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Everything You Want to Know About Weatherizing Your Home But Didn't Know Who to Ask.

Saturday, Oct. 1,  9:30 am- 2 pm  Topics include:
Thermal Imaging
: How to access and interpret the data
Energy Efficiency: Analysis, tools, techniques, and measurements
Home Auditing: Audit options, choosing a contractor, rebates and incentives
A Home Owner Experience: MassSave Audit and navigating the rebates
Financing Your Project: Overview of special energy efficiency funding
Real Estate Impacts: Energy efficiency ratings and home values
Residential Solar Energy: Overview,  options and incentives

Presented by H-W GREEN.
In This Issue
Oktoberfest!
Stone Walls of N.E.
Gluten Free Workshops
LinkedIn Workshops
Cash Prize Mobile Contest
Children's Room
Early Childhood Partners
Teen News
Green Grant Awarded
Book Clubs
Ongoing programs & groups
Columbus
Day
Please note the Library will be closed Monday, Oct. 10 in observance of Columbus Day.

    
10th Anniversary Gala!  Sunday, Nov. 6, from 1-4 pm.
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It's ok if you forgot our anniversary, you're welcome to the celebration just the same.  Some events include: announcement of the Mobile Contest winners, keynote address by local author Holly Robinson, author of The Gerbil Farmer's Daughter (copies are available to check out), and a rousing grand finale performance at 3:00 by O'Carroll's Irish Magic Show. "Enchanting magic and lively comedy introduces a clan of classical characters from Irish children's literature."  There will also be informative displays, walks down memory lane and light refreshments.
Hofbrau band
Community Oktoberfest!

Fri. Oct. 7,  10:15-noon. Our first ever Oktoberfest featuring the Bavarian Hofbrau Band. Get your lederhosen out of mothballs, call a 'freund' and come dancing.

The festival continues at the Community House's Oktoberfest luncheon. Wunderbar! Call the Community House to reserve your spot for lunch ($7) 468-4818. 

 

Stone wall
Stone Walls of New England
by Author & Tradesman Kevin Gardner

Weds. Oct. 12, 7-8:30 pm. 

Old stone walls zigzag the landscape, but what do you really know about them?

Gardner considers the mythology of the stone wall and its place in the New England imagination: why we revere the miles of old farm walls that wander through our woods and fields; and why we are driven to preserve, restore, and duplicate them.  As he talks he will construct a wall in miniature. His presentation is based on his book, Granite Kiss: Traditions and Techniques of Building Stone Walls, copies are available right now for checkout.  This program has been funded by the Friends of the H-W Library.

 

Ellen Allard
What's All This About Gluten Free?
Join us for a duo of FREE workshops.
'Baking'  Wed. Oct. 5,  7-8:30 pm
'Cooking'  Wed. Oct. 19,  7-8:30 pm
Yes, there will be samples.*  
Celiacs and gluten-intolerant cooks have been reinventing cooking & baking techniques and ingredients to fit their specific dietary needs. To learn more about how to adapt your recipes or what going gluten-free is all about we have Ellen Allard, the Gluten Free Diva, presenting two workshops. Registration is requested: please stop by, call
978-468-5577, or
email [email protected].  For a primer on what she's all about see her brimming blog: www.glutenfreediva.com.

This program has been generously funded by the Friends of the H-W Library.

 

**UPDATE** currently the class is "full" which means the samples have been spoken for, Ellen is providing them for 25 people.  However, folks are welcome to attend just the same to hear the information and be part of the fun.       

 

Thank You For Supporting the Book Sale!
The revenues generated by the Friends of the Library are used for a range of supplemental items like museum passes (we have 19!), photocopiers, performers, summer reading program events, and other things. Pop in to find out what's going on at their next meeting on Monday, Oct. 17, 7-8 pm.  Thank you to everyone who donated items, sorted & moved the books, and everyone who turned out for the bargains. 

