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7/15 Oreo Taste Test (Gr. K-5)

Friday, July 10th, 2026

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!

7/15 Henna Tattoos with Wicked Good Henna

Friday, July 10th, 2026

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.

7/16 Dungeons & Dragons 101

Friday, July 10th, 2026

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.

7/16 Teen Crafternoon

Friday, July 10th, 2026

Thursday, July 16 @ 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 felt succulents.

This program is for students entering grades 6-12.

7/16 MCBA Book Club

Friday, July 10th, 2026

Thursday, July 16 @ 4:00—4:45 PM

Join us monthly to discuss one of the 2026-2027 Massachusetts Children’s Book Award book nominees!

This month: “Isabel in Bloom” by Mae Respicio

Copies will be available at the Children’s Room Circulation Desk. **Please pick one up and read the book before the meeting!**

This program is for children in grades 3-7.

7/16 Wildlife Encounters @ Atkinson Elementary Blacktop

Friday, July 10th, 2026

Thursday, July 16 @ 6:00—7:00 PM

Come see the 7 live animals visiting the this year from the Wildlife Encounters Ecology Center!

Wanna know what animals Wildlife Encounters will be bringing? You’ve got to attend the event to find out!

Ages 4+! Walk-ins welcome! Registration appreciated!

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

7/17 Preschool Story Time

Friday, July 10th, 2026

Friday, July 17 @ 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.**

7/17 Teen Game Day: Nintendo Switch

Friday, July 10th, 2026

Friday, July 17 @ 1:00—2:30 PM

On Friday it’s time to party and play some games. Today we will be playing games on the Nintendo Switch.

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

7/17 Pokémon Club

Friday, July 10th, 2026

Friday, July 17 @ 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!!

Summer at the Stevens 2026

Thursday, June 25th, 2026

Plant A Seed, Read

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

OverDrive/Libby Lending Period

Friday, March 29th, 2024

The default lending period in OverDrive/Libby is 14 days. Patrons have the option to select 21 days or 7 days when borrowing!

OverDrive Log-in update

Friday, January 13th, 2023

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