Plant A Seed, Read

Summer programming begins July 6. Visit our Summer at the Stevens webpage for booklists, events, and more!

Monday, July 13 @ 10:30—11:30 AM

This infant lapsit program will provide early literacy opportunities for caregivers and babies through a story time with interactive song, movement, and fingerplay. After the program, babies and adults will have time to play and socialize. Siblings are welcome.

Weekly sign-up necessary!

This program is for children from birth to 18 months.

Monday, July 13 @ 3:00—4:00 PM

Students entering grades 4-8 are invited to join us on Mondays this summer to hang out and have some fun. Activities will include a mix of crafts and games. Today, we will be painting plant pots.

Registration is required. This program is for students entering grades 4-8.

Monday, July 13 @ 6:00—8:00 PM

Drop in to create a flower for our Community Flower Garden art installation this summer! Materials of all kinds will be provided during this drop in.

Flowers will stay at the library and be added to the display to be left up all summer!

All ages are encouraged to participate! 

No registration required, drop in!

Tuesday, July 14 @ 2:00—3:00 PM

Join us to create a mosaic using seeds, dried beans and other natural materials! Many different sizes and colors of seeds will be offered.

Mosaics are yours to keep following the program.

Ages K-5

Registration required and spots are limited.

Tuesday, July 14 @ 2:30—4:30 PM

If you’re interested in tabletop roleplay games like Dungeons & Dragons but are looking for something a little shorter, then join us! We’ll go on a different fun adventure each week. Space is limited so be sure to register!

Meeting on the following dates:

• July 28th
• August 4th
• August 11th
• July 7th
• July 14th
• July 21nd

Registration is required. This program is for students entering grades 6-12. You only need to sign up for one date to participate in the series.

Tuesday, July 14 @ 4:00—4:45 PM

Looking for a family book chat for your young reader?

Each month, we will read a picture book together then make a story-themed craft.

This month: “No Nibbling!” by Beth Ferry and illustrated by A. N. Kang.

Registration is appreciated! This program is for children PreK – Grade 3.

Tuesday, July 14 @ 5:30—8:00 PM

Come to the quintessential whodunnit thriller at the estate of Sir Warren Peace and get thrown into a night of mystery, intrigue, and murder you will never forget. With a killer crowd of people just waiting for murder to arrive on the scene, this night will keep everyone looking over their shoulders and guessing who the next victim will be!

This event is designed for adults only and space is limited.

Light refreshments will be provided. Costumes encouraged!

Wednesday, July 15 @ 10:30—11:30 AM

Story time for toddlers will include songs, stories, puppets, manipulatives and more to help lay the foundation for early literacy. Time for play/socialization will be available after the program. Siblings are welcome.

Weekly sign-up necessary!

This program is for children 18-36 months.

Wednesday, July 15 @ 10:30 AM—12:30 PM

Stop by the library to meet with North Andover Community Support Services –

The Community Support Services Department advances individual and community wellness and growth by providing personal support and community partnership and engagement to members of the North Andover community. Resources available include individual support and advocacy, information and referral services, and guidance through various needs.

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Wednesday, July 15 @ 3:00—4:00 PM

Oreos. The classic snack cookie. Everyone knows the original flavor, but did you know there are all kinds of other Oreo flavors? Put your tastebuds to the test and see if you can guess the unique flavors!

Grades K-5 only

Registration is required and spots are limited!

Wednesday, July 15 @ 6:00—8:00 PM

Drop by the library and have artist Mandy, from Wicked Good Henna, create a beautiful henna tattoo for you.

NO Registration is required – just drop in! This program is for students entering grades 6-12.

Thursday, July 16 @ 11:00 AM—1:00 PM

Join us for a four-session series of classes designed to teach new players about the ins and outs of Dungeons and Dragons. Members of the NAHS Dungeons & Dragons club will show participants everything they need to know to get started!

Registering for the program means agreeing to attend each session on the following dates:

• July 16th
• July 23rd
• July 30th
• August 6th

Registration is required. This program is for students ages 12-16.