Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events

Around Everett

Mindful Miles: Shute Front Door, Saturday, August 23, at 8 a.m.; join us for a relaxing morning walk starting from the Shute Memorial Library to multiple laps around Glendale Park. Walk at your own pace, for as long as you like. This is intended for ages 18 and up. No registration is required.

Parlin Adult and Teens

Gaming Club: Parlin Meeting Room, Mondays and Wednesdays in August from 2-3 p.m. Join us for board games on Mondays and multiplayer video games on Wednesdays! For ages 12 and up.

Classics & Crafts Movie Night: Parlin Meeting Room, Tuesday, August 19, at 6:30 p.m. Join us for a casual movie viewing where conversation is allowed and crafting is encouraged, featuring our favorite classic books on the big screen of the Parlin Meeting Room TV! BYO crafts and snacks or borrow craft supplies from our library clubs. We’ll be watching “Jane Eyre” (2011), and viewers are recommended to be 14 years of age or older.

Resume Writing: Parlin Information Desk. Do you need help sprucing up an old resume or creating a new one? Sign up for a 30-minute session at the Parlin. By appointment only; to register, send an email to pa********@******et.org or call 617-394-2300.

Computer Basics 101: Parlin Information Desk. Not familiar with the computer? Learn the basics: how to start up and shut down a computer, perform mouse and keyboard functions, use applications, learn Microsoft Word, navigate the Internet, set up an email account, and more! By appointment only; to register, send an email to pa********@******et.org or call 617-394-2300.

Parlin Children’s

Mystery Craft Monday: Stop by the Children’s Room every Monday for a Grab and Go mystery craft — a self-directed arts and crafts program for children ages three to seven. Mystery crafts can be taken home or crafted with a friend or caregiver at our children’s tables. What will be in your mystery craft kit? No registration required, while supplies last.

Lego Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Monday, August 18, from 3-5 p.m. Come to the Children’s Room on Mondays for some free Lego building fun. Open to all ages; children under six years old must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required.

Storytime and Sing-along with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, August 20, at 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six.

Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, August 20, at 3 p.m. Do you have a drama queen or king at home? Drama Class in the Parlin Children’s Department is the perfect opportunity for your child to put those acting skills to use with our drama coach! Suggested ages: six to 14.

Story Time Adventures with Mrs. McAuliffe: Parlin Children’s Room; join us on Thursday and Friday at 11 a.m. for our enchanting Story Time! You will be whisked away on magical adventures through the pages of your favorite books. Bring a friend or make a new one in our circle of friends.

Fluency Fun Friday! Parlin Children’s Room, Friday, August 22, at 2 p.m. Brush up your fluency skills before school starts! Drop by the library for an afternoon of fun board games like Scrabble and Bananagrams, word searches and crossword puzzles. Suggested ages: five to 11.

Friday Family Movie Night: Parlin Meeting Room, Friday, August 22, at 3 p.m. Grab a friend and join us at the library to watch “Call of the Wild.” Free popcorn provided by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries will be served.

Mixed-Media Crafts: Parlin Children’s Room, Saturday, August 23, at 11 a.m. Enjoy learning and develop your imagination! Recommended for ages five to 12. Registration is required, sign up online. This program is funded by the Everett Cultural Council.

Origami Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Saturday, August 23, at 12 p.m. Learn how to fold paper animals of all kinds! Open to all ages and abilities. Paper and instruction will be provided.

Shute Adult and Teens

  Sketch Studio: Shute Meeting Room, Tuesday, August 19, at 4:30 p.m. Come hang with us at our Sketch Studio hour — a weekly drop-in art session! Drop in once a week and bring your creativity. For ages 14-18. No registration is required. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries.

Romance Book Club: Shute Meeting Room, Tuesday, August 19, at 6 p.m.; for ages 18 and up. Calling all romance lovers! Join our Romance Book Club! We’ll meet every third Tuesday of the month (unless otherwise noted on our calendar). No registration needed — just bring your love for all things romance! The book of the month is “Summer in the City” by Alex Aster. Limited copies will be available to borrow from our circulation desk.

Crafty Conversations: Swap Painting: Thursday, August 21, at 7:00 p.m. Unleash your inner artist in this creative twist on a not-so-average paint night! Bring a friend so you can swap your painting every 10 minutes to build off your friend’s imagination or from the creative prompts provided. Your painting will be a collaborative piece! Registration is required. This is recommended for ages 18-109. This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries.

Resume Writing: Shute Adult Department; book a one-on-one resume assistance appointment and let a librarian help you craft a resume tailored to your strengths and aspirations. Sign up for a 30-minute session; Fridays by appointment only.

Computer Basics 101: Shute Adult Department. Tech newbie? No problem! Learn to power up, click around, type like a pro, explore the digital world and even send your first email. Book your adventure with technology today! By appointment only on Fridays; please call the Shute Library to register for an appointment.

Shute Children’s

Story to Screen: Book & Movie Club: Shute Meeting Room, Mondays at 2:30 p.m.; it’s time for films and fun! Munch on popcorn and watch “Tuck Everlasting.” Can you answer the question “Which was better, the book or the movie?” Recommended for children ages eight and up.

Miss Val’s Storytime Pals with Special Guest: Monday, August 18, at 10 a.m.; Nan Zhou, founder of AbleYouth Alliance, joins Miss Val for a special storytime focused on disability awareness, empathy and inclusion.

Miss Val’s Storytime Pals: Shute Children’s Room, Mondays at 10 a.m. and Tuesdays at 12 p.m. What’s better than a good story? Sharing it with friends! Join Miss Val at the Shute Library for Fairytale Fun!

Book Talk: Summer Reading Edition: Shute Meeting Room, Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Have you been keeping up with your summer reading? Drop in to share your opinions, get recommendations and find out what everyone else has been reading (and doing) during summer break!

Tune In: Music Class at the Library! Shute Meeting Room, Wednesday, August 20, from 2-3:30 p.m. Join us for a fun and interactive music class where you’ll learn to read music and sing! This program is recommended for ages 10-14. Materials for this program have been generously provided by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries.

Family Craft Corner: Paint your own Tote Bag: Shute Craft Room, Thursday, August 21, from 4-6 p.m. Reusable and fabulous — come and paint your own tote bag, perfect for carrying books to and from the library. We supply the canvas tote bag and paint supplies; you supply the creativity! Dress for a mess! Registration is required.

Master Builders: Lego Free-play: Shute Children’s Room, Thursdays from 3-5 p.m.; free-play session with Legos and other building blocks. Bring a buddy, or make a new one, as you explore your imagination brick by brick! We provide the space and the materials to let your vision take shape. What will you create?