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.

Monday, March 9 @ 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! Register here.

This program is for children from birth to 18 months.

Monday, March 9 @ 4:00—4:45 PM

Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek Murray as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing. No experience necessary. Ukuleles provided.

Ages 8-14 only please.

Registration is required and spots are limited. Register here.

Tuesday, March 10 @ 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: “Pokko and the Drum” by  Matthew Forsythe.

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

Register here.

Tuesday, March 10 @ 7:00—8:00 PM

Make a music inspired dish using air-dry clay!

All material provided.

Registration required. Register here.

Wednesday, March 11 @ 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! Register here.

This program is for children 18-36 months.

Wednesday, March 11 @ 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, March 11 @ 3:30—4:30 PM

If you’re the creative sort, drop in and try a new craft each month.

This month, we will make mix tape keepsakes.

This program is for students in grades 4-8. Registration requested. Register here.

Wednesday, March 11 @ 7:00—8:00 PM

Come discuss the cookbook The Weekday Vegetarians by Jenny Rosenstrach!

Jenny Rosenstrach, creator of the beloved blog Dinner: A Love Story and Cup of Jo columnist, knew that she wanted to eat better for health reasons and for the planet but didn’t want to miss the meat that she loves. But why does it have to be all or nothing? She figured that she could eat vegetarian during the week and save meaty splurges for the weekend. The Weekday Vegetarians shows readers how Jenny got her family on board with a weekday plant-based mentality and lays out a plan for home cooks to follow, one filled with brilliant and bold meat-free meals.

Curious cooks will find more than 100 recipes (organized by meal type) for comforting, family-friendly foods like Pizza Salad with White Beans, Cauliflower Cutlets with Ranch Dressing, and Squash and Black Bean Tacos. Jenny also offers key flavor hits that will make any tray of roasted vegetables or bowl of garlicky beans irresistible–great things to make and throw on your next meal, such as spiced Crispy Chickpeas (who needs croutons?), Pizza Dough Croutons (you need croutons!), and a sweet chile sauce that makes everything look good and taste amazing. The Weekday Vegetarians is loaded with practical tips, techniques, and food for thought, and Jenny is your sage guide to getting more meat-free meals into your weekly rotation.”

Stop by reference to pick up a copy. 

Thursday, March 12 @ 10:30—11:30 AM

Join us every month for a different activity. This month we will be playing Music Bingo!

This activity is for adults. Adult day groups welcome.

Registration required. Register here.

Thursday, March 12 @ 4:00—4:45 PM

Is your child just starting to read Chapter Books? Are they working on building reading and comprehension skills? Join us for our Beginning Chapter Book Chat!

This month: “Craftily Ever After: Making the Band” by Martha Maker.

Registration is appreciated! Register here.

Books available at the Children’s Room circulation desk.

This program is for grades K and up.

Friday, March 13 @ 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.**

Friday, March 13 @ 4:00—4:45 PM

In this STEM program, we’ll explore real-life, hands-on solutions to story book problems!

This program is for students in grades 2-5.

Registration is required. Register here.