TUESDAY, JAN. 6
GROVELAND: 3B Fitness: Bones, Brains & Balance
Tuesdays
Stay active with trainer Brian Coyne in this fun and functional class that blends balance, strength, and brain games.
9 a.m., Council on Aging, Fire Station, Main St.
Cost: $5 per class
Info: 978-372-1101 / www.grovelandma.com
METHUEN: Thrift Shop Open
Monday – Thursday
Shop from a wonderful selection of clothing, shoes, household goods, and more – all at unbeatable prices.
9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St.
Info: 978-983-8825
NORTH ANDOVER: Knitting & Crocheting
Tuesdays
Yard and knitting and crochet needles are available for senior center projects.
9:30-11:30 a.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton St.
Register: 978-688-9560 / www.northandoverma.gov
HAVERHILL: Classic Matinee: 80s Cartoon Classic
Join to watch “Who Framed Roger Rabbit?” No registration required.
10 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
LAWRENCE: Chiqui Kids Club (Ages 0-5)
Tuesdays
10-11 a.m., Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St.
Registration required: 978-620-3600 / www.lawrencefreelibrary.org
HAVERHILL: Pretend & Play (Ages 2-5)
Tuesdays
Each session includes an interactive storytime and various creative play activities. Promote school readiness while bonding with your little one and meeting other families in the community.
10:15-11 a.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
HAVERHILL: Pretend & Play (Ages 2-5)
Tuesdays
Each session includes an interactive storytime and various creative play activities. Promote school readiness while bonding with your little one and meeting other families in the community.
11:15 a.m. – 12 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
METHUEN: Mah Jongg
Not sure how to play? Maybe it has been awhile? Don’t worry! This is a friendly game, and they’ll do their best to match up people with similar skill levels.
1-3 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Info: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
METHUEN: Letters about Literature Teen Drop-In (Ages 12-18)
Letters About Literature is a statewide contest that invites students to read a book of their choice, reflect on it, and write a personal letter to its author that explains the impact this work had on them.
3-4:30 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Info: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
HAVERHILL: Lego Link Up (Ages 4-11)
Tuesdays
“Link-up” with other LEGO lovers and and let your creativity flow. No registration required.
4-5 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
METHUEN: Story Solvers (Ages 8-11)
In this unique STEM program, kids create concrete solutions to storybook predicaments.
4:30-5:30 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Register: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
HAVERHILL: Networking Mixer
The Merrimack Valley Chamber’s business mixer features appetizers and door prizes. Cash bar available.
5-7 p.m., The Tap, 100 Washington St.
Cost: $10 for Chamber members, $20 for non-members
Info/register: 978-686-0900 / MerrimackValleyChamber.com
HAVERHILL: Chess Club
All ages welcome. No registration required.
6-8 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 7
HAVERHILL: Chair Yoga
Wednesdays
9 a.m., Citizen Center, 10 Welcome St.
Cost: $2 per class
Info: 978-374-2390 / www.cityofhaverhill.com
HAVERHILL: Wellness Clinic
Wednesdays
9-11 a.m., Citizen Center, 10 Welcome St.
Info: 978-374-2390 / www.cityofhaverhill.com
METHUEN: Thrift Shop Open
Monday – Thursday
Shop from a wonderful selection of clothing, shoes, household goods, and more – all at unbeatable prices.
9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St.
Info: 978-983-8825
NORTH ANDOVER: Tech Support
Do have challenges and questions about your device; smart phone, Kindle, Ipad, laptop or general computer questions? Simply make an appointment with George and he’ll get you through it.
9 a.m. – 12 p.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton St.
Register: 978-688-9560
Info: www.northandoverma.gov
HAVERHILL: Wednesday Morning Book Club
All are welcome. No registration required.
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
METHUEN: Read & Play (Ages 18 months – 4 years)
Bring your kids to enjoy stories, music, and a free-play session using a rotating array of our costumes, toys, and building materials.
10-10:45 a.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Register: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
NORTH ANDOVER: North Andover Community Support Services
Stop by the library to meet with North Andover Community Support Services.
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St.
Info: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
GROVELAND: Mystery Book Club
Join for a lively discussion about murder, mystery and whodunit.
10:45 a.m., Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main St.
Info: 978-372-1732 / www.langleyadamslib.org
HAVERHILL: Baby Boogie (Ages 2-6)
Wednesdays
Wiggle, rhyme, and boogie your way into fun in this engaging and exciting music class.
11-11:30 a.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
GROVELAND: Game Show Luncheon
A boxed sandwich lunch will be served at 12 p.m., and games begin at 12:30 p.m.
12 p.m., Council on Aging, Town Hall, 183 Main St.
Cost: $5 per person
RSVP required: 978-372-1101 / www.grovelandma.com
NORTH ANDOVER: Get the Facts on Crypto
This beginner-friendly class is designed for those who want to understand the basics of cryptocurrency.
12:30 p.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton St.
Register: 978-688-9560 / www.northandoverma.gov
METHUEN: Book Club
Whether you’re a seasoned reader or just looking to dive into something new, this club is perfect to connect with fellow book enthusiasts.
1 p.m., Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St.
Registration required: 978-983-8825
GROVELAND: Italian Conversation Group
Wednesdays
For anyone interested in Italian Conversation Group, email Sue at snakanishi@langleyadamslib.org.
3 p.m., Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main St.
Info: 978-372-1732 / www.langleyadamslib.org
GROVELAND: Lego Club (Grades K-6)
show off your creativity and building skills at our drop in Lego club. Build to the monthly theme, or free build.
4 p.m., Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main St.
Register: 978-372-1732 / www.langleyadamslib.org
HAVERHILL: Stories with Kona (Ages 6-18)
Hang out with Kona, the lovable golden retriever, to practice your reading skills or de-stress for a 15-min session.
4-5 p.m., by appointment, Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Registration required: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
METHUEN: Book Babble (Ages 12-18)
If you’re a fan of books and just can’t stop talking about the last one you read, Book Babble is the group for you.
4-5:30 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Register: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
METHUEN: Letters About Literature (Ages 9-11)
Letters About Literature is a statewide contest that invites students to read a book of their choice, reflect on it, and write a personal letter to its author that explains the impact this work had on them.
4-5:30 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Register: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Queering Contemplation Book Study (Online)
Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. The group will discuss “Queering Contemplation: Finding Queerness in the Roots and Future of Contemplative Spirituality” by Cassidy Hall.
4-5:30 p.m., via Zoom, Rolling Ridge Retreat and Conference Center, 660 Great Pond Road
Register for link: 978-682-8815 / www.rollingridge.org
HAVERHILL: Fiber Arts Group
Bring your current project(s) of knitting, crocheting, hand stitching, hand quilting, and embroidery, or whatever else, to work on in the company of other fiber arts enthusiasts.
6:30-8 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
ANDOVER: Nonfiction Book Club
The Nonfiction Book Group meets on the first Wednesday of the month.
7 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
METHUEN: Noche de Libros, Tertulia y Café: Club de Libros en Español
7-8:30 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Register: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org