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Support the Southborough Library Fund
Coming to you in the mail any day now, is a flyer promoting the Southborough Library Fund, a non-profit, tax-exempt fund under the umbrella of the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts. The goal is to raise $40,000 by January 31, 2012, to fund a planning study for the future needs of the Library. This year the Southborough Library celebrates 100 years at its present location in the center of our community. We eagerly anticipate that in the next century, the Library will continue to serve as the intellectual, cultural, and social center of the town. If you do not receive the flyer, you can print one out now. Or, you can simply donate online.
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You Can Never Have Too Many Friends
Are you thinking about becoming a member of our Friends of the Library but would like to know more? On Saturday, December 3 the Friends are hosting a "Get Acquainted" event. This is a chance to meet members of the Friends and ask questions about the group and about the Library.
Please consider becoming a Friend of the Library and helping the group make good things happen! Dues are $5 per year.
The Friends support the Library and promote its vital role in our community by providing materials, performances and programs for the community. Through their book and cookie sales, Friends of the Southborough Library provide funding for our museum pass program, featuring free or reduced-admission at 16 destinations for family fun, as well as pizza, drinks and other goodies for children's book discussion groups and teen events, and much more.
JOIN by filling out a form at the Library front desk, or sign up on Dec. 3. If you would like more information but can't join us on Dec. 3, please call Library Director Jane Cain at 508. 485.5031. |
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New at the Library...
For Adults:
Ten Letters: The Stories Americans Tell Their President by Eli Saslow
The Table Comes First: Family,France and the Meaning of Food
by Adam Gopnik
The Infernals by John Connolly
For Teens:
The Death Cure by James Dashner
Inheritance by Christopher Paolini
Orange Houses by Paul Griffin
For Children:
Sprinkles and Secrets
by Lisa Schroeder
Star Wars: Character Encyclopedia
by Simon Beecroft
My Rhinoceros
by Jon Agee |
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Our Front Entrance is Closing for the Winter
 For the safety of our patrons, the Library's front entrance will be closed during times of snow and ice. We apologize for any inconvenience, but we do not want anyone to slip on our front granite stairs which often become slippery in the wet, cold weather. In addition, getting in and out of cars parked on Common Street can be dangerous when snowbanks narrow the roadway. Library Trustees have been told by the Facilities Dept. that money to re-lay the bricks on the Library's front walkway, as well as fix the dripping over the front steps, will be available in FY14. In case of an emergency, patrons will be able to exit through the front doors, as well as the side entrance. For that reason, a narrow path will be kept shoveled out front. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. |
Tell Us What You Think...
We need your feedback on this newsletter and the Southborough Library in general, e.g., our holdings, events, etc. Send us your thoughts in an email to info@southboroughlib.org or call Library Director Jane Cain at 508.485.5031 - any time!
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 It's Holiday Time at the Library
Begin your holiday season at the Southborough Library! The annual Christmas tree decorating party will be held on Saturday, December 3. Children who want to make a holiday ornament to place on the Library's tree should arrive, with a parent or guardian, between 10:30 a.m. and noon. (At noon, Santa will be arriving by helicopter at St. Mark's field - across the street from the Library.) Join us for this annual day of fun crafts and delicious treats! The beautifully decorated tree will be on display in the front room throughout the holiday season.
Be sure to visit the Friends of the Library, who will have a table set up to welcome new and returning members. Do you love the Library? Want to share your time and talent in making it an even more wonderful place? Join us on Saturday, December 3, to renew your membership or become a new member of the Friends! |
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Holiday closings
Please note that the Library will be closed on December 23, 24, 25, and 26 for Christmas. The Library also will be closed on December 31 and January 1 and 2 for New Year's. Please plan accordingly. |
December is Amnesty Month
Time to bring in your overdue books, DVDs, etc.
At the end of 2011 the Southborough Library, along with more than 100 other libraries, will be joining a new network called Evergreen. This new system will require all library patrons to have a library card. If you have lost your card, come to the Library from now until December 31 and we will replace your card for FREE!
