Winter Programs at Hamilton-Wenham Library

The Hamilton Library offer a great selection of programs for North Shore Childre

Hamilton-Wenham Public Library Winter 2012 Children's Program registration begins on Tuesday, January 17 at 10 a.m. in person in the Children’s Room. Most of the classes begin the week of January 23, 2012 and continue through the second week of March.

Choose a class that best suits your child’s behavior and readiness and be mindful that all programs begin promptly at the stated time. As a courtesy to your group leader, please get to the Children’s Room EARLY, so that there will be ample time for removing coats, getting drinks, using the bathroom, etc.

  • BABY BOOKWORMS:  Fridays at 10:30 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. running from January 27 - March 23. PRE-REGISTER FOR ONE OF THESE SESSIONS. This 30 minute program is designed for newborns – 18 months. Join Sue Shepard for 30 minutes of stories, songs, and finger plays.  Children must be accompanied by their caregiver and alternate care for siblings is encouraged. *Pre-registration begins on Tuesday, January 17 at 10am and is required in person in the Children's Room. Space is limited.
  • MUSIC & MOVEMENT:  Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. running from January 25, to March 21. This hour long story class is presented by Lisa Davis of Cape Ann Early Intervention and is for children age 18 – 30 months. *Pre-registration begins on Tuesday, January 17 at 10am and is required in person in the Children's Room. Space is limited. Children must be accompanied by their caregiver and alternate care for siblings is encouraged.

  • TERRIFIC TWOS AND THREES: Mondays at 11:00 a.m. running from January 23 - February 13. This 30 minute story class is lead by Kate Jovin and is full of stories, songs, and finger plays.  Graduates of Baby Bookworms are welcome! *Pre-registration is appreciated. Space is limited.

  • RHYTYM & RHYME: Tuesdays 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. running from January 24 - March 20. This 45 minute story program designed for preschoolers and kindergartners is led by Xenda Laramie. Classes include stories fingerplays and a craft. Pre-registration is appreciated.

  • LEGO-MANIA for Grades 1 – 5:  4 Wednesdays: February 1, February 15, March 7, March 21, 3:00 – 4:00 pm. Create a masterpiece, share your ideas and designs, work individually or as a team. This is a non-competitive, non-robotics program, created to share the joy of Legos.*Pre-registration is appreciated.

  • WORLD OF WIZARDING for Grades 2-5: 4 Wednesdays: January 25, February 8, February 29, March 14, 3:00 - 4:00 pm. This Harry Potter themed program includes reading, crafts, and spells each week. Muggles welcome.

  • Dads & Donuts Saturdays: January 28, February 18, March 31, 11 a.m.
  • Lunar New Year Celebration: Wednesday, February 22, 1 – 3 pm
  • Seasonal Stories and Crafts: January 14, February 11, March 17, 11 a.m
Landmark Summer Program at Landmark School in Beverly Massachusetts

Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point

Kids will enjoy this tour of the Halibut Point State Park and Quarry with a focus on its stone-cutting history!
Take a self guided tour at one of Massachusetts most beautiful locations!
7:00 am to 6:00 pm

Barnyard Story Hour at Appleton Farms

Kids can meet the barnyard animals and hear a story at Appleton Farms in Ipswich Massachusetts.
Bring your little ones to Appleton Farms for our farm-fresh story hour. We will read books about animals and nature, maybe sing a song or two, then head up to the carriage barn to visit our Nubian goats, Angora rabbits and see what other animals are out and about on the farm. We will engage in...
10:30 am to 11:30 am

Saturday, May 9

2nd Saturday at Lynn Museum

Lynn Museum in Massachusetts offers free admission on the second Saturday of each month.
Come to the Lynn Museum and Historical Society for FREE family fun. Join us on the second and fourth Saturday of each month for FREE admission to the Museum from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.! You can view our latest exhibitions, purchase Lynn-themed goods in our shop, check out books in our free library, and...
10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Sunday, May 10

Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point

Kids will enjoy this tour of the Halibut Point State Park and Quarry with a focus on its stone-cutting history!
Take a self guided tour at one of Massachusetts most beautiful locations!
7:00 am to 6:00 pm

The Legacies of Long Hill: House & Garden Tour

Tour the Gardens at the Trustees of Reservations Long Hill Gardens in Beverly, Massachusetts!
The Trustees of Reservations invite you to join our expert guides for a tour around Long Hill’s stunning Sedgwick Gardens and learn more about the special plants. Step inside the beauty and layered history of Long Hill with a guided tour of its breathtaking gardens and historic house. Once the...
10:30 am to 12:00 pm

CraneOutdoors: Castle Neck Hike in the Dunes

Hiking the Dunes at the Crane Wildlife refuge with the Trustees of Reservations.
You may be familiar with Crane Beach, but have you ever visited the dune trails? The dunes of Castle Neck are a much less explored world unto themselves. They offer one of the most accessible dune landscapes in New England and trails that provide a firsthand look into the delicate and ever-changing...
1:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Sunday STEAM Club at North Shore Children's Museum

Visit Peabody MA, NorthShore, North Shore Children's Museum
Join in on Sundays at 2:30 for STEAM Club for ages 5-11. Each week participants will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math with our NSCM staff! Every STEAM club session will see your kids participating in hands-on activities while exploring a new topic. Space is limited, please...
2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Monday, May 11

Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point

Kids will enjoy this tour of the Halibut Point State Park and Quarry with a focus on its stone-cutting history!
Take a self guided tour at one of Massachusetts most beautiful locations!
7:00 am to 6:00 pm

Tuesday, May 12

Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point

Kids will enjoy this tour of the Halibut Point State Park and Quarry with a focus on its stone-cutting history!
Take a self guided tour at one of Massachusetts most beautiful locations!
7:00 am to 6:00 pm

Barnyard Story Hour at Appleton Farms

Kids can meet the barnyard animals and hear a story at Appleton Farms in Ipswich Massachusetts.
Bring your little ones to Appleton Farms for our farm-fresh story hour. We will read books about animals and nature, maybe sing a song or two, then head up to the carriage barn to visit our Nubian goats, Angora rabbits and see what other animals are out and about on the farm. We will engage in...
10:30 am to 11:30 am

Wednesday, May 13

Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point

Kids will enjoy this tour of the Halibut Point State Park and Quarry with a focus on its stone-cutting history!
Take a self guided tour at one of Massachusetts most beautiful locations!
7:00 am to 6:00 pm

Stargazing at Mendel Observatory

Mendel Observatory, with the support of volunteers from the North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club, hosts public stargazing every Wednesday night
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7:00 pm