This week at the Manchester Public Library there are some great public programs. You can take tech apart, enjoy Community Game Night, join authors virtually, and much more.
Author Hours (Virtual) | Tuesday, February 18 from 7-8 p.m. Author Christina Clancy will discuss her new novel, “The Snowbirds”, with bestselling author Lynda Cohen Loigman.
Wednesday, February 19 from 7-8 p.m. Bestselling author Joseph Finder will discuss his new thriller, “The Oligarch’s Daughter” in conversation with author Lisa Gardner.
Friday, February 21 from 7-8 p.m. join bestselling author Victoria Christopher Murray as she discusses her new historical fiction novel, “Harlem Rhapsody”.
Monday, February 24 from 7-8 p.m. author Edward Ashton will discuss his new sci-fi novel, “The Fourth Consort”, in conversation with author David Yoon.
Inclusive and Diverse Book Recommendations (Virtual) | Thursday, February 20 from 7:30-8 p.m. Join bookstagrammer, Leelynn Brady monthly for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations, any genre as well as YA and Middle Grade books, as long as they are by diverse authors or have inclusive storylines.
AI Unveiled | Tuesday, February 25 from 6-7 p.m. Imagine a world where computers can think, learn, and even create. Welcome to the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI). We will see how AI is making our lives easier, smarter, and sometimes even a little bit scary.
Diversity Matters | Thursday, February 27 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. February’s Diversity Matters book group’s pick is “The Message” by Ta-Nehisi Coates.
Dungeons and Dragons for Adults (Virtual) | Monday, February 24 from 7-9 p.m. Whatever your level of experience, come join us for a one-shot adventure. MBTS’s Head of Adult and Reference Services, Maddy will be your Game Master. Please register.
Knit Together | Tuesdays from 2-3 p.m. New to knitting? Start a simple project with needles and yarn provided by the library. Hoping to make some gifts for the holidays? Begin a new project or finish one you’ve already started. Enjoy tea, cookies and company.
Tai Chi: The Longevity Tree Tai Chi Location Changes | Every Wednesday from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Manchester local Susan Halpern will continue her weekly Tai Chi class for ages 18 and older. The class will be moving locations as the weather changes and only those who have completed the Safety Release Registration Form on the library’s website, will get weekly location emails. Longevity Tree is part of the internal arts known in China as Qi gong. Qi gong means to cultivate energy with discipline. The Longevity Tree is a form that addresses the balance of mind, body and spirit, by combining movement, deep breathing, and alertness.
Digital Advice Appointments on Monday and Drop-in on Friday | Register for a dedicated session Mondays at 12 noon or 12:30 p.m. or drop in on most Fridays between 3-4 p.m. We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues. Please bring your device, charger and any passwords associated with your device or project. This is a program to offer one on one instruction on how to better utilize your technology, we cannot do a tech project for you and certain issues will be outside of our digital expertise.
Mindfulness Meditation at the First Parish Church Meeting Room | Every Tuesday from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Beginners and experienced meditators are welcome. There will be guided meditation, some silence, and discussion. Please register if this is your first time coming to this program. We need either an email or a phone number in case we need to cancel or change venues.
Mindfulness Meditation at the First Parish Church | Tuesdays from 5-6 p.m. Evening meditation happens weekly at 5 p.m. except for the 3rd Tuesday of the month.
Shut Up and Write (Virtual) | Every Thursday from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Join a community of writers and artists on Zoom who just want to write. Come any time. No need to share, no need to critique or be critiqued.
For Teens:
Join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) | High school students who join the group will be involved in adding items to the library’s collection, promoting special events, planning the annual Haunted Library and more. You will get community service hours for school and pizza. Contact Tom Russo, the YA librarian.
Old Tech Take Apart | Wednesday, February 19 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. for grades 4-8. Curious about what’s inside an old computer? Come find out, please register.
MPL Children’s Events:
Sensory Play with Make Your Own Snow | Saturday, February 22 from 2-2:45 p.m. for ages 4 and up. Play in the snow without getting cold. We’ll make snow using two common household ingredients and then play.
Graphic Novel Club | Wednesday, February 26 from 4-4:45 p.m. for grades 4-7. Snacks and an activity will be provided. This month’s pick is “Pizza Face” by Rex Ogle.
Meet Nile, the inflatable Humpback Whale | Thursday, February 20 at 10:30, 11, 11:30 a.m. and 12 noon. This 43-foot life-sized inflatable humpback whale is swimming to Manchester-by-the-Sea for a fun, educational experience during February break. Discover the remarkable similarities between whales and humans, and have the hands-on-experience of touching real whale artifacts. Registration is required.
Little Learners Playgroup | Thursdays from 10-11 a.m. Join this weekly playgroup presented by Early Childhood Partners CFCE. Please register.
Fall and Winter Storytime | Wednesday’s from 10:30-11:15 a.m. Ages 0-3
