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Monday, December 210:00—10:30 AMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Sensory Storytime with Northeast Arc
Ages: Toddler & Preschool
Storytime includes singing, active play, stories, and art activities! For kids ages 18-60 months, with caregiver participation.
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Tuesday, December 311:00—11:30 AMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
CANCELLED - Preschool Storytime
CANCELLED DUE TO PARKING BAN - Stories, songs, and occasional crafts. For children 3-5 years old, without caregiver participation (independent).…Learn More
Tuesday, December 34:00—4:45 PMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Storybook Theater Company
An exploratory acting experience for creative folks! Children will read from scripts adapted from well-known stories, and use fun props. No experience required. For children in grades K-5, without caregiver participation (independent).
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Wednesday, December 410:00—10:30 AMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Babies & Books
Stories, rhymes, finger plays, and songs. For children 0-18 months, with caregiver participation.…Learn More
Wednesday, December 44:00—4:45 PMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Library Explorers
Stories and crafts. For children in grades K-5, without caregiver participation (independent).…Learn More
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Thursday, December 510:00—10:30 AMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Time for Toddlers
Stories, rhymes, finger plays, and songs. For children ages 18 months - 36 months, with caregiver participation.…Learn More
Thursday, December 53:45—4:45 PMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Teen Test Kitchen
Learn to cook at SPL!
Meet weekly to practice the basics of making food you want to eat! For teens in grades 5-12. Basic understanding of kitchen safety (able to responsibly use knives for food preparation, and maintain focus when working near hot surfaces or liquids) required.
Thursday, December 55:30—6:30 PMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Bucket Drumming
Learn and explore sound and rhythm with bucket drumming and other (sometimes unexpected) percussion instruments. For children in grades K-5, with or without caregiver participation.…Learn More
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Friday, December 610:00—10:30 AMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Jammin' with Jen
A sing-along program. For children ages 2 and up, with caregiver participation.
Friday, December 610:00 AM—12:00 PMMayor Jean Levesque Community Life Center - 401 Bridge St, Salem, MA 01970Community Visits , Salem, MA, 01970
Pop-Up Library at the CLC
The Salem Public Library will be visiting the Community Life Center from 10-12. Please stop by to check out books, movies, and more. Library card registration will also be available. Hope to see you there!
Friday, December 64:00—4:45 PMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Build it!
A hands-on exploration of science and engineering ideas, inspired by PBS Kids’ Design Squad. For children in grades K-5, without caregiver participation (independent).…Learn More
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Monday, December 910:00—10:30 AMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Sensory Storytime with Northeast Arc
Ages: Toddler & Preschool
Storytime includes singing, active play, stories, and art activities! For kids ages 18-60 months, with caregiver participation.
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Tuesday, December 1011:00—11:30 AMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Preschool Storytime
Stories, songs, and occasional crafts. For children 3-5 years old, without caregiver participation (independent).…Learn More
Tuesday, December 104:00—4:45 PMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Storybook Theater Company
An exploratory acting experience for creative folks! Children will read from scripts adapted from well-known stories, and use fun props. No experience required. For children in grades K-5, without caregiver participation (independent).
Tuesday, December 106:30—7:30 PMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Book Buffet
Come make eat pizza, compete in Minute-to-Win-It games, and chat about great books you've read! Registration required. Ages 10 and up
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Wednesday, December 1110:00—10:30 AMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Babies & Books
Stories, rhymes, finger plays, and songs. For children 0-18 months, with caregiver participation.…Learn More
Wednesday, December 114:00—4:45 PMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Library Explorers
Stories and crafts. For children in grades K-5, without caregiver participation (independent).…Learn More
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Thursday, December 1210:00—10:30 AMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Time for Toddlers
Stories, rhymes, finger plays, and songs. For children ages 18 months - 36 months, with caregiver participation.…Learn More
Thursday, December 122:00—3:30 PMEspacio - 105 Congress St, Salem, MA 01970Community Visits , Salem, MA, 01970
Pop-Up Library at Espacio
Please join us on the second Thursday of every month for Pop-Up Library at Espacio. We'll bring books, movies, more. Stop by to say hi, check out some new materials, or register for a library card. Hope to see you there!
Thursday, December 123:45—4:45 PMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Teen Test Kitchen
Learn to cook at SPL!
Meet weekly to practice the basics of making food you want to eat! For teens in grades 5-12. Basic understanding of kitchen safety (able to responsibly use knives for food preparation, and maintain focus when working near hot surfaces or liquids) required.
Thursday, December 125:30—6:30 PMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Bucket Drumming
Learn and explore sound and rhythm with bucket drumming and other (sometimes unexpected) percussion instruments. For children in grades K-5, with or without caregiver participation.…Learn More
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Friday, December 1310:00—10:30 AMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Jammin' with Jen
A sing-along program. For children ages 2 and up, with caregiver participation.
