Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
Thursday, February 110:30 AM—4:00 PMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
AARP Free Tax Preparation (by appointment)
Free AARP-sponsored Tax Prep. This program is open to taxpayers of all ages. AARP membership is not required. Please contact the Council on Aging at (978) 887-1523 to inquire about an appointment.
2
Friday, February 210:30—11:30 AMZoom
VIRTUAL - A History of Boston's Long Black Freedom Struggle
Author Zebulon Vance Miletsky will discuss recent book, "Before Busing: A History of Boston's Long Black Freedom Struggle. " "Before Busing" tells the story of the men and women who struggled and demonstrated to make school desegregation a reality in Boston.…Learn More
3
4
Sunday, February 4Closed
Topsfield Town Library
5
Monday, February 511:30 AM—12:00 PMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
Wonderful Ones
A lapsit group for babies aged newborn to 18 months.
Come join us as we read simple board books, sing some songs, including lap bounces, finger play songs, tickles, and hugs. There will be lots of movement, stories, and loads of fun!
Space is very limited.…Learn MoreMonday, February 52:00—3:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL - Job Search Help: Look & Feel Your Best For Your Job Interview
Imagine stepping easily into the best version of yourself. Imagine being able to grab the attention of your audience when you show up in a meeting or interview in less than 8 seconds. Imagine showing your value in a poised and confident way. And imagine being authentic to yourself while you engage with others that may want to hire you.…Learn More
Monday, February 57:00—8:00 PMZoom
Virtual: Effective Grassroots Movements that Impact Voting Rights with Professor Rachael V. Cobb
What does it take to take a Grassroots idea to a movement which can have significant impact on voting and elections? Join us for this virtual panel discussion to see how that happens and what you can do to be part of that movement!This will be a Virtual program held on Zoom, and partnered with the Ashland Public Library.…Learn More6
Tuesday, February 612:30—1:30 PMZoom
VIRTUAL - Safe Harbor: A Visit with the Boston African American National Historic Site
During the years preceding the American Civil War, Boston served as one of the most important stops on the Underground Railroad. Did you know that many of the fugitives escaping from enslavement came to Boston by stowing away on ships from southern ports? Explore the untold stories of men and women making daring escapes to freedom through Boston Harbor.…Learn More
Tuesday, February 61:00—4:00 PMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
Mahjongg
Drop-in Mahjongg! All levels welcome! No sign-up necessary. Questions? Email Jean at: ttlmahjongg@gmail. com
Tuesday, February 65:00—6:30 PMTopsfield RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
Craft and Chat
Are you embroidering, crocheting, sewing, or knitting something? Bring your project to the library and chat with other textile crafters while you work!Bring your current project to the library to work in the company of fellow crafters. This is a drop-in program, come when you can, leave when you need.…Learn More7
Wednesday, February 710:30—11:30 AMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
CFCE of the North Shore - Music and Movement Playgroup
Coordinated Family Community Engagement (CFCE) manages and runs this fun event! Music and movement are important at every stage of a child’s development and can be brought together in this fun, interactive program. CFCE's programs include music with activities to further refine children's fine and gross motor skills.…Learn More8
Thursday, February 810:30 AM—4:00 PMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
AARP Free Tax Preparation (by appointment)
Free AARP-sponsored Tax Prep. This program is open to taxpayers of all ages. AARP membership is not required. Please contact the Council on Aging at (978) 887-1523 to inquire about an appointment.
9
10
Saturday, February 1010:00—11:30 AMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
Topsfield Memory Cafe
Indoor Memory Cafe hosted by the Rest Stop Ranch
Saturday, February 1010:00—11:00 AMZoom
Virtual - Author and Historian Toni Mount Discusses "How to Survive in Medieval England"
Before the understanding of sterilization techniques, the FDA, even the importance of clean drinking water, millions survived through Medieval England. Some even survived into their 80s and 90s! How did they do it? Join author and historian, Toni Mount, as she discusses how it was done and what we would need to do if time travel ever became a thing and we had an opportunity to travel back.…Learn More11
Sunday, February 11Closed
Topsfield Town Library
12
Monday, February 1211:30 AM—12:00 PMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
Wonderful Ones
A lapsit group for babies aged newborn to 18 months.
Come join us as we read simple board books, sing some songs, including lap bounces, finger play songs, tickles, and hugs. There will be lots of movement, stories, and loads of fun!
