This week at the Manchester Public Library there are some great public programs, including an education session on bee keeping, virtual authors, Tiny Art Show reception, Dungeons and Dragons for adults and much more.
Author Hours (Virtual)
Friday, January 24 from 7-8 p.m. Author Vicki Delany will discuss her new cozy mystery novel, “The Incident of the Book in the Nighttime: A Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mystery”.
Monday, January 27 from 7-8 p.m. Author Fiona Davis will discuss her new historical fiction novel, “The Stolen Queen”.
Tuesday, January 28 from 7-8 p.m. International author Samantha Sotto Yambao will discuss her new fantasy novel, “Water Moon”.
Wednesday, January 29 from 7-8 p.m. Bestselling author Thomas Perry will discuss his new thriller, “Pro Bono”.
Thursday, January 30 from 7-8 p.m. Bestselling author Erika Swyler will discuss her new dystopian novel, “We Lived on the Horizon”, in conversation with author Adrienne Celt.
Friday, January 31 from 7-8 p.m. Bestselling author Grady Hendrix will discuss his new horror novel, “Witchcraft for Wayward Girls”.
Mystery Book Group | Friday, January 31 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. This January we are reading “Poison” by John Lescroart.
Diversity Matters | Thursday, January 30 from 6-7 p.m. January’s Diversity Matters pick is “Another Word for Love” by Carvell Wallace. “A lyrical meditation on healing -- told through the lenses of justice, sex, love, family, and death, by journalist and podcaster Carvell Wallace”.
Beekeeping 101 | Saturday, February 1 from 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. join Manchester residents Mike and Martha Chapman for a brief discussion of bees and beekeeping based on Mike and Martha’s personal experiences over the years.
Six Pillars of Brain Health with AARP (Virtual) | Monday, January 27 from 2-3 p.m. It’s never too late to take charge of your brain health. You will learn about the six pillars of a brain-healthy lifestyle, discover brain boosting activities, and be inspired by others.
AI Unveiled: Exploring the Promise, Perils, and Potential of AI | Tuesday, January 28 from 6-7 p.m. Imagine a world where computers can think, learn, and even create. Welcome to the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). In this presentation, we’ll take a journey through the exciting world of AI, exploring its history, its amazing applications, and even the potential risks.
Dungeons and Dragons for Adults (Virtual) | Monday, January 27 from 7-9 p.m. Whatever your level of experience come join us for a one- shot adventure. Hamilton Wenham’s Reference and Technology Librarian, Lindley and Adult Services Librarian, Maddy will be your Game Masters for these two-hour sessions.
Knit Together | Tuesdays from 2-3 p.m. New to knitting? Start a simple project with needles and yarn provided by the library. Hoping to make some gifts for the holidays? Begin a new project or finish one you’ve already started. Enjoy tea, cookies and company.
Tai Chi: The Longevity Tree Tai Chi Location Changes | Every Wednesday from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Manchester local Susan Halpern will continue her weekly Tai Chi class for ages 18 and older. The class will be moving locations as the weather changes and only those who have completed the Safety Release Registration Form on the library’s website, will get weekly location emails. Longevity Tree is part of the internal arts known in China as Qi gong. Qi gong means to cultivate energy with discipline. The Longevity Tree is a form that addresses the balance of mind, body and spirit, by combining movement, deep breathing, and alertness.
Digital Advice Appointments on Monday and Drop-in on Friday | Register for a dedicated session Mondays at 12 noon or 12:30 p.m. or drop in on most Fridays between 3-4 p.m. We have guidance for easy to moderate tech issues. Please bring your device, charger and any passwords associated with your device or project. This is a program to offer one-on-one instruction on how to better utilize your technology, we cannot do a tech project for you and certain issues will be outside of our digital expertise.
Mindfulness Meditation at the First Parish Church Meeting Room | Every Tuesday from 11 a.m.-12 noon. Beginners and experienced meditators are welcome. There will be guided meditation, some silence, and discussion. Please register if this is your first time coming to this program. We need either an email or a phone number in case we need to cancel or change venues.
Mindfulness Meditation at the First Parish Church | Tuesdays from 5-6 p.m. Evening meditation happens weekly at 5 p.m. except for the third Tuesday of the month.
Shut Up and Write (Virtual) | Every Thursday from 10 a.m.-12 noon. Join a community of writers and artists on Zoom who just want to write. Come any time. No need to share, no need to critique or be critiqued.
For Teens:
Join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) | High school students who join the group will be involved in adding items to the library’s collection, promoting special events, planning the annual Haunted Library and more. You will get community service hours for school and pizza. Contact Tom Russo, the YA librarian.
MPL Children’s Events:
2025 All Ages MBTS Tin Art Show Reception | Saturday, January 25 from 1:30-3 p.m. Come and enjoy the community art show which will be on display until January 31.
Little Learners Playgroup | Thursdays from 10-11 a.m. Join this weekly playgroup presented by Early Childhood Partners CFCE. Please register.
Fall and Winter Storytime | Wednesday’s from 10:30-11:15 a.m. Ages 0-3.