Peabody Institute Library
September 2021
Library Hours
Mon-Thu: 9am-9pm
Fri & Sat: 9am-5pm

Beginning Sep. 12
Sundays: 1-5pm

Library Closed
Monday, Sept. 6
Delayed Opening
Wed, Sept. 1 - 10am

In order to hold our monthly staff meeting, the library will open at 10:00am on Wed., September 1.
Mask Policy

Properly worn face coverings are required in the library and all Town offices regardless of vaccination status. Thank you for your cooperation!
Summer Reading

Summer may be unofficially at an end, but our Adult Summer Reading continues through September!

No matter your age or interest, earn reading badges for chances to win our grand prize!
Children's Room

Chromebooks for Internet browsing and checking email are now available to borrow for parents and caregivers accompanying a child in the Children's Room!
Notary Services

The library has resumed offering free notary services. Fees will apply only if copies are needed.

Contact the library at
for an appointment at 978-774-0554.
24/7
Digital Library

-Archival Center 
-Audiobooks
-Auto Repair
-EBooks
-Genealogy
-Language Learning
-Magazines
-Movies & Television
-Music
-Newspapers
-Online Courses 
-Test Prep
Other Services

-Children's Services
-Library Catalog
-Notary Services
-Museums and More 
-Recipe Exchange
-Program Video Archive
Online Programs
Dog Training 101
Tue., Sept. 7 - 6:30pm

Did you welcome a new puppy, rescue, or adult dog into your family?

Join Adam Skandarani, CCUI for some tips on proper care and effective dog training. Learn about training your dog to obey simple commands, housebreaking, reactivity, the Control Unleashed program, and sports training like agility, obedience and nosework.

They will also talk about how to handle bad behavior, transitioning your pet when the time comes for you to return to work and what to look for in a dog walker.

Click here to register. 
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group

If you are unemployed, under-employed, seeking a new career, re-entering the job market or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you.

The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets two Wednesdays per month, from 9:30-11:30am, via Zoom.

Network with peers in a comfortable environment conducive to developing relationships, skills, and strategies. Each meeting features a new topic and includes a presentation, workshops, guest speakers, access to hiring managers, small group breakout rooms, and one-on-one coaching.

Registration is required only for first time attendees!

Wed., September 8:
Creating A LinkedIn Profile: The Basics

Wed., September 22:
LinkedIn: Networking Tool & Enchanced Profiles
Joy of Bird Feeding
Tue., Sept. 14 - 6:30pm

It's safe to start feeding birds again!

Looking for a way to brighten your yard and mood this winter? Become one of the 53 million Americans who feed birds as a hobby.

Scott Santino, Education Manager for Mass Audubon’s north shore region will discuss feeders, the best seed to use, the birds they’ll attract, outsmarting squirrels, and ways to encourage bird life into your yard.

Click here to register.
Biography Book Club
Mon., Sept. 20 - 6:30pm

This month: First Women: The Grace and Power of America's Modern First Ladies by Kate Andersen Brower.

Click here to register and reserve a copy.

Login info will be emailed to you on September 20.
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