Hamilton-Wenham Public Library
Newsletter
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 Join us for a Star Party
Thursday, August 16 from 8:15-9:30 pm.
A member of the North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club will give a presentation then everyone is invited to an observation session outside with some incredible telescopes. Hopefully we will have clear skies. This great program is suitable for all ages, families are welcome. Registration is requested, please call 978-468-5577 or email Kim at kclaire@mvlc.org. |
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September Booksale Dates
Saturday, September 15 from 9-3. The sale continues Monday thru Thursday, 10-8. Friends Member Preview: Friday, Sept. 14, 6-8 pm. You can join at the door or really be prepared and get your form here. Gently used donations of books and DVDs are currently being accepted during regular library hours.
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The Lorax [PG]
Thursday, Aug. 9
1-2:30 & 3-4:30
The Hunger Games [PG-13] Double feature:
Saturday, Aug. 18
10-12:30 & 1-3:30
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Children's Room Events
The Photography Contest is drawing to a close! Get your entries in before the Library closes at 8:00 on Tuesday, July 31.
The summer reading mascot, Silverwing, has recently been sighted about town at Talbot's and Jolie Tea Co. If you spot him, stop by the Library to enter a raffle.
14th Annual Vehicle Night Wed., Aug. 1 at 5:30. Join us in the parking lot for a festival of fire engines, emergency trucks, cruisers, snow plows, a United States Customs & Border Patrol K-9 Unit and more! Brought to you by the Fire, Police and Public Works departments of Hamilton and Weham, Dodge's Tree Service, Mix 104.1, and by the Department of Homeland Security.
Bubbleology Wed., Aug. 8 from 6:30-7:30. Join us for some of the largest bubbles you've ever seen! Explore the mysteries, science, and art of creating these incredible bubble sculptures.
Super Summer Ice Cream Party Wed., Aug. 15 from 6-8. Congratulations to all the readers! Join us for ice cream, fun, and surprises in this celebration of summer reading. Special thanks goes to Cherry Farm Creamery. Please note: You must pre-register for this activity and bring your reading log as your admission ticket to the party. See you there!
The Summer Store closes on Fri., Aug. 17 at 5. Cash in those Bat Bucks!
World Class Frisbee Show Thur., Aug. 23 from 2-3. Join Todd Brodeur, the two-time World Freestyle Frisbee Champion, as he demonstrates and teaches Frisbee tricks.
Questions? Stop by, or call 468-5577 x13, or email Lorraine Der, Children's Librarian at lder@mvlc.org.
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Teen News & Events
School required summer reading lists and copies of books will be on display for check out in the Teen area, visit the blog for complete lists linked to the catalog for quick requesting.
Art Pastels with Gregory Maichack. Thur., Aug. 2, 6-8. Get your hands on professional grade materials and amazing guidance from a professional artist. This workshop is suitable for absolute beginners to advanced artists. The theme is "Art of Georgia O'Keeffe: Modern American Abstraction". Registration is required and there is a $5 materials fee due at sign up.
The next Teen Think Tank meetings are on Thur., Aug. 9 and Sept. 6 from 6:30-7:45.
Settlers Game Club  A Settlers of Catan (click here to learn how to play) strategy board game club for teens (ages 11-19) will meet 10 to noon, on Sat. Aug. 4 & Sept. 8.
BOM: Battle-Gaming of Massachusetts
Sat. from 10- 4. 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.
Henna Tattoo Party & Bollywood Movie Tue., Aug. 28, 3:30-5:00.
Henna tattoos provided by Deepal Vora: There will be classic as well as contemporary designs to choose from, or if you have one of our own, Deepal can do that too. Deepal uses all-natural henna powder (no black henna) that is safe on the skin. A Bollywood movie will be shown while you wait your turn for a tattoo. This teen program is FREE. However, space is limited to 20 participants (ages 12-18). You must sign up to attend. Register at the Reference desk, or call 978-468-5577 x14, or email kclaire@mvlc.org.
Dying to get a jump on your academics? Sign up for a Practice PSAT, hosted by Kaplan, on Sat., Sept. 22 from 10:15-1:00. The testing is free & so are the results. A full-length proctored PSAT practice test shows students what to expect in a test-like environment. Students will receive a comprehensive analysis of their performance from Kaplan, detailing individual strengths and weaknesses. Please call or email to RSVP.
For more information contact Kim Claire, Young Adult Librarian at 978-468-5577 X14 or by email at kclaire@mvlc.org.
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Low Light Photography Workshop
On June 19, 8 teens attended the Library's Low Light/Paint with Light Photography Workshop with Toni Carolina. Two weeks later on July 3, the group met again to mount and hang their work in a show in the Young Adult area of the library. Stop by the teen area on the second floor of the library to view the low light/paint with light photographs, as well as the College Art major's summer show of freshman work currently on display. Both shows will be up through the end of August.
