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Main Street Messenger What's happening at the Swansea Free Public Library |
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In this Issue
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Dear Swansea, It's been a hectic few months, as you know. We have really enjoyed seeing you in your newly expanded and renovated library! We also appreciate your patience as we keep adjusting and adapting to the building and how it works. New computers and printers are very close to arriving. We are as surprised as anyone else in the delays it has taken to get them to the library! But they will be arriving and installed soon. Thank you to everyone who joined us on the Ribbon Cutting ceremony in November, strolled through Holiday in the Village in December or has enjoyed hanging out in the new spaces. Please note that the library is closed for the Presidents' Day holiday, Monday, February 16. See you soon! Jocelyn Tavares, Library Director |
 We have a week-long's staycation planned for you! Tuesday, February 17 at 2:00 PM Drop in to make Mardi Gras arts and crafts. Wednesday, February 18 at 2:00 PM In honor of our Blades visit, we are hosting Hockey Bingo. Thursday, February 19 at 10:30 AM Winter Wonder Jam is sponsored by the Swansea Cultural Council, a local agency, and the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. Thursday, February 19 at 2:00 PM Blades, the Bruins mascot, spends the afternoon with us! Friday, February 20 at 2:00 PM Join us for a viewing of The Mighty Ducks. Snacks will be served. |
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Regular Happenings for Children
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Winter Story Time Tuesdays at 10:30 AM February 3, 10, & 17 Kids aged 3 - 5 are invited to enjoy stories and crafts with Ms. Carol. |
Toddler Story Time Thursday, February 26 at 10:30 AM A special story time for toddlers. Listen to stories, sing songs and play learning games. |
Pokemon Bingo
Saturday, February 14 at 11:00 AM Play Pokemon Bingo to win cards and candy. |
Anime Club Wednesday, February 4 from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Anime fans are invited to join in for food, games and fun. February's topic: The Truth of Love in Anime |
Monster Squad Saturday, February 14 from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monster Squad meets each month to investigate the pop culture and lore of our favorite monsters. A craft and snack end the session. In February, the squad is investigating Hoaxes, Fakes and Frauds. |
T(w)een Advisory Board Saturday, February 21 from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Kids in grades 6 - 12 are invited to give their advice in shaping the teen book collection, plan teen programs, help with library events, make displays and meet new friends. For more information, contact Kaija Gallucci. |
 German Language ClassesEvery Monday 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (except Monday holidays) Learn conversational German and all about German culture and history. This class is open to all levels of experience. |
 The Tuesday Club: Research Family HistoryEvery Tuesday, Noon - 2:00 PM Join us each week to research, discuss and work on family projects. Open to beginners and family historians alike. |
 Main Street GamersEvery Tuesday, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Join us in playing a variety of board and card games! This new gaming group is meant to be a place to relax and meet new people. Bring your own games, or play the library ones. Please register to let us know you are coming! |
 Swansea Card MakersEvery Wednesday at Noon Make two cards each week, as well as other paper crafts, with our craft leaders Bonnie and Jean. All supplies are provided. |
 MahJongEvery Thursday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM You are invited to join in a game of mahjong. Open to players of all levels to learn in a relaxed environment. Please register to let us know you are coming! |
 Swansea PurlsEvery Thursday Noon - 2:00 PM Join our library knitting group to get help with your knitting project and meet new people in a carefree environment. |
Swansea Quilters
First Friday of the month 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Open to quilters of all levels. For beginners, quilter Diane Preble will cover the basics of quilting to help get started. For experienced quilters, bring in a project you are working on. Tools and sewing machine provided. |
An Invitation to Tranquility Monday, February 9 at 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Nan Szhener and Kathy Becker lead a discussion of ideas inspired by poetry, nature and art. This group meets the second Monday of each month. |
Tea Time Health Talks
Wednesday, February 19 at 2:30 PM Join us for our monthly lecture series with Swansea's public health nurses. February is American Heart Month. Learn what you can do to be heart healthy. Blood pressure screenings and pulse checks are available. |
Waiting for The Correspondent? It's the most requested title in the SAILS Network. While you wait for your copy, try these titles:  Olive Kitteridgeby Elizabeth Strout The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams Some Bright Nowhere by Ann Packer |
February Vacation Take a look at our offers of reduced price and free admissions to a number of area attractions. Reserve your passes online or by calling 508-674-9609, option 3. For most attractions, we have one pass per day available. All passes are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Funding for passes are provided by the Friends of the Swansea Free Public Library and the Library. |
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