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Saturday, July 310:00—11:00 AMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Summer Reading Kickoff Party Featuring the "Flying High Frisbee Dogs"
Mike Piazza is a multiple time world finalist and world record holder in the sport of K-9 frisbee and the current #1 Professional K-9 frisbee performer in the world!Come see the dogs show. While you're here, sign up for SPL's 2021 Summer Reading Program, "Tails and Tales".…Learn More4
Sunday, July 4Closed
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Monday, July 5Closed
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Tuesday, July 63:00—3:45 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
CANCELLED 7/6 - Care of Magical Creatures
***Today's program has been cancelled due to weather***In this fantastical storytime, you'll discover magical creatures, test potions & crafts, play games, and more!This program will be held in-person on the library lawn. For kids in grades K-5.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 66:30—7:30 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Art Night
We’re doing sharpie tie dye & making watercolor bookmarks! Bring an item of white cotton clothing to tie dye, or use one of our mini bags instead. Open to age 10+. Masks required.7
Wednesday, July 710:00—10:45 AMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
Wild Wednesdays
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Storytime/Playtime for babies presented by the Salem Public Library. Live on Zoom. Visit www. salempl. org/calendar to register.Wednesday, July 73:00—3:30 PMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
ONLINE EVENT: Fun with Fables
Join Ms. Laura for this exploration of Aesop's fables. Each week will feature a different story, song, and simple craft suggestion! The program will be held in real-time virtually in Zoom. Please register at www. SalemPL. org/calendarfor Zoom login information.Wednesday, July 77:00—8:00 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Bucket Drumming
Explore sound and rhythm with bucket drumming instruction with Mr. David, librarian and professional percussionist. For children in grades K and up (adults may join the fun, too!). For an introduction to bucket drumming, take a look at videos to be posted June 21 and 28 on the Library's Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts.…Learn More8
Thursday, July 810:00—10:45 AMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Storytime with Miss Simone
Join us for a weekly outdoor storytime! For kids ages 18 months - 5 years and their caregiver(s)!Register at www. salempl. org/calendar - please register separately for each date you plan to attend!Thursday, July 83:00—3:30 PMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
ONLINE EVENT: Fan Fiction!
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Learn to jump into the pages of your favorite books and create new adventures!For kids in grades K-5. Videos will be published on the Library's Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages at 3:00 on Thursday afternoons. No registration required.Thursday, July 86:30—7:30 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Sew a Softie: CANCELLED
Make a menagerie of simple stuffed animals (1 each week) with just felt, needle, thread, stuffing, and an occasional touch of hot glue! All materials are included for free, and no previous sewing experience is necessary. This program will meet in-person, outside in the library courtyard.…Learn More9
Friday, July 93:00—4:30 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
CANCELED - SPL Summer Stock: Theatre on the lawn
Join us weekly as we rehearse and stage our very own play!Create a character, costumes, and a memorable story to share with friends and family on the SPL Lawn!Registration is required. For grades 5+.10
Saturday, July 1010:00—10:30 AMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
ONLINE EVENT: Gone Wild with Endangered Animals
Join Ms. Suzie as we explore books and make a craft about endangered animals. We'll learn some cool facts and find out ways that we can help. A different animal will be highlighted each week. The video will be posted on the Library's Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts Saturday mornings at 10:00 a.…Learn More11
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Tuesday, July 133:00—3:45 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Care of Magical Creatures
In this fantastical storytime, you'll discover magical creatures, test potions & crafts, play games, and more!This program will be held in-person on the library lawn. For kids in grades K-5. Registration required. To register, call or visit www.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 136:30—7:30 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Minute to Win It Game Night
Compete in Minute-to-Win-It style games like “Cookie Face”, "Junk in the Trunk" and “Bobbing for Gummy Worms”! Open to age 10+. Masks required.14
Wednesday, July 1410:00—10:45 AMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
Wild Wednesdays
Storytime/Playtime for babies presented by the Salem Public Library. Live on Zoom. Visit www. salempl. org/calendar to register.Wednesday, July 143:00—3:30 PMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
ONLINE EVENT: Fun with Fables
Join Ms. Laura for this exploration of Aesop's fables. Each week will feature a different story, song, and simple craft suggestion! The program will be held in real-time virtually in Zoom. Please register at www. SalemPL. org/calendarfor Zoom login information.15
Thursday, July 1510:00—10:45 AMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Storytime with Miss Simone
Join us for a weekly outdoor storytime! For kids ages 18 months - 5 years and their caregiver(s)!Register at www. salempl. org/calendar - please register separately for each date you plan to attend!Thursday, July 153:00—3:30 PMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
ONLINE EVENT: Fan Fiction!
