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Monday, November 310:00—10:30 AMEvent Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Music and Movement Playgroup
CFCE of the North Shore sponsors this program for preschool children and their caregivers, live and in person! Music and movement are encouraged in this program. Registration is required - please register below.
This program is sponsored by the CFCE of the North Shore.…Learn MoreMonday, November 32:00—3:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL EVENT: “The Invention of Charlotte Brontë” with Author Graham Watson - Take Two!
Author Graham Watson will be delving deeper into the primary sources - the manuscripts and letters - that informed Graham's book "The Invention of Charlotte Brontë: A New Life". Join us as Graham discusses Charlotte's life - the myths vs. reality - as well as his own research and writing of this fantastic book!Monday, November 36:00—8:30 PMEvent Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Movies and Musings
Come join us in the Event Center for this month's evening movie with Marblehead's resident film critic, Marc Wortman. November's movie will be Dead Poets Society, set in a staid but well-respected prep school which is enlivened by a newly-arrived, charismatic English teacher who inspires his students with unconventional methods and philosophies.…Learn MoreMonday, November 37:00—8:15 PMZoom
VIRTUAL EVENT: The History of the Flying Santa of the Lighthouses, 1929-2025 with Historian Jeremy D
The aerial visits of the Flying Santa to lighthouses and lifesaving stations have been a New England tradition since 1929. The program was inaugurated by Bill Wincapaw, a pioneering Maine pilot. Edward Rowe Snow, the popular New England historian and storyteller, became involved in the 1930s and kept the flights going through 1980. Today, the nonprofit organization Friends of Flying Santa works to continue the flights as a gesture of gratitude to the men, women, and families of the Coast Guard who keep watch over our coastal waters. Thousands of hours are volunteered each year to ensure the success of the helicopter flights that include the children of Coast Guard families from Maine to New York. As you may know, Jeremy D'Entremont is one of our very favorite speakers so we hope you'll join us for another wonderful discussion!4
Tuesday, November 410:30—11:00 AMCourtyardAbbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Event Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Story Time Yoga with Lindsey Kravitz
Songs, games and plenty of yoga poses enliven the interactive yoga instruction. Caregivers are asked to please remember to bring along a small blanket or mat!
This program is open to children ages 18 months - 4 years, and caregivers are required to be present.…Learn MoreTuesday, November 411:15—11:45 AMEvent Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Baby Story Time with Lindsey Kravitz
Immediately after Story Time Yoga, Baby Story Time welcomes kids newborn - 18 months and their caregivers to engage in fun stories, songs, rhymes and bounces together. This fun program is all about fostering a love of reading and early literacy in a joyful setting.…Learn MoreTuesday, November 43:00—5:00 PMMarblehead Room (304)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Drop-in Tech Help with All Computers Great and Small
Bring your devices to the library for personal, one-on-one tech help with Theresa Milewski. All tech and computer questions are welcome, from troubleshooting to operation tips to general tech advice. Join us in welcoming Milewski to the library to host weekly drop-in tech help every Tuesday from 3 p.…Learn More5
Wednesday, November 510:30—11:00 AMCourtyardAbbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Event Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Story Time A-Go-Go with Debbie Leibowitz
Children are invited to our weekly Wednesday program with stories and movement led by early childhood educator Debbie Leibowitz. Story Time A-Go-Go is a lively, interactive program for kids ages 1-4 years old held in the Event Center. Online registration is required - please register for this session below.…Learn MoreWednesday, November 512:00—1:30 PMEvent Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Cookbook Club
Join us on Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 12 p. m. in the Event Center for this month’s Cookbook Club. The Abbot Public Library Cookbook Club aims to be a starting point for a conversation about food, recipes, and an exploration of the evolving American kitchen.…Learn More6
Thursday, November 63:30—4:30 PMThompson Makerspace (102)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Afterschool Chess Club
Students in grades 2-5 are welcome to come to this informal chess club to practice by playing with others also interested in developing their skills and sharing an interest in chess. The class will be held on Thursdays from 3:30 p. m. to 4:30 p. m. with facilitator Ben Konoff and his daughter, Abigail, helping kids with some of the basics of chess and getting live playing practice on a weekly basis.…Learn MoreThursday, November 63:30—4:30 PMKillam Children's Room (101)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Kids Craft Afternoon
Children of any age and their caregivers can visit the Killam Children’s Room between 3:30 p. m. - 4:30 p. m. to make a craft to take home. Working freely with seasonal themed crafts enhances pre-literacy in children with practice in sequencing steps, hand-eye coordination, etc.…Learn MoreThursday, November 64:00—5:00 PMMarblehead Room (304)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
“When We Flew Away” by Alice Hoffman Book Discussion
Izzy Abrams, part-time Children's Librarian at Swampscott Public Library, will host an engaging discussion of "When We Flew Away: A Novel of Anne Frank Before the Diary" by Alice Hoffman, who will appear as part of JCC's Jewish Book Month series on Tuesday, Nov.…Learn More7
Friday, November 79:30 AM—12:00 PMScully SalonAbbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Coffee at the Library
Stop in to Abbot Public Library on Friday mornings to relax with a cup of coffee or tea. Find your next great read, chat with your neighbors, or just enjoy a quiet morning. Locally brewed Atomic Coffee from Marblehead’s Blue Canoe Cafe will be provided, as well as coffee fixings and a selection of tea.…Learn More8
