December 11th, 2025 Weekly Newsletter
In this Issue
Weekly Staff Pick
What's Happening This Week At The Library For Kids
What's Happening This Week At The Library For Teens & Adults
Connect with Us!
Weekly Staff Pick
Last Call at the Savoy by Brisa Carleton
Last Call at the Savoy
by Brisa Carleton

"Set amongst the glittering backdrop of London's iconic Savoy hotel, a young woman is forced to confront her troubled past as she uncovers the story of the hotel's first female bartender who has been erased from the history books--"an exhilarating, tender read that will leave you smiling" (Fiona Davis, bestselling author)."
What's Happening This Week At The Library For Kids
Weekly Programming for Children
Thursdays: Toddler Stories & Songs from 10:30am-11am in the Children's Room 
               Library Lego Time from 4:30pm-6:30pm at the East Falmouth Branch
               StoryQuest! Stories and Fun for Ages 7-10 from 3:30pm-4:30pm in the Children's Rm
Fridays: Scavenger Hunt from 2pm-7pm at the North Falmouth Branch 
Saturdays: It's Game Time! from 9am-12pm at the East Falmouth Branch
                 Scavenger Hunt from 9am-12pm at the East Falmouth Branch
Mondays: Maker Mondays from 10am-4pm at the East Falmouth Branch
               Block Party: Legos in the Library from 4pm to 5:30pm at the North Falmouth Branch
               Chess Club & Board Games from 3:30pm-5:00pm in the Children's Room 
Tuesdays: Stories, Songs and Instruments from 10am-10:30am at the East Falmouth Branch
                Stay & Make: Drop-In Craft from 10am-2pm at the North Falmouth Branch
                Toddler Storytime from 10:30am-11am in the Children's Room 
                Lego Block Party from 3:30pm-5pm in the Children's Room 
Wednesdays: Stay & Make: Drop-In Craft from 9:30am-12:30pm at the East Falmouth Branch
                Toddler Storytime from 10:30am-11am in the Children's Room 
                Crafternoon! from 3:30pm-5pm in the Children's Program Room
What's Happening This Week At The Library For Teens & Adults
Weekly Programming for Teens and Adults
Thursdays: Why Knot Knit Night from 5pm-7pm at the East Falmouth Branch
Tuesdays: Genealogy Help Session from 2pm-4pm in the Adult Services Room
Falmouth Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting
Saturday, December 13th, 10am-12pm
Hermann Meeting Room

This month's Falmouth Genealogical Society meeting topic is "Naturalization and Citizenship Records in the United States," presented via Zoom by Christine Cohen, Program Director with the Whittier (CA) Area Genealogical Society.
 
Come in person, or request a Zoom link to join at home, by emailing fgspresident@gmail.com.
Joy of Learning: Adapting Jane Austen
Tuesday, December 16th, 1pm-3pm
Hermann Meeting Room

Happy 250th Birthday, Jane Austen! 

Join us for a lively exploration of the many adaptations of Jane Austen’s beloved works with writer Jennifer Rose, from the earliest mash-ups in 1913 to the wide array of modern film versions.
The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali
Fiction Book Club
Tuesday, December 16th, 4pm-5pm
Bay Meeting Room

Welcome to the library's longest-running book club! We read a combination of classics, older literary fiction and newer titles! We look forward to seeing you. You can pick up a library copy of the book at the Adult Service or Circulation desks. You can also download the ebook or eaudiobook on Libby (ask us how!). We appreciate registration, so we know how many to expect.

Join us this month as we discuss our latest book pick The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali.
Adult Craft Night
Tuesday, December 16th, 6:30pm-7:30pm
Reading Room

Unwind, get creative, and make something fun! Each month we’ll feature a different craft—no experience needed.
Registration is not required!  Just drop in, bring a friend if you like, and enjoy a relaxed evening of making. All supplies provided.
 
This month we will be making paper cranes!
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group
Wednesday, December 17th, 9:30am-11:30am
Online via Zoom

The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers 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. Each biweekly meeting is facilitated by Deborah Hope, MBA.

This week's topic is Marketing Plan. 
 
This group is sponsored by approximately 50 Massachusetts public libraries. This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program.
Please note that this event is online via Zoom only.
Raising Hare: A Memoir by Chloe Dalton
Fact & Fiction Book Discussion at East Falmouth
Wednesday, December 17th, 10am-11am
East Falmouth Branch

The Fact & Fiction Book Discussion group is a drop-in book club that meets at East Falmouth Branch on the last Wednesday of the month from 10am to 11am.

Join us this month as we discuss our latest book pick Raising Hare by Chloe Dalton.
The Challenges of Aging (with Neighborhood Falmouth): Securing your financial and legal future
Wednesday, December 17th, 1:30pm-2:45pm
Hermann Meeting Room

This month's Neighborhood Falmouth topic is the challenges of aging and securing your financial and legal future while providing for your legacy, with estate attorney Bob Mascali, who also gave the lecture on estate planning back in September. We will also discuss planning options for preserving your savings and protecting your home.

Heartwood (a Read with Jenna Pick) by Amity Gaige
Popular Book Club
Wednesday, December 17th, 6:30pm-7:30pm
Hermann Meeting Room
 
Looking for your next great read — and great company? The Popular Book Club brings readers together for lively discussions, laughter, and fresh perspectives. Whether you're a page-turner pro or easing back into books, there's a seat for you at our table!  Registration is preferred to ensure you receive a book. After registering, you may pick up a library copy at the Adult Services desk.
 
Join us this month as we discuss our latest book pick Heartwood by Amity Grace.
LGBTQIA+ Group
Wednesday, December 17th, 6:30pm-8pm
Bay Meeting Room

 
Looking for Connection, Community & Conversation? Join our new LGBTQIA+ Social Group!  Whether you're new in town, rediscovering your identity, or simply looking to meet like-minded folks, this group is here to offer space for friendship, support, and fun.
Connect with Us!
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508-457-2555, info@falmouthpubliclibrary.org      508-548-6340, efal_mail@clamsnet.org
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Tue, Wed             10:00am-8:30pm                           Thurs                   1:00pm-7:00pm
Sun                      12:00pm-4:00pm                           Sat                      9:00am-2:00pm
 
North Falmouth Branch
508-563-2922, nfal_mail@clamsnet.org
Mon, Fri               2:00pm-7:00pm
Tue, Wed             10:00am-3:00pm

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