Kids Knit at Danvers Public Library
Danvers Library invites kids ages 8-11 to come learn the basics of knitting during school vacation week! We'll bring the supplies just come ready to learn!
When:
Thursday, April 20, 2023 2-3pm
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Teens
Minecraft Club at Amesbury Library
An informal weekly club for 10 - 14 year olds to play Minecraft together! Come explore this amazing creative world! Those new to Minecraft are welcome as instruction will be given by other experienced Minecrafters!
When:
Wednesdays through May 17, 2023 4:30-5:30pm
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Teddy Bear Picnic at Amesbury Library
Come enjoy some fun activities in the library side yard! Bring a teddy bear to join in the picnic! We'll have crafts, activities and a teddy bear snack!
Great for ages 3 - 9. Registration is required for this vacation week activity!
When:
Tuesday, April 18, 2023 1:30-2:15pm
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Teen DIY: Lanyard Keychains
Teens are invited to Abbot Public Library for a fun afternoon of crafting. Prepare for springtime with a summer camp favorite! Learn how to make a colorful keychain or zipper pull using plastic lacing. Make a simple box stitch keychain with two colors, or learn how to do more advanced shapes with three and four colors. Instructions will be provided, and no registration is required.
When:
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 3:30-4:30pm
Location:
Winter Birding Boat Trip
Cape Ann is known worldwide for its exciting concentrations of winter seabirds. Thousands of birders visit the rugged coast of Cape Ann and scan the adjacent waters hoping to spot some of the unusual and highly sought-after seabirds that spend the winter months just offshore. The best way to get to see these birds and experience them up close is to visit them in their natural habitat- on the ocean!
When:
Saturday, March 25, 2023 8am-1pm
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Knitting Club at Essex Library
The TOHP Burnham Public Library in Essex hosts a knitting club for anybody aged 6 and up! Children ages 6 years and older with an adult-Learn the basics of knitting AND sewing with Ms. Christine. No experience necessary! Build hand strength and dexterity which will support fine motor skills. Participants will receive knitting needles and yarn to keep. This program is free and hosted in conjunction with Early Childhood Partner's CFCE. Space is limited and registration is required at: https://www.earlychildhoodpartners.com/
When:
Fridays January 13 - March 24, 2023 3:30-4:30pm
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Science Fridays at HWPL
Join Ms. Julie of Early Childhood Partners CFCE to enjoy a story and fun activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math (STEAM). Designed for children ages 2-8 years and their caregiver. This program will be held on Fridays January 13 - March 24 from 1:30 - 2:30pm (no group on 2/24). Science Fridays will take place in the Children's Program Room. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
When:
Fridays March 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2023 1:30-2:30pm
No sessions during school vacation
Location:
CraneExplorer: It’s a Wild Life! Winter Survival in the Dunes
Join The Trustees of Reservations to explore the dunes on Castle Neck and Crane Beach, where we will learn how animals and plants survive our New England winters in this unforgiving habitat. Learn the basics of animal tracking, plant survival adaptations, and discover the human history of survival in our coastal habitats, with the rich history of The Crane Estate providing a glimpse into the evolving human uses of the land, from the indigenous Pawtucket through early European settlers and into the modern era. A sighting of a resident snowy owl is always a possible bonus!
When:
Sunday, March 19, 2023 10am-Noon
Appleton Farmhouse Workshop: Farm to Kitchen - Root Cellar
Join chef Liz Walcowicz in this lively, hands-on cooking class. Participants will learn how to utilize root vegetables from the farm and other local farmers to create an exciting multi-course meal. The menu changes seasonally and each class will provide an opportunity for participants to increase their comfort in the kitchen through new knife skills, techniques and flavor profiles. There will be equal parts cooking and eating, and class ends with a shared meal, so bring your appetite!
When:
Tuesday, March 7, 2023 6-8PM
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Make a Night Sky Painting with Pop-Up Art School
The Manchester Public Library invites kids, tweens and teens join Pop-Up Art School for a fun canvas painting event at the library. Follow along step-by-step to create a magical star-filled night sky with silhouettes of a hillside and trees. It's amazing what you can create with four colors and some simple brush techniques! This event is appropriate for beginner painters ages 8-18.
When:
Thursday, March 30, 2023 5:30-7pm
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Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point
Where: Halibut Point State Park
