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We have two local authors coming to Pembroke in November and December to talk about their new books on retail history—certainly an appropriate topic for the upcoming holiday season! First up is Boston historian Anthony Sammarco, who will speak about Jordan Marsh: New England's Largest Store on Thursday, November 30th at 7:00 p.m. Learn all about this famous store founded in Boston in 1851, which would become one of the first department stores and eventually the largest retail chain in New England. Jordan Marsh was an important part of life for many shoppers, especially during the holiday season when it featured the Enchanted Village of Saint Nicholas.
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On Monday, December 4th at 7:00 p.m., "Chronicle" reporter Ted Reinstein will give a talk on New England's General Stores: Exploring an American Classic. While the idea of the general store is as old as America itself, many of these places are far from becoming relics—they are being renovated, reopened and reimagined for our time. In this talk, learn about some of New England’s most iconic general stores and this "quintessential New England community experience." Both of these events are free and open to the public. We would like to thank the Friends of the Pembroke Public Library for their support in sponsoring these programs! |
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Stop by the library during the first weekend of November for the Friends' annual Fall Book and Bake Sale! Pick up some books and some tasty treats baked by members and friends. The sale will be in the library's Meeting Room on Saturday, November 4th from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday, November 5th from 12 to 2 p.m. All proceeds go to the Friends of the Pembroke Public Library and are used to fund "extras" for the library including discounted museum passes, best sellers, and fun and educational programs for all ages. The Friends Basket Raffle winners will also be announced on the first day of the sale, so there is still time to participate! Raffle tickets are available at the main desk for $1 each or 6 for $5, with all proceeds going to the Friends. |
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Pembroke Public Library has received a Customer Service in the Digital Age grant, made possible by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The IMLS is the primary source of federal support for the nation’s approximately 120,000 libraries and 35,000 museums. Their mission is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. Their grant making, policy development, and research help libraries and museums deliver valuable services that make it possible for communities and individuals to thrive. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov and follow them on Facebook and Twitter.
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The Customer Service in the Digital Age grant will support new technology for the library, including a VHS to DVD converter, a charging station, installation of Adobe Acrobat on four of our public computers, and a subscription to Lynda.com. Lynda.com is a leading online learning platform for business, software, technology, and creative skills that can help users achieve their personal and professional goals. This new resource will serve as a supplement to the online courses we currently offer through Universal Class and can be accessed with your Pembroke Public Library card. Lynda.com will be available in November.
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Did you know you can sign up to get book recommendations emailed to you through the library? Just pick your favorite genres and you'll receive a list of suggestions every month! Recommendations to choose from include Mystery, Historical Fiction, Armchair Travel, Biography and Memoir, Nature and Science, and many more! You can check out the options and sign up for your favorites at this link or from the main page of our website.
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Book Club Tuesday, November 7th at 6:30 p.m. Featured book: Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance, a memoir about growing up in a poor Appalachian town that takes in an-depth look at the struggles of America’s white working class. All are welcome. Tuesday, December 5th at 6:30 p.m. Featured book: The Underground Railroad, the brilliant Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Colson Whitehead. All are welcome. |
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Craft Night Wednesday, November 8th at 6:30 p.m. Featured craft: Yarn pumpkin garlands, perfect to decorate your home for Thanksgiving! Supplies are provided. Please register starting October 25th at the library or by calling us at 781-293-6771. Wednesday, December 13th at 6:30 p.m. Featured craft: Mini wreath holiday ornaments made from Mason jar lids. Supplies are provided. Please register starting November 29th at the library or by calling us at 781-293-6771. |
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Knitting & Crochet Group Tuesdays, November 14th & 28th and December 12th & 26th at 6:30 p.m. Come knit and crochet together at the library – ask questions, share ideas and tips, and learn new tricks. Adults of all ages and skill levels are welcome! |
