Ventress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza
Marshfield, MA 02050781-834-5535ventresslibrary.org
Ventress Voice · September 2024 · Vol 7.9
Summer Reading has come to a close, and back-to-school season is in full swing. We had 367 children, teens, and adults register for our summer reading challenge, and we gave away a total of 1022 books. It was a busy summer full of fun programs, and even though the beginning of September is always a tad chaotic, we are excited to offer more fun and exciting programs for all ages to enjoy.
 
New & Forthcoming Titles
Don't know what to read next? Check out these new and soon to be released books. See a cover you like? Click an image to read the synopsis and reserve your copy. We also have NextReads newsletters that you can subscribe to. Find out the latest fiction, nonfiction, and more. Sign up to get your favorite genres delivered to your inbox!
 
We offer book groups, game meetups, arts & crafts workshops, concerts, and more! Events are free and open to the public. View our Event Calendar for the most up to date information.
 
Featured Adult Programs
South of Boston Board Game Meetup
Saturday, September 21 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The Ventress Memorial Library is excited to host the South of Boston Board Game Meetup. Come by and play games like Azul: Summer Pavilion, Wingspan, and Bohnanza. Never heard of any of these games? That's okay! New and veteran players welcome. Also, have a game you don't play? Bring a game to swap with other attendees.
Watercolor Fall Leaves Workshop
Tuesday, September 24 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Join Pop-Up Art School and learn the basics of watercolor painting in this autumn inspired program. Participants can draw their own leaves or use our traceable templates. Watercolor painting is fun and your patrons will love watching the colors mingle and blend together when they use the wet on wet watercolor technique. All supplies provided. Registration Required
Welcome August! We have a lot of fun things planned for the last month of summer! Stay up to date and follow our Kids Facebook or Instagram! 
 
Featured Kids Programs
Fall Young Writers Program
Registration Opens Wednesday, September 18 at 9:00 a.m.
Young Writers Program is a nine week program for aspiring writers in grades 4-6. Children will work with published author Erin Petti to learn about and create their own books. This nine-week commitment includes one off week at the end and one final family and friends showcase in November. Young Writers Program runs on Wednesdays from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m., beginning September 25. Registration is required and fills up fast!
Storytimes
Return Monday, September 23
Join us in the Children's Program Room each week for stories, songs, and socialization.
  • Toddlers (13 months- 2 years) at 9:30 a.m. 
  • Preschool (3-5 years) at 11:00 a.m.
Drop In Arts & Crafts
Wednesday, September 25 at 10:00 a.m.
New this fall! Children will create fun process art, or simple child led crafts alongside their caregivers. This event is best for children ages 18 months to pre-K, though younger and older siblings are always welcome. 
Children's Community Canvas Art Showcase
Thursday, September 26 at 4:30 p.m.
Stop by the Children's Program Room to see the finished community canvas art project we started this summer! Light refreshments will be available, while supplies last.
The Teen Zone and teen programs are open to folks ages 12-18. The Wave Makerspace is open to anyone by appointment - sign up today!
 
Bus Service to the Library from FBMS
The Marshfield Council on Aging will be providing free bus service for FBMS and MHS students on Wednesdays starting September 11! The bus will depart from the middle school at 2:45 p.m. on normal school days and 12:10 p.m. on early release days. All riders are required to wear seatbelts and behave respectfully. Students utilizing this service must present the bus driver with a completed liability waiver before their first ride. Waivers can be picked up at the library, the Council on Aging, or downloaded!
 
Featured Teen Program
Silent Book Club
Saturday, September 21 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Looking for a group that keeps you motivated to read without the hassle of finding a book everyone’s interested in and keeping to a tight reading schedule? Join us for our new silent book club, where everyone reads a book of their choosing together in the same space! Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. For folks 12-18.