Below you’ll find some of our special summer events, please note the dates when registrations open for each of them. There are also the Methuen Public School reading lists for Grades 1 through 6.
MORE TO COME SOON!
Summer Kickoff: Silent Disco – June 25 at 6:30pm (All ages)
Come kick off our summer season of special programs at this fun dance party! At a silent disco, you get to pick what music you listen to and, using wireless headphones, choose between three playlists and dance the night away! We’ll provide headphones that allow you to switch between the playlists. And you can cool off at the Friends of the Library’s “Chill Out” fundraiser: $5.00 ice cream sundaes being served 4-8 p.m. (or as long as supplies last) in the Garden Room!
Family Paint Night with Tia’s Art Studio – June 30 at 6:30 pm (Ages 6 and Up)
Bring your kids to enjoy making art together! Led by local artist/educator Tianisha Torres, this intergenerational guided painting session encourages creativity and self-expression for all ages and levels of experience. Painting materials are provided.
Jungle Jim: Stomp, Chomp & Read – July 14 at 10am (Ages 3 and Up)
Jungle Jim is back, and he’ll lead kids through a high-energy dinosaur-themed mix of magic, storytelling, and mind-blowing balloon artistry! Funded by the Methuen Cultural council (a local agency which is supported by the Mass. Cultural Council).
Author Visit: Jarrett J. Krosoczkal – July 21 at 6pm (Ages 6 and Up)
This very special event is not to be missed!!! Best-selling author & illustrator Jarrett J. Krosoczka — whose wildly popular books include the Lunch Lady series, Jedi Academy adventures, Punk Farm, Peanut Butter & Jellyfish, the memoir Hey, Kiddo, and more — will pay us a fun, fantastic visit to talk about his writing and drawing. Highlights include drawing demonstrations and Q&As with the author — kids will leave the event feeling inspired by his enthusiasm and ready to create their own masterworks! Funded by the Friends of the Library.
Traditions of Chinese Acrobats with Li Liu – July 30 at 1pm (All Ages)
We are so happy to welcome back acrobat Li Liu, who delighted our patrons with her solo acrobatic performance a couple of years ago – she’ll mesmerize you with hand balancing, plate spinning, ribbon dancing, and more (plus kids will get a chance to try their hand at some of these skills!). Funded by the Massachusetts Cultural Council (a local agency which is supported by the Mass. Cultural Council).
End-of-Summer Carnival – August 14 at 10 am (All ages)
No registration required – As the summer winds down and we wrap up our roster of summer programs, we’d like to celebrate with you! Bring your kids to enjoy games, treats, and all sorts of fun. No registration required.
Methuen Public Schools Summer Reading Program
Many of these books can be also found in our eBook/eAudiobook collection via Libby (as well as on our shelves). Stop by the Youth Services’ or Reference Desks for more information on how to get started with Libby if you haven’t used it before!
Special thanks to the Boston Bruins, Friends of the Nevins Library, Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, Massachusetts Cultural Council, Methuen Cultural Council (a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency) and the MSPCA at Nevins Farm, Raising Cane’s, and Texas Roadhouse (Methuen), for their generous support of our summer programs and giveaways!
