Events & Tickets
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Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Local Author Talk: Canticle by Janet Edwards
The James Library & Center for the Arts welcomes local author Janet Rich Edwards for a special afternoon of reading and conversation centered on her latest…
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Sleep with Spectators: Feminist Performance and Practice by Danielle Drees, PhD
Join Danielle Drees, PhD, and juror of the exhibition “Be Intentional” for a reading and discussion of her new book.
James Library Book Club
The James Library Book Club meets this month to discuss Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane (Historical Fiction). The discussion will be led by Jill.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
An Afternoon with Edgar Allan Poe
The undisputed master of the macabre, Edgar Allan Poe, resurrects for one singular afternoon of mystery and horror.
Kiddie Halloween with George the Magician
Join us for Kiddie Halloween with George the Magician — a family-friendly afternoon of comedy magic just in time for Halloween.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
James Library Book Club
The James Library Book Club meets this month to discuss Tiny Glimmers of Light by Aqueel “Al” Athar & Tanya Athar-Jogee (Historical Fiction).
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Charles Dickens: A Christmas Carol
The James Library & Center for the Arts invites the community to celebrate the holiday season with Charles Dickens for Christmas, a special literary…
James Library Book Club
The James Library Book Club meets this month to discuss My Name is Eva by Suzanne Goldring (Historical Fiction). The discussion will be led by Karen.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
James Library Book Club
The James Library Book Club meets this month to discuss Ten Hours Until Dawn: The True Story of Heroism & Tragedy Aboard the Can Do by Michael J.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Face to Face with Whitey Bulger
The James Library & Center for the Arts invites the public to a joint author talk and presentation centered on the true-crime account Face to Face with Whitey…
James Library Book Club
The James Library Book Club meets this month to discuss My Friends by Fredrik Backman (Fiction). The discussion will be led by Marcia.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
James Library Book Club
The James Library Book Club meets this month to discuss The Trading Game: A Confession by Gary Stevenson (Memoir/Finance). The discussion will be led by Betsy.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Poetry Workshop and Open Mic with Trident Poetry Collective
Celebrate Poetry Month! Join members of the Trident Poetry Collective, a group of poets and artists from Trident Booksellers in Boston, for a poetry workshop…
James Library Book Club
The James Library Book Club meets this month to discuss The Measure by Nikki Erlick (Science Fiction/Fantasy). The discussion will be led by Carol.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
The James Birthday: A Derby Party
The James Library & Center for the Arts invites the community to celebrate in style at its annual Birthday Party Fundraiser on Saturday, May 1, 2027, from 6:30…
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
A Norwell Cheever Family Homecoming: Susan Cheever on John Cheever
The James Library & Center for the Arts is honored to host an intimate evening of literature, legacy, and culinary delight with Susan Cheever on her latest…
James Library Book Club
The James Library Book Club meets this month to discuss The Color of Water: A Black Man’s Tribute to His White Mother by James McBride (Memoir/Biography).
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
James Library Book Club
The James Library Book Club meets this month to discuss Nothing More of This Land: Community, Power & the Search for Indigenous Identity by Joseph V.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Squaredance on the Green with the Ruth & Ben String Band
Join the band for a squaredance on the Norwell Center green. No experience necessary! Led by guitarist Ruth Rappaport and her fiddler son, Ben Wetherbee, this…
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
Friends of the James
Whether you’ve supported the James for years or are eager to get involved, all are welcome for a celebration of the James community.
Local Childrens Author Talk: Joan Mitchell Paints a Symphony by Lisa Rogers
Join award-winning author Lisa Rogers for Joan Mitchell Paints a Symphony!
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Explore our Children’s room and enjoy an afternoon of reading fun.
James Library Book Club
The James Library Book Club meets this month to discuss Invisible Child by Andrea Eliot (Biography). The discussion will be led by Jeanne.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Children’s Storytime happens every Friday starting February 20th. This is a free event and no RSVP necessary.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Children’s Storytime happens every Friday starting February 20th. This is a free event and no RSVP necessary.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Children’s Storytime happens every Friday starting February 20th. This is a free event and no RSVP necessary.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Children’s Storytime happens every Friday starting February 20th. This is a free event and no RSVP necessary.
Crafternoon
Crafternoon! Monthly on 3rd Fridays! Fun crafts with fun people in a great place.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Children’s Storytime happens every Friday starting February 20th. This is a free event and no RSVP necessary.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Children’s Storytime happens every Friday starting February 20th. This is a free event and no RSVP necessary.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Children’s Storytime happens every Friday starting February 20th. This is a free event and no RSVP necessary.
Crafternoon
Crafternoon! Monthly on 3rd Fridays! Fun crafts with fun people in a great place.
She Said, She Said - a poetry reading
South Shore poets Jean L. Kreiling & Elaine Sorrentino share their poems and distinctive perspectives on home, family, the arts, and more.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Children’s Storytime happens every Friday starting February 20th. This is a free event and no RSVP necessary.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Children’s Storytime happens every Friday starting February 20th. This is a free event and no RSVP necessary.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Children’s Storytime happens every Friday starting February 20th. This is a free event and no RSVP necessary.
Crafternoon
FREE EVENT
Monthly on 3rd Friday!
Fun crafts with fun people in a great place.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Children’s Storytime happens every Friday starting February 20th. This is a free event and no RSVP necessary.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Children’s Storytime happens every Friday starting February 20th. This is a free event and no RSVP necessary.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Children’s Storytime happens every Friday starting February 20th. This is a free event and no RSVP necessary.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Children’s Storytime happens every Friday starting February 20th. This is a free event and no RSVP necessary.
Children's Storytime
For toddlers and caregivers. Children’s Storytime happens every Friday starting February 20th. This is a free event and no RSVP necessary.