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May 7, 2008
Does
That Name Ring a Bell?
Come to the Thayer Public Library Author Series and book signing on
Tuesday, May 13 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. and hear author Ted Clarke discuss his book
“Thomas A. Watson: Does That Name Ring a Bell." This event is
co-sponsored by the Braintree Historical Society. Following the presentation and
discussion, there will be a reception with light refreshments, during which Mr.
Clarke will be present to sign your book. Bring a copy of "Thomas A.
Watson: Does That Name Ring a Bell?" or purchase one at the event. All
proceeds from the book sales benefit The Friends of Thayer Public Library.
The rescheduled Irish Catholic Genealogy program, with Michael Brophy, will be
Saturday, May 10, 2008, from 10:30am – 11:45 a.m. Michael Brophy, genealogist,
will focus on how to find information about your Irish Catholic ancestry. Come
hear a lecture with PowerPoint presentation, with time for questions and
answers.
Thayer Public Library is proud to sponsor a new museum pass available to
Braintree residents with a valid OCLN library card. The Sports Museum, located
on Levels 5 and 6 of TD Banknorth Garden in Boston, is a non-profit educational
organization honoring our leading athletes and citizens by preserving and
showcasing the distinctly rich sports heritage of New England through an
unparalleled collection of artifacts, multimedia, works of art, and interactive
exhibits. The Sports Museum features more than a half-mile of exhibits honoring
the legends and legendary moments of Boston sports. The Sports Museum hosts one
of the finest collections of film, video, photographs, and research material of
its kind in North America. Each pass admits 6 people. Check out The Sports
Museum pass or any of our other 16 museum passes in person at the library or
online at www.thayerpubliclibrary.org or .net.
The next Household Hazardous Waste Day (HHWD), a town-wide event in which The
Friends are participating, will be held at the Ivory Street Recycling Center, on
Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Pick up a flyer in the library and
watch for announcements in the local media sources for more details. The fee for
electronic items is $10, except $15 for TV’s over 24 inches and console
TV’s. Save the date and begin rounding up those old TV’s, computer monitors,
and other items containing hazardous waste. All proceeds from the electronics
collection will benefit Thayer Public Library through The Friends.
If you follow the adventures of Naruto, Ichigo and InuYasha and have read all 16
volumes of Fullmetal Alchemist, then you should come to the Thayer Public
Library’s Teen Anime & Manga Group. Have some fun and get to know other
fans in the area. Refreshments, too! On Thursday evening, May 15 at 6:30 p.m. on
the upper level of the library. Call 781-848-0405, ext. 4417 with questions.
This program is for students age 13 and older and is not suitable for younger
audiences.
Teens, do you have too much pressure from school and friends and homework? Are
you stressed out? Then come to the library, get de-stressed, relax, and have
some fun! Join us at the library as Robert Rivest offers a humorous look at the
many ways we stress ourselves out and shares his tried and true methods of
stress reduction. On Saturday afternoon, May 17 at 2:00P p.m. on the upper level
of the library. Call 781-848-0405, ext. 4417 with questions. This program is for
teens age 13 and up and is sponsored by Comcast.
Have you had trouble finding a good cup of coffee at a reasonable price lately?
Why not visit The Friends’ Fogg Café at the library. Select from a wide
variety of excellent coffee or tea for only $.75 a cup. How can you beat that?
This column is written by John Cobble, President of The Friends of
Thayer Public Library to highlight events, programs, materials and people
associated with the library and its services.
April 30, 2008
Genealogy
Program Rescheduled
The Irish Catholic Genealogy program, with Michael Brophy, has been
rescheduled to Saturday, May 10, 2008, from 10:30am – 11:45 a.m.
Have you always wanted to learn more about your Irish Catholic roots? Michael
Brophy, genealogist, returns to the library for an in depth discussion of how to
find information about your Irish Catholic ancestry. Come hear a lecture with
PowerPoint presentation, with time for questions and answers.
You’ve no doubt heard of Alexander Graham Bell, the renowned inventor of the
telephone. Or was he? Come and find out by participating in the Thayer Public
Library Author Series and book signing. Hear author Ted Clarke discuss his book
“Thomas A. Watson: Does That Name Ring a Bell?” It will be on Tuesday, May
13, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This event is the third in Thayer Public Library’s
2008 Author Series, and is co-sponsored by the Braintree Historical Society.
Following a one hour presentation, there will be a reception with light
refreshments, during which Mr. Clarke will be present to sign your book. Bring
your own copy of "Thomas A. Watson: Does That Name Ring a Bell?" or
purchase a copy at the event. All proceeds from the book sales benefit The
Friends of Thayer Public Library.
All programs are free and open to the public. You do not have to be a Braintree
resident to attend. To register for a free Thayer Public Library card, bring
photo ID and proof of current address to the main circulation desk. Thayer
Public Library is located at 798 Washington Street, Braintree, Mass. For more
information, call 781-848-0405 x4420. Check out our website at
www.thayerpubliclibrary.org or .net.
The next Household Hazardous Waste Day (HHWD), a town-wide event in which The
Friends are participating, will be held at the Ivory Street Recycling Center, on
Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Pick up a flyer in the library and
watch for announcements in the local media sources for more details. The fee for
electronic items is $10, except $15 for TV’s over 24 inches and console
TV’s. Save the date and begin rounding up those old TV’s, computer monitors,
and other items containing hazardous waste. All proceeds from the electronics
collection will benefit Thayer Public Library through The Friends.
