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The newsletter of the Rowley Public Library
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rowley Public Library

April 2025

Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9am-7pm

Fri. & Sat. 9am-2pm

www.rowleylibrary.org

Closed 4/21

Save the date! The book donation drop-off day is Saturday, April 19, from 9am - noon. Check here for a list of accepted items.

Spring Book Sale is May 2/3. We need volunteers! Sign up HERE.

 

Adult Programs


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Book Clubs

 
 

Ongoing Programs

 

Featured Artists:


April display: local artist Lisa Weagle

Lisa Weagle is an Ipswich native. These painting are done on canvas using acrylics except for the dog portrait which is painted on wood with acrylics.


In the Display Case: The Grange

The Grange is a fraternal organization, founded in 1867, and our local Rowley Grange was chartered in 1897. The Grange was the first fraternal organization to be founded and chartered that allowed women and youth to be members and granted all the privileges of membership including voting rights and holding office within the organization. The display will present some of the roles that the Grange plays in our community, yesterday, today, and a look at the future, as well as their interests in Community, Agricultural Education, Education, Legislation, and Youth. Come learn some local history and find out what the Grange is all about!



Would you like to share your art or collectibles with others?

We have been proud to show off so many local artists and collectors in the past! If you would be interested in displaying your work, hobby, or interest in the future, either on our walls or in our display case, please contact us.

Free with your library card: Museum Pass Discounts

 
 
 

Reading Challenges

 

Looking for a way to motivate you and your little one to read more? The 1000 Books Before Kindergarten is the perfect way to keep track of the books you enjoy and keep you looking for more great material to read. There are certificates and prizes to keep you motivated along the way!


Click here to sign up for our monthly newsletter with recommendations from the Children's librarians for picture books and parenting resources!

APRIL KIDS PROGRAMMING

April Passive Programming:


Each month in the Children's Room, you'll be able to participate in a themed scavenger hunt for a special bookmark and a guessing game to win a prize!


April's theme is all about NOSTALGIA! When you need a break from the cold weather, stop by to check out our April Book Displays! This month, we explore Nostalgia with picture books Sarah & Megan enjoyed as kids, a display for those who like “Dog Man”, and a display of Easter books!



Teens can stop by to check out displays on books that feature music, and on the spinning display, books Sarah read as a teen!



Kids Guessing Game: A little bunny went and left all their carrots in our jar! We’d like to return them, but we need to know how many are in the jar! Could you help us by giving it your best guess?

5 years & younger | 6 to 12 years. April 1st to April 30th.



iSpy Game: April showers bring May flowers! But don’t miss out on playing in the rain once and a while! Walk around the room and see if you can find all of our rainy day things! One prize per month. April 1st to April 30th.  



Teen Guessing Game: We’ll thank you berry much for helping us figure out how many ‘blueberries’ are in our jar! Give it your best guess! Prizes will be awarded to the two closest guesses. For tweens & teens ages 11 – 18, April 1st to April 30th.

APRIL TEEN PROGRAMMING

 
Not sure what to read? Let us help!
If you're a teen between the ages of 13 and 18 and you have trouble figuring out what to read next, the Youth Services Department has a solution for you!

The YA LitCrate is a mystery box filled with books and goodies for you to enjoy! All you have to do is fill out a form to let us know what you enjoy reading, and we'll give you a call when it's ready to pick up.

The books and box must be returned, but the gifts inside are yours to keep!

Interested in participating? Look at our website here for more information on how to get your LitCrate!

DID YOU KNOW...
 

RPL has their own Teen Newsletter!

The Teen Times comes out monthly and features books, films, and activities for kids ages 11 to 18!


You can pick up a paper copy in the YA area of the library, or you can click here to get a version direct to your email each month.


April's Teen Newsletter Theme: Music

Interested in learning more about Rowley Public Library's Youth Services Department?


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