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RAYNHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY 760 South Main Street 508.823.1344
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Under Construction Our outdoor space for gathering, exploration and enjoyment is almost complete! The outdoor space incorporates seating and landscaping to form a small amphitheater. The project is a gift of Edward H. Marsh as a memorial to his late wife, Judy. We anticipate the new roof in May. Stop-by for a look!
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Library Appointments We ask that you continue to make an appointment to enjoy the freedom of browsing the shelves. Make a 30 minute appointment by either calling 508.823.1344 or reserving a time online in our Events Calendar. Curbside delivery continues for those who prefer this option. Call us to pick-up holds curbside.
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Museum and Zoo Passes As area museums and zoos are reopening, we are pleased to offer passes once again. You'll find passes for discount admission to Buttonwood Park Zoo, Massachusetts Parks, the New England Aquarium and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. Reserve a pass on our website or give us a call, 508-823-1344.
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OverDrive Magazine CollectionOur digital magazine collection just got larger! Through our SAILS membership, we can now offer more than 3,000 titles, including top titles like: US Weekly, National Geographic, Good Housekeeping, Vanity Fair, and Rolling Stone as well as popular niche magazines. All magazines are available as simultaneous use. Search for your favorite here.
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Mothers in Fact & FictionWe are celebrating mothers in May with a special display of fiction and nonfiction. See our recommendations here.
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Great Circle by Maggie ShipsteadA century after daredevil female aviator Marian Graves’s disappearance in Antarctica, actress Hadley Baxter is cast to play her and immerses herself in the role as their fates — and their dreams — become intertwined.
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The book of lost names by Kristin HarmelThe best-selling author of The Winemaker’s Wife draws on true events in the story of a Polish graduate student in World War II who uses her forgery talents to help hundreds of Jewish children flee the Nazis.
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"Owl" and "Cat" Bookmarks Create adorable bookmarks! Sue St. Germain shows you how. Materials include patterns, felt, sparkly decorations, buttons, and glitter paper. All materials, photo models, templates and written step-by-step directions are provided. Pick-up your craft bag May 3 through May 8, and join us on ZOOM on Wednesday, May 19 at 6:30 pm, to share and compare. Please register. Note: This activity is designed for adults.
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Unprocess Your Plate Tuesday, May 18, 7:00 pm Chef Colin Mccullough joins us to share tips for making healthy, whole-food meals convenient and easy. You hear it all the time - eating unprocessed, nutritious food is a healthy way to eat, but who has time to spend hours making meals every day? In this class, we'll learn some of the tips and tricks of making healthy food quick and easy, so you can leave all the preservatives, additives, hidden salt, and sugar behind!
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Structures and Foundations It’s all about structures, mobility and stability. Get excited about the fundamental principles of architecture and physics. Explore the importance of simple machines while solving fun and exciting engineering challenges! Pick-up a kit with the manipulatives needed to complete each of the activities in the library lobby beginning Tuesday, May 18. You'll have 15 days to complete the activities and access the CME's virtual program. CME 360 offers fun, hands-on learning experiences for the virtual learning environment. The virtual learning programs are designed to encourage active participation through inquiry-based learning. These programs align with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and QRIS Standards. Reommended for children ages 6 and older.
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Miss Humblebee’s Academy is an awarding winning site for teaching early literacy skills. It is designed for children in preschool through kindergarten based on the Common Core State Standards, and the research of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), and the Head Start Child Development and Early Learning Framework. Recommended for children ages 3 to 6. Enter your library barcode number to access at home. Discover other resources for this age group on our Learning Resources for Early Literacy page.
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