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TEDxPembrokePublicLibrary Wednesday, November 1st at 6:30 p.m. Theme: "Aging Well." Watch and discuss three TED Talk videos on healthy aging, how to help prevent Alzheimer’s, and the importance of fighting ageism. Register at the main desk, by calling us at Wednesday, December 6th at 6:30 p.m. Theme: "Storytelling and Memory." Watch and discuss three TED Talk videos on the importance of multiple perspectives and some unique and valuable ways of telling a story and preserving memories. Register at the main desk, by calling us at |
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Thursday Movie Matinee Thursday, November 9th at 1:30 p.m. Featured movie: The Beguiled, an atmospheric thriller in which the unexpected arrival of a wounded Union soldier at a secluded girls’ boarding school in Civil War-era Virginia leads to jealousy and betrayal. Starring Nicole Kidman, Kirsten Dunst, and Elle Fanning. Thursday, November 16th at 1:30 p.m. Featured movie: Maudie, about an arthritic Nova Scotia woman who works as a housekeeper for a 40-year-old bachelor while honing her art skills and eventually becoming a famous folk artist. Starring Sally Hawkins and Ethan Hawke. Thursday, December 7th at 1:30 p.m. Featured movie: My Cousin Rachel, in which a young Englishman plots revenge against his late cousin’s mysterious, beautiful wife, believing her responsible for his death – but his feelings become complicated as he falls under her spell. Starring Rachel Weisz and Sam Claflin. Thursday, December 21st at 1:30 p.m. Featured movie: The Glass Castle, based on Jeanette Walls’ bestselling memoir about coming of age in a dysfunctional family. Starring Brie Larson, Woody Harrelson, and Naomi Watts. |
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Yoga Every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.Led by Barbara Ward and other instructors from the YogaConnection of Plymouth and open to all levels. A single-class drop-in is $12 and a four-class registration is $45 ($35 for Friends members). Friends members may also purchase an eight-class punch ticket for $80, which is valid for three months. To join the Friends, stop by the library for an application or download the membership form online. |
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Stories in a Song: Fact, Fiction, and Somewhere in Between Monday, November 6th at 6:30 p.m. Some songs tell a story, some paint a picture and some are like a snapshot in time. Come hear Dave Kelly perform some familiar songs and some you may not know. Dave will play songs by Townes Van Zandt, John Prine, Bruce Springsteen and many more. Dave is a Pembroke resident and has been performing locally for many years. This concert is free and open to all. We would appreciate if you could bring an item to donate to the Food Pantry. |
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Mindful and Intuitive Eating Wednesday, November 15th at 7:00 p.m. Reject the diet mentality with mindful and intuitive eating! Join us to learn how to make peace with food, honor your hunger and discover satisfaction. Hosted by registered dietitian Kristin Hatch, RD, LDN, CDE of private practice Nutrition for Life, Inc. in Lakeville. Please register at the main desk or by calling us at 781-293-6771. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Pembroke Public Library. |
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Jordan Marsh: New England's Largest Store
Thursday, November 30th at 7:00 p.m. Local author and Boston historian Anthony Sammarco will give a fun and informative talk on his new book Jordan Marsh: New England’s Largest Store. Learn about this famous Boston retailer founded in 1851 which would grow to feature the new concept of “department shopping” and eventually become New England’s largest chain and a treasured part of life for shoppers, especially during the holiday season. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Pembroke Public Library. |
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New England's General Stores
Monday, December 4th at 7:00 p.m. “Chronicle” reporter Ted Reinstein will give a talk on his new book New England’s General Stores: Exploring an American Classic. Join us to hear about this institution as old as America itself. In many cases these vital hearts of the community, far from becoming mere relics with a roof, are still very much open and in business. They are being renovated, reopened and reimagined for our time. In profiling the colorful stories of some of New England’s most iconic general stores, Reinstein brings to life the remarkable, ongoing story of this region itself. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Pembroke Public Library. |
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Cookie Swap Tuesday, December 12th at 6:30 p.m. Join us for the second annual PPL Cookie Swap! Choose your own personal favorite cookie recipe, find one online, or stop by the main desk to look at one of our cookbooks for inspiration. Sign up starting November 21st at the library or by calling us at 781-293-6771, then bring a batch or two of your cookies on December 12th – and don’t forget a container to take some home with you! |
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Storytimes offer your baby or toddler the chance to develop important skills as well as a great giggle! Ages 2-5 are invited to Storytimes on Mondays & Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Every week features a fun theme with songs, rhymes, movements, books, and a craft.
