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Monday 9am - 9pm Tuesday 9am - 9pm Wednesday 9am - 9pm Thursday 9am - 9pm Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 5pm Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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https://salempl.org The Children's Room, mezzanine stacks, and Reference Room close 15 minutes early.

Salem Public Library is located in the Historic District of Salem, Massachusetts and is part of the North of Boston Library Exchange (NOBLE), a consortium of 25 public and academic libraries in the surrounding area.

10/29/2026

Pequeñas Raíces es un encuentro mensual, cálido e informal, que se celebra en la Biblioteca Pública de Salem y ha sido creado especialmente para familias y/o niños de habla hispana (Español). Es un espacio para conectar con otras personas y celebrar el idioma y la cultura a través de la conversación y la construcción de comunidad. Ya sea que busquen conocer a otras familias, ayudar a sus hijos a mantener su conexión con el español o simplemente disfrutar de un ambiente acogedor, ¡les damos la bienvenida!

Pequeñas Raíces is a warm, informal monthly gathering at the Salem Public Library created especially for Spanish-speaking families and/or children. It’s a space to connect with others and celebrate language and culture through conversation and community-building. Whether you’re looking to meet other families, help your child stay connected to Spanish, or simply enjoy a welcoming environment, we welcome you!

November 7, 2026, 12:00-1:00 pm | 7 de noviembre, 12:00-1:00 pm

10/29/2026

Don't miss what's happening at the library this coming Monday:

10:00 am - Tell Me a Cuento - a bilingual (English/Spanish) storytime for ages 18 months-5 years with caregiver
7:30 pm - Yoga for Every_Body for adults ages 18+

Register online for events at salempl.org/calendar

10/28/2026

The library will be closed on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Our book drop will be available for returns during the closure.

10/28/2026

Come sing and dance with MaryBeth Maes at Music & Movement on Thursday, November 5 at 10:00 am! We'll use scarves, bubbles, musical instruments and more. Great for ages 2+ and their caregiver(s), but families with children of all ages are welcome! *Please register separately for every date you plan to attend*

Presented by the CFCE of the North Shore. (The CFCE is funded by the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant funded by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care, awarded to the Peabody Public Schools.)

10/27/2026

Get thready to have some fun! We'll learn how to mend holes and reinforce weak spots in socks & other knitted fabric. Please bring a clean practice sock, as well as something small-ish, round and hard (like an apple) to place inside the sock for darning.

Thursday, November 12, 6:30-8:00 pm
Open to adults (18+)
Register online at salempl.org/calendar

10/27/2026

Our September book club was rescheduled for November! Join us on Thursday, November 19 at 7:00 pm to chat about Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson. Copies are available to borrow at the Salem Public Library.

Register online at salempl.org/calendar for events or sign up for our Book Club mailing list.

10/26/2026

NEW PROGRAM: Yoga for Every_Body! Starting next Monday at 7:30pm, join Olivia in an energizing yoga flow intended for all levels of experience. Experienced and new students alike are welcome! For adults ages 18+. Registration required. Visit salempl.org/calendar

10/26/2026

Here is what's happening at the library on Friday:

10:00 am - Jammin' with Jessica for ages 0-5 with caregiver(s)

Register online at salempl.org/calendar

10/25/2026

Here is what's happening at the library this coming Thursday:

7:30 pm - Silent Book Club for adults ages 18+

Registration is not required for this event. You can view our full calendar of events online at salempl.org/calendar

Address

370 Essex Street
Salem, MA
01970

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 9pm
Tuesday	9am - 9pm
Wednesday	9am - 9pm
Thursday	9am - 9pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+19787440860

Website

https://salempl.org/

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