Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events

Around Everett

Books and Brews: Night Shift Brewing (87 Santilli Hwy), Wednesday, August 27, at 6 p.m. This month we will be reading “The Last House Guest” by Megan Miranda. Pick up a copy at the Parlin or Shute Memorial Libraries and we’ll see you at Night Shift Brewing to discuss the book.

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.

Parlin Book Group: Parlin Meeting Room and Zoom, Monday, August 25, at 6:00 p.m. Geraldine Brooks’ “Horse” is a novel of art and science, love and obsession and our unfinished reckoning with racism. 18+. Call Kathleen at 617-394-2300 or send an email to sl***@******et.org for the Zoom link or join us in person!

Murder/Mystery Book Group: Connolly Center Meeting Room, Thursday, August 28, at 12 p.m. In G.M. Malliet’s “Death of a Cozy Writer,” Sir Adrian Beauclerk-Fisk writes mystery novels and torments his children with threats of disinheritance. When his eldest son is found dead, Detective Chief Inspector St. Just is brought in to investigate. See Kathleen for copies on her twice monthly visits or call the Parlin (617-394-2300) or Shute (617-394-2308) Libraries.

Tea Time: Parlin Meeting Room, Thursday, August 28, from 3-4:30 p.m. You are formally invited to afternoon tea and fun activities at the Parlin Library! This week we will be Scrapbooking our Family History, so be prepared to bring a few photos of your loved ones. Registration for this event is required, so please sign up online or call 617-394-2300. This program has been generously funded by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries.

Parlin Children’s

Lego Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Monday, August 25, 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 27, 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 27, 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.

Mixed-Media Crafts: Parlin Children’s Room, Saturday, August 30, 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.

Shute Adult and Teens

  Sketch Studio: Shute Meeting Room, Tuesday, August 26, 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.

Purr Therapy: Shute Study Room, Wednesday, August 27, at 10 a.m. Take a break during your busy day to have a quiet and peaceful moment with our new feline library visitor, Gandalf! Thank you to the Pets & People Foundation for our new Pet Therapy friend. Please visit: www.petsandpeoplefoundation.org to learn more about their mission of serving their communities.

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 “The Wizard of Oz.” 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: 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! Registration is not required. Open to children of all ages. Parents and guardians are welcome to join in or have their own book discussion.

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?