THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 23, 2026 Page 15 ~ Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events ~ January 26–31 Around Everett Books and Brews: The Well Coffee House (983 Broadway), Saturday, January 31, at 1 pm. Discuss “Iron Widow” by Xiran Jay Zhao over a nice cup of coffee. Pick up a copy at the Parlin or Shute Memorial Libraries and we’ll see you at The Well Coffee House to discuss the book. Parlin Adult and Teens Parlin Book Group: Parlin Meeting Room and Zoom, Monday, January 26, at 6 p.m. Discuss Rachel Khong’s “Real Americans”! Call Kathleen at 617-394-2300 or send an email to slipp@noblenet.org for the Zoom link, or join us in person! Gaming Club: Parlin YA Room, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 p.m.; join us for board games and video games at the library! Bring your own or play what we have here — for ages 12 and up. Yarn Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Tuesday, January 27, at 7 p.m. Come chit-chat and stitch! Bring your crocheting, knitting or any other yarn craft and sit and socialize with other members of the crafting community — recommended for ages 14-109! Watch Anime! Parlin YA Room, Wednesdays at 3 p.m. Come to our new Watch Anime Club in the YA Room at the Parlin Library. Vote on and watch your favorite anime with your friends! Recommended for ages 11+. Parlin Children’s Grab n Go Crafts: Stop by the Children’s Room every Monday for a Grab and Go craft — a self-directed arts and crafts program for children ages three to eight. Crafts can be taken home or crafted with a friend or caregiver at the library. No registration required, while supplies last. Lego Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Monday, January 26, from 3-5 p.m. Come to the Children’s Room after school on Mondays for some free Lego building fun. Open to all ages; children under six years old must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required. Storytime and Sing-along with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesdays at 3 p.m. Do you have a drama queen or king at home? Drama Class in the Parlin Children’s Department is the perfect opportunity for your child to put those acting skills to use with our drama coach! Suggested ages: six to 14. Storytime Adventures with Mrs. McAuliffe: Parlin Children’s Room, Thursdays and Fridays at 11:00 a.m. Join Children’s Librarian Mrs. McAuliffe for our enchanting Story Time! You will be whisked away on magical adventures through the pages of your favorite books. Bring a friend or make a new one in our circle of friends. Origami Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Saturday, January 31, at 12 p.m.; learn how to fold paper animals of all kinds! Open to all ages and abilities. Paper and instruction will be provided. Shute Adult and Teens Ready Player One Games: Shute Meeting Room, January 28 at 2:30 p.m. Level up your Wednesdays with our ultimate gaming hangout! Grab your friends and dive into fun Nintendo Switch and PlayStation games; whether you’re racing, battling or teaming up for co-op fun, there’s something for everyone. No registration required; recommended for ages 11 and up. This program will run every Wednesday from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted on our online calendar. Shute Children’s Grab n Go Crafts: Stop by the Children’s Room every Monday for a Grab and Go craft — a self-directed arts and crafts program for children ages three to eight. Crafts can be taken home or crafted with a friend or caregiver at the library. No registration required, while supplies last. Miss Val’s Storytime Pals: Children’s Room, Mondays at 10 a.m. and Tuesdays at 12 p.m. What’s better than a good story? Sharing it with friends! Join Miss Val at the Shute Library for Fairytale Fun! OBITUARY Mildred C. Mandracchia O f Everett. Entered into eternal rest on Monday, January 12, 2026 in the Beth Israel Medical Center in Boston after being in failing health. She was 94 years old. Born in Boston, Millie was a resident of Everett. She had profound passion for photography, enjoyed cooking for her family and loved to sing in the choir at church. Millie worked in doctors’ offices as a medical secretary. Millie was the daughter of the late Daniel Luciano and Maria Gaglione; the beloved wife of the late Salvatore Mandracchia; the dear and devoted mother of Cheryl DiGeorge and her husband, Joseph of Hyannis, Stephan Mandracchia of Everett and Daniel Mandracchia and his wife, Jessica of Topsfield; the dear sister of Marie Mandracchia and her late husband, Charles, Barbara Luciano, Carole Luciano and the late Joseph Luciano and his surviving wife, Jean and Daniel Luciano; the loving Nana of Samantha Mandracchia, Daniel Mandracchia, Nicholas Mandracchia, Joseph DiGeorge and his wife, Jennifer, Amanda DiGeorge and her fiancé’ Erik Bohlin, Steffan DiGeorge and his wife, Jennifer, and loving greatNana Joseph A. 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Her funeral was from the funeral home on Wednesday followed by a funeral Mass in the Immaculate Conception Church, Everett. Burial at the Glenwood Cemetery, Everett.
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