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Monday, April 1All DaySustainability Reading ChallengeSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Sustainability Reading Challenge
Join the Sawyer Free Library and TownGreen in building a community committed to a sustainable future by participating in our Sustainability Reading Challenge!During the months of March and April 2024, read a book from at least two of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and enter a form to win a Holy Cow $25 gift card.…Learn MoreMonday, April 1All DayMain FloorSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Sawyer Seed Library
April is Earth Month! Let's Get Planting!Monday, April 18:00 AM—6:00 PMVirual
Poetry Without Paper Contest 2024
In celebration of National Poetry Month, Sawyer Free Library presents the 2024 Poetry Without Paper contest. This is a poetry contest for children and teens who live in Gloucester or attend Gloucester schools. All poems must be submitted through our website between March 1 and April 30, 2024.…Learn More2
Tuesday, April 21:00—2:00 PM21 Main Meeting RoomSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Booked
Booked
Tuesday, April 22:00—3:00 PMVirtual Author Talks
The Foods, People, and Innovations That Feed Us - With Smithsonian Curator Paula J. Johnson
See More and RegisterVirtually step into the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History with Curator Paula Johnson as she discusses the book Smithsonian American Table: The Foods, People, and Innovations That Feed Us.
American Table is a sweeping history of food and culture that summons everyone to the table for a fresh look at some of the people, ingredients, events, and movements that have shaped how and what we eat.…Learn More3
Wednesday, April 311:15 AM—12:00 PMMagma
Storytime: Stories, Bubbles & Fun!
Stories, Bubbles & Fun!Welcome to storytime! * Note location* Join Christy for a morning of stories, songs, rhymes, bubbles & fun with friends! During the construction phase of the library, storytime will be held inside Brown's Mall at Movement Arts Gloucester MA on the top floor of the Brown Building.…Learn More4
Thursday, April 410:30—11:00 AMMain FloorSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Open Play at the Library!
Drop in for Open Play at the Library at 21 Main Street in the children's area. This unstructured open play for little ones and caregivers is an opportunity for social interaction and a nice way to introduce the very young to the library. Babies can even be signed up for a first library card! Books and toys will be provided for caregivers to interact with their little ones and are best suited for ages 0-2.…Learn MoreThursday, April 45:30—6:30 PMMain FloorSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
POSTPONED - Start Your Own Kitchen Herb Garden
Register today for this one-hour workshop led by Backyard Growers. Participants will go home with new skills and knowledge for the upcoming planting season, as well as everything needed for an indoor kitchen herb garden!Questions? Please contact Meg O'Neill at moneill@sawyerfreelibrary.…Learn More5
Friday, April 510:30 AM—12:00 PM21 Main Meeting RoomSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Saunders House Stewardship Committee Meeting
Saunders House Stewardship Committee Meeting
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Saturday, April 611:00 AM—1:00 PMMain FloorSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Dungeons & Dragons
Embark on a grand adventure with Dungeons & Dragons at the Sawyer Free Library! Create your character and venture on an epic quest with Dungeon Master Ephraim Weaver. All experience levels are welcome. Free pizza lunch will be provided. Space is limited.…Learn More7
Sunday, April 7Library Closed
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Tuesday, April 92:00—3:00 PMVirtual Author Talks
From Murder to Atonement–Confronting My Son’s Killer with Diane Foley & Colum McCann
See More and RegisterJoin us for a one-of-a-kind conversation with National Book Award-winner Colum McCann as he is joined by Diane Foley, the inspiration behind the heartrending book American Mother.
American Mother is the story of a mother who, in the course of confronting her son’s killer, gets to the elemental heart of violence and forgiveness.…Learn More10
Wednesday, April 109:00—10:30 AM21 Main Meeting RoomSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Corporate Communications Meeting
Corporate Communication Meeting
Wednesday, April 1011:15 AM—12:00 PMMagma
Storytime: Stories, Bubbles & Fun!
Stories, Bubbles & Fun!Welcome to storytime! * Note location* Join Christy for a morning of stories, songs, rhymes, bubbles & fun with friends! During the construction phase of the library, storytime will be held inside Brown's Mall at Movement Arts Gloucester MA on the top floor of the Brown Building.…Learn More11
Thursday, April 119:00—10:30 AM21 Main Meeting RoomSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Executive Committee Meeting
Executive Committee Meeting
Thursday, April 1110:30—11:00 AMMain FloorSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Open Play at the Library!
