Adopt-a-Ghost, all month long, Parlin/Shute. Stop by the adult circulation desk at either the Parlin or Shute Library and adopt a ghost companion. It is simple: check out at least one book, choose your ghost, and take your new spooky friend home! Hurry, these ghosts won’t haunt the libraries forever! One ghost per reader. Adopt-a-Ghost is generously funded by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries.
Parlin Adult and Teens
Gaming Club Parlin YA Room. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3pm. Join us for board games and video games at the library! Bring your own or play what we have here. For ages 12 and up.
Yarn Club Parlin Fireplace Room. Tuesday, October 6th at 7pm. Come chit chat and stitch! Bring your crocheting, knitting, or any other yarn craft and sit and socialize with other members of the crafting community. Recommended for ages 14-109! The first Tuesday of every month is Beginner Crochet Day, where we will be making a new beginner-friendly crochet project each month. Yarn and crochet tools will be provided by the library, so just bring yourself and get ready to make something new!
Salem Witch Hysteria, Parlin Meeting Room, October 7th at 3:30. History comes with the Delvina Theatre Company’s dramatization of the true stories of the Salem Witch Hysteria. In Salem, Massachusetts in 1692, approximately 168 men and women were accused of practicing witchcraft, 20 were executed. As a member of the jury you will be on the guilt or innocence of Susannah Martin. Supported by the Everett Cultural Council, part of the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
Connolly Center Book Group, Connolly Center Meeting Room. Thursday, October 8th at 12pm. From the indie rock sensation, Michelle Zauner in Crying in H Mart, tells an unforgettable memoir about family, food, grief, love, and growing up Korean American—“in losing her mother and cooking to bring her back to life, Zauner became herself” (NPR) See Kathleen for copies on her twice monthly visits, or call the Parlin (617) 394 2300 or Shute (617) 394 2308 libraries.
Silent Book Club Fresco Room. Saturday, October 10th, from 12-2pm. Join the Silent Book Club, a unique book club where we enjoy quiet reading. Settle into a cozy space with a book, or choose one from our selections, and enjoy an hour or two of uninterrupted reading alongside fellow book lovers. No pressure, no discussions – perfect for those seeking a peaceful escape or motivation to turn the next page. Cozy vibes and reads will be provided. All are welcome!
Parlin Childrens
Lego Club. Parlin Children’s Room. Mondays from 3-5pm. Come to the Children’s Room after school on Mondays for some free-building lego fun. Open to all ages. Children under 6 years old must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.
Storytime and Singalong with Karen, Parlin Children’s Room. Wednesday, October 7th at 11am. Join us for a fun-filled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages 0-6.
Creative Drama Class. Parlin Children’s Room. Wednesdays at 3pm. Do you have a drama queen or king at home? Explore, create and get dramatic with this fun interpretive program for kids ages 6-14.
Tune In: Music Class at the Library! Parlin Meeting Room. Thursday, October 1st from 3-4:30pm. Join us for a fun and interactive music class where you’ll learn to read music and sing! We’ll play games, try out cool exercises, and have a great time making music together. No experience needed—just bring your voice and get ready to have fun! This program is recommended for ages 10-14. Materials for this program have been generously provided by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries.
Story Time Adventures with Mrs. McAuliffe Parlin Craft Room. Fridays at 11:00 am. Join Mrs. McAuliffe for our enchanting Story Time! You will be whisked away on magical adventures through the pages of your favorite books. Bring a friend or make a new one in our circle of friends. Suggested ages 0-6
Origami Club. Parlin Fireplace Room. Saturday, October 10th at 12pm. Learn how to fold paper animals of all kinds! Open to all ages and abilities. Paper and instruction will be provided.
Shute Adult and Teens
Golden Minds: Play, Create, Connect, Shute Meeting Room, Monday, October 5th at 10am. Join us for our monthly senior social at the Shute Library! Enjoy books, puzzles, crafts, and games with friends in a fun and welcoming environment. Stay engaged and connect with your peers! No registration required. This event is open to ages 55-109! Games are generously supplied by the Council of the Aged.
Ready Player One Games, Shute Meeting Room, October 7th at 2:30 PM. Level up your Wednesdays with our ultimate gaming hangout! Grab your friends and dive into fun Nintendo Switch and PlayStation games whether you’re racing, battling, or teaming up for co-op fun, there’s something for everyone. No registration required. Recommended for ages 11 and up. This program will run every Wednesday from 2:30 to 4:30 PM unless otherwise noted on our online calendar.
Craft Circle, Shute Meeting Room. Thursday, October 8th at 5:30 PM. Join Shute’s Craft Circle, a creative open space with a relaxed, welcoming space for artists and crafters of all levels to work, connect, and get inspired! Bring your own craft and socialize with a community of makers! Open to ages 14 and up, no registration required.
Shute Children’s
Storytime at the Shute Shute Children’s Room. Mondays at 10 AM and Tuesdays at 12 PM. What’s better than a good story? Sharing it with friends! Join Miss Val at the Shute Library for Fairytale Fun!
Master Builders: Lego Free-play: Shute Children’s Room. Thursdays from 3-5PM. Free-play session with Legos and other building blocks. Bring a buddy, or make a new one, as you explore your imagination brick by brick! We provide the space and the materials to let your vision take shape. What will you create?
Spintronics – Stem Free-Play Join us at the Shute Memorial Library every Friday afternoon from 2:30 – 4:30 PM for a STEM-based free-play session. Try “Spintronics,” and use mechanical circuits to solve puzzles, or try “Bridge or Bust,” and see if you can build a bridge large enough to span the distance and sturdy enough to hold the weight. Both games will test (and expand) your ability to solve problems creatively. Will you rise to the challenge? For Ages 8 and up. Registration is not required.