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The James Library & Center for the Arts is a nonprofit arts organization located in the heart of Nor

Community Arts Center: Art Gallery, Concert Hall, Library, Music instruction, community gathering space.

11/02/2026

🍂 November at the James is full of art, music, and creative inspiration! 🎨🎶

From Art Unplugged and Children’s Storytime to our Concert Hall and Roots Series, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this month!

✨ Explore our Fall Juried Art Show, experience the work of talented artists, enjoy live music, and find a little inspiration along the way.

Make the James part of your November plans — bring a friend, discover something new, and be part of our creative community!

📅 Check out the Reel for this month’s highlights and visit jameslibrary.org for event details and tickets.

We can’t wait to see you at the James!

11/01/2026

What a way to welcome November! Magic and art filled the James this weekend!

A big thank-you to George the Magician for delighting our young patrons with an afternoon of wonder, laughter, and a little magic! 🎩✨

And thank you to everyone who joined us Friday evening for the opening reception of our Fall Juried Show. It was wonderful to celebrate the creativity and talent of our local arts community.

Missed the opening? There’s still time to explore! Stop by The James and discover the inspiring works on display in our Art Gallery through December 5. 🎨

From magic to art, there’s always something happening at the James!

10/30/2026

There’s always something unexpected to discover at the James!

From bold colors and imaginative sculpture to thoughtful photography and contemporary works, the Fall Juried Show celebrates the creativity and talent of our South Shore arts community.

Take a closer look, discover a new favorite, and experience art from a fresh perspective.

Come explore!
Opening Reception
TONIGHT
6-8PM

The exhibition is on view in the Art Gallery through December 5.

📍 The James Library & Center for the Arts, Norwell

Art, inspiration, and creativity for everyone.

10/29/2026

Your art deserves to be seen. Don’t miss your chance! Submission are due November 1st for the Emerging Artists Show at the James. Show opens December 18th. Get your work on our walls and be seen!

10/28/2026

🎶 A FRESH TAKE ON FLEETWOOD MAC’S TIMELESS MUSIC!

From the tender beauty of Songbird and Landslide to the driving energy of The Chain and Dreams, experience these beloved songs through Neal’s distinctive artistry and soulful vocals.

✨ A fresh perspective on the music you love. An afternoon worth hearing.

Tickets available online at JamesLibrary.com

Sponsored by Coastal Heritage Bank

Join us at the James for live music! 🎹

10/28/2026

ART THAT INSPIRES. PERSPECTIVES THAT SURPRISE.

Step inside the James’s Annual Fall Juried Show and discover contemporary art that sparks curiosity, invites conversation, and makes you look twice! From striking sculptures to captivating paintings, there’s something unexpected around every corner.

✨ Come discover something unexpected!

📍 The James Library & Center for the Arts, Norwell
🗓️ On view through December 5

Sponsored by Freedom Financial and The Frame Center

Bring a friend, explore the gallery, and find a new favorite! 🧡

10/26/2026

🍂🎃 A MAGICAL, MYSTICAL FRIDAY AT THE JAMES! 🎨✨

Looking for a little Halloween magic and a lot of inspiration? We have something for everyone this Friday!

🪄 Kiddee Halloween Magic Show — Costumes encouraged and spooky surprises await! Sponsored by First Parish of Norwell Preschool & The Church Hillers

🎨 Fall Juried Art Show Opening Reception — Meet the art, discover new perspectives, and get inspired by the creativity of our talented artists. Sponsored by The Frame Center

Make a night of it in Norwell Center and celebrate the magic of art, imagination, and community at the James!

📅 Friday, October 30
📍 The James Library & Center for the Arts, 24 West Street, Norwell

Come for the magic. Stay for the art. Make the James part of your Halloween weekend! 🧡

FallArtShow

10/25/2026

LOOK WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE UNPLUG!

So many creative ideas came to life at Art Unplugged at the James! Participants explored their imaginations and created their very own zines—small books filled with big ideas and personal expression.

A huge thank-you to Zarla from The Spare Studio for guiding this inspiring workshop, and to everyone who joined us for an afternoon of creativity and connection.

At the James, we believe there’s always room to make, imagine, and try something new.

Stay tuned for more Art Unplugged adventures!

Made possible by Levitate Foundation

Foundation

10/23/2026

✂️ COME GET YOUR ZINE ON AT THE JAMES! 🎨

Ready to unplug, get creative, and make something uniquely yours? Join us for Art Unplugged with Zarla from The Spare Studio! Create your own zine, experiment with ideas, and have fun turning your imagination into art.

📅 Saturday, October 24
⏰ 2 PM
📍 The James Library & Center for the Arts, Norwell

No need to be an expert—just bring your creativity!

✨ Grab a friend and come make something with us! Generously made possible by a grant from the Levitate Foundation.

10/20/2026

📚✨ STORYTIME AT THE JAMES! ✨📚

Little listeners, big imaginations! Join us this Friday at 1 PM for Children’s Storytime at the James Library & Center for the Arts.

We’re delighted to welcome Marie Miller, a former preschool teacher, who will bring stories to life for our young readers!

Come cozy up with a good book, spark your child’s imagination, and share a little storytime magic with us.

📅 Friday at 1 PM
📍 The James Library & Center for the Arts
24 West Street, Norwell, MA

Bring the little ones and join the fun—we can’t wait to see you! 📖

Address

24 West Street
Norwell, MA
02061

Opening Hours

Tuesday	1pm - 5pm
Wednesday	1pm - 5pm
Thursday	1pm - 5pm
Friday	1pm - 5pm
Saturday	11am - 1pm

Telephone

+17816597100

Website

http://www.jameslibrary.org/

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