More of the popular computer sessions have been scheduled for May and June and
registration is now open. Sessions are geared to computer users who are new to
computer use or who need to brush up on their skills. Topics include email, word
processing, saving and managing files, and Internet searching. Fliers are
available with the dates and times and descriptions of what will be covered in
each session. You may register at the information desk on the lower level or by
phone at 781-848-0405, ext. 4417.
Books of various categories are needed for The Friends Book Sale on the Lower
Level. We can use biographies, cook books, sports books, and history, both
fiction and non-fiction. Paperback novels of all types are welcomed. Please no
tired, soiled, or musty books. We cannot use magazines, textbooks, computer or
technical books, or Readers Digest Condensed books. If you have a question
regarding donation of books, call Adele Barcelo at 781-843-8123.
This column is written by John Cobble, President of The Friends of
Thayer Public Library to highlight events, programs, materials and people
associated with the library and its services.
April 16, 2008
Visit
Your Library During National Library Week
This is National Library Week, April 14 – 19.
What does your library mean to you? Check out the attractive and
informative display case at the Washington Street entrance, prepared by library
staff. Also, there still is time to
attend some interesting programs from now through Sunday.
Note the scheduled programs below, or look at the library calendar on
line.
As a part of National Library Week, library patrons may participate in a special
overdue books amnesty program. During
that week patrons may have their overdue book fines waived, in exchanged for one
non-perishable, unexpired unopened food or personal care item per dollar owed.
NO CANDY, please. All items
donated will benefit the Braintree Food Pantry.
For details or if there are questions, call 781-848-0405, or see the
Bulletin Board section of the Braintree Forum.
On Thursday April 17 at 6 p.m. the program certain to appeal to all ages,
especially teens and tweens is “Insects: Amazing and Delicious,” presented
by Entomologist Dave Gracer.
Genealogy expert Michael Brophy will give a program Saturday April 19 at 10:30
a.m. on “Irish Catholic Genealogy.” All library programs are free and open
to the public. For more information call 781-848-0405, ext. 4420.
Learn magic and stay fit at the same time, with “The Magic of Exercise” with
Debbie O’Carroll on Saturday, April 19 at 2:00 p.m. This is a fun program for
families with children ages 3 – 10, and it is sponsored in part by a grant
from the Braintree Arts Lottery Council.
On Sunday April 20, The Friends’ Concert Series continues, featuring Bobbi
Carrey, singing the songs of Johnny Mercer in a program aptly named “Mostly
Mercer”, accompanied on piano by Doug Hammer at 3:00 p.m. in Logan Auditorium.
Cabaret singer and song stylist, Ms. Carrey has appeared at Thayer Public
Library on previous occasions to well attended and appreciative audiences.
Free and open to the public. For
information call 781-413-1327.
Looking ahead, the next Household Hazardous Waste Day
(HHWD), a town-wide event in which The Friends are participating, will be
held at the Ivory Street Recycling Center, on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m.
until 1 p.m. More details will be
forthcoming, but save the date and begin rounding up those old TV’s, computer
monitors, and other items containing hazardous waste.
Join a book club at the library. The Readers’ Club meets on the last Wednesday
of each month, the next meeting being on April 23, with discussion centered
around Kim Edwards’ book “The Memory Keeper’s Daughter”. The group meets
at 7:15 p.m. in the Reading Room on the Main Level of the library. All are
welcomed to participate. Call 781-848-0405, ext. 4417 for more information.
Please note that registration is required for the “April After School Craft
Program”, for school age children on Wednesday April 30, at 3:30 p.m. Register
in person or call the Children’s Department at 781-848-0405, ext. 4425.
Books of various categories are needed for The Friends Book Sale on the Lower
Level. We can use biographies, cook books, sports books, and history, both
fiction and non-fiction. Paperback novels of all types are welcomed. Please no
tired, soiled, or musty books. We cannot use magazines, textbooks, computer or
technical books, or Readers Digest Condensed books. If you have a question
regarding donation of books, call Adele Barcelo at 781-843-8123.
This column is written by John Cobble, President of The Friends of
Thayer Public Library to highlight events, programs, materials and people
associated with the library and its services.
April 9, 2008
Food for Fines -- Everyone Benefits
As a part of National Library Week, from Monday April 14 through
Saturday April 19, library patrons may participate in a special overdue books
amnesty program. During that week patrons may have their overdue book fines
waived, in exchanged for one non-perishable, unexpired unopened food or personal
care item per dollar owed. NO CANDY, please. All items donated will benefit the
Braintree Food Pantry. For details or if there are questions, call 781-848-0405,
or see the Bulletin Board section of the Braintree Forum.
Join Thayer Public Library as well as libraries in celebration of National
Library Week, April 14 – 19. What does your library mean to you? Check out the
attractive and informative display case at the Washington Street entrance,
prepared by library staff.
Come to a talk by author Richard Marinik and signing of his book “In for a
Pound” on April 15 at 7 p.m. This program is co-sponsored by the library’s
Readers Club Book Club. Proceeds from book sales will benefit the library.
