Coffee Cupping

Meeting Room

 Calling all caffeine fiends! Join Rob Fitzgibbon as he teaches the art of coffee cupping; the practice of observing the taste and aroma of brewed coffee. Sample and savor various, freshly brewed roasts and learn how and why body, flavor, and aftertaste differ by coffee-growing region. Registration is required for this event. LIMIT OF 12 […]

Mini Dungeons & Dragons

Local History Room

Join us for adventure with a session of Dungeons & Dragons at the library! This is an ongoing program for teens in 7th -12th grade. Each session will be a different one shot campaign, meaning the campaign will be short and concluded within this day’s session. This group will be capped at five players, and […]

Library Trustees

Local History Room

The Trustees of the Georgetown Peabody Library meet at the Library on the 4th Monday of the month at 7PM.

Kid’s Play Group

Meeting Room

Families 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.

Event Series Chair Yoga: Balance and Breath

Chair Yoga: Balance and Breath

Meeting Room

What is Chair Yoga? This class is perfect for those looking to improve flexibility, balance, and strength while staying seated or using a chair for support. Whether you’re new to yoga or looking for a low-impact way to stay active, this class offers a welcoming environment for all fitness levels. Discover the benefits of Chair […]

Teen Graphic Novel Book Club

Meeting Room

Do you like graphic novels? Us too! Teens in 7th through 9th grade are invited to join a graphic novel book club. Snacks will be provided! For this meeting we'll be reading "The Accursed Vampire" by Madeline McGrane. Copies are available for check out at the circulation.

Family Storytime – Outdoors

While the weather is still nice we will offer storytime on the lawn for families of all ages.  If the weather does not cooperate the program will be brought inside the meeting room.  Bring something to sit on and sit back and enjoy the stories and activities.

Come and Play – offered by CFCE Of The North Shore

Meeting Room

The CFCE of the North Shore will be offering a Come and Play playgroup. Come and Play is an engaging playgroup designed to support children's growing curiosity and energy. Through fun, interactive activities, they can explore, learn, and develop essential social, motor, and cognitive skills. This playgroup provides a lively environment where children can explore […]

Local Author Event

Meeting Room

Come meet some local authors!  Authors will talk about and sell their books during this event. Hosted by the Friends of the Georgetown Peabody Library. Refreshments will be served. More information about the authors can be found below: Sherry Cerino Nancy Crochiere Karin Gertsch

Dungeons & Dragons

Meeting Room

Join us for adventure with a session of Dungeons & Dragons at the library! This an ongoing campaign for teens in 7th -9th grade. This is a closed group that is currently full. Please contact Teen Librarian Savannah at sbarmore@georgetownpl.org if you would like to be added to the waitlist.

Event Series Tabletop Gaming Night

Tabletop Gaming Night

Join us for a night of tabletop gaming for the grown-ups! Bring your favorite game or come play one of ours. Never played something before? We’ll teach you or learn together! Registration recommended, but walk-ins welcome! Need more info? Contact our Circulation Librarian, Olivia, at ogavriel@georgetownpl.org

Evening Book Group

Meeting Room

Please join us as we discuss Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.

Kid’s Play Group

Meeting Room

Families 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.

Event Series Chair Yoga: Balance and Breath

Chair Yoga: Balance and Breath

Meeting Room

What is Chair Yoga? This class is perfect for those looking to improve flexibility, balance, and strength while staying seated or using a chair for support. Whether you’re new to yoga or looking for a low-impact way to stay active, this class offers a welcoming environment for all fitness levels. Discover the benefits of Chair […]

Reading to the Library Dog

Children's Little Room

Come and read to Lulu, 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 […]

Event Series Wednesday Writers’ Group

Wednesday Writers’ Group

Teen Area Tables

Join Reference Librarian Lo from 6-7:30pm in the second floor quiet area to work on your writing projects and build a writing community! Bring your own notebooks, laptops, or other writing tools. Prompts provided (though you do not need to use them)! Workshop sessions (reading and giving feedback) will be held during the last meeting […]

Teen Art! – Sculptures

Meeting Room

Come join us after school and work on an art project! This time we'll be making sculptures with air dry clay. We'll provide all of the supplies, you bring the ideas! This is a drop in activity, so feel free to come by and join anytime between 2:30 and 4:30. Ages 13 and up welcome!