In addition to replacing lost library cards, we are offering an amnesty program to settle Southborough Library fines. During the first two weeks of December, bring in a non-perishable food item or paper goods (tissue, paper towels, for example) and we will forgive your fines on Southborough items. Donated items will go to the Southborough Food Bank. Thank you for your help!
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Local historian Donna McDaniel will discuss her new book, Southborough Memories
Wednesday, Dec. 7, 7 p.m.
Southborough's own Donna McDaniel will discuss her new book, Southborough Memories, at the Southborough Library on Wednesday, December 7, beginning at 7 p.m. in the main reading room. The book focuses on stories and events from 1900 to 1940, and contains interviews with 40 Southborough seniors. The book would make a great gift for anyone with ties to the town. Donna has lived in Southborough for 39 years, and she has the distinction of being the first female selectman in Southborough. She writes a bi-weekly column for the Northborough/Southborough Villager. The talk is free and open to the public. No registration required. |
December at the Library
For Children:
10:30 a.m. Preschool Story Times for children ages 2-5 and their families: Mondays, December 5 and 12; Tuesdays, December 6 and 13; and Wednesdays, December 7 and 14 ; 10:30 a.m.
Baby & Toddler Time for infants to 2 year olds and their families: Thursdays, December 1, 8, 15 at 11:00 a.m.
Build with LEGOs on Tuesday, December 13, from 3:45-5:00 p.m., at the Library. Please register in the Children's Room. Ages 5 and up are welcome, accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Please visit or call the Library at 508.485.5031, ext. 2, to register.
Winter Vacation Events: 
What's a great movie for winter vacation? Happy Feet! Come to the library on Wednesday, December 28 at 2:30 p.m. to watch this fun movie. Popcorn will be served and there will be hot chocolate to keep you warm!
On Thursday, December 29, the Children's Room will have a drop-in craft day. Children and their parents/guardians are invited to come in between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and make some cool winter crafts.
For Teens:
Teen Advisory Group (T.A.G.) Meeting on Tuesday, December 6, 6:30 p.m. Ages 11-18 are welcome to join this group of teens to make book suggestions and plan teen events at the Library. Call 508.485.5031, ext. 4, or visit the Library to sign up.
For Adults:
The Library Board of Trustees meets on Tuesday, December 20, 6:00 p.m., at the Library. Meetings are open to the public and are held in the small downstairs meeting room.
Book Discussion Groups:
The First Wednesday Book Group will discuss Christmas Train by David Baldacci on Wednedsay, December 7, 10 a.m., at the Library. 
The Senior Center Book Group will discuss Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand, on Wednesday, December 14, 11 a.m. at the Senior Center.
The YA Book Group will discuss The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan and The Enemy by Charlie Higson on Wednesday, December 7, 6:30 p.m., at the Library. Pizza and soda provided by Southborough Dominos on Route 9.
The 4th-6th Grade Book Group will meet to discuss The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket on Thursday, December 15, 6:30 p.m., at the Library. Pizza and soda provided by the Friends of the Library.
The 2nd & 3rd Grade Book Group will meet on Wednesday, December 14, 6:30 p.m., at the Library to talk about Bud Barkin, Private Eye by James Howe.
For more information about these events, check the Library Web site - www.southboroughlib.org - and click on Upcoming Events in the right-hand column.
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 Teens: Please like us on Facebook!Thanks to Ms. Naomi and Library Page Anne LoVerso, the Southborough Library is now on Facebook! It's a great way for teens to learn about upcoming events planned just for them, see some of the great new books suggested by the TAG group, and keep up-to-date with young adult news at the Library. Visit our Facebook page |
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 INSIDE STORY Speaker Series Draws Big Crowd
Our thanks to Tom Prince, pictured to the right, the featured speaker at the November 16 INSIDE STORY Speaker Series at the Library. Tom, owner of Tomasso Trattoria and Panzano food specialty store on Route 9, shared '10 Lessons Learned by a Successful Entrepreneur.' The speaker series is organized by the Southborough Business Network, a group of volunteers working on making the Library more relevant to businesses in the community. If you wish to get involved, please feel free to attend the next planning meeting, scheduled for Thursday, December 1, 7 p.m., at the Library.
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