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With September right around the corner, our second annual golf tournament on September 15th is also fast approaching. Don't forget to register by September 4th if you want to participate as a golfer, a dinner guest, or both, as all proceeds will go towards the Library. Children's programming will continue throughout September with regularly scheduled Movie Nights, Tot Time, and Story Time. The Library will also be providing free community yoga again on Thursdays from October 10th through November 14th at Old Town Hall, so be sure to call the Library at (508) 669-6421 to register if you are interested. For lectures this month, Library Director Mark Procknik will present a talk at Old Town Hall on September 26th on the classic science fiction anthology series The Twilight Zone and the episodes that relate to libraries. This presentation is free to all who wish to attend, and no registration is required. The Library is also very excited to share news on our new building at 207 Main Street, as Phase Two of the interior renovations have begun. For a more detailed overview of the Library's progress, CLICK HERE to see a presentation delivered at the August 21st Board of Selectmen's meeting. |
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Interior Renovation Photographs of 207 Main Street
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Photograph of the Main Hall that will soon house books, DVDs, the Teen Room, and computer work stations for patrons. |
Renovation photo of the Children's Room that will be fit out with tables, chairs, and games, in addition to books for kids to enjoy. |
Photograph of what will become the Reading Room, a quiet space for patrons to sit and relax in the shadow of a fireplace soon to be restored to its original 19th century brick. |
Behind the scenes photo of the Program Room, a space that will host not only children's activities and lectures, but will also be available as a community meeting space. |
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Friends of the Library Second Annual Golf Tournament
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Register today for the Friends of the Dighton Public Library's Second Annual Golf Tournament on Sunday September 15th at Hazelton Golf Club located on 327 Summer Street in Rehoboth. The event will include four player scramble format, closest to the pin contests, men's and women's long drive, 50/50 raffle, North End Italian Dinner, cash bar, raffles, prizes, and more. Proceeds go towards the Dighton Public Library. Register online by CLICKING HERE, or you can contact Kevin Smith Jr. at (508) 509-2713 or by e-mail at revivedightonparks@gmail.com with any registration questions. Registrations for the tournament and dinner in addition to all sponsorships are due no later than Wednesday September 4th. We cannot accept accept late entries, so don't forget to sign up if interested. Schedule 11:30 AM: Golfer Registration 1:00 PM: Shotgun Start 6:00 PM: Dinner Reception $150 for individual golfers or $600 for foursomes $45 dinner only guest Contest ticket $25 with registration |
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A Dimension Not Only of Sight and Sound But of Mind: Libraries and the Preservation of Knowledge in The Twilight Zone
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Premiering in 1959, Rod Serling's iconic series The Twilight Zone acquainted television audiences with the science fiction genre. Airing for five seasons, the classic anthology series treated viewers to memorable tales of space exploration, supernatural occurrences, and even examinations of human nature. Join Library Director Mark Procknik at Old Town Hall on Thursday September 26th at 6:30 for a talk devoted to the seminal science fiction series and the episodes that surprisingly relate to libraries and the preservation of knowledge. |
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Join the Traveling Book Group and travel around the world through books. This month, the book club will be traveling to 1875 Louisiana and the tumultuous Reconstruction era by reading The Book of Lost Friends by Lisa Wingate on Wednesday September 25th in the Children's Section located in the Lower Level of the Town Hall at 6:00. Copies of books are available at the library for anybody looking to take part in the group. The Traveling Book Group meets on the last Wednesday of each month, and anybody interested is welcome to attend. |
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Missed any of our Programs?
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Thanks to Dighton's Cable Television Committee, Library programs are recorded and available on the Town's YouTube channel. Visit the Library's programs webpage for the links to any past program you may have missed throughout the course of the year, and don't forget to check our calendar to stay up to date on all of our upcoming programs. |
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Free Community Yoga Six Thursday Sessions October 10th through November 14th at 10:30 Old Town Hall, 1111 Somerset Avenue You are invited to our introductory yoga sessions with No Place Like Om - Yoga with a Physical Therapist. Enjoy a 60 minute vinyasa (flow) class. Learn to pair breath with movement to help quiet your mind while gaining strength, flexibility, and having fun along the way. All levels are welcome - no previous yoga experience required. What to bring: - mat
- water
- comfortable clothes
- belt/strap
- blanket (for cranky knees)
- foam block
Registration Required Please call the Library at (508) 669-6421 |
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Tot Time Join Ms. Lorie Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 in September for songs, stories, and finger-plays for children between the ages of 18 months and 3 years. |
Story Time Preschoolers are invited to Story Time with Miss Lorie every Wednesday at 10:30 in September. Come listen to a few fun stories and create a fun craft to take home. |
Monday at the Movies Every Monday at 6:00 we will show a movie. Each child will receive tickets to claim a drink and snacks. The September listings are below. Visit the calendar to see the full lineup. |
The Garfield Movie September 9th 6:00 to 8:00 |
Alice in Wonderland September 16th 6:00 to 8:00 |
Kung Fu Panda 4 September 23rd 6:00 to 8:00 |
The Emperor's New Groove September 30th 6:00 to 8:00 |
Golf Tournament Fundraiser Sponsored by the Friends of the Dighton Public Library September 15th Hazelton Golf Course 327 Summer Street in Rehoboth Click HERE to register or visit the Library's website for more details. Registration deadline is Wednesday September 4th, so don't forget to sign up if you are interested. |
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Annual Meeting The Annual Meeting of the Friends of the Dighton Public Library will be on Thursday October 10th at 6:30 in the Library's Children's Section located in the lower level of Dighton Town Hall. All are welcome, and we always welcome new friends. All you really need to do is love the library and join us for a few meetings a year to help brainstorm and plan great events! |
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The Friends of the Dighton Public Library now has its own website. Click here to check it out and read all about the organization, upcoming meetings, events, programs, and everything the Friends do to help support the Library. There is even information about how to become a member for any who are interested. |
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The Friends are pleased to announce that their annual gift card fundraiser will be back this fall! More information to come, so stay tuned for updates and details. |
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The Friends Mailing Address Has Changed |
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If you send something to the Friends via mail, please use this address moving forward: Friends of the Dighton Public Library PO Box 695 Dighton, MA 02715 |
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Looking for something to do with the kids over the Labor Day weekend before the school year starts? The Friends of the Dighton Public Library sponsor many discount museum passes for a variety of zoos and museums, including the USS Constitution Museum, the Museum of Science, the Hall at Patriot Place, and many others. One of our newest and most popular passes is for the Hamilton Family Aquarium in Newport. Check them all out at www.dightonlibrary.org by clicking on "Museum Passes" at the top of the page to reserve your pass today or call (508) 669-6421 for more details. |
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Whether you are into fiction, nonfiction, or are looking for some children's books, we have something for you. Some of our newest and seasonal titles include: |
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The Library will be closed from Friday August 30th through Monday September 2nd in honor of Labor Day Weekend. We will reopen on Tuesday September 3rd and resume our regular operating hours. |
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Library Hours
| Sunday | Closed | | Monday | 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Tuesday | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | | Wednesday | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | | Thursday | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | | Friday | Closed | | Saturday | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Read the latest updates and information on our new library Here |
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Dighton Public Library
Temporary Location:
979 Somerset Ave.
Dighton, Massachusetts 02715
(508) 669-6421www.dightonlibrary.org/ |
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