Family Storytime – Outdoors

While the weather is still nice we will offer storytime on the lawn for families of all ages.  If the weather does not cooperate the program will be brought inside the meeting room.  Bring something to sit on and sit back and enjoy the stories and activities.

Come and Play – offered by CFCE Of The North Shore

Meeting Room

The CFCE of the North Shore will be offering a Come and Play playgroup. Come and Play is an engaging playgroup designed to support children's growing curiosity and energy. Through fun, interactive activities, they can explore, learn, and develop essential social, motor, and cognitive skills. This playgroup provides a lively environment where children can explore […]

Craft & Chat: String Art Cards

Meeting Room

Enjoy making a craft while socializing with other adults!  This craft is making string art cards! All craft supplies provided. Led by longtime crafter Rachelle Toth. Registration is required. The class is limited to 25 seats. Sponsored by the Friends of the Georgetown Peabody Library. Register below:

LIBRARY CLOSED

The Library will be closed today in observance of Veterans Day.

Kid’s Play Group

Meeting Room

Families 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.

Event Series Chair Yoga: Balance and Breath

Chair Yoga: Balance and Breath

Meeting Room

What is Chair Yoga? This class is perfect for those looking to improve flexibility, balance, and strength while staying seated or using a chair for support. Whether you’re new to yoga or looking for a low-impact way to stay active, this class offers a welcoming environment for all fitness levels. Discover the benefits of Chair […]

Beginner Book Club

For anyone in Kindergarten – 2nd grade.  Join us for a book discussion and questions, along with jokes, riddles, and a craft! The book will be provided and read together (independent reading skills are not required).  We will be reading Edwina, the Dinosaur The Dinosaur Who Didn't Know She Was Extinct by Mo Willems. Registration […]

Teen Graphic Novel Book Club

Meeting Room

Do you like graphic novels? Us too! Teens in 7th through 9th grade are invited to join a graphic novel book club. Snacks will be provided! For this meeting we'll be discussing "The Witch Boy" by Molly Ostertag. The book will be available behind the circulation desk for check out.

Event Series Wednesday Writers’ Group

Wednesday Writers’ Group

Teen Area Tables

Join Reference Librarian Lo from 6-7:30pm in the second floor quiet area to work on your writing projects and build a writing community! Bring your own notebooks, laptops, or other writing tools. Prompts provided (though you do not need to use them)! Workshop sessions (reading and giving feedback) will be held during the last meeting […]

Music & Movement For Kids – offered by CFCE Of The North Shore

Meeting Room

This is a fun, interactive programs for kids under age 3 and their caregivers, live and in person! Music ignites all areas of child development and skills for school readiness, including intellectual, social-emotional behavior, and language in overall literacy. It helps the body and mind work together. Music also helps with fine motor skills. Children […]

Family Storytime – Outdoors

While the weather is still nice we will offer storytime on the lawn for families of all ages.  If the weather does not cooperate the program will be brought inside the meeting room.  Bring something to sit on and sit back and enjoy the stories and activities.

Come and Play – offered by CFCE Of The North Shore

Meeting Room

The CFCE of the North Shore will be offering a Come and Play playgroup. Come and Play is an engaging playgroup designed to support children's growing curiosity and energy. Through fun, interactive activities, they can explore, learn, and develop essential social, motor, and cognitive skills. This playgroup provides a lively environment where children can explore […]

Drop-in LEGO Build Event

Meeting Room

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.  

Dungeons & Dragons

Meeting Room

Join us for adventure with a session of Dungeons & Dragons at the library! This an ongoing campaign for teens in 7th -9th grade. This is a closed group that is currently full. Please contact Teen Librarian Savannah at sbarmore@georgetownpl.org if you would like to be added to the waitlist.

