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Author Talk: Alison O'Leary, "So Close to Home" Author Alison O'Leary presents her book, a true story of World War II coming to our doorstep in 1942 and the American family caught in the cross-hairs of a German submarine in the Gulf of Mexico. On May 19, 1942, a U-boat in the Gulf of Mexico stalked its prey fifty miles from New Orleans. The submarine set its sights on the freighter Heredia with sixty-two souls on board. Most aboard were merchant seamen, but there were also a handful of civilians, including the Downs family: Ray and Ina, and their two children, eight-year-old Sonny and eleven-year-old Lucille. Fast asleep in their berths, the Downs family had no idea that two torpedoes were heading their way... |
Mindful Crafts: Tiny Tabletop Gardens Thursday, May 21 6:00-7:00 Create a garden in miniature. Build a mini walkway, construct a hardscape, design your own micro terrain. Materials provided. |
1st Wednesday Wednesday, May 6 1:00-2:00 @ the Senior Center The Wedding People by Alison Espach Coming next month: Fly Girls by Keith O'Brien |
Novels at Night Thursday, May 14 6:30-7:30 Three Bags Full by Leonie Swann Coming next month: Flashlight by Susan Choi |
Armchair Traveler Tuesday, May 19 10:30-11:30 The Heiress by Rachel Hawkins Coming next month: The Correspondent by Virginia Evans |
Teen Spring Flower Planting Monday, May 18 6:00-7:00 Join TAG (Teen Advisory Group) to plant flowers at the Library. |
Join the Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Join TAG to volunteer at Library events and share your ideas about Library programs for teens. You can also use TAG meeting hours for your school’s community service requirement. Open to teens in grades 7 through 12. |
Grab & Go Craft: Birds Nest Available starting Monday, May 5 (while supplies last) Grab & Go Crafts are make at home craft kits for kids 6-11. Each month has a different theme, this month features an adorable birds nest. |
Baby Free Play Friday, May 29 10:30-11:30 Free play for babies 0-18 months and a caregiver. It's a great chance to socialize and make new friends. |
Theater Games Saturday, May 30 11:00-12:00 Matt Gabriel is back! Bringing his exotic animals for an engaging night of hands-on learning. This is a chance to see and learn about a variety of interesting animals from someone who is committed to their well-being. All ages welcome. |
Read to a Dog Saturday, May 30 Please register for a 15 min slot. New readers can practice by reading to Mabel, a therapy dog. This is great for reluctant readers or any kid who loves dogs. For kids ages 6-9. This is made possible by Dog B.O.N.E.S. Therapy Dogs of MA. |
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