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We've got your summer fun covered!
Whether it's the perfect beach read, an audiobook for a long trip, or lawn games for your summer BBQ, we've got it all! Keep an eye out on our next issue for the Summer Reading announcement!
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Picture Book Time (3-4 year olds) Monday mornings (June 2 & 9) at 10:15 am Listen to a picture book, then do a simple craft. The 3- and 4-year-olds are generally not accompanied by caregivers. Drop in; no registration required. |
Patty Cake Storytime (babies) Monday mornings (June 2 & 9) at 11:00 am Nursery rhymes with movement, board books, big books, finger plays and more for babies newborn to 17 months with a parent/caregiver. Drop in; no registration required. |
Children's Yoga Class (3-6 year olds) Monday mornings (June 2 & 9) at 11:00 am Miss Christine from Little Bee Yoga Co. is excited to share the magic of yoga with John Curtis Library families!! Partner with your little yogi in super fun poses, games, music, stories, breathing exercises, meditation, and guided relaxations that help to strengthen their bodies, minds and souls. This fun class provides a beautiful bonding experience between the adult and child. The 45 minute class is geared toward children ages three to six years, but all ages are welcome to participate. Please bring a yoga mat or towel. Drop in; no registration required. |
Chess Club (6+ year olds)
Monday June 2 at 6:00 pm Doug Southall leads a chess club for children age six and older, approximately every two weeks. Each meeting will begin with a brief lesson on some aspect of the game, followed by free play. Drop in; no registration required. |
Lego Days (4+ year olds)
Tuesday afternoons (June 3 and 10 at 4:00 pm Build with Lego for an hour. Finished creations may be put on display in the children's room. For age four years and older. Drop-in, no registration needed. |
Toddler Time (18-35 month olds) Wednesday mornings (June 4 & 11) at 11:00 am Simple picture books, big books, finger plays, songs and movement for children 18-35 months with a parent/caregiver. Drop-in, no registration needed. |
Welcome Summer Party Tuesday, June 17 at 3:00 pm School's out for the summer! Come by the Library for some pizza and games on the lawn (we'll move inside if the weather's bad). |
Teen Movie Night Wednesday, June 25 at 6:00 pm Join us for Teen Movie Night - June's Title: The Live-action Disney Cinderella. Snacks provided - you might even win the door prize! |
VIRTUAL: Death in the National Parks with Author Randi Minetor Monday, June 2 at 7:00 pm Randi Minetor, author of seven books in the non-fiction "Death in the National Parks" series, explores the fatal mistakes people make when they venture into unfamiliar wilderness. Some forget critical steps in their preparation, forging off into wild lands far too challenging for their level of experience. Some refuse advice, ignoring warnings from rangers and more seasoned adventurers. Others are simply in the wrong place at the right time, becoming victims of a lightning strike or a falling rock—or ravenous grizzly bears. And some fall prey to other people who set out to kill them. Most important, she provides helpful tips on how to avoid your own disaster in a national park. Thanks to the Ashland Public Library for sharing this program! |
VIRTUAL: The First Witches with Author Alexis Prescott Thursday, June 5 at 7:00 pm Please join us as author Alexis Prescott discusses her recent release, The First Witches: Women of Power in the Classical World, a book which provides a readable overview of how the Western witch originated. So profound was the impact of the classical witch upon Western thought and literature that she even lives on today as a prototype of the gruesome women found in folklore, horror stories and movies. If you are a lover of literature and the history of witches, this talk is for you! Thanks to the Ashland Public Library for sharing this program! |
VIRTUAL: Women in Jazz
Saturday, June 7 at 2:00 pm Women have been involved in jazz since the early 1920s, not just as vocalist, but as instrumentalists, composers and arrangers. An understanding of jazz would not be complete without highlighting the influence and contributions of women—women such as Bessie Smith, Valaida Snow, Mildred Bailey, Mary Lou Williams, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, and Sarah Vaughn. The goal is to provide an understanding particularly of their personal lives, their ability to read music, perform and survive in a time when jazz was considered “a man’s world”. It also covers the full spectrum of years, genre, recordings, and recognized achievements. Galen Abdur-Razzaq studied at the Berklee College of Music and holds a Master's Degree in Performing Arts and Education from Rutgers University. |
VIRTUAL: Behind the Headlines - The History of Measles and the Measles Vaccination
Monday, June 9 at 7:00 pm Professor Elena Conis, author of Vaccine Nation: America's Changing Relationship with Immunization and Acting Dean of UC Berkeley’s School of Journalism, for a discussion about the history of measles and the development of its vaccine. She’ll be joined by Hillary Johnson, MHS, Senior Epidemiology Advisor to Local Health for the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, who’ll discuss what measles is and public health preparedness around it. Please register. Sponsored by the Public Health Museum, presented with support from the Tewksbury Public Library. RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. Thanks to the Tewksbury Public Library for sharing this program! |
VIRTUAL: Armchair Travel to Lithuania
