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Scituate author Marie Fricker will be at the library on Monday, January 8th at 6:30 p.m. to discuss her book All in My Head: How a Hypochondriac Beat Brain Cancer, which has been featured in the Patriot Ledger, Boston Globe, and on WBZ radio’s Nightside Program with Dan Rea. Fricker was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor in October 2008, just two weeks after the birth of her first grandchild. When chemotherapy put her disease into remission, she was given only a 20 percent chance of surviving five years without a recurrence. Nine years later and disease-free, she is telling her story to offer comfort, hope and humor to others in similar situations. Even if you have never been touched by cancer, you will find All in My Head to be a riveting read about survival against the odds. The author's wry sense of humor is evident throughout and you will laugh and cry with her as she speaks from the heart about her unexpected "mid-life crisis."
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On Monday, January 22nd at 6:30 p.m. Pembroke resident and Speech Language Pathologist Suzanne Ducharme will speak about her book Childhood Speech and Language Disorders, a valuable resource for parents who may have noticed their child struggling to communicate or whose child has been diagnosed with speech or language issues. She aims to help parents understand their options and the various resources that are available to support their child's healthy development. If you have your own questions or just want to learn more about this issue, stop by the library for this informative program.
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Pembroke resident Dave Kelly will return to the library on Thursday, January 25th at 6:30 p.m. to perform his newest program "A Salute to Texas Songwriters." With accompaniment by guitarist Jake Garrels, the performance will feature the music of some forerunners to the Americana music scene; not quite country, not quite folk. The program includes the songs of Guy Clark, Townes Van Zandt, Nanci Griffith, Billy Joe Shaver, and others.
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Book Club Tuesday, January 2nd at 6:30 p.m. Featured book: The Age of Innocence, Edith Wharton’s enduring classic about desire and betrayal during the Golden Age of Old New York. All are welcome. Tuesday, February 6th at 6:30 p.m. Featured book: Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly, a compelling story based on a real World War II heroine. All are welcome.
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Craft Night Wednesday, January 10th at 6:30 p.m. It’s cold outside and time for a cozy craft! Join us to make some soothing microwavable heating pads using rice and essential oils. Supplies are provided. Register starting December 27th at the main desk or by calling us at 781-293-6771. Wednesday, February 21st at 6:30 p.m. This month we have a library-themed craft: book page Mason jar candle holders to give your home a literary look! Supplies are provided. Register starting February 7th at the main desk or by calling us at 781-293-6771.
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"Cook the Book" Cookbook ClubTuesday, February 13th at 6:30 p.m. Featured cookbook: Smitten Kitchen Every Day. Award-winning author and food blogger Deb Perelman's newest cookbook features "recipes that are unfussy to make with triumphant results." Smitten Kitchen's focus on comfort foods makes it the perfect cookbook to feature during this cold month! Stop by the library starting January 23rd to sign up and choose your recipe, then bring your dish to the library on February 13th for a potluck-style meal and a good time!
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Knitting & Crochet GroupTuesdays, January 9th & 30th and February 13th & 27th at 6:30 p.m. Come knit and crochet together at the library – ask questions, share ideas and tips, and learn new tricks. Adults of all ages and skill levels are welcome!
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TEDxPembrokePublicLibraryWednesday, January 3rd at 6:30 p.m. Theme: "Medical Innovation." Watch and discuss three TED Talk videos about recent advancements in medicine and the importance of doctors staying curious. Register at the main desk, by calling us at 781-293-6771, or online at www.pembrokepubliclibrary.org/tedxpembrokepubliclibrary. Wednesday, February 7th at 6:30 p.m. Theme: "Art of Today." Watch and discuss three TED Talk videos about several modern interpretations of art and how artwork is becoming more accessible to everyone. Register at the main desk, by calling us at 781-293-6771, or online at www.pembrokepubliclibrary.org/tedxpembrokepubliclibrary.
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Thursday Movie MatineeThursday, January 4th at 1:30 p.m. Featured movie: Dunkirk, about Allied soldiers surrounded by the German Army and evacuated during a fierce battle in World War II. Starring Fionn Whitehead, Barry Keoghan, and Mark Rylance. Thursday, January 18th at 1:30 p.m. Featured movie: Stronger, the inspiring true story of Jeff Bauman, who became a symbol of hope after surviving the Boston Marathon bombing. Starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Tatiana Maslany, and Miranda Richardson. Thursday, February 1st at 1:30 p.m. Featured movie: Victoria and Abdul, about the unlikely friendship between Queen Victoria and a young Indian clerk named Abdul Karim. Starring Judi Dench and Ali Fazal. Thursday, February 15th at 1:30 p.m. Featured movie: Goodbye Christopher Robin, a look at the life of author A.A. Milne and the creation of the Winnie the Pooh stories inspired by his son. Starring Domhnall Gleeson, Margot Robbie, and Kelly Macdonald.
