October 22, 2026 Weekly eNewsletter
 
New and Upcoming Releases
Music Against the Night by Yiyun Li
The Betrayal of Cora Wexford by Bethany Joy Lenz
Vibe: The Secrets of Strong Connections in a Lonely World by Adam Grant
                                                 
What's Happening This Week at the Library
Weekly Programming
 

Mah Jonng Open Play For Intermediate/Advanced
Thursdays | 1pm-3pm
Hermann Room

Accessories for Knitting in Basket and Scarf
Why Knot Knit Nite 
Thursdays | 5pm-7pm
East Falmouth Branch

Mah Jonng Open Play For Beginners
Mondays | 1pm-3pm
Hermann Room
 

Technology Help Session
Tuesdays | 12pm-2pm
Adult Services Room
 

Genealogy Research Help Desk
Tuesdays | 2pm-4pm  
Adult Services Room

Retro Game Extravaganza
Wednesdays | 5:30pm-8pm
YA Room
Special Events
 
Swimming with Turtles: How Wonder Reconnects Us to the Natural World by Susan Baur
Old Ladies Against Underwater Garbage Author Susan Baur
Friday, October 23rd, 2pm-3pm
Hermann Meeting Room

Join Cape Cod author, naturalist, and environmental advocate Susan Baur for a conversation about her new memoir, Swimming with Turtles.
 
With humor, tenderness, and a naturalist’s eye, Swimming with Turtles explores the solace and wonder that await when we slow down, look closely, and immerse ourselves in the natural world. A question-and-answer session will follow the presentation.
2nd Annual Knit & Crochet-a-thon at the East Falmouth Library
Saturday, October 24th, 9am-2pm
East Falmouth Branch
 
Join the local knit and crochet club in a marathon event to make warm items to be distributed to the local community!  All are welcome!
Falmouth Genealogical Society - Exploring Our Cemeteries
Saturday, October 24th, 10am-12pm
Hermann Meeting Room
 
This month's Falmouth Genealogical Society talk will be given by FGS Board Member Linda Heald who will present: Buried in Falmouth: Exploring Our Cemeteries.

We like local. Local produce, local gardens, and local birds. How about our local cemeteries? Come and learn about the history and importance of our Falmouth cemeteries.
Trumpet Tamborine On Top Of Books
Music through the Decades with David Polansky
Tuesday, October 27th, 2pm-3:15pm
Hermann Meeting Room

We are excited to welcome back David Polansky for a performance of “Music Through The Decades”, a fun filled hour where he will talk about how the last hundred-plus years of American and world history have inspired so many of the songs we love while 
singing and playing keyboard and trumpet.
Crafts and Coffee at the East Falmouth Library
Tuesday, October 27th, 3:30pm-4:30pm
East Falmouth Branch
 
Join us each month for a fun, hands-on crafting session designed just for adults. We’ll tackle a new DIY project every time—no experience needed and all supplies included. Unwind, get creative, and make something fun! 
 
This month we are creating  pumpkin decorations to celebrate Autumn.
100 Classic Hikes New England: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island by Jeff Romano
New England Hiking Presentation
Tuesday, October 27th, 6:30pm-7:30pm
Hermann Meeting Room

Join author Jeff Romano for a slideshow presentation highlighting hiking opportunities throughout New England. The program will cover destinations in all six states with a focus on itineraries featured in his latest guidebook, an updated edition to 100 Classic Hikes New England. 

 
Books will not be available for purchase at the event; however, copies are available at Eight Cousins Books.
The Great Divide by Cristina Henriquez
Fact & Fiction Book Club at East Falmouth - The Great Divide
Wednesday, October 28th, 10am-11am
East Falmouth Branch
 
Join us this month as the East Falmouth Branch monthly book group discusses The Great Divide by Cristina Henriquez.
 
Yesteryear: A GMA Book Club Pick by Caro Claire Burke
Popular Book Club - Yesteryear
Wednesday, October 28th, 6:30pm-7:30pm
Bay 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.

This month's pick is Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke!
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