Tuesday, June 10 at 2:00 pm Enjoy a photographic journey of Lithuania. Led by Oonagh Williams, an award-winning chef, cooking instructor, cookbook author and professional speaker, who enjoys traveling and sharing her travel experiences when she's not busy in the kitchen. Williams spent several years studying in Lithuania, and specializes in cooking Lithuanian cuisine. Please register. RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. Thanks to the Tewksbury Public Library for sharing this program! |
VIRTUAL: Historical Fiction Recommendations with Bestselling Author Kerry Maher
Tuesday, June 10 at 6:30 pm Love Historical Fiction but not sure what to read next? This month Jane Healey is on book tour so guest author, Kerri Maher, is pinch hitting for her! Join Kerry for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - the best of historical fiction out there! We're so grateful to Kerri for stepping in with what we expect will be fabulous book recs! Kerri's first novel, The Kennedy Debutante, came out in 2018, and her second in 2020: The Girl In White Gloves: A Novel of Grace Kelly. The third, The Paris Bookseller, came out this year. Thanks to the Ashland Public Library for sharing this program! |
IN PERSON: Watercolor Workshop - At the Beach
Wednesday, June 11 at 6:00 pm Paint a beautiful beach scene in this beginner's watercolor class. To sharpen your muscle memory and build your confidence you will paint a trio of mini beach vistas. Capture fluffy clouds, turquoise waters and swaying seagrass with layers of translucent watercolor paint. To add small details you'll explore how to use colored pencils to finish your masterpiece. Come and learn watercolor painting in a friendly, supportive environment, with instruction provided by Pop-Up Art School!! Space is extremely limited; please register. |
VIRTUAL: A History of Women's Work with Author Janet Few
Thursday, June 12 at 10:00 am Janet Few discusses her new book A History of Women's Work: The Evolution of Women's Working Lives. It explores the often overlooked contributions of women throughout history. Delving into three main areas of women’s work: household tasks, home industries, and paid employment outside the home, the title encourages us to view how our own contributions to the work force affect our own sense of self and effect on the world at large. We hope you can join us for this fascinating discussion! Thanks to the Ashland Public Library for sharing this program! |
VIRTUAL: A History of Stained Glass Thursday, June 12 at 10:30 am Explore the history of stained glass, and learn the stories told through some of the best known windows in the world, including the Charlemagne Window (Chartres), Bishop Suger offering the church to Saint Louis (San Denis), and the Louis Comfort Tiffany Windows (Arlington Street Church in Boston). Led by artist Meg Black, past Chair of the Art Department at Salem State University. Please register. RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. Thanks to the Tewksbury Public Library for sharing this program! |
VIRTUAL: Mystery/Thriller Book Recs with Bestselling Author, Joseph Finder
Thursday, June 12 at 6:30 pm Love Mysteries and Thrillers but not sure what to read next? Join bestselling author, Joseph Finder, for this quarterly session of his recommendations of some of the best of mystery/thrillers out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Joe's many enthusiastic reviews. You can sign up for one session or for all! Joseph Finder is the New York Times bestselling author of 17 suspense novels, most recently The Oligarch’s Daughter. A founding member of the International Thriller Writers, as well as a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and the Association of Former Intelligence Officers. Thanks to the Ashland Public Library for sharing this program! |
VIRTUAL: Inclusive & Diverse Book Recomendations with Bookstagrammer, @sometimesleelynnreads Thursday, June 12 at 7:30 pm Looking for the best books with BIPOC/LGBTQ+/ Neurodivergent/Disabled etc. characters or by representative authors but not sure what to read next? Join bookstagrammer, Leelynn Brady (aka @sometimesleelynnreads), monthly for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - any genre as well as YA and Middle Grade books, as long as they are by diverse authors or have inclusive storylines! We're sure you'll find something to like from Leelynn's many enthusiastic reviews. Please register. You can sign up for one session or for all! Leelynn (she/they) is a book blogger and bookstagrammer at @sometimeleelynnreads . She is an avid reader and supporter of diverse books. Image credit: Graphics by Waffley Cute Designs Thanks to the Ashland Public Library for sharing this program! |
Don't forget to check our next issue for ADULT Summer Reading...
'cause it's not just for kids! We've got some great plans for Adults. And yes, there are PRIZES for adults as well! |
Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, June 3 at 4:30 pm
Agenda is posted 48 hours in advance on the Town website.
MEETING INFORMATION – In-Person (John Curtis Free Library, 534 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA – Trustee Room) and Virtual (information below) Meeting address: ttps://hanover-magov.zoom.us/j/88073300181?pwd=SFYzcDJrNE45eWVEZG1WUTJVYnBndz09 Telephone: Dial one of the following phone numbers: 929-205-6099; 312-626-6799; 301-715- 8592; 346-248-7799; 669-900-6833; 253-215-8782. If you are a dial-in participant and would like to ask a question, please press *9 to enter the question queue. If you are a dial-in participant and would like to mute/unmute, please press *6 to toggle. Meeting ID: 880 7330 0181 Passcode: jcfl |
Friends of the Library
What a perfect time to visit the Book Sale Room! Pick up a worry-free book for your vacation or trip to the beach! After all, with a Book Sale Room book, there's no need to be concerned with due dates or accidentally dropping it in the pool. ;-> |
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