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April 25, 2024 Weekly Newsletter In this Issue |
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It's that time of year! Our Sunday hours from 12pm to 4pm at the Main Library will be ending soon. The last Sunday that we will be open is April 28th. Sunday hours will start up again in November.
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hoopla Bonus Borrows Available April 24th-30th You can now enjoy hoopla Bonus Borrows more often! hoopla Bonus Borrows will be available the last seven days of each month. Choose from these select titles without using your monthly borrows. Click here to view April's Bonus Borrows!
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Songs and Stories of the American Folk Revival Friday, May 10th, 1pm-2:15pm Hermann Meeting Room
Join Andrew Lewis and Michael Shea as they present "Songs and Stories of the American Folk Revival" in concert. In the songs they have chosen they wish to reflect the main motivations and themes of the Folk Music Revival in this country: the research, respect and renewed performance and recordings of traditional songs; the songs reflecting the movement toward civil rights; the songs in protest of all war, especially of the Vietnam War; and the birth of the singer-songwriter tradition. Registration is required as seating is limited. This music presentation is free to the public and is sponsored by the Falmouth Cultural Council. |
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Friday Films - Ordinary Angels Friday, May 3rd, 3pm-5pm Hermann Meeting Room "Based on a remarkable true story, Ordinary Angels centers on Sharon Steves, a fierce but struggling hairdresser in small-town Kentucky who discovers a renewed sense of purpose when she meets Ed Schmitt, a widower working hard to make ends meet for his two daughters. With his youngest daughter waiting for a liver transplant, Sharon sets her mind to helping the family and will move mountains to do it. What unfolds is the inspiring tale of faith, everyday miracles, and ordinary angels." Registration is required as seating is limited. This movie viewing is free to the public and is supported by the Friends of the Falmouth Public Library.
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Rescuing Our Oceans Through Recycled Art Wednesday, May 8th, 6pm-8pm Hermann Meeting Room Join us for this free film screening of Rescuing Our Oceans Through Recycled Art, an ArtsLight documentary by filmmaker Johnny Bergmann with an introduction from Elaine Lipton. "Our fragile oceans are plagued with plastics and other man-made trash. This documentary explores how artists have come together to create art out of this detritus in an effort to bring awareness to what individuals can do to help." Registration is required as seating is limited. Made possible by a grant from Mass Cultural Council. Thanks also to the local Cultural Councils in Chatham, Truro, Orleans, Provincetown and Wellfleet.
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Friday Films - Dune Part 2 Friday, May 17th, 2:30pm-5:15pm Hermann Meeting Room "“Dune: Part Two” will explore the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a path of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, he endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee." Registration is required as seating is limited. This movie viewing is free to the public and is supported by the Friends of the Falmouth Public Library.
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Friday Films - The Finest Hours Friday, May 31st, 3pm-5pm Hermann Meeting Room This is a Falmouth Reads Together event for our 2024 book pick The Finest Hours! "In February of 1952, one of the worst storms to ever hit the East Coast struck New England, damaging an oil tanker off the coast of Cape Cod and literally ripping it in half. On a small lifeboat faced with frigid temperatures and 70-foot high waves, four members of the Coast Guard set out to rescue the more than 30 stranded sailors trapped aboard the rapidly-sinking vessel." Registration is required as seating is limited. This movie viewing is free to the public and is supported by the Friends of the Falmouth Public Library and the Falmouth Reads Together Committee.
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Three Bags Full: A Sheep Detective Story by Leonie Swann"In a cozy Irish village, when their beloved shepherd, George, is found struck down by a spade, his flock of clever sheep, led by Miss Maple, the smartest sheep in Glennkill, launches its own investigation to find George's killer among the local village inhabitants--including the butcher, a village newcomer with a secret, a sinister priest, and another shady shepherd."
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Weekly Programming for Children Thursdays: It's Game Time! from 5pm-7pm at the East Falmouth Branch Fridays: Scavenger Hunt from 12:30pm-5:30pm in the Children's Room Scavenger Hunt from 2pm-7pm at the North Falmouth Branch Saturdays: It's Game Time! from 9am-12pm at the East Falmouth Branch Scavenger Hunt from 9am-12pm at the East Falmouth Branch Mondays: Stories, Songs, and Movement! from 10:30am-11am in the Children's Room Explorations from 3:30pm-5pm in the Children's Program Room Block Party: Legos in the Library! from 4pm-5:30pm at the North Falmouth Branch Tuesdays: Stories, Songs and Instruments from 10am-10:30am at the East Falmouth Branch Stay & Make: Drop-In Craft from 10am-2pm at the North Falmouth Branch Block Party: Legos at the Library! from 3:30pm-5pm in the Hermann Room Wednesdays: Stay & Make Crafts from 3:30pm-5pm in the Children's Program Room
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Weekly Programming for Teens and Adults Thursdays: Why Knot Knit Nite from 5pm-7pm at the East Falmouth Branch Tuesdays: Sit n' Stitch from 10am-12pm at the East Falmouth Branch Genealogy Help Session from 2pm-4pm in the Reference Department
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Joy Of Learning Aspects Of Ocean Biology 1 Thursday, 4/25, 11am-12pm Hermann Meeting Room This is a four week class on the Aspects of Ocean Biology. Each week Charles Lea will lecture on a different topic. Week 4: Changes in the Ocean Realm- There are likely to be changes on the way for ocean ecosystems as we press forward into the future. Increased ocean temperature and acidification as well as pollution and fishing may shape the future ocean. Do we know what’s going on or are humans just blundering on? If you have previously registered to attend, you do not need to register again.
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Zoom Talk: Productive Conversations Without Confrontation Thursday, April 25th, 5:30pm-7pm Online via Zoom When was the last time you had a conversation about current events with someone who holds an opposing view? If that experience left you feeling frustrated and shut down, join this virtual Cape-wide discussion with the News Literacy Project to learn tools for speaking about current events and listening across divides. In today’s divided political climate it can feel impossible to hold civil conversations about current events – especially when misinformation and conspiracy theories abound. However, learning a few news literacy skills can help you keep conversations grounded in fact while maintaining the civility that is essential in a thriving democracy. The News Literacy Project, a nonpartisan education nonprofit, is building a national movement to advance the practice of news literacy throughout American society, creating better informed, more engaged and more empowered individuals—and ultimately a stronger democracy. Please note that this event is online via Zoom only and takes place after the library is closed.
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Gladius Concert Saturday, April 27th, 3pm-4pm Hermann Meeting Room Atlanta native Gladius is an award-winning composer and accomplished "classical/flamenco style guitarist." Inspired by the great composers, Spanish guitar maestros and much more, this musical mad scientist fuses the elements into a refreshing formula, evoking the Spanish spirit! Another reviewer mentioned Carlos Santana and Eddie Van Halen. He has shared the bill with Grammy winners and mesmerized audiences with his electrifying live act since 2016! Becoming Gwinnett County Georgia's 1st ever recipient of the Gwinnett Superstar award in 2022, and releasing the infectiously catchy Air to critical acclaim in 2023, Gladius shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Registration required as seating is limited. We thank the Library Support Fun for sponsoring this concert!
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Zoom Talk: Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War I Wednesday, May 1st, 3pm-4pm Online via Zoom September 29, 1913: the steamship Dresden is halfway between Belgium and England. On board is one of the most famous men in the world, Rudolf Diesel, whose new internal combustion engine is on the verge of revolutionizing global industry forever. But Diesel never arrives at his destination. He vanishes during the night and headlines around the world wonder if it was an accident, suicide, or murder. Brunt reopens the case and provides a compelling new conclusion about Diesel’s fate. About the Author: Douglas Brunt is the New York Times bestselling author of The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel and host of the top-rated SiriusXM author podcast Dedicated with Doug Brunt. A Philadelphia native, he lives in Connecticut with his wife and three children. Please note that this event is online via Zoom only.
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Narrative Nonfiction Book Club - The Mosquito Bowl Thursday, May 2nd, 4pm-5pm Hermann Meeting Room and Online via Zoom Please join us for the monthly meeting of the Narrative Nonfiction Book Club as we discuss this month's selection The Mosquito Bowl: A Game of Life and Death in World War II by Buzz Bissinger. The group will meet in the Hermann meeting room and for those who wish to join us from home, you can join us via Zoom. The Zoom link will be provided upon registration. Come pick up a copy of the book at the reference desk and then join us to share your thoughts! "This extraordinary, never-before-told story of WWII follows two U.S. Marine Corps regiments, comprised of some of the greatest football talent, as they played each other in a football game in the dirt and coral of Guadalcanal known as “The Mosquito Bowl” before they faced the darkest and deadliest days at Okinawa."
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Main Library East Falmouth Branch Text-A-Librarian 833-209-9922 Mon, Tue 9:00am-5:00pm Mon, Thurs-Sat 10:00am-5:30pm Wed 9:00am-1:00pm Tue, Wed 10:00am-8:30pm Thurs 1:00pm-7:00pm Sat 9:00am-1:00pm North Falmouth Branch Mon, Fri 2:00pm-7:00pm Tue, Wed 10:00am-3:00pm
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