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Thursday, February 19:00—11:00 AMChildren's Reference Desk (Ground Floor)Main Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852
Director's OfficeMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852
Ground Floor Circulation DeskMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852
Ground Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852
Kerouac Corner (First Floor)Main Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852
Literacy Room 211 (Literacy Volunteer Tutors Only)Main Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852
Memorial Hall - 2nd Floor Reference RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852
Picture Book RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852
Study Room 107Main Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852
Study Room 112Main Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852
Young Adult (YA) Area - First FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Delayed Opening - Library Hours 11AM - 9 PM

The Pollard Library has a delayed opening the first Thursday of every month for a staff training. Library hours are 11 AM - 9 PM

Thursday, February 14:00—5:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

VIRTUAL - Interactive Fiction

Live via ZOOMThursdays at 4 PM For students in middle and high school Join game expert Brendan Desilets to learn about the computer game Interactive Fiction, which you are always the main character in the story. Your mission is to solve puzzles, navigate mazes, defeat villains, and win.…Learn More

Thursday, February 15:30—7:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information
Director's OfficeMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Friends of PML Meeting

VIA Zoom/Pollard Memorial Library - receive Zoom information, please email gjunghanss@lowelllibrary. org to get credentials

Thursday, February 16:00—7:30 PMFirst FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Weekly Fiber Arts Group

Meeting on the first floor in the Alcove. Calling all fiber artists - bring your latest work in progress and join us for conversation! Crafters are welcome to stay longer than 7:30, but please note the library closes at 9PM. Please contact Gwen with any questions: gjunghanss@lowelllibrary.…Learn More

Saturday, February 3Closed

Senior Center Branch

Saturday, February 33:00—4:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

Virtual - Interactive Fiction - Saturday edition

Live via ZOOM Saturdays at 3 PM For students in middle and high school Join game expert Brendan Desilets to learn about the computer game Interactive Fiction, which you are always the main character in the story. Your mission is to solve puzzles, navigate mazes, defeat villains, and win.…Learn More

Sunday, February 4Closed

Main Branch

Senior Center Branch

Monday, February 56:00—8:00 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Creative Writing Group

Are you working on a writing project? Looking for advice on overcoming writer’s block? Want a space to focus on writing for a few hours? Join us for discussions about writing and quiet writing time. We aim to be a supportive group of local authors for inspiration, feedback, encouragement and bouncing around ideas.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 610:30—11:30 AMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Mother Goose on the Loose

This special storytime is full of rhymes and songs and is designed for children age 3 and younger – but big siblings are always welcome! Space is limited and sign up required.

Tuesday, February 65:30—8:30 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Chess Club

Want to learn how to play chess or are you an expert who's looking for others who enjoying playing? Join Lowell Chess enthusiasts on Tuesdays in the Pollard Memorial Library Meeting Room. All levels welcome. Bring a chess set if you have one, but come anyhow, we have some spare sets.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 710:30—11:30 AMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Family Storytime

All children and their grownups are welcome. Join us for stories, music and movement.

Wednesday, February 74:00—5:00 PMFirst FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

One-on-One Tech Help at PML

One-on-One Tech Help is a free opportunity for you to get help from our IT Specialist with your personal technology-related questions. Bring your device or questions and our IT Specialist will answer questions, show you how to use your device and direct you to additional resources.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 74:30—5:30 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Beginning Reader Book Club

This book club introduces children starting to read on their own to amazing books and aims to create excitement about reading. We’ll read a beginning level book, chat about it, and then do some fun activities. At the end of the session, children can select books to check out and continue the reading adventure at home.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 75:00—6:00 PMFirst FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

One-on-One Tech Help at PML

Thursday, February 810:00—11:00 AMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

VIRTUAL - Baby Yoga

For ages 3 weeks to pre-crawlers and their grownups (approximate age range is 0-8/9 months) Baby Yoga is a class-focused on gentle movement and developmentally-safe yoga poses for the babies! The parent assists the baby into easy folds and simple stretches timed with sweet songs and rhymes.…Learn More

Thursday, February 811:00 AM—1:00 PMComputer ClassroomSenior Center Branch276 Broadway St. , Floor 2, Lowell, MA, 01850

