North Andover Reads, 2017 - November Programs

Stevens Memorial Library and the North Andover Public Schools are co-sponsoring the 2nd annual North Andover Reads initiative. This year’s celebration of literature is based on the theme Massachusetts Stories. By reading books about Massachusetts history, books written by Massachusetts authors, and books set here, we learn more about our State, our community, and ourselves. Special visitors and book discussions continue into November. More details can be found on the North Andover Reads website nak12.net/NAReads.

• November 1, Book Discussion: 7pm at the Stevens-Coolidge Place
The Peabody Sisters: Three Women Who Ignited American Romanticism –
Elizabeth, Mary, and Sophia of Salem are sometimes referred to as our American Brontës. They played a central role in shaping the thinking in the 1800s, the era of creative ferment known as American Romanticism.
Don't miss this lively discussion led by special guests Lorene Marx and Courtney Ahearn. Registration is requested to help plan desserts.

• November 8, “Looking for the Past: Local History Around Us”: 7pm at the North Andover Historical Society
Join Carol Majahad, Executive Director, North Andover Historical Society, for a presentation about North Andover’s beginnings. Seating is limited; registration is required.

• November 15, “Massachusetts Family History”: 7pm at the Stevens Memorial Library
Join genealogist Michael Brophy for a workshop on resources and methods for growing the branches on your family tree. Brophy, a member of the Massachusetts Genealogical Council, is a professional genealogist and heir-tracing expert. Registration is not required.

All events are free and open to everyone. For events requiring registration, use the Library’s online website calendar, visit the Library website www.StevensMemLib.org, or call the Library, 978-688-9505 ext. 42016.

Thanks to the Friends of the Stevens Memorial Library and the Trustees of the Stevens Memorial Library for funding these programs.

The Stevens Memorial Library is located at 345 Main St., North Andover, MA. The Library’s hours are Monday through Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

The North Andover Historical Society is located at 153 Academy Road, North Andover, MA. More information is available at http://www.northandoverhistoricalsociety.org/.

The Stevens-Coolidge Place is located at 137 Andover Street, North Andover, MA. More information is available at https://www.facebook.com/stevenscoolidgeplace/.