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YogaEvery Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.Led by Barbara Ward and other instructors from the YogaConnection of Plymouth and open to all levels. A single-class drop-in is $12 and a four-class registration is $45 ($35 for Friends members). Friends members may also purchase an eight-class punch ticket for $80, which is valid for three months. To join the Friends, stop by the library for an application or download the membership form online.
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Local Author Talk: All in My Head: How a Hypochondriac Beat Brain Cancer by Marie Fricker Monday, January 8th at 6:30 p.m. Scituate author Marie Fricker will discuss her book All in My Head: How a Hypochondriac Beat Brain Cancer. Fricker was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor in October 2008, just two weeks after the birth of her first grandchild. When chemotherapy put her disease into remission, she was given only a 20 percent chance of surviving five years without a recurrence. Nine years later and disease-free, she is telling her story to offer comfort, hope and humor to others in similar situations.
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Childhood Speech and Language Disorders: Supporting Children and Their Parents on the Path to Communication with Suzanne Ducharme Monday, January 22nd at 6:30 p.m. Pembroke resident and Speech Language Pathologist Suzanne Ducharme will speak about her book Childhood Speech and Language Disorders, a valuable resource for parents who may have noticed their child struggling to communicate or whose child has been diagnosed with speech or language issues. She aims to help parents understand their options and the various resources that are available to support their child's healthy development.
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A Salute to Texas Songwriters with Dave Kelly and Jake Garrels Thursday, January 25th at 6:30 p.m. Pembroke resident Dave Kelly returns to the library with accompaniment by guitarist Jake Garrels to perform the music of some forerunners to the Americana music scene; not quite country, not quite folk. The program includes the songs of Guy Clark, Townes Van Zandt, Nanci Griffith, Billy Joe Shaver, and others.
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Registration Open for "Introduction to Digital Photography for Adults" Monday, February 5th at 9:30 a.m. We're excited to announce that "Introduction to Digital Photography for Adults" will be returning in March! This four-week class will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays March 6th, 13th, and 27th and April 3rd and will give you the opportunity to work with a DSLR camera (supplied by the library) for weekly hands-on assignments. Pictures from the class will be exhibited in the library's Meeting Room gallery for a month to highlight class accomplishments. Visit the library starting February 5th or call us at 781-293-6771 to register.
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Storytimes offer your baby or toddler the chance to develop important skills as well as a great giggle! Ages 2-5 are invited to Storytimes on Mondays & Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Every week features a fun theme with songs, rhymes, movements, books, and a craft.
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Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. are Baby Lapsits for ages 6-24 months. Lapsits feature songs, movements, and more you can do with your little one, followed by open playtime.
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Grades K – 5 are welcome to come and build with the library LEGOs every month at LEGO Club! LEGO Club is designed to give kids a safe, creative environment in which they can freely build, interact with peers, and express themselves! Each month has a secret theme to encourage creative thinking. Upcoming dates: Tuesdays, January 9th and February 13th from 4:00-5:00 p.m. in the Craft Room.
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Our therapy dogs will visit again at Puppy Dog Tales. Readers of all ages may read to one or more therapy dogs to develop their literacy skills as well as build confidence and self-esteem. This program provides a supportive environment to practice reading aloud. Upcoming dates: Thursdays, January 18th and February 15th from 4:15-5:00 p.m. in the Meeting Room.
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Pop-Up Playtime Tuesday, January 2nd at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 3rd at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 20th at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, February 21st at 10:30 a.m. This is a time for kids to enjoy being kids in a safe environment. Little ones can grow and play with our special pop up tent and tunnel and have access to toys including building blocks, puppets, play dough, and more. Playtimes will take place in lieu of the Storytime or Lapsit on these days.
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S.T.E.A.M.* Planting Seeds of Love Wednesday, January 24th at 4:00 p.m. Grades 3-6 will pot their own plants and learn to care for them (you can take your plant home too!). Space is limited for this free workshop; registration begins Wednesday, January 17th.
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S.T.E.A.M.* “Bee” Kind to the Earth Wednesday, January 31st at 4:00 p.m. Grades 1-4 will learn about bees and pollination through hands-on activities (you will get messy!). Space is limited for this free workshop; registration begins Wednesday, January 24th. Caregivers: Some food items will be used; please inform staff of your child’s allergies at the time of registration.
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S.T.E.A.M.* Snow It Goes Wednesday, February 14th at 4:00 p.m. Grades 3-6 will create their own snow globe while learning about pollution and climate. Space is limited for this free workshop; registration begins Wednesday, February 7th.
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S.T.E.A.M.* Don’t Soil your Appetite! Wednesday, February 21st at 4:00pm Grades 1-4 will create an edible garden and discuss the layers and creatures found in soil. Space is limited for this free workshop; registration begins Wednesday, February 14th. Caregivers: Some food items will be used; please inform staff of your child’s allergies at the time of registration.
