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Sunday, January 1Closed
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Tuesday, January 310:30—11:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
CFCE of the Northshore - Music and Movement
Join us for a great program filled with music and Movement! All ages, registration required. Music ignites all areas of child development and skills for school readiness, including intellectual, social-emotional behavior, language in overall literacy, and helps the body and the mind work together.…Learn More
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Wednesday, January 49:30—11:30 AMVIRTUAL PROGRAM - Peabody Institute Library, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923 - 978-774-0554
Zoom Series: 50+ Job Seekers Group: Self-Assessment & Transferable Skills
This week's topic: Self-Assessment & Transferable SkillsNOTE: An evening meeting covering this same topic will be offered Wednesday, January 11 at 6:00pm. Click here for more information. If you are unemployed, 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! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 410:00—10:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Bouncing Babies Storytime
For parents and caregivers with children ages 0 - 15 months or walkers. Join us for stories, songs and sensory play time to develop language skills, social skills, and motor skills. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis. Older siblings are welcome.…Learn More
Wednesday, January 410:30—11:00 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Toddler Tunes
Join us for books, songs, and rhymes at a storytime designed for ages 15 months through 3 years. Older or younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis.
Wednesday, January 411:00—11:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Little Listeners
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more in the library! This story time is designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers but older and younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis.…Learn More
Wednesday, January 41:00—3:00 PMChildren's RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Early Release Crafternoon
Join us from 1-3 in the Children's room to make some crafts and get creative!
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Thursday, January 510:30—11:00 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Toddler Tunes
Join us for books, songs, and rhymes at a storytime designed for ages 15 months through 3 years. Older or younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis.
Thursday, January 511:00—11:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Little Listeners
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more in the library! This story time is designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers but older and younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis.…Learn More
Thursday, January 53:30—4:30 PMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Lego Club
Build your own Lego creation with our Lego bricks and special pieces. (Ages 5 - 11)
Thursday, January 57:00—8:00 PMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Winter Seed Sowing (In-Person)
Winter Sowing. Start your seeds outside as early as January even with a heavy snowfall covering the ground! As a gardener, I have spent a small fortune on plants that where lovingly put into the ground one year and never seen again. I started using seeds to save money but between dampening off, over watering and under watering my success rate was less than 25%.…Learn More6
Friday, January 61:00—3:00 PMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Friday Movie Matinee: Ticket to Paradise (2022)
Catch new releases, forgotten classics and overlooked gems every Friday at 1:00pm. THIS WEEK: Ticket to Paradise (2022)Academy Award® winners George Clooney and Julia Roberts reunite on the big screen as exes who find themselves on a shared mission to stop their lovestruck daughter from making the same mistake they once made.…Learn More7
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Monday, January 96:00—8:00 PMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Twisted Yarn Club
Do you enjoy knitting or crocheting? Join our new Twisted Yarn Club where crafters can meet to exchange ideas, and beginners can learn from the more experienced. You can either bring your own project to work on or get creative with our provided supplies.…Learn MoreMonday, January 96:30—7:00 PMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Pajama Storytime!
Wear your pajamas and join us for some sleepy time stories and rhymes! Ages 0-7 with a parent or caregiver.
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Tuesday, January 1010:30—11:30 AMChildren's RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Gordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Drop in Craft
Come into the Children's room each Tuesday to get creative! We'll have a toddler and preschool craft available for you to choose from. One craft per child.
Tuesday, January 107:00—8:00 PMVIRTUAL PROGRAM - Peabody Institute Library, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923 - 978-774-0554
Zoom Program: Immigrants' Rights and Asylum Laws
On September 14, 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis (FL) routed approximately 50 asylum seekers from San Antonio, TX, to Martha’s Vineyard, MA. Professor Sarah Sherman-Stokes, associate director of the Immigrants’ Rights & Human Trafficking Clinic at Boston University School of Law, will share the legal implications of DeSantis’s actions and current issues in asylum law and policy.…Learn MoreTuesday, January 107:00—8:30 PMClassroomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
The Danvers Writing Group
The Danvers Writing Group
The second Tuesday of every month. 7:00—8:30 PMClassroom, Peabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923Join friends for a critique-free written word journey. Every second Tuesday we share our current projects, explore the practicalities of creating a finished work, and engage in exercises to unlock creativity.…Learn More11
Wednesday, January 1110:00—10:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Bouncing Babies Storytime
For parents and caregivers with children ages 0 - 15 months or walkers. Join us for stories, songs and sensory play time to develop language skills, social skills, and motor skills. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis. Older siblings are welcome.…Learn More
Wednesday, January 1110:30—11:00 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Toddler Tunes
Join us for books, songs, and rhymes at a storytime designed for ages 15 months through 3 years. Older or younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis.