Space is very limited.…Learn MoreMonday, February 122:00—3:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL - Job Search Help: 3 Questions You Should Ask Yourself When Networking
How many informational interviews have you been on and then nothing happens? How often do you ask friends to keep their eye open for a job opportunity and don't anything? Sometimes it's really difficult for others to help you if you aren't clear or specific.…Learn More
13
Tuesday, February 13Closed
Topsfield Town Library
Tuesday, February 1312:30—1:30 PMZoom
VIRTUAL - The Internment of Japanese Americans: A Visit with the FDR Presidential Library
Following the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, people on the West Coast worried that members of the region’s large Japanese American community might be working with Japan’s military to plan acts of sabotage. This presentation explores the backlash endured by Japanese Americans as the nation prepared for war.…Learn More
Tuesday, February 131:00—4:00 PMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
CANCELED 2/13: Mahjongg
Drop-in Mahjongg! All levels welcome! No sign-up necessary. Questions? Email Jean at: ttlmahjongg@gmail. com
Tuesday, February 135:00—6:45 PMTopsfield RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
BOLT Meeting - POSTPONED
BOLT Meeting - Board of Library Trustees meeting will be postponed from 2/13/24 to 2/26/24 due to the inclement weather.
Tuesday, February 135:30—6:30 PMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
POSTPONED UNTIL 2/27: Claimed Their Freedom
During the Revolutionary Era, enslaved people claimed their own freedom through court suits, joining the Army, running away, and simply claiming their freedom. Through their actions, they extended Revolutionary political freedom to personal freedom for all.…Learn More14
Wednesday, February 1410:00 AM—12:00 PMTopsfield RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
Friends of the Topsfield Library Monthly Meeting
The Friends of the Topsfield Library meet on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. They do not meet in July or August.…Learn More
Wednesday, February 1410:30—11:30 AMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
Mini Movers Studio Dance & Movement Class
Join Mini Movers Studio each month for a fun themed dance and movement class! Perfect for ages 2 to 5. Caregivers are required to remain with children throughout program. Funded by the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement grant from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care awarded to Peabody Public Schools to serve families from Beverly, Boxford, Danvers, Marblehead, Middleton, Peabody, Salem, Swampscott, and Topsfield.Wednesday, February 1410:30—11:30 AMZoom
VIRTUAL - Sight & Sound: The Integration of Montage & Music in American Film
Having motion pictures be accompanied by music has been a tradition in Hollywood that goes back to the silent film era when pianos and organs were commonplace in theaters. Movie directors working closely with composers, have continually attempted to enhance the audience involvement and enjoyment of their films by adding musical scores and specific motifs that help us identify with particular characters or which add an atmospheric tone to certain scenes.…Learn More
15
Thursday, February 1510:30 AM—4:00 PMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
AARP Free Tax Preparation (by appointment)
Free AARP-sponsored Tax Prep. This program is open to taxpayers of all ages. AARP membership is not required. Please contact the Council on Aging at (978) 887-1523 to inquire about an appointment.
Thursday, February 1510:30—11:30 AMZoom
VIRTUAL - Creative Couples of Paris: Elisabeth Le Brun & Elizabeth Gardner
Élisabeth Le Brun, the renown court painter to Marie Antoinette, was forced to flee into exile for 12 years during the French Revolution, while her husband remained in Paris to become a curator of Napoleon’s Museum, formerly the Louvre. Elizabeth Gardner, an American artist from New Hampshire, also painted in Paris, but 80 years after Le Brun and, after a 17-year engagement, married the leading French academic painter in Paris, William Bouguereau.…Learn More
16
Friday, February 1610:00—11:00 AMZoom
VIRTUAL - Understanding the Voting Behavior of Young People
Learn what the research says about why some young people vote and others do not? Led by Dr. Bobbi Gentry, Associate Professor of Political Science at Bridgewater College. Gentry earned her master’s and Ph. D. degrees from the City University of New York in political science with an emphasis in political psychology.…Learn More
17
Saturday, February 1710:00—11:30 AMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
Select Board Community Listening Session
From 10:00-11:30AM, one to two Select Board members will be at the Town Library in an open forum format and give residents a chance to share thoughts and ideas and to ask any questions.
There is no set agenda, just a chance to communicate with your elected Town officials.…Learn More
18
Sunday, February 18Closed
Topsfield Town Library
19
Monday, February 19Closed
Topsfield Town Library
20
Tuesday, February 2012:30—1:30 PMZoom
VIRTUAL - Historic Cities & Alpine Vistas: Armchair Travel To Switzerland
Walk through the medieval, yet modern, lakeside cities of Zurich and Lucerne, and along the cobbled streets and ancient arcades of the World Heritage city of Bern. Take the rapid train to Lauterbrunnen Valley with its soaring rock faces and thundering waterfalls.…Learn More
Tuesday, February 201:00—4:00 PMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
Mahjongg
Drop-in Mahjongg! All levels welcome! No sign-up necessary. Questions? Email Jean at: ttlmahjongg@gmail. com
Tuesday, February 205:00—6:30 PMTopsfield RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
Craft and Chat
Are you embroidering, crocheting, sewing, or knitting something? Bring your project to the library and chat with other textile crafters while you work!Come to the library with your current project to work in the company of fellow crafters. This is a drop-in program, come when you can, leave when you need.…Learn More21
Wednesday, February 21All DayActivity Room
Activity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
Giant Jenga, Giant Connect Four, and other lawn games in Activity Room
It is School Vacation Week! On Wednesday, February 21, our Activity Room will be set up with some of our most popular outdoor lawn games like Giant Jenga, Giant Connect Four, Giant Checkers, our outdoor putting green, cornhole, and more! Stop by!
