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Memorial Day
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We honor those who have died for our country. Our summer hours begin this weekend: We will be closed Saturday, May 25 and Monday, May 27. We'll see you Tuesday at 1:00 pm! |
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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
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UPCOMING EVENTS see all events in our calendar. |
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Special Programs in May |
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The Poop Museum
(5-10 year olds) Saturday, May 4 at 11:00 am
Join Susie Maguire, award-winning storyteller and teacher, for a fun, educational program. The Poop Museum covers the serious science of poop and pooping and is delivered with the silliness that you might imagine accompanying a program about poop for kids. It is the perfect combination of fun and fabulous, fascinating facts. Aimed at the 5-10 age group, the program engages kids as young as 3 and as old as 12. Parents love it too.
Please register on our calendar. |
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SENSational Storytime with a Yoga Twist
Wednesday, May 8 at 4:00 pm
The Arc of the South Shore and Little Bee Yoga present a magical story time followed by a fun and therapeutic yoga class all designed to bring the featured book to life!
Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Parents & siblings/friends of all ages & abilities are welcome. We provide visuals, modifications, support and asssistance in order to maximize the therapeutic experience for all. Please let us know how we can help!
This month's book is Little White Rabbit by Kevin Henkes. Each family will receive a copy of the book and a take home sensory kit.
Little Bee Yoga is fun-filled and motivates children to be active, build confidence, and manage the spectrum of emotions in their day-to-day activities. It is stress management for kids. It incorporates cardio conditioning and fun music to teach the children the traditional benefits of yoga: meditation, breathing techniques, peace and relaxation.
Please email Janine Birmingham at jbirmingham@arcsouthshore.org to register. |
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Regular Children's Room Programs |
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Picture Book Storytime
(3& 4 year olds) Mondays at 10:15 am
Picture books, big books, flannel board stories, rhymes with movement, and more. Caregivers generally do not accompany children.
Drop in; no registration needed. |
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Patty-Cake
(babies) Mondays at 11:00 am
Nursery rhymes with movement, board books, finger plays and more for babies, newborn to 17 months, with a caregiver.
Drop in; no registration needed. |
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Kids Yoga
(3-6 year olds) Mondays at 11:00 am
Miss Christine from Little Bee Yoga will lead us in poses, games, music, stories, breathing exercises, meditations, and relaxations. Please bring a yoga mat or towel.
Drop in; no registration needed.
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Storytime!
(5-6 year olds) Mondays at 4:30 pm
After-school storytime for kindergarten and first grade students.
Drop in; no registration needed. |
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Lego Day
(all ages) Tuesdays at 4:00 pm
Come in and build with Lego for an hour (brocks privded). Completed projects will be displayed in the children's room.
Drop-in, no registration needed. |
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Toddler Time
(18-35 months) Wednesdays at 10:15 am
Simple picture books, big books, finger plays, songs and movement for children 18-35 months with a parent/caregiver.
Drop-in, no registration needed. |
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Chess Club
(6-12 year olds) Every Other Monday at 6:00 pm
Doug Southall leads a chess club approximately every two weeks. Each meeting will begin with a brief lesson on some aspect of the game, followed by free play.
Drop-in, no registration needed. |
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Bingo!
(8-12 year olds) Every Third Friday at 4:00 pm
Join Director Virginia Johnson as she calls Bingo every month! Snacks and prizes provided.
Drop-in, no registration needed. |
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Teen Movie Night
Last Wednesday at 6:00 pm
Every month, we feature a different movie; for May it's Ghostbusters: Afterlife! Hang out, enjoy some snacks, and maybe win the door prize!
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IN PERSON: Financial Wellness Series
First Wednesday at 6:00 pm
Financial Literacy series - Dinner will be provided! Topic for May: Political Policy Update and Financial Planning Considerations.
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IN PERSON: Felting Workshop: Sea Turtle
Tuesday, May 7; Two sessions: 3:30 and 6:00 pm
Join The Felted Bee to make an adorable needle-felted sea turtle! This program is full, but you are welcome to join the waitlist!
Registration is required. |
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VIRTUAL: Book Recommendations with Bookstagrammer, Jody Blanchette, aka @redreadreviews
Tuesday, May 7 at 7:00 pm
Not sure what to read next? Jody is an Instagram reviewer and Book Club leader. Join her for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - every genre and interest! We're sure you'll find something to like from Jody's many enthusiastic reviews.