Rare Book Discussion with Ken Gloss

Meeting Room

Kenneth Gloss, internationally known rare book specialist and appraiser who runs the Brattle Book Shop in Boston, will talk about the "improbable finds" of his decades-long career and discuss the value of old and rare books. There is also a Q&A session at the conclusion of his talk.  Following the talk and question-and-answer session, Ken will give free […]

VIRTUAL: Holiday Baking Demonstration with Heidi McIndoo: Mini Pumpkin Pie Tartlets

Online

The holidays are bearing down on us and coming up with new and nutritious options (really, is that even a thing?!?!) can be challenging. If you are looking for a sweet treat for the holidays that won't sabotage your healthy eating goals, join registered dietitian Heidi McIndoo to make mini pumpkin pie tartlets. Register directly […]

Music for Little Ones with guitarist Eric Clemenzi

Music for the little Ones with guitarist  Eric Clemenzi, joined by his family.  This program involves singing and dancing for the young and the young at heart to favorite children's classics.

Event Series Chair Yoga: Balance and Breath

Chair Yoga: Balance and Breath

Meeting Room

What is Chair Yoga? This class is perfect for those looking to improve flexibility, balance, and strength while staying seated or using a chair for support. Whether you’re new to yoga or looking for a low-impact way to stay active, this class offers a welcoming environment for all fitness levels. Discover the benefits of Chair […]

Senior Center Book Group @ COA

Please join us as we discuss Absolution by Alice McDermott. This book discussion takes place at the Georgetown Senior Center, 51 North Street. Copies of the book are available at the library’s Circulation Desk one month prior to our meeting. New members are always welcome. Come once or as many times as you wish! Questions? […]

Reading to the Library Dog

Children's Little Room

Come and read to Lulu, 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 […]

Event Series Wednesday Writers’ Group

Wednesday Writers’ Group

Teen Area Tables

Join Reference Librarian Lo from 6-7:30pm in the second floor quiet area to work on your writing projects and build a writing community! Bring your own notebooks, laptops, or other writing tools. Prompts provided (though you do not need to use them)! Workshop sessions (reading and giving feedback) will be held during the last meeting […]

Music & Movement For Kids – offered by CFCE Of The North Shore

Meeting Room

This is a fun, interactive programs for kids under age 3 and their caregivers, live and in person! Music ignites all areas of child development and skills for school readiness, including intellectual, social-emotional behavior, and language in overall literacy. It helps the body and mind work together. Music also helps with fine motor skills. Children […]

Gift Tags and Boxes Craft Workshop – CANCELLED

Meeting Room

Due to low registration, this workshop has been cancelled. Give Hallmark some heavy competition with this card, tag, and gift box workshop! Artist Sandra Golbert will show you how to make unique cards for every occasion, pop-ups, collage cards, and small one-of-a-kind boxes for small gifts. Very simple to do using unusual papers, tape, stamps, […]

Family Storytime

While the weather is still nice we will offer storytime on the lawn for families of all ages.  If the weather does not cooperate the program will be brought inside the meeting room.  Bring something to sit on and sit back and enjoy the stories and activities.

Come and Play – offered by CFCE Of The North Shore

Meeting Room

The CFCE of the North Shore will be offering a Come and Play playgroup. Come and Play is an engaging playgroup designed to support children's growing curiosity and energy. Through fun, interactive activities, they can explore, learn, and develop essential social, motor, and cognitive skills. This playgroup provides a lively environment where children can explore […]

Mini Dungeons & Dragons

Local History Room

Join us for adventure with a session of Dungeons & Dragons at the library! This is an ongoing program for teens in 7th -12th grade. Each session will be a different one shot campaign, meaning the campaign will be short and concluded within this day’s session. This group will be capped at five players - […]

Library Trustees

Local History Room

The Trustees of the Georgetown Peabody Library meet at the Library on the 4th Monday of the month at 7PM.

Kid’s Play Group

Meeting Room

Families 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.

Kid’s Graphic Book Club

Love graphic novels?  Never read one, but want to give it a try?  Registration begins September 24.  The next book will be announced soon.  The book will be available to pick up in the children’s room. For students in 4 – 6 grade.