Learn to jump into the pages of your favorite books and create new adventures!For kids in grades K-5. Videos will be published on the Library's Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages at 3:00 on Thursday afternoons. No registration required.Thursday, July 156:30—7:30 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Sew a Softie
Make a menagerie of simple stuffed animals (1 each week) with just felt, needle, thread, stuffing, and an occasional touch of hot glue! All materials are included for free, and no previous sewing experience is necessary. This program will meet in-person, outside in the library courtyard.…Learn More16
Friday, July 1610:00—10:30 AMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Tunes for Tots LIVE!
Join Ms. Jen for a fun sing-along program featuring rhythm games, shakers, and scarf play! For toddlers and preschoolers. Video will be pre-recorded and posted on the Library’s Facebook and Instagram accounts. No registration required to view.…Learn MoreFriday, July 1610:00—10:30 AMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
ONLINE EVENT: Tunes for Tots
Join Ms. Jen for a fun sing-along program featuring rhythm games, shakers, and scarf play! For toddlers and preschoolers. Video will be pre-recorded and posted on the Library’s Facebook and Instagram accounts. No registration required to view.…Learn MoreFriday, July 163:00—4:30 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
SPL Summer Stock: Theatre on the lawn
Join us weekly as we rehearse and stage our very own play!Create a character, costumes, and a memorable story to share with friends and family on the SPL Lawn!Registration is required. For grades 5+.17
Saturday, July 1710:00—10:30 AMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
ONLINE EVENT: Gone Wild with Endangered Animals
Join Ms. Suzie as we explore books and make a craft about endangered animals. We'll learn some cool facts and find out ways that we can help. A different animal will be highlighted each week. The video will be posted on the Library's Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts Saturday mornings at 10:00 a.…Learn More18
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Tuesday, July 203:00—3:45 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Care of Magical Creatures
In this fantastical storytime, you'll discover magical creatures, test potions & crafts, play games, and more!This program will be held in-person on the library lawn. For kids in grades K-5. Registration required. To register, call or visit www.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 206:30—7:30 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Art Night
We’re decorating glow in the dark tote bag & making tile magnets! Open to age 10+. Masks required.
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Wednesday, July 2110:00—10:45 AMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
Wild Wednesdays
Storytime/Playtime for babies presented by the Salem Public Library. Live on Zoom. Visit www. salempl. org/calendar to register.Wednesday, July 213:00—3:30 PMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
ONLINE EVENT: Fun with Fables
Join Ms. Laura for this exploration of Aesop's fables. Each week will feature a different story, song, and simple craft suggestion! The program will be held in real-time virtually in Zoom. Please register at www. SalemPL. org/calendarfor Zoom login information.Wednesday, July 217:00—8:00 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Bucket Drumming
Explore sound and rhythm with bucket drumming instruction with Mr. David, librarian and professional percussionist. For children in grades K and up (adults may join the fun, too!). For an introduction to bucket drumming, take a look at videos to be posted June 21 and 28 on the Library's Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts.…Learn More22
Thursday, July 2210:00—10:45 AMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Storytime with Miss Simone
Join us for a weekly outdoor storytime! For kids ages 18 months - 5 years and their caregiver(s)!Register at www. salempl. org/calendar - please register separately for each date you plan to attend!Thursday, July 223:00—3:30 PMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
ONLINE EVENT: Fan Fiction!
