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A WORD FROM THE DIRECTOR |
June kicks off the summer, and on June 13th we will have our Summer Reading Kickoff Party at the Parlin Library from 11-1, with special guests Captain America and Betsy Ross. This year's theme is Read, White, and Blue! Come by for fun and refreshments, and register for the challenge! While you're here, if you're participating in our year-long challenge, make sure to come by and get your stamp for signing up for summer reading.
If you're going to the World Cup watch party at River Green Park, stop by our table! If you're not going to the city event, you can catch some games at the Parlin Library as time permits during the tournament. (We will only be showing games that take place during library hours.)
Everett Cultural Council is sponsoring two performances for children, one at the Parlin and the other at the Shute. On June 1st, Tiny Tutti will be at the Shute and on June 2nd, Elijah T. Grasshopper will be at the Parlin. Those looking for more mature fare can come listen and learn about the roots of American music at the Parlin on June 24th.
We will be closed on June 19th and 20th in observance of Juneteenth.
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Announcing the Everett Public Libraries' 2026 Summer Reading Challenge |
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Summer Reading Challenge 2026: Read, White, & Blue!
In honor of the United States of America’s 250th birthday this July, the Everett Public Libraries have created thirteen challenges to encourage a summer full of learning and fun! Why thirteen you ask? For the original thirteen colonies of course! |
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| Join us for the Kick-Off Party Saturday, June 13th from 11am - 1pm
Join us at the ParlinMemorial Library for a fun-filled day of games and special activities as we kick off our annual Summer Reading Challenge with special guests, Captain American and Betsy Ross. In recognition of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, this year's Summer Reading Challenge will incorporate patriotic themed reading challenges. Don’t miss this fun for the whole family event! |
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Is One Challenge Not Enough? |
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It's not too late to join the Everett Public Libraries 2026 Year-Long Reading Challenge! Any books you have read from January 1st onward can earn you stamps on your bingo card. Join the challenge by grabbing your bingo card at the Parlin or Shute Memorial Library today! |
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Mushroom Growing with BVVG |
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Saturday, June 6th
| 11:30 AM Parlin Meeting Room |
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Learn how to grow your own mushrooms using limited space. We will put together, and bring home, a quart container that will grow a ton of mushrooms. This program is recommended for adults aged 18 and up. Registration is required.
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Thursday, June 18th
| 6:30 PM Parlin Meeting Room |
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BYO Book or use one of our discarded (but still beautiful!) library books to make your own sparkling creation! Bedazzling materials will be supplied by the library. Recommended for ages 14+. Registration is required.
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Wednesday, June 24th
| 7:00 PM Parlin Meeting Room |
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Jon and Li Waterman, on acoustic and bass guitar, in story and song, present the origin of Blues, Rock and Country Music. With an accompanying slide show, we learn about the fascinating characters and events in the history of America’s music.
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Cold Brew Coffee for Summer
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Saturday, June 27th
| 11:00 AM Parlin Meeting Room |
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Summer is here. You need your caffeine but you’d like it cold. How about a Cold Brew? What is it? How do you make it? Find out. Seats are limited. Registration is required.
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Tuesday, June 2nd
| 3:00 PM Parlin Meeting Room |
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Children ages 2 - 8 will have a hopping good time dancing and moving to the beat with special guest Elijah T. Grasshopper.
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Friday, June 12th
| 3:00 PM Parlin Meeting Room |
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Learn about the fabulous pollinators of New England! Discover the wonderful things our butterflies, bees and hummingbirds do to help our planet thrive. Check out our very own butterfly display in the children's room while you're here. Appropriate for ages 4 and up.
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Monday, June 8th
| 10:00 AM Shute Meeting Room |
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Enjoy books, puzzles, crafts, and games with friends at our monthly senior social! |
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Wednesdays in June
| 2:30 PM Shute Meeting Room |
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Level up your Wednesdays with our ultimate gaming hangout! Grab your friends and dive into fun Nintendo Switch and PlayStation game. Whether you're racing, battling, or teaming up for co-op fun, there's something for everyone. Recommended for ages 11 and up.
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Monday, June 1st
| 11:00 AM Shute Meeting Room |
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Tiny Tutti, Roarin’ Ron, and Grandma G invite children and caregivers to sing, move, and participate together in a joyful, engaging musical program! For children 0-6.
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Peter Jackson's "Magic to Go" |
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Tuesday, June 16th
| 3:00 PM Shute Meeting Room |
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Come one, come all! Enjoy a magical afternoon with Peter Jackson and his magic bunny! This show is sure to be enjoyed by children and adults of all ages. You won't want to miss it!
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The Parlin and Shute Memorial Libraries host a variety of ongoing clubs for adults, teens, and children! Find more information about them and when they meet below.
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Books and Brews
Wednesday, June 24th at 6PM Night Shift Brewing (87 Santilli Hwy)
James by Percival Everett |
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Parlin Book Group
Monday, June 29th at 6PM Parlin Memorial Library
Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green |
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