Wednesday, January 1111:00—11:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Little Listeners
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more in the library! This story time is designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers but older and younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis.…Learn More
Wednesday, January 111:00—1:45 PMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Lunchtime Laughter Circle
Come chase away the winter blues with Laughter Circle, also known as Laughter Yoga. Participants sit in a circle in chairs and are lead through a series of short laughter exercises. No actual yoga poses included. Laughing, whether it is is real or unforced, carries with it the same health benefits.…Learn More
Wednesday, January 116:00—8:00 PMVIRTUAL PROGRAM - Peabody Institute Library, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923 - 978-774-0554
Zoom Series: 50+ Job Seekers Group: Self-Assessment & Transferable Skills
This week's topic: Self-Assessment & Transferable SkillsIf you are unemployed, 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! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 116:00—7:45 PMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Girl Scouts Troop 70336
Girl Scout meeting to include craftsWednesday, January 117:00—8:30 PMArchivesPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
monthly meeting of the Board of Library Trustees. This meeting is open to the public.
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Thursday, January 1210:30—11:00 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Toddler Tunes
Join us for books, songs, and rhymes at a storytime designed for ages 15 months through 3 years. Older or younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis.
Thursday, January 1211:00—11:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Little Listeners
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more in the library! This story time is designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers but older and younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis.…Learn More
Thursday, January 123:30—4:30 PMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Lego Club
Build your own Lego creation with our Lego bricks and special pieces. (Ages 5 - 11)
Thursday, January 127:00—8:15 PMVIRTUAL PROGRAM - Peabody Institute Library, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923 - 978-774-0554
Zoom Program: "All Creatures Great and Small" - the Real Darrowby Village
Join Anglophile and former UK resident Claire Evans as she recounts the life and times of Alf Wight, an unassuming country veterinarian who practiced for 50 years in one of England’s most beautiful places, the Yorkshire Dales. He rose to international fame later in life under the pen name James Herriot as he recounted the heartwarming animal stories and colorful characters of a bygone era, inspiring a film and multiple television series.…Learn More13
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Saturday, January 149:30—10:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Baby Sensory Play Group
Join us for a baby sensory play group! Watch your little one interact and engage with a variety of sensory items. Sensory play is a fantastic way to help babies explore their worlds, stimulate the senses, and create little inquisitive explorers. Newborns - 24 months are welcome and encouraged.…Learn More
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Monday, January 16Closed
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Tuesday, January 1710:30—11:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
CFCE of the Northshore - Music and Movement
Join us for a great program filled with music and Movement! All ages, registration required. Music ignites all areas of child development and skills for school readiness, including intellectual, social-emotional behavior, language in overall literacy, and helps the body and the mind work together.…Learn More
Tuesday, January 173:30—4:30 PMChildren's RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
A-MAZE-ING Mini Robots!
Come play with Hexbugs! We'll create a maze and see if the mini robots can navigate it! Ages 5-11
Tuesday, January 176:30—8:15 PMClassroomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Holten Richmond Theatre Organization
Board Meeting for the upcoming theatre musical at the danvers middle schoolTuesday, January 177:00—8:00 PMVIRTUAL PROGRAM - Peabody Institute Library, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923 - 978-774-0554
Zoom Program: This Is What It Sounds Like: The Music of Listening
Author Susan Rogers will deliver a presentation based on her new book, This Is What It Sounds Like: What the Music You Love Says About You, in this ZOOM webinar. Rogers, a legendary record producer–turned–brain scientist, will explain why you fall in love with music.…Learn More18
Wednesday, January 189:30—11:30 AMVIRTUAL PROGRAM - Peabody Institute Library, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923 - 978-774-0554
Zoom Series: 50+ Job Seekers Group: Create Your "Career Story" Pitch
This week's topic: Create Your "Career Story" PitchNOTE: An evening meeting covering this same topic will be offered Wednesday, January 25 at 6:00pm. Click here for more information. If you are unemployed, 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! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 1810:00—10:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Bouncing Babies Storytime
For parents and caregivers with children ages 0 - 15 months or walkers. Join us for stories, songs and sensory play time to develop language skills, social skills, and motor skills. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis. Older siblings are welcome.…Learn More
Wednesday, January 1810:30—11:00 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Toddler Tunes
Join us for books, songs, and rhymes at a storytime designed for ages 15 months through 3 years. Older or younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis.
Wednesday, January 1811:00—11:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Little Listeners
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more in the library! This story time is designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers but older and younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis.…Learn More
Wednesday, January 186:30—8:00 PMClassroomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Friends of the Library Board Meeting
Board meeting of the Friends of the Library. All are welcome!19
Thursday, January 1910:30—11:00 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Toddler Tunes
Join us for books, songs, and rhymes at a storytime designed for ages 15 months through 3 years. Older or younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis.