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Teen Make & Take: Fusion BeadsThursday, January 25th at 6:00 p.m. Teens in grades 6-12 will be able to create designs from fusion (Perler) beads; melt your beads together for a colorful collage. Designs may include hearts, stars, horseshoes, favorite books or movies, names, and more! Space is limited for this free workshop; registration begins Thursday, January 18th.
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Teen Make & Take: Voodoo Dolls Thursday, February 22nd at 6:00 p.m. Teens in grades 6-12 can craft their own Voodoo dolls from string, pipe cleaners, and wood spheres. Customize your doll for some great positive energy with felt, buttons, and more! Space is limited for this free workshop; registration begins Thursday, February 15th.
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Chess Club Facilitator Needed The library is seeking an adult volunteer to be a Facilitator for a weekly or monthly after-school Chess Club. The requirements include a love of the game, the ability to work with all ages (kids to senior citizens), and a completed CORI check. We will be flexible with our scheduling, as the library is very keen to bring back Chess Club once again. Please contact mmccleary@sailsinc.org or call us at 781-293-6771 for more details.
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This month's staff pick comes from Miss Rose, who recommends Markus Zusak's The Book Thief. She thought that despite The Book Thief being a Young Adult book, its themes of love, hate, betrayal, and loyalty in the backdrop of World War II were beautiful and would appeal to an adult audience as well. Trying to make sense of the horrors of World War II,The Book Thief is narrated by Death. Death tells the story of Liesel, a young German girl whose book-stealing and story-telling talents help sustain her family, the Jewish man they are hiding, and her community. If you liked The Nightingale, All The Light We Cannot See, or Code Name Verity, check out The Book Thief. An older title, this compelling and thought-provoking narrative is a book both young adults and adults could read over and over again.
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This month's patron recommendation is Blindspot: By a Gentleman in Exile and a Lady in Disguise by Jane Kamensky and Jill Lepore. Both authors are history professors at Harvard, and their knowledge of American history comes through in this historical fiction set in pre-Revolutionary Boston and written in the style of an 18th-century novel. Told by alternating narrators, Scottish painter Stewart Jameson and his new apprentice, the disgraced Fanny Easton disguised as Francis Weston, this novel has it all: history and period details, art, witty banter, romance, and a murder mystery. With the sudden death of abolitionist and revolutionary leader Samuel Bradstreet, Fanny and Stewart get drawn into the dramatic affairs and intense politics of Boston's most influential families. If you like well-researched historical fiction don't miss out on Blindspot: By a Gentleman in Exile and a Lady in Disguise.
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Are you looking for new reading material for your children? Why not blast to your past and bring home a copy (or two) of Highlights, one of many magazines found in the Children’s Room at Pembroke Public Library. First published in 1946, this monthly publication continues to offer ad-free “Fun with a Purpose” for children ages 6-12. Along with seasonal crafts and activities, jokes and riddles, and hidden picture hunts, each edition includes recurring segments such as Brain Play trivia questions, Goofus and Gallant (a comic aimed at identifying kind and unkind actions), Your Own Stories (illustrated submissions from Highlights readers), and the popular Ask Arizona advice column. January’s issue features the West African fairytale “Anansi”, an invitation to readers to share their messages of peace (selected submissions will be published in a future issue), a spaceship bookmark craft, and articles on Hawaiian hula dancing, opossums, and arctic explorers.
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- Past Due by William Lashner
- Indefensible by Lee Goodman
- Fatal Trust by Todd M. Johnson
- Big Law by Ronald S. Liebman
- The Mayor of Lexington Avenue by James Sheehan
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- Necessary Lies by Diane Chamberlain
- The Crazyladies of Pearl Street by Trevanian
- Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline
- The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
- The First Desire by Nancy Reisman
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- Whisper to Me by Nick Lake
- Invisible by Pete Hautman
- Don't Touch by Rachel Wilson
- Dreamland by Sarah Dessen
- The Rest of Us Just Live Here by Patrick Ness
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- Loser by Jerry Spinelli
- The Strange Case of Origami Yoda by Tom Angleberger
- Absolutely Almost by Lisa Graff
- Mockingbird by Kathryn Erskine
- Warp Speed by Lisa Yee
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If you're researching local news articles or editorials, this is a great place to start! This free online resource covers Boston Globe issues published between 1980 and the present. Its detailed indexing helps users find the specific article or information they are looking for. Users have access to top news stories and information contained within the various sections of the paper. The indexing covers complete bibliographic information as well as companies, people, and products. You can log in to this database from any computer or device, in the library or from home, using your Pembroke Public Library card.
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The Friends of the Pembroke Public Library: ▪ Create public awareness of the role of the library in the community. ▪ Provide financial support beyond the library’s budget limits. ▪ Encourage gifts and endowments to the library. ▪ Gain support for library improvement.
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The Friends would like to thank the following business sponsors for their support and generosity: - Burke Distributing Corporation
- Fork in the Road Catering
- Good Deeds, Janet LaBerge
- Laura DaSilva, CPA
- Pembroke Country Club
- Rockland Athletic Supplies
- Tiny & Sons Autoglass
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