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Informal Job Networking Group
Thursdays: Aug. 2 & 16, 1:00-2:00
Whether you're seeking your next employment opportunity or looking to change jobs or careers, come meet up with others, share what you know, and gain insight & maybe a connection or two. There's no substitute for face-to-face communication. For more information contact: john.taylor.e@gmail.com or mary_stevens@comcast.net.
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Return to Vietnam: A Photo Essay
Friday, September 7, 10:15-Noon.
In 2011 historian Joe Carlin returned to Vietnam with his youngest son, Barry. They spent 19 days traveling 1,200 miles from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) documenting their adventures in pictures. Marvel at the beauty of the country, and the abundance & freshness of the markets! Learn about the daily life of the Vietnamese in the cities and in remote villages and see how these proud people are rebuilding their nation after more than a century of war and occupation.
This program is funded by the Friends of the H-W Library.
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 Biker Poet Night
Thursday, September 27, 7-8
Featuring Roadpoet K. Peddlar Bridges
Shifting Gears, Remembering Miles
"Stories, Poems and Memories from the days when Hot Rods, Custom Cars and Stock Cars were the Rulers of the Road and our Dreams were wrapped in sheet metal & chrome and our music was Rock n' Roll and Duel exhaust."
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Bookclubs
Summer Reading "Between the Covers with the Classics"To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee Tue., Aug. 7, 11-12:30. "Shoot all the bluejays you want if you can hit 'em, but remember it's a sin to kill a mockingbird." A young girl growing up in an Alabama town in the 1930s learns of injustice and violence when her father, a widowed lawyer, defends a black man falsely accused of rape."
Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie Tue., Aug. 21, 11-12:30. The Orient Express is mired in a snowdrift, millionaire Samuel Ratchett is dead, his berth is locked from the inside. The train is full of his enemies, and Hercule Poirot is challenged to find the killer. Mystery Mayhem meets Tue., Sept. 11 at 10:30. The theme is: "Playing with Death: Murder in the Sports World." Featured titles are: Harlan Coben's One False Move, Janet Evanovich's Motor Mouth, Dick Francis' Dead Cert, Tim Green's Double Reverse, James Swain's Loaded Dice, and Robert B. Parker's Playmates. The October 9th theme is: "It Must be One of Us: Mystery on Islands, Trains, and other Isolated Locales" with 5 other titles to delve into. Literary Luncheon meets Tue., Sept. 18 from 11:30-12:30, bring your brown-bag lunch. Leaving Van Gogh by Carol Wallace is a meticulously researched novel portraying Van Gogh's final days and the friendship that may or may not have destroyed him. The Oct. 16 meeting will discuss The Union Quilters by Jennifer Chiaverini. Monday Night Book Group meets the 4th Monday of every month at 7:15 pm. Sept. 24 will feature Dogtown by Elyssa East. The optional title for summer is Abby Aldrich Rockefeller by Bernice Kert. Oct. 22: Eternal on the Water by Joseph Monninger.
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6th Annual Kite Day!
Saturday, August 11, 10 - 4
Bring the whole family, and a neighbor or two, to the Birch Plains Field at the Beverly Airport for a festival of kites. Come as a spectator or a kite flyer, or build your own kite there for $5 per kit. Refreshments are available from "Something Different Cafe". This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Wenham COA, Hamilton COA, HW Recreation Department, the Hamilton Wenham Rotary Club, and the City of Beverly Recreation Department.
For more information call 978-468-5529. (Rain date: Sat. Aug. 18)
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October Dates to Save
Oktoberfest featuring the Bavarian Hofbrau Band, Fri. Oct. 5th, 10:15-Noon. After, adjourn to the Community House for a traditional German luncheon for $10 per person. Please RSVP with the Community House for lunch: 978-468-4818.
Star Wars Symposium Sat. Oct. 13 from 1-3. For ages 6 and older, families are welcome. Featuring: Costume Contest, Show & Tell, Historical Presentation, Trivia Contest, Video Gaming.
Author Thomas Foley (Retired Col. of the Mass. State Police) Most Wanted: Pursing Whitey Bulger, the Murderous Mob Chief the FBI Secretly Protected Tue., Oct. 16 from 7-8.
Author Erin Dolan When America Met China: An Exotic History of Tea, Drugs, and Money in the Age of Sail Wed. Oct. 10 from 7-8. (This book is not published yet.)
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Ongoing Programs
Drop in once, twice, or become a 'regular'. *Schedule Change* Mondays 11-1 Mothers' Club: Infants Social time for moms and newborns to 1 year. (The Thursdays didn't work out - back to Mondays!) Tuesdays 10-12 Mothers' Club: Toddlers Social time for moms and little ones 1 to 3 years old.
Wednesdays 10-Noon Bridge Bring a partner or find one here.
Wednesdays 1-3 Knitting Group For experienced or beginning knit or crochet folk. Bring your UFOs (UnFinished Objects) and get back on track. 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. Saturdays 10-4 Teen Battle-Gaming group for patrons 12-19 years old. |
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