~ Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events ~

September 29–October 4

Parlin Adult and Teens

Parlin Book Group: Parlin Meeting Room and Zoom, Monday, September 29, at 6:00 p.m. Discuss Kristin Hannah’s “The Women.” Call Kathleen at 617-394-2300 or send an email to sl***@******et.org, for the Zoom link, or join us in person!

Gaming Club: Parlin YA Room, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 p.m.; join us for board games and video games at the library! Bring your own or play what we have here. For ages 12 and up.

New England Cryptids with Ronny LeBlanc: Parlin Meeting Room, Tuesday, September 30, at 7 p.m. Join us for a talk hosted by Ronny Le Blanc, independent researcher and author of the critically acclaimed and best-selling book “Monsterland: Encounters with UFOs, Bigfoot and Orange Orbs.”

Coffee Cupping: Saturday, October 4, at 11:00 a.m., Parlin Meeting Room. Like wine tasting, but with coffee! Learn about roasting, aroma and mouthfeel, tasting different coffees and using a flavor wheel. If you love coffee, you’ll love this!

Parlin Children’s

Grab n Go Crafts: Stop by the Parlin and Shute Children’s Rooms every Monday for a Grab and Go craft — a self-directed arts & crafts program for children ages three to eight. Crafts can be taken home or crafted with a friend or caregiver at our children’s tables. No registration required, while supplies last.

Study Buddies: Parlin Children’s Room, Monday through Friday from 3-5 p.m. Need homework help? Come to the Parlin Library and study with the Study Buddies, our free afterschool program offering tutoring and academic support for students in grades K-8.

Lego Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Monday, September 30, from 3-5 p.m. Come to the Children’s Room after school 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 required.

Storytime and Sing-along with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, October 1, 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, October 1, 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 Craft Room; join us on Thursdays and Fridays 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.

Origami Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Saturday, October 4, 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

Purr Therapy: Shute Study Room, Wednesday, October 1, 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.

Ready Player One Games: Shute Meeting Room, October 1, at 2:30 p.m. Level up your Wednesdays with our ultimate gaming hangout! Grab your friends and dive into fun Nintendo Switch and PlayStation games — whether you’re racing, battling or teaming up for co-op fun, there’s something for everyone. No registration required; recommended for ages 11 and up.

Artisan’s Circle: Shute Meeting Room, Thursday, October 2, at 5:30 p.m. Join Artisan’s Circle, a creative open studio with a relaxing, welcoming space for artists and crafters of all levels to work, connect and get inspired! Open to ages 18 and up; no registration required. We meet every other Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Check our online calendar for updates!

Shute Children’s

Grab n Go Crafts: Stop by the Parlin and Shute Children’s Rooms every Monday for a Grab and Go craft — a self-directed arts and crafts program for children ages three to eight. Crafts can be taken home or crafted with a friend or caregiver at our children’s tables. No registration required, while supplies last.

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!

Study Buddies: Shute Children’s Room, Monday through Friday from 3-5 p.m. Need homework help? Come to the Shute Library and study with the Study Buddies, our free afterschool program offering tutoring and academic support for students in grades K-8.

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?