April Programs at the Newburyport Public Library – Check them out!
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Please join us at the Newburyport Public Library during April for the following programs!
Tuesday, April 1st at 6 pm: 100 Years of Boston Comedy (IN PERSON). Arts journalist Nick Zaino explores Boston’s long history of comedy, from vaudeville to YouTube, highlighting some of the personalities that have defined laughter in America for 100
years. No registration required.
Wednesday, April 2nd at 7 pm: Author Hour with Bestselling Author Marie Benedict (VIRTUAL).
Bestselling author Marie Benedict will discuss her new historical fiction mystery, The Queens of Crime, in this installment of “Author Hour in Massachusetts.”
Virtual registration required.
Thursday, April 3rd at 10:30 am: Claude Monet: Obsessed with the Natural World (VIRTUAL).
Claude Monet is one of the most recognizable and celebrated figures in art history. Learn all about how this revered figure went from being an impoverished, rejected outsider to becoming a ground-breaking icon of Modernism. Virtual registration required.
Monday, April 7th at 7 pm: Local Farms, MA – Produce, Meats, Dairy, Oh My! (VIRTUAL).
Join the growing number of people who are buying their produce, meats, dairy products from local farms. Working with Ashland’s Town Sustainability Coordinator, Samantha Riley, we’ll have a panel of farmers who will help us understand the benefits of shopping
locally grown and give us suggestions for reputable growers in our area. Virtual registration required.
Monday, April 7th at 7 pm: Behind the Headlines: Understanding Bird Flu (VIRTUAL).
Dr. Catherine Brown is the Massachusetts State Epidemiologist and Public Health Veterinarian, and current President of the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists. She will give a clear and authoritative overview of the nation’s current situation
and the risk that avian influenza presents. Virtual registration required.
Tuesday, April 8th at 7 pm: Batch Cooking and Your Healthy New Habits (VIRTUAL).
We are happy to welcome cookbook author Terry Walters to learn about batch cooking. Learn to cook plant-forward, healthy, and delicious foundational recipes that can be prepared for one meal and then upcycled for multiple different quick and easy meals
thereafter. Virtual registration required.
Monday, April 14th at 7 pm: The Two Nerdy History Girls Ride Again! (VIRTUAL).
Authors Loretta Chase and Susan Holloway Scott are the originators of the infamous blog “Two Nerdy History Girls”. How do they find interesting tidbits of historical lore, which libraries of the world have they visited, and how do they avoid the inescapable
“rabbit hole”? Virtual registration required.
Tuesday, April 15th at 2 pm: Armchair Travel to the Italian Riviera (VIRTUAL). The small towns of Genoa and the Cinque Terre each have a distinct character of sun, sea, food, wine, and hiking trails. Led by Jack Holmes, a travel photographer and owner
of “Images from Near and Far”. Virtual registration required.
Thursday, April 17th at 6 pm: Getting Started in Genealogy (VIRTUAL). This program introduces the participants to the genealogical research process and the tools and techniques that support the research.
Virtual registration required.
Thursday, April 17th at 7:30 pm: Inclusive and Diverse Book Recs (VIRTUAL).
Looking for the best books with BIPOC/LGBTQ+/Neurodivergent/Disabled characters or by representative authors? Join bookstagrammer Leelynn Brady for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations.
Virtual registration required.
Tuesday, April 22nd at 7 pm: Motown Hits With History (IN PERSON). In this one-hour concert, Melodious Zach will perform Motown favorites and entertain you with Motown trivia.
No registration required.
Monday, April 28th at 6 pm: Rhythm and Hues: the Harlem Renaissance (VIRTUAL). The Harlem Renaissance, a cultural explosion in the 1920s, saw African American artists challenge stereotypes and celebrate their heritage. Discover the visionaries who gave
voice to the African American experience and forever changed the landscape of American culture.
Virtual registration required.
Wednesday, April 30th at 9:30 am: Design A Career That Fulfills You (VIRTUAL).
In this interactive webinar, we will open the conversation to identify strategies to help you stay on track as obstacles and opportunities show up in your career.
Virtual registration required.
Check out our calendar for more programs we are offering in April!
