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10th Anniversary
Celebration Schedule
Join us for one or all of the following special events on Saturday, June 1, 2013
IN THE WAKELIN ROOM
Flute and Piano Concert
2:00 PM
Linda-Bento, flute; Vytas Baksys, piano
Stephen C. Collins as Walt Whitman
4:00 PM
Stephen's performances capture attention not only for his resemblance to Walt Whitman, but for the portrayal of the character that brings Whitman within arm's reach to the audience.
Richard Clark as Mark Twain
4:45 PM
Samuel Clemens, aka Mark Twain, brought us the much beloved characters of Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer. Richard Clark's performance brings Mr. Clemens to life.
Boston Impromtu
5:30 PM
Tap your feet tand sing along to the music of the Boston-based jazz combo, specializing in the great American Songbook.
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IN THE CHILDREN'S ROOM
Join us on this celebratory day in the Children's Room! Story-time with
Clifford The Big Red Dog 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM Meet everyone's favorite Big Red Dog from the beloved books by Norman Bridwell, first published in 1962.
Cake and Candles Crown Craft
4:00 PM to 6:15 PM
Make a suitable party hat! Give everyone in your family the royal treatment with this customized crown.
Story-time with
Mother Goose
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM This interactive visit is filled with songs, stories and rhymes. Mother Goose is portrayed by Deborah Gross, a graduate of Boston University's School of Fine Arts Theatre Division.
Art Exhibits
Lobby: Building a New Library Photographs will highlight the construction of the building.
Wakelin Room: James Wilson Rayen The late Wellesley College Art Professor James Wilson Rayen painted for more than six decades. He described the challenge of making a painting a balance between observation, memory and invention - each plays an essential role."
WFL Book Displays
First and second floor displays will feature the latest Wellesley Reads Together selection, The Pact by Sampson Davis, Rameck Hunt, and George Jenkins with Lisa Frazier Page. Also featured: titles from Wellesley High School's Summer Reading List.
Browse the first floor for "Breezy Summer Mysteries". Joellen Toussaint keeps the mystery display table filled with the all the best choices for your enjoyment. This month, Joellen would like to especially thank retiring staff member Jean Lennon for her artwork attending the mystery displays over the years.
Check out the hottest young adult novels, "Summer YA Reads", on the display in front of the graphic novels.
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Contact Us
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Wellesley Free Library
530 Washington Street
Wellesley, MA 02482
Phone: 781-235-1610
Fax: 781-235-0485
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10th Anniversary Open House
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 Join us on Saturday, June 1st, to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the main library building with cake, lemonade and a variety of activities (see box at left).
Give a 10th Anniversary gift to the library! Honor a special person or event with a unique, named gift to the WFL through the Wellesley Free Library Foundation commemorative brick program. Engraved personalized bricks will be integrated into the walkway at the rear entrance of the Main Library next spring. Other gifts include bookplates, benches, and more! The "Give a Gift" table will be located in the lobby on June 1st from 4:00-6:30 PM.
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New!! Consumer Reports Online!!
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WFL at Wellesley's Parade
 Did you catch our float rolling past at the 45th Annual Veterans' Parade? On Sunday, May 19th, the parade (and the weekend) was a huge success. The Library's float had a storybook theme, and received an award for Most Original Float. Many thanks to all who participated!
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WFL Director to Retire
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 Library Director Janice Coduri will retire from her post at the end of July. Ms. Coduri, a Welllesley resident, says the decision to retire after 18 years as Library Director was "not an easy one to make." and that spending more time with her family, traveling, and finding "a different balance" will be her priorities in retirement.
Working with the Library Trustees and the town's Permanent Building Committee to oversee construction of the now decade-old new main library building was the most visible of her many accomplishments during her tenure as Director.
With thanks for her dedication and appreciation for her professional excellence, we bid good luck to Janice in all her future endeavors. |
Free Resume-building Tool Now Available
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 Ready to create a resume, but a bit lost on how to get started? Wellesley residents now have an easy-to-use resouce called Optimal Resume.
After creating an account, you can view Resume and Cover Letter samples particular to a wide variety of vocations. Browse over 100 sample resumes to explore different resume styles.
Resources for cover letters and skills assessments are also included. Share your resume with social networking sites such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. Try out interviewing prep and learn how to make a video resume. For more information on Optimal Resume, stop by the Reference Desk, watch a video tutorial or sign up for the Creating Great Resumes class in Jackie's Room on June 13th from 10 AM to 12 PM.
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WFL Book Groups for Adults
 June 3, 2013
Monday Evening Book Group
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Arnold Room
The book for the June meeting is The Sense of an Ending by Julian Barnes. New participants are always welcome. For more information, contact Megan Flynn by email or 781-235-1610, x 1274.
Saturday, June 15, 2013
Hills Book Chat
11:15 AM to 12:15 PM
Hills Branch Library This isn't an official book group as we won't be discussing one specific title. Each participant brings his/her favorites to share. No sign-up is necessary, just drop by for a lively hour of book talk.
June 21, 2013
Friday Morning Books & More
10 AM to 11:00 AM Arnold Room All are welcome to come and join in the discussion! This month we will discuss the French film Joueuse (Queen to Play) starring Sandrine Bonnaire, Kevin Kline, Francis Renaud, and Jennifer Beals. For more information, contact Deb Berenbaum by email or 781-235-1610, x 1220. | |
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TRC For Kids
 The Reading Club (TRC) is a book group for kids in grades 3, 4, and 5 with an adult. It will meet on Monday evening, June 10th, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Children's Department.
We will discuss The Secret of Platform 13 by Eva Ibbotson.
In June, children finishing 3rd grade are invited to join TRC along with our regular members.
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June Special Events for Kids and Teens
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Lego Club