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Peruvian Dance Group: Pumawari Tusuy |
Sunday, February 52:00 - 3:00pm |
Pumawari Tusuy is a Cultural Association whose purpose is to promote Peruvian culture through dances, enhancing the traditions and customs of their country with a distinctive style. Pumawari Tusuy (Quechua) means: Dance smooth like a Vicuña and strong like a Puma. |
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Mimi Desir: Exhibit and Presentation |
Tuesday, February 14 6:00 - 7:00pm | For the month of February come see paintings by Mimi Desir. Register below for the presentation about her work and process. |
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Mama Steph Concert |
Thursday, February 1610:30 - 11:15am |
South Shore musician Stephanie Chase is back for a 45 minute concert for ages 0-5 with a caregiver. Registration is required. Location: Meeting Room. |
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Exhibit: Massachusetts South Shore Woodturners |
February - March |
Check out the MSSW display. Located in the glass case by the Meeting Room. Specific items are on sale directly through the artists. To learn more about MSSW visit their website: https://msswt.org |
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Boston Bruins Annual PJ Drive |
February 1 - March 15 |
Today is the beginning of the annual PJ Drive with the Boston Bruins! Please bring a NEW pair of kids pajamas to donate in our drop box! The drive runs through March 15. |
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Kids
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Baby Play Group |
Thursdays in February 10:30 - 11:30am | Meet new parents in a space with age appropriate toys for ages 0-12 months. Registration required. |
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Storytime with Marissa |
Mondays in February 10:30 - 11:00am |
Ages 0-5 are welcome to join youth services librarian Marissa for 30 minutes of stories, participatory songs, and fingerplays that support early literacy. Registration is required and will be limited. Please sign up for each week you are interested in attending. |
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Take and Make Heart Hedgehog Magnet |
Pick Up Week February 6-10 during library open hours | Pick up a kit to make a heart hedgehog magnet. Registration is required to reserve your kit. |
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Read to a Dog: Spider |
Thursday, February 9 4:00 - 5:00pm | Drop in to read to therapy dog, Spider. No registration required. |
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Drop-in Valentines |
Tuesday, February 14 12:00pm - 5:00pm | Supplies will be available to make a valentine. No instruction provided, while supplies last. No registration required. |
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Music Makers with Miss Bethany |
Friday, February 1710:30 - 11:00am |
Join early educator Bethany Gavin for 30 minutes of music and early literacy. Registration is required. |
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Read to a Dog: Skipper |
Thursday, February 22 3:00 - 4:00pm | During vacation week come by to read to Skipper, a therapy dog-in-training! Register for your 15-minute time slot. |
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Tooth Fairy Storytime |
Friday, February 24 11:00 - 11:30am | Come for a special visit and storytime by the Tooth Fairy! Learn about brushing and what happens at the dentist, and get a goody bag! Registration required. |
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Presidential Scavenger Hunt |
Through February 28 during open library hours | In honor of President's Day, see if you can find some of the U.S. leaders in the children's room. Complete the scavenger hunt and get a sticker! |
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Adults
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Tai Chi |
Tuesdays at 11:00am | Join us for Tai Chi at the library! |
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Basic Technology Help |
Thursdays 3:00 - 4:00pm |
One-on-one technology help: Have a question about email, the internet, using your phone, accessing library eBooks, or streaming movies through Kanopy? Bring your own device or use a library computer. No appointment needed. |
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Virtual - The Challenges of Being a Debut Author featuring Chelsea Banning
| Monday, February 67:00 - 8:00pm |
Debut authors Laura Gao, Brian D. Kennedy, Jean Louise, and XiXi Tian to chat about the challenges and joys of getting your first book out in the world.
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Craft: Knitting Night |
Tuesday, February 76:00 - 7:30pm |
This group is for all knitters - beginners and experts alike!😊 Crochet and other crafts are welcome! Yarn and needles will be available for use. Drop-ins welcome. |
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Craft: Make Valentine's Day Cards |
Friday, February 102:30 - 4:15pm |
Create fun ,handmade valentine cards to send to family or friends. All cards and collage images are provided. No art experience is needed! Adults and teens are welcome! Please register. |
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Skipper the Therapy Dog |
Thursday, February 163:00 - 4:00pm |
Take a break from the stress of life and relax with therapy dog Skipper. Skipper will be visiting every third Thursday of the month. No registration is required. |
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The Empath's Survival Guide: Strategies For People Who Care Too Much
| Saturday, February 253:00 - 4:00pm |
Having empathy means our heart goes out to another, but for empaths, it goes much deeper - we actually feel others’ emotions, energy, and physical symptoms in our own bodies. This program is led by
Doreen Lang, Reiki and Intuitive Energy Healing, Speaker, Teacher and Author. |
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Mindful Yoga for Everyone |
Monday, February 276:00 - 7:00pm |
All levels are welcome, with a focus on beginners and advanced beginners. All you need is an open mind, yoga mat, a towel or blanket (to roll for support as needed), and water.
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Academy Awards: The Good, the Bad, and the Outrageous with Frank Mandosa
| Tuesday, February 286:30 - 7:30pm |
Join Film Lecturer Frank Mandosa for his lecture on the Academy Awards just in time for Oscar season!
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Book Groups
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Literary Circle Book Group |
Thursday, February 16 10:30 - 11:30am |
Literary Circle reads Final Revival of Opal & Nev by Dawnie Walton. An electrifying novel about the meteoric rise of an iconic interracial rock duo in the 1970s, their sensational breakup, and the dark secrets unearthed when they try to reunite decades later for one last tour.
Visit our online Goodreads group.
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NPL Evening Book Group
| Tuesday, February 21 6:30 - 7:30pm |
NPL Evening Book Group will read and discuss Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson. Caste examines the unspoken caste system that has shaped America and shows how our lives today are still defined by a hierarchy of human divisions.
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5th Annual Norwell Cares Continues |
Tuesday, March 14 11am - 1:00pm |
Join us for an Intergenerational Book Discussion & Luncheon at Norwell High School. Book: Still Alice, "a compelling novel about a 50-year-old woman's sudden descent into early onset Alzheimer's disease, written by first-time author Lisa Genova, who holds a Ph.D in neuroscience from Harvard University." Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk. |
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| Resource Highlight: Mango Languages |
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| Staff Picks |
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| Lizzi's Pick |
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| Donna's Pick |
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| Rachel's Pick |
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| Emily's Pick |
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