VIRTUAL programs require registration to get the Zoom link. People can register online via the library website events calendar or by calling 978-465-4428 x2. Some in-person programs in April require registration.
Ongoing Discussion Groups:
Wednesday, April 2nd at 2 pm: Next Chapter Book Group (IN-PERSON at the Senior Center).
The Next Chapter Book Group invites you to join our monthly book discussion on the first Wednesday of the month. We will be meeting at the Senior Community Center. This month’s title is
“Mother Daughter Murder Night” by Nina Simon. No registration required.
NEW! Wednesday, April 16th at 3 pm: Case Closed Book Group (VIRTUAL). Do you enjoy mystery, thriller and true crime novels? Come join the Case Closed Book Group on the third Wednesday of the month! We read a variety of mystery, thriller and true crime
books; fiction and non-fiction! New readers are always welcome. We also do not discourage those who were unable to finish the current title from attending! This month’s title is
“All Good People Here” by Ashley Flowers. Virtual registration required.
Thursday, April 17th at 3 pm: Classics Book Group (IN-PERSON). Join NPL’s Classics Book Group! This group meets in-person on the third Thursday of every month in the Director’s Room. This month’s title is “A Tree Grows in Brooklyn” by Betty Smith.
Registration required.
Tuesday, April 29th at 5 pm: Just the Facts: Nonfiction Book Group (VIRTUAL). Join us for NPL’s Just the Facts Book Group! This group selects and discusses nonfiction books. All are welcome. This month we will be discussing
“The Pioneers: The Heroic Story of the Settlers who Brought the American Ideal West”
by David McCullough. Virtual registration required.
Other ongoing programs:
Once a month: Home Delivery Services! Are you unable to come to the library? Let the library come to you! Any Newburyport who is possession of a library card and meets one of the following conditions is eligible for this program: (1) A disability and/or
health issue which prevents an individual from visiting the Library, (2) Mobility issues which prevent an individual from visiting the Library, (3) Temporary physical limitations (or illness) which prevent an individual from visiting the Library for a minimum
of 3 months and a maximum of 6 months. Please contact a Reference Librarian at the second floor Reference Desk by phone 978-465-4428 or email
info@newburyportpl.org with any questions about the service.
Tuesdays at 8:00 am: Yoga and Mindfulness (VIRTUAL). Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining Registered Yoga Teacher Ree Coleman for yoga and mindfulness practice. Classes will be held online for the rest of the winter. No registration
is necessary. The Zoom link and meeting ID can be found on the library website.
Wednesdays at 2:30 pm: Movie Matinee (IN-PERSON). Titles are posted on the library website.
Drop-In Social Services Support (IN-PERSON). The City’s licensed professional social worker Trish Boateng offers regular drop-in hours at the Library for any Newburyport resident who may need assistance. Get connected with assistance for food, housing,
transportation, health, child care, or other necessities. Meetings are offered on a first-come, first-served basis every Tuesday afternoon at the library, 1:30-2:30 pm.
Council on Aging Outreach Services Drop-In Hours (IN-PERSON). Outreach Specialist from the Council on Aging, Ann Freeman, is available at the Library to residents interested in learning more about the outreach services provided by the Council on Aging.
She is available at the library twice a month. Please see the Events calendar for exact dates or call us at 978-465-4428 x2.
Mondays & Thursdays from 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm: Drop-In Tech Time (IN-PERSON).
Bring your simple technology questions for a drop-in session. We can help with the basics for your phones, laptops, tablets, and e-readers, including accessing library resources, adding Libby to a personal device, basic computer navigation, and general internet
instruction. Sessions can last up to 30 minutes and will be run with available staff on a first come, first served basis. Contact info@newburyportpl.org or call us at 978-465-4428 x 2 with questions.
Thursdays (bi-weekly) at 5:15 pm: Spanish Conversation Group (IN-PERSON).
All levels are welcome! However, it may be best suited for those who have a basic knowledge of Spanish or above. Please note, this is not a class, but it can be a great way to practice your Spanish conversational skills and connect with others who have an interest
in the language. The group is led by a Spanish-speaking librarian. Registration required.
