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 2 @ 4:00—4:45 PM

Kids can unleash their creativity with a monthly craft. In February we’ll be making candy catapults!

This program is for kids in grades K-5.

Registration is required and spots are limited! Register here.

Monday, March 2 @ 7:00—8:00 PM

A book club for teens, aimed at highlighting the various books being challenged or banned across the country.

This month we will be reading The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas.

This program is for students in grades 6-12. Register here.

Tuesday, March 3 @ 10:30—11:15 AM

Little Groove music classes are designed for babies and toddlers to explore music in a fun and hands-on way. Children sing, dance, and play real instruments like drums, maracas, and tambourines while building rhythm, coordination, and social skills.

Registration required and spots are limited! Register here.

Tuesday, March 3 @ 3:30—4:30 PM

We are looking for teens who love the library and want to make an impact!

• help create & implement programming at the library
• Give input on how to improve library services for teens
• Assist in caring for the library space
• Earn volunteer hours

This program is for teens ages 13-17. Registration is requested. Register here.

Wednesday, March 4 @ 9:30—11:30 AM on ZOOM

The Library 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your “Encore Career,” this networking group program is perfect for you!

This week’s topic (March 4) is Resumes (“You Are A STAR!”). Register directly on Zoom HERE. This group is sponsored by approximately 30 Massachusetts public libraries.

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

Put your musical know-how to the test. Compete to see if you can identify more songs than anyone else from just a few seconds of listening.

The winner will receive a gift card to Dunkin’!

This program is for students in grades 6-12. Registration is required. Register here.

Thursday, March 5 @ 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 musicians when they were children with “Kid Musicians” by Robin Stevenson.

Registration is appreciated! Register here.

Books available at the Children’s Room desk.

This program is for students in grades 2-5.

Friday, March 6 @ 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 6 @ 4:00—5:00 PM

Do you like LEGO? Want to hang out with other people who do? Once a month we will meet for LEGO Club! The library will provide LEGO bricks to build with and challenges if you need some inspiration!

Saturday, March 7 @ 10:30—11:30 AM

Join us for our Saturday Morning Book Discussion. This month we are reading “The Music Shop” by Rachel Joyce.

“From the author of the world-wide bestseller, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, a new novel about learning how to listen and how to feel; and about second chances and choosing to be brave despite the odds. Because in the end, music can save us all …

1988. Frank owns a music shop. It is jam-packed with records of every speed, size and genre. Classical, jazz, punk – as long as it’s vinyl he sells it. Day after day Frank finds his customers the music they need. Then into his life walks Ilse Brauchmann.

Ilse asks Frank to teach her about music. His instinct is to turn and run. And yet he is drawn to this strangely still, mysterious woman with her pea-green coat and her eyes as black as vinyl. But Ilse is not what she seems. And Frank has old wounds that threaten to re-open and a past he will never leave behind …Stop by reference to pick up a copy. Saturday Morning Book Discussion is the first Saturday of every month.”