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Pembroke Public Library Book ClubDate: Tuesday, March 6th at 6:30 p.m.Location: Trustees' RoomFeatured Book: The Second Mrs. Hockaday by Susan Rivers Description: Join in to discuss this suspenseful historical fiction book inspired by a true incident during the American Civil War. All are welcome. Registration required? No
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YogaDate: Every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.Location: Meeting RoomDescription: Led by Barbara Ward and other instructors from the YogaConnection of Plymouth. Open to all levels. Fee: A single-class drop-in is $12 and a four-class registration is $45 ($35 for Friends members). Friends members can also purchase an eight-class punch ticket for $80, which is valid for three months.
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Thursday Movie MatineeDate: Thursday, March 8th at 1:30 p.m.Location: Meeting RoomFeatured Movie: Darkest Hour Description: Newly-appointed British Prime Minister Winston Churchill must make important decisions and protect his nation during the early days of World War II. Starring Gary Oldman, Kristin Scott Thomas, and Lily James. Registration required? No
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Author Talk: Yours Faithfully Florence Burke by Ellen B. Alden Date: Saturday, March 10th at 2:00 p.m. Location: Meeting RoomDescription: Author Ellen B. Alden of Andover will speak about her book Yours Faithfully Florence Burke: An Irish Immigrant Story. This historical fiction novel is based on 19 original Civil War letters randomly discovered in the author’s attic, which were written from her great-great-grandfather Florence Burke to his wife Ellen and children in West Springfield, Massachusetts. Florence narrowly escaped the Irish Potato Famine only to emigrate and join the Union Army. The novel explores the challenges and sacrifices that first-generation Irish immigrants faced in order to survive in their adopted country. The talk will include a display of historical documents. Registration required? No
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Clicking Needles Knitting & Crochet GroupDate: Tuesday, March 13th at 6:30 p.m.Location: Trustees' RoomDescription: 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! Registration required? No
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Adult Craft NightDate: Wednesday, March 14th at 6:30 p.m. Location: Meeting RoomDescription: This month’s craft is an easy, stylish, and unique necklace created using colorful paint chips. Supplies are provided. Registration required? Yes - sign up starting February 28th at the main desk or by calling us at 781-293-6771.
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"Irish Voices" with Stephen Collins Date: Monday, March 19th at 6:30 p.m.Location: Meeting RoomDescription: They call it the Norton Anthology of English Literature and yet many of the writers included were born in Ireland. The commonality is the English language, but there are vast cultural differences which will be explored in this performance, including themes of the land, the past, the church, and the changing political landscape. Yeats, Joyce, Heaney, McCourt, and other prominent writers are represented in this dramatic offering performed by Stephen Collins. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Pembroke Public Library. Registration required? No
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Thursday Movie MatineeDate: Thursday, March 22nd at 1:30 p.m.Location: Meeting RoomFeatured Movie: Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri Description: A mother challenges the local authorities to solve her daughter’s murder. Starring Frances McDormand, Woody Harrelson, and Sam Rockwell. Registration required? No
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Clicking Needles Knitting & Crochet GroupDate: Tuesday, March 27th at 6:30 p.m.Location: Trustees' RoomDescription: 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! Registration required? No
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Knock on Wood Folk DuoDate: Thursday, March 29th at 6:00 p.m.Location: Meeting RoomDescription: Knock on Wood is a high-energy acoustic folk-rock duo, featuring singer-songwriter Howie Newman on guitar, lead vocals, and harmonica and Steve Latanision on fiddle, mandolin, and backup vocals. The duo performs funny original songs that are suitable for all ages, as well as classic rock covers. This lively, fun show features great musicianship, pleasing harmonies, humor, and lots of audience participation. For more information and music samples, visit www.howienewman.com/knockonwood. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Pembroke Public Library. Registration required? No
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