Ventress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza
Marshfield, MA 02050781-834-5535ventresslibrary.org
Ventress Voice · November 2022 · Vol 5.11
We have a lot of awesome new books and events coming your way. Please note that all programs are subject to change, and we will post updates on our Events Calendar, Facebook, and Instagram.
 
Also, don't forget, tomorrow, on Wednesday, November 2, the Friends will host their second Annual Trivia Night at Haddad's with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy a rousing evening of trivia, a 50/50 raffle, and a casual buffet dinner with a cash bar while supporting the Friends' largest fundraiser of the year. Tickets are $20 per person and can be purchased online or at the library. 
 
Upcoming Closure for Carpet Replacement
We will close December 16 and reopen in February 2023 for a long-awaited and necessary replacement of our 20-year-old carpeting. While the library will be completely closed during this period, Marshfield patrons will still be able to place holds on items from other OCLN libraries and pick them up at the Duxbury Free Library or another preferred OCLN library. We will post more information about the closure on our website. Questions? Stop in and ask or give us a call.
 
Books We Can't Stop Thinking About Right Now!
Don't know what to read next? Here are recently published books that our staff love. See a cover you like? Click an image to go to our catalog, read the synopsis, and reserve your copy. We also have NextReads newsletters that you can subscribe to. Find out the latest fiction, nonfiction, books for kids, and more. Click the opt-in link to sign up for your favorite genres!
 
 
 
We have a great selection of regular and new programs happening this month. With book groups, gaming programs, writing meetups, music, and more, there is something for everyone. Below is a selection of programs. For a complete listing, check out our November program brochure.
 
Featured Adult Programs
Community Drum Circle
Saturday, November 5, 1:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Join us for a two-part community drum circle, led by Mike Leo. Be both performer and audience! Bring your own instrument or use one of ours! The first session will be a basic drum circle, followed by a short break. The second session will build into an interactive concert with classic songs. Registration Requested
Dungeons & Dragons One-Shot
Saturday, November 19, 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
This one-shot game is open to adults of all ages and experience levels. This will be a level four campaign, and players can bring their own level four character or use one of our pre-made characters. Registration Requested
Community Coffee Hour
Saturday, November 19, 3:00 p.m.
Community Coffee Hour features a different community leader each month. Guests discuss the the work they do, followed by a Q&A session. Our guests this month will be the Marshfield Food Pantry. Coffee and light refreshments will be served. 
Miss Wendy and Miss Jen are so happy to have seen so many friends at our October programs and events! We hope you will enjoy our November programs as well! As always, please make sure to check out our children's event calendar for all of our fun programming! 
 
Featured Children's Programs
Kids Craft Evening
Thursday November 3, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Join us this month for a craft evening! We will be setting up the Children's Program Room with various craft supplies. This a not a librarian led program. No registration required.
 
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Storytime
Tuesday, November 8, 9:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.
The goal is simple! Read 1000 with your little one before they start school! We will read a few books, have books available to read on your own and even do a quick project! 
0-2 years: 9:30-10:15 a.m. | 3-5 yrs 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Read to Rocko
Thursday, November 10, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Stop by from 6:00-7:00 p.m. as we welcome Rocko and his owner Kim! This program allows each child to have a 15 minute one-on-one session with Rocko! Spots are filled on a first come, first served basis. 
 
There's always something fun happening in the Teen Zone. The teen room is open for teens ages 12-18 to hang out and study, or play Nintendo Switch after school. The Wave Makerspace is open by appointment. Teen programs are for ages 12-18. Below are featured teen programs. View our November Teen Calendar to see all upcoming programs!
 
Featured Teen Programs
Card Making
Tuesday, November 8, 12:00 -2:00 p.m.
Join us in the Teen Room to make a card for the holidays, a birthday, or just because you're thinking about someone! Stamps, stickers, writing implements, and paper goods will be available.
Teen Board Game Night
Tuesday, November 15, 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Are you a pro at Settlers of Catan? Does playing Uno for hours with your friends sound like the ideal night out on the town? Come to the Library on the third Tuesday of every month for Teen Board Game Night! Choose games from our collection to play! 
Mini Masterpieces
Saturday, November 19, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Come paint a miniature work of art and have it displayed in a special mini gallery in The Teen Zone! Registration Required