This week at the Manchester Public Library on Central Street, look for author talks, a Tarot workshop, a brain health talk and of course regular programming with mindful meditation and weekly TaiChi. Check it out.
Author Hours (Virtual)
Friday, January 17 from 7-8 p.m. Author Jessie Garcia will discuss her new thriller, “The Business Trip”.
Tuesday, January 21 from 7-8 p.m. Author James Grippando will discuss his new legal thriller, “Grave Danger”.
Wednesday, January 22 from 7-8 p.m. Author Leah Konen will discuss her new thriller, “The Last Room on the Left”.
Thursday, January 23 from 7-8 p.m. Authors Scott Turow and Alafair Burke will discuss their newest thrillers, in a conversation with Dwyer Murphy, editor-in-chief of CrimeReads.
Friday, January 24 from 7-8 p.m. Author Vicki Delany will discuss her new cozy mystery novel, “The Incident of the Book in the Nighttime: A Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mystery”.
Women’s Fiction Book Recommendations |Thursday, January 16 from 6:30-7 p.m. Join bestselling author, Kristan Higgins, for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations, the best of women’s fiction out there.
Tarot Talk Workshop |Thursday, January 23 from 5-7 p.m. Join Leeza Masia from The Tarot Collective for a Tarot Talk workshop. We will talk about how tarot cards can be a wonderful tool for self-reflection and self-discovery, as well as intuitive development. Tarot reading encourages us to reflect on ideas that can help develop a sense of who we are and where we are on our life’s journey.
Six Pillars of Brain Health with AARP (Virtual) |Monday, January 27 from 2-3 p.m. It’s never too late to take charge of your brain health. You will learn about the six pillars of a brain-healthy lifestyle, discover brain boosting activities, and be inspired by others.
AI Unveiled: Exploring the Promise, Perils, and Potential of AI |Tuesday, January 28 from 6-7 p.m. Imagine a world where computers can think, learn, and even create. Welcome to the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). In this presentation, we’ll take a journey through the exciting world of AI, exploring its history, its amazing applications, and even the potential risks.
Dungeons and Dragons for Adults (Virtual) |Monday, January 27 from 7-9 p.m. Whatever your level of experience come join us for a one- shot adventure. Hamilton Wenham’s Reference and Technology Librarian, Lindley and Adult Services Librarian, Maddy will be your Game Masters for these two-hour sessions
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 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 noon. 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 third Tuesday of the month.
Shut Up and Write (Virtual) |Every Thursday from 10 a.m.-12 noon. 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.
MPL Children’s Events:
2025 All Ages MBTS Tiny Art Show Reception |Saturday, January 25 from 1:30-3 p.m. Come and enjoy the community art show which will be on display until January 31.
Community Game Night |Tuesday, January 23 from 4-6 p.m. Come on by with your game face on, all ages welcome, snacks provided. Please register.
Graphic Novel Club |Wednesday, January 22 from 4-4:45 p.m. Snack and activity will be provided. This month’s pick is “Summer Vamp” by Violet Chan Karim. For grades 4-7.
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
