Check out these adult events happening in March!
3/1 | 10am-12pm | Friday Flicks
Join us Friday mornings for a movie! In honor of Women’s History Month, this month we are showing movies featuring impressive women! Today we watch A League of Their Own (1992), starring Geena Davis.
3/4 | 6-7:30pm | English (ESL) Conversation Circle
Would you like to practice your English with native speakers in a relaxed and informal environment? Join us for a friendly chat–Monday evenings at 6 pm.
3/5 | 7-8pm | The Real Score — Unraveling Myths About Trans People In Sports (VIRTUAL)
In this presentation, we will explore the complex and often misunderstood world of transgender athletes in sports. Delving into the history and current controversies, we will address the myths and misinformation surrounding “biological advantages.” We also discuss the discriminatory nature of recent sports bans targeting transgender individuals. We will interrogate how similar arguments have been historically used to marginalize other minority groups. We will look at the real world impact of these sports bans, and how they might touch places you didn’t think about. Finally, we’ll put it all together and hopefully leave having learned a little about what transgender inclusion means for society at large.
Erin Reed (she/her) is a transgender journalist based in Washington, D.C.. She tracks LGBTQ+ legislation around the United States for her subscription newsletter, “Erin In The Morning.” Her work has been cited by the AP, Reuters, The New York Times, The Washington Post, and many more major media outlets. You can follow her on twitter and tiktok @ErinInTheMorn.
Sponsored by a collaboration of Massachusetts libraries.
RECORDING NOTE: This program will NOT be recorded.
3/6 | 6:30-8pm | Fiber Arts Group
Calling all fiber artists! Bring your current project and work on it in the company of other fiber arts enthusiasts.
3/8 | 10am-12pm | Friday Flicks
Join us Friday mornings for a movie! In honor of Women’s History Month, this month we are showing movies featuring impressive women! Today we watch Hidden Figures (2016), starring Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, and Janelle Monáe.
3/8 | 10am-12pm | SAORI Weaving
SAORI weaving is a contemporary improvisational weaving from Japan. It is based on Zen principle of spontaneity and simplicity. There are no mistakes in SAORI. We embrace any accidental issues as “Happy Accidents.” Mihoko Wakabayashi, a Japan native and an owner of SAORI Worcester, the first SAORI studio in the U.S., has taught many people of all ages and abilities in her studio and at a variety of organizations and festivals for over 20 years.
In this 30 min. workshop, you will learn how to weave weft (horizontal thread) with a shuttle on pre-set warp on a floor loom. You may make a small placemat, a table centerpiece, or wall art. No experience necessary. Bring your curiosity, play with your creativity, and enjoy the moment!
If you are not able to use pedals, don’t worry! We have a hand switcher to change a shed. Just let us know when you sign up. Register here.
Note: This program will consist of 4 30-minute time slots, one time slot per person.
3/11 | 6-7:30pm | English (ESL) Conversation Circle
Would you like to practice your English with native speakers in a relaxed and informal environment? Join us for a friendly chat–Monday evenings at 6 pm.
3/12 | 10am-12pm | Classic Matinees: Mystery and Intrigue
Join us for classic films featuring mystery and intrigue. Today we watch The Suspect (1944) starring Charles Laughton.
3/13 | 6-7 PM | Rainbow Soap Making
Join us for rainbow soap making!
Each participant will make their own fun and quirky rainbow soap using a glycerin based soap, colorful soap cubes, color, cosmetic glitter and a variety of scents. Please note: participants must be in attendance by 6:00 pm sharp in order to hear important safety information before the workshop begins!
Workshop led by Kulina Folk Art. Registration for this event is now closed.
3/14 | 5:30-8:30pm | Game Night
Join us Thursdays for a night of board games at Haverhill Public Library! Strategy games, abstract games, filler games, complex and non complex alike, come and try out whatever you like. Feel free to bring your own games! All experience levels are welcome, as are families.
Sponsored by Essex County Gamers MeetUp Group.
3/15 | 10am-12pm | Friday Flicks
Join us Friday mornings for a movie! In honor of Women’s History Month, this month we are showing movies featuring impressive women! Today we watch Moana (2016).
3/17 | 1:30-4:30 | Sunday Screening: The Two Towers (Rescheduled from January)
Come enjoy an adult screening of The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers.
3/18 | 6-7:30pm | English (ESL) Conversation Circle
Would you like to practice your English with native speakers in a relaxed and informal environment? Join us for a friendly chat–Monday evenings at 6 pm.
3/18 | 6-7:30pm | Papercrafting and Card Making
A card making and paper crafting class for beginners as well as those with stamping and papercrafting experience.
We will be creating projects such as multi layered cards, bookmarks and 3-D Items, using several techniques including stamping, die cutting, and embossing.
Workshop led by Ruth Tinkham. Join the waitlist here.