Drop in for Open Play at the Library at 21 Main Street in the children's area. This unstructured open play for little ones and caregivers is an opportunity for social interaction and a nice way to introduce the very young to the library. Babies can even be signed up for a first library card! Books and toys will be provided for caregivers to interact with their little ones and are best suited for ages 0-2.…Learn More12
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Saturday, April 1311:00 AM—12:00 PMMain FloorSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Dr. Rosie Helps the Animals
Bring your stuffed animal friends to this fun event! Join us as we learn about taking care of animals with the creators of the children's book Dr. Rosie Helps the Animals! Jennifer Welborn & Rozillia Mh will read their book & show us how to give our stuffies a check up with a mini veterinarian kit which children can take home with them.…Learn More14
Sunday, April 14Library Closed
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Monday, April 15Library Closed
Monday, April 158:00 AM—6:00 PMVirual
Poetry Without Paper Contest 2024
In celebration of National Poetry Month, Sawyer Free Library presents the 2024 Poetry Without Paper contest. This is a poetry contest for children and teens who live in Gloucester or attend Gloucester schools. All poems must be submitted through our website between March 1 and April 30, 2024.…Learn More16
Tuesday, April 16All DaySustainability Reading ChallengeSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Sustainability Reading Challenge
Join the Sawyer Free Library and TownGreen in building a community committed to a sustainable future by participating in our Sustainability Reading Challenge!During the months of March and April 2024, read a book from at least two of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and enter a form to win a Holy Cow $25 gift card.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 16All DayMain FloorSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Sawyer Seed Library
April is Earth Month! Let's Get Planting!Tuesday, April 161:00—6:00 PMMain FloorSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
April craft to go! Let's feed the birds!
Children's Services April craft to go! Let's make a project to feed our backyard birds! Register each child individually for a fun & simple project to bring home and make with your child. Pick up starts at 1pm on Tuesday, April 16. Your labeled craft bag will be at the Children's Services desk at our 21 Main Street location.…Learn More17
Wednesday, April 179:00—11:00 AM21 Main Meeting RoomSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Booked
Booked
Wednesday, April 1711:15 AM—12:00 PMMagma
Storytime: Stories, Bubbles & Fun!
Stories, Bubbles & Fun!Welcome to storytime! * Note location* Join Christy for a morning of stories, songs, rhymes, bubbles & fun with friends! During the construction phase of the library, storytime will be held inside Brown's Mall at Movement Arts Gloucester MA on the top floor of the Brown Building.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 172:00—6:00 PM21 Main Meeting RoomSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Wellspring Tutoring
Wellspring Tutoring
Wednesday, April 178:00—9:00 PMVirtual Author Talks
A Literary Examination of Power, Love, and Art with Xochitl Gonzalez
See More and RegisterWe cannot wait for you to join us as we chat with award-winning and bestselling author Xochitl Gonzalez about her newest novel Anita de Monte Laughs Last.
Anita de Monte Laughs Last is a propulsive, witty examination of power, love, and art, daring to ask who gets to be remembered and who is left behind in the rarefied world of the elite.…Learn More18
Thursday, April 1810:30—11:00 AMMain FloorSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Open Play at the Library!
Drop in for Open Play at the Library at 21 Main Street in the children's area. This unstructured open play for little ones and caregivers is an opportunity for social interaction and a nice way to introduce the very young to the library. Babies can even be signed up for a first library card! Books and toys will be provided for caregivers to interact with their little ones and are best suited for ages 0-2.…Learn MoreThursday, April 184:00—5:00 PM21 Main Meeting RoomSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Booked
Booked
Thursday, April 185:30—6:30 PMMain FloorSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
The Value of Trees to Our Health and Our City
In celebration of Earth Month, please join Peter Lawrence of 400 Trees for a presentation on the benefits of trees in our beautiful city!In addition to enhancing the attractiveness of a city, trees provide essential services to its residents, including producing oxygen, removing carbon dioxide, and cooling our city by providing shade, among other benefits to our local ecosystem.…Learn More19
Friday, April 1910:30—11:15 AMTrinity Congregational Church70 Middle Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Cape Ann Symphony Free Family Concert! Katy and the Big Snow
Vacation week free fun for families! Cape Ann Symphony, along with the Sawyer Free Library, presents Katy and the Big Snow. Enjoy the beloved story by Gloucester's own Virginia Lee Burton read aloud by local actress Heidi Dallin, and set to music for this ensemble performance.…Learn More20