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Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. are Baby Lapsits for ages 6-24 months. Lapsits feature songs, movements, and more you can do with your little one, followed by open playtime. |
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Grades K – 5 are welcome to come and build with the library LEGOs every month at LEGO Club! LEGO Club is designed to give kids a safe, creative environment in which they can freely build, interact with peers, and express themselves! Each month has a theme which the participants can follow, but we encourage thinking out of the box. Upcoming dates: Tuesdays, November 14th and December 12th from 4:00-5:00 p.m. in the Craft Room. |
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Our therapy dogs will visit again at Puppy Dog Tales. Readers of all ages may read to one or more therapy dogs to develop their literacy skills as well as build confidence and self-esteem. This program provides a supportive environment to practice reading aloud. Upcoming dates: Thursdays, November 16th and December 14th from 4:15-5:00 p.m. in the Meeting Room.
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Pop-Up Playtime Tuesday, December 26th at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 27th at 10:30 a.m. This is a time for kids to enjoy being kids in a safe environment. Little ones can grow and play with our special pop up tent and tunnel and have access to toys including building blocks, puppets, play dough, and more. |
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Elementary Engineers: Bobbing for Apples (Grades K-2)Wednesday, November 8th at 4:00 p.m Grades K-2 will be given an engineering challenge: Can you “bob” for apples without getting yourself wet? Participants will be placed in groups with some household supplies to test their problem-solving skills. Space is limited for this free workshop; registration begins Wednesday, November 1st. |
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Elementary Engineers: Bobbing for Apples (Grades 3-5) Wednesday, November 15th at 4:00 p.m. Grades 3-5 will be given an engineering challenge: Can you “bob” for apples without getting yourself wet? Participants will be placed in groups with some household supplies to test their problem-solving skills. Space is limited for this free workshop; registration begins Wednesday, November 8th. |
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Elementary Engineers: The Elves and the Shoemaker (Grades K-2) Wednesday, December 6th at 4:00 p.m. Grades K-2 can enjoy a storytime with the classic fairy tale The Elves and the Shoemaker and then lace and decorate their own shoe craft. Creativity is encouraged! Space is limited for this free workshop; registration begins Wednesday, November 29th. |
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Gift Wrapping Workshop Tuesday, December 19th from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Grades 2+ are welcome to drop in for this free workshop. Attendees will learn how to wrap boxes and more with our volunteer elves/teens. Please bring one to three gifts to wrap; all wrapping materials will be supplied. Siblings, grown-ups, and friends are welcome! |
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Teen Make & Take: Galaxy Jars Thursday, November 30th at 6:00 p.m. Grades 6-12 may join us in creating a calming, colorful Galaxy Jar. Supplies may be limited; please sign up beginning Thursday, November 16th. |
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Teen Make & Take: Melted Snowman Cookies Wednesday, December 20th at 6:00 p.m. Grades 6-12 may join us in decorating sugar cookies with melted snowmen marshmallows. Supplies may be limited; please sign up beginning Wednesday, December 6th. |
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"Gift Wrapping Workshop" Teen Volunteers Needed Tuesday, December 19th from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Teen volunteers (rising grades 6-12) are needed for our Gift Wrapping Workshop on Tuesday, December 19th. Activities will include curling ribbon, wrapping boxes, and tissue paper twirling. Volunteers MUST turn in their volunteer form prior to this event. Forms may be picked up at the library beginning December 5th and will be due December 12th. |
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Chess Club Facilitator Needed The library is seeking an adult volunteer to be a Facilitator for a weekly or monthly after-school Chess Club. The requirements include a love of the game, the ability to work with all ages (kids to senior citizens), and a completed CORI check. We will be flexible with our scheduling, as the library is very keen to bring back Chess Club once again. Please contact mmccleary@sailsinc.org or call us at 781-293-6771 for more details. |
