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Abington Public Library
600 Gliniewicz Way
Abington, MA 02351 781-982-2139 |
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Library Hours Mon. 10:00 AM - *8:30 PM Tues. 10:00 AM - *8:30 PM Wed. 10:00 AM - *8:30 PM Thurs. 10:00 AM - *8:30 PM Fri. 12:30 PM - *5:00 PM Sat. 10:00 AM - *5:00 PM (beginning 9/12) *Last entry is 15 minutes before we close and all days and hours are subject to change. Don't forget: the library never REALLY closes if you have a library card. You have access to all kinds of content and material 24/7 through our website! |
Dates to Remember - The APL will be CLOSED on Monday, September 7 for Labor Day.
- We are returning to our regular (non-summer) hours on Saturday, September 12. Join us for all kinds of family fun. (More information can be found in the Children's Section of this newsletter.)
- Join us for a talk on Access to Books in the Context of Mass Incarceration on Saturday, Sept. 19 at 10:30 AM. Registration is requested.
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Registrations Open Tomorrow Stop by the library on Wednesday, Sept. 2 to check out the open registration for our weekly children's programs: - Preschool Playgroup on Tuesdays with Miss Heidi
- Toddler Time on Wednesdays with Miss Amy
- Preschool Story Hour on Thursdays with Miss Amy
*We require walk-in registration for the first three days, and we'll begin taking sign-ups over the phone and by email on Tuesday, September 8. *Once a child is registered, they hold a spot for the entire session. *Unsure about what program to choose for your child? Stop by the children's room, have a look at the expanded information on our website or give the library a call! We are happy to discuss our programs to help you decide what would be the best fit for your family! |
Hooray for Saturdays! Summer is winding down which means we are going to reopen on Saturdays again. We invite you to help us celebrate this big fall event on Saturday, September 12 starting with Family Story Hour at 11 AM. All are welcome to this family event, but the stories and activities are mainly geared toward children ages 0-5. After that, we would love to see community members of ALL ages come on by between 1-2:30 for the chance to see Abington's coolest fire trucks, police cars, and dump trucks in the parking lot to the side of the library and then maybe step inside for a little extra pizzaz with face painting. Special thanks to the Abington Police Department, Fire Department, and D.P.W. for sharing their vehicles with our youngest library patrons. |
TAB OK, teens in grades 6 and up, this one is for YOU. The first meeting of TAB (Teen Advisory Board) will be held on Tuesday, September 8 at 5:30, which gives you a whole week to stop by and register. If you enjoy pizza, Oreos and library style chaos, not necessarily in that order, this might be the group for you. It is also a fantastic way to get to know other "library kids" in other grades who can possibly become friendly faces in the hallways at school. Have questions? Please ask! |
Hobbit Day There are a whole lot of random, fun holidays on the calendar, but the staff of the APL have developed a certain fondness for September 22, otherwise known as Hobbit Day. A day where you are encouraged to walk barefoot, eat a second breakfast, have an evening feast with your friends, or engage in a movie marathon seems like quite a notable day to us. If you have never read The Hobbit, you're in luck. We just happen to know how to get our hands on a copy. |
Books, Cooks and Beyond Sharpen those pencils and ready those book bags! It is September and we are back in full swing. We have a full complement of book groups and our Adult Crafters will enjoy creating an adorable diamond art keychain on September 17. Want to know more about our adult programs? Grab a flyer or check out our website for more information! |
Reference with Rob Device Advice Thursday, September 17, 11:30 AM Bring your devices and questions! Movie Afternoon Tuesday, September 22, 2:00 PM Project Hail Mary (PG-13) Come by for a free movie and popcorn! Board Game Night for Adults Tuesday, September 22, 5:30 PM (Copeland Room) You can enjoy one of our board games or bring your own! Come alone, or bring a friend! Open to adults of all skill levels. |
Art from Inside Art from Inside is a curated selection of artwork that the Prison Book Program readers and book requestors have sent in over the course of many decades, often as a token of gratitude for a shipment of books. Many pieces are explicitly book-themed, depicting reading as a temporary escape from the confines of prison or as a vehicle for growth, learning and rehabilitation. We are pleased to offer a special Art from Inside display at the front of the library throughout the month of September. |
Access to Books in the Context of Mass Incarceration Saturday, September 19, 10:30 AM
Abington will be hosting a talk by the Executive Director of the Prison Book Program Kelly Brotzman, who will discuss the importance of access to books to incarcerated individuals in conjunction with the Art from Inside art display. |
Friends of the Library Meeting Monday, September 21 11:00 AM—12:00 PM This is the regular meeting of the Friends of the Library. New members are always welcome. The Friends conduct fundraising to support Library activities such as programs and performers for all ages, and the popular attraction passes. Want to learn more? Stop by the meeting and chat with a Friend or two! |
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Monday, September 14
7:00—8:30 PM
This is the regular monthly meeting of the Board of Library Trustees. All are welcome. |
You Must Be Joking... 1. Why did the chicken join the band? 2. How do bees get to school? 3. Why was the librarian digging in the dirt? |
We love our patrons, but this was a super sweet and unexpected way to learn that our patrons love us too! Click HERE to do our newest online puzzle. |
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