Owls are not evil spirits, wise little philosophers or Walt Disney creations. Nor do they wing about carrying messages, despite the way they’re depicted in the Harry Potter books. In fact, owls are probably more misunderstood than any other kind of bird. These are hunting birds, yet their sharp beaks and talons are partly hidden under feathers. Owl have more and softer feathers than other birds, and this unique plumage gives them a plump, rounded look. Add an upright posture and huge eyes set in front like ours, and you have what looks irresistibly like a small, bemused person wearing a fur coat. In reality, owls are superbly adapted nocturnal hunters. This program shows how owls use their specialized powers of sight, hearing and flight to survive and thrive. A wealth of fact and folklore about these masters of the dark explains the natural and unnatural history of owls. A variety of live owls provides the focus of the presentation. For ages 7 and up! Click the link below to register!   https://ipswichlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/wingmaster-eyes-on-owls/  

Come view the many photographs taken by children all summer as part of the Children’s Room Annual Photo Contest. Matted and hung, the photos represent four distinct themes and the work of children ages 6-13. The photographers capture beauty, humor and the off-beat each year and the collection is always terrific. Light refreshments will be served.

Do you love the Lunch Lady books, or graphic novels in general? You will be thrilled to know that author Jarrett J. Krosoczka is coming to Ipswich for an in-person author event. The event will be held on August 15 at 6 p.m. in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room at Ipswich Town Hall, 25 Green Street in Ipswich. Online registration is required at www.ipswichlibrary.org Click on Events. Click on the program date and a registration form will appear. Seating is limited. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.   The summer theme for Massachusetts libraries is Find Your Voice and this author will be able to help young readers and writers do just that. Krosoczka will do a presentation on how to make comics, share some quick drawing tips, offer a Q&A and a book signing. His books will be available to purchase with the help of The Book Shop of Beverly Farms.   He is the author of the Lunch Lady and Star Wars Jedi Academy series of graphic novels. Krosoczka’s most recent books, Hey, Kiddo and Sunshine are for Young Adult readers and we extend this program invitation to all ages.