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Sunday, November 9Closed
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Monday, November 1010:00—10:30 AMEvent Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Book Worms Playgroup
Book Worms is a mixed age program perfect for families with children of different ages. This morning gathering brings kids together for a lively mix of activities that focus on various developmental stages. From energizing games and creative crafts to group storytelling and interactive play, Book Worms Playgroup offers a fun, inclusive environment where children can learn, grow and bond.…Learn MoreMonday, November 102:00—3:00 PMEvent Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Lectures with Road Scholar: Origins of Southern Cooking - Food, Politics and Mary Randolph
Join us on Monday, Nov. 10 at 2 p. m. for the viewing of a lecture on the origins of southern cooking. When Mary Randolph published “The Virginia House-Wife” in 1824, she created one of the most influential cookbooks in American history. Her recipes revealed much more than culinary tastes — they reflected the values, hierarchies and daily rhythms of Southern life in the early republic.…Learn More11
Tuesday, November 11Closed
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Wednesday, November 1210:30—11:00 AMCourtyardAbbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Event Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Story Time A-Go-Go with Debbie Leibowitz
Children are invited to our weekly Wednesday program with stories and movement led by early childhood educator Debbie Leibowitz. Story Time A-Go-Go is a lively, interactive program for kids ages 1-4 years old held in the Event Center. Online registration is required - please register for this session below.…Learn MoreWednesday, November 121:00—2:00 PMEvent Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Lectures with Road Scholar: The Secret Life of Plankton
Join us on Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 1 p. m. to enjoy the viewing of a lecture about plankton. From tiny glowing creatures to giant sunfish, plankton come in all shapes and sizes — and they’re found in every ocean, from the Arctic to the Antarctic. Join marine biologist and polar expedition guide Amanda Hunter for an intriguing look at the surprising world of the ocean’s drifting life forms.…Learn MoreWednesday, November 123:00—4:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL EVENT: New Book Suggestions for Cozy Winter Reading and Holiday Gift Giving
With the holidays before us, let’s take a look at new books from 2024-2025 for personal reading and/or gift giving to family and friends. We will cover genres of fiction, nature, history, mysteries, spiritual reading and children’s books. Participants should feel free to bring along a book of their own to suggest to the group.…Learn MoreWednesday, November 127:00—8:30 PMCatering (105A)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Event Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Virginia A. Carten Gallery (103)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Art Talk with Siobhan McDonald on “This is Where I Lived” Exhibit
Join artist Siobhan McDonald in a talk about her exhibit, “This is Where I Lived,” which will be displayed in the Carten Gallery from Monday, Nov. 10, 2025 through Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026. Artist Statement: “The works in this show are about who I am, how I see things, and what place means to me.…Learn More13
Thursday, November 132:00—3:00 PMEvent Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Lectures with Road Scholar: Rethinking Retirement - Creating Your Own “Best-Places” List
On Thursday, Nov. 13 at 2 p. m. , come view a lecture with Road Scholar on the best places to retire. Each year, publications rank the “best places to retire,” but how do those lists align with your own values, goals and lifestyle? Join Dr. Catherine Frank, Director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UNC Asheville, as she explores what these rankings measure and what they leave out.…Learn MoreThursday, November 133:30—4:30 PMKillam Children's Room (101)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Kids Craft Afternoon
Children of any age and their caregivers can visit the Killam Children’s Room between 3:30 p. m. - 4:30 p. m. to make a craft to take home. Working freely with seasonal themed crafts enhances pre-literacy in children with practice in sequencing steps, hand-eye coordination, etc.…Learn MoreThursday, November 133:30—4:30 PMThompson Makerspace (102)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Afterschool Chess Club
Students in grades 2-5 are welcome to come to this informal chess club to practice by playing with others also interested in developing their skills and sharing an interest in chess. The class will be held on Thursdays from 3:30 p. m. to 4:30 p. m. with facilitator Ben Konoff and his daughter, Abigail, helping kids with some of the basics of chess and getting live playing practice on a weekly basis.…Learn MoreThursday, November 137:00—8:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL EVENT: “She Kills” with True Crime Author Skip Hollandsworth
In partnership with Ashland Public Library, we are pleased to offer a virtual talk about a true crime book focusing on women perpetrators! Join author and journalist Skip Hollandsworth as he discusses “She Kills: The Murderous Socialite, the Cross-Dressing Bank Robber, and Other True Crime Tales,” a jaw-dropping, addictively readable compendium of women whose often sensational crimes and circumstances put them on the wrong side of the law.…Learn More14
Friday, November 149:30 AM—12:00 PMScully SalonAbbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Coffee at the Library
Stop in to Abbot Public Library on Friday mornings to relax with a cup of coffee or tea. Find your next great read, chat with your neighbors, or just enjoy a quiet morning. Locally brewed Atomic Coffee from Marblehead’s Blue Canoe Cafe will be provided, as well as coffee fixings and a selection of tea.…Learn MoreFriday, November 143:00—4:30 PMEvent Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Teen Game Time
Love Mario Kart? Join us for Abbot Public Library's monthly gaming program! Participate in the library's gaming tournament, or just come by to cheer people on and hang out. This program is for grades 6 and up.