On Thursday April 17 at 6 p.m. the program certain to appeal to all ages,
especially teens and tweens is “Insects: Amazing and Delicious,” presented
by Entomologist Dave Gracer.
Genealogy expert Michael Brophy will give a program Saturday April 19 at 10:30
a.m. on “Irish Catholic Genealogy.” All library programs are free and open
to the public. For more information call 781-848-0405, ext. 4420.
Learn magic and stay fit at the same time, with “The Magic of Exercise” with
Debbie O’Carroll” on Saturday, April 19 at 2:00 p.m. This is a fun program
for families with children ages 3 – 10, and it is sponsored in part by a grant
from the Braintree Arts Lottery Council.
On Sunday April 20, The Friends’ Concert Series continues, featuring Bobbi
Carrey, singing the songs of Johnny Mercer in a program aptly named “Mostly
Mercer,” accompanied on piano by Doug Hammer at 3:00 p.m. in Logan Auditorium.
Cabaret singer and song stylist, Ms. Carrey has appeared at Thayer Public
Library on previous occasions to well attended and appreciative audiences. Free
and open to the public. For information call 781-413-1327.
On Sunday April 20, The Friends’ Concert Series continues, featuring Bobbi
Carrey, singing the songs of Johnny Mercer in a program aptly named “Mostly
Mercer,” accompanied on piano by Doug Hammer at 3:00 p.m. in Logan Auditorium.
Cabaret singer and song stylist, Ms. Carrey has appeared at Thayer Public
Library on previous occasions to well attended and appreciative audiences. Free
and open to the public. For information call 781-413-1327.
Congratulations to David K. Collins and Madeline K. Collins, who were the recent
winners of the Thayer Public Library Scrabble playoff. We cheer them on as they
proceed to the national competition.
Join a book club at the library. The Readers’ Club meets on the last Wednesday
of each month, the next meeting being on April 23, with discussion centered
around Kim Edwards’ book “The Memory Keeper’s Daughter”. The group meets
at 7:15 p.m. in the Reading Room on the Main Level of the library. All are
welcomed to participate. Call 781-848-0405, ext. 4417 for more information.
Please note that registration is required for the “April After School Craft
Program”, for school age children on Wednesday April 30, at 3:30 p.m. Register
in person or call the Children’s Department at 781-848-0405, ext. 4425.
Books of various categories are needed for The Friends Book Sale on the Lower
Level. We can use biographies, cook books, sports books, and history, both
fiction and non-fiction. Paperback novels of all types are welcomed. Please no
tired, soiled, or musty books. We cannot use magazines, textbooks, computer or
technical books, or Readers Digest Condensed books. If you have a question
regarding donation of books, call Adele Barcelo at 781-843-8123.
This column is written by John Cobble, President of The Friends of
Thayer Public Library to highlight events, programs, materials and people
associated with the library and its services.
March 26, 2008
Celebrate National Library Week
Spring is here, so is National Library Week, April 13
– 19! Join in celebration of Thayer Public Library as well as of libraries in
general. What does your library mean to you? Check out the attractive and
informative display case at the Washington Street entrance, prepared by library
staff. Also, note the events at the library on the library home page calendar
for that week, or pick up a flyer at the library with the events listed. Artist
Greg Maichack is giving an art workshop on Monday April 14, but enrollment is
limited and the workshop has been filled. Come to a talk by author Richard
Marinik and signing of his book “In for a Pound” on April 15 at 7 p.m. On
Thursday April 17 at 6 p.m. the program certain to appeal to all ages,
especially teens and tweens, is “Edible Insect Talk and Edible Insect
Tasting,” presented by David Gracer. Genealogy expert Michael Brophy will give
a program Saturday April 19 at 10:30 a.m. on “Irish Catholic Genealogy.” All
programs are free and open to the public, presented in Logan Auditorium. For
more information call 781-848-0405, ext. 4420.
The first program in the library’s author series in early March was a great
success. Stephen Puleo presented a very informative and entertaining program
discussing his book “The Boston Italians,” followed by book signings and
some delightful and tasty refreshments, thanks to event co-sponsor The Italian
American Cultural Organization of the South Shore. Don’t miss the next program
in the series as mentioned in the paragraph above. Richard Marinik is presenting
his latest work, “In for a Pound,” on Tuesday, April 15 at 7 p.m. Bring your
own book for signing or purchase one at the event. Co-sponsor for this program
is the library’s Readers Group Book Club. Proceeds from book sales go to The
Friends of Thayer Public Library for support of library programs, materials and
activities.
On the Sunday following National Library Week, April 20, The
Friends’ Concert Series continues, featuring Bobbi Carrey, singing the songs
of Johnny Mercer in a program aptly named “Mostly Mercer,” accompanied on
piano by Doug Hammer, at 3:00 p.m. in Logan Auditorium.
Join a book club at the library. The Readers’ Club meets on the
last Wednesday of each month, the next meeting being on March 26, to discuss
Richard Dawkins’ “The God Delusion.” The Second Tuesday Book Club next
meets on April 8, and participants are reading Robert Ludlum’s “The Bourne
Identity.” Each group meets at 7:15 p.m. in the Reading Room on the Main Level
of the library, on their respective dates. All are welcomed to participate. Call
781-848-0405, ext. 4417 for more information.