Cell Phones Help at Senior Center

Do you have questions about your cell phone - how to use it or would like to understand the features better? Sign up for a time to speak with our IT Specialist. He will answer your questions about your cell phone. This is a free service. Registration is REQUIRED.…Learn More

Thursday, February 84:00—5:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

VIRTUAL - Interactive Fiction

Thursday, February 86:00—7:30 PMFirst FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Weekly Fiber Arts Group

Thursday, February 86:30—8:00 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Craft Night for Adults

Join us for an adults' only craft night! We'll offer a special craft activity each month with all of the supplies and you can try your hand at that month's special craft project. Registration is required.

Saturday, February 10Closed

Senior Center Branch

Saturday, February 109:30—10:30 AMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Little Makers

Grades K-4 Join is for a STEM tinker lab! Children in grades K-4 will explore and experiment with STEM activities. Registration is required and space is limited.

Saturday, February 103:00—4:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

Virtual - Interactive Fiction - Saturday edition

Sunday, February 11Closed

Main Branch

Senior Center Branch

Monday, February 124:00—5:00 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Lego Club

Calling all Lego fans! Join us for an hour of Lego building. Children will be provided with building supplies to create a Lego masterpiece. Space is limited. Space is limited and sign up required. To register visit https://lowelllibrary. org/events or call 978-674-1529.

Monday, February 127:00—8:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

VIRTUAL - Black Girl Love: Indie Romance Panel Alexandria House, Katrina Jackson, and Ines Johnson

In partnership with the Ashland Public Library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library. We are so excited to chat with Independently published romance authors Alexandria House, Katrina Jackson, and Ines Johnson! As an all Black panel, we'll be talking about their journey to being self-published, the romance community, their books, and the rise of indie publishing in the last few years.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 1310:30—11:30 AMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

CANCELLED - Mother Goose on the Loose

This special storytime is full of rhymes and songs and is designed for children age 3 and younger – but big siblings are always welcome! Space is limited and sign up required.

Tuesday, February 1311:00 AM—12:00 PMFirst FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

CANCELLED - Computer and Internet Skills Class at PML

Do you struggle with using your computer or using the internet? Join the Computer and Internet Skills Class taught by our IT Specialist, Khalid. This free computer class focuses on basic computer and internet skills. Registration is REQUIRED. Please sign up down below or call Adult Reference at 978.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 135:30—8:30 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

CANCELLED - Chess Club

Tuesday, February 136:30—7:30 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

Virtual - International Book Club

The Pollard Library International book club meets at 6:30PM on the second Wednesday of every month. The meetings are free and open to the public. Check out our events page for a list of upcoming books and past discussions. Copies of books up for discussion are available for patrons to borrow on a first come first serve basis at the Ground Floor Check Out Desk.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 1410:30—11:30 AMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Family Storytime

All children and their grownups are welcome. Join us for stories, music and movement.

Wednesday, February 144:00—5:00 PMFirst FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

One-on-One Tech Help at PML

Wednesday, February 145:00—6:00 PMFirst FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

One-on-One Tech Help at PML

Wednesday, February 145:30—7:00 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

PML Board of Trustees

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Organization: Pollard Memorial Library Board of Trustees Location: Pollard Memorial Library 401 Merrimack St. Ground Floor Meeting Room and via Zoom Lowell, MA 01852 On March 29, 2023, Governor Healey signed into law a supplemental budget bill which, among other things, extends the temporary provisions pertaining to the Open Meeting Law to March 31, 2025.…Learn More

Thursday, February 154:00—5:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

VIRTUAL - Interactive Fiction

Thursday, February 156:00—7:30 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Novels and Nibbles Book Club

Are you looking for your next great read? Want to find others who love reading and the library as much as you do? Join us for a monthly Novels & Nibbles Book Club on the third Thursday of the month. We’ll chat about books, enjoys some great seasonal drinks and snacks, while also talking about reading! The best part – you don’t have to read anything special or anything out of your favorite genre.…Learn More

Thursday, February 156:00—7:30 PMFirst FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Weekly Fiber Arts Group

Saturday, February 17Closed

Senior Center Branch

Saturday, February 1710:30—11:30 AMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Mother Goose on the Loose - Saturday Edition

This special storytime is full of rhymes and songs and is designed for children age 3 and younger – but big siblings are always welcome! Space is limited and sign up required.