Saturday, April 2010:30—11:30 AMMain FloorSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Gloucester Genealogy Group: Gloucester Daily Times
Join Local History Librarian Julie Travers for a brief demonstration on how to use the newly digitized Gloucester Daily Times for your family history research. After, there will be an open discussion on your genealogy research and roadblocks.21
Sunday, April 21Library Closed
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Monday, April 222:00—6:00 PM21 Main Meeting RoomSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Wellspring Tutoring
Wellspring Tutoring
Monday, April 225:00—7:00 PMCity Hall
Earth Day Flag Raising and Open House
The Mayor is inviting the public to celebrate Earth Day on Monday, April 22nd at 5:00pm. We will kick-off with a flag raising, followed by an open house in City Hall with different tables that highlight the climate related work happening around Gloucester.…Learn MoreMonday, April 226:00—7:30 PMCape Ann Lanes53 Gloucester Avenue, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Dazzle & Design: Jewelry Making
Unleash your inner creativity and join us for an after hours jewelry making workshop with local artisan Lisa White at Cape Ann Lanes/Laneside Pub & Brewery. ! In this workshop we will be creating a necklace and earring set using glass pearls and a variety of colored beads to use as focal points and accents.…Learn More23
Tuesday, April 2311:00 AM—12:00 PM21 Main Meeting RoomSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Tech Tuesday - Library Apps
Learn how to use library apps: Libby, Hoopla and our NOBLE app, to stream movies, listen to audiobooks and music, read E-Books, and search and reserve books in our catalog! Learn how to get your library barcode on your phone!24
Wednesday, April 2411:00—11:45 AMMagma
Puppet Story Time with Through Me to you Puppetry!
Puppet story time! Join us for an extra special story time presented by Through Me to you Puppetry! Puppet friends take turns reading stories & singing songs with us! Afterwards, children & families can meet the puppets during a hands on puppet play session! This special event will be held inside Brown's Mall at Movement Arts Gloucester MA on the top floor of the Brown Building, where regular story time is held.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 242:00—6:00 PM21 Main Meeting RoomSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Wellspring Tutoring
Wellspring Tutoring
Wednesday, April 246:00—7:30 PMCape Ann Lanes53 Gloucester Avenue, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Community Creations: Upcycled Lanterns
Reduce, reuse, recycle! Unleash your inner creativity and join us for an after hours craft workshop with local artisan Lisa White at Cape Ann Lanes/Laneside Pub & Brewery. Transform your empty glass jars into beautiful lanterns with this simple and eco-friendly craft project.…Learn More25
Thursday, April 2510:30—11:00 AMMain FloorSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Open Play at the Library!
Drop in for Open Play at the Library at 21 Main Street in the children's area. This unstructured open play for little ones and caregivers is an opportunity for social interaction and a nice way to introduce the very young to the library. Babies can even be signed up for a first library card! Books and toys will be provided for caregivers to interact with their little ones and are best suited for ages 0-2.…Learn MoreThursday, April 251:30—5:00 PM21 Main Meeting RoomSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Booked
Booked
Thursday, April 255:30—6:30 PMMain FloorSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
An Evening of Poetry
Join us for an hour of poetry shared by two local poets, Patricia Giragosian and Kristin Czarnecki. Gloucester resident Patricia Giragosian is the author of multiple collections of poetry. Her chapbook, Closer to Home, was a finalist in the 2005 Poetry Chapbook Competition of Bright Hill Press.…Learn More26
Friday, April 2610:00—11:00 AM21 Main Meeting RoomSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Booked
Booked
Friday, April 2611:00—11:45 AMMain FloorSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Earth Month Musical Storytime with Ruthanne Paulson!
April is Earth month! Celebrate our earth (and the moon, stars and sun too!) at Musical Storytime @ 21 Main Street. Join Ruthanne Paulson for some musical fun at the library (our 21 Main Street location!) A festive morning of fun, stories, singing, dancing…Learn More27
Saturday, April 2711:00 AM—3:00 PM20 Main Street20 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Main FloorSawyer Free Library21 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Gloucester Zine Fest
Join us for a day of artistic expression and community fun at Gloucester Zine Fest! Enjoy inspiring speakers, live music, explore and shop at zinester tables, craft your own zine, and enjoy some Holy Cow Ice Cream. All ages welcome!Are you a zinester looking to table this event? Fill out our form here.…Learn More28
Sunday, April 28Library Closed
Sunday, April 283:00—5:00 PMThe Cut177 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Making a Splash for 2025 Sawyer Free Library
Making a Splash for 2025 Sawyer Free!Get ready to vibe to the smooth sounding tunes of Moonraker, with Gloucester's own Mayor Verga on bass! Let's shake off the winter chill and dive into the warmth of local community spirit. Join us for a family friendly…Learn More29
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