April 21st at 3pm Learn to use basic shape construction and simple line techniques to create imaginative Mythical Creatures! No prior drawing experience needed in this follow-along program. Supplies needed are simple pencil, paper and eraser! This class is taught by artist Corinne Roberts. This class will be held on Zoom, registration required. Ages 11-18
5 years ago the quiet town of Fairview, Connecticut was rocked by a murder-suicide involving two teenagers. 17 year old Pippa Fitz-Amobi, however, doesn’t believe that Sal Singh actually murdered his girlfriend, Andie Bell, and then killed himself days later. So when it’s time to declare her senior capstone project, she decides to investigate and […]
In this interactive writing workshop, attendees will learn to: Identify the 3 Cs (Character, Conflict and Context) in the stories around them Apply the 3 Cs in planning their own story Develop an original scene based on the 3 Cs This class is for ages 11-18 and will be held over Zoom. About Chris: Chris […]
We’re excited to partner with the Haverhill Youth Advisory Council on this amazing event! To support their efforts, we have created lists for children, teens, and adults featuring diverse voices. View the video below or click the links to view the lists (you can click on the book cover to request it through our catalog!). […]
Thirsty Mermaids is the latest graphic novel from writer/artist Kat Leyh (Snapdragon, Lumberjanes). This book starts with three tipsy mermaids who have run out of beer and decide that in order to get more, they should conjure themselves some legs and head to dry land. After a night of debauchery in a human bar, they […]
This online class teaches the fundamentals of chess as a strategy game that is the most popular game in the world. In one hour you will learn the basics of playing chess including: Setting up the chess men Using the pawns Chess pieces and how they move to win Special moves Ten tips for playing […]
Comic books are not just fun to read – they can be incredible gateways for learning about the world! Massachusetts-based graphic novel writer Jason Viola (Science Comics: Polar Bears and Science Comics: The Digestive System) fills his comics with humorous situations, endearing characters, and a lifelong fascination with science. Join Jason for a behind-the-scenes look at how […]
There are so many fantastic graphic novels available about the Black experience, featuring Black protagonists, and written by Black creators. Check out a sample of titles below for adults, teens, and children. Click on the image to request it! Adult
Kieron Gillen’s Die is like Dungeons & Dragons meets Jumanji. In 1991, six friends Solomon, Dominic, Matt, Angela, Chuck, and Isabelle gather to play a roleplaying game. Solomon, the designated game master, reveals that he has created a new game for them to play. They all create their characters and choose a die. Suddenly, they […]
We’re challenging high school students to read 100 books before graduation! Students can join at any time during their high school career. Participants are encouraged to read whatever they want, but it’s also good to try new things as well! Try a genre you don’t usually go for, read some non-fiction, listen to an audiobook, […]