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This staff recommendation comes from the crafty Miss Cory! Calling all mamas and papas and caregivers with little ones! Are you looking for something to inspire your child? Does the coming cooler weather have you scrambling for indoor activity ideas? Do you need to jumpstart your creative process, but aren’t sure where to start? Let Tinkerlab be your guide. Arts educator Rachelle Doorley utilizes simple text and elegant design to detail her approach to experimentation and creative development that embraces a child’s natural curiosity and playfulness. With tips on how to clear clutter, create a safe space for exploration and discovery, and deal with the mess, along with recommendations for tools and materials (many of which you probably already own), Doorley makes these activities accessible to all families. Children will have a safe, developmentally-appropriate setting to experiment and learn with new materials, problem solve, and be playful! Try bubble prints, gumdrop structures, simple drawbots (drawing robots), magic potions, and invisible lemon ink, along with over 50 other experiments and recipes that will have you tinkering in no time! |
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Our patron recommendation this month is Young Jane Young by Gabrielle Zevin, the author of The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry. Young Jane Young follows the aftermath of a political scandal - an affair between a married congressman and his young intern, Aviva. The novel traces how the affair affects the lives of the women involved over the years: Aviva, the intern who disappeared and reinvented herself as Jane Young, Aviva's daughter Ruby, Aviva's mother Jane, and Embeth, the congressman's wife. Fast-paced and character driven, this is a book that confronts scandal, blame, and misogyny without sacrificing Zevin's engaging and playful style, which includes email exchanges and a "Choose Your Own Adventure" section. If you're looking for something thought-provoking but humorous try Young Jane Young! |
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Mindful is a bi-monthly magazine focused on the practice of mindfulness, with the goal of creating stronger interpersonal relationships, a more compassionate society, and better overall health. Features include numerous informative articles, a mindfulness survey, and recommendations for books, podcasts and apps. October’s issue contains articles on North American mindfulness retreats (including one in Massachusetts), tips for getting a more restful sleep, a guide to working through shame, a discussion of how our personal thoughts are shaped by the societal group we most identify with, and thoughts on maintaining a clear work-life balance. A feature story on singer-songwriter Jewel details her personal journey through turning fear into happiness. |
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- War of the Roses: Stormbird by Conn Iggulden
- My Enemy the Queen by Victoria Holt
- The Other Queen by Philippa Gregory
- The Princes of Ireland by Edward Rutherfurd
- Elizabeth I by Margaret George
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- Digging to America by Anne Tyler
- Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty
- The Mothers by Brit Bennett
- Dinner at the Homesick Restaurant by Anne Tyler
- Commonwealth by Ann Patchett
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- Oddly Normal by Otis Frampton
- Princess Princess Ever After by Katie O'Neill
- Bone by Jeff Smith
- Amulet by Kazu Kibuishi
- Lumberjanes by Noelle Stevenson
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- Piecing Me Together by Renee Watson
- Allegedly by Tiffany Jackson
- All American Boys by Jason Reynolds
- How It Went Down by Kekla Magoon
- Solo by Kwame Alexander
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Ancestry.com is the world's leading resource for online family history and genealogy. Records include census and voter lists; birth, marriage, and death certificates; military records; and immigration and travel records. This wonderful resource can help you build your family tree and watch your story emerge. Who knows what you'll find, maybe a long-forgotten link to someone notable in history, or just a sweet great-great-grandmother who gave you that smile. This database is available for in-library use only and can be found on the desktop of our public computers once you log in with your library card. |
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The Friends of the Pembroke Public Library: ▪Create public awareness of the role of the library in the community. ▪Provide financial support beyond the library’s budget limits. ▪Encourage gifts and endowments to the library. ▪Gain support for library improvement. |
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The Friends would like to thank the following business sponsors for their support and generosity: - Burke Distributing Corporation
- Fork in the Road Catering
- Good Deeds, Janet LaBerge
- Laura DaSilva, CPA
- Pembroke Country Club
- Rockland Athletic Supplies
- Tiny & Sons Autoglass
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