Please register.
Thanks to the Ashland Public Library for sharing this program! |
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VIRTUAL: Romance Book Recommendations with Lorelei's Lit Lair
Tuesday, May 7 at 7:00 pm
Affectionately referred to as a passionate Romance Ambassador, Lorelei has been offering book recommendations, author spotlights, giveaways and connecting authors with readers through social media since 2010, providing a safe and friendly environment for book lovers around the globe. You can also join her Free Membership at Lorelei's Lit Lair.
Please register
Thanks to the Ashland Public Library for sharing this program! |
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IN PERSON: Crafternoon
Thursday, May 9 at 4:00 pm
Join us for an afternoon of crafting! In honor of Asian American/Pacific Islander month, we'll be creating origami hearts!
Drop in; no registration needed.
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IN PERSON: Hanover Historic Walking Trails Workshop
Monday, May 13 at 6:30 pm
Hanover Historical Society has received a Cultural Council grant to create 6 new walking tours of Hanover. Join us to brainstorm where they should be! |
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VIRTUAL: Haunted Happenings with Jeff DePaoli
Thursday, May 16 at 6:30 pm
Midsummer Scream is the world's largest Halloween & Horror Convention, often described as Southern California's kick-off of the Halloween season. Join David Markland, Executive Director & Co-Founder of Midsummer Scream, and Jeff DePaoli, host of "That Halloween Podcast", as they talk all about these fantastic haunted experiences around the country!
Please register.
Thanks to the Ashland Public Library for sharing this program! |
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VIRTUAL: Author Talk: Camilla Evergreen, How to Find Love When You're Weird
Monday, May 20 at 7:00 pm
In honor of Autism Awareness Month, we are thrilled to be chatting with romance author Camilla Evergreen, whose book "How to Find Love When You're Weird" makes it clear that people on the spectrum are worthy of love and a happily ever after.
Please register.
Thanks to the Ashland Public Library for sharing this program!
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IN PERSON: Out of This World Science Fiction/Fantasy Book Club
Monday, May 20 at 6:30 pm
Join us as we discuss science fiction and fantasy titles! Our title for May is Starter Villain by John Scalzi. |
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IN PERSON: Cookbook Club
Tuesday, May 27 at 6:30 pm
Cookbook Club meets on the last Tuesday of the month! Try out new recipes and bring the results to share! |
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VIRTUAL: Author Talk: Bob Eckstein, Footnotes from the Most Fascinating Museums
Wednesday, May 29 at 7:00 pm
Join author Bob Eckstein as he celebrates his most recent release, Footnotes from the Most Fascinating Museums: Stories and Memorable Moments from People Who Love Museums.
Please register
Thanks to the Ashland Public Library for sharing this program!
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Don't Throw Those Eclipse Glasses Away!
We'll be collecting them through June 30th, then donating them to Eclipse Glasses USA, so thatothers, especially children, can enjoy future eclipse events in other parts of the world. Our collection tub is in the Lobby.
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Friends of the JCFL Corner
As always, check out the ever-changing content in the Booksale Room! It's a great place to grab abook, especially as we enter picnic and - date I say it - beach season!
Are you interested in joining the Friends? Application forms are available at the Library.
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Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Thursday, May 2 at 4:15 pm
Monthly meeting of the Board of Library Trustees - Agenda available on the Town of Hanover website 48 hours in advance.
MEETING INFORMATION: In-person at John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA in the Trustees Room. Virtual Meeting address: https://hanover-magov.zoom.us/j/88073300181?pwd=SFYzcDJrNE45eWVEZG1WUTJVYnBndz09
Telephone: Dial one of the following phone numbers: 929-205-6099; 312-626-6799; 301-715- 8592; 346-248-7799; 669-900-6833; 253-215-8782. If you are a dial-in participant and would like to ask a question, please press *9 to enter the question queue. If you are a dial-in participant and would like to mute/unmute, please press *6 to toggle.
Meeting ID: 880 7330 0181 / Passcode: jcfl
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Programming Disability Statement |
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The John Curtis Free Library does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing a reasonable modification to participate in our events, services or documentation. Please contact Director Virginia Johnson @ 781-826-2972, ext. 6 or vjohnson@hanover.ocln.org at least two weeks before an event to arrange for modification or at any time if you need accessible documents.
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