May 2024

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Wednesday, May 19:30—10:00 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 35 children on a first come, first serve basis.…Learn More

Wednesday, May 110:00—10:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Toddler Tunes Storytime

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 35 children on a first come, first serve basis. Check in at the children's desk upon arrival to ensure your spot.…Learn More

Wednesday, May 110:30—11:00 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Toddler Tunes Storytime

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 35 children on a first come, first serve basis. Check in at the children's desk upon arrival to ensure your spot.…Learn More

Wednesday, May 11:00—3:00 PMChildren's RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Early Release Crafternoon

Early Release CrafternoonAges 5+. Join us from 1:00 -3:00 PM in the Children's room to make some crafts and get creative! Drop in anytime during the program to take part.  
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Thursday, May 23:30—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) Drop in, first come first served. To ensure that you get a space, come to the Children's Desk to get a "Star" ticket starting at 3:00 PM.   Child must be present to receive the ticket.…Learn More
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Saturday, May 410:00 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! Younger siblings can use our Duplo blocks. Drop in anytime between 10:00 AM and noon to take part.  
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Tuesday, May 710:00—11:00 AMChildren's GardenPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Gordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Sidewalk Chalk Party

Chalk the Walk! Make your mark on the Children's entrance sidewalk, in the Children's Garden or even on the wall outside of the Children's Room! Use our chalk and simply bring your imagination. Ages 0 - 11, along with their parent/caregiver.  Bonus: pack a picnic lunch and enjoy eating in the park afterwards! Bring a blanket and read your library books! Feed some corn or peas to the ducks.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 93:30—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) Drop in, first come first served. To ensure that you get a space, come to the Children's Desk to get a "Star" ticket starting at 3:00 PM.   Child must be present to receive the ticket.…Learn More
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Saturday, May 1110:00—11:00 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Musical Morning: Family Concert with Peter Sheridan

Children's Music with Peter Sheridan! Free family concert for ages 0 - 5, older siblings welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.  
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Monday, May 133:30—4:30 PMClassroomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Graphic Novel Book Club

Graphic Novel Book Club. This month, we are reading Guts by Raina Telgemeier. Pick up a copy of the book in the Children's Room to read ahead of time, then meet with us on May 13th to discuss it! 

Monday, May 137:00—7:45 PMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Laughter Therapy

Also called Laughter Yoga, come join our circle!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
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Tuesday, May 1410:00—11:00 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, May 156:00—8:00 PMLibrary LawnPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Light the Night Purple

Light the Night Purple is a community-friendly event to raise awareness of substance use prevention and treatment; to promote health, healing, and recovery; and to erase the stigma associated with this disease. Presented by DanversCARES. Free and open to the communityA variety of presentations and activities will be occurring.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 163:30—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) Drop in, first come first served. To ensure that you get a space, come to the Children's Desk to get a "Star" ticket starting at 3:00 PM.   Child must be present to receive the ticket.…Learn More

Thursday, May 166:00—6:15 PMClassroomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Book Buddy: Read with Bentley, a Therapy Dog!

Ages 4 - 11. Kids, read to Bentley, our therapy dog friend from B. O. N. E. S. ! Bring some books with you or select them from the Children's Room to read to our friendly dog buddy. You'll have 15 minutes to read to our canine companion, who will happily enjoy your stories.…Learn More

Thursday, May 166:15—6:30 PMClassroomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Book Buddy: Read with Bentley, a Therapy Dog!

Ages 4 - 11. Kids, read to Bentley, our therapy dog friend from B. O. N. E. S. ! Bring some books with you or select them from the Children's Room to read to our friendly dog buddy. You'll have 15 minutes to read to our canine companion, who will happily enjoy your stories.…Learn More

Thursday, May 166:30—6:45 PMClassroomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Book Buddy: Read with Bentley, a Therapy Dog!

Ages 4 - 11. Kids, read to Bentley, our therapy dog friend from B. O. N. E. S. ! Bring some books with you or select them from the Children's Room to read to our friendly dog buddy. You'll have 15 minutes to read to our canine companion, who will happily enjoy your stories.…Learn More

Thursday, May 166:45—7:00 PMClassroomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Book Buddy: Read with Bentley, a Therapy Dog!

Ages 4 - 11. Kids, read to Bentley, our therapy dog friend from B. O. N. E. S. ! Bring some books with you or select them from the Children's Room to read to our friendly dog buddy. You'll have 15 minutes to read to our canine companion, who will happily enjoy your stories.…Learn More
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Saturday, May 189:30—10:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Tummy Time

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

Saturday, May 1810:00—10:30 AMGordon RoomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

Doula Chat for Parents & Caregivers

Celebrate the newest family member and talk about all the amazing and trying moments of parenting with postpartum Doula, Cory Ryan. From modern grandparenting to postpartum hurdles, we'll tackle the latest safety standards and everyday challenges that caregivers face.…Learn More
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Tuesday, May 21Closed

Peabody Institute Library of Danvers

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Thursday, May 233:30—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) Drop in, first come first served. To ensure that you get a space, come to the Children's Desk to get a "Star" ticket starting at 3:00 PM.   Child must be present to receive the ticket.…Learn More
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Sunday, May 26Closed

Peabody Institute Library of Danvers

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Monday, May 27Closed

Peabody Institute Library of Danvers

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Tuesday, May 2810:00—11:00 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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Thursday, May 303:30—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) Drop in, first come first served. To ensure that you get a space, come to the Children's Desk to get a "Star" ticket starting at 3:00 PM.   Child must be present to receive the ticket.…Learn More
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