3/19 | 10am-12pm | Classic Matinees: Mystery and Intrigue
Join us for classic films featuring mystery and intrigue. Today we watch Laura (1944) starring Dana Andrews and Gene Tierney.
3/19 | 7-8pm | Democracy Talks: Child Removal in the U.S. (VIRTUAL)
Learn about two current realities of child removal in the United States: the separation of migrant families at U.S. borders and the racial biases and corruption in U.S. foster care and adoption systems.
Panelists:
Roxanna Asgarian is a journalist and author of We Were Once A Family: A Story of Love, Death, and Child Removal in America.
Jessica Chicco is the Director of the New Americans Initiative at MIRA (Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy Coalition).
Cheryl Aguilar, LCSW, is the Founding Director of Hope Center for Wellness and doctoral student at Smith College School of Social Work. She specializes in working with immigrants and refugees.
This program is presented with Watertown Free Library. Register here.
3/20 | 6:30-8pm | Fiber Arts Group
Calling all fiber artists! Bring your current project and work on it in the company of other fiber arts enthusiasts.
3/21 | 5:30-8:30pm | Game Night
Join us Thursdays for a night of board games at Haverhill Public Library! Strategy games, abstract games, filler games, complex and non complex alike, come and try out whatever you like. Feel free to bring your own games! All experience levels are welcome, as are families.
Sponsored by Essex County Gamers MeetUp Group.
3/22 | 10am-12pm | Friday Flicks
Join us Friday mornings for a movie! In honor of Women’s History Month, this month we are showing movies featuring impressive women! Today we watch The Woman King (2022).
3/23 | 11am-12:30pm | Basics of Microsoft Word
Join us for an introductory class on Microsoft Word. Learn how to create text-based documents, as well as how to complete simple actions like saving, opening, and printing documents.
Led by HPL Staff. Register here.
3/25 | 6-7:30pm | English (ESL) Conversation Circle
Would you like to practice your English with native speakers in a relaxed and informal environment? Join us for a friendly chat–Monday evenings at 6 pm.
3/26 | 10am-12pm | Classic Matinees: Mystery and Intrigue
Join us for classic films featuring mystery and intrigue. Today we watch Gaslight (1944) starring Ingrid Bergman and Charles Boyer.
3/26 | 6-7pm | Planning for Medicare: Countdown to 65
Join us to learn more about Planning for Medicare!
Led by a Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts representative, this presentation is geared towards individuals approaching Medicare Eligibility. Topics covered include health insurance information outside of employer sponsored coverage, such as an explanation of Medicare, the Medicare enrollment timeline, Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans and programs available to early retirees, and COBRA. Register here.
3/27 | 2-3pm | Learn How To Play The Ukulele (Adults)
Want to try an instrument that is fun and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as she shows the fundamentals of ukulele playing. No experience necessary. Ukuleles provided.
Please note– if you have your own ukulele, please feel free to drop in! No registration required.
24 ukuleles will be provided for those without instruments and registration is required to reserve an instrument. Register here.
*Can’t make this time? We have another session scheduled Wednesday April 10th from 6-7pm!*
3/28 | 10-11am | Paint Your Own Flower Pot
Celebrate the arrival of Spring by painting your own teeny flower pot!
Because they are so cute and teeny, everyone will get two pots to paint. You’ll have the option of taking your pots home unsealed, or we can seal them for you with an acrylic sealer after the paint dries (you can pick up your pot in a day or two).
Led by HPL Staff. Join the waitlist here.
3/28 | 5:30-8:30pm | Game Night
Join us Thursdays for a night of board games at Haverhill Public Library! Strategy games, abstract games, filler games, complex and non complex alike, come and try out whatever you like. Feel free to bring your own games! All experience levels are welcome, as are families.
Sponsored by Essex County Gamers MeetUp Group.
3/28 | 6:30-7:30pm | How To Focus On The Positive In Your Life & Thrive In 2024
Motivational speaker and interactive storyteller Scott Maloney will deliver his keynote presentation, “I Am.” Those two little words are the preamble to the most powerful phrase in the world. Scott will share methods to maintaining focus on positive energy and avoiding negative thoughts in difficult situations, while learning from the past and preventing future mistakes. Scott is the author of Lean on Me: A Story of Hope, Healing and Holding On. A survivor of a near fatal traumatic brain injury, Scott was declared brain dead and endured a 23-day coma, a craniectomy and repeated surgeries, and years of physical and speech therapy. His inspiring story promises to leave an impact on you.
About Scott: Scott’s been a comedian, teacher, television reporter and for almost 20 years, he’s been a motivational speaker, sharing stories throughout the country.
Sponsored by the Haverhill Cultural Council and Massachusetts Cultural Council. Register here.
3/29 | 10am-12pm | Friday Flicks
Join us Friday mornings for a movie! In honor of Women’s History Month, this month we are showing movies featuring impressive women! Today we watch Respect (2021).