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A WORD FROM THE DIRECTOR |
AuGUST figures throughout history are not known for speaking much. They tend to be reserved, succinct, and clear. It is therefore appropriate to the august month of August to have a brief blurb.
Please enjoy the rest of the summer - don't let back to school ads or halloween decorations drain your summertime enthusiasm. There is still time left to complete our Read White and Blue summer reading challenge.
New this month - bring your kids or tell your friends and family to bring theirs to the Shute Library to learn about electricity, without using electricity, using Spintronics! We will be expanding this to the Parlin in the future.
Stay tuned to our social media library signage, because we'd like to celebrate in the beginning of September!
- Kevin
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Author Event - Michael Blanding |
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Wednesday, August 5th
| 7:00 PM Parlin Meeting Room |
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Michael Blanding, investigative journalist and best-selling author, discusses his latest book, The Gospel According to Hobby Lobby.
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Thursdays in August
| 3:00 PM Parlin YA Room |
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BYO stationery or borrow some of the library supplies as we work on scrapbooking, letters, card-making, and other paper crafts. Suggested for age 14+
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The Lost Gem: A D&D Program |
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Tuesday, August 25th
| 7:00 PM Parlin Meeting Room |
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A fun, smart, and creative celebration of Dungeons and Dragons, paired with live magic! Participate in a live fantasy game, making choices, playing characters, and rolling dice. Recommended for ages 7 to adults!
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Thursday, August 27th
| 1:00 PM Parlin Meeting Room |
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Would you like to lower your energy bills without solar panels on your roof? Learn to read your energy bill so you can spot unfair charges? Did you know that energy is available to both renters and owners? These, and other questions will be answered with printed information you can take home.
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Saturdays, August
1st, 8th, 15th, & 22nd | 11:00 AM Parlin Meeting Room |
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Try out a new art medium every week with our guest art instructor. For children ages 5 - 12. Registration required, see website for details.
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Fridays in August
| 3:00 PM Parlin Meeting Room |
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Enjoy fresh popcorn and a movie at the library!
- August 7th - Harold and the Purple Crayon
- August 14th - Sneaks
- August 21st - Goat
- August 28th - Freakier Friday
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Wednesdays, August
12th & 19th | 12:00 PM Parlin Meeting Room |
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Catch up on your summer reading challenges at the library. Join us for book suggestions and a group read aloud. Suggested ages 5-12.
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Monday, August 3rd
| 10:00 AM Shute Meeting Room |
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Enjoy books, puzzles, crafts, and games with friends at our monthly senior social! |
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Fused Glass: Pendants and Magnets |
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Thursday, August 27th
| 6:00 PM Shute Meeting Room |
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Join us at the Shute with Vindauga Glass instructor Deenie, who will be facilitating a glass-assembling workshop. Participants will use pre-cut glass to create their own unique piece. Each piece will be fired in a glass studio and mailed back to the Shute Memorial Library for participants to pickup at a later date. Registration is required. For ages 18 and up!
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Wednesdays in August
| 2:30 PM Shute Meeting Room |
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Level up your Wednesdays with our ultimate gaming hangout! Grab your friends and dive into fun Nintendo Switch and PlayStation game. Whether you're racing, battling, or teaming up for co-op fun, there's something for everyone. Recommended for ages 11 and up.
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Story to Screen: Family Movies |
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Thursdays in August
| 12:00 PM Shute Meeting Room |
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It’s time for films and fun! Munch on popcorn and watch movies that were once stories on the page.
- August 6th - Howl’s Moving Castle
- August 13th - Shrek
- August 20th - Mary Poppins
- August 27th - The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking
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Spintronics: STEM Free-Play |
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Fridays in August
| 2:30 PM Shute Meeting Room |
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Use mechanical circuits to solve puzzles, or build a bridge large enough to span the distance and sturdy enough to hold the weight. Test and expand your ability to solve problems creatively. Will you rise to the challenge? For ages 8 and up.
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Connolly Center Book Group
Thursday, August 13 at 12PM Connolly Center Meeting Room
The Martha's Vineyard Beach and Book Club by Martha Hall Kelly |
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Books and Brews
Wednesday, August 26th at 6PM Night Shift Brewing (87 Santilli Hwy)
A Fate Inked in Blood by Danielle L. Jensen |
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Murder/Mystery Book Group
Thursday, August 27th at 12PM Connolly Center Meeting Room
Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto |
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Parlin Book Group
Monday, August 31st at 6PM Parlin Memorial Library
Among the Burning Flowers by Samantha Shannon |
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