Get ready for SCRABBLE! The National School Scrabble Championship is coming up
in May and the library is having its Playoff on April 2nd to determine who gets
to go to the Championship. The Playoff is open all scrabble players in grades 5
through 8. To help you get ready for the competition there are open practice
nights held every Thursday on the lower level at 6:30 pm. Questions?
781-848-0405 ext. 4417 or brref@ocln.org. The Scrabble program at the library is
supported by Comcast.
Books of various categories are needed for The Friends Book Sale on the Lower
Level. We can use biographies, cook books, sports books, and history, both
fiction and non-fiction. Paperback novels of all types are welcomed. Please no
tired, soiled, or musty books. We cannot use magazines, textbooks, computer or
technical books, or Readers Digest Condensed books. If you have a question
regarding donation of books, call Adele Barcelo at 781-843-8123.
This column is written by John Cobble, President of The Friends of
Thayer Public Library to highlight events, programs, materials and people
associated with the library and its services.
March 12, 2008
Duo Piano Concert at the Library
The Concert Series sponsored by The Friends is pleased to have as its
next performers the Li sisters, Edwina and Margaret, duo pianists from the
faculty of the South Shore Conservatory. They played an exciting program at the
library previously, and were very well received. The date is Sunday March 16 at
3:00 p.m. in Logan Auditorium. Margaret and Edwina Li are graduates of the
Juilliard School in New York. Both received advanced degrees in Piano
Performance from Michigan State University. There, they also performed as a duo
team with the Greater Lansing Symphony Orchestra, as well as the Michigan State
Philharmonic Orchestra.
Join a book club at the library. The Readers’ Club meets on the last Wednesday
of each month, the next meeting being on March 26, to discuss Richard Dawkins’
“The God Delusion.” The Second Tuesday Book Club next meets on April 8, and
participants are reading Robert Ludlum’s “The Bourne Identity.” Each group
meets at 7:15 p.m. in the Reading Room on the Main Level of the library, on
their respective dates. All are welcome to participate. Call 781-848-0405, ext.
4417 for more information.
Do you follow the adventures of Naruto, Ichigo and InuYasha? Have you
read the first 15 volumes of Fullmetal Alchemist and look forward to the release
of number 16 next month? Then you should come to the Teen Anime and Manga (TAM)
Group! The next two meetings will be on Thursday nights, March 27 and April
24 at 6:30 p.m. Come share your enthusiasm and enjoy the refreshments. TAM is
intended for students age 13 and older and is not suitable for younger
audiences. Questions? 781-848-0405 ext. 4417 or brref@ocln.org.
Get ready for SCRABBLE! The National School Scrabble Championship is coming up
in May and the library is having its Playoff on April 2nd to determine who
gets to go to the Championship. The Playoff is open all scrabble
players in grades 5 through 8. To help you get ready for the competition
there are open practice nights held every Thursday on the lower level at 6:30
pm. Questions? 781-848-0405 ext. 4417 or brref@ocln.org.
Books of various categories are needed for The Friends Book Sale on the Lower
Level. We can use biographies, cook books, sports books, and history, both
fiction and non-fiction. Paperback novels of all types are welcomed. Please no
tired, soiled, or musty books. We cannot use magazines, textbooks, computer or
technical books, or Readers Digest Condensed books. If you have a question
regarding donation of books, call Adele Barcelo at 781-843-8123.
This column is written by John Cobble, President of The Friends of
Thayer Public Library to highlight events, programs, materials and people
associated with the library and its services.
February 27, 2008
Expanded Library Parking Milestone
Another milestone in the pursuit of additional library parking was
reached recently when the building adjacent to the library was taken down.
McConnell Enterprises, Inc. of Braintree has generously donated equipment, time,
and manpower in order to complete this part of the project. The garage on the
property will remain, for various uses by the library. The next phase of the
project will be developing and executing plans for a drainage system, grading,
and resurfacing, which will transform the property into the longed for and
patiently awaited additional parking spaces for the library. That takes time, so
the projection for completion of the parking expansion is late Spring of this
year. You may not see much happening for a while, but be assured that much
preparatory work is being done, and that the expanded parking will be realized.
Meanwhile, The Friends’ campaign to raise funds to complete the project
continues. If you wish to be a part of this important undertaking, you may make
a donation to The Thayer Public Library Development Fund, P.O. Box 850473,
Braintree, MA 02185.
The Concert Series sponsored by The Friends is pleased to have as its next
performers the Li sisters, Edwina and Margaret, duo pianists from the faculty of
the South Shore Conservatory. They played an exciting program at the library
previously, and were very well received. The date is Sunday March 16 at 3:00
p.m. in Logan Auditorium. Mark your calendars now, and look for more details
about the program in further issues of this column.
The Reading Group meeting on Feb. 27 will not be reading or discussing the book
listed on the schedule. Instead, they will bring in favorite poems or a book of
poems which they will share with the group. There also will be a book swap for
anyone who is interested. Bring in one book, choose another. Bring in two,
choose two to take home. Anyone is welcomed to attend and participate. For more
information call 781-848-0405, ext. 4417.
