Merry Christmas!
We hope Santa brought you some books...

... But if not, no worries! We are closed today but will resume normal hours tomorrow at 10am! We hope you have a wonderful holiday!

Giant Games!

Explore our outdoor games indoors! 

The Topsfield Library will be setting up some of our most popular giant lawn games from our Library of Things in the Library Activity Room for a day of play! Come on in and try them out! Remember, you can borrow these for family gatherings, birthday parties, or just some giant outdoor (or indoor) fun!

This week's events:

Topsfield Library events in purple (View the Topsfield Library's calendar here)

Mah jongg: Tue 12/26, 1pm-4pm: Drop-in Mah jongg. All levels welcome, no sign-up necessary.

Craft and Chat: Tue 12/26, 5pm-6:30pm: 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. Any and all crafts welcome; tables, chairs, and access to the library craft swap materials provided!

Giant Games Play Day!: Wed 12/27, ALL DAY: We're officially in winter now, but at the Topsfield Town Library...we're thinking warmer thoughts! 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!

Crafternoon for Kids: Thu 12/28, 2:00pm-3:00pm: Join us for a Crafternoon! Get creative and have fun!

Winter Storytime!

We are very excited to be offering THREE different storytimes in January! 

Storytime with Ms. Eileen will be on Tuesdays, from 10:30-11:30. All ages are welcome! For more information and to register, click here!

Terrific Twos with Ms. Noreen, for children aged between 10-36 months, will be on Thursdays, 11:30-12:00. For more information and to register, click here!

Wonderful Ones with Ms. Eileen, a lapsit group for babies aged newborn to 18 months, will be on Mondays, starting on January 22nd, from 11:30-12:00. For more information and to register, click here!

Storytime sessions run bi-monthly, so we will have a short break in February, but keep an eye on our online calendar and our Children's Room Facebook page for the next set of storytime dates!

Last Staff Picks of 2023!

Once a month we ask the Topsfield Library Staff what they are currently reading, but we also want to know their favorite books of the year so we can share them with you! Below are a few of our current reads, but stay tuned to our social media and our website for a complete list of our TOP picks after the New Year! Click here for last year's favorites!

A Woman of No Importance: The Untold Story of the American Spy Who Helped Win World War II
By Sonia Purnell

"An incredible true story of one of the most valuable spies in World War II. I had heard of this woman before (I think in a documentary) and when I found out that there was a book about her I immediately added it to my list. What a brilliant, brave, resilient, woman." -Becca's Pick!

Stress Less: A Teen's Guide to a Calm Chill Life
By Michael A. Tompkins

Written by cognitive-behavioral therapist and stress-busting expert, Michael A. Tompkins, PhD, Stress Less teaches concrete skills for managing stress and anxiety, organized into "stress domains" such as family, friends, dating, school, and tech/media. And because stress doesn't go away when teens hit adulthood, Stress Less will help readers maintain balance and calm as they deal with the ups and downs of life in the months and years to come. -Noelle's Pick!

Book of Form and Emptiness
By Ruth Ozeki

"I am currently listening to the audiobook of "The Book of Form and Emptiness" by Ruth Ozeki and enjoying it very much so far!" - Charlene's Pick