Page 22 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, July 3, 2026 ~ Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events ~ July 6–11 Silent Book Club: The Cafe at Short Path Distillery (71 Kelvin St), Saturday, July 11, from 12-2 p.m. This month we will be having a special meeting at The Cafe at Short Path Distillery! Enjoy an hour or two of uninterrupted reading alongside fellow book lovers. No pressure, no assigned reading — perfect for those seeking a peaceful escape or motivation to turn the next page. All are welcome! Parlin Adult and Teens Connolly Center Book Group: Connolly Center Meeting Room, Thursday, July 9, at 12 p.m. Read and discuss Amanda Peters’ “The Berry Pickers.” See Kathleen for copies on her twice monthly visits or call the Parlin (617-3940-2300) or Shute (617-394-2308) Libraries. Stationery Café: Parlin YA Room, Thursdays from 3-5 p.m. Join us every Thursday afternoon in the summertime at our stationery station in the YA Room! BYO statioBLUE CROSS | FROM PAGE 10 nery or borrow some of the library supplies as we work on scrapbooking, letters, card-making and other paper crafts. Suggested for age 14+. Parlin Children’s Lego Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Mondays 3-5 p.m. Come to the Children’s Room 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, Wednesday, July 8, at 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Creative Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesdays at 3 p.m. Do you have a drama queen or king at home? Explore, create and get dramatic with this fun interpretive program for kids ages six to 14. Story Time Adventures with Mrs. McAuliffe: Parlin Craft Room, Fridays at 11 ing BCBSBOSTON250 in the Rewards section of the BlueThe World’s First Hearing Aids With Touchscreen Controls. No tiny buttons. No apps. No prescriptions. Call 844-497-3476 to get your 45-day risk free trial. Revolutionary technology with touchscreen control. Hearing modes for any environment. Multiple models to choose from. Portable charging case. 48-hour battery life. UV cleaning. Background noise cancellation. 45-day risk free trial. a.m. Join 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. Friday Family Movies: Parlin Meeting Room, Friday, July 10 at 3 p.m. Join us for the family movie “Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer.” Fresh hot popcorn will be served. Origami Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Saturday, July 11, 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 Golden Minds: Play, Create, Connect: Shute Meeting Room, Monday, July 6, at 10 a.m. Join us for our monthly senior social at the Shute Library! Enjoy books, puzzles, crafts and games with friends in a fun and welcoming environment. Stay engaged and connect with your peers! No bikes app, while supplies last. The details: To help bring Boston 250’s focus on both the city’s history and future to life, Blue Cross invited student artists from Massachusetts College of Art and Design and UMass Boston to create original bike wrap designs inspired by healthier communities and a healthier environment and selected two winning submissions: • Rafaela Astudillo, a 2026 Atom X graduate of UMass Boston, designed the healthy communities-themed bike. Drawing from historic Boston maps and neighborhood imagery, her design celebrates the people, places and connections that continue to shape Greater Boston. • Connor O’Malley, a 2026 Communicat ion Design graduate of MassArt, designed the healthy environment-themed bike. Inspired by childhood memories along Boston Harbor, his artwork reflects the harbor’s registration required. This event is open to ages 55109! Games are generously supplied by the Council on Aging. Ready Player One Games: Shute Meeting Room, Wednesdays 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 Miss Val’s Storytime Pals: Shute 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! Story to Screen: Famienvironmental transformation and its enduring connection to the city. • In recognition of their work, both students received financial awards to support their education, and each school received a donation to further its mission and support student success, courtesy of Blue Cross. • The third bike design, inspired by healthier people, was created by Blue Cross’ inhouse creative team. “Bluebikes is part of how people experience Greater Boston every day, making it a natural way to celebrate Boston 250,” said Blue Cross VP Jeff Bellows. “By combining student-created artwork with free ride credits, we’re helping more people take part in the celebration while recognizing the people, communities and ideas that continue to shape Boston’s future.” By the numbers: • Blue Cross designed 250 limited-edition Boston 250 ly Movies: Shute Meeting Room, Thursday, July 9, at 12 p.m. It’s time for films and fun! Munch on popcorn and watch movies that were once stories on the page. Can you answer the question “What was better, the book or the movie?” Join us this week for the 2025 Live Action film “How to Train Your Dragon,” which is based on Cressida Cowell’s book. Master Builders: Lego Free-play: Shute Children’s Room, Thursdays from 3-5 p.m., free-play session with Legos and other building blocks. Bring a buddy, or make a new one, as you explore your imagination brick by brick! We provide the space and the materials to let your vision take shape. What will you create? wrapped bikes for the Bluebikes system, including 150 e-bikes and 100 classic bikes. • Bluebikes includes more than 5,500 bikes and 600 stations across 13 municipalities. • Since becoming title sponsor in 2018, Blue Cross has supported expanded access to biking and active transportation through free rides, reduced-cost passes and community-based programming and contributed to more than 25 million Bluebikes rides overall. Operated by Lyft, Bluebikes is municipally owned by 13 cities and towns in eastern Massachusetts and jointly managed by the Cities of Boston, Cambridge, Everett and Somerville and the Town of Brookline. For more info Bluebikes, visit bluebikes.com. For more info about Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, visit bluecrossma.org and connect on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
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