, March 10 2026 at 9:00am
Wiggle Words - Ages 0 to 18 Months
Wed, Mar 11, 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, March 10 2026 at 9:00am
Little Listeners - Ages 2 to 5 Years
Wed, Mar 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Stories and activities for ages 2-5 years old and their caregivers!
Registration opens Tuesday, March 10 2026 at 9:00am
Gametime Hangtime
Wed, Mar 11, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
Drop in to play games!
MHL Trustees Meeting
Wed, Mar 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
MHL Trustees Meeting
Intro to Ecological Forest Management in Andover Forests
Wed, Mar 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Memorial Hall Library - Memorial Hall
Forests in New England are managed for a wide range of values and as a result foresters and natural resources managers have developed a variety of strategies for managing forests.
Critique Group
Wed, Mar 11, 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Memorial Hall Library - Activity Room
A group for adults who write or illustrate children’s books.
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