For more events, please visit abbotlibrary.…Learn More15
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Sunday, November 16Closed
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Monday, November 1710:00—10:30 AMEvent Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Music and Movement Playgroup
CFCE of the North Shore sponsors this program for preschool children and their caregivers, live and in person! Music and movement are encouraged in this program. Registration is required - please register below.
This program is sponsored by the CFCE of the North Shore.…Learn MoreMonday, November 176:00—8:00 PMEvent Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
“Last of the Right Whales:” A Movie Screening and Q&A
The documentary "The Last of the Right Whales" tells the story of the North Atlantic right whale, one of Earth’s most critically endangered whale species. Right whales call the east coast of the United States their home, meaning they are ours to protect – and right now, they once again face extinction.…Learn MoreMonday, November 176:00—7:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL EVENT: Holiday Romance Book Recommendations with Booklist Reviewer John Charles
Abbot Public Library is pleased to partner with Ashland Public Library to offer a virtual talk with John Charles on the best holiday romances to read this year! 18
Tuesday, November 189:00 AM—2:00 PMJudy and Gene Jacobi Community Center10 Humphrey Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
OFFSITE: Mini Book Sale at Marblehead Council on Aging
On Tuesday, Nov. 18 from 9 a. m. - 2 p. m. , the Friends of Abbot Public Library will be having a Mini Book Sale at the Judy and Gene Jacobi Community Center at 10 Humphrey Street, Marblehead. Stop by for good deals on books! Please click here or contact the Friends of Abbot Public Library at friendsofabbotlibrary@gmail.…Learn MoreTuesday, November 1810:00—11:00 AMMarblehead Room (304)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Adult Fiction Book Club
On Tuesday, Nov. 18 from 10 a. m. - 11 a. m. , members of the book club come to discuss a work of fiction. November’s book is “Ordinary Grace” by William Kent Krueger. Copies are available to check out at the Main Desk. Space is limited, and registration is required.…Learn MoreTuesday, November 183:00—5:00 PMMarblehead Room (304)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
CANCELED - Drop-in Tech Help with All Computers Great and Small
Bring your devices to the library for personal, one-on-one tech help with Theresa Milewski. All tech and computer questions are welcome, from troubleshooting to operation tips to general tech advice. Join us in welcoming Milewski to the library to host weekly drop-in tech help every Tuesday from 3 p.…Learn More19
Wednesday, November 1910:30—11:00 AMCourtyardAbbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Event Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Story Time A-Go-Go with Debbie Leibowitz
Children are invited to our weekly Wednesday program with stories and movement led by early childhood educator Debbie Leibowitz. Story Time A-Go-Go is a lively, interactive program for kids ages 1-4 years old held in the Event Center. Online registration is required - please register for this session below.…Learn MoreWednesday, November 194:00—4:30 PMEvent Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Hangout Hub: Unicorns!