 

Linked
LinkedIn Workshop
Saturday Oct. 22& 29, 10-noon.
Sheila Garofalo leads a two session workshop on joining LinkedIn.  Participants will learn how to create a complete professional profile, and how to optimize that profile for job searching and professional online networking. If you have a laptop or other portable device please bring it, however it is not required.  To register or for further information about this workshop, please contact Sheila at 978-927-9971. 

 

mobile
Mobile Contest Open to Teens and Adults 

A mobile is defined as "a piece of kinetic sculpture having balanced objects/shapes, suspended in midair by wire or twine, from a number of rods, so that the individual parts can move independently, as when stirred by a breeze." -Alexander Calder

Create a hanging mobile based on your favorite book or series. The mobiles will be judged on artistry, interpretative elements from the book, movement and balance.  There are three winning categories: grades 6-8, 9-12 and College/Adult.  Contest ends Monday, Oct. 24 at 5 pm.  Contest entry forms with complete rules can be found here.

Children's Room Events 

     

Registration for Fall Storytimes has begun!  Pick up a schedule at the Library or view one online at http://hwkidsroom.blogspot.com/. We have weekday programs for newborns to three and up and programs for gradeschoolers as well. The complete list of events is here.
Xenda Laramie returns for Rhythm & Rhyme Tues. from 3-4 on Oct. 4 thru Nov. 15.  45 minute story-and-craft program is for preschoolers and kindergartners.
LegoMania for grades 1-5: Wed. from 3-4 on Oct. 12, 26, Nov. 9. Create a masterpiece, share ideas & designs, work individually or as a team.  This is a non-competitive, non-robotics program, created to share the joy of Legos.  

World of Wizarding
for grades 2-5. Wed. from 3-4 on Oct.  5 &19, Nov. 2 &16. Muggles welcome!
 
CHESS for Kids!
For grades 1-6 learn the basics and strategy. Every Thurs. in Oct. from 3:30-4:30, former student and experienced players are most welcome to attend. The flier is here
 
Special Events: 
11th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest! 
Put down the knife! No carvings will be accepted.  Open to all ages, pumpkins will be up on display starting Oct. 1. Bring your creation by as soon as it's ready. 
The flier and rules are here.
Dads & Donuts Sat. Oct. 15, 11-noon.  The theme will be Teddy Bears! Bring your favorite stuffed friends along.  Snacks follow story time; moms are invited, too.
Halloween Stories & Craft Sat. Oct. 29 from 11-noon. Featuring spooky stories on the gentler side & a fun craft.  


Questions?  Stop by, or call 468-5577 x13, or email Lorraine Der, Children's Librarian at [email protected].

Early Childhood Partners Workshops
Parents and caregivers are invited to these free workshops, which also provide childcare for your convenience. For additional information for any of these events please contact Cynthia Griffin at ECP: 978-468-5489.
Fri. Oct. 21, 10:30-11:30 Why do children do the things they do?  Covering: Goals of behavior, developmental issues, personality, & outside influences.

Fri. Nov. 18, 10:30-11:30 Communication: 1) Listening Helping children express feelings appropriately and effectively & Helping parents & caregivers feel heard and understood. 2) Getting the Messages Across Expressing feelings and wishes to children effectively & Effective communication with other adults around parenting and childcare issues.

Fri. Dec. 2, 10:30-11:30 Promoting Resilience in Children  Resilience is the capacity to face, overcome and actually be strengthened by adversity. Children may face parental divorce, a catastrophe, teasing, or challenging relationships - to name a few. How parents and other caregivers respond to situations can help children develop resiliency. (Childcare is not available during this particular workshop.)

Fri. Dec. 16, 10:30-11:30  Positive Discipline that Works How to set limits, teach appropriate behavior, & help children become self-disciplined.

Teen News & Events  

 

Teen Think Tank Meeting   

Thur. Oct. 6, from 6:30-7:45 pm. Join us for a slice of pizza and a brainstorming session. The purpose of the TTT is to work with the Librarian to improve the programs and services designed specifically for teens. November's meeting is on the 3rd.  