Thursday, January 1911:00—11:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Little Listeners
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more in the library! This story time is designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers but older and younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis.…Learn More
Thursday, January 193:30—4:30 PMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Lego Club
Build your own Lego creation with our Lego bricks and special pieces. (Ages 5 - 11)
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Friday, January 201:00—3:00 PMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Friday Movie Matinee: The Banshees of Inisherin (2022)
Catch new releases, forgotten classics and overlooked gems every Friday at 1:00pm. THIS WEEK: The Banshees of Inisherin (2022)Set on a remote island off the west coast of Ireland, THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN follows lifelong friends Pádraic and Colm, who find themselves at an impasse when Colm unexpectedly puts an end to their friendship.…Learn MoreFriday, January 203:30—4:15 PMClassroomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
MCBA Book Club
The MCBA Book Club, featuring the Massachusetts Children's Book Award nominees, is for ages 8-11. For this month's book club we'll be reading Roll With It by Jamie Sumner. Registration Required!
MCBA stands for Massachusetts Children's Book Award, MCBA Book Awards.…Learn More
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Saturday, January 2110:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Family LEGO Fun
Ages 4 and up -- join us for inter-generational LEGO building!
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Monday, January 233:30—4:30 PMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Reading Adventure! Story & Craft
Kids ages 6 - 8. Join us for a story & craft!
Monday, January 237:00—8:30 PMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Historic District Commission
A meeting of the Historic District Commission24
Tuesday, January 2410:30—11:30 AMChildren's RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Gordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Drop in Craft
Come into the Children's room each Tuesday to get creative! We'll have a toddler and preschool craft available for you to choose from. One craft per child.
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Wednesday, January 2510:00—10:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Bouncing Babies Storytime
For parents and caregivers with children ages 0 - 15 months or walkers. Join us for stories, songs and sensory play time to develop language skills, social skills, and motor skills. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis. Older siblings are welcome.…Learn More
Wednesday, January 2510:30—11:00 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Toddler Tunes
Join us for books, songs, and rhymes at a storytime designed for ages 15 months through 3 years. Older or younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis.
Wednesday, January 2511:00—11:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Little Listeners
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more in the library! This story time is designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers but older and younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis.…Learn More
Wednesday, January 256:00—8:00 PMVIRTUAL PROGRAM - Peabody Institute Library, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923 - 978-774-0554
Zoom Series: 50+ Job Seekers Group: Create Your "Career Story" Pitch
This week's topic: Create Your "Career Story" PitchIf you are unemployed, 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! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 256:30—8:30 PMClassroomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
2023 Reading Challenge Book Club
The 2023 Reading Challenge Book Club will meet on the last Wednesday of every month - starting on 01/25/2023. A monthly theme will be provided, you pick the book, and then we meet to talk about our books and share recommendations. But, that's not all.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 257:00—8:00 PMVIRTUAL PROGRAM - Peabody Institute Library, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923 - 978-774-0554
Zoom Program: The Ransomware Hunting Team-Authors Renee Dudley & Daniel Golden
Join authors Pulitzer Prize finalist Renee Dudley and local Pulitzer Prize winner Daniel Golden as they discuss their latest book, The Ransomware Hunting Team. Urgent, uplifting, and entertaining, Renee Dudley and Daniel Golden’s The Ransomware Hunting Team is a real-life technological thriller that illuminates a dangerous new era of cybercrime.…Learn More26
Thursday, January 2610:30—11:00 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Toddler Tunes
Join us for books, songs, and rhymes at a storytime designed for ages 15 months through 3 years. Older or younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis.
Thursday, January 2611:00—11:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Little Listeners
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more in the library! This story time is designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers but older and younger siblings are always welcome to join in. Each storytime is limited to 30 on a first come, first serve basis.…Learn More
Thursday, January 263:30—4:30 PMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Lego Club
Build your own Lego creation with our Lego bricks and special pieces. (Ages 5 - 11)
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Friday, January 279:30—11:00 AMChildren's RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Gordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
School Field Trip
Field Trip
Friday, January 271:00—3:15 PMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Friday Movie Matinee: She Said (2022)
Catch new releases, forgotten classics and overlooked gems every Friday at 1:00pm. THIS WEEK: She Said (2022)The New York Times journalists Megan Twohey and Jodi Kantor publish a report that exposes sexual abuse allegations against powerful Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein.…Learn More28
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Monday, January 302:00—4:00 PMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Seed Sorting for the Seed Library
Come help us sort seeds and label seed envelopes for our Seed Library!Drop in any time during the two hours to break packets of seeds up into smaller ones so we can add them to the free Seed Library on the first floor. Whether you can help do some sorting for 10 minutes or for the full 2 hours, we're happy to have the help.…Learn More
Monday, January 306:30—7:30 PMVIRTUAL PROGRAM - Peabody Institute Library, 15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923 - 978-774-0554
Biography Book Club (Canceled)
This month we will be discussing I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai (October 2013). Copies are available through NOBLE(regular print), or Libby as an (ebook and eaudio). The Biography Book Club meets on the 3rd Monday of the month at 6:30pm on Zoom and the link is emailed late the same afternoon.…Learn More31
Tuesday, January 3110:30—11:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
CFCE of the Northshore - Music and Movement
Join us for a great program filled with music and Movement! All ages, registration required. Music ignites all areas of child development and skills for school readiness, including intellectual, social-emotional behavior, language in overall literacy, and helps the body and the mind work together.…Learn More