Friday, December 134:00—4:45 PMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Build it!
A hands-on exploration of science and engineering ideas, inspired by PBS Kids’ Design Squad. For children in grades K-5, without caregiver participation (independent).…Learn More
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Saturday, December 1411:00 AM—1:00 PMReference - 2nd Floor The Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Census Job Application Session
Looking for a great job that pays $25 per hour? The Census is hiring in our area. We will have computers dedicated to applying for the Census in our large study room from 11:00am-1:00pm on Saturday. Please feel free to stop by or apply anytime at https://2020census.…Learn More15
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Tuesday, December 1711:00—11:30 AMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Preschool Storytime
Stories, songs, and occasional crafts. For children 3-5 years old, without caregiver participation (independent).…Learn More
Tuesday, December 1711:00 AM—12:00 PMMayor Jean Levesque Community Life Center - 401 Bridge St, Salem, MA 01970Community Visits , Salem, MA, 01970
Broad Street Readers
Discuss "Marriage of Opposites" by Alice HoffmanTuesday, December 174:00—4:45 PMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Storybook Theater Company
An exploratory acting experience for creative folks! Children will read from scripts adapted from well-known stories, and use fun props. No experience required. For children in grades K-5, without caregiver participation (independent).
Tuesday, December 175:30—6:30 PMMayor Jean Levesque Community Life Center - 401 Bridge St, Salem, MA 01970Community Visits , Salem, MA, 01970
Broad Street Readers - 5:30pm EVENT CANCELLED
Discuss "Marriage of Opposites" by Alice HoffmanTuesday, December 176:30—8:00 PMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Zine Club! EVENT CANCELLED
Calling all writers, artists, poets and photographers! Create your own book or maga(zine)!For grades 4 and up. Registration is required. Call (978-744-9667) or visit the Children's Room to sign up, or do so online.
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Wednesday, December 1810:00—10:30 AMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Babies & Books
Stories, rhymes, finger plays, and songs. For children 0-18 months, with caregiver participation.…Learn More
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Thursday, December 1910:00—10:30 AMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Time for Toddlers
Stories, rhymes, finger plays, and songs. For children ages 18 months - 36 months, with caregiver participation.…Learn More
Thursday, December 193:45—4:45 PMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Teen Test Kitchen
Learn to cook at SPL!
Meet weekly to practice the basics of making food you want to eat! For teens in grades 5-12. Basic understanding of kitchen safety (able to responsibly use knives for food preparation, and maintain focus when working near hot surfaces or liquids) required.
Thursday, December 195:30—6:30 PMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Bucket Drumming
Learn and explore sound and rhythm with bucket drumming and other (sometimes unexpected) percussion instruments. For children in grades K-5, with or without caregiver participation.…Learn More
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Friday, December 2010:00—10:30 AMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Jammin' with Jen
A sing-along program. For children ages 2 and up, with caregiver participation.
Friday, December 2010:00 AM—12:00 PMMayor Jean Levesque Community Life Center - 401 Bridge St, Salem, MA 01970Community Visits , Salem, MA, 01970
Pop-Up Library at the CLC
The Salem Public Library will be visiting the Community Life Center from 10-12. Please stop by to check out books, movies, and more. Library card registration will also be available. Hope to see you there!
Friday, December 204:00—4:45 PMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Build it!
A hands-on exploration of science and engineering ideas, inspired by PBS Kids’ Design Squad. For children in grades K-5, without caregiver participation (independent).…Learn More
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Saturday, December 2110:30—11:30 AMChildren's Program Room - Ground FloorThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Polar Express Party
Kids of all ages and their adult caregiver(s) are invited to come in their pajamas to the Salem Public Library's Polar Express Party. Hear Chris Van Allsburg's classic story The Polar Express read aloud, write letters to Santa at the North Pole, enjoy cocoa and cookies, take a photo with the conductor, and get a sleigh bell to take home! Registration is required.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 249:00 AM—12:00 PMHoursThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Closing at Noon
The Salem Public Library will be open from 9am-12pm on December 24, 2019.
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Wednesday, December 25Closed
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Friday, December 2710:00—11:45 AMCinemaSalemCommunity Visits , Salem, MA, 01970
FREE Children's Movie Event at CinemaSalem
Join the Salem Public Library at Cinema Salem for a FREE family movie, funded by the Trustees of the Salem Public Library. Due to licensing restrictions, we can't put the movie we're showing online, but you can call or visit us to find out. HINT: it features a spork.…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 319:00 AM—12:00 PMHoursThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Closing at Noon
The Salem Public Library will be open from 9am-12pm on December 24, 2019.