Learn to jump into the pages of your favorite books and create new adventures!For kids in grades K-5. Videos will be published on the Library's Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages at 3:00 on Thursday afternoons. No registration required.Thursday, July 226:30—7:30 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Sew a Softie
Make a menagerie of simple stuffed animals (1 each week) with just felt, needle, thread, stuffing, and an occasional touch of hot glue! All materials are included for free, and no previous sewing experience is necessary. This program will meet in-person, outside in the library courtyard.…Learn More23
Friday, July 2310:00—10:30 AMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
ONLINE EVENT: Tunes for Tots
Join Ms. Jen for a fun sing-along program featuring rhythm games, shakers, and scarf play! For toddlers and preschoolers. Video will be pre-recorded and posted on the Library’s Facebook and Instagram accounts. No registration required to view.…Learn MoreFriday, July 233:00—4:30 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
CANCELED - SPL Summer Stock: Theatre on the lawn
Join us weekly as we rehearse and stage our very own play!Create a character, costumes, and a memorable story to share with friends and family on the SPL Lawn!Registration is required. For grades 5+.24
Saturday, July 2410:00—10:30 AMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
ONLINE EVENT: Gone Wild with Endangered Animals
Join Ms. Suzie as we explore books and make a craft about endangered animals. We'll learn some cool facts and find out ways that we can help. A different animal will be highlighted each week. The video will be posted on the Library's Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts Saturday mornings at 10:00 a.…Learn More25
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Monday, July 263:00—4:00 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Ooey Gooey Fun!
Join us for an afternoon of messy fun on the lawn! We'll make slime, fingerpaint, and play with other ooey gooey art supplies!Open to kids ages 5+ (with adult(s)). Registration is required. 27
Tuesday, July 273:00—3:45 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Care of Magical Creatures
In this fantastical storytime, you'll discover magical creatures, test potions & crafts, play games, and more!This program will be held in-person on the library lawn. For kids in grades K-5. Registration required. To register, call or visit www.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 276:30—7:30 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Improv Game Night
Join us for an evening of improv and theater games! Open to age 10+. Masks required.28
Wednesday, July 2810:00—10:45 AMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
Wild Wednesdays
Storytime/Playtime for babies presented by the Salem Public Library. Live on Zoom. Visit www. salempl. org/calendar to register.Wednesday, July 283:00—3:30 PMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
ONLINE EVENT: Fun with Fables
Join Ms. Laura for this exploration of Aesop's fables. Each week will feature a different story, song, and simple craft suggestion! The program will be held in real-time virtually in Zoom. Please register at www. SalemPL. org/calendarfor Zoom login information.Wednesday, July 287:00—8:00 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Bucket Drumming
Explore sound and rhythm with bucket drumming instruction with Mr. David, librarian and professional percussionist. For children in grades K and up (adults may join the fun, too!). For an introduction to bucket drumming, take a look at videos to be posted June 21 and 28 on the Library's Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts.…Learn More29
Thursday, July 2910:00—10:45 AMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Storytime with Miss Simone
Join us for a weekly outdoor storytime! For kids ages 18 months - 5 years and their caregiver(s)!Register at www. salempl. org/calendar - please register separately for each date you plan to attend!Thursday, July 293:00—3:30 PMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
ONLINE EVENT: Fan Fiction!
Learn to jump into the pages of your favorite books and create new adventures!For kids in grades K-5. Videos will be published on the Library's Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages at 3:00 on Thursday afternoons. No registration required.Thursday, July 296:30—7:30 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Sew a Softie: CANCELLED
Make a menagerie of simple stuffed animals (1 each week) with just felt, needle, thread, stuffing, and an occasional touch of hot glue! All materials are included for free, and no previous sewing experience is necessary. This program will meet in-person, outside in the library courtyard.…Learn More30
Friday, July 3010:00—10:30 AMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
Tunes for Tots LIVE!
Join Ms. Jen for a fun sing-along program featuring rhythm games, shakers, and scarf play! For toddlers and preschoolers. Video will be pre-recorded and posted on the Library’s Facebook and Instagram accounts. No registration required to view.…Learn MoreFriday, July 303:00—4:30 PMSPL Outside: Lawn & courtyardThe Salem Public Library370 Essex St, Salem, MA, 01970
CANCELED - SPL Summer Stock: Theatre on the lawn
Join us weekly as we rehearse and stage our very own play!Create a character, costumes, and a memorable story to share with friends and family on the SPL Lawn!Registration is required. For grades 5+.31
Saturday, July 3110:00—10:30 AMOnlineVirtual Salem Public LibraryOnline, Salem, MA, 01970
ONLINE EVENT: Gone Wild with Endangered Animals
Join Ms. Suzie as we explore books and make a craft about endangered animals. We'll learn some cool facts and find out ways that we can help. A different animal will be highlighted each week. The video will be posted on the Library's Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts Saturday mornings at 10:00 a.…Learn More