Plant A Seed, Read

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

Tuesday, August 4 @ 12:00—2:00 PM

Join us for an exciting, interactive STEM-based program! Attendees will learn about achievements of historical and current women in science, technology, engineering, and math, and then complete a challenge or experiment that relates to a real-world situation.

Today’s Experiment: Dancing Raisins

Grades 2-5

Registration is required for each event and spots are limited!

**This program will be focused on the achievements of historical and current women in STEM, with the goal of empowering a future generation of girls in previously underrepresented fields, but everyone is welcome!**

Tuesday, August 4 @ 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.

Wednesday, August 5 @ 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, August 5 @ 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, August 5 @ 3:00—4:00 PM

Dress in black. Bring trinkets. Gather up your (not favorite) trinkets and bring them in to trade! Join our impromtu murder (flock of crows) and bring at least two items for trading! Feel free to go all in on the crow aesthetic or keep it minimal – as long as you’re having fun!

Registration is required. This program is for students entering grades 6-12.

Wednesday, August 5 @ 3:00—4:00 PM

Join us for a classic Coke & Mento explosion experiment! Kids will be able to assist with the science, guess which type of soda will make the biggest geyser, and try (or try not to!) get rained on by soda!

Grades K-5. (Younger siblings invited to observe!)

Registration is required and spots are limited!

**This program will be outdoors**

Wednesday, August 5 @ 7:00—8:00 PM

Come discuss the cookbook The Cook’s Garden by Kevin West!

Kevin West gives readers the tools and confidence they need to grow food for their own meals. From gardening basics and advice on harvesting, to delicious recipes showing how to make the best use of produce in any season!

Everyone is encouraged to bring a dish from the book to share and we will eat as we discuss this month’s book.

Stop by reference to pick up a copy. Cookbook Club is the first Wednesday of every month.

Thursday, August 6 @ 2:00—3:00 PM

It’s time to get creative! We’ll have a new and fun craft each week for you to make and take home. This week we’ll be making Bee Baths.

This program is for students entering grades 6-12.

Thursday, August 6 @ 4:00—4:45 PM

Like reading about things that are real and true? Are facts and information on your favorite thing to read about? Join us for our Kids Nonfiction Book Chat!

This month we are learning about food with “What Do We Eat? How Humans Find, Grow and Share Food” by Megan Clendenan.

Registration is appreciated! Books available at the Children’s Room desk.

This program is for students in grades 2-5.

Thursday, August 6 @ 6:00—7:00 PM

Looking for an unforgettable experience for kids and adults alike? Come experience the Ultimate Outdoor Bubble Show! Set to upbeat, family-friendly music, Bubbles McGee transforms the sky into a sparkling wonderland filled with giant bubbles, colorful props, and jaw-dropping WOW moments. This high-energy, crowd-favorite experience will have everyone laughing, cheering, and smiling long after the last bubble floats away.

All ages welcome! Walk-ins welcome! Registration appreciated!

*Please bring blankets or chairs to sit on during this outdoor event!*

Friday, August 7 @ 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!

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.**

Friday, August 7 @ 1:00—2:30 PM

On Friday it’s time to party and play some games. Today we will be playing some Jackbox party games. Please bring a cell phone or tablet with you!

Registration is required. This program is for students entering grades 6-12.