Author talk/book signing: As a part of the 2008 Author Series at Thayer Public
Library, Stephen Puleo will discuss and sign copies of his latest work, “The
Boston Italians: a Story of Pride, Perseverance and Paesani.” The program,
co-sponsored by the Italian American Cultural Organization – South Shore, will
be in Logan Auditorium on Thursday March 6, from 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Following
a one hour presentation, there will be a reception with light refreshments at
which Mr. Puleo will be present to sign your book. Bring your own copy, or
purchase a copy at the event. All proceeds benefit The Friends of Thayer Public
Library.
Do you follow the adventures of Naruto, Ichigo and InuYasha? Have you read the
first 15 volumes of Fullmetal Alchemist and look forward to the release of
number 16 next month? Then you should come to the Teen Anime and Manga (TAM)
Group! The next two meetings will be on Thursday nights, March 27 and April 24
at 6:30 p.m. Come share your enthusiasm and enjoy the refreshments. TAM is
intended for students age 13 and older and is not suitable for younger
audiences. Questions? 781-848-0405 ext. 4417 or brref@ocln.org.
Get ready for SCRABBLE! The National School Scrabble Championship is coming up
in May and the library is having its Playoff on April 2nd to determine who gets
to go to the Championship. The Playoff is open all scrabble players in grades 5
through 8. To help you get ready for the competition there are open practice
nights held every Thursday on the lower level at 6:30 pm. Questions?
781-848-0405 ext. 4417 or brref@ocln.org.
This program sponsored in part by Comcast.
Books of various categories are needed for The Friends Book Sale on the Lower
Level. We can use biographies, cook books, sports books, and history, both
fiction and non-fiction. Paperback novels of all types are welcomed. Please no
tired, soiled, or musty books. We cannot use magazines, textbooks, computer or
technical books, or Readers Digest Condensed books. If you have a question
regarding donation of books, call Adele Barcelo at 781-843-8123.
This column is written by John Cobble, President of The Friends
of Thayer Public Library to highlight events, programs, materials and people
associated with the library and its services.
February 6, 2008
Expanded Library Parking Milestone
Another milestone was reached last week when the building adjacent to
the library was razed, in preparation for additional library parking. McConnell
Enterprises, Inc. of Braintree generously donated equipment, time, and manpower
to the Town of Braintree for the library project. The garage on the property
will remain, for various uses by the library. The next phase of the project will
be developing plans for a drainage system, grading, and resurfacing, which will
transform the property into the longed for and patiently awaited parking spaces.
That takes time, so the projection for completion of the parking expansion is
late Spring of this year. You may not see much happening for a while, but be
assured that much preparatory work is being done, and that the expanded parking
will be realized. Stay tuned. Meanwhile, The Friends’ campaign to raise funds
to complete the project continues. If you wish to be a part of this important
undertaking, you may make a donation to The Thayer Public Library Development
Fund, P.O. Box 850473, Braintree, MA 02185.
Join us on Saturday, February 9, 2008, from 2:00-3:00pm in the library’s Logan
Auditorium. Tai Chi/Qi Gong Instructor Peggy Leung, R.N. will demonstrate Wild
Goose Qi Gong, The Healing Dance - natural movement for healthy living. Benefit
from the "wisdom of Man and Nature" in these easy to follow movements.
This program is suitable for beginners, no experience necessary. Wear
comfortable clothes. No sign up is necessary. You do not have to be a Braintree
resident to attend. This library program is sponsored in part by Comcast.
The Friends Sunday Concert Series next will feature flutist Donald Zook,
accompanied on piano by Jane Viemeister on Sunday, February 17, at 3:00 p.m. in
the library’s Logan Auditorium. Mr. Zook is faculty head of the Woodwind &
Brass Department and Director of Chamber Music at South Shore Conservatory. Ms.
Viemeister is Chair of the Piano Department at the Conservatory. Both of these
excellent musicians have performed previously in separate concerts at the
library.
Scrabble players, take advantage of open scrabble play each Thursday evening at
the library, starting at 6:30 p.m. If you have questions, call 781-848-0405.
ext. 4417.
The library has something for all ages, literally! For those infants and
toddlers, through 24 months, there is “Book Babies” Mondays at 9:15 a.m. on
February 4 and 11. Just drop in. No sign-up required. Then there is
“Storytime” for the small ones ages 2 – 3, and preschoolers, ages 3 – 5.
Sign-up is required, so visit the Children’s Department or call 781-848-4425
to register.
The Second Tuesday Book Club meets next on February 12 in the Marinelli Reading
Room. The book to be read on Feb. 12 is “Empress Orchid,” by Anchee Min.
Come and enjoy sharing your reading with others. For more information call
781-848-0405, ext. 4417.
Many people now are bringing their Shaw’s register receipts to the library,
because they can be traded in by The Friends for cash to benefit the library.
Make it a habit. It’s easy. Simply deposit them in the collection box inside
the parking lot entrance to the library. If you prefer, mail them periodically
to The Friends at P.O. Box 850473, Braintree, MA 02185. They are worth $$ for
the library.
Books of various categories are needed for The Friends Book Sale on the Lower
Level. We can use biographies, cook books, sports books, and history, both
fiction and non-fiction. Paperback novels of all types are welcomed. Please no
tired, soiled, or musty books. We cannot use magazines, textbooks, computer or
technical books, or Readers Digest Condensed books. If you have a question
regarding donation of books, call Adele Barcelo at 781-843-8123.
