Ventress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza
Marshfield, MA 02050781-834-5535ventresslibrary.org
Ventress Voice · November 2023 · Vol 6.11
It's Thanksgiving, and we have a lot to be thankful for — we are especially thankful for our patrons, our Friends, Trustees, and volunteers! And we've also loved hearing from all of you about what you're thankful for. If you haven't shared with us, fill out a leaf the next time you're checking your books out! And speaking of books, as always, we have so many exciting titles hitting the shelves this month. Not sure what to read next? Sign up for our newest NextReads newsletter, New Cookbooks, Home & DIY, or keep scrolling to see our featured new titles.
 
We also have an exciting lineup of programs! As always, all programs are free and open to the public, and all programs are subject to change. We post updates on our Events Calendar, Facebook, and Instagram. 
 
Featured New & Forthcoming Titles
Don't know what to read next? Check out these new and soon to be released books. See a cover you like? Click an image to read the synopsis and reserve a copy. We also have NextReads newsletters that you can subscribe to. Find out the latest fiction, nonfiction, and more. Sign up to get your favorite genres delivered to your inbox!
 
We offer monthly Book Groups, game programs, arts & crafts workshops, and our special Cultural Series events. View our Event Calendar for more. Also stay tuned for our Winter 2023-24 program brochure coming soon! It will feature programs for December through February, including an exciting Holiday Wreaths workshop happening on December 6. All winter programs will be posted online next week!
Featured Adult Programs
The Sound of Music in Songs & Stories
with singer Ruth Harcovitz
Saturday, November 18 from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Enjoy the songs you love from Rodgers and Hammerstein's most beloved musical, The Sound of Music! Hear about the real Trapp Family, whose story is much more interesting than that of their fictional counterpart as portrayed in the play and movie!
Rasa String Quartet
Robert B. Kaplan Trust Concert Series
Saturday, December 9 from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
The Rasa String Quartet celebrates the art of strumming and works inspired by strummed instruments, for string quartet! This program pairs old masterworks from Beethoven, Debussy, and Turina alongside newer classics from Jessie Montgomery and Caroline Shaw.
We are excited to welcome November! We
are happy to announce a few very special programs coming up in November. Stay up to date and follow our Kids Facebook or Instagram! 
 
Featured Kids Programs
Two Special Storytimes!
 
Elementary Storytime
Tuesday, November 7 at 11:00 a.m.
There’s no school, so join Miss Wendy for a laugh out loud story time geared toward our friends in K-5! Stories will be followed by some play time.
 
Spanish Storytime
Friday, November 17 at 10:00 a.m.
Join us for storytime with SELA: The International Private School! This storytime includes a craft! Best for children ages 1-5 and their caregiver.
DA Cruz and the Plymouth County Therapy Dogs
Wednesday, November 29 at 3:00 p.m.
Help us welcome District Attorney Cruz and the Plymouth County Comfort Dogs. DA Cruz will be leading us in a story, telling us about his job and introducing us to his furry friends! This program is open to all ages.
Our teen room and programs are open to folks ages 12-18. The Wave Makerspace is open to anyone age 12 and up by appointment - sign up today!
 
Featured Teen Programs
The Teen Zone Book Club is Back!
Tuesdays, November 7, 21 & 28 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
 
Book club will meet on Tuesday evenings! Our selection is Bone Weaver by Aden Polydoros. Swing by the Teen Zone and ask Tori for a copy of our November pick today!
PowerPoint Party!
Saturday, November 18 from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Make a 5-10 minute PowerPoint presentation on the topic of your choice (WITHIN REASON), then present it to us! We've seen presentations on everything from isopods to Taylor Swift albums, so get creative!