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Get in out of the cold! Come work, read or just relax in a comfortable chair in our browsing cafe. Grab a cup of coffee or hot chocolate for only $1. A portion of each purchase goes to support the Friends of the Library.
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Our Sponsors
Join the Friends! Click here.
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Andre Dubus Opens 16 in '16!
 On Tuesday, Feb. 16 at 7 p.m., our year-long reading challenge 16 in '16 will begin with a night of discussion featuring acclaimed author Andre Dubus III.
Join us for a talk with the author of The House of Sand & Fog and Townie.
Register today! The first 50 people to register for this event will receive a free 16 in '16 tote bag that night.
The House of Sand & Fog was made into a movie, and Dubus' novel The Garden of Last Days is soon to be made into a film. His memoir, Townie, was a New York Times bestseller and Editors' Choice. Dubus' latest, Dirty Love, was published in 2013. Dirty Love was also a NYT Editors' Choice, as well as a Notable Fiction pick by the Washington Post.
16 in '16 is the Flint Memorial Library's year-long reading challenge for adults. In addition to several events, there will be many ways to switch up your reading habits and challenge yourself in 2016.
Last year, patrons read 2,384 books during the 15 in '15 reading challenge! Can we beat that in 2016?
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ISIS: What Is It? 
Join North Reading social studies teacher Nick Damiano for a lively and informative discussion about the rise of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS). He will discuss the militant group's roots, what it controls, and where its support comes from. There will be time for questions after the presentation.
Register today. |
Literary Meetup
Interested in meeting others who share your literary interests? The library is looking to start a third book club geared towards readers in their 20s and 30s. Those interested should contact Adrienne at a@acallahan.com or 978-276-3135. |
Friends of the Library Needs You!
The Friends of the Library is looking for a few good volunteers! The group is looking for new board members to help organize events, fundraisers and other items.
Unable to give time for the board? Any time would be appreciated! Contact the Friends today and help your library's volunteer organization. Friends President Karen Vitale can be reached at katill8@verizon.net. |
Holiday Hours 
The Flint Memorial Library will be closed in observance of Presidents' Day on Monday, Feb. 15.
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Happening At The Library
Please visit EventKeeper to keep up-to-date with all library events, including monthly book discussions and craft group meetings. |
Children's Room
Winter Storytime I:
Join us for our Winter Storytime Session I!
Session I:
Afternoon Preschool Storytime will be held on Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 19, Jan. 26, Feb. 2 and Feb. 9. Morning Preschool Storytime
will be held on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. on Jan. 20, Feb. 3 and Feb. 10. (There is no storytime on Jan. 27.)
Toddler Storytime will be held on Thursdays at 10 a.m. on Jan. 21, Jan. 28, Feb. 4 and Feb. 11. The Family Resource Network will be conduct a Morning Preschool Storytime on Feb. 3! Thank you, FRN!
To register for storytimes, please go to our website: www.flintmemoriallibrary.org and visit the calendar. Click the "register" button on the storytime you'd like to attend! Forgot to register? Don't worry, you can still attend! Registration is used to give us an idea of how many supplies to have on hand for crafts.
Drop-in Craft:
 Drop in anytime between 3 and 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 17 to create your own papier mache moon & stars decoration.
Registration is not required.
Warning: Some crafts may contain small parts. Please do not leave children unattended.
Our next drop-in craft will be Wednesday, March 16 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Music with Dara:
Select Fridays - next session is Feb. 12 at 10:30 a.m.
Dara's events are sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Lego Club:
 Our popular Lego Club will be Monday, Feb. 29 from 4 to 5 p.m. All ages welcome, no registration necessary! This club will be held on the last Monday of every month during the school year. Please check our online calendar for any changes to dates.
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Just for Teens
Our Teen Room has several clubs just for middle and high school students.
Teen Book Club
Do you love to read? Do you love to talk about books and what you're reading?
Our new Teen Book Club and discussion group is just for you! Our next meeting will be held on Feb. 25 at 3:30 p.m.
Doctor Who Club
Our popular Doctor Who Club is currently in hiatus! We will be back soon - check this space and our website for new dates.
In the meantime, check out one of the Doctor Who novelizations or encyclopedias available in the Teen Room, located next to the life-sized TARDIS.
Teen Coloring Club
De-stress after school and sports. Take a break from homework and studying with our new Teen Coloring Club. Coloring for teens is taking the world by storm and we're happy to give teens a place to meet, color and relax!
Our Teen Coloring Club will normally meet on second Tuesday of the month. The next session is Tuesday, Feb. 9 and will focus on creating Heart Zentangles at 6:30 p.m.
Magic: The Gathering Card Club
Learn the ins and outs of Magic: The Gathering in our monthly card club. Already a player? Then play with others and compete. This monthly club is run by a teenage expert.
Our Magic: The Gathering Club will meet on Wednesdays twice a month. The next sessions are Wednesday, Feb. 10 and Feb. 24 at 3:30 p.m.
February Vacation Events
Join the Youth Services department and the North Reading Youth Services department for two Grade 6+ events during February school vacation:
Wednesday, Feb. 17 - Teen "Pub" Trivia at
noon
Thursday, Feb. 18 - Teen Movie Night at
7 p.m.
Changes or updates to times and dates of our new teen clubs will be announced on flintmemoriallibrary.org and in our Youth Services e-newsletter.
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The Library Comes Home With You
The library is not just held within these four walls at 147 Park St. We have several online programs to help you take the library home with you.
 You can download and stream music with our freegal program, as well as checkout an unlimited number of magazines with Zinio. 
Download the freegal music app on your iPhone or Android. If you'd rather use your computer, click here. You'll be asked to enter your zip code and choose your library. Then enter the barcode number from the back of your library card. From there, you're good to go! You'll be able to download five songs per week, and stream three hours of music a day. For help using freegal, click here. Top 5 Albums at Flint Memorial Library: To take advantage of our new magazine program, you'll need a web browser and your library card handy. Browse the library's selection of e-magazines here, create your Zinio account linked to your library card, and start checking out magazines. If you need help, just visit our site for hints or see us at the library.
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Reserve Our Meeting Room Online
Do you want to use the Flint Memorial Library activity room for a group meeting or event?
It's easier than ever to book! Just click here to request use of the room. You'll receive an email confirmation and one of our staff members will reply with a response to your request. |
| Youth Services Newsletter
Stay up to date with everything happening in the Youth Services Department.
Sign up for our new newsletter, Wise Owls, which will highlight events, new books and other information specifically for our children and teen patrons.
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Looking forward to seeing you at the library,
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