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Adult E-Newsletter - October 2025 |
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All month long! Enjoy book club selections without the meeting. We will select a monthly book club selection on the first of each month; you check it out from the Library (monthly selections will be available at the circulation desk and online, if available). October's book will be: Memorial Days by Geraldine Brooks.
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Mondays throughout October 11:00am
This group is for intermediate to advanced knitters eager to explore techniques like wrap and turn and provisional cast-on. Join us for friendly conversation, skill-building, and tackling new knitting challenges together!
No Registration Required. |
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Join us for a weekly meetup to play Board Games, including American Mah Jongg! The Library is excited to offer an assortment of board games, including card games, strategy games, party games, and Mah Jongg sets in an inviting space to play each Monday night. After a quick introduction, you'll be off and running with different fun games each week! Participants are also welcome to bring your own favorite games to share. If you would like to play Mah Jongg, please indicate this on your registration; National Mah Jongg League rules will be followed. If you already have a NMJL Card of Standard Hands and Rules, please bring it with you.
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Wednesdays throughout October at 10:00am Join us for a weekly meetup to play American Mah Jongg! The Library is excited to offer Mah Jongg sets, card tables, and an inviting space to play each Wednesday morning. National Mah Jongg League rules will be followed. If you already have a NMJL Card of Standard Hands and Rules, please bring it with you. Please note that no instruction will be offered during this program. Registration is required for any sessions you would like to attend; space is limited. |
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Wednesdays throughout October at 7:00pm Knot Your Average Knitters is a fun and friendly knitting group that welcomes all skill levels, from beginners to experienced knitters. Join us to share projects, and learn new techniques. Join us to knit, learn, laugh and connect with others! No Registration Required. |
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Join us for a weekly gratitude call, where you can share what you're grateful for with others. To begin, call the conferencing number at 978-208-5099 (992820#). Contact Mary Jo Herlihy at 978-671-0949 ext. 4115 for more information. No Registration Required. |
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Wednesday, October 1, 9:30am The Library 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking! This group is sponsored in part by the Billerica Public Library Foundation in partnership with more than 35 Massachusetts public libraries. |
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Tuesday, October 7, 7:00pm Join us to discuss the film A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night (2013)! Summary: Residents of a worn-down Iranian city encounter a skateboarding vampire (Sheila Vand) who preys on men who disrespect women. This movie is available to stream for Free with your library card on Kanopy. The Zoom link is included in the registration confirmation email. Or, join us in person in the Conference Room! |
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Wednesday, October 8, 1:00pm
Our monthly Memory Cafe, jointly sponsored by the Library, COA, and Dementia Friendly Billerica, takes place in the Library's meeting room on the second Wednesday of the month. The Memory Cafe is an open and welcoming event for people with memory loss and their care partners. Librarian Mary Jo Herlihy will lead a Tales and Travels session on the city of Boston. Patrons are more than welcome to share their memories and experiences with the city. Light refreshments will be provided. Reach out to Mary Jo (978-671-0949 ext. 4115) with any questions. 2025 Memory Cafes are generously sponsored by Enterprise Bank and Stonebridge at Burlington. |
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Wednesday, October 8, 7:00pm Whether you savor a cozy murder mystery, a classic whodunit, or a thriller, I Love a Mystery Book Club is a great way to add to your “to read” list. This month's book is The Third to Die by Allison Brennan.
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Thursday, October 9, 7:00pm Some of the most imaginative and boundary-pushing ghost stories of the 20th century were written by women. In this theatrical event, experience haunting tales that blend old-fashioned specters with speculative twists. Gothic Ghost Tales by Candlelight features chilling, thought-provoking stories from the early to mid-20th century that re-imagine the ghost story. Blending classic Gothic elements with emerging ideas from science and psychology, these tales offer a modern, mind-bending twist on the supernatural. Step into the shadows, where the veil is thin, and nothing is quite as it seems. This program is generously sponsored by the Family Friends of the Billerica Public Library. |
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Tuesday, October 14, 7:00pm A tribute to Robin Williams, as Roger Kabler acts out 45 minutes of his comedy stylings (rated PG-13), followed by a second act called "overactors anonymous" where he performs various other impressions. This program is generously sponsored by the Billerica Public Library Foundation as part of the Foundation Adult Program Series. |
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Wednesday, October 15, 9:30am The Library 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career," this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking! This group is sponsored in part by the Billerica Public Library Foundation in partnership with more than 35 Massachusetts public libraries. |
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Wednesday, October 22, 7:00pm Hear the buzz about new and upcoming adult books from one of our staff members. |
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Thursday, October 23, 7:00pm Tammy Donroe Inman, award-winning author of New England Desserts and New England Brunch, will discuss her favorite desserts that originated in Massachusetts, the stories behind them, and the pleasure of seasonal baking. This program is generously sponsored by Family Friends of the Billerica Public Library. |
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Tuesday, October 28, 7:00pm Denounced as an act of unprovoked violence and villainy, this event is one of the most familiar incidents in American history, yet one of the least understood. We will revisit this dramatic episode and the resulting trials, the competing narratives that molded public perceptions, and the unheralded courage of one lawyer and a future President - John Adams - tasked with the defense of the captain of British troops charged with murder. This program is generously sponsored by the Billerica Public Library Foundation as part of the Foundation Adult Program Series. |
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Back by popular demand, we are thrilled to invite you to an enriching session on Financial Wellness! This event is designed to enhance your financial well-being and empower you with the knowledge and tools needed to take control of your personal finances. Join our esteemed Certified Financial Coaches for a comprehensive workshop where you'll learn to: - Create and Stick to a Budget: Gain practical skills to develop and maintain a budget tailored to your needs.
- Save More Money: Discover strategies to increase your savings and build financial security.
- Improve Your Credit: Understand the steps to boost your credit score and manage credit effectively.
- Reduce Debt: Learn techniques to tackle and reduce debt efficiently.
- Build an Emergency Fund: Establish a safety net to protect against unexpected expenses.
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24/7 Biblio+ provides limitless access to stream films, series, and documentaries without commercials. Enjoy watching on your preferred device! |
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