This column is written by John Cobble, President of The Friends of
Thayer Public Library to highlight events, programs, materials and people
associated with the library and its services.
January 30, 2008
Message from the Library Director
Elizabeth Wolfe, Library Director, gives the following alert to library
patrons: “Due to low circulation, the library has decided not to renew its
Recorded Books online digital downloadable e-book subscription. We regret any
inconvenience to those patrons who enjoyed the service. We continue to offer
downloadable audio books through Overdrive, a service funded by the Old Colony
Library Network. Overdrive audio books are available to anyone with a valid OCLN
library card through our website at www.thayerpubliclibrary.org or
www.thayerpubliclibrary.net.”
On Saturday, February 9, 2008, from 2:00-3:00pm in the library’s Logan
Auditorium Tai Chi/Qi Gong Instructor Peggy Leung, R.N. will demonstrate Wild
Goose Qi Gong, The Healing Dance - natural movement for healthy living. Benefit
from the "wisdom of Man and Nature" in these easy to follow movements.
This program is suitable for beginners, no experience necessary. Wear
comfortable clothes. No sign up is necessary. You do not have to be a Braintree
resident to attend. This library program is sponsored in part by Comcast.
Scrabble players, take advantage of open scrabble play each Thursday evening at
the library, starting at 6:30 p.m. If you have questions, call 781-848-0405.
ext. 4417.
The library has something for all ages, literally! For those infants and
toddlers, through 24 months, there is “Book Babies” Mondays at 9:15 a.m. on
February 4 and 11. Just drop in. No sign-up required. Then there is
“Storytime” for the small ones ages 2 – 3, and preschoolers, ages 3 – 5.
Sign-up is required, so visit the Children’s Department or call 781-848-4425
to register.
Readers alert! Take advantage of the book clubs at the library. On the last
Wednesday of each month the Readers’ Group Book Club meets at 7:15 p.m. in the
Marinelli Reading Room on the main level of the library. For tonight, January 30
the book is David Quammen’s “The Reluctant Darwin.” If you prefer a
Tuesday evening instead, join others in The Second Tuesday Book Club. The next
session is on February 12, at the time and place as noted above. The book to be
read on Feb. 12 is “Empress Orchid,” by Anchee Min. Come and enjoy sharing
your reading with others. For more information call 781-848-0405, ext. 4417.
Many people now are bringing their Shaw’s register receipts to the library,
because they can be traded in by The Friends for cash to benefit the library.
Make it a habit. It’s easy. Simply deposit them in the collection box inside
the parking lot entrance to the library. If you prefer, mail them periodically
to The Friends at P.O. Box 850473, Braintree, MA 02185. They are worth $$ for
the library.
Books of various categories are needed for The Friends Book Sale on the Lower
Level. We can use biographies, cookbooks, sports books, and history, both
fiction and non-fiction. Paperback novels of all types are welcomed. Please no
tired, soiled, or musty books. We cannot use magazines, textbooks, computer or
technical books, or Readers Digest Condensed books. If you have a question
regarding donation of books, call Adele Barcelo at 781-843-8123.
This column is written by John
Cobble, President of The Friends of Thayer Public Library to highlight events,
programs, materials and people associated with the library and its services.
January 23, 2008
Message from the Library Director
Elizabeth Wolfe, Library Director, gives the following alert to library
patrons: “Due to low circulation, the library has decided not to renew its
Recorded Books online digital downloadable e-book subscription. We regret any
inconvenience to those patrons who enjoyed the service. We continue to offer
downloadable audio books through Overdrive, a service funded by the Old Colony
Library Network. Overdrive audio books are available to anyone with a valid OCLN
library card through our website at www.thayerpubliclibrary.org
or www.thayerpubliclibrary.net.”
Save the date of Sunday, January 27, 3:00 p.m. for the dynamic, swinging sounds
of fiddle, vocals, guitar and banjo, as “Notorious” performs in the
library’s Logan Auditorium. Musicians Eden MacAdam-Somer and Larry Unger bring
together traditional and contemporary acoustic music from around the world,
creating a dynamic, swinging sound. “Notorious” has performed at festivals
around the world, also at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. It will be a
lively, entertaining afternoon. Don’t miss it! For information call
781-413-1327.
Library On Saturday, February 9, 2008, from 2:00-3:00pm in the library’s Logan
Auditorium Tai Chi/Qi Gong Instructor Peggy Leung, R.N. will demonstrate Wild
Goose Qi Gong, The Healing Dance - natural movement for healthy living. Benefit
from the "wisdom of Man and Nature" in these easy to follow movements.
This program is suitable for beginners, no experience necessary. Wear
comfortable clothes. No sign up is necessary. You do not have to be a Braintree
resident to attend. This library program is sponsored in part by Comcast.
Scrabble players, take advantage of open scrabble play each Thursday evening at
the library, starting at 6:30 p.m. If you have questions, call 781-848-0405.
ext. 4417.
The library has something for all ages, literally! For those infants and
toddlers, through 24 months, there is “Book Babies” Mondays at 9:15 a.m. on
January 28, and February 4 and 11. Just drop in. No sign up required. Then there
is “Storytime” for the small ones ages 2 – 3, and preschoolers, ages 3 –
5. Sign-up is required, so visit the Children’s Department or call
781-848-4425 to register.
