The Library’s much needed public bathrooms renovation has begun after nearly 3 years planning. View “Before” pictures, see the planned improvements, or follow construction on our Library Project webpage: https://stevensmemlib.libguides.com/publicbathrooms/home. This is an opportunity to both modernize and introduce efficiencies. The much needed improvement is made possible through the Town’s Capital Improvement Plan.
New and Noteworthy
3/26 Baby Rave
Thursday, March 26
2:00—2:30 PM Register here
2:30—3:00 PM Register here
Kids 0-5 and their caregivers can join us for a Baby Rave! We will have music and dancing, bubbles and colorful lights. Dress for dancing and movement!
*Registration is required and spots are limited.*
3/27 Preschool Story Time
Friday, March 27 @ 10:30—11:30 AM
Preschoolers can join us on Friday mornings for their very own Story Time! We will use stories, songs, felt boards and more to help your child to develop early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills. Each meeting will conclude with a craft to reinforce additional skills. Siblings are welcome.
Weekly sign-up necessary! Register here.
This program is for children 3-5 years old.
**REGISTRATION UPDATE: Please only register the 3-5 year old child who will be participating in the CRAFT after story time! Younger siblings are absolutely welcome, but do not need to be registered if they are not participating in the CRAFT.**
3/27 Pokémon Club
Friday, March 27 @ 4:00—5:00 PM
Do you like Pokémon? Want to hang out with other people who do? Bring your cards and come to trade, see what others have and play Pokémon with us!!
3/28 Sensory Friendly Family Movie
Saturday, March 28 @ 11:00 AM—1:30 PM
Kids and their families can join us for a Sensory Friendly Family Movie!
We will be watching the 1940’s animated classic Fantasia!
Space is limited and registration is required. Register here.
This movie event will be held in the Worden Theatre at the NORTH ANDOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY 800 Massachusetts Ave, North Andover, MA 01845.
For a more sensory-friendly experience we will be showing the movie with dim ambient lighting and lower volume, and have quiet fidgets to borrow for the duration of the movie.
Snacks are not allowed in the Worden Theatre.
Tech Help Hours
Do you have a new phone, tablet or other device? Or, one you would like learn more about it? Tech Help is available on Wednesdays from 6pm – 7pm.
Please register on our online calendar. Meet in the library Reading Room for personalized technology assistance. Bring your device, laptop, tablet, smartphone, etc. and your questions! Continued »
OverDrive/Libby Lending Period
The default lending period in OverDrive/Libby is 14 days. Patrons have the option to select 21 days or 7 days when borrowing!
MVLC Mobile App: Apple & Android available
MVLC library users have their choice of the MVLC Mobile App. The iOS version is available to download from the Apple App Store or the MVLC Mobile App Android version and may be downloaded from the Google Play Store. Users who have set up the previous mobile app on their devices will need to uninstall the old app and then go to the appropriate store to download the new app.
OverDrive Log-in update
OverDrive now asks MVLC library patrons to enter their Library Card PIN when logging into the Libby app or on the OverDrive website. If you are not sure of your PIN or need assistance, please contact the Circulation Desk for assistance. Call 978-688-9505 or email: stevens-circulation@northandoverma.gov
Stevens 24×7: read & listen from wherever …
Enjoy the many digital resources available to you using your Stevens library card, an internet connection, and a tablet, phone, laptop, or PC. Use OverDrive for books, Freegal for music, or click on E-library on www.StevensMemLib.org to find more: magazines, newspapers, encyclopedias, and language courses. Keep scrolling to find cooking and recipes, hobbies and crafts instructions, or instruction through self-paced video lessons from music and artistic professionals. How to find or use questions: email: smlRefServices@NorthAndoverMA.gov
Employment Support: searching, resume prep, interview skills and more
Visit the Employment Support page to assist in job searches, resume prep, and career and business development. The page is accessible at home, all you need is your library card number and pin. Check out the page by clicking here. Continued »
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Don’t have a library card? Visit the Library during its open hours or send an email to Stevens-Circulation@







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