The library will be closed Monday, January 20th, for Martin Luther King Day

Memorial Hall Library

Upcoming Adult Programs

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The Life & Work of Mill Girls on Zoom

Friday, January 17, 2025 - 2:00pm

Follow the journey of a mill girl from her family farm in the New England countryside to her new job operating a loom in Lowell’s Boott Cotton Mills in this virtual program.

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James Grippando

Bestselling Author James Grippando on Zoom

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 - 7:00pm

Author James Grippando will discuss his new legal thriller, Grave Danger.

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James Grippando is a New York Times bestselling author with more than thirty books to his credit, including...Read more

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Watercolor Workshop with Pixie Yates

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 - 7:00pm

Join Pixie Yates for an evening of watercolor painting!

The project for this workshop is TBD.

Pixie Yates is an NYC and MA-based artist, designer, illustrator, and educator. Inspired by urban life, everyday objects, and the natural world,...Read more

Frozen River

Book of the Month Discussion

Thursday, January 23, 2025 - 2:00pm

Want to discuss Memorial Hall Library’s Book of the Month pick? Join library staff in the Activity Room for a conversation about this month's featured title, The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon.Read more

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All Abilities Activity- Coloring

Thursday, January 23, 2025 - 4:00pm

Choose from a variety of coloring sheets- something for every skill and interest level. Colored pencils, pens, markers and crayons will be available.

This event is intended for adults of all abilities. Whether you're coming alone or with friends,...Read more

Scott Turow and Alafair Burke

Bestselling Authors Scott Turow & Alafair Burke on Zoom

Thursday, January 23, 2025 - 7:00pm

Bestselling authors Scott Turow (Presumed Guilty) and Alafair Burke (The Note) will discuss their newest thrillers, in conversation with Dwyer Murphy, editor-in-chief of CrimeReads.

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Scott Turow, a writer and...Read more

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Sunday Concert: Singular

Sunday, January 26, 2025 - 2:30pm

Join us for a musical performance from Singular, featuring pianist Terri Kelley and vocalist Bill Donelan, featuring songs from the Great American Songbook.

This concert will feature songs by such composers and lyricists as George and Ira Gershwin, Ned...Read more

Courageous Conversations Study Group: Reparations for African Americans

Monday, January 27, 2025 - 5:00pm

Have you been hearing the word reparations more often? Would you like to learn more about why some are calling for reparations for African Americans?

Join us for a four-week study group.

We will explore together why people...Read more

Fiona Davis

Author Talk with Fiona Davis on Zoom

Monday, January 27, 2025 - 7:00pm

Author Fiona Davis will discuss her new historical fiction novel, The Stolen Queen.

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Fiona Davis is the New York Times bestselling author of several novels, including The Spectacular, The...Read more

Katherine Ramsland

Encounters with Killers with True Crime Author Katherine Ramsland on Zoom

Monday, January 27, 2025 - 7:00pm

Dr. Katherine Ramsland, true crime author and professor of forensic psychology, recounts her most memorable interactions with serial killers, describing how they shaped her career. A Pied Piper, two Coed Killers, a Candy Man’s handyman, and BTK, among others, have...Read more

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