Many people now are bringing their Shaw’s register receipts to the library,
because they can be traded in by The Friends for cash to benefit the library.
Make it a habit. It’s easy. Simply deposit them in the collection box inside
the parking lot entrance to the library. If you prefer, mail them periodically
to The Friends at P.O. Box 850473, Braintree, MA 02185. They are worth $$ for
the library.
Books of various categories are needed for The Friends Book Sale on the Lower
Level. We can use biographies, cook books, sports books, and history, both
fiction and non-fiction. Paperback novels of all types are welcomed. Please no
tired, soiled, or musty books. We cannot use magazines, textbooks, computer or
technical books, or Readers Digest Condensed books. If you have a question
regarding donation of books, call Adele Barcelo at 781-843-8123.
This column is written by John Cobble, President of The Friends of
Thayer Public Library to highlight events, programs, materials and people
associated with the library and its services.
January 16, 2008
Searching for Your Roots: Where to Start?
Why do we study our ancestry, and what makes it so compelling? Michael
Brophy, professional genealogical researcher, author and lecturer covers the
basics of starting out in the search for one’s family's ancestry using vital
records, census data, and the Internet among other resources. Mr. Brophy will be
at Thayer Public Library on Saturday, January 19, 2:30 – 3:15 to talk about
how and where to start. He will provide handouts, and participants may bring
tape recorders for personal use in capturing his comments. This is a free
program, open to all. For information call 781-848-0405, ext. 4420.
The electronics collection on Saturday, January 12 at the Town Hall was a
success! The Friends say a big “thank you” to all who participated. Proceeds
will benefit the library. If you missed this collection, or are looking ahead,
the next collection will be during the town-wide Household Hazardous Waste Day
at the Ivory Street Recycling Center on May 17. Mark the date and plan to join
us.
Library Director Elisabeth Marcus Wolfe has announced the following: “The
Thayer Public Library will be closed for the day on Friday, January 18, 2008,
for staff training. It will reopen at 9:00 am on Saturday, January 19. We
sincerely regret any inconvenience. If your library materials are due on January
18, you may return them on Saturday, January 19 and we will waive any overdue
fines for those materials. Or, drop materials in the book drop located on the
back of the building at the entrance, space permitting. Please do not leave
library materials outside the building. We thank you for your cooperation.”
For more information call 781-848-0405, ext. 4420.
Come and enjoy what promises to be an exciting and entertaining musical program
on January 27 at 3:00 p.m. in the library’s Logan Auditorium, featuring the
folk duo called ‘Notorious’. Eden MacAdam-Somer (violin, fiddle) and Larry
Unger (guitar, banjo). These two talented musicians bring together traditional
and contemporary acoustic music from around the world, creating a dynamic,
swinging sound. They present American, Celtic, and Eastern European tunes,
swing, blues, and their own compositions. This will be a lively, upbeat program
you won’t want to miss. It’s free! For information call 781-413-1327.
The library has something for all ages, literally! For those infants and
toddlers, through 24 months, there is “Book Babies” Mondays at 9:15 a.m. on
January 14, 28, and February 4 and 11. Just drop in. No sign up required. Then
there is “Storytime” for the small ones ages 2 – 3, and preschoolers, ages
3 – 5. Sign-up is required, so visit the Children’s Department or call
781-848-4425 to register.
Many people now are bringing their Shaw’s register receipts to the library,
because they can be traded in by The Friends for cash to benefit the library.
Make it a habit. It’s easy. Simply deposit them in the collection box inside
the parking lot entrance to the library. If you prefer, mail them periodically
to The Friends at P.O. Box 850473, Braintree, MA 02185. They are worth $$ for
the library.
Books of various categories are needed for The Friends Book Sale on the Lower
Level. We can use biographies, cook books, sports books, and history, both
fiction and non-fiction. Paperback novels of all types are welcomed. Please no
tired, soiled, or musty books. We cannot use magazines, textbooks, computer or
technical books, or Readers Digest Condensed books. If you have a question
regarding donation of books, call Adele Barcelo at 781-843-8123.
This column is written by John Cobble, President of The Friends of
Thayer Public Library to highlight events, programs, materials and people
associated with the library and its services.
January 9, 2008
Library to Be Closed on January 18
Library Director Elisabeth Marcus Wolfe has announced the following:
“The Thayer Public Library will be closed for the day on Friday, January 18,
2008, for staff training. It will reopen at 9:00 am on Saturday, January 19. We
sincerely regret any inconvenience. If your library materials are due on January
18, you may return them on Saturday, January 19 and we will waive any overdue
fines for those materials. Or, drop materials in the book drop located on the
back of the building at the entrance, space permitting. Please do not leave
library materials outside the building. We thank you for your cooperation.”
For more information call 781-848-0405, ext. 4420.
Now that the exchange of many electronic gifts has been made, it is time to
think of how properly to dispose of those which not only are outdated or
otherwise no longer useful, but also which contain hazardous materials. Luckily,
The Friends can come to the rescue! We are sponsoring a special collection of
those items which contain hazardous waste materials, on Saturday, January 12, at
the Town Hall parking lot from 9 a.m. until Noon. For a nominal fee they can be
disposed of properly and safely, and benefit the library at the same time. Fees
are as follows: Computer monitors, TV’s (up to 24 inches), small fridges,
de-humidifiers, microwave ovens and AC’s, all $10.00. TV’s larger than 24
inches and TV consoles, $15.00. A snow date is 2 weeks later, January 26. This
special collection is for residents and businesses as well. Sorry, no paints,
tires, or chemicals. For information call 781-413-1327.