Join an occupational therapist from The Power of Speech for an interest-based hangout and social group for kids ages 5-10. The topic for this month will be: Unicorns! Magical pretending, crafting and creating! Space is limited to 8 kids, ages 5-10, and registration is required.…Learn MoreWednesday, November 197:00—8:00 PMEvent Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
The Age of Beauty: Navigating Media, Pop Culture, and the Cosmetics Industry
Join Marblehead Girl Scouts Troop 82192 for a thoughtful discussion around the impact that media and pop culture within the cosmetics industry are having on beauty consumption. This program is designed to empower young individuals to make informed choices about their personal care products.…Learn More20
Thursday, November 203:30—4:30 PMKillam Children's Room (101)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Kids Craft Afternoon
Children of any age and their caregivers can visit the Killam Children’s Room between 3:30 p. m. - 4:30 p. m. to make a craft to take home. Working freely with seasonal themed crafts enhances pre-literacy in children with practice in sequencing steps, hand-eye coordination, etc.…Learn MoreThursday, November 203:30—4:30 PMThompson Makerspace (102)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Afterschool Chess Club
Students in grades 2-5 are welcome to come to this informal chess club to practice by playing with others also interested in developing their skills and sharing an interest in chess. The class will be held on Thursdays from 3:30 p. m. to 4:30 p. m. with facilitator Ben Konoff and his daughter, Abigail, helping kids with some of the basics of chess and getting live playing practice on a weekly basis.…Learn MoreThursday, November 204:00—5:30 PMEvent Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Fall Candle Workshop
Join us for a cozy, fun fall craft! We will be making some yummy fall-scented candles with soy wax and essential oils. Adults and teens are welcome!Space is limited, and registration is required - please register below. For more events, please visit abbotlibrary.…Learn More21
Friday, November 219:30 AM—12:00 PMScully SalonAbbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Coffee at the Library
Stop in to Abbot Public Library on Friday mornings to relax with a cup of coffee or tea. Find your next great read, chat with your neighbors, or just enjoy a quiet morning. Locally brewed Atomic Coffee from Marblehead’s Blue Canoe Cafe will be provided, as well as coffee fixings and a selection of tea.…Learn MoreFriday, November 2110:30—11:15 AMCourtyardAbbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Event Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Music with Dara
For 30 years, Dara VanRemoortel has been providing joyful and educational music programs at libraries, preschools, birthday parties and more. Her interactive programs include favorite classic songs and easy-to-learn new songs, finger puppets, finger plays, engaging props, rhythmic activities, instrument playing and creative movement, while introducing some simple elements of music (pitch, rhythm, beat, tempo and dynamics).…Learn More22
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Sunday, November 23Closed
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Monday, November 247:00—8:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL EVENT: “The Gilded Age Christmas Cookbook” with Author Becky Libourel Diamond
If you’re a fan of the Gilded Age and food, join Abbot Public Library in partnership with Ashland Public Library on Monday, Nov. 24 at 7 p. m. to hear author Becky Libourel Diamond as she discusses her new book, “The Gilded Age Christmas Cookbook: Cookies and Treats from America's Golden Era,” with all of the details that will go straight to your foodie heart.…Learn MoreMonday, November 247:00—8:30 PMVirginia A. Carten Gallery (103)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Writers & Readers Open Mic
On Monday, Nov. 24, Abbot Public Library continues its Open Mic series, inviting the community to share their writings. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this is a chance to connect with your community. You can prepare a short story or a nonfiction prose piece.…Learn More25
Tuesday, November 2510:30—11:30 AMMarblehead Room (304)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Mystery Book Group
On Tuesday, Nov. 25 at 10:30 a. m. , the Mystery Book Group will meet to discuss “The Round House” by Louise Erdrich. Please contact Head of Adult Services Librarian Allie Wyant for more information at wyant@noblenet. org. For more events, please visit abbotlibrary.…Learn MoreTuesday, November 253:00—5:00 PMMarblehead Room (304)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Drop-in Tech Help with All Computers Great and Small
Bring your devices to the library for personal, one-on-one tech help with Theresa Milewski. All tech and computer questions are welcome, from troubleshooting to operation tips to general tech advice. Join us in welcoming Milewski to the library to host weekly drop-in tech help every Tuesday from 3 p.…Learn More26
Wednesday, November 2610:30—11:00 AMCourtyardAbbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Event Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Story Time A-Go-Go with Debbie Leibowitz
Children are invited to our weekly Wednesday program with stories and movement led by early childhood educator Debbie Leibowitz. Story Time A-Go-Go is a lively, interactive program for kids ages 1-4 years old held in the Event Center. Online registration is required - please register for this session below.…Learn MoreWednesday, November 265:00—9:00 PMBack entranceAbbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Catering (105A)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Chiaramonte Room (211)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Conference Room (310)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
CourtyardAbbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Event Center (105)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Killam Children's Room (101)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Killam Teen Center (104)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Lipsky Room (209)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Marblehead Room (304)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Osgood Room (210)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Podcasting Studio (102C)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Quiet Reading RoomAbbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Scully SalonAbbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Thompson Makerspace (102)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Virginia A. Carten Gallery (103)Abbot Public Library235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945
Closing at 5 pm for Thanksgiving Holiday
The library will be closing at 5 p. m. on Wednesday, Nov. 26 for Thanksgiving and will be closed through Friday, Nov. 28.
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