Saturday, February 173:00—4:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

Virtual - Interactive Fiction - Saturday edition

Sunday, February 18Closed

Main Branch

Senior Center Branch

Monday, February 19Closed

Main Branch

Senior Center Branch

Tuesday, February 201:00—3:00 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Family Movie and Craft

Families are welcome to join us for an animated family movie matinee featuring your favorite video game characters and a craft. Popcorn and soda will be provided while supplies last. *Please notify us if you have any food allergies. Registration is required.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 205:30—8:30 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Chess Club

Wednesday, February 2110:30—11:30 AMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Family Storytime

All children and their grownups are welcome. Sign up is required.

Wednesday, February 211:00—2:00 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Kids Week - Interactive Storytime and craft with Lowell Humane Society and the Bookmobile Team

Kids Week: Join the Lowell Humane Society and the Bookmobile team at the Pollard Memorial Library for a fun and interactive story time. Lowell Humane Society will bring a guinea pig and rabbit which kids will have an opportunity to pet. The Bookmobile team will read a story and have a bookmark coloring craft.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 214:00—5:00 PMFirst FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

One-on-One Tech Help at PML

Wednesday, February 215:00—6:00 PMFirst FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

One-on-One Tech Help at PML

Wednesday, February 216:30—8:00 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Lowell Artist Showcase: Tom Whiting

Tom Whiting, digital artist, will be joining us to talk about his art and his artistic process. Tom will prepare a small craft which participants will complete at the end of the session. Tom Whiting's Bio:Tom had an early interest in drawing. In Junior High School, his art teacher took an interest in him and noticed his talent.…Learn More

Thursday, February 2210:00—11:30 AMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Crafty Kids: Cross-Stitch Charms

Learn how to make your own cross-stitch backpack charm! Each child or tween that registers will be provided a cross-stitch kit and accessories. Beginners are welcome and no sewing experience is needed. For grades 3-6. Registration is required.…Learn More

Thursday, February 2211:00 AM—1:00 PMComputer ClassroomSenior Center Branch276 Broadway St. , Floor 2, Lowell, MA, 01850

Cell Phones Help at Senior Center

Thursday, February 222:00—3:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

VIRTUAL - Author and Craftsperson Peter Bellerby Discusses "The Globemakers"

In partnership with the Ashland Public Library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library. 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 More

Thursday, February 223:00—4:00 PMYoung Adult (YA) Area - First FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

DIY Prism Suncatchers

Design a suncatcher sticker for your window! Enjoy the prisms as the sun shines through. All materials will be provided. This program is for grades 6-12.

Thursday, February 224:00—5:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

VIRTUAL - Interactive Fiction

Thursday, February 226:00—7:30 PMFirst FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Weekly Fiber Arts Group

Thursday, February 227:00—8:00 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

CANCELED - Rescheduled to Thursday, March 21st - Loving to Hate Contemporary Music with the Lowell Chamber Orch

Join us for a lecture/performance by Director Orlando Cela and the principal winds of the Lowell Chamber Orchestra!Music is alive and evolving, and when it comes to classical music, the many different trends are as varied as human imagination. This lecture-performance, featuring the principal winds of the Lowell Chamber Orchestra, will guide audiences into the world of contemporary music by explaining some of the most popular and innovative sounds and techniques, and showcasing some iconic works that use them, to further understanding and appreciation.…Learn More

Friday, February 232:30—3:30 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Buildwave | A hands-on building game!

This program is for children in grades K - 6. Want to foster your child's interest in STEM, while igniting their creative spark at the same time? Buildwave is a creative building program that feels like a video game! Over the course of the workshop students create with over a dozen different building materials, including Lego®, PlusPlus®, and custom-made Buildwave materials.…Learn More

Saturday, February 24Closed

Senior Center Branch

Saturday, February 2410:00—11:00 AMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

VIRTUAL - Baby Yoga

Saturday, February 241:00—3:30 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

A PG-13 Movie to Celebrate Black History Month

Looking for something to do? Come down to the Library for a free movie! We'll be watching a PG-13 movie about an African Queen. Popcorn provided.