Beginning Genealogy and Family History: Saturday, January 19, 2008 2:00-3:15pm
in the library’s Logan Auditorium. Why do we study our ancestry, and what
makes it so compelling? Michael Brophy, professional genealogical researcher,
author and lecturer, covers the basics of starting out in the search for your
family's ancestry using vital records, census data, and the Internet among
others. Mr. Brophy will provide handouts at the end of his lecture, but you
might want to bring along a tape recorder (for your personal use only) to
capture all his advice. This is a free program, open to all. For information
call 781-848-0405, ext. 4420.
The Sunday Concerts, sponsored by The Friends, will resume on January 27 at 3:00
p.m. with the exciting folk duo called ‘Notorious’. Eden MacAdam-Somer
(violin, fiddle) and Larry Unger (guitar, banjo) will perform in Logan
Auditorium. These two talented musicians bring together traditional and
contemporary acoustic music from around the world, creating a dynamic, swinging
sound. They present American, Celtic, and Eastern European tunes, swing, blues,
and their own compositions. This will be a lively, upbeat program you won’t
want to miss. It’s free! For information call 781-413-1327.
The library has something for all ages, literally! For those infants and
toddlers, through 24 months, there is “Book Babies” Mondays at 9:15 a.m. on
January 14, 28, and February 4 and 11. Just drop in. No sign up required. Then
there is “Storytime” for the small ones ages 2 – 3, and preschoolers, ages
3 – 5. Sign-up is required, so visit the Children’s Department or call
781-848-4425 to register.
Remember to save those Shaw’s register receipts, bring them to the library and
deposit them in the collection box inside the parking lot entrance. If you
prefer, mail them periodically to The Friends at P.O. Box 850473, Braintree, MA
02185. They are worth $$ for the library.
Books of various categories are needed for The Friends Book Sale on the Lower
Level. We can use biographies, cook books, sports books, and history, both
fiction and non-fiction. Paperback novels of all types are welcomed. Please no
tired, soiled, or musty books. We cannot use magazines, textbooks, computer or
technical books, or Readers Digest Condensed books. If you have a question
regarding donation of books, call Adele Barcelo at 781-843-8123.
This column is written by John Cobble, President of The Friends of
Thayer Public Library to highlight events, programs, materials and people
associated with the library and its services.
January 2, 2008
New Year, New Beginnings
There is something very exciting about a new year. The anticipation of a
fresh start, resolutions (however short lived) to make changes, wiping the slate
clean, all appeal to those deep longings within us to make things better, and to
face the old issues and problems with a renewed spirit and energy. It is the
hope of The Friends of Thayer Public Library that each of us will experience
that renewed spirit and energy, and that our promises, visions, and longings
will make some meaningful movement toward fulfillment.
Now that the exchange of many electronic gifts has been made, it is time to
think of how properly to dispose of those which not only are outdated or
otherwise no longer useful, but also which contain hazardous materials. Luckily,
The Friends can come to the rescue! We are sponsoring a special collection of
those items which contain hazardous waste materials, on Saturday, January 12, at
the Town Hall parking lot from 9 a.m. until Noon. For a nominal fee they can be
disposed of properly and safely, and benefit the library at the same time. Fees
are as follows: Computer monitors, TV’s (up to 24 inches), small fridges,
de-humidifiers, microwave ovens and AC’s, all $10.00. TV’s larger than 24
inches and TV consoles, $15.00. A snow date is 2 weeks later, January 26. This
special collection is for residents and businesses as well. Sorry, no paints,
tires, or chemicals. For information call 781-413-1327.
There will be a lecture on “Beginning Genealogy and Family History” given by
Michael Brophy on Saturday, January 19, at 2:00 p.m. in the library’s Logan
Auditorium. This is a free program, open to all. For information call
781-848-0405, ext. 4420.
The library has something for all ages, literally! For those infants and
toddlers, through 24 months, there is “Book Babies” Mondays at 9:15 a.m. on
January 14, 28, and February 4 and 11. Just drop in. No sign up required. Then
there is “Storytime” for the small ones ages 2 – 3, and preschoolers, ages
3 – 5. Sign-up is required, so visit the Children’s Department or call
781-848-4425 to register.
Remember to save those Shaw’s register receipts, bring them to the library and
deposit them in the collection box inside the parking lot entrance. If you
prefer, mail them periodically to The Friends at P.O. Box 850473, Braintree, MA
02185. They are worth $$ for the library.
Books of various categories are needed for The Friends Book Sale on the Lower
Level. We can use biographies, cook books, sports books, and history, both
fiction and non-fiction. Paperback novels of all types are welcomed. Please no
tired, soiled, or musty books. We cannot use magazines, textbooks, computer or
technical books, or Readers Digest Condensed books. If you have a question
regarding donation of books, call Adele Barcelo at 781-843-8123.
This column is written by John Cobble, President of The Friends of
Thayer Public Library to highlight events, programs, materials and people
associated with the library and its services.