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December is a time when we look back on the year almost gone. This past year we said goodbye to some staff who moved on to other opportunities, and gained some new staff with the vim and vigor to carry on their work. We implemented a new online calendar system that enables patrons to reserve museum passes and request use of our meeting rooms. We dispensed with the winter reading challenge and in its stead we offered a year-long 24 in '24 reading challenge. There is still time to complete the challenge and claim
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your ornament before decking your halls! With all that said, we're looking forward to what the next year will bring! See the newsletter below for hints to what lies ahead in '25!
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| Please note the following:
The Parlin Library will be hosting Santa Claus for pictures after the city's tree lighting, which is scheduled for 5PM on Friday December 6th. The Parlin Children's Library will close at 4PM on Friday December 6th. Both libraries are scheduled to close at 5PM on Christmas Eve, 12/24 and New Year's Eve, 12/31. As always, please check the online calendar for programs and events! Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanzaa, and Happy New Year!
- Kevin |
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24 IN '24 IS WRAPPING UP! |
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Only one month left in our year long 24 in '24 Reading Challenge! It's not too late to log your reading! Everyone who completes the challenge receives a celebratory pin and a custom ornament filled with mini-versions of there 24 books, and is entered into the drawing for the Grand Prize: a Kindle Paperwhite, which has been generously donated by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries!
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A SPECIAL CHRISTMAS VISITOR |
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Santa's Little Library Helper Has Come to Town! |
Be on the lookout in December! Our library staff sent a message to the North Pole to ask Santa to send us our very own team of Elves on the Shelves! What could be a more magical place for an elf who loves a good shelf than a library full of them. Everyday the elves at the Parlin and Shute libraries will station themselves somewhere in the children's section, keeping watch for |
| COUNTDOWN TO 2025 |
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We have so many new things coming in the New Year, and we are excited to share them with you! Keep an eye out on social media for a countdown to 2025 sharing all of the great things that will be happening at the library!
Instagram: @everettlibraries Facebook: Everett Public Libraries
X: @EverettPubLibs TikTok: @everettlibraries |
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A Gathering of Celtic and Christmas |
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Wednesday, December 4th
| 7:00 PM
Parlin Meeting Room |
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Songs and stories from The Softer Side of Celtic with the music of Christmas. Something for all ages.
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Saturday, December 14th
| 11:00 AM
Parlin Meeting Room |
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Esther Gomez and Karina Liendo take us to Colombia at Christmas! On this magical night, a young Colombian girl gathers with her family and grandmother to eat a traditional meal.
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Cookie Decorating and Storytime |
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Thursday, December 5th
| 3:00 PM Parlin Children's Room |
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Join us as we prepare for the holiday season by decorating cookies. Cookies and frosting and sprinkles galore!
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Polar Express Bedtime Story Hour |
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Thursday, December 12th
| 6:00 PM
Parlin Children's Room |
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Join us for a very special bedtime story hour when we will read from the book, The Polar Express. Wear your PJ's and bring a favorite stuffed animal. Fill your tummy with hot cocoa and cookies and get ready to believe in the magic of Christmas.
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Tuesday, December 31st
| 11:30 AM
Parlin Children's Library |
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Children and their caregivers are invited to a special, child friendly New Years Eve celebration! Countdown to NOON Year! Ring in 2025 with music and refreshments, party hats and noise blowers, a 60 second countdown and a sparkling grape juice toast. Happy Noon Year! This event is intended for children and families.
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Thursday, December 5th
| 7:00 PM
Shute Meeting Room |
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Join us at our Embroidery Club! Whether you're a seasoned stitcher or just starting out, this program invites you to bring your own embroidery projects and enjoy a relaxed, supportive environment. Extra basic supplies, including hoops, needles, and a selection of threads, will be provided to help you with your current work.
For ages 18 and up. Registration is not required. All skill levels are welcome. This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. We look forward to stitching with you! |
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Crafty Conversations - Wall Hanging Edition |
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Thursday, December 19th
| 7:00 PM
Shute Meeting Room |
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Join us for Crafty Conversations: Wall Hanging, a cozy winter crafting session where you'll create unique snowflakes to hang on a decorative branch. Add your own personal touch to your winter decor.
Suggested for ages 14 and up. Registration is required. This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. |
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November's big success for the Friends was the very popular Jewelry Sale at the Connolly Center. This day of outreach allowed the Friends to set up a display of some of the items in the Library of Things that were purchased with the generosity of the Everett Foundation of the Aged. Seniors had the opportunity to learn about some of the items the libraries have available to lend them, extending well beyond large print books!
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Romance Book Club
Tuesday, December 17th at 6:00 PM Shute Meeting Room
Life's Too Short by Abby Jimenez |
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Murder/Mystery Book Group
Thursday, December 19th at 12:00 PM Connolly Center Meeting Room
A Christmas Vanishing by Anne Perry |
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