Saturday, February 243:00—4:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

Virtual - Interactive Fiction - Saturday edition

Sunday, February 25Closed

Main Branch

Senior Center Branch

Monday, February 264:30—5:30 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Children’s Book to Art Club

Do you love books AND art? Children in grades 1 - 4 are invited to join our book club to read and discuss a picture book and make a hands-on art project. * Snacks will be provided. Please let us know if your child has any food allergies. Registration is required and space is limited.…Learn More

Monday, February 267:00—8:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

VIRTUAL - An Evening with Romance Authors Ali Hazelwood, Nikki Payne & Denise Williams

**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. ** Authors Ali Hazelwood, Nikki Payne, and Denise Williams will discuss their latest romance novels in this unforgettable panel discussion followed by audience Q&A.…Learn More

Tuesday, February 2710:30—11:30 AMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Mother Goose on the Loose

This special storytime is full of rhymes and songs and is designed for children age 3 and younger – but big siblings are always welcome! Space is limited and sign up required.

Tuesday, February 2711:00 AM—12:00 PMFirst FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Computer and Internet Skills Class at PML

Tuesday, February 275:30—8:30 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Chess Club

Tuesday, February 277:00—8:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

VIRTUAL - Celebrating the 30th Book Anniversary of "The Beekeeper's Apprentice" with Laurie R King

In partnership with the Ashland Public Library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library. Wow, can you believe it's been 30 years since the most amazing Sherlock Holmes retelling, "The Beekeeper's Apprentice" came out? And that the newest in the series, Book #18 (!), "The Lantern's Dance", just came out?! Join us with author Laurie R.…Learn More

Wednesday, February 2810:30—11:30 AMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Wiggly Wednesday

Come get your wiggles and jiggles out with us! We’ll dance, jump, move and groove. All children and their grownup are welcome. Registration required.

Wednesday, February 284:00—5:00 PMFirst FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

One-on-One Tech Help at PML

Wednesday, February 285:00—6:00 PMFirst FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

One-on-One Tech Help at PML

Wednesday, February 286:00—8:30 PMGround Floor Community / Meeting RoomMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

A PG-13 Movie to Celebrate Black History Month

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Wednesday, February 287:00—8:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

VIRTUAL - Author Katherine Howe Discussing " A True Account: Hannah Masury’s Sojourn..."

In partnership with the Ashland Public Library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library. Who DOESN'T want to hear about a rollicking mystery set in the Golden Age of Piracy? We are certainly "on board" :). 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 More

Wednesday, February 287:00—8:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

VIRTUAL ONLY - Short Story Book Club

Want to join a book club, but can't commit to a lengthy novel? We'll be selecting short stories that are typically less than 50 pages for a small group discussion. The Short Story Book Club meets on the Last Wednesday of every month 7:00 - 8:00 PM.…Learn More

Thursday, February 294:00—5:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

VIRTUAL - Interactive Fiction

Thursday, February 295:00—6:00 PMFirst FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Try a Fiber Art! - Crochet

Join Gwen and other volunteer crafters once a month to try a fiber art! Each month we'll try a different fiber art. The library will provide what you need to try the fiber art (for example - needles, yarn, a take home explanation of what you learned).…Learn More

Thursday, February 296:00—7:30 PMFirst FloorMain Branch401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, 01852

Weekly Fiber Arts Group

Thursday, February 297:00—8:00 PMVirtual Programming - Register to receive participation information

VIRTUAL: Lessons from Nature on Life, Death, Renewal, and Legacy

Within a short span of time, Margie Patlak lost her mother, sole sibling, and father. Reeling from those losses, Patlak returned to live in Down East Maine, where she spent her childhood summers. While in mourning and writing about the wilder environment she experienced at her new home, Patlak uncovered many lessons nature was teaching her about the nature of life.…Learn More