 

Deadline Approaches for Mobile Contest 

There is still ample time to create a mobile inspired by your favorite book or series, entries are due Oct. 24, 2011 at 5 pm.  There will be three winners: grades 6-8, 9-12 & College/Adult. Details are on the teen blog at http://informedteenshwlibrary.blogspot.com/.    

 

Thursday Evening Movies 5:30-7:30 (approx.) Clicking on any title will bring you to the EventKeeper Calendar for full details, rating, and summary. 

Sept. 29 Rango 

Oct. 13 Thor  

Oct. 20 Fast Five 

Oct. 27 Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides 

Nov. 10 Red Riding Hood  

 

 

BOM: Battle-Gaming of Massachusetts

Saturdays from 10 am- 4 pm. Play and learn a variety of tabletop strategy battle games such as Warhammer 40k, Warhammer Fantasy, and Brikwars.  To join this illustrious group of gamers, simply show up. Membership is free.  If you do not know how to play any of the games, one of the members will be happy to teach you. For more information visit the club website at http://massbattles.webs.com/.   

 

For more information contact Kim Claire, Young Adult Librarian at 978-468-5577 X14 or by email at [email protected].    

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Green Grant Awarded

Our Library was awarded a one-year LSTA (Library Services and Technology Act) grant entitled "How Green is My Library". The federal funds of $6,166 are provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.  The grant begins on Oct. 1, 2011, so stay tuned for exciting new program and resource information.
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The Book Clubs
Monday Night Book Group  7:15-8:30 pm

Oct. 24  Major Pettigrew's Last Stand by Helen Simonson. "The Major epitomizes the Englishman with the "stiff upper lip". The story centers around Pettigrew's fight to keep his greedy relatives from selling a valuable family heirloom. The embattled hero discovers an unexpected ally and source of consolation in his neighbor, Jasmina Ali. On the surface, Pettigrew and Ali's backgrounds and life experiences couldn't be more different, but they discover that they have the most important things in common. This [is a] wry, yet optimistic comedy of manners with a romantic twist. " -Amazon.com

 ~Optional Fall Title~  Fun Home  by Alison Bechdel.

Nov. 21 Abigail Adams  by Woody Holton.  "Prof. Woody Holton (NBA-finalist for Unruly Americans) reveals that American icon Abigail Adams was far wiser and wilier than previously known." -Catalog

 

Literary Luncheon Book Group 

3rd Tuesday at 11:30.  Bring your brown-bag lunch: beverages and dessert will be provided.

Oct. 18 Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson.  The book details "Mortenson's one-man mission to counteract extremism by building schools, especially for girls, throughout the breeding ground of the Taliban" -Catalog. In early 2011 allegations of deceit were brought against Mortenson, by both 60 Minutes and Jon Krakauer. We'll talk about the book and the controversy at the meeting.  Extra copies are currently available for check out at the Library.  

Nov. 15  One Amazing Thing by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni   Nine random people, trapped by an earthquake in the Indian consulate, share their stories as they await rescue.   

 

The Mystery Mayhem book club is reforming!  The first meeting will be on Tues. Oct. 11, from 10:30-11:30.   Share your favorite books & learn about great mysteries you may have overlooked. If you are interested call Nancy at the Library, the reading list is currently in development.

 

Ongoing Programs
Drop in once, twice, or become a 'regular'.
Mondays 11-1 Mother's Club: Infants  Social time for moms and newborns to 1 year.
Mondays noon-2:30 Knitting Group For experienced or beginning knit or crochet folk. Bring your UFOs (UnFinished Objects) and get back on track.
Tuesdays 10-12 Mother's Club: Toddlers Social time for moms and little ones 1 to 3 years old.
Tuesdays 4-6 German Playgroup German language skills practice for you & your children.  

Wednesdays 10-noon Chess Club for all abilities.

Wednesdays 6-7 Eating Disorders Anonymous support group. 

Thursdays 10-noon Cribbage: play this unique card game with a lively group of fun-loving people. All are welcome, no experience necessary to join.