Ventress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza
Marshfield, MA 02050781-834-5535ventresslibrary.org
Ventress Voice · May 2024 · Vol 7.5
Starting May 28 at 9:00 a.m., we welcome you to once again join us as we celebrate the fairy folk of Marshfield! Register for your fairy house kit, then drop your masterpiece off at the library by June 8 to join in the fun! More information can be found on our website or by calling the library and speaking to the children’s librarians. This program is for ALL ages! Children, teens, adults and groups are all welcome and encouraged to join this creative program.
 
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 your 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 three monthly Book Groups, game meetup programs, arts & crafts workshops, concerts, and more! Events are free and open to the public. View our Event Calendar for details.
 
Featured Adult Programs
Concert with Thea Hopkins
Saturday, May 18 from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
A member of Aquinnah Wampanoag tribe of Martha’s Vineyard MA, performing songwriter Thea Hopkins calls her music Red Roots Americana. Thea is an award winning writer and musician who plays a mix of both traditional and contemporary Indigenous music at festivals and other venues across the country.
Wampanoag History Past & Present
Wednesday, May 29 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
An Indigenous Museum Educator from Plimoth Patuxet will lead a unique conversation that explores 12,000 years of Wampanoag history. This lecture is free and open to the public and is generously sponsored by the Marshfield Cultural Council.
Welcome May! We are so excited to show off all the things we have planned for April vacation! Stay up to date and follow our Kids Facebook or Instagram! 
 
Featured Kids Programs
Mad Science!
Wednesday, May 1
Join us for two exciting programs!
 
Let's Look Closely | 2:00 - 2:45 p.m.
Preschoolers will learn all about the world around by using their powers of observation during this hands-on look at the world up close. Ages 3-5 and one caregiver per child/family. Registration Required
 
Space Science | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Students will launch their investigation of rocket propulsion using the compressed air inside balloons for thrust. The class will race balloon rockets and be challenged to devise a balloon-powered rocket car. Grade K-5 and one caregiver per child/family. Registration Required
Crafternoon
Tuesday, May 7 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Join us for a Crafternoon! We will be setting up the
Children's Program Room with various craft supplies. This a not a librarian led program; supervision is required at all times.
Lego Club
Monday, May 13 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. 
Come to the library to play with Legos! This casual
event is best for supervised children over 3 years old. This is not a librarian lead program. Children under nine years old must be supervised by an adult at all times.
The Teen Zone and teen programs are open to folks ages 12-18. The Wave Makerspace is open to anyone by appointment - sign up today!
 
Featured Teen Programs
Teen Taste Test (Early Release Day)
Wednesday, May 1 from 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Come spend the early release day with us in The Teen Zone and put your taste buds to the test in this blindfolded cookie flavor taste test challenge!
Rescheduled! Comfort Dogs + Cyber Safety
Wednesday, May 22 from 5:00 - 6:15 p.m.
Head to The Teen Zone after school for a special presentation on Cyber Safety and an appearance by several of the Plymouth County Comfort Dogs!