Play Group
Meeting RoomFamilies are invited to the library to play and explore with toys and everyday materials. All ages are welcome, keep in mind there may be some small parts.
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Teen Crafternoon
Teen Area TablesJoin us here at the library to work on a fun art project and eat some provided snacks! This week we'll be making beaded friendship pins. Make sure you follow our instagram @GPLYA for updates!
Family Story Time
Meeting RoomAll ages. Three to four books will be read. Children and parents will also participate in songs, finger-plays, and a simple craft. No snacks during this program.
Drop-in LEGO Build event
Do you love to build? Families are invited to drop in between 3:00 and 4:30 to build with LEGO's and maybe other building materials. A new building challenge will be available every program, but you are free to build what you want. This program will be offered every 3rd Friday.
201 Central St. Condo Association Meeting
Meeting Room
Reading to the Library Dog
Children's Little RoomCome and read to Aston, a certified therapy dog. This program is designed to help develop reading skills and is recommended for children who want to practice their reading fluency. Registration for a 15 minute session is required. Sign up for a time below. If you would like to be placed on the waiting list […]
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Ages birth to 2 1/2 years Program will include two to three books, songs, finger-plays, and circle games. Siblings are welcome. Families are welcome to stay and play afterwards.
Graphic Novel Book Club
Meeting RoomLove graphic novels? Never read one, but want to give it a try? Register for a session, then come to the library to pick up a copy of Ham Helsing Vampire Hunter by Rich Moyer, which we will discuss together at the club meeting. Popcorn provided! For students in 3 - 6 grade.
Knitting Group
Meeting RoomCommunity knitting group to meet in the Meeting Room.
Northern Essex Community College Information Session
Meeting RoomThis will be an "office hours"-style session for students seeking information about Northern Essex Community College.
Teen & Adult Craft Night
Meeting RoomMake a winter luminaria
Teen Crafternoon
Teen Area TablesJoin us here at the library to work on a fun art project and eat some provided snacks! This week we'll be making blackout poetry bookmarks. Make sure you follow our Instagram @GPLYA for updates!
Chess Club
Meeting RoomChess Club at the library will be an informal gathering of students interested in playing chess with others. A knowledge of how to play chess is recommended. Students in 3rd – 6th grade are invited to sign up. The chess boards and pieces will be provided. No instruction will be available at this event. […]
Family Story Time
Meeting RoomAll ages. Three to four books will be read. Children and parents will also participate in songs, finger-plays, and a simple craft. No snacks during this program.
MSOG’s Merrimack Valley Chapter
Meeting RoomThis will be a hybrid meeting. If you wish to attend via Zoom/Virtually Pre-REGISTER: https://tinyurl.com/MVJan2024 Massachusetts Society of Genealogist’s Merrimack Valley Chapter. Free and open to the public!
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Ages birth to 2 1/2 years Program will include two to three books, songs, finger-plays, and circle games. Siblings are welcome. Families are welcome to stay and play afterwards.
Teen Hangout
Come by the library to hang out after school! Teen Librarian Savannah will provide snacks and a small craft, but feel free to bring anything you've been working on lately (including homework) and just hang out. You don't have to come on time and you don't have to stay the whole time. Just come hang […]
Knitting Group
Meeting RoomCommunity knitting group to meet in the Meeting Room.
Whittier Tech DEI Parents Group
Meeting RoomPlay Group
Meeting RoomFamilies are invited to the library to play and explore with toys and everyday materials. All ages are welcome, keep in mind there may be some small parts.
Teen Hangout
Teen Area TablesCome by the library to hang out after school! Teen Librarian Savannah will provide snacks and a small craft, but feel free to bring anything you've been working on lately (including homework) and just hang out. You don't have to come on time and you don't have to stay the whole time. Just come hang […]
Family Story Time
Meeting RoomAll ages. Three to four books will be read. Children and parents will also participate in songs, finger-plays, and a simple craft. No snacks during this program.
Stuffed Animal Sleep Over
Meeting RoomCome help us kick off the Bruins and Cradles to Crayons PJ drive. Drop off a stuffed friend Friday 2/2 between 1:00 and 4:30 along with your a PJ donation (the donation is optional). Make sure the stuffed friend is not a favorite. During the drop off you will get a chance to fill out […]