22
Thursday, February 22All DayChildren's RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
Kids Take & Make Craft Kits!
We have take-home activity kits available for kids ages 4+! The kits will be in the Children's Room at 10:00 AM, and will be first come, first serve.
Please only take what you need so that everyone can participate!Thursday, February 2210:30 AM—4:00 PMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
AARP Free Tax Preparation (by appointment)
Free AARP-sponsored Tax Prep. This program is open to taxpayers of all ages. AARP membership is not required. Please contact the Council on Aging at (978) 887-1523 to inquire about an appointment.
Thursday, February 222:00—3:00 PMZoom
VIRTUAL - Author and Craftsperson Peter Bellerby Discusses "The Globemakers"
Who ISN'T fascinated by the ancient craft of Globemaking? Join Peter Bellerby, founder of Bellerby & Co. Globemakers, in this visual tour through the history of Globemaking, how it almost became a lost art, and how he is bringing it back, one beautiful hand painted globe at a time.…Learn More23
24
25
Sunday, February 25Closed
Topsfield Town Library
26
Monday, February 265:00—6:30 PMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
BOLT Meeting
February Board of Library Trustees meeting.
27
Tuesday, February 2712:30—1:30 PMZoom
VIRTUAL - Armchair Tour of the Codman Estate with Historic New England
Enjoy an armchair tour of the Codman Estate, a famous Massachusetts property preserved by Historic New England. The five generations of the Codman family to live here left their mark, and the estate that was originally a country retreat gradually came to symbolize the family's distinguished past.…Learn More
Tuesday, February 271:00—4:00 PMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
Mahjongg
Drop-in Mahjongg! All levels welcome! No sign-up necessary. Questions? Email Jean at: ttlmahjongg@gmail. com
Tuesday, February 275:30—6:30 PMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
Claimed Their Freedom: How Enslaved People Brought Freedom to Massachusetts
During the Revolutionary Era, enslaved people claimed their own freedom through court suits, joining the Army, running away, and simply claiming their freedom. Through their actions, they extended Revolutionary political freedom to personal freedom for all.…Learn More28
Wednesday, February 2810:30—11:30 AMZoom
VIRTUAL - Hydrangea Ps & Qs: Planting, pH, Pruning, Problems & Your Questions with Mass. Master Gard
This presentation addresses common issues raised about hydrangeas, including when and how to plant; how to raise or lower the soil pH to control bloom color; when and how to prune hydrangea that bloom on old wood (e. g. H macrophylla, H serrata) and new wood (e.…Learn More
Wednesday, February 287:00—8:00 PMZoom
Virtual - The Economic Response To Russia's Invasion Of Ukraine
Author and professor Christine Abely will discuss her brand new book, The Russia Sanctions: The Economic Response to Russia's Invasion of Ukraine. Learn about the international trade measures and sanctions deployed against Russia in response to its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.…Learn MoreWednesday, February 287:00—8:00 PMZoom
Virtual: Q&A with Author Katherine Howe Discussing " A True Account"
Who DOESN'T want to hear about a rollicking mystery set in the Golden Age of Piracy? We can't wait to chat with author Katherine Howe about her latest release, "A True Account: Hannah Masury’s Sojourn Amongst the Pyrates, Written by Herself" as well as her collaborative book with Anderson Cooper, her YA books, and her journey to becoming a bestselling author.…Learn More29
Thursday, February 2910:30 AM—4:00 PMActivity RoomTopsfield Town Library1 South Common St., Topsfield, MA, 01983
AARP Free Tax Preparation (by appointment)
Free AARP-sponsored Tax Prep. This program is open to taxpayers of all ages. AARP membership is not required. Please contact the Council on Aging at (978) 887-1523 to inquire about an appointment.
Thursday, February 2910:30—11:30 AMZoom
VIRTUAL - Tracking Beavers, Raccoons, Coyotes & Other Wild Mammals in Winter with Mass Audubon
Have you ever wondered what wild mammals live in your neighborhood? The barrenness of deciduous plants and the presence of snow in winter can help illuminate wildlife signs like tracks, chews, and scat. Learn to interpret the sometimes-subtle clues left behind by American Beavers, Eastern Coyotes, Raccoons, and Fishers.…Learn More
Thursday, February 297:00—8:00 PMZoom
Virtual Author Talk: Amina Akhtar and Sonali Dev In Conversation
Join the Topsfield Town Library, in partnership with other libraries across the state, for this conversation with authors Amina Akhtar and Sonali Dev! Both of these authors were selected to publish by Mindy Kaling by her imprint, Mindy’s Book Studio!REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT HERE VIA ZOOMABOUT THE AUTHORS:Amina Akhtar is a novelist and former fashion editor.…Learn More