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Brian Tabor's Retirement Celebration
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Tuesday, July 19 at 2 PM
on the library grounds if the weather is good or in the library's Reading Room
Brian began working at the library as a young man and has been a member of the staff for 49 years including the last 18 years as the Head of Circulation, later renamed Borrower Services.
This event is open to the public. Please help us spread the word! For more information contact 413-587-1017.
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Job Posting: Head of Borrower Services
Join our Leadership Team and manage a superbly dedicated, hard-working circulation staff in our busy and well-loved library. Forbes Library ranks in the top ten (for our population group) statewide for annual circulation — and we're fine free! We are looking for a Head of Borrower Services (open due to a retirement) who will embrace and uplift Forbes Library’s values:
Welcoming - we offer an inclusive space that builds community and belonging
Inspiring - we foster curiosity, creativity, fun, and lifelong learning
Equitable - we ensure that the library is accessible and free for all
Forbes Library values diversity in backgrounds and experiences, and is committed to an empathetic and supportive work environment. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the team we are building, and are seeking professionals who care deeply about supporting the growth of all library employees.
Complete job description. Full time, benefited position (starting $41,939-$44,927) 37.5 hrs/week including evenings and Saturdays
A first review of applications will begin July 25, 2022.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to Lisa Downing, Library Director, via email.
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Lego Club Mondays, 3:30 pm We've got bricks, baseplates and minifigs--now all we need is you! Limited to 15 people ages 4+
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Baby Storytime Tuesdays, 10 am Join us to read books, sing songs, play with puppets and toys, and meet other babies and caregivers! The first 20 minutes are storytime, followed by 40 minutes of free play with toys. Ages 0-18 months and their caregivers. Space will be limited to 15 patrons.
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Kids' Concert on the Lawn with Mr. Liam Tuesday, July 19, 2022, 11 am
Mr. Liam plays ukulele and drums while he puts an energetic new twist on children’s classic songs. Join us for this fun musical concert for children, their parents, and caregivers. Come prepared to dance, sing, and laugh! Recommended for ages 1.5 - 6. This event is sponsored by the Friends of Forbes Library. |
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Read to Sunny the Dog! Wednesday, July 20, 2022, 3:30 pm
Hello! I'm Sunny and I'm Forbes Library's reading buddy dog! You can book a 15-minute appointment to read to me on Wednesdays. I'm a good listener and like to look at the pictures, too. Reading to me is a great way for you to practice reading! To register, please call 413-587-1010 or sign up at the Forbes Library Children's Desk. This program is great for children ages 4-10. Happy reading! |
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Little Matches: An Inspirational Story on Discovering Your Purpose in Life Wednesday, July 20, 2022, 7 pm
Author Maryanne O'Hara will discuss her recent book, Little Matches: A Memoir of Finding Light in the Dark, in this Zoom webinar.
About The Book: Maryanne O’Hara recounts how she lost her beloved only child and set out to look for answers to life’s hard questions. Where is she? Is there more to life than this life? Does my existence have any real purpose? Does anyone’s? Using images and reflections that speak to universal themes, Maryanne shares her remarkable story of resilience, of finding light inside life’s darkest hours, and offers suggestions for discovering one’s purpose.
About The Author: Little Matches is inspired by a blog that Maryanne O’Hara kept while her daughter Caitlin was waiting for a lung transplant. Maryanne and Caitlin’s story has been featured in The New York Times, TIME Magazine, The Boston Globe, Psychology Today, and Little Matches is a People Magazine Book of the Week. She is also the author of Cascade, a novel, which was the Boston Globe Book Club’s inaugural pick, a finalist for the Massachusetts Book Award, and a People Magazine Book of the Week. Learn more about Maryanne.
Register directly on Zoom. Sponsored by the Corning Foundation, the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library, and Forbes Library. |
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Preschool Storytime Explorers Thursdays, 10 am
Enjoy books, songs, puppets and props outside on the lawn! For ages 3-5. In the event of inclement weather, we'll move indoors and cap attendance at 15 people. We can't wait to see you! |
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Teen Arts Fridays, 3:30pm Drop in, relax, and make art! We'll do a new project together every week in the Community Room. All materials will be provided.
This program is for teens only. Email mbishop@forbeslibrary.org with questions or for more info.
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Tarot Party with Laura Campagna Saturday, July 30, 2022, 3 pm
Tarot offers a pictorial representation of our soul’s journey through this lifetime. The cards depict our emotional and spiritual landscape and provide insight into our innermost selves. Readings validate our intuitive knowledge, help us gain confidence, and open us up to greater awareness. Come with questions or general curiosity to a 10-15 minute tarot reading with tarot reader Laura Campagna. Recommended for teens and young adults.
This event is sponsored by the Friends of Forbes Library. Please register for this event.
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Donations Needed for Neighborhood Book Boxes
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We are collecting donations of young adult novels and board books in good condition for our Neighborhood Book Boxes. Please bring your donations to the Children's and YA Department. Want to volunteer or make suggestions for this program? Tell us!
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It’s been a while, but we’re back! This summer we will be screening the original Star Wars trilogy on the Forbes Library lawn. We’ve wanted to show these classics for the past 9 years, but this is the first time they’ve been available. Bring your lawn chairs and lightsabers for the triumphant Return of the Cinema Northampton!
Wednesday, July 27, 2022 8:30 PM: Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 8:00 PM: Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi
We encourage you to bring drinks, snacks, bug spray, flashlights, lawn chairs, blankets and light sabers to these free outdoor screenings.
If a screening is postponed due to rain we will update the Facebook event page. We will have subtitles on.
We will have a bathroom open in the library.
Screening times are based